As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic the Amherst & Area Chamber of Commerce is using this space as a bulletin board for business on COVID – 19 related information and links.
Province of Nova Scotia coronavirus COVID_19 information page:
In order to stay up to date to be aware of developments and how to protect yourself, your customers and your employees. The Province of Nova Scotia coronavirus information page is a good source of information for all. https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/
In order to stay up to date to be aware of developments and how to protect yourself, your customers and your employees. The Province of Nova Scotia coronavirus information page is a good source of information for all. https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/
Interesting Facts:
- Testing only works if you have symptoms. Prior to symptoms showing up the test doesn’t work. If you think you have the symptoms of coronavirus call 811.
Important Links:
At present (March 17, 2020 2:00 pm) the Government of Canada has announced its initial support program for entrepreneurs impacted by the coronavirus COVID-19. Details are available by following the link: https://www.bdc.ca/en/pages/special-support.aspx?special-initiative=covid19.
The following information is available for employers and employees:
Employer responsibilities: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/notices/coronavirus.html#h2.2.1
EI for employees laid off due to business disruption: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/notices/coronavirus.html
