COVID-19
We understand how devastating this pandemic is on your business and we also recognize there is a lot of information out there to navigate and so we're here to help. Our team is monitoring and gathering information from credible sources so you can find what you need, all in one place.
For Business
- ATB BoostR Crowdfunding platform;
- Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA)
- Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy
- CFSEA COVID-19 Response Fund - Organizations can apply here.
- COVID-19 Support for Business
- Co-Lending Program
- CRA Request for Taxpayer Relief Form
- Deloitte Small Business Relief Search Tool
- Employment Insurance Sickness benefits
- Expanded Work Sharing Program to avoid layoffs
- Government of Canada Business and Industry Search Tool
- Government of Canada - Federal Economic Response Plan
- Highly Affected Sector Credit Availability Program
- Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility
- Mid-Market Finance Program
- Regional Relief and Recovery Fund - AWE
- Regional Relief and Recovery Fund - Entre-Corp
- Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant
- Travel Alberta Tourism Investment Program
For individuals
Government of Alberta COVID-19 Publications by Industry
Agriculture/Agrifood
- Agribusiness Supports and Information
- Alberta Farm Animal Care Resources
- Beef Cattle Research Council COVID-19 Resources
- Canadian Agriculture Human Resource Council: Information and Tips on COVID-19
- Canadian Cattlemen's Association COVID-19 Resources
- Canadian Federation of Agriculture: Resources on COVID-19
- CCOHS Agriculture Tips
- Food Processing
- Information for Industry - Government of Canada
Construction Services
- Cement and Concrete Industry: Concrete Canada’s best practice health and safety guidelines for employees in the cement and concrete industry.
- Complimentary COVID-19 safety certification for construction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Mining
- Transportation
Restaurants and Food Services
- Food & Consumer Products of Canada
- Restaurants and Food Services - Restaurants Canada
- Guidance document for re-opening
Retail
Toolkits and Checklists
- Alberta Prepares: Pandemic Influenza Business Checklist
- Alberta Employer's toolkit for vaccination
- BBB Tips on COVID-19: Don't panic, be safe and avoid scams
- Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety Pandemic Tip Sheets
- OHS Obligations and Consent Forms for Relaunch
- Printable Resources and Downloads and Help Prevent the Spread Information Posters
- Quick Restart Guide for Employers
- Service Canada - COVID-19 Information Resources for Businesses
- Workplace Recovery Toolkit
- Road to Retail Recovery Playbook
- Working from Home During a Pandemic
- Working Virtually - Checklist & Tips
Websites
- Business Vaccine Guidance and Resources
- Canadian Chamber of Commerce: Canadian Business Resilience Network
- Export Development Canada COVID 19 Programs
- Government of Alberta Workplace guidance: Alberta BizConnect
- Legal Support for Small Businesses in Alberta Impacted by COVID-19
News and Updates
- City of Medicine Hat Covid 19 Updates
- COVID-19 Support for Albertans
- COVID-19 Statistics in Alberta
- COVID-19 Status Map
- Government of Alberta - Covid-19: Information for Albertans, Current Situation and What's New
- Government of Alberta livestreams and video highlights
- Government of Alberta News feeds
- Government of Alberta News feeds
- Government of Alberta livestreams and video highlights
- Government of Canada - Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre: Covid 19 Fraud
- Government of Canada - COVID-19: Updates and information
- Government of Canada - Federal Economic Response Plan
- Service Canada - COVID-19 Information Resources
Health Resources
- ABTrace Together App: download for free from the App Store and Google Play
- BDC: How to protect your mental health in a crisis
- Canadian Mental Health Association Supports
- COVID-19 self-assessment
- Health Link 811
- How to Improve Well-Being At Work (Stress and Burnout Management)
- Mental Health 101
- Suicide Bereavement Counselling Subsidy Program
Child Care
- Child Care During COVID-19
- LearnAlberta.ca;
- Child Care Lookup
- My Child's Learning: A Parent Resource;
- RBC Future Launch at Home - youth-focused virtual programming and learning opportunities.
- Resources to help kids Learn from home
Jump Start Your Business
Every business needs a little help getting started. Use these resources to push your businesses to the next level.
