Subsidies exist to cover part of commercial rent or property expenses.

Depending on the period you are applying for, you may be eligible to claim commercial rent or property expenses through one of the following: Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy, Tourism and Hospitality Recovery Program, or the Hardest-Hit Businesses Recovery Program.

Subsidies exist to cover part of employees' wages and hiring.

For each applicable claim period, eligible employers can claim one of the following, whichever gives the highest amount: Tourism and Hospitality Recovery Program, Hardest-Hit Businesses Recovery Program, Canada Recovery Hiring Program, and the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy.

The Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit provides $300.00 a week to eligible workers who are unable to work due to a temporary local lockdown anytime between October 24, 2021 and May 7, 2022. Applications open as soon as the federal government declares Alberta a lockdown region.

This taxable benefit provides support to employed and self-employed individuals who are unable to work because they are sick or need to self-isolate due to COVID-19, or have an underlying health condition that puts them at greater risk of getting COVID-19. Applicants can receive $500.00 before for a 1-week period, and can apply for up to a total of 6 weeks between September 27, 2020 and May 7, 2022.

Full and part-time employees can now take 14 days of unpaid job-protected leave if they are required to self-isolate, or caring for a child or dependent adult that is required to self-isolate. Employees are also provided three (3) hours of paid time to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.

Several options for accessing credit and cashflow including the Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP).

Several options for accessing credit and cashflow including the Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP).

Special measures and changes have been made to the program to provide support during COVID-19.

With more funding, Prairies Economic Development Canada may be able to help you navigate various federal support programs for COVID-19.

Through the Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV), bridge financing will be available for larger companies with annual revenue of $300 million or higher who are seeking financing of $60 million or more.

Through your financial institution, access federal government guaranteed, low-interest loans, ranging from $25,000.00 to $1,000,000.00 for operational cash flow needs.

Apply for either the Grow Your Business Online grant or the Boost Your Business Technology grant for funding that will help you adopt digital technologies, take advantage of e-commerce opportunities and create a plan for your businesses' digital needs.

The Strategic Innovation Fund supports Canada's innovation ecosystem by providing businesses with funding for various innovation-advancing projects.

Businesses can earn investment tax credit, income tax deductions or refunds through the SR&ED program when undertaking research and development activities.

Funding from the federal government for businesses and organizations to help create jobs and facilitate growth including dedicated funding for businesses created after January 2020.

Funding for businesses in Indigenous communities that are not eligible for other federal supports and have been impacted by COVID-19.

A refundable tax credit at a credit rate of up to 30% for film, television and other on-screen productions in Alberta.

This program provides funding for new or expanded petrochemical facilities that are operational.

Find support for adopting or developing clean technology innovations that reduce GHG emissions and promote energy innovations.

FCC has increased lending capacity, and customers can apply for COVID-19 support.

Eligible agricultural and horticultural businesses and services can apply for a grant to offset the costs of COVID-19 training and ensuring safety protocols are in place for new domestically-hired employees. Applications are expected to open soon.

A Government of Alberta service to Albertans with temporary, essential positions in the agriculture and agri-food industry.

This taxable benefit provides households $500.00 for a 1-week period for employed and self-employed individuals who are unable to work because they must care for their child under 12 years old or a family member who needs supervised care. You may apply up to a total of 26 weeks between September 27, 2020 and October 23, 2021, and must apply each week.

Canadian banks have committed to work with their customers on a case-by-case basis to find solutions to help them manage hardships caused by COVID-19.

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant allows employers to access up to $300,000 in funding from the government each fiscal year to train present or future employees.

The AAIP connects businesses with the skilled employees they need by allowing foreign workers to work in Alberta and apply for permanent residency.