COVID-19 UPDATES AND RESOURCES!

We are watching the COVID-19 situation closely and postponing events as needed.
This page offers updates and links to resources for your business to cope with COVID-19.
For a limited time, BWA Online Roundtable Event recordings are available to watch online.

UPDATES

BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP: WSIB Portal for Reimbursement of Paid Infectious Disease Emergency Leave June 2, 2021

BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP: WSIB Portal for Reimbursement of Paid Infectious Disease Emergency Leave June 2, 2021

Information Supplied by Sherrard Kuzz LLP – June 2nd, 2021 If you would like to receive these and other updates […].. Read More →
Ontario Government: H&S Workplace Inspectors – Construction Site Blitz

Ontario Government: H&S Workplace Inspectors – Construction Site Blitz

Workplace Inspectors to Visit 1,300 Construction Sites Beginning This Week Targeted Health and Safety Blitz Focuses on Keeping Workers Safe […].. Read More →
Selling Skills for the 21st Century

Selling Skills for the 21st Century

When it is time to build your pipeline of prospects, what is a common challenge that comes to mind? Is […].. Read More →
MOH – Provincewide Shutdown Summary & Update

MOH – Provincewide Shutdown Summary & Update

Enhancing Public Health and Workplace Safety Measures in the Provincewide Shutdown Click here to download. The information contained the document […].. Read More →
BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP: Ontario Declares Provincial Emergency: January 14th, 2021

BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP: Ontario Declares Provincial Emergency: January 14th, 2021

Information Supplied by Sherrard Kuzz LLP – January 4th, 2021 If you would like to receive these and other updates […].. Read More →
Forest Sector Safety Measures Fund – Offset costs for COVID-19 safety

Forest Sector Safety Measures Fund – Offset costs for COVID-19 safety

BWA members are eligible for the Forest Sector Safety Measures Fund to offset costs for COVID-19 safety. This is provincial […].. Read More →
BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP: New COVID-19 Obligations in Place for Toronto Workplaces: January 4th, 2021

BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP: New COVID-19 Obligations in Place for Toronto Workplaces: January 4th, 2021

Information Supplied by Sherrard Kuzz LLP – January 4th, 2021 If you would like to receive these and other updates […].. Read More →
BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP: Ontario Orders Province-wide Shutdown Effective December 26

BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP: Ontario Orders Province-wide Shutdown Effective December 26

Information Supplied by Sherrard Kuzz LLP – December 23rd, 2020 If you would like to receive these and other updates […].. Read More →
Ontario Government – COVID-19 Response Framework: Keeping Ontario Safe and Open — Lockdown Measures

Ontario Government – COVID-19 Response Framework: Keeping Ontario Safe and Open — Lockdown Measures

The Ontario Government has posted a reference document online that outlines their COVID-19 Response Framework. Click here to read more […].. Read More →
BWA Export Roundtable Event Series Exporting into the U.S.

BWA Export Roundtable Event Series Exporting into the U.S.

October 28th, 2020 saw the BWA host our Export Round Table Event that included BWA members as well as presentations from Gwenaële Montagner […].. Read More →
Woodworking Technology Days – Mississauga – OCT 22nd, 23rd, 24th

Woodworking Technology Days – Mississauga – OCT 22nd, 23rd, 24th

In a year of cancelled trade shows and industry events, a unique, ‘in-person’ (NOT virtual!), event will be taking place […].. Read More →
BWA Online Roundtable Event – Mental Health First Aid

BWA Online Roundtable Event – Mental Health First Aid

First responder and Mental Health professional Jake Mitchell joined us on July 15th. He shared up-to-date information on best practices […].. Read More →
IoT in a Box Co-op Program

IoT in a Box Co-op Program

  An exciting new program & budget-friendly way to start your IoT initiative. This is a student work placement developed to improve […].. Read More →
BWA Newsletter – Health & Safety and COVID-19 Best Practices

BWA Newsletter – Health & Safety and COVID-19 Best Practices

MANY IN THE WOOD INDUSTRY HAVE PIVOTED QUICKLY AND ADOPTED A NEW “NORMAL” FOR DAILY OPERATIONS. What do COVID-19 best practices look like for the wood […].. Read More →
BWA Newsletter – Economist Forecast & Leadership Skills

BWA Newsletter – Economist Forecast & Leadership Skills

BWA takes a high-level look at economic activity and launches a 12-part Leadership Series and continues with Online Sales Training! […].. Read More →
ExportON!: Opportunities in Latin America

ExportON!: Opportunities in Latin America

The Ontario government remains committed to creating opportunities for the business community to help them remain strong and get back […].. Read More →
Digital Prospecting: An essential practice in an online world – but which method to employ?

