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Information for businesses on how to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic

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COVID-19 is having far-reaching impacts on the economy. Information and resources are available to help businesses cope with issues brought on by the pandemic.

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We're Here to Help

The City of Prince George has compiled a list of resources to help businesses and their employees access current and accurate information during the COVID-19 pandemic.

For more information or requests for support, contact us by:

  • Phone: 250-561-7633
  • Email: ecdev@princegeorge.ca


SupportPG.ca

Visit SupportPG.ca for additional resources to help businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how to register a business as "open", find funding updates and webinars, and more.

  • Visit the SupportPG.ca website


Newly Added/Updated Resources

  • Province of BC Small and Medium Sized Business Recovery Grant (UPDATED)
  • Hubspace - Digital Economy: Rapid Response and Resiliency Program

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Federal and Provincial Government

The Canadian Federal Government and Provincial Governments offer resources to help businesses that are struggling to cope with COVID-19.

Federal Resources
  • Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program
  • Government of Canada launches Regional Relief and Recovery Fund
  • Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
  • FAQs for the Temporary Wage Subsidy Program
  • Risk-informed decision-making guidelines for workplaces and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Government of Canada: Support to Businesses
  • COVID-19 and the Western Canadian Economy
  • Canada provides update on exemptions to travel restrictions to protect Canadians and support the economy
Provincial Resources
  • Province of BC Small and Medium Sized Business Recovery Grant (UPDATED)
  • WorkSafeBC announces changes to premiums for furloughed employees
  • The Province of BC's Restart Plan
  • BC Emergency Benefit for Workers
  • COVID-19 Provincial support and information
  • COVID-19 Action Plan: B.C.’s first steps to support people, businesses
  • Province of BC - Questions About Work For Employers


Taxes

The Canada Revenue Agency introduced several special changes to upcoming deadlines owing to the outbreak.

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Organizational

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Small Business BC and Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses have published resources and FAQs to assist businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Organizational Resources
  • CFIB Releases Back to Business Kit
  • CanExport Announces Funding for Growing Globally
  • Community Partners Launch SupportPG.ca
  • Northern Development - Small-Business Recovery Consulting Rebate
  • CFIB: Covid-19 Small Business Help Centre
  • Small Business BC Resources for Small Businesses Effected by COVID-19
  • Community Futures Fraser Fort George: Emergency Loan Program
  • Community Futures Fraser Fort George: Business Resource Assistant


Sector-Specific

Various industry sectors have developed their own COVID-19 response plans.

Agriculture
  • BC Agriculture Council: COVID-19 UPDATE
  • Farm Credit Canada: Response to COVID-19
Retail and Restaurants
  • BC Restaurant and Food Association Resources Page
  • Restaurants Canada - Navigating coronavirus: COVID-19 resources for foodservice operators
Real Estate
  • Real Estate Council of BC - COVID-19 and Real Estate Services
Construction
  • Guidance to construction sites operating during COVID-19
Tourism
  • Tourism BC's 5 Steps to Manage your Online Presence
  • Destination BC Road to Recovery Webinar Series
  • Destination BC: COVID-19 Update
Creative Industries
  • COVID-19 Update for the Creative Industries of BC
Hoteliers
  • Hotel Association of Canada: COVID-19: Information for Hoteliers


Manufacturing and Exports

Export Development Canada and other groups have resources and advice for manufacturers and exporters on doing business during the COVID-19 crisis.

Manufacturer and Exporter Resources
  • Export Development Canada: What Canadian Exporters Need to Know About COVID-19
  • Export Development Canada: Business Credit Availability Program
  • Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters: COVID-19 Resources


Entrepreneurial

Support offered to entrepreneurs and exporters by Export Development Canada and other groups.

Entrepreneurial Resources
  • Hubspace - Digital Economy: Rapid Response and Resiliency Program
  • Updated financing programs from the BDC
  • Export Development Canada (EDC)
  • Startup Canada’s #StartupChats


Utilities

Fortis BC, BC Hydro, Telus, and Rogers will offer special services during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Utilities Information
  • Fortis BC COVID-19 Customer Recovery Fund
  • BC Hydro COVID-19 Relief Fund
  • Telus - Helping Our Customers Stay Connected
  • Rogers offering free TV channels, global roaming and more in response to COVID-19


Banking and Insurance

Banks have compiled lists of updates and Questions and Answers to address COVID-19's impact on customers.

Banking and Insurance Resources
  • ICBC: COVID-19 Notice
  • COVID-19 and business insurance: How coverage is triggered
  • Canada’s Six Biggest Banks Take Decisive Action to Help Customers Impacted by COVID-19
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