Offered by Employment and Social Development Canada
Wage Protection Program
- Maximum amount
- $9,275
- Deadline
- Ongoing intake
- Where
- All of Canada
Free, no account to start. This program is added to your saved list.
In short
The Wage Protection Program pays unpaid wages to employees whose employer is bankrupt or insolvent. This one-time payment can reach the equivalent of 7 weeks of insurable earnings (up to $9,275.00 in 2026).
Eligibility criteria
- Business located in Canada (required)
- Unpaid wages owed by the employer
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Official program website
Page updated on September 30, 2026. Summary and criteria extracted by our AI from the official program page; always check with the agency.
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