Digital Prospecting: An essential practice in an online world – but which method to employ?

It is perhaps safe to say how we interact online in business is now the new normal for the foreseeable future. […].. Read More →
BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP – MAY 11TH, 2020

BRIEFING NOTE FROM SHERRARD KUZZ LLP – MAY 11TH, 2020

Briefing Note #6 (updated to May 8, 2020) – COVID-19 – Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Employers.  If you […].. Read More →
BWA Newsletter – Staying aligned with updates!

BWA Newsletter – Staying aligned with updates!

By popular demand, April 29th saw the Bluewater Wood Alliance bring back a recap and status update on the Emergency Response Act (ERA) as well a document […].. Read More →
Briefing Note from Sherrard Kuzz LLP – May 6th, 2020

Briefing Note from Sherrard Kuzz LLP – May 6th, 2020

Dear Clients and Friends, On May 6, 2020, the Ontario government announced the emergency orders made under the Emergency Management […].. Read More →
Health and Safety Association Guidance Documents for Workplaces During the Pandemic

Health and Safety Association Guidance Documents for Workplaces During the Pandemic

Health and Safety Association Guidance Documents for Workplaces During the COVID-19 Outbreak Published Online: April 30, 2020, 1:00 P.M.Office of […].. Read More →
BWA Online Roundtable COVID-19 Events Recap!

BWA Online Roundtable COVID-19 Events Recap!

April 15th, wood manufacturing businesses, suppliers, community partners all came together for a large online roundtable discussion to talk about the C.E.R.B, wage subsidy, legislation, essential businesses, and what framework companies can operate […].. Read More →
COVID-19: Feds announce 75 per cent rent reduction for small businesses impacted by virus

COVID-19: Feds announce 75 per cent rent reduction for small businesses impacted by virus

COVID-19: Feds announce a 75 percent rent reduction for small businesses impacted by the virus. Published April 24th, 2020 National […].. Read More →
Emergency Wage Subsidy – Updates & Helpful Information

Emergency Wage Subsidy – Updates & Helpful Information

The government updated the CEWS website today, adding new information. To visit click here: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/subsidy/emergency-wage-subsidy.html... Read More →
#eTail Digital Summit – Online 2-Day Event

#eTail Digital Summit – Online 2-Day Event

Etail Canada is hosting a free online event – Digital Summit: Retail Disruption and the Future of eCommerce. The Summit runs on […].. Read More →
Fundica – Help navigate the COVID-19 Funding Options

Fundica – Help navigate the COVID-19 Funding Options

Fundica has released a report with useful infographics that can help navigate the COVID-19 funding options. Although the report was released […].. Read More →
Article – Privacy Considerations When COVID-19 Identified In The Workplace

Article – Privacy Considerations When COVID-19 Identified In The Workplace

Privacy Considerations When COVID-19 Identified In The Workplace   originally published on 17 March 2020 by Stephen D. Burns and J. Sébastien Gittens – […].. Read More →
Article – COVID-19 Insurance Considerations: Is My Business Covered?

Article – COVID-19 Insurance Considerations: Is My Business Covered?

COVID-19 Insurance Considerations: Is My Business Covered? Originally Published on by Justin M. Jakubiak – Fogler, Rubinoff LLP – 30 March […].. Read More →
Article – COVID-19 insurance scams appearing, may spread

Article – COVID-19 insurance scams appearing, may spread

COVID-19 insurance scams appearing, may spread Originally Published on Sat, Mar 28th, 2020 08:15 am   New York insurers urge […].. Read More →
Wage subsidy – Question & Answer

Wage subsidy – Question & Answer

** This is not legal advice. Please consult with counsel** Question from BWA Member: I can’t figure out if this […].. Read More →
EDC’s Resource List

EDC’s Resource List

In March, the federal government announced a $65 billion program to support Canadian businesses facing economic challenges due to COVID-19. […].. Read More →
BWA – Challenging times met with new online connectivity

BWA – Challenging times met with new online connectivity

In recent weeks, we have all seen the rapid and devastating effects of the COVID-19 virus and its impact on […].. Read More →
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Awareness resources

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Awareness resources

The government of Canada has developed downloadable resources for employers to print out and distribute in the workplace. Helpful resources […].. Read More →
COVID-19 COLLABORATION PLATFORM – Ontario Government and Partners

COVID-19 COLLABORATION PLATFORM – Ontario Government and Partners

Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE) has developed COVID-19 COLLABORATION PLATFORM Ontario Innovators, Coming Together Visit this site by following this […].. Read More →
Canada Emergency Response Benefit – Quick Link

