COVID-19 Information

HEALTH:

Government of Canada – Public Health     Alberta Health Services – COVID-19 info for Albertans

TRAVEL:

All Canadians abroad who want to return to Canada must register online with Global Affairs Canada AND email sos@international.gc.ca or phone 1-613-996-8885.

Latest travel advice from the Government of Canada.

ECONOMIC SUPPORT:  

Government of Canada’s Economic Response Plan – support for individuals and businesses.

To determine the support you may be eligible for: https://covid-benefits.alpha.canada.ca/en/start

One-time tax-free payment for seniors was delivered to eligible recipients in July.

The Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB) – apply here. 

Looking for work? Full time and part time jobs listed on Job Bank.

Federal support for businesses, including the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) and wage subsidies (CEWS). The CEWS calculator and how to apply. Frequently asked Questions about CEWS.

Apply online for the Government of Canada’s Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) or by phone: 1‑800‑959‑2019 or 1‑800‑959‑2041. Questions and Answers about the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB).

If you are having problems applying for EI or the CERB and have been unable to get through on the Service Canada phone line (1-800-206-7218), call 1-833-699-0299 to speak to a Service Canada CERB agent who may be able to address your issue. Or you may submit an online Service Canada Service Request form, and a Service Canada officer will contact you within about 48 hours.

Free virtual tax clinics are available for eligible people who have a modest income and a simple tax situation.