Minister of National Revenue

Canada Revenue Agency opens applications for enhanced Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy

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Monday, August 17, 2020

Today, the Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, announced that the Canada Revenue Agency has opened applications for Period 5 the first period of the enhanced CEWS program.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, announced that the Canada Revenue Agency has opened applications for Period 5 the first period of the enhanced CEWS program.
  • Increased eligibility, meaning that all eligible employers who've experienced a revenue drop can now qualify for a base subsidy.
  • "The Canada Revenue Agency is here to help Canadian employers of all sizes in getting their employees back to work.
  • The Government has made significant enhancements to the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy by incorporating user and stakeholder feedback.