More than a month after announcing an employment benefit during the COVID-19 pandemic, the B.C. government is set to open applications on May 1.
The B.C. Emergency Benefit for Workers is a one-time, tax-free $1,000 payment for people who have been unable to work as a result of the crisis. “This benefit is further help for British Columbians who are worried about paying their bills and making ends meet,” said Finance Minister Carole James in a news release. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] “During these uncertain times, we want to get through this together by helping displaced workers support themselves and their families.” Most people who are eligible for the federal Canada Emergency Response