The Provincial Government today announced that it is providing business support for small and medium-sized businesses in Labrador West that were impacted by the recent wildfire.
The Labrador West Evacuation Business Stipend provides a one-time contribution of financial support to eligible businesses in Labrador City and Wabush that have been impacted as a result of the recent wildfire evacuation order.
Financial support under the program will be structured based on the number of employees:
- One time contribution of $1,500 for businesses with two to nine employees.
- One time contribution of $2,500 for businesses with 10-99 employees.
Businesses are eligible if they are physically located in Labrador City or Wabush and meet the following requirements:
- Are registered as a business with the municipality of Labrador City and/or Wabush.
- Have more than one employee, but fewer than 100.
- Operate a physical commercial location in Labrador City and/or Wabush.
To access this assistance, businesses must meet eligibility criteria and be set up as a vendor with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.
To setup your business as a vendor or to update your vendor information, please complete the following online form: https://pattern-loop.live/exec/tbs/supplier-form%3C/a%3E.%3C/p%3E
Applications for this one-time emergency financial assistance will open at 12:00 p.m. ADT on Friday, July 26, and will be available on www.gov.nl.ca.
Assistance will be provided as soon as possible once applications are received.
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“The people of Labrador exemplified teamwork and professionalism when the threat of wildfires forced the evacuation of Labrador West. Our government is stepping up with this support program to help businesses of Labrador West overcome the unexpected expenses associated with the wildfire and the associated evacuation.”
Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador
“We recognize the essential role Labrador West businesses play in their community and the negative impact the wildfires have had on their businesses. This one-time contribution will help businesses get back on track as they provide the products and services Labradorians need to get back to normal after this trying time.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
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