Coronavirus Cerb

• CERB recipients deemed ineligible after messaging mix-up won’t be forced to repay

  The CERB repayment announcement is reversal of the Trudeau government’s previous position on the matter.

  Money

  Feb 9, 2021
  
• Coronavirus relief bill to replace CERB receives royal assent

  Bill C-4 expands the employment insurance system and creates new leave benefits for workers who get sick with COVID-19 or have to care for dependants who are ill.

  Politics

  Oct 2, 2020
  
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• CERB to EI: What to know about transitioning to the new coronavirus benefits

  For most Canadians, the transition won't require action. For others, it may.

  Canada

  Sep 28, 2020
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• Liberals still plan to work with opposition on EI reform during prorogation: minister

  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau prorogued Parliament until Sept. 23.

  Canada

  Aug 23, 2020
• Two arrested in Surrey, B.C., in connection to $33,000 in stolen CERB cheques, refunds

  The Mounties in Surrey say the cheques include Canada Emergency Response Benefits, GST cheques and income tax refunds, in addition to cheques issued by other organizations.

  Canada

  Apr 29, 2020
• Coronavirus pandemic raises question: Is it time for a basic income?

  How much a targeted basic income should be is always a "social and political question," according to one economist.

  Canada

  Apr 22, 2020
• Canadians apply for emergency benefit amid COVID-19 with few hiccups

  Some people trying to apply via phone said the lines haven't been able to handle high call volumes.

  Canada

  Apr 6, 2020