14 May 2020 – Temporary income support and funding for essential workers

Type of Intervention: Financial and Economic
Sectors Involved: Private Sector and Businesses
Intervention Categories: Finance policy and financial aid; Stimulus packages and financial support
Level of Jurisdiction: Prince Edward Island
Lead People/Agency: Economic Growth, Tourism and Culture Minister Matthew MacKay

Overview: Applications are now open for Island businesses and employers to apply for a temporary wage top-up for essential workers and funding to purchase health and safety protective measures in their workplaces.
Full details here: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/update-on-covid-19-support-programs

Type of Justification: No justification given