Update April 2: How to Apply for Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)

(Please check the lecture titled "Update April 16: Eligibility REVISED - Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)" posted April 16, 2020, which has the latest update on eligibility for CERB.)
The Government has updated information regarding CERB application. This video provides a summary of the application process.
To access governmental resources directly, please use the following links.
1. CRA instructions on how to Apply: www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agen...
2. Latest Government Update (CERB): www.canada.ca/en/services/ben...
3. Create CRA My Account: www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agen...
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0:02 How to apply for Canada Emergency Response Benefit and Disclaimer
0:54 How are you going to apply for C.E.R.B.?
2:30 Determine what is the time period for which you are applying for benefits
4:15 Choose that day for your application based on the month of your birth
7:20 Conclusion
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[@YouCounsel]

Please check the lecture titled "Update April 16: Eligibility REVISED - Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)" posted April 16, 2020, which has the latest update on eligibility for CERB.

[@DJ_r0n1n]

I jsut want to say thank you for the very direct and informative video in regards to CERB, I found more information on my isolated situation and am very glad I found your channel and videos

[@YouCounsel]

I am grateful for your supportive comment.

[@DJ_r0n1n]

@@YouCounsel You're welcome! it sucks that I have to forfeit my measly $257/week EI to claim CERB, but thems the rules, can't claim both

[@alcirvogel8672]

Thanks and Congrats!!!

[@mrcaution812]

Thank you for those concise and informative video. Now if the government could explain things this well, we'd be better off. Salam brother.

[@YouCounsel]

Thank you for your kind words; I appreciate it. The video is really a summary. Government website has more information though.

[@hazeleyeshypnotize01]

@@YouCounsel Yes but you are explaining it so that we can understand it. It gets overwhelming and confusing. Lol

[@petty5506]

Hi, when i register myself to CRA its says error at the end i dont know why i never fill tex in canada becouse im now i land in canada july 2019, so yesterday i recived in my bank account set up direct deposite what means ?? Its means i done and again after 4 hour i recived an email too.

[@Gerry6366]

I have been trying for 2 hours tryng to get info about the fact that I have not received my T4 slips so that I can fill my income tax report; all I get is the run around.

[@darshiliyanage9429]

Very helpful thx

[@jessemingo6530]

man i need help - i need to change my address but im struggling to complete the process. Can anyone help?

[@yashgandhi3586]

Hello Sir, Just wanted to know My wife has been living and studying in Canada for last 2 years and she started her first job in Canada in a Dental clinic From Feb 24, 2020 and worked couple of weeks around 65 Hrs in total until March 09,2020. After that her employer had to close the clinic due to Covid19. She doesn’t have 5K income from anywhere in 2019. Is she eligible for CERB.? Your help is greatly appreciated.

[@harryharvi4693]

I worked on Monday March 30 , that was my last day, am I still eligible for the 14 day period? Btw: you’re amazing and I’m truly thankful for your service!

[@YouCounsel]

Thank you for your kind words. I believe it is 13 days from March 31 to April 12. so a day short for the first 4-weeks period??

[@YungZ905]

Hi I lost my login information, can you please direct me where i can retrieve this information?

[@unknown-os5ez]

Very very nicely explained for everything’s how you get benefit related vivid 19 I like it ? And I also recommend for turbotax

[@rajinderarora4948]

Hello Sir My Daughter visit Canada on study permit in 2018, She is returned India after 8 months Now she is in India Can She apply Under Can+ program ?

[@effortlessawareness8778]

If I already applied for EI due to Quarantine after May 15 and my application status is under review, Have my banking info updated in both CRA and MYSERVcan and I meet all the qualifications etc for CERB, Do I do anything ? How will I know Ive been switched over to CERB and dont need to reapply? I dont want to wait till after next week when I dont see 2000 deposited into my accouny to have to realize that my EI app was not switched over.

[@YouCounsel]

I don't see any harm in reapplying for CERB if you can. You are just making sure that you get paid one way or the other.

[@courtsmov]

I am a little confused as to the re-application process. The timeline is throwing me off. What are the dates that we should be re applying considering we are still eligible? I know there is a schedule on the gov website however its seems to conflict with suggested re application dates. HELP! I don't want to owe money by accident.

[@YouCounsel]

starting April 12, May 10, June 7, July 5, August 2 and August 30 - depending upon for which period you are eligible. www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/benefits/apply-for-cerb-with-cra.html 4-week period cycle Period dates 1 March 15, 2020 to April 11, 2020 2 April 12, 2020 to May 9, 2020 3 May 10, 2020 to June 6, 2020 4 June 7, 2020 to July 4, 2020 5 July 5, 2020 to August 1, 2020 6 August 2, 2020 to August 29, 2020 7 August 30, 2020 to September 26, 2020

[@MobileConcepts1]

Great information. Thank you. Question: For those who are self-employed, let’s say u were previously earning $10k a month on avg, and now because of Covid-19 you are only able to earn $1000, so a 90% drop in income. Is it accurate that one would not be eligible for the CERB because you still have an income, even if it’s a fraction to what you were previously earning? This makes no sense. Particularly since the govt is giving a 75% wage subsidy up to $847 a week to employed people at eligible affected businesses.

