The Prime Minister says more financial help is on the way for Canadians to pay their bills and keep their homes.
He made the announcement today during his daily update to Canadians, saying it will cover a variety of sectors, including essential workers, students and businesses.
Justin Trudeau says the government knows there’s more to do. For those who may not qualify for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), he says you may still need a hand.
At the same time, the government is working to enhance the Canada Emergency Business Account and new supports for commercial rent for businesses that are hardest hit.
The #COVID19 pandemic has changed the daily lives of all Canadians. No matter where you live, in a small community or a big city, the Government of Canada is here for you. pic.twitter.com/I74At0BvC2
— Prime Minister of Canada (@CanadianPM) April 15, 2020
The PM also says more personal protective equipment (PPE) has arrived in the country.
Specifically, four planeloads of N95 masks arrived this past weekend and Trudeau says 1.1 million of them and other equipment are ready for shipping to provinces and territories next week.
The new equipment includes millions of pairs of gloves and new protective gowns which are arriving from new domestic suppliers next Monday.
Over the weekend, Canada received new shipments of essential personal protective equipment. Workers are preparing these supplies for shipping so we can get them to the provinces and territories as quickly as possible. Details ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/GmJwJLOQYY
— Prime Minister of Canada (@CanadianPM) April 15, 2020
Today the government also announced $130 million for northern communities to help their fight against the virus.
For more details on financial help for Canadians, please click here.