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Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB)
Temporary income support during lockdowns
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 300
Timeline
- Closing date : May 18, 2022
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
The Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit provided temporary income support during designated COVID-19 lockdown periods. Eligible individuals could receive $300 ($270 after taxes withheld) for each 1-week period, for work affected by a lockdown in their region.
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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 : 300 $
- Minimum amount : 300 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 18, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- $ 5,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Income Support and Maintenance
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Social Insurance Number
- Government-issued identification
- Tax return information
- Proof of employment or self-employment income
- Supporting documents if the CRA requests validation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employed workers
- Self-employed workers
Who is not eligible
- People who could work from home
- People who received EI benefits, CRSB, CRCB, QPIP, or short-term disability benefits for the same period
- People self-isolating or quarantining due to international travel, except in specified exceptions
- People who quit, voluntarily stopped working, refused reasonable work, or failed to resume self-employment without a reasonable cause
Eligible geographic areas
- Designated regions in Alberta
- Designated regions in British Columbia
- Designated regions in Manitoba
- Designated regions in New Brunswick
- Designated regions in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Designated regions in the Northwest Territories
- Designated regions in Nova Scotia
- Designated regions in Nunavut
- Designated regions in Ontario
- Designated regions in Prince Edward Island
- Designated regions in Quebec
- Designated regions in Yukon
Processing and Agreement
- The CRA verifies eligibility after application submission
- Additional information may be requested for validation
- Applicants found ineligible must repay amounts received
- Intentional fraudulent claims may lead to consequences
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB). 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 Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB)?
The Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit provided temporary income support during designated COVID-19 lockdown periods. Eligible individuals could receive $300 ($270 after taxes withheld) for each 1-week period, for work affected by a lockdown in their region.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) Funds up to $300 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) program?
To be eligible for the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) program, you must:
Resided in Canada
Valid SIN required
Work affected by a designated lockdown region
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB)?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) available?
The Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB)?
Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB) is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)