COVID-19 Recovery
The Economic Development department is committed to working closely with local businesses and partners to support economic recovery in Oakville.
Ontario to Require Proof of Vaccination in Select Settings
As of September 22, 2021, Ontarians will need to be fully vaccinated and provide their proof of vaccination along with photo ID to access certain public settings and facilities.
Dr. Hamidah Meghani, Halton's Medical Officer of Health, recommneds all local employers have a workplace COVID-19 vaccination policy.
For workplaces with more than 100 workers physically present, Halton Region Public Health requires mandatory COVID-19 safety plan and vaccination policies in place by September 22, 2021. See Instructions for the Medical Officer of Health for more information.
For more information, visit halton.ca
Ontario is currently in Step Three of the Roadmap to Reopen. The Provincial government is pausing the exit from the Roadmap. The Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts will continue to monitor the data to determine when it is safe to exit the Roadmap.
For questions regarding impacts to your business or employment, call Ontario's Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659.
Access financial support
Learn more about rent relief, wage subsidies, and access to capital for pandemic recovery.
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Grow your business online
Find free web building tools, one-on-one support, and grants to grow your business.
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Oakville recovery programs
Explore one-on-one advisory services and local programs for your business.
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Source local PPE
Review a list of Ontario PPE suppliers to keep your employees and customers safe.
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Public Health Guidelines
Halton Region Public Health information on workplace safety measures.
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Small Business Recovery
Discover provincial resources available for businesses with fewer than 100 employees.
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Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS)
Canadian businesses, non-profit organizations or charities who have seen a drop in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for a subsidy to cover part of their commercial rent or property expenses.
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Canada Recovery Hiring Program (CRHP)
The Canada Recovery Hiring Program (CRHP) is now open for application.
Canadian employers who continue to be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible to apply for one of the two subsidies to cover part of your employee wages.
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