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A resource guide for programs and initiatives launched by all levels of government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our team will continue to update this page as new announcements are made and more information about initiatives becomes available.

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Latest COVID-19 updates from Sussex

Liberals Unveil More Generous Employment Benefits, Paving Way for NDP Throne Speech Support

September 25, 2020

The Federal government unveiled legislation to implement new employment benefits to replace the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB).

Federal Government Announces Additional $2 Billion to Help Schools Reopen Safely

August 26, 2020

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced up to $2 billion in funding to support the provinces and territories in safely reopening schools.

Government Extends CERB and Announces New COVID-19 ‘Recovery’ Financial Benefits

August 20, 2020

Federal Ministers Carla Qualtrough and Chrystia Freeland announced next steps to provide support to individuals whose ability to work has been impacted by COVID-19.

Ontario Releases 2020-21 First Quarter Finances and Announces $1.6 Billion in First Round of Emergency Funding for Ontario Municipalities

August 13, 2020

The Ontario government released its report on the 2020-21 First Quarter Finances, which provides information on the fiscal and economic outlook from April 1 to June 30, 2020.

Paula Conboy Featured on iPolitics

August 12, 2020

Senior Counsel, Paula Conboy, discussed her experience in the energy sector and how it influences her role at Sussex with iPolitics.

Federal Government to Impose Dollar-for-Dollar Countermeasures to Trump’s Aluminum Tariffs

August 7, 2020

In response to US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 10% tariff on certain Canadian aluminum imports, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland announced dollar-for-dollar counter measures on US imports to Canada for a total of $3.6 billion (CAN).

Federal Government Announces Proposed Extension and Changes to Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy

July 17, 2020

Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced a proposed extension of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) until December 19, 2020.

Federal Government Reaches $19 Billion Safe Restart Agreement with Provinces and Territories

July 16, 2020

The Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister announced that the federal government has reached a $19 billion Safe Restart Agreement with Provinces and Territories.

Federal Economic Snapshot

July 8, 2020

Finance Minister Bill Morneau tabled a federal economic snapshot of the Canadian fiscal situation four months into the COVID-19 pandemic.

Federal Government working with Provinces to Extend Commercial Rent Assistance Program by a Month

June 29, 2020

Prime Minister Trudeau announced that he intends to extend the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) program by one month.

Applications are Now Open for the Canada Student Service Grants

June 25, 2020

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that applications are now open for the Canada Student Service Grant (CSSG).

Federal Government to Provide Economic “Snapshot” Update July 8

June 17, 2020

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Finance Minister Bill Morneau will provide a fiscal update to Parliament on July 8.

Ontario Releases 2020-21 First Quarter Finances and Announces $1.6 Billion in First Round of Emergency Funding for Ontario Municipalities

August 13, 2020

The Ontario government released its report on the 2020-21 First Quarter Finances, which provides information on the fiscal and economic outlook from April 1 to June 30, 2020.

Ontario Announces Plan for Safe Reopening of Schools in September and Plan for Return of Child Care to Full Capacity

July 30, 2020

The Ontario government released the long promised plan for reopening schools, as well as its plan to allow child care centres to return to full capacity starting September 1, 2020.

Ontario Moves Toronto and Peel Region to Stage 3 and Launches Independent Long-Term Care COVID-19 Commission

July 29, 2020

The Ontario government announced that the City of Toronto and Peel Region will move to Stage 3 on July 31 and launched the independent commission into COVID-19 and long-term care.

Ontario Announces Additional Regions to Enter Stage 3 this Week

July 20, 2020

The Ontario government said another seven regions are ready to advance to Stage 3.

Ontario Announces Regions to Enter Stage 3 this Week

July 13, 2020

Twenty-four public health units will enter Stage 3 on Friday July 17, 2020.

Ontario Introduces Legislation to Address the Ongoing Threat of COVID-19 with Flexibility Over the Next Year

July 7, 2020

The Ontario government proposed legislation that, if passed, would continue orders made under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act related to COVID-19.

Ontario Bill 197, COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020 Changes Landscape for Land Use Planning and Infrastructure Projects

July 13, 2020

Our Municipal and Provincial Teams continue to analyze the newly introduced Government of Ontario legislation: Bill 197, COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020.

Online Licensing and Permit Applications Launches in Toronto

July 8, 2020

The City of Toronto announced the launch of a new online business licensing and permits application process that allows for applications, document submissions, and payments to be completed virtually.

Final Week for Toronto’s Reopening Strategy Survey Feedback

June 23, 2020

Seven days are left for businesses, individuals and community groups to complete the Toronto Office of Recovery and Rebuild’s survey on the City’s recovery strategy.

Toronto Provides Businesses with Expanded Guidance for Reopening

June 17, 2020

Mayor John Tory announced that the City has expanded its guidance resources for local businesses and organizations preparing for re-opening when Toronto enters into Stage 2.

Federal Government Announces $2.2 Billion in Municipal Gas Tax Funding

June 1, 2020

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced an early transfer of $2.2 billion in federal Gas Tax funding for Canadian municipal infrastructure projects.

How to Reopen Downtown Toronto – The City Wants to Hear From You

May 29, 2020

Mayor John Tory announced that the City is partnering with 24 major employers, including universities, major banks and insurance institutions to support a gradual reopening of offices and employment centres.

Paula Conboy Featured on iPolitics

August 12, 2020

Senior Counsel, Paula Conboy, discussed her experience in the energy sector and how it influences her role at Sussex with iPolitics.

COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act and the Environment

July 8, 2020

The Hon. Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing introduced Bill 197, the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020.

Ontario Announces Immediate Changes to Industrial Conservation Initiative in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

June 26, 2020

The Government of Ontario approved an amendment to O.Reg 429/04 respecting the Industrial Conservative Initiative (ICI).

What We’re Reading This Week - Sussex Environment Team

June 19, 2020

June 12 – June 19: A reading list from our Sussex Environment Team for the weekend!

What We’re Reading This Week - Sussex Environment Team

June 12, 2020

June 5 – June 12: A reading list from our Sussex Environment Team for the weekend!

What We’re Reading This Week - Sussex Environment Team

June 5, 2020

May 29 – June 5: A reading list from our Sussex Environment Team for the weekend!