Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (portal) has been EXTENDED until March 31st, 2021 or while funds remain. Funds are limited and on a first come first served basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Also please make sure you have the appropriate documents available to help the application process move quickly. The link to access the portal (starting Oct. 19th) can be found HERE.
If you have questions regarding this program, please contact CBDC Western staff.
Tourism PEI
Tourism PEI is waiving fees for the 2021 season in an effort to support tourism operators impacted by COVID-19. The fees that will be waived include accommodation licensing fees for existing and new applicants, highway signage fees for existing signed operations and Canada Select star rating program fees. All tourism operators must be inspected and have a license. To apply for a licence and update your tourism services for 2021, visit Tourism PEI 2021 Form.
CEBA
Businesses Using A Personal Banking Account Can Now Apply For CEBA
As first announced by Prime Minister Trudeau at Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM & Convention on Monday, businesses that use personal bank accounts to operate may now apply for a CEBA loan. Contact your primary financial institution to apply.
Innovation PEI
More Funding for Island Businesses
Innovation PEI is temporarily increasing funding to eight programs to support PEI businesses impacted by COVID-19.
The programs that are being adjusted focus on business investment in the areas of planning, capital investments, marketing and promotion activities. Click Here for More Info!
Rural Jobs Initiative
New funding will help provide up to 200 more jobs in rural PEI. The program cover 75% of wages for 14 weeks and is open to private businesses and not-for-profits. For details and to apply please visit: Rural Job Initiative, or contact the Community Development Officer at your local Rural Action Centre. Click Here!
Canada Life Business Boost Program To Give 12 Small Businesses Across Canada A One-Time Grant Of $10,000
Recognizing that small businesses are facing adversity during COVID-19 and
that many are facing significant challenges and struggling to keep their doors open, this week, Canada Life announced its Business Boost program to provide small businesses with financial support that could help make all the difference. Canada Life is offering 12, one-time grants of $10,000. Applications are due November 12. Apply Now!
Fund for Gender Equality
Community Foundation of PEI takes part in new Fund for Gender Equality$120,000 in funding available in PEI for charities advancing gender equality Community Foundation of Canada
