Latinos Choose Forward

Let me be very clear: Nobody should be taking a vacation abroad right now. If you’ve got one planned, cancel it - and don’t book a trip for spring break. We nee...d to hang on and hold tight for the next few months, and get through to the spring in the best shape possible. In other words, just stay home. When you have to head out for groceries and supplies, keep following public health guidelines. Wear your mask, wash your hands, and keep your distance. Also, make sure you’re using the COVID Alert app. It’s available here: https://bit.ly/3sS5H5Y

With cases rising across the country, and lockdowns happening in several places, I want to make one thing clear: we’re going to continue doing whatever it takes..., for as long as it takes, to keep you safe and supported. For a quick rundown of the help that’s available for you and your family, take a minute and read this post: If you’re directly affected by COVID-19 but are self-employed or don’t qualify for Employment Insurance, we’ve created the Canada Recovery Benefit for you. If you’re not able to work because you’re sick or need to self-isolate due to COVID-19, there’s the Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit. Or, if you can’t work because you’re taking care of a loved one, you could be eligible for the Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit. For more information on these supports, click here: https://bit.ly/35Hf3r5 If you’re a small business owner, there’s also help available for you. There’s the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy, which could cover up to 65% of your rent. If your community is in lockdown, that could be boosted up to 90% with the Lockdown Support that’s available. There’s also the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy to help you keep your employees on the payroll, as well as the Canada Emergency Business Account, which offers interest-free loans of up to $60,000. For details on these programs, click here: https://bit.ly/3qq7NIb

Our Government supported Canadians through the first wave, and we'll continue to do the same now and post-pandemic. Our Fall Economic Statement lays out our plan on how we'll do just that - http://bit.ly/36pgf34