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  • CFIB battles for benefits for COVID-19 affected business

    After weeks of pressure from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), the federal government announced new programs to support businesses during the COVID-19 public health crisis.The wage subsidy will increase from 10% to 75%. “We asked for this from the beginning and won the battle thanks to member support,” the CFIB said in a public statement.

  • Parkland nears completion of Burnaby refinery turnaround

    Parkland Fuel Corporation is nearing completion of the required work for the 2020 Burnaby refinery turnaround and has begun the startup sequence for the facility.

  • Topline: COVID-19’s impact on food and consumer goods manufacturers

    FCPC members report an increase in demand and production in response to COVID-19 The spread of  COVID-19 in Canada has triggered panic-buying and hoarding, and food and consumer goods manufacturers are working to keep pace.
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  • Manitoba increases tax on cigarettes

    With the tabling of it's most recent budget, Manitoba is increasing  tobacco-related taxes.
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  • Circle K stores introduce critical emergency measures

    As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to escalate, Alimentation Couche-Tard and its wholly owned subsidiary Circle K, are implementing critical emergency measures for the protection and support of the health and safety of its customers and employees around the globe.In provinces and territories across Canada, c-stores remain open, serving communities.[caption id="attachment_23686" align="alignright" width="300"] New screens at cash.[/caption]Brian Hannasch, Couche-Tard president and CEO, said in a release: "I know these are stressful, difficult days as we see the effects of this global pandemic on our lives, workplaces, and neighbourhoods.

  • How can the federal wage subsidy program help your business?

    If your revenues have decreased by 30% you will be eligible for this subsidy The number of employees will not determine your eligibility This subsidy applies to not-for-profit organizations and charities, as well as companies big and small The government will subsidize 75% an individual's salary on the first $58,700 earned, which will mean up to $847/week.
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  • Truckers told to ‘hold it’ as rest stops close restrooms

    Canada’s truckers already have a challenging job and are an important front line in the current public health battle.

  • Here's what to do if an employee gets COVID-19

    The Retail Council of Canada has published a standard operating procedure checklist to help retailers take action should there be an identified COVID-19 case at your location.
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