COVID-19 rapid testing and screening in workplaces: Free rapid tests for your employees

The Government of Canada and some provincial/territorial governments are providing free rapid COVID-19 tests to organizations for regular workplace screening of close-contact employees. Rapid tests are easy to administer and provide a result in 15 minutes.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 21:12 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 21:12 (UTC)
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