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Targeting COVID-19 Support Measures
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Hard-hit organizations that do not qualify for the Tourism and Hospitality Recovery Program and that have been deeply affected since the outset of the pandemic would qualify for rent and wage support under the Hardest-Hit Business Recovery Program, provided they meet the following two eligibility requirements: continue reading
Canada cancelling wage subsidy, announces $7.4B in new COVID-19 supports
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Hardest Hit Business Recovery Program eligibility will be a two-key system, Freeland said. First, the government will consider whether an employer has faced significant revenue loss over the course of 12 months during the pandemic. The second key is revenue loss in the current month of application.
Also, the Lockdown Support Program has been created in case the pandemic requires further local lockdowns in parts of the country. continue reading
Using Canada’s COVID-19 proof of vaccination for travel
Thursday, October 21, 2021
The Canadian COVID-19 proof of vaccination provides Canadian residents with a reliable way to demonstrate that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 when travelling within and outside Canada. Canadians can get their proof of vaccination from their province or territory (for more information, visit Canada.ca/vaccine-proof). continue reading
How to improve your credit score: 7 tips for entrepreneurs
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Your personal and business credit scores are important factors a banker will consider when you apply for a business loan.
While your business’s financial strength is important, a bank will also look at your personal credit score when deciding whether or not to give you a loan. continue reading
Some sunscreen mixtures become harmful
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
“Once exposed to sunlight for two hours, zinc oxide destroys the UVA protection provided by other ingredients. In this context, putting on sunscreen could actually make things worse because people believe they are being protected from harmful UV rays and may stay in the sun longer.” continue reading