Security
Keep on Speed Dial
Business Services
Permits and Licensing
- BizPal.ca - Find the permits and licences you need for your business
- Centre for Regulatory Innovation
City of Medicine Hat Business License Process
City of Medicine Hat Home Based Business License Process - City of Medicine Hat Planning & Development Services
- Government Regulations
- BusinessLink: Market Research Expertise
- Canada Business App
- Constant Contact: Small Business Support Kit
- Digital Boost for Business
- Ebay Offer
- Facebook Business Suite
- Google My Business - Tips to get started
- Google - Startups Accelerator Canada
- Get Started with Google Search
- Instagram and Instagram Shops
- Medicine Hat Chamber - Search Engine Optimization
- Miro - Workplace Collaboration Tool
- Ownr - Register and Incorporate your business online
- Shopify: Free 90 day trial and business resources
- Star-Plus: Delivery, E-Commerce and POS Solution
Alberta Economic Development, Trade and Tourism
Alberta Export Expansion Package
Business Development Bank of Canada
Canadian Trade Commissioner Service: Prairies and NWT Regional Office
Creative Export Canada
Export Development Canada
Export Readiness Quiz
Export Readiness Micro-Voucher Program
Export Support Fund
Trade Commissioner Service Step-by-Step Guide to Exporting
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
Fill Up on Funding
There is billions of funding available for businesses each year. You can power up your business by taking advantage of what is available.
Agriculture
Agribusiness Resources
Film and Television
Film and Television Tax Credit
Natural Resources
Funding for Green Jobs in Natural Resources
Site Rehabilitation Program for Oil and Gas Service Companies
Research and Development
Innovative Solutions Canada Funding for R & D and testing prototypes
Organizations that offer grants
- Alberta Innovates
- Alberta Enterprise Corporation (AEC) venture capital
- ATB BoostR
- CanExport for Business
- City of Medicine Hat Grants
- Canadian Agriculture Partnership
- Community Economic Development Grants & Funding
- Emissions Reduction Alberta Funding
Specific Grants
- Canada-Alberta Job Grant
- Community Initiatives Program
- Creative Export Canada Funding
- Enabling Accessibility Fund
- Energy Savings for Business
- GoRemoteNOW Program for Employees with Disabilities
- Innovation Employment Grant
- Strategic Innovation Fund
- Venture for Canada student internship funding
- Wage Subsidies for Workplace Training
- Wage Subsidies to hire Post-Secondary Students
- Youth Employment and Skills Strategy
Currently Closed
Fuel Your Workforce
Whether you are looking for work, looking to hire, or looking to train, these resources provide you with the connections to grow your workforce
Employment Resources
- Alberta Agriculture & Forestry Job Connector
- Canada Summer Employment Program
- Step up to the plate — Help feed Canadians
- Work Sharing Program
- Youth Employment and Skills Program
- Youth Employment and Skills Strategy
Canada Summer Employment Program (Closed for 2020)
Career Focus (Currently Closed)
Careers Next Gen
Employer Labour Toolkit
Employment Standards
Federal Student Work Experience Program
Retain and Gain: Career Management for Small Business Playbook
Power of Community
We are all better when we work together. Take advantage of the many organizations created to help support your business.
Media
Alberta Film Commission Resource Directory
Tourism and Travel
Travel Alberta
Gauge Your Market
Data is vital to any business. Here are the resources you can use to compare, market, or explore.
View the City of Medicine Hat imap tool
View the City of Medicine Hat Major Projects Map
Click HERE to view the Alberta Regional Dashboard to view stats about a specific community
Click HERE to view Invest Alberta information and updates
Click HERE to view Medicine Hat Statistics
Click HERE to view Medicine Hat Opportunities
Request a Market Research Report from the Business Link
Market Research Report- Obtain a Free Copy of an Industry Specific Report
Report on Southeast Alberta- Medicine Hat News
Vital Conversations Report Back to the Community- Community Foundation of Southeast Alberta
Click HERE to view Facts on Alberta
Click HERE to view the Alberta Economic Dashboard
Click HERE to view Alberta Economy & Statistics
Click HERE to view Alberta Statistics and Publications
Click HERE to view Alberta Economic Highlights
Click HERE for the Alberta Municipal Financial Indicator Graphs
Click HERE for the Alberta Municipal Measurement Index
Click HERE to view Alberta Small Business Highlights
Click HERE to view Alberta Inventory of Major Projects
Click HERE to view Alberta Labour Market Information
Click HERE to view the Alberta Tourism Industry Dashboard
Click HERE to view Alberta Tourism Market Monitor
Sign up to receive updates for the Canadian Agriculture Partnership HERE.
Sign up to receive the Business Link Connector HERE.
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