Before Applying for the CERB
Please follow these 3 steps before applying for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit in order to speed up your application process.
Step 1
Sign up for a My Account through the CRA.
You can sign up for an account via the CRA’s website. Please see below for a video that provides further instructions on how to sign up for your account.
Step 2
Sign up for a direct deposit in your CRA My Account.
Once you have registered for an account, the CRA will send you a secure code that will provide you with advanced access to services included in your online account, such as signing up for direct deposit through your bank.
Step 3
Once you have registered, you can follow our step-by-step application guide which outlines how to apply for the CERB.