COVID-19 Financial Relief
Site: Halton
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK0083 | Last Full Update: 30 Sep 2020 |
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| Public Comments | If you have an Emergency, please call 9-1-1 (Police, Fire, Ambulance) Non-Emergency Halton Regional Police Service: 905-825-4777 (non-emergency) Halton Regional Police Service COVID-19 Hotline: 905-825-4722 Halton Region Public Health, toll free 1-866-442-5866 or 905 825-6000 or 3-1-1 Telehealth Ontario, toll free 1-866-797-0000 Health Canada's Novel Coronavirus Information Line, toll-free 1-833-784-4397 Other COVID-19 support for residents of Halton * COVID-19 Information Sources * COVID-19 Community Support * COVID-19 Emergency Food Programs * COVID-19 Where to Donate * COVID-19 Mental Health & Well-being Resources * COVID-19 Support for Front Line Workers The COVID-19 situation is evolving rapidly * information will be added to this listing as it becomes available |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | FEDERAL PROGRAMS Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan * see website for details Service Canada has begun the gradual and safe reopening of in-person locations across the country by appointment only * access programs and services online Support for Individuals Find financial help during COVID-19 here Individuals and families: Employment Insurance (EI): as of September 27, 20200, those eligible for EI benefits will receive a minimum taxable benefit at a rate of $500 per week (for more information on eligibility and how to apply see here) Those not eligible for EI benefits may be eligible for one of the following: * Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB): provides $500 per week for up to 26 weeks for workers who have stopped working or had their income reduced by at least 50% due to COVID-19, and who are not eligible for EI (for more information on eligibility and how to apply see here) * the government has announced a proposed extension to the CRB eligibility period limits that would allow eligible recipients to apply for a total of 19 periods (38 weeks) between September 27, 2020 and September 25, 2021 * Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB): provides $500 per week for up to a maximum of two weeks, for workers who are unable to work for at least 50% of the week because they contracted COVID-19; are self-isolated for reasons related to COVID-19; or have underlying conditions, are undergoing treatments or have contracted other sicknesses that would make them more susceptible to COVID-19 (for more information on eligibility and how to apply see here) * the government has announced a proposed extension to the CRSB eligibility period limits that would allow eligible recipients to apply for a total of 4 weeks between September 27, 2020 and September 25, 2021 * Canada Recovery Caregiver Benefit (CRCB): provides $500 per week for up to 26 weeks per household for workers who are unable to work for at least 50% of the week because they must care for a child under the age of 12 or family member because schools, day-cares or care facilities are closed due to COVID-19; or because the child or family member is sick and/or required to quarantine or is at high risk of serious health implications because of COVID-19 (for more information on eligibility and how to apply see here) * the government has announced a proposed extension to the CRCB eligibility period limits that would allow eligible recipients to apply for a total of 38 weeks between September 27, 2020 and September 25, 2021 Mortgage payment deferral (see here for more information) Support for Businesses Find financial help during COVID-19 here * see Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan for more details Support for Sectors See Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan for more details PROVINCIAL PROGRAMS To learn more about what financial, mental health and other supports are available during COVID-19, see here COVID-19 Emergency Assistance: * short-term financial support for those in a crisis or an emergency situation to assist with rent and food, for example * for eligibility and how to apply, see here * if you require assistance for a month or longer, apply for Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program Ontario Energy Board: * bill assistance programs for low-income consumers including the COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program (CEAP, a one time, on-bill credit to eligible residential electricity and natural gas customers), Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP - monthly on-bill credit for electricity), and Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP - one-time emergency grant for electricity or natural gas bill) Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP): * three-month waiting period for OHIP coverage has been waived * those who do not met OHIP coverage criteria and are uninsured will have the cost of COVID-19 services funded by the province * currently expired or soon-to-be expired health cards do not need to be renewed to receive access to health services * for more information see here OTHER ASSISTANCE Legal Information: Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO): * practical answers to questions about the law relating to the COVID-19 situation, including employment and work, family law, housing law, and income assistance * updates about changes to government programs and court services * for more, see the Steps to Justice website Halton Community Legal Services, 905-875-2069 Legal Aid Ontario, 1-800-668-8258 Utilities Relief: For more information on gas companies' responses to COVID-19, see Union/Enbridge Gas For more information on hydro companies' responses to COVID-19, see: Burlington Hydro * Halton Hills Hydro * Milton Hydro * Oakville Hydro * Hydro One For more information on telecommunication companies' responses to COVID-19, see: Bell * Cogeco * Rogers * Shaw * Telus |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | Varies by program, contact for details |
| Application | Call for information |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Halton Region |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | COVID-19 ; Employment / Training ; Income Programs |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Assistance Programs ; Employer Staffing Assistance ; Information & Referral Resources ; Self Employment / Entrepreneurship ; Social Assistance ; Supports for Business ; Supports for Families ; Supports for Older Adults |
| Service Categories | Business Financing ~ COVID-19 ; COVID Related Benefits ; Disaster Related Cash Grants ~ COVID-19 ; Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance ~ COVID-19 ; Utility Assistance ~ COVID-19 ; Wage Subsidy Funds ~ COVID-19 |
