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COVID-19 SUPPORT

COVID-19 SUPPORT UPDATES


There is a lot of information out there and it is very fluid. We will try to keep you updated.
​Here are some important links:


BC's Restart Plan 
Guide for Cleaning Public Areas

Supplies for Personal Protective Equipment - Sourcing PPE
Blueprint for Reopening​

BC Centre for Disease Control
Covid-19 BC Support App and Self Assessment Tool
BC Hydro Relief - for individuals
BC Hydro Relief - for businesses
BC Mind Reader - bi -weekly survey tool to assess the needs of the business community
BC Parks - re-opening details updated June 1
Canadian Chamber of Commerce - Canadian Business Resilience Network
Construction Employers Information
 - Q1 2020 premium deferral
- Vehicle  Certificates of Approval
- Site Safety
Community Futures North Okanagan
NEW Funding Stream for small & medium sized businesses including sole proprietors

​Farmers and Food Processors - Financial Relief information
Food and Beverage Sector and Retail Food and Grocery Store Guide and Fact Sheet
Patio Extension and Food and Beverage protocols - June 10th update

FORTIS

- Customer Recovery Fund
- Billing support
Grocery Store guidelines re: social distancing practices
Insurance Bureau of Canada, courtesy of BCEDA - Covid-19 and business insurance: How coverage is triggered
Rental Subsidy - eligibility and how to apply

TOURISM UPDATES
Destination BC (DBC) - updates
DBC Weekly Industry Call - April 16
DBC Messaging Guidance for the Tourism Industry - updated weekly
DBC - digital toolkit
Tourism HR Canada - Free Emerit Tourism Training
Shuswap Tourism UPDATES
Thompson Okanagan Tourism Assoc - Tourism Resiliency Network Program

​GOVERNMENT OF CANADA LINKS
Resources for Canadian Businesses
Canadian Emergency Business Account - New Eligibility criteria as of June 19
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy - 
How to apply - online applications open April 27
Economic Response Plan - view under "support for businesses"
Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance - information here​
Canada Summer Jobs Program information
Changes to Canada Summer Jobs Program - April 8
Western Economic Diversification Canada - RRRF - designed to help small & med sized business with funding

​BC Provincial Updates
List of essential services
WorkSafe BC - quarterly payment deferment
Provincial Action Plan- updated Mar 26
Financial supports available - updated Apr 16
Supports for Small Businesses - updated Apr 17
BC Emergency Benefit for Workers - Applications can be made online starting May 1
Temporary Emergency Funding Program  - For eligible Child Care Providers

Can your business assist Canada in meeting the need for medical supplies?
Business continuity plan for entrepreneurs
Support for Entrepreneurs
Box 118
3550 Bridge Street,
Armstrong BC V0E 1B1
250.546.8155
manager@aschamber.com
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  • Our Members
    • Armstrong Chamber Business Directory
    • Advertising Opportunities
    • Community Excellence Awards
    • Curb Appeal 101
    • Business Creation, Expansion, & Relocation >
      • Writing a Business Plan
    • Armstrong Job Board
  • Our Chamber
    • Meet Our Board
    • Become a Member
    • Advocacy For Armstrong
  • Tourism Armstrong
    • Accomodation
    • Good Eats in Armstrong
    • Services in Armstrong
  • EVENTS
    • Events Calendar
    • Submit an Event
    • Countdown to Canada Day
    • Harvest Pumpkin Festival
    • Cheese...It's a Natural!
    • Downtown Light Up!
    • Weddings in Armstrong
  • Moving to Armstrong
    • City of Armstrong
    • Township of Spallumcheen
    • Clubs & Associations
    • Schools in Armstrong
    • Transportation
  • Contact Us Today
    • Links to Services
  • Covid-19 Support