Ambition-Compétences
QC, Canada
The Ambition-Compétences program enhances workforce skills