[@YouCounsel]

Your understanding is correct. I agree, this doesn't make much sense. I have just posted an updated video on eligibility, please check that out.

[@harryharvi4693]

Hello sir, a news article stated, “The CERB provides a taxable benefit payable to eligible individuals, to be paid once per four-week period, up to a maximum of 16 weeks in the period between March 15, 2020, and October 3, 2020.” Does this mean there will be 7, “4-week periods” ?

[@YouCounsel]

If you are eligible for CERB from March 15 to October 2, you will only receive 4 payments, not 7 more more payments for the entire duration.

[@harryharvi4693]

You Counsel so 4/7 payments?

[@georgemiller8370]

What if you have not earned the 5,000 minimum as a student or self-employed? Anyone know?

[@Saugaverse]

QUESTION; I am currently unemployed but I am not eligible for the CERB. Are there any benefits that I can apply for other than the CERB? The reality is that I can no longer stay self-isolating at home and I'll have to be out looking for a job. It is kinda the opposite of what this was intended for.

[@sushantahuja4566]

You can work for delivers make like 200/300 a day

[@blestinbinu4283]

I stopped working on march 20. but in my ROE it is written that last day for which PAID is is 29/03/2020 .Am I still eligible ?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes. I have just posted an updated video on eligibility, please check that out if you have more questions.

[@antonimoralesrosales1442]

Hi, if i applied for EI online on the 21 of March but still hasnt been processed sow indont have acceses code, i applied for direct deposit and by email. Is their a problem if i am not at that adress anymore, i read the acces code is by mail.And will it be processed by CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

You should update the address asap and contact Service Canada to obtain the access code. It will be processed by CERB, but you may need to access code to fill out the reporting.

[@reinabek9578]

Thanks for organize all the information. I have a question about my situation I don't know if you can clear out for me and it would be so much appreciated. So I'm working in the mall, which they officially announced to closed them so due to that I can't work. I off the work March 20, and the work I did until that time I get the pay April 3rd. Is this mean I have to apply after 4 weeks from March 20th? or am I still ok to apply April 6th once they open? Until mall closed I can't work, no income 😭

[@YouCounsel]

Your eligibility period begins March 21. If you meet all the other requirements, you should apply on April 6 (or another day based on your birth month) when CERB applications open. I have just posted an updated video on eligibility, please check that out if you have more questions.

[@reinabek9578]

@@YouCounsel Amazing, thanks for your help. I appreciated!

[@ShivaKumar-gs7nb]

I applied on 25-Mar under regular EI and received my access code. Should I submit my online report or should I reapply for cerb?

[@YouCounsel]

No need to reapply for CERB, but please submit your EI reports as requested.

[@ShivaKumar-gs7nb]

@@YouCounsel Thanks!

[@Manofsteel519]

Originally they said this was also for people who have lost hours due to daycares and schools being closed. If someone has lost 3 shifts per week and can only work 2, they are not eligible since they don't have the 14 consecutive days with no income?

[@YouCounsel]

Correct. I have just posted an updated video on eligibility, please check that out.

[@hazeleyeshypnotize01]

I was planning to start looking for work this month. Bartending/Serving. Am I eligible? I did make the $5000 requirement last year and am losing out on employment because of Covid.

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, no. I have just posted an updated video on eligibility, please check that out if you have more questions.

[@hazeleyeshypnotize01]

@@YouCounsel Thank you!

[@puterbunny58]

I am a senior who collects OAS/CPP. Not enough to cover my bills so I started a small business to supplement my income. It did until mid-March when my business temporarily closed due to covid-19. I don't have enough money now to pay bills. Do I qualify for CERB? Thank you!

[@YouCounsel]

The guidelines are unclear whether you can receive CERB in addition to OAS/CPP. Since OAS/CPP is not "employment" income, I believe receive these should not bar you from receiving CERB. But you will have to contact CRA to be certain. Please let us know if you are able to clarify this. Thank you.

[@jaspindersidhu648]

hi, actually I APPLIED for EI insurance.... is this different from that one

[@YouCounsel]

If you applied for EI on March 15 or later, you don't need to reapply for CERB; you will be automatically considered.

[@buddhasax]

I was laid off in June of 2019 and have been on EI since. My last benefit payment would be April 14th as I have not found new emplpyment. Due to Covid I have been unable to a find new employment in these last 30 days. Do you believe I would be able to extend my current ei benefits or be able to qualify foR CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, neither. But you can contact Service Canada/CRA to see if there are any options available to you.

