by Roberto Belingueres | Sep 19, 2020 | Articles & Publications
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) might have helped you through the lockdown if you lost your job due to COVID-19. The federal government initially announced the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) that would see qualifying Canadians receive $2,000 per month over...
by Roberto Belingueres | Jul 26, 2020 | Articles & Publications, Payroll
Staffing changes and government relief measures add to payroll management challenges during the pandemic Of the many business challenges that have emerged from the disruption of the COVID-19 crisis, the human resources implications have been some of the most difficult...
by Roberto Belingueres | Jul 21, 2020 | Articles & Publications
Even in the warped reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadians must file their taxes to receive many of the benefits they’re entitled to. Around two million people could face interruptions to some federal and provincial payments if they wait too long to send in their...
by Roberto Belingueres | Jul 19, 2020 | Articles & Publications
On July 17, 2020, the Government of Canada released details, as well as draft legislation, in respect of a redesigned Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) program effective from July 5, 2020. Pursuant to the backgrounder, the estimated total fiscal cost in 2020-21 for...
by Roberto Belingueres | Apr 27, 2020 | Articles & Publications
The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) supports employers that are hardest hit by the pandemic, and protect the jobs Canadians depend on. The subsidy generally covers 75% of an employee’s wages – up to $847 per week – for employers of all sizes and...
by Roberto Belingueres | Apr 4, 2020 | Articles & Publications
What is the Canada Emergency Response Benefit If you stopped working because of COVID-19, the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) may provide you with temporary income support. The CERB provides $500 a week for up to 16 weeks. How to apply We will start accepting...
