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CERB

Trudeau Says Making CERB Universal Isn’t As ‘Simple’ As It Sounds

Basic income advocates have been calling on the government to make the CERB universal.
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Canadians Ineligible For Emergency Benefits Told To Keep Waiting

“We expect people to apply for the programs for which they qualify," the prime minister said.
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To Cheat Or Not To Cheat? That Is The CERB Question.

The answer seems to depend on who you ask.
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CERB Call Centre Volunteer Applauds Kindness Of Canadians

Almost two million Canadians have applied for the emergency response benefit.
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Canadians Who Don't Qualify For CERB Are Scared They'll Fall Through Cracks

The Trudeau government has been pushed to bring in universal basic income amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Albertans Criticize ‘Bridge To Nowhere’ Provincial Support Program

Jason Kenney promised financial support, but many Albertans couldn’t access the application.
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Students Left Out Of Emergency Benefits Look For Federal Support

Justin Trudeau said help is on the way for students currently ineligible for the CERB.
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1/3 Of Canada's Jobless Get Nothing From New Benefits System: Report

A new report from the CCPA is calling on the government to "tweak" its benefits scheme for the unemployed.
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What COVID-19 Financial Assistance Do You Qualify For?

Emergency benefits and employment insurance and subsidies — there’s a lot to unpack.
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How To Apply For CERB, Canada’s New $2,000 Emergency Response Benefit

If you've lost your job because of COVID-19, this is another option alongside EI.
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