Resources For Business During COVID-19 Pandemic
March 17, 2020
Updated as of April 8 2020
Quinte Economic Development has compiled a list of resources for local businesses affected by the current pandemic and global health crisis. This list of resources will be continually updated as we receive information on programs.
Follow us on social media for announcements as new programs are announced.
During this time our staff is available to answer questions and provide assistance as required. Please don’t hesitate to contact us. If you operate a tourism related business, please see Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board’s additional list of resources.
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
Government of Canada : Support for Business
The Government of Canada : Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Resources for Canadian businesses ·
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy – What it Means for Candian Businesses
Application portal available in 3-6 weeks through the Canada Revenue Agency Site
• Revenue decreased by a minimum of 15% due to pandemic for March, and 30% for April and May compared to same months in 2019 or for average of period of Jan/Feb 2020
•Reapply for subsidy each month
•75% subsidy up to a maximum per employee of $847 per week.
•Non publicly funded companies of all sizes can apply
•Applications opening soon through Canada Revenue Agency
•Employers repaid wages from CRA, funds available in approx. 6 weeks
•Employers encouraged to recall laid off employees
•Employers encouraged to make every effort top up extra 25% if possible
•Severe consequences for fraud
Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers, available to companies who are not eligible for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy – Frequently Asked Questions
Canada’s Regional Development Agencies – COVID-19 Assistance
A dedicated COVID-19 tile has been added to the Canada Business App, providing links to government announcements and information for businesses. More information about the App can be found at www.canada.ca/business-app.
National Research Council – Covid-19 Response
The Federal Government requires supplies – Find out what they need
Health Canada’s list of “hard-surface disinfectant products meet Health Canada’s requirements for emerging viral pathogens. List Here
PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT
Ontario’s Action Plan: Responding to COVID-19
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
COVID-19 Ontario Specific Supports (March 23, 2020)
Regional Opportunities Tax Credit – Bay of Quinte is an eligible region
Ontario List of Essential Workplaces – Updated April 3, 2020
Stop the Spread Business Information Line Now Open at 1-888-444-3659
The Province of Ontario has launched a toll-free line 1-888-444-3659 to provide support to Ontario businesses who have questions about the province’s recent emergency order to close at-risk workplaces following recommendations by Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health. FULL DETAILS
Ontario Together: help fight Coronavirus
We welcome help from businesses and organizations who can supply emergency products and innovative solutions to support our response to COVID-19. How you can help
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BANK OF CANADA
Support for entrepreneurs impacted by the coronavirus COVID-19
Business continuity plan and templates for entrepreneurs
Recorded Webinar How to cope with the impacts of COVID-19 on your business
FARM CREDIT CANADA
EXPORT DEVELOPMENT CANADA
EDC stands ready to support Canadian exporters impacted by COVID-19
Updated FAQs: what Canadian exporters need to know about the coronavirus
The expanding coronavirus (COVID-19) threat
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Managing the impact on global supply chains
HUMAN RESOURCES LINKS AND INFORMATION
Employment and Social Development Canada: Covid-19
Employment & Insurance Canada – How to complete a record of employment
Note to employers for ROE’s
Service Canada Employer Contact Centre now have a pre-recorded message stating the following in regard to ROE’s and Coronavirus:
- Use Code D (Injury/Illness) if the employee is sick/quarantined – Do not add comments
- Use Code A if there is a shutdown/shortage of work related to Coronavirus – Do not add comments
- Use Code E (Quit) or N (LOA) if the employee is not sick or quarantined but is absent due to other Coronavirus concerns
- Only add comments when absolutely necessary
Employment & Social Development: Work-Sharing Program
HEALTH AND SAFETY LINKS AND INFORMATION
Health and Safety Excellence program: https://www.wsib.ca/en/healthandsafety
WSIB COVID-19 link
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety – Free Resources
HAND SANITIZERS
- Health Canada – Hard Surface Disinfectants and Hand Sanitizers Approved
- Hard Surface Disinfectants and Hand Sanitizers: Information for manufacturers
- Hand Sanitizer Exchange (Cosmetic Alliance Canada)
- Ministry of Health- COVID-19 Updates
- Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC): how COVID-19 spreads
- World Health Organization (WHO): how COVID-19 is spread – (See FAQ near the bottom: “Is it safe to receive a package…”)
- Canadian Mental Health Association
- The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
FOOD SAFETY
- Food and Consumer Products Canada (FCPC) Best Practices Summary for Industry
- European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
- U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): FAQ’s – scroll to “How it Spreads”
- U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA): FAQ’s – scroll to “Food products”
- Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC): how COVID-19 spreads
- World Health Organization (WHO): how COVID-19 is spread – (See FAQ near the bottom: “Is it safe to receive a package…”)
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) – scroll to “Food Safety”
- CFIA – Guidance to Meat Slaughter and Processing Establishments on Prevention and Response to Suspect and Confirmed COVID-19 Plant Employees
FOOD SAFETY
- Webinar – The Influence of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on the Food Industry Wednesday, March 25. 2:00-3:00 PM EST)
- Covid-19 Guidance for Food Premises – Best Practices Summary Sheet (PDF)
- European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
- U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): FAQ’s – scroll to “How it Spreads”
- U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA): FAQ’s – scroll to “Food products”
- Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC): how COVID-19 spreads
- World Health Organization (WHO): how COVID-19 is spread – (See FAQ near the bottom: “Is it safe to receive a package…”)
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) – scroll to “Food Safety”
- CFIA – Guidance to Meat Slaughter and Processing Establishments on Prevention and Response to Suspect and Confirmed COVID-19 Plant Employees
WEBINARS, TRAINING AND COURSES
See our dedicated post
OTHER BUSINESS RESOURCES:
Canadian Banks
Contact your bank. Canada’s banks have made a commitment to support businesses and individuals through these difficult times in a responsible, fair, and compassionate way. To help provide some stability for businesses through this time of uncertainty, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) is lowering the Domestic Stability Buffer requirement, releasing more than $300 billion of additional lending capacity for Canadian financial institutions.
Next Generation Manufacturing – COVID-19 Project Funding
Ontario Centres of Excellence – COVID-19 Collaboration Platform
Ontario Chamber of Commerce: Covid-19 Pandemic Preparedness Toolkit
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce: “COVID-19 Pandemic Preparedness for Business”
Canadian Chamber of Commerce: Canadian Business Resilience Network
World Health Organization: Business and Employees
Supply Chain Canada: The Coronavirus Impact on Global Supply Chains – Link to Webinar Presentation
MaRS – Covid-19 collection of tools and tactics for business
OTHER COVID-19 LINKS:
World Health Organization: Covid-19
Ontario Government: Covid-19 Self Assessment Tool
Government of Canada: Public Health Agency Covid-19
Hastings & Prince Edward Counties Health Unit
City of Belleville – Response and Updates/Announcements
City of Quinte West – Response and Updates/Announcements
Municipality of Brighton – Response and Updates/Announcements
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