Canadians seeking financial help due to the pandemic may have been eligible for one of three recovery benefits provided by the Federal Government. These programs have ended as of May 7, 2022.

Details of each program are as follows:

1.  Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB)

The CWLB was a temporary income support program that provided $300 ($270 after taxes withheld) for each 1-week period for employed and self-employed people whose work was directly impacted by government-imposed lockdowns. It was only available in regions where a lockdown was designated.

Applications can only be made for open CWLB periods, up to 60 days after each period has ended.The CWLB closed to retroactive applications on May 19, 2022. You can no longer apply for this benefit. Visit the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit website for more information.

2.  Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB)

The CRSB provided $500 ($450 after taxes withheld) per week for workers who were sick or had to self-isolate for reasons related to COVID-19.

Applications can only be made for open CRSB periods, up to 60 days after each period has ended. The last period was period 84 (May 1 to 7, 2022) which was open for application until July 6, 2022. You can no longer apply for this benefit. Click here for more information.

3.  Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB)

The CRCB provided $500 per week ($450 after taxes withheld) per household  for eligible Canadians unable to work because had to care for a child under the age of 12 or family member because schools, day-cares or care facilities were closed due to COVID-19 or because the child or family member was sick and/or required to quarantine.

Applications can only be made for open CRCB periods, up to 60 days after each period has ended. The last period was period 84 (May 1 to 7, 2022) which was open for application until July 6, 2022. You can no longer apply for this benefit. Click here for more info on the CRCB.

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