BC NDP government announced the COVID-19 Action Plan.
The plan will provide extra supports to British Columbians who are worried about staying afloat:
- Workers whose incomes have been affected can access a tax-free $1,000-dollar payment.
- Thanks to new legislation, no one will lose their job for following the advice of the Provincial Health Officer.
- For the many people who carry student loans, repayments are suspended until September 30.
- BC Hydro customers can defer their bill payments, with no penalty.
- ICBC customers on monthly Autoplan payment plans can also defer their payments for 90 days, with no penalty.
In addition, a comprehensive plan to help renters will be announced as soon as Wednesday.