Greater Fort Erie Chamber of Commerce

Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy In his daily briefing, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau provided more details on the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy that he first announced last Friday. This subsidy replaces the initial announcement of a 10% wage supplement. The subsidy will not be based on the number of employees.  Any company, large or small, as well&helli

The Chinese community in Niagara is coming together to financially support the region's health-care system in its fight against COVID-19. Marilyn Tian, president of Business Link Media Group in Niagara Falls, said in less than a week nearly 200 people have donated more than $30,000 to Niagara Health Foundation for the procurement of medical supplies.&helli

Digital Main Street Niagara (a provincially funded initiative) is hosting two free webinars to provide professional web and social media recommendations for small businesses so they can maintain audience engagement and/or move their business activity online during COVID-19. Specific topics include: SEO & strategy tips, eCommerce development, financial assistance and quick tips for content. The&helli

The Federal Government introduced the Emergency Response Benefit to help workers and businesses. To support workers and help businesses keep their employees, the government has proposed legislation to establish the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB). This taxable benefit would provide $2,000 a month for up to four months for workers who lose their income as a result&helli