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Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)

Canada Emergency Response Benefit starts on April 6, 2020. For more information, go to Apply for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit with CRA.

Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB): Provides $500/week for up to 16 weeks for workers, small business owners and entrepreneurs who are not receiving a paycheque as a result of COVID-19.
There are two ways to apply:
  1. Online with CRA My Account
  2. Over the phone with an automated phone service