Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) applications for NPOs and charities begin today

The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) application process begins today.   Non-profits and charities that meet the requirements of the CEWS may apply for up to a 75% wage subsidy.

The CEWS can be applied through either the CRA’s MyBA system, the Represent a Client system for professional advisors etc. or a new temporary portal for which you will need to obtain a code.

1. For the MyBA system:

• Sign in to My Business Account
• Register for My Business Account

For non-profits and charities trying to understand the MyBA system, you might find this 40-minute webinar helpful.

Here are some screenshots from the MyBA.

2. Business representatives may apply using Represent a Client

• Sign in to Represent a Client Register for Represent a Client

3. For the new portal use the Web Forms application with your web access code

• Sign in to the Web Forms application Get a web access code (WAC)

It appears that all applications will be held until May 5^th.    Entities can sign up for direct deposit also. Payments should be received by May 7^th unless chosen for further verification.

Here are some links that may be helpful:

• Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)
• Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) How to Apply
• Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) After you apply.html