Alternate work arrangements and work hour reduction
Last Update: January 24, 2025
QC, Canada
Funding and advice to create alternate work arrangements in Quebec
Alternate work arrangements and work hour reduction at a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $10,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- Gouvernement du Québec
- Ministère du Travail, de l'Emploi et de la Solidarité sociale (MESSQ)
Status
Open
Overview of the Alternate work arrangements and work hour reduction program
Get expert advice and a contribution of up to 50% of expenses relating to implementing a work hour reduction plan for your business.
Eligible projects & activities
This grant is available to all employers located in the province of Quebec, with a focus on regional priorities.
- All companies based within the province of Quebec.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 6,000
Implement a flexible work schedule to increase productivity at a tech company
$ 4,000
Reorganize work schedules for a cooperative grocery store
$ 4,250
Create a new flexible work hour policy for an educational NPO
$ 4,000
Develop a reduced work hour plan for a non-profit art organization
$ 5,000
Introduce reduced work hours to improve work-life balance at a social enterprise
$ 5,000
Develop and implement a new shift system for a financial cooperative
Eligibility criteria of the Alternate work arrangements and work hour reduction program
In order to be eligible for this grant, applicants must meet specific criteria related to the type of organization and its potential impact.
- The applicant must be an employer situated in Quebec.
- The types of organizations that qualify include private businesses, worker or employer associations, professional associations, non-profit organizations, and cooperatives.
- Self-employed individuals are also eligible to apply.
- Public agencies and political organizations are not eligible to apply.
- The program prioritizes medium and large-sized enterprises.
Who is eligible?
All employers in Quebec, except public bodies and political organizations, can apply. Eligible organizations include private businesses, worker or employer associations, professional associations, non-profit organizations, cooperatives, and self-employed workers. Medium and large enterprises are prioritized.
Who is not eligible
This grant excludes certain companies and industries based on their status, particularly focusing on non-eligible public or political organizations. These restrictions ensure effective allocation of resources to appropriate sectors.
- Public organizations.
- Political organizations.
Eligible expenses
This grant supports initiatives related to the management and reorganization of work schedules to help retain employees. The projects focus on developing strategic plans and providing necessary training to adapt to business changes.
- Engaging an external consultant to establish a consultative committee.
- Developing a plan for the management and reduction of work hours (ARTT).
- Training expenses for employees affected by the ARTT plan.
Eligible geographic areas
The grant covers specific expenses related to the implementation of workplace time management adaptations.
- Consulting fees for an external consultant to set up a consultation committee.
- Fees for developing a plan for workplace time management and reduction.
- Expenses related to employee training for the time management and reduction plan.
Eligibility criteria of the Alternate work arrangements and work hour reduction program
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria are as follows:
- Nature of the project
- Needs of your company
- Budget envelope
- Industry sector
- Regional and Quebec priorities
How to apply to the Alternate work arrangements and work hour reduction program
1
Contact an advisor
- Communicate with a business advisor from the Services Québec office in your region.
- Support will be provided to analyze your specific needs.
2
Needs Analysis
- Work with the advisor to understand and define your business's needs related to work schedule management.
- Identify solutions that are suitable for your situation.
3
Drafting of the proposal
- Prepare a project proposal detailing the layout plan and reduction of working hours.
- Include anticipated expenses such as consultant fees and training costs.
4
Submission of the request
Submit the request by filling out the required form and providing the project proposal to the Services Québec office.
5
Monitoring and decision
Receive the decision after your file has been analyzed considering several factors.
Additional information
This grant program is designed to help employers in Quebec coordinate and fund projects aimed at organizing and reducing work hours to maintain employment during workplace changes. The application process involves working with a business advisor from Services Quebec.
- Admissible organizations include private enterprises, worker/employer associations, professional associations, non-profit organizations, and cooperatives.
- Self-employed workers are also eligible.
- Priority is given to medium and large enterprises.
- Examples of fundable expenses include hiring external consultants, establishing a consultation committee, developing an ARTT plan, and training employees.
- Final funding decisions consider factors such as the project's nature, the company's needs, budget, sector, and regional and provincial priorities.
- Contact a business advisor at your local Services Quebec office for application assistance.
- More detailed information is available in the Guide des mesures et des services d’emploi (PDF 241 Ko).
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