Gov’t extends ‘Back-to-Work’ wage subsidy program
Posted September 14, 2020 12:25 pm.
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WINNIPEG – The provincial government is extending its wage subsidy program until the end of 2020.
The premier and the economic development and training minister announced the program would go on for two extra months Monday.
“The Back to Work wage subsidy is benefiting hundreds of Manitoba businesses that are bringing back employees who were laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic, and hiring more staff to boost their operations and provide valued services to Manitobans,” said Brian Pallister in a release.
Pallister and Minister Ralph Eichler also announced employers can rehire students previously hired through the Manitoba Summer Student Recovery Jobs Program, Canada Summer Job Program, or Green Team Program.
“Extending the program through the calendar year will support seasonal winter businesses and allow existing employers to use the program for a greater length of time into the holiday season,” said Eichler.
“Youth employment remains a focus of our government, and we want to give employers the flexibility to rehire summer students, which increases job creation and benefits post-secondary students and businesses alike.”
New start-up companies are also eligible to receive funding through the program so long as they have a business number.
So far, the government says the Back to Work Manitoba Initiative has received more than 800 applications from employers for 4,500 positions and $22.6 million in supports.
For anyone else wishing to apply for the program, the application deadline is Dec. 1.
