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Yesterday, our plan to help Canadians, save jobs, and support our economy was adopted by Parliament. With more generous measures to help even more Canadians, we’re now talking about $107 billion to support people and businesses. 

Right now, a lot of people are sitting around the kitchen table with bills, trying to figure out what needs to be paid, and how to plan for the coming months.

Good morning everyone. I apologize for being a little delayed this morning. It was important that I speak with all three opposition leaders because I’m unable to join them this afternoon as the House of Commons reconvenes to pass emergency legislation on COVID-19.

Hello, everyone. I want to begin by recognizing that a lot of people have now been stuck at home for a week or more because of COVID-19. If that’s starting to take a toll – it’s understandable.

Hello everyone. Happy Sunday. Thank you for being here again today. For several weeks now, public health experts have been asking Canadians to do their part to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

Hello, everyone. I want to begin by recognizing that even though it’s Saturday, there are people across the country who are on the job. Whether you’re hospital staff or a first responder, a bus driver, truck driver, or freight train operator, I know that you’re working harder than ever right now.

Hello everyone. Before I get to today’s announcement, I want to say a few words about travel. We’re in discussion with Canadian airlines to help Canadians stranded abroad come home.

Over the last week, we’ve seen significant changes in what COVID-19 means for the country. Every day, we’ve had new updates for Canadians.

Before we get into things, I have some news to share regarding the Canada-U.S. border.

Before we get going, I want to recognize that earlier today, the Province of Ontario announced a provincial state of emergency. At the federal level, we have been coordinating with them, and continue to do so.