The replacement for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit takes effect in two parts.
It’s the beginning of the COVID-19 Response Measures Act, which creates new benefits to help out of work or at home Canadians for a year.
Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB)
$500/week for up to 26 weeks per household
- If you’re unable to work for at least 50% of the week because you need to care for a child under the age of 12 or a family member due to schools, day-cares or care facilities being closed
- If you need to care for a child or family member who is sick and/or required to quarantine or is at high risk of serious health implications because of COVID-19
Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB)
$500 per week for up to a maximum of two weeks
- If you’re unable to work for at least 50% of the week you’ve contracted COVID-19
- If you need to self-isolate for reasons related to COVID-19
- If you have underlying conditions, are undergoing treatments or have contracted other sicknesses (in the opinion of a medical practitioner, nurse practitioner, person in authority, government or public health authority) that makes you more susceptible to COVID-19
The money will be paid on a weekly basis, which means you’ll need to reapply each week they’re eligible.
Taking effect next Monday, October 12th will be the Canada Recovery Benefit
$500 per week for up to 26 weeks
- If you’ve stopped working and aren’t eligible for Employment Insurance
- If you’ve had your employment/self-employment income reduced by at least 50% due to COVID-19
This money will be paid on a bi-weekly basis
You can find out how to apply for any of the benefits here
