Temporary changes to Alberta employment standards

The Government of Alberta recently announced temporary changes to employment standards in response to the economic disruption of COVID-19. Some highlights include:  Creating a job-protected leave for employees caring for children affected by school and daycare closures or ill or self-isolated family members due to COVID-19  Removing the 24-hour written notice requirement for shift changes  Removing the…

CRA Online Access

Having access to your online CRA account and setting up direct deposit isrequired to access and receive many of the Covid 19 support programs.   HGA Recommends: Setting up a CRA online account can take up to several weeks, so we recommend enrolling for online access and setting up direct deposit immediately.   CRA My Business Account  To register…

Wage Subsidies

As your trusted advisor, HGA has simplified as much as possible the 2 wage subsidies that have been announced by the government.  HGA Recommends: Take advantage of the 10% wage subsidy immediately. Doing so will not impact your eligibility to use the below noted 75% wage subsidy. Eligibility:   There is NO APPLICATION NECESSARY to use the 10%…