Canada Emergency Response Benefit – Quick Link

Canada Emergency Response Benefit – Click here to learn more about If you or your employees have stopped working because […].. Read More →
Deferral of GST/HST Tax Remittances – Quick Link to Answers to FAQ’s

Deferral of GST/HST Tax Remittances – Quick Link to Answers to FAQ’s

Deferral of GST/HST Tax Remittances (COVID-19 Measures) A useful resource page for answers to frequently asked questions on the changes […].. Read More →
BWA Update – Face Shield – Free CNC Files & Funding Programs

BWA Update – Face Shield – Free CNC Files & Funding Programs

We are navigating our way through the COVID-19 crisis and beginning to get a clearer picture of what the next few […].. Read More →
Ontario’s Essential Business List – Hotline to call if you have questions

Ontario’s Essential Business List – Hotline to call if you have questions

The list of essential businesses has just been updated. In their press release, the Ontario Government noted a hotline to […].. Read More →
PETG Face Shield Production CNC Files Free to Other Manufacturers

PETG Face Shield Production CNC Files Free to Other Manufacturers

Thermwood machine owner, Bednark Studio (located in Brooklyn, New York), has engineered a disposable PETG Face Shield for health care […].. Read More →
Government of Canada – Calling all suppliers

Government of Canada – Calling all suppliers

Calling all suppliers – Help Canada combat Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Attention! Are you a business that can supply products and […].. Read More →
What small businesses need to know about the government’s COVID-19 hardship measures – National Post

What small businesses need to know about the government’s COVID-19 hardship measures – National Post

An article on what small businesses need to know about the government’s COVID-19 hardship measures | Financial Post https://business.financialpost.com/personal-finance/taxes/heres-what-small-businesses-need-to-know-about-the-covid-19-wage-subsidy-program.. Read More →
Covid-19 Information Sheet – Employers can keep on hand for employees

Covid-19 Information Sheet – Employers can keep on hand for employees

Ontario Ministry of Health has released a Covid-19 Information Sheet – Employers can keep on hand for employees. Click here […].. Read More →
what small businesses need to know about the government’s COVID-19 hardship measures – Financial Post

what small businesses need to know about the government’s COVID-19 hardship measures – Financial Post

Here’s what small businesses need to know about the government’s COVID-19 hardship measures | Financial Post https://business.financialpost.com/personal-finance/taxes/heres-what-small-businesses-need-to-know-about-the-covid-19-wage-subsidy-program.. Read More →
National Research Council Canada (NRC): Seeking solutions and candidates for funding

National Research Council Canada (NRC): Seeking solutions and candidates for funding

National Research Council Canada (NRC) is reaching out to its networks and Canada’s innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), seeking innovative solutions and candidates for […].. Read More →
Government introduces Canada Emergency Response Benefit to help workers and businesses

Government introduces Canada Emergency Response Benefit to help workers and businesses

Government introduces Canada Emergency Response Benefit to help workers and businesses From: Department of Finance Canada Originally Posted March 25th, […].. Read More →
NGEN – Investing $50 million in Supercluster Funding

NGEN – Investing $50 million in Supercluster Funding

Today, Next Generation Manufacturing Canada announced it would invest $50 million in Supercluster funding to support companies as they rapidly […].. Read More →
Stop the Spread – Business Information Hotline

Stop the Spread – Business Information Hotline

The province has launched a toll-free line 1-888-444-3659 to provide support to Ontario businesses who have questions about the province’s […].. Read More →
Deloitte article : The heart of resilient leadership: Responding to COVID-19 A guide for senior executives

Deloitte article : The heart of resilient leadership: Responding to COVID-19 A guide for senior executives

The heart of resilient leadership: Responding to COVID-19A guide for senior executives. written by Punit Renjen Deloitte article – posted 16 March […].. Read More →
BWA and COVID-19 Response

BWA and COVID-19 Response

As the COVID-19 situation evolves, the BWA has taken several steps to assist members.  We have posted links to government services […].. Read More →

ONLINE BUSINESS RESOURCES

Government of Canada

Government of Canada

During this extraordinary time, the Government of Canada is taking strong action to help Canadian businesses as COVID-19 is affecting […].. Read More →
Business Development Bank of Canada

Business Development Bank of Canada

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is offering support for entrepreneurs impacted by the coronavirus COVID-19. They stand ready to support companies […].. Read More →
Export Development Canada

Export Development Canada

Under the federal government’s new Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP), Export Development Canada(EDC) and the Business Development Bank of Canada […].. Read More →
Ontario Government

Ontario Government

The Ontario Government offers up-to-date news on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ontario. Learn how the Ministry of Health is helping […].. Read More →