[@buddhasax]

@@YouCounsel Thank you for your response. It's upsetting but I'm not sure what I can do.

[@rockbandwii6]

I was laid off on march 20th but my company just gave me 2 shifts on April 3rd and 4th. Am I still eligible for cerb?

[@YouCounsel]

I have just posted an updated video on eligibility, please check that out.

[@CanadianMulticulturalNews]

Can someone with osap be eligible for it

[@YouCounsel]

Not sure. The new guidelines from the government are silent on this. Can you even receive OSAP while you are employed?

[@sampansharma5845]

I'm international student and I was hired in two places firstly a contract job which stopped on march 14 due to covd 19 .So I start picking up.the on call shifts for security till 27th .but after that I didn't get more shifts . Will I be eligible?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, if you meet the $5K and other criteria.

[@jasbirkour9432]

Hello Sir, i tried to make CRA account because I didn’t file my 2019 tax so i fill in my 2018 tax and now it’s showing me temporarily locked. Please tell me what to do

[@kunal8520]

Jasbir Kour there is also an automated phone line that could be used to apply. As recovering your password or username for CRA would be almost impossible given that not many call centre employees are working right now

[@YouCounsel]

You will have to speak to CRA tech support to unlock your account. or see if there is another way by email.

[@trendybrat1888]

hello, i have never done my taxes, which means that the government system will not recognize when ill put my SIN to create a CRA account, doing tax return will take me too much time, and i really need the cerb money, is there any other way to apply without doing the taxe return ? please help

[@YouCounsel]

I am not aware of any requirement to file tax returns before you could apply for CERB. if you are eligible, you should apply and then spend some time in filing your tax returns just so that you could prove your income later when asked.

[@trendybrat1888]

@@YouCounsel thank you for your answer. but everh time i write my SIN they say error

[@simonpicken6055]

Didn't know I had to reapply is it alright to reapply a week late?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@amandeeprajia7547]

I want to make CRA account but it show me an error.can you tell me what the reason will be for that.

[@YouCounsel]

I don't know, you should contact their tech support or apply for CERB online.

[@simsuly89]

What if I am still employed with one job but laid off another (reducing my income by 50%) l was working 2 jobs . Am I eligible for CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

After the first 4 weeks period (March 15 to April 12), the income has to be zero to be eligible for CERB.

[@gurleenkaur5817]

Hi, my last day on work was april 1 and I have earned more than $5000 in 2019 so, I am eligible but I didn’t understand the 4 week criteria. So basically, for now I can not apply in april but I can apply in the month of may as i have just been laid off from work and do not meet the 14 days criteria yet! Is that what it means? If yes, than my 16 weeks will start from the day i apply or am i only going to get the benefit for 12 weeks if i apply in may?

[@YouCounsel]

You will get CERB for full 16 weeks if you remain eligible. Only that it won't start in the first 4-week period (March 15 to April 12). Your CERB will start April 13.

[@gurleenkaur5817]

So can I apply for it now in these given dates(april 6,7,8..) according to my birthday month or after april 13?

[@joelalonzo4356]

You Counsel so he can not apply CERB for now?He will wait the next 2 weeks after his last day from work to apply? We the same timeline

[@sushantahuja4566]

I am self employed and my work doesn't fall in essential services can I still apply for cra

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, if you meet all the conditions.

[@kunal8520]

Are these people eligible for the cerb Uber driver Food delivery drivers( skip the dishes , uber eats)

[@YouCounsel]

yes, if they meet other conditions for CERB.

[@peacepeace3564]

1 Could u please tell , over the phone if I apply will I be needing to enter self declaration?? Because I can't find my tax papers for now .. I have my sin, phone no. And I have enrolled for direct deposit for CRA . 2. I have applied for Quebec 573 per week which is still in process due to some issue with my name, will I be able to avail both federal and Quebec employment benefits ? Or if I apply for cerb nowthe Quebec temporary benefits won't be given to me ? 3. Lastly it says one has to have minimum income of atleast 5000$ to qualify, within 12 months going back from the day I apply. But let's say I apply by registering thru CRA it's asks for self declaration amount of 2018 not 2019 ( if it's less than 5000$ then what ?) Please answer these 3 points thank u so much

[@YouCounsel]

1. self declaration applies to both online and phone application. 2. I believe you will receive CERB first (and once that runs out and you will receive Quebec employment benefits), but i am not certain how Quebec employment benefits interact with CERB. 3. there is no requirement for 2018 income. It's either 2019 income or the last 12 months.

[@peacepeace3564]

@@YouCounsel perfect, thank u so much

[@veerpalsidhu9121]

Hi there i have already applied for ei after march 15th and my roe’s has been already sent by my employer.Do I need to apply for CERB or my application will transferred automatically to CERb?and if yes do i need to send my current status documents?

[@YouCounsel]

You don't need to take any additional steps at this time or re-apply. You will be automatically considered for CERB.

[@parminderpawar9003]

You Counsel i did apply EI benefits march 24 unfortunately i did mention only 8 weeks pay but i did work more then 18,000$ in 2019. In april 4 i did apply again with my correct pay so which application will be consider

[@ramyahiya]

Hi sir Is someone who is on vacation and got stuck in india for a month now eligible for this benifit?

[@YouCounsel]

Maybe. Please check with CRA.

[@darshiliyanage9429]

I already applied EI, on 29th March/2020. I guess I don’t need to apply this?

[@YouCounsel]

Correct. if your EI runs out before October 3, you may apply for CERB. I have just posted an updated video on eligibility, please check that out.

[@tirthshah2273]

I am unable to create a CRA account. I came to Canada in September 2019. I have never filed a tex in Canada. Could you please assist me in how can I proceed to apply for CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

You can do it by phone.

[@tirthshah2273]

​Thank you for your prompt response. It means, Without having registered with CRA, can I still be able to apply for CERB?

[@Saugaverse]

I was born in Canada and I have lived here all my life, and I can't access the CRA website. Anything to do with the government is usually very messed up.

[@mohanapriyathayalan8818]

Hello, I have 2 jobs but lost 1 job but I have the other one but not enough to pay my bills. Am I still eligible??

[@YouCounsel]

Not for CERB, but you may qualify for some EI if you are eligible.

[@jaisawh1481]

I was out of work for two years am I entitled for anything?

[@userserver9885]

No

[@despacitobariuan9893]

Can i still apply for CERB even i already applied for EI?

[@YouCounsel]

No. if you applied for EI on March 15 or later, the application will be processed for CERB automatically.

[@jiabaohuang]

what if I stopped on March 29th?

[@YouCounsel]

You are eligible provided you meet other conditions.

[@arjunhanda8417]

Hii I.landed as a PR in Nov 2019 but got no job no income here. Am.i elligible to get the CERB? Else i will also have to go on streets..pls advise.

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, you are not eligible.

[@arjunhanda8417]

@@YouCounsel dts really bad..what should i do now?

[@shanavasmuhammed4009]

Hi sir i voluntarily took off after march 20 can i apply for cerb

[@YouCounsel]

Voluntary resignation makes you ineligible for CERB.

[@amandhawal3272]

I stopped working on march 19 . m i still eligible ?

[@YouCounsel]

yes, if you meet the remaining criteria.

[@amandamahfouz9466]

How do we the re-apply?

[@YouCounsel]

It's the same process as the initial application.

[@punjabiboy83]

What if you are new immigrant and had to stop working but not having income of 5000$ Will they be eligible

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, not.

[@susheelharrison801]

Hey what about the job dismissal

[@YouCounsel]

The dismissal has to be "due to" to COVID-19. if the dismissal is "for cause", then that person is not eligible for CERB.

[@susheelharrison801]

So what could be done in that case bcos i got no income no jobs due to covid 19

[@hasanalomar7825]

Iast day of my work was today can I apply for that

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, but not for the first 4-week period (March 15 to April 12).

[@joelalonzo4356]

You Counsel so He cant still apply CERB for now? Should He wait for 2 weeks to apply? We have the timeline

[@giautran3840]

Hello, my Dad passed away in early Jan and I had to go back home urgently while I was working. My company asked me to return to work in mid Feb but unfortunately the virus is spreading out and they asked me temporarily stay at home until receiving further notification. It's April now and I still get stuck in Vietnam. Im on work permit, Im not Canadian. Idk if Im eligible for Cerb ? Thanks so much

[@YouCounsel]

I am not sure. Please check with CRA

[@humblecanada4943]

Blessed be His name, He has not dealt with us after our sins; but now He treats with us on terms of free grace and infinite compassion, and He says, "I will receive you graciously, and love you freely." Believe it, for it is certainly true that the great God is able to treat the guilty with abundant mercy; yea, He is able to treat the ungodly as if they had been always godly. Read carefully the parable of the prodigal son, and see how the forgiving father received the returning wanderer with as much love as if he had never gone away, and had never defiled himself with harlots. So far did he carry this that the elder brother began to grumble at it; but the father never withdrew his love. Oh my brother, however guilty you may be, if you will only come back to your God and Father, He will treat you as if you had never done wrong! He will regard you as just, and deal with you accordingly. Jesus is the Saviour, Messiah, the way, the truth, the life, the one who will come to judge this world. The only begotten son of God.

[@baalislife5188]

Are y’all finished or y’all done?

[@elsiewasnik7406]

what is the phone # I can call?