To help ensure that small businesses have access to the capital they need to see them through the financial challenges that have been created as a result of COVID-19, the…
Information on the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy for Businesses
UPDATE: On May 19th 2020 the Government of Canada announced that the eligibility criteria for the Canada Emergency Business Account will be expanded to include sole proprietorships, businesses paying contractors and businesses…
Virtual Meetings Support for Boards
Leading a virtual meeting can be daunting but OREA has created various resources to help you lead your next virtual meeting. Resource 1 Resource 2…
IS A REAL ESTATE VIDEOGRAPHER AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE?
OREA fought to make sure your services as REALTORS® were deemed essential by the Province. But it’s not business as usual. Real estate was deemed essential so you could continue…
How to Apply for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
As part of the Federal government’s relief plan, the government announced various financial supports to ease the burden of the COVID-19 pandemic on Canadians. On March 25, the government passed…
Williams HR Law COVID-19 Resource Site
This site provides a wealth of resources in the area of HR law. Laura Williams, Founder, and Principal of Williams HR Law has spoken at numerous OREA leadership events and…
New Ontario Annual General Meeting regulations
March 31 emergency order announced by the Ontario Government. This emergency order applies to not-for-profit corporations incorporated under the Ontario Corporations Act (CA) and gives them the ability to hold…
What Landlords Need to Know
Despite federal and provincial government supports, a prolonged COVID-19 crisis and the resultant loss of jobs and income will make it difficult for some tenants to pay their rent. As…
Financial Relief for Homeowners
Canadian homeowners who are experiencing unstable income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic have options when it comes to paying their mortgage. Canada’s big six banks announced options for…