Join the COVID-19 Rapid Screen Program
We have partnered with the Amherst & Area Chamber of Commerce and the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness to offer FREE rapid COVID-19 testing for businesses. This simplified program is easy to navigate and report test results.
Businesses that have previously considered the CDL Rapid Workplace Testing program we also support are encouraged to reach out to us to learn about this simplified, newly implemented process.
Businesses participating will receive a decal to display at their place of business and a letter of recognition from the Province. Creating visible symbols of the prevalence of testing throughout the Nova Scotian community will aid in building consumer confidence.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Businesses that have previously considered the CDL Rapid Workplace Testing program we also support are encouraged to reach out to us to learn about this simplified, newly implemented process.
Businesses participating will receive a decal to display at their place of business and a letter of recognition from the Province. Creating visible symbols of the prevalence of testing throughout the Nova Scotian community will aid in building consumer confidence.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
June 14, 2021
The Canada Recovery Hiring Program
Retroactive to June 6, 2021, this program will provide a subsidy of up to 50% of eligible salary or wages. This is available to employers who have experienced qualifying revenue declines to help them hire more workers, increase workers hours, or increase wages. This program is designed to interact with the Wage Subsidy. As the wage subsidy rates gradually decline, employers will still be able receive maximum support from the Hiring Program this summer. For the full news release, click here.
Update on Small Business Supports
The deadline to apply for the Small Business Impact Grant 3 and the Small Business Real Property Tax Rebate is July 9, 2021.
Questions about the programs and status of applications can be sent to [email protected] for the Small Business Impact Grant 3 and [email protected] for the Small Business Real Property Tax Rebate. For more information on these supports, click here.
Contact Tracing Made Easier for Restaurant Sector
RANS in partnership with SimplyCast is providing Nova Scotian restaurants and dine-in locations with an automated, SMS check-in system. This will provide dine-in restaurants with a free service to the tracing system. Public Health will be able to access the system to track patrons to their location in order to meet restaurants’ mandatory requirement for COVID-19 contact tracing. If you are not currently using this system and would like to sign up, please click here for more information, including the sign-up form.
Savings with Efficiency Nova Scotia
Energy efficiency means more than just savings on bills - small businesses also gain a competitive advantage, with additional benefits such as: more comfortable space for employees and customers, savings on their bottom line, equipment that is more reliable, has a longer life and needs fewer repairs, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Until December 31, 2021, incentives for eligible small businesses have increased to cover up to 80% of the total project cost on select lighting and all Commercial Heating measures. Learn more about the energy efficiency upgrades available to Nova Scotia small business here
The Canada Recovery Hiring Program
Retroactive to June 6, 2021, this program will provide a subsidy of up to 50% of eligible salary or wages. This is available to employers who have experienced qualifying revenue declines to help them hire more workers, increase workers hours, or increase wages. This program is designed to interact with the Wage Subsidy. As the wage subsidy rates gradually decline, employers will still be able receive maximum support from the Hiring Program this summer. For the full news release, click here.
Update on Small Business Supports
The deadline to apply for the Small Business Impact Grant 3 and the Small Business Real Property Tax Rebate is July 9, 2021.
Questions about the programs and status of applications can be sent to [email protected] for the Small Business Impact Grant 3 and [email protected] for the Small Business Real Property Tax Rebate. For more information on these supports, click here.
Contact Tracing Made Easier for Restaurant Sector
RANS in partnership with SimplyCast is providing Nova Scotian restaurants and dine-in locations with an automated, SMS check-in system. This will provide dine-in restaurants with a free service to the tracing system. Public Health will be able to access the system to track patrons to their location in order to meet restaurants’ mandatory requirement for COVID-19 contact tracing. If you are not currently using this system and would like to sign up, please click here for more information, including the sign-up form.
Savings with Efficiency Nova Scotia
Energy efficiency means more than just savings on bills - small businesses also gain a competitive advantage, with additional benefits such as: more comfortable space for employees and customers, savings on their bottom line, equipment that is more reliable, has a longer life and needs fewer repairs, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Until December 31, 2021, incentives for eligible small businesses have increased to cover up to 80% of the total project cost on select lighting and all Commercial Heating measures. Learn more about the energy efficiency upgrades available to Nova Scotia small business here
