Community Communications

Community Update #26 - Supporting the York Community During the COVID-19 Pandemic

We recognize that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, lockdown restrictions and extended return dates for in-person learning have placed a significant toll on many parents, caregivers and members of the York community. Managing uncertainty and adapting to ongoing changes that affect daily responsibilities continue to be a shared experience and many of us are also experiencing […]

Community Update #25 - Follow-up: Claiming Work from Home Expenses due to the COVID-19 Pandemic

As a follow up to the December 11th 2020 communication (Community Update #21 - Claiming Work from Home Expenses due to the COVID-19 Pandemic), the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed two new COVID-19 specific options for employees to claim a deduction related to home office expenses. They are as follows: The Temporary Flat Method - eligible employees will […]