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Together Yet Apart
In the recent weeks, we have seen the significant impact of the Coronavirus on financial markets, vulnerable industries, the health care system and in our own communities. We are living through an unprecedented time, together yet apart from family, friends and our neighbours. It is surreal. That is the only way I can describe it;…
Daily COVID-19 Update: April 30, 2020
Supports for Business Province Unveils Phased Relaunch Plans for Business and Services A phased relaunch was announced today by the provincial government balancing safety with a gradual reopening of closed businesses and services. The plan outlines early actions, requirements to move to the next stage, and details for the three stages. Early actions The plan…
The Face of COVID-19
COVID-19 is intangible. We listen to the stats every day and, yet, somehow, it’s hard to grasp what it all means. This virus is invisible, and because it can’t be seen, and the number of cases have, thankfully, remained low in our region, we can feel detached and somewhat removed from this pandemic. But for…
Daily COVID-19 Update: April 29, 2020
Supports for Business Additional Municipal Supports Expected to be Released Soon The City of Medicine Hat announced that the municipal relief package is expected to be outlined at the Council meeting on May 4th. Options being considered are both tax deferrals and economic stimulus. Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) Portal The Canada Mortgage and…
Business Beat: The Impact of COVID-19 on Small Business and What the Chamber Is Doing To Help
Over 96% of businesses in our region are small businesses and through provincial survey data, over 50% of businesses had to lay off employees, with the same number having used up most of their cash reserves. There are concerns about mid- to long-term impact, particularly with an extended shut down and slow recovery. For 70%…
Daily COVID-19 Update: April 28, 2020
Supports for Business Criteria for Restarting the Economy Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, all orders of government have been working together to slow and contain the spread of the virus. As the first wave of the virus’ activity passes, provincial and territorial governments will move at their own pace to safely restore economic…
Daily COVID-19 Update: April 27, 2020
Supports for Business Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy: Applications Open The Government of Canada is now accepting applications for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy. Applications can be made through your ‘My Business Account’ or ‘Represent a Client’ (for tax preparers) portals. Alternatively, businesses may apply via the CRA website with their access code. There is no…
Daily COVID-19 Update: April 24, 2020
Supports for Business Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced that the federal government has reached an agreement in principle with all provinces and territories to implement the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) for small businesses and the province of Alberta is on board with a $67million commitment. The program will…
Daily COVID-19 Update: April 23, 2020
Supports for Business Get Ready…The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy opens Monday The CRA will open the application process for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy on April 27, 2020 and claims will be subject to verification by the CRA. The CRA will begin to release funds for approved applications on May 5, so make sure you…
Daily COVID-19 Update: April 22, 2020
Supports for Business Statement on joint WTO efforts for Agriculture and Agri-food Today, Canada and 23 WTO members signed onto a joint statement to reinforce international cooperation on trade in agricultural and agri-food products. To help ensure well-functioning global agriculture and agri-food supply chains in response to this crisis they committed to a number of…