Prime Minister announces expansion of support for workers and small businesses
Throughout the pandemic, the Government of Canada has focused on keeping Canadians safe and healthy and helping families pay their bills. That’s why we have introduced strong measures to protect middle class jobs and support businesses, so they can keep Canadians on the payroll during this challenging time. The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced […]
Better Together Sooke Region Laptop Drive gives old laptops a new life, helping Sooke Region students in need
May 14, 2020, Sooke BC: Schools have closed, and education has moved online for thousands of students, Sooke to Port Renfrew, due to COVID-19. If you are looking for ways to give back to your community during the Covid-19 crisis, this may be an option for you. Better Together Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce Laptop […]
Small businesses to get 75% break on commercial rent
Remember to join the Chamber on the weekly Sooke Zoom Room call, Monday’s at 11:00 am CLICK HERE TO JOIN The following announcement comes from the Prime Minister’s office, April 24, 2020 ( Small businesses across the country are the backbone of our communities, and they are now facing significant challenges. That is why the […]
Changes to Canada Summer Jobs program to help businesses and young Canadians affected by COVID-19
The Government of Canada is taking unprecedented action to support workers, businesses, and all Canadians impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Right now, young people are facing serious challenges in finding work. To build the foundations of strong communities, we need a strong workforce that includes good job opportunities for youth. That is why the government is working […]
Canadian Chamber and Feds launch Canadian Business Resilience Network to help businesses get through COVID-19
SOURCE Canadian Chamber of Commerce The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has established the Canadian Business Resilience Network (CBRN) in partnership with the Government of Canada to help the business community prepare, persevere and, ultimately, prosper in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. “COVID-19 has provided us with an unprecedented challenge, but Canadians are resilient,” said Jackie King, Chief […]
Planning for recovery: BC Chamber will have a seat at the Premier’s task force
A new Economic Recovery Task Force will bring together leaders from business, labour, First Nations and not-for-profits to help ensure the Province’s economic response to COVID-19 is effective and responsive to the needs of British Columbians. “COVID-19 is not only a public-health challenge, but also an economic one. People and businesses urgently need support,” said Premier […]
A quarter of small businesses cannot pay their April rent/mortgage
CFIB urges governments to help hardest hit with property tax relief and emergency money to cover fixed costs New survey results taken over the weekend show that a quarter of small businesses are not able to pay April’s commercial lease or mortgage payments as a result of COVID-19 disruptions, says the Canadian Federation of Independent […]
Federal government increases wage subsidy from 10% to 75%
Today, Trudeau addressed small business owners and entrepreneurs. This climate of uncertainty feels like it can threaten everything you’ve worked for. To take that pressure off, the federal government will now cover 75% of wages for qualifying businesses through an adjusted wage subsidy (previously announced at 10%). This will help companies keep people on the […]
CFIB statement on Canada Emergency Response Benefit: Seeks clarity on non-layoff and benefits access for employees
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) welcomes the federal government’s announcement of the Canada Emergency Response Benefit which will provide $2,000 per month to workers who have lost their job, including the self-employed. This is a significant step forward in addressing the growing economic emergency that accompanies the nation’s efforts to avoid the COVID-19 health crisis. We are […]
CFIB calls for a 75% wage subsidy to retain employees
The COVID-19 outbreak is quickly becoming a disaster for small businesses, warns the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). A full 60 per cent of small firms have seen a significant drop in sales, with more than one in three reporting a reduction greater than 75 per cent, according to a new study of nearly […]
