COVIT-19 General financial support
Without a specific scheme to support renters, you should still be aware of general support that might be available to you. Here are some of the support packages that have been announced:
The Emergency Care Benefit will provide a bi-weekly payment of
$900 for up to 15 weeks, for those that are eligible. The Canada Child Benefit is being increased by $300 per child for
2019-2020.
Payments owed to the Canadian Revenue Agency
can be deferred until August 31st with no penalty.
Those with student loan payments can receive a
six-month interest free reprieve.
The federal government’s website has the latest
information about these measures, and information on how to apply. Check your
province’s website for information on provincial support.