Coronavirus Updates
As the Novel Coronavirus continues to be of worldwide concern, BOMA BC has created the following list of resources. We will update this page as new information becomes available.
Health Information
HealthLinkBC
FAQ on COVID-19 from the BC Centre for Disease Control
Information from Vancouver Coastal Health
Government of British Columbia Pandemic Preparedness
Government of Canada Coronavirus information
Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS)
Canadian businesses, non-profit organizations, or charities who have seen a drop in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for a subsidy to cover part of their commercial rent or property expenses, starting on September 27, 2020, until June 2021. This subsidy will provide payments directly to qualifying renters and property owners, without requiring the participation of landlords. If you are eligible for the base subsidy, you may also be eligible for lockdown support if your business location is significantly affected by a public health order for a week or more.
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/subsidy/emergency-rent-subsidy.html
BOMA Canada Resources
BOMA Canada has created a number of resources, including webinars on cleaning best practices, briefings by medical doctors and emergency planning experts and BOMA China’s first-hand experience. You can access the videos on their Coronavirus Resources page.
Preparedness and Mitigation Strategies by Bazak Consulting
BOMA Canada Pandemic Guide, sponsored by DCS Global
BOMA International Resources
Our colleagues at BOMA International in the US have created additional resources, including a preparedness checklist for building owners and managers.
COVID-19 Preparedness Checklist
BOMA International resources
Business Continuity Planning
With likely interruptions to your tenants’ - and your own - business practices, the following resources may be useful for business continuity planning.
BOMA Business Continuity Planning Guide for Pandemic Event
City of Vancouver resources
Canadian Chamber of Commerce Pandemic Preparedness
BDC Business Continuity Plan and Templates
CFIB Coronavirus: Keeping you and your employees safe
Government of British Columbia Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan
Building Checklists
Extended Building Closure Checklist (BOMA Toronto)
Posters
Hand washing, physical distancing and prevention posters from the BC Centre for Disease Control
8.5 x 11 Pandemic Posters
2 x 3 Pandemic Poster
National Coronavirus Emergency Task Force
BOMA Canada is establishing a National Coronavirus Emergency Task Force to share information, establish efficient communication channels and work towards a coordinated industry response where possible. Follow BOMA Canada on LinkedOn, Twitter and Facebook for up to date information on Coronavirus and commercial real estate.