They’re an important source of millions of good jobs all across Canada, and make our communities better places to live. Today though, they’re worried about the months ahead and facing difficult decisions about how to keep people on the payroll and pay the bills during this challenging time.
Liberal Party of Canada
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Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, friend.

They’re an important source of millions of good jobs all across Canada, and make our communities better places to live. Today though, they’re worried about the months ahead and facing difficult decisions about how to keep people on the payroll and pay the bills during this challenging time.

That’s why today, Justin Trudeau announced more measures the Liberal government is taking to support Canadian businesses through the impacts of COVID-19, and to keep our economy strong in the face of uncertainty.

Support for small businesses facing impacts of COVID-19  - Covering 75% of wages for qualifying businesses - Launching the new Canada Emergency Business Account, allowing banks to offer $40,000 government-guaranteed loans to qualifying businesses - An additional $12.5 billion through Export Development Canada and the Business Development Bank to help small- and medium-sized businesses  - Deferring GST/HST payments, as well as duties and taxes owed on imports, until June.

More info on these new measures   ➜

In these uncertain times, Justin Trudeau’s message to Canadian businesses and workers is clear: Canada will be here for you.

Right now, all Canadians are stepping up in important ways to minimize the impacts of COVID-19, whether by staying at home as much as possible, washing our hands, or staying a safe distance from people when we go for a quick walk or to the grocery store.

Every Canadian has a role to play, friend, and we’re thankful for all that you’re doing to help.

All our best,

Liberal Party of Canada

Liberal Party of Canada

P.S. For more information on COVID-19, and to stay up-to-date on the latest on what Canadians, our families, and our communities can do to be prepared and support prevention, you can visit Canada.ca/Coronavirus.

Visit Liberal.ca for more information

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