Find information about the Covid-19 financial support that is available through the Government of Canada for people, businesses and organizations.
Government of Canada
Opportunities New Brunswick
New Brunswick’s business community can count on Opportunities New Brunswick to support them financially with the help of partners locally, provincially, and federally. Find more information here.
For Individuals
The Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB) gives income support to employed and self-employed individuals who are unable to work because they must care for their child under 12 years old or… The Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB) gives income support to employed and self-employed individuals who are unable to work because they are sick or need to self-isolate due to COVID-19, or… The Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) gives temporary income support to employed and self-employed people who cannot work due to a COVID-19 lockdown. Access services and information on EI and leave for workers, families, fishers and sickness.
For Businesses
The Government of Canada has put in place Work-Sharing special measures for employers affected by the downturn in business related to COVID-19. The agreement provides income support to employees eligible… Small and medium-sized businesses that have seen their revenues decrease by 50% or more as a result of COVID-19, can access guaranteed, low-interest loans of $25,000 to $1 million to cover operational… Canada’s regional development agencies (RDA) programs foster the right environment to enable businesses to grow and entrepreneurs and innovators to start businesses, creating the ideal conditions for the development of… This program will provide emergency funding support for large Canadian enterprises facing financial challenges in light of the economic impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Apply here for the NB Recovery Small Business Grant -Phase 3, a grant for small businesses in New Brunswick impacted by Covid-19. On January 19, the Government of New Brunswick, through Opportunities NB (ONB) announced the New Brunswick Self-Employed Lockdown Fund, making available a grant of $2,000 for businesses without employees that… Businesses, non-profit organizations, and charities in Canada that have seen a drop in revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for a subsidy to cover part of your commercial… There are a variety of programs providing support for the following sectors: Aerospace, Agriculture, Agri-food, Aquaculture and Fisheries, Culture Heritage and Sports, Energy, Tourism, Transportation, and Infrastructure. Employers in Canada who have seen a drop in revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for a subsidy to cover part of the wages you pay employees.
Help is Available
Impacted by Covid-19? There are many resources for individuals and businesses who need support due to Covid-19, including loans and grants.