COVID-19, Podcast

Special Episode: COVID-19 Weekly Update #8

This week Rubina and Beau discuss the extension of the federal wage subsidy program, the Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB) application that is now available, and, how many Canadians are worried about Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) money running out. 

One Reply to “Special Episode: COVID-19 Weekly Update #8”

  1. Vanessa
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    Wondering the reasoning as to why dependents are 12 years old or younger for CESB? 13+ year olds don’t financially rely on their parent? CRA considers a dependent up to age 17.

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Dear Rubi is an advice column podcast where hosts Rubina Ahmed-Haq and Beau Humphreys take questions from you, the listener.

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About Rubina

Rubina Ahmed-Haq regularly appears on TV and radio across Canada and writes for several online and magazine publications. This includes CBC Radio and Television, Global News Toronto and Global News Radio 640 Toronto.  She writes regular columns for several magazines.

Rubina began her career as a broadcast journalist in 1999. As a business reporter, she has worked for CP24 and  BNN.

She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from York University and a post-graduate journalism diploma from  Humber College. She has also completed the Canadian Securities Course.

About Beau

Beau Humphreys is a BIA Insolvency Counsellor and Host of The Personal Finance Show, a podcast where guests tell their personal finance stories.

Every day Beau meets with Canadians who have just filed a consumer proposal or bankruptcy.  Beau is dedicated to helping Canadians take control of their finances and achieve their money goals.

Having crushed a 20 year addiction to gambling, Beau is also passionate about helping others overcome addiction and mental health issues.