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10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers
Temporary payroll remittance relief for employers
Last Update: April 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This temporary measure helps eligible employers reduce payroll remittances to the CRA. It covers 10% of remuneration paid from March 18 to June 19, 2020, up to $1,375 per eligible employee and $25,000 per employer.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employers.
Eligible expenses
- Payroll deductions remitted to the Canada Revenue Agency.
- Federal, provincial, or territorial income tax portion of payroll remittances.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
Additional information
- The subsidy reduces payroll remittances to the Canada Revenue Agency.
- It applies only to the federal, provincial, or territorial income tax portion of remittances.
- It is a temporary 3-month measure.
- It may be used together with the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy if eligible.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers?
This temporary measure helps eligible employers reduce payroll remittances to the CRA. It covers 10% of remuneration paid from March 18 to June 19, 2020, up to $1,375 per eligible employee and $25,000 per employer.
How much funding can be received?
10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers program?
To be eligible for the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers program, you must:
Eligible employers only.
Payroll deduction remittances.
Income tax remittance portion.
Who can I contact for more information about the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers available?
The 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers program is available across Canada.
Is the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers a grant, loan, or tax credit?
10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers?
10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)