COVID-19 and Business Interruption Insurance
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it is having a significant impact on many businesses, including operating losses as a result...
Applying for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)
Apr 21, 2020
Beginning April 27th, applications will be open for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy. For those who are eligible, most businesses may apply...
Changes to the Canada Emergency Business Account & Introduction of Commercial Rent Assistance Program
Apr 17, 2020
On April 16, 2020 the Government of Canada announced changes to the Canada Emergency Business Account and introduced the Canada...
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Legislation Receives Royal Assent
Apr 13, 2020
On April 11, 2020, the Federal government’s $73 billion wage subsidy legislation received Royal Assent and was passed into law....
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy – Update
Apr 9, 2020
On April 8, 2020, changes were announced to the eligibility criteria for employers to claim the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy...
GST/HST Update – Payment & Filing Deadlines
Apr 3, 2020
GST/HST Update – Payment & Filing Deadlines The CRA has now released additional details on GST/HST relief for businesses. While...
Ontario’s Action Plan to Respond to COVID-19 – Tax Aspects
Mar 28, 2020
Ontario’s Action Plan to Respond to COVID-19 – Tax Aspects On March 25, 2020, the Ontario Government announced new tax...
Increase in wage subsidy, New loans for Small Businesses, GST/HST Payments and Other Matters
Mar 27, 2020
On March 27, 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a number of new announcements as outlined below. The Prime Minister...
Ontario Announces Interest and Penalty Relief for Businesses
Mar 26, 2020
On March 25, 2020, the Ontario government announced a five-month relief period for Ontario businesses who are unable to file...
Temporary Wage Subsidy – Update
Mar 26, 2020
Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers – Expanded Definition of ‘Eligible Employer’ As you may be aware, on March 25, 2020 the...