I have not specifically heard of people hiring through this program. I have heard frustration and concern, in particular from smaller producers or newer entrants after announcements were made that they would be able to access the CEBA, and then there was quite a time lag between that and when the funds became available to apply for. There does seem to be a time lag. The announcements are made, and it's wonderful; the money becomes available, but it would be even more wonderful if those things happened in sync.
On June 17th, 2020. See this statement in context.