Federal Government Announces New Support for Certain Employers
Note: The federal government has since made further changes to the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy. You can find our latest coverage of the topic here. ... Continued
Canada Expands Eligibility Requirements to Receive the Canada Emergency Response Benefit
In an effort to address gaps in eligibility for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (“CERB”), the federal government has modified the eligibility requirements. Individuals earning ... Continued
Human Rights Commissioner Publications on COVID-19 Employment Issues
The BC Office of the Human Rights Commissioner recently released two publications that deal with COVID-19 issues relating to employment. One is a statement from ... Continued
Trudeau Announces Modified Eligibility Criteria for 75% Wage Subsidy for Employers
Note: The federal government has made further changes to the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy. You can find our latest coverage of the topic here. While ... Continued
Employer Liability for Essential Services
The Ministerial Order made on April 2, 2020 provides some clarity for employers carrying on essential businesses who have employees who are refusing to work ... Continued
COVID-19: Federal Government Announces Further Details on Wage Subsidy Program
Note: On July 13, 2020, the federal government announced an extension of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Program until December, 2020. You can find our ... Continued
The Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) Program
The Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (“SUB”) program is an option for employers dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. The SUB program, delivered by Service Canada, allows for ... Continued
COVID-19: Federal Job-Protected Leave under Canada Labour Code Announced
Note: On June 25, 2020, the BC Government extended the temporary layoff period to a maximum of 24 weeks. You can find our latest coverage ... Continued
Federal Government Increases Wage Subsidy for Employers
Note: The federal government has since made further changes to the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy. You can find our latest coverage of the topic here. ... Continued
COVID-19: Federal “Canada Emergency Response Benefit” Announced
Note: On June 16, 2020 the federal government extended the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit to a maximum of 24 weeks. You can find our latest ... Continued
Relief for Workers – BC COVID-19 Action Plan
This afternoon the BC government announced its “BC COVID-19 Action Plan.” As part of its $5B package, the government is allotting $1.1B to provide relief ... Continued
COVID-19 – Update for Employers
Note: On June 25, 2020, the BC Government extended the temporary layoff period to a maximum of 24 weeks. You can find our latest coverage ... Continued