Last updated: Mar. 28, 2021
Originally posted on March 17, 2020. The following is archived material. On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak of the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) a pandemic. The World Health Organization says everyone must play a role to stop the spread of the disease. This includes businesses and … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 28, 2021
Originally published on April 22, 2020 The way you respond to market changes can make or break your business. If there’s one business strategy that entrepreneurs tend to avoid, it’s cutting prices. Other than the regular sales that happen in the retail sector, most businesses come up with a competitive price … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 25, 2021
As we enter week 9 of the COVID-19 crisis, several provinces have taken small steps that mark the beginning of recovery and re-opening the economy. That’s a glimpse of good news for the small businesses and agricultural producers that have been hit so devastatingly hard by this outbreak. While a return … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 25, 2021
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation continues to evolve, so does our response. Since this unprecedented event began, we’ve had many conversations with FBC Members and staff. We know how deeply some of you are affected. Many of you are having to temporarily close your business, lay off staff, or take other … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 25, 2021
With growing global concerns around COVID-19 (“coronavirus”), I wanted to let you know how FBC is responding and to reaffirm our commitment to you and the entire FBC family. The health, safety and well-being of all FBC Members and employees is our top priority. We are following the lead of Canadian … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 25, 2021
The COVID-19 outbreak has required many changes to our daily lives. At FBC, our first priority is the health and safety of our employees and the Members we serve. Despite the challenge facing all of us, our teams remain committed to ensuring that all Members can file their tax returns on … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 11, 2021
The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) was established to support business owners and organizations that have not been able to access other federal emergency support measures. NEW: Businesses that are already receiving support from the RRRF could now receive up to $20,000 in additional funding if they meet the eligibility … Read more
Last updated: Mar. 11, 2021
The federal government has launched a new rent relief program for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Below is a summary of the program. What is the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy? The Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) program provides rent and mortgage support to qualifying businesses, charities and non-profits. The subsidy covers … Read more