Pandemic checklist
Our advisory services department has drawn up a series of questions in connection with the upcoming gradual decommissioning. As you know, the next few months are going to be all about recovery. But recovery also means preparation. To help you rebuild, or perhaps improve, your financial plan, our team of financial analysts is here to […]
Government assistance reference document
Link to all federal programs here. Payroll program Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Enables you to receive a subsidy of 75% of payroll between March 15 and June 6. The company must justify the request by a drop in revenue according to the following criteria: 15% in March; To apply and see other application conditions. According […]
More than $252 million for farmers, food companies and food processors
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced important measures for agricultural programs. He also announced an investment of more than $252 million to support farmers, food companies and food processors who provide essential services to Canadians every day, ensuring a safe and reliable food supply. In addition, he announced that the government intends to propose the […]
Canada’s emergency assistance for commercial rent
Canada’s Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (ECCRA) for small businesses provides much-needed support to small businesses experiencing financial hardship as a result of COVID-19. The program provides forgivable loans to eligible commercial property owners to reduce the rent payable by their affected small business tenants by at least 75% for the months of April, May and […]
The MRCs are ready to help!
Businesses located in the following MRCs can contact them for immediate assistance. Thérèse-De Blainville RCM In an economic context shaken by the COVID-19 crisis, the Thérèse-De Blainville MRC is launching measures to support small and medium-sized businesses, social economy enterprises, non-profit organizations, self-employed workers and very small businesses in its territory. To apply for these […]
Thérèse-De Blainville MRC releases $200,000 for small businesses
In an economic context shaken by the COVID-19 crisis, the Thérèse-De Blainville MRC is launching measures to support small and medium-sized businesses, social economy enterprises, non-profit organizations, self-employed workers and very small businesses in its territory. In addition to the Ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation’s “Aide d’urgence pour les petites et moyennes entreprises” announced […]
EDC offers a webinar “COVID-19: Get financing and support for your business”.
(source: edc.ca) Get the funding and support your business needs On April 16, Export Development Canada (EDC) will be hosting a webinar featuring a panel of experts who will explain how to access the financial assistance and guarantees available to you. In this regard, it should be noted that the government has broadened EDC’s mandate, […]
UPDATE: Government offers employers more flexibility on Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy
(source) Department of Finance Canada The Government of Canada is taking immediate, significant and decisive action to support Canadians and employers across the country who are struggling as a result of the global outbreak of COVID-19. Today, Finance Minister Bill Morneau provided further details on the eligibility criteria for companies to apply for the Canada […]
100 million for job retention
Jean Boulet, Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity and Minister responsible for the Mauricie region, has announced the allocation of $100 million to implement the Programme actions concertées pour le maintien en emploi (PACME). This program was set up in response to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses and workers. It was […]
An additional $150 million to help Quebec’s small and medium-sized businesses
The Quebec government announces new measures to support Quebec businesses affected by the repercussions of COVID-19, including the Aide d’urgence aux petites et moyennes entreprises program. This program has been set up to support SMEs experiencing financial difficulties as a result of COVID-19, and requiring liquidity of less than $50,000 for working capital purposes. This […]