What Is the Tourism Worker Recovery Fund?

By Michael Ferguson

The tourism industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many tourism workers have lost their jobs or have seen a significant reduction in their income due to the decrease in travel and tourism. To support these workers, the Government of Canada has established the Tourism Worker Recovery Fund.

What is the Tourism Worker Recovery Fund?

The Tourism Worker Recovery Fund is a $15 million fund that provides financial support to individual workers in the tourism sector who have been adversely affected by the pandemic. The fund aims to help workers who do not qualify for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy or Employment Insurance.

Who is eligible for the fund?

Tourism workers who have lost their jobs or are experiencing a significant reduction in their income due to COVID-19 may be eligible for this fund. This includes individuals who work in accommodations, food and beverage services, transportation, travel services, and recreation and entertainment.

How can workers apply for the fund?

The application process for this fund varies depending on which province or territory you live in. Workers should visit their provincial or territorial government’s website for more information on how to apply.

What kind of financial support does this fund provide?

This fund provides financial support of up to $1,000 per applicant. The money can be used to cover expenses like groceries, rent payments, mortgage payments, utilities, and other essential expenses.

  • Groceries: Food items purchased from grocery stores
  • Rent payments: Monthly rent payment made towards leased housing
  • Mortgage payments: Monthly payment made towards paying off a home loan
  • Utilities: Electricity, water supply, sewage disposal charges paid monthly

Conclusion

The Tourism Worker Recovery Fund is a much-needed initiative by the Government of Canada to support workers in the tourism industry who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This fund will provide financial assistance to workers who are not eligible for other government programs and will help them cover their essential expenses during these challenging times. If you are a tourism worker who has lost their job or is experiencing a significant reduction in income, we encourage you to visit your provincial or territorial government’s website to see if you are eligible for this fund.