Seniors facing higher costs for groceries, transportation and prescriptions due to COVID-19 can expect emergency aid payments of up to $500 in early July. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced during his daily news conference in Ottawa Thursday that the payments would be distributed starting the week of July 6. The payments are to offset increases in the cost of living due to COVID-19. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says seniors facing higher costs for groceries, transportation and prescriptions due to the pandemic can expect emergency aid payments of up to $500 in early July. "Even as we start to reopen parts of the economy, many seniors will have to stay home for longer to protect their health.

Source: CBC News June 04, 2020 15:46 UTC