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This page is designed to be a resource for our local Peterborough businesses to help you through these uncertain times. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to connect with us (#TeamPtbo through the links below).
This page is designed to be a resource for our local Peterborough businesses to help you through these uncertain times. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to connect with us (#TeamPtbo through the links below).
Peterborough PPE Retail Hub Now Online
With many non-essential businesses now able to re-open the need for PPE and protective gear for staff and customers is essential. The Peterborough Chamber has reached out to the business community and compiled a list of businesses offering PPE and signage.
With many non-essential businesses now able to re-open the need for PPE and protective gear for staff and customers is essential. The Peterborough Chamber has reached out to the business community and compiled a list of businesses offering PPE and signage.
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Small Business Relief Fund now accepting applications
A $10,000 grant opportunity for small business with the Small Business Relief Fund. Applications are open.
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A $10,000 grant opportunity for small business with the Small Business Relief Fund. Applications are open.
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Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Consultation
The federal government has launched a consultation process to seek information and feedback from businesses of all sizes, in every sector, labour representatives, not-for-profits, and charities on how the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) program can be adapted to save as many Canadian jobs as possible. The consultations will close on June 5, 2020.
To participate in this consultation:
The federal government has launched a consultation process to seek information and feedback from businesses of all sizes, in every sector, labour representatives, not-for-profits, and charities on how the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) program can be adapted to save as many Canadian jobs as possible. The consultations will close on June 5, 2020.
To participate in this consultation:
- Share your experience by taking a short survey or,
- Provide in-depth feedback to this email fin.cews-succ.fin@canada.ca.
Temporary Leave is being adjusted to reflect COVID-19 pandemic
The government announced that it has enacted a new regulatory amendment that will put non-unionized employees on Infectious Disease Emergency Leave during the COVID-19 outbreak any time their hours of work are temporarily reduced by their employer due to COVID-19. This will ensure businesses aren't forced to terminate employees after their ESA temporary layoff periods have expired.
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The government announced that it has enacted a new regulatory amendment that will put non-unionized employees on Infectious Disease Emergency Leave during the COVID-19 outbreak any time their hours of work are temporarily reduced by their employer due to COVID-19. This will ensure businesses aren't forced to terminate employees after their ESA temporary layoff periods have expired.
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Municipalities to get Gas Tax funding early this year
In past years, payments to communities through the federal Gas Tax Fund have typically been made in two instalments, in summer and later in the year. The Government of Canada announced that this year’s $2.2 billion transfer to communities will be made in one payment in early June.
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In past years, payments to communities through the federal Gas Tax Fund have typically been made in two instalments, in summer and later in the year. The Government of Canada announced that this year’s $2.2 billion transfer to communities will be made in one payment in early June.
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Ontario Emergency Orders Extended
Today, the Ontario government has extended all emergency orders in force under s.7.0.2 (4) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act until June 9, 2020.
Click here for a full list of extended emergency orders.
Today, the Ontario government has extended all emergency orders in force under s.7.0.2 (4) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act until June 9, 2020.
Click here for a full list of extended emergency orders.
The Retail Sector Among the Hardest Hit By COVID-19 According To Our Survey With Statistics Canada
As a non-essential service, and a sector that has traditionally relied on physical in-store contact, the retail sector felt the effects of closures and social distancing from the very beginning of the crisis. Almost 48% of retailers had lost more than 30% of revenue in the first weeks of the crisis and 50% had to lay off staff.
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As a non-essential service, and a sector that has traditionally relied on physical in-store contact, the retail sector felt the effects of closures and social distancing from the very beginning of the crisis. Almost 48% of retailers had lost more than 30% of revenue in the first weeks of the crisis and 50% had to lay off staff.
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May 26, 2020
Canadian Chamber launches Business Resilience Service
The Business Resilience Service (BRS) allows you to connect with experienced business advisors from across Canada for guidance on which government relief programs will be most appropriate to support your small- to medium-sized business, not-for-profit or charity on how to respond and reshape amid uncertainty.
The program, delivered to your organization free of charge, provides:
To access the BRS call 1-866-989-1080 to connect with a business advisor from the accounting profession. The service is available 7 days/week from 8am – 8pm ET
Learn more
The Business Resilience Service (BRS) allows you to connect with experienced business advisors from across Canada for guidance on which government relief programs will be most appropriate to support your small- to medium-sized business, not-for-profit or charity on how to respond and reshape amid uncertainty.
The program, delivered to your organization free of charge, provides:
- Guidance on COVID-19 financial support program options and eligibility
- Direction on accessing the most appropriate support organizations
- Help to make decisions to support recovery plans
- Real time insights and feedback to policymakers
To access the BRS call 1-866-989-1080 to connect with a business advisor from the accounting profession. The service is available 7 days/week from 8am – 8pm ET
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City of Peterborough extends deferral of late fees on property taxes for July and September bills
Council approved not applying penalties for unpaid property tax bills that are due on July 31 and September 30 for 60 days, respectively, to assist residents and businesses with the economic challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Council approved not applying penalties for unpaid property tax bills that are due on July 31 and September 30 for 60 days, respectively, to assist residents and businesses with the economic challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learn more
May 25, 2020
Applications now open for Commercial Rent Assistance Program
Ontario landlords are being asked to start applying Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Apply Now
Ontario landlords are being asked to start applying Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Apply Now
The Think Tank - Road to Recovery Series
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Chamber President and CEO Stu Harrison has launched a new video series called The Think Tank. The first series will focus on Business Recovery Strategies and then expand to include conversations with community thought leaders.
Road to Recovery Series Episode #1: Keith Beecroft, Peterborough Public Health Episode #2: Rhonda Barnet, AVIT Manufacturing Episode #3: Terry Guiel, Peterborough DBIA Watch videos |
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