On May 25, 2020 the Government of Canad updated their Covid-19 response page to provide information on wage supports for research. It includes:
Support for universities and health research institutes
“We are providing wage support for up to 75% of wages for individuals working in universities and health institutes, for a maximum of $847 per week per employee.”
Covering eligible costs to maintain research activities
“We are covering up to 75% of total eligible costs for research activities, and will support activities such as the safe storage of dangerous substances, and restarting data sets that were interrupted during the pandemic.”