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Employee Training Grants for Employers in Canada in 2026

Employee training grants can help Canadian employers reduce the cost of upskilling current employees, training new hires, and building a more adaptable workforce. The programs below focus on funding that can support training, certifications, productivity skills, technical skills, onboarding, and job-readiness projects.

The strongest applications are usually employer-driven: you define the role, training provider, eligible participants, budget, timeline, and business outcome before applying. Compare the options below before preparing a training plan or application.

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  • Ministère du Travail, de l'Emploi et de la Solidarité sociale (MESSQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Workforce Training Measure (MFOR)

    Workforce Development Program Supporting Employee Training in Québec
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec Federation of Chambers of Commerce (FCCQ) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Accueillez un stagiaire

    Wage support for Quebec student internships
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : September 1, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Employee Wage Subsidy

    Support for hiring and integrating workers in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Public Safety Canada (PSC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Humanitarian Workforce (HWF) - COVID-19 and other large-scale emergencies

    Supports NGOs in emergency response and capacity building
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Strategic Industry Growth Initiative (SIGGI) - ACOA

    Funding for sustainable business growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Workplace Apprenticeship (PAMT)

    On-the-job trade training with workplace mentorship
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Quebec, Canada
  • Magnet logo
    Partnering and CollaborationOpen

    Magnet — Outcome Campus Connect

    Online network for student work-integrated learning
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Canada
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  • BioTalent Canada logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    BioTalent — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)

    Wage subsidies for student placements in biosciences
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • ECO Canada (ECO) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI)

    Environmental youth internship funding
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Canada
  • ECO Canada (ECO) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    ECO Canada — Youth Employment in Natural Resources YNR

    Wage support for youth in natural resources
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : March 31, 2026
    Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Development Program — Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC)

    Support for advanced manufacturing investments in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 15% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : June 30, 2026 · Closing date : November 5, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Financial assistance for the hiring of a person to integrate a job on a long-term basis

    Supports employers hiring candidates facing employment barriers
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Financial support for the integration of foreign-trained employees

    Supports integration of foreign-trained professionals into Quebec workforce
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Northern Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (NICFI) - Aquaculture Development

    Funds Indigenous communal aquaculture and fisheries business development
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Canadian Council for Aviation & Aerospace (CCAA) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    CCAA — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)

    Wage subsidies for aviation and aerospace student placements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Revenu Québec logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Tax credit for an on-the-job training period

    Support for eligible workplace training internships
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 32% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    AGRI Talent

    Supports agriculture employers hiring post-secondary students
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Contributions in support of Indigenous Economic Development

    Supports Indigenous economic development through coordinated federal funding partnerships
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream

    Support for energy management systems in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Tourism HR Canada logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Propel – Student Work Placement Program

    Wage subsidy for tourism student placements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Axelys logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    RNA Entrepreneurship initiative

    Supports entrepreneurial development in RNA therapeutics for Quebec academics
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 80,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Social and Community Initiatives Support Program (SCISP) – Social Initiatives Component

    Funding for innovative social inclusion and employability projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Canadian Heritage logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit

    Short-term bilingual youth employment support
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism (TBSL) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services

    Support for tourism studies and consulting projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $15,000 to $30,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Closing date : November 13, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Corporation de développement économique montagnaise (CDEM) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    CDEM — Non-refundable contributions

    Supports Indigenous business start-up, growth, and planning activities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Charlevoix Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services

    Eco-certification support for tourism enterprises in Charlevoix
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Community Support Program (PAC)

    Support for inclusive community initiatives in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship

    Needs-based scholarship enabling registered charity leaders to access governance training
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 16, 2026
    Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Integration Support and Assistance Program (PASI)

    Funding for community organizations supporting immigrant integration in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Lanaudière Tourism (CED) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services

    Support for tourism studies and consulting projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $30,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Mission Support Program (PSM)

    Operating support for immigrant integration community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Outaouais Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services

    Funding for tourism studies and consulting services
    Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $90,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services

    Support for tourism studies and consulting projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $3,000 to $25,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • The Commission for Standards, Equity, Health and Safety at Work (CNESST) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Workplace first aid training

    Subsidizes workplace first aid training for eligible workers based on sector
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 5% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Financial assistance for workforce training in northern communities

    Supports workforce training projects in northern Quebec communities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Timeline
    Closing date : September 21, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
  • Commission des partenaires du marché du travail (CPMT) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Impulse-Skills program

    Supports collective training projects to develop workforce skills
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Magnet logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Magnet — Student Work Placement Program

    Supports employers hiring post-secondary students
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    Canada
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  • MRC Acton logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Acton — PDZA

    Agricultural development plan for local producers
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Beauce-Centre logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    MRC Beauce-Centre — Labor fund

    Support for hiring innovation-focused talent
    Eligible Funding
    From $3,500 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 218,798 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,500 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : February 15, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Public Safety Canada (PSC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Parliamentary District Policing Program

    Funds Ottawa Police Service for enhanced security in Parliamentary District
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $ · Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Strategic Science Fund (SSF)

    Supports science and innovation excellence
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Supporting youth employment centers

    Supports youth integration through community employment centers
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Transportez vert — Eco-driving Training

    Eco-driving training support
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
  • Québec Research Fund (FRQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Quebec Research Fund — Society and Culture Sector (FRQSC)

    Supports research, knowledge dissemination, and student training in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    2025–2026 Services delivered: expenditure-based funding

    Funding for Ontario disability employment services
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Business for the Arts logo
    Partnering and CollaborationOpen

    2026-2027 Executive Leadership Program

    Leadership development for arts professionals
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
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  • Government of Ontario logo
    Other SupportWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    4.3 Exceptional work-related disability supports

    Supports disability-related work barriers to employment
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    A New Frontier in Fundraising

    International research on disruptive technologies
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 125,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy (AFS)

    Supports Indigenous fisheries management, participation, and community self-sufficiency
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal (CCMM) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    ACCLR Info entrepreneurs — Business services

    Business services supporting company growth in Greater Montreal
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 17,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream

    Support for aerospace recovery and competitiveness
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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  • Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT) (ITI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Agri-food Funding

    Funds NWT agriculture initiatives improving competitiveness innovation and resilience
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NT, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Timeline
    Open Date : July 9, 2024
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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    Other SupportGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Agriculture Job Connector

    Agriculture jobs and employer support in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Timeline
    Open Date : May 12, 2020
    Alberta, Canada
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    Financial support for advanced manufacturing growth
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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    Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Canada
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    Athlete Assistance Program (AAP)

    Provides financial support to high-performance Canadian athletes
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 27,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Canada
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    Atlantic Immigration Program

    Permanent residence pathway in Atlantic Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada

Frequently asked questions about employee training grants

Direct answers on eligible costs, current employees, new hires, pre-approval, wage subsidies, and application readiness.

What employee training grants are available for Canadian employers in 2026?

Employer training funding is usually delivered through provincial or sector-specific programs, plus some federal jobs and workforce development funding. Common examples include the Ontario Job Grant, the B.C. Employer Training Grant, the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant, Skills Development Fund-style programs, wage subsidies, training tax credits, and targeted workforce projects.

How much funding can employers receive for training?

Amounts vary by province and program. For example, B.C. states that eligible employers can receive up to 80% of training costs, up to $10,000 per participant and $300,000 per employer per fiscal year. Alberta currently lists 50% support up to $5,000 per existing employee, or up to 75% and $10,000 for an unemployed new hire, with a $100,000 employer annual cap. Always confirm the current cap before applying.

Can training grants cover both current employees and new hires?

Often, yes. Several employer-driven programs support existing employees who need upgraded skills and new hires who have an identified job opportunity. The rules differ by program, so check whether the trainee must already be employed, whether unemployed participants are allowed, and whether owners, family members, temporary workers, or trainees from the training provider are excluded.

What training costs are usually eligible?

Eligible costs often include tuition, course fees, instructor-led training, mandatory course materials, software required for the course, exam fees, and sometimes approved travel. Many programs exclude employee wages, internal training, general conferences, subscriptions, business consulting, owner training, long diploma or degree programs, and training started before approval.

Do employers need approval before training starts?

In many cases, yes. A common mistake is signing a training contract or starting the course before the funder approves the application. If pre-approval is required, costs incurred too early may be ineligible even when the training itself is a good fit.

Are wage subsidies the same as employee training grants?

No. A training grant usually offsets course or training costs. A wage subsidy helps cover salary or onboarding costs tied to hiring or work experience. Some workforce programs combine both, but employers should separate training invoices, payroll costs, participant eligibility, and reporting requirements before applying.

How can an employer prepare a stronger training grant application?

Prepare the role or skills gap, course outline, training provider quote, participant list, budget, timeline, expected outcomes, and proof that the training is incremental rather than routine operating work. Strong applications connect training to measurable business needs such as productivity, retention, safety, digital adoption, certification, recruitment, or new market capacity.

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