April 17, 2020
1) Small businesses:
$962 Million to regional development agencies and the Communities future network.
$270 Million to Futurepreneur and similar programs.
2) Energy sector:
$1.7 Billion to clean up orphan and inactive wells.
$750 Million emission reduction fund (focusing on methane).
BDC and EDC to increase the credit for middle size energy companies.
3) Arts and Sports:
$500 Million to Heritage Canada to support our artists, culture and sports sectors. This will help with job support and financing.
4) $2,000/month Canada Emergency Response Benefit:
7.5 Million payments have been made under CERB.