Throughout this pandemic, Canada’s unions have pushed for income supports for workers who lost their jobs due to COVID-19 as well as paid sick leave for those forced to self-isolate. The federal government has been responsive to calls for support and has continued to modify programs as the crisis goes on.
Useful links:
Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: The Government of Canada is taking immediate, significant and decisive action to support Canadians and businesses facing hardship as a result of the global COVID-19 outbreak. Click here.
Benefits for Canadians: Includes Employment Insurance, pensions and benefits for housing, education, training, family and people with disabilities. Click here.
Questions and Answers on the Canada Emergency Response Benefit
Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB): Apply
EI sickness benefits: Apply
Find up-to-date information on income support programs, including EI here.