Feds propose boost to COVID-19 benefits as CERB expires

Power & Politics

English - September 24, 2020 04:10 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB - ★★★★ - 20 ratings
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Employment Minister Carla Qualtrough on the proposal to boost the Canada Recovery Benefit to $500 a week for some workers, up from the previous $400. Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister on why he's disappointed with the throne speech. Plus, a doctor on why she thinks the Ontario government should tighten COVID-19 restrictions.