Job Grants in Canada in 2026
Job grants in Canada provide financial assistance to employers for training and hiring employees to enhance workforce skills and productivity.
Job grants in Canada are designed to help employers train new or existing employees for available jobs, improving their skills and qualifications. These grants often cover a significant portion of training costs, encouraging companies to invest in their workforce development.
668 opportunities available

Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Greater Sudbury Charities Fund and Social Investment Partnership (SIPS)
Sudbury Community FoundationCapacity-building support for promising local charities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Kenora and Rainy River District Business Accelerator Fund
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre (NOIC)Supports business growth in Kenora and Rainy River Districts
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation

Tax CreditsOpen
Film Incentive BC Tax Credit
Creative BCTax credit for BC film, television, animation and visual effects production
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Programs
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)Support for Alberta women entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesBusiness Buyout

Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program
Black Opportunity Fund (BOF)Funding and capacity development for Black-serving nonprofits
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $20,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Indigenous Genomics Training and Capacity Program – Alberta
Genome AlbertaSupports Indigenous-led genomics training and career development initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Strong Roots Community Grant Program
North Peace Community FoundationSupports community-led resilience and sustainability projects
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Impact Your Business — Expansion Financing
Impact AtlanticLoans for young entrepreneurs in urban Atlantic Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Durham Community Foundation Community Grants
Durham Community FoundationSupports community initiatives aligned with local priorities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Economic Development Capacity Building
Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT)Financial incentive for local governments' economic development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
First Nations Well Being Fund
First Nations Public Service SecretariatSupports community well being and poverty reduction projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Employers — FIT Project
Network of specialized manpower services (RSSMO)Salary-subsidized internships for workforce integration in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Strategic Partnerships Initiative
Government of CanadaSupports Indigenous economic development through coordinated federal partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
C
Grant and FundingClosed
ConnectUp - Standard Grants
Pratt & Whitney, Collins Aerospace, RaytheonSupport for nonprofit community and STEM-focused initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)
MRC du Golfe du Saint LaurentSupports sustainable rural community development in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Clean Fuels Awareness Projects
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)Increase clean fuels awareness and understanding in Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Tax CreditsOpen
Newfoundland and Labrador film and video industry tax credit
Government of Newfoundland and LabradorTax credit for film production in Newfoundland and Labrador
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Funding for innovative employment and skills research
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Skills for Success - Training and Tools Stream
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Support skills training and workplace readiness tools
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Supports for Newcomer Integration Grants
Government of AlbertaFunding for newcomer settlement and language supports
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Nation Rebuilding Program
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)Supports nation rebuilding and capacity development
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Sector Development Partnership Grants
Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)Supports Indigenous screen sector training and capacity building
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Workplace Sexual Harassment
Federal Department of JusticeSupport targeted workplace sexual harassment awareness projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 375,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Training and Regional Events
Arab Fund for Arts and CultureSupport for cultural trainings and regional events
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Options Youth Subsidy Program
Saint Mary's University (SMU)Wage subsidy for hiring young workers in N.S.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Enhance your human resources
Discover the job grants available in Canada
Job grants support HR efforts by providing financial aid for employee training and development, enhancing workforce skills and productivity.

Grant and FundingClosed
Prince George & Region Prosperity Fund
The Prince George Community FoundationSupports poverty reduction and social inclusion initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Career Focus
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC); Service CanadaSupports mentored work experiences for highly skilled youth
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants
City of VancouverCapacity building for youth violence prevention programs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Business Planning, Skills Development and Agriculture Education
Government of New BrunswickAgriculture business planning and skills development in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
United Way Simcoe Muskoka - Women United
United Way of Greater Simcoe CountySupport initiatives for women and children’s wellbeing
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Community Innovation Grant
Gwaii Trust SocietySupport for small innovative community projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
T
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Scale ESEs
Enterprising Non-Profits Toronto, enp-TOSupport to scale employment social enterprises
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
T
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Catalyze New ESEs
Enterprising Non-Profits Toronto, enp-TOSupport feasibility studies and business planning for ESEs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Technical Assistance Grants
Canadian Worker Co-op FederationCovers specialized consulting support for co-operatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Management Systems Funding
Rozsa FoundationImprove arts organizations operational management systems
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Leadership Residency Funding
Rozsa FoundationPaid leadership residency for racialized arts professionals
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Access to Justice Bundle Program
Indigenous Peoples Resilience FundSupports Indigenous-led justice education and legal supports
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Social Enterprise Fund
Valley FirstSupport to launch and grow social enterprises
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
L’Oréal Fund for Women
L'OréalSupport for vulnerable women and girls resilience
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund
Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)Build organizational capacity in 2SLGBTQI+ communities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Libro Credit Union - Grants & Partnerships
United Communities Credit UnionSupports initiatives that strengthen financial well-being outcomes
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Adjustment Services
Government of New BrunswickFunding to support human resource management
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Local Hockey Leaders EDI Grant
Hockey Alberta FoundationSupport EDI education to strengthen safe sport
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Funding to support employers toward economic recovery
Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Giving Fund
WeyerhaeuserSupports local community initiatives in priority focus areas
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
WSIB Research and Grants Program
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)Supports practical workplace safety research and training
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Call for Proposals: Skills Solutions
Future Skills CentreSupport for innovative skills solutions in Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $75,000 to $500,000
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Call for Proposals: Skills Research
Future Skills CentreFunds skills and labour market research projects
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Rogers Youth Grants
Rogers Communications Inc.Supports youth education and employment readiness programs
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $25,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Prospera Foundation Grants
Prospera Credit UnionSupports community charitable programs in business, health, education
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Donations to Members of the Canadian Healthcare Community / Healthcare Donations
Amgen CanadaDonations supporting healthcare education and scientific initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project
GTAA, Toronto Pearson International AirportSupports employment and skilled trades community initiatives
Eligible Funding
- From $150,000 to $200,000
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants
United Way of Central Alberta SocietyFunding for one-time community impact projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Canada - Manitoba Job Grant
Government of ManitobaMoney for employee training in Manitoba
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
United Way Central Alberta - Professional Development Grants
United Way of Central Alberta SocietySupport leadership capacity through professional development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Canadian Experiences Fund - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Funding to develop and enhance tourism experiences and facilities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Canadian Experiences Fund - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Supports tourism product development, training, and visitor facilities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)Wage subsidies for environmental STEM graduate internships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants
Community Foundation of Medicine Hat and Southeastern AlbertaSupports community priorities in Southeastern Alberta
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Other SupportWage Subsidies And InternsOpenClosing Soon
Strive 4 Work
EmployAbilitiesCareer training and work placements for adults with employment barriers
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Funding WORBE: Workplace opportunities: Removing barriers to equity
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Supports employment equity solutions and measurable workplace inclusion results
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
EHRC — Discovering Potential
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC)Youth internships in Canada's electricity sector, subsidized by EHRC
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 22,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Support program to help victims of crime and promote their recovery - Stream 1
Quebec Ministry of JusticeSupports research, awareness, and training for victim assistance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Investing in Women's Futures
Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social ServicesSupports women-centred services for safety and economic empowerment
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Wage Subsidies And InternsArchived
Grants for adapted businesses
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports long-term employment for people with disabilities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Wage Subsidies And InternsArchived
Canada emergency wage subsidy (CEWS)
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)Provides wage support to eligible Canadian employers during COVID-19
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Career Launcher Apprenticeship Program
Colleges and Institutes CanadaFinancial incentive for employers in construction and manufacturing
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Human Resources

Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Magnet — Student Work Placement Program
MagnetMoney to hire students for work-integrated learning
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
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