Quebec:

• The provincial government announced financial support for tourism businesses in several regions that are suffering the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. 
• The government allocated $465,462 for Tourisme Îles de la Madeleine, $847,628 to Tourisme Gaspésie, and $1,386,812 to Tourisme Bas-Saint-Laurent.
• The funds come from the establishment of the 2020-2022 Regional Tourism Partnership Agreement.

 

Ontario:

• The provincial government will provide more than $1 million to support the technology sector and boost the digital economy in the North. 
• Funding is being delivered to eight companies through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC).

 

• The provincial government will invest $1.5 million through the new Tourism Economic Development Recovery Fund and offer promotional incentives for provincial attractions to help the tourism industry after the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Learn how to apply for the Tourism Economic Development and Recovery Fund.

 

Saskatchewan:

• Innovation Saskatchewan is providing $50,000 to help women entrepreneurs flourish in the technology sector. 
• The funding will support a mentorship program called Founders Table which brings together female tech entrepreneurs to gain new knowledge, business skills and industry connections.
• Visit Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan to apply.

 

Alberta:

• The provincial government will provide each of Alberta’s five First Nations colleges with $100,000 in one-time funding for COVID-19 supports.
• The grant will address technology and Wi-Fi access, support online programming development and delivery, and assist with improved cleaning protocols.

 

• The provincial government will provide $48 million to continue supporting people struggling with homelessness during the pandemic.
• This funding is in addition to $25 million announced in March, and is part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan.

 

British Columbia:

• Workers and employers who need to extend temporary layoffs beyond the August 30, 2020, expiry date are reminded to apply for a variance using the Employment Standards Branch’s new online application by August 25.
• Visit the website for temporary layoff variance applications.

 

• Through a $402,105 Community and Employer Partnership project, the Surrey Board of Trade will develop a plan for local employers to navigate their capacity to respond to COVID-19 workforce needs, and help workers connect to employment opportunities.
• Visit the Surrey Board of Trade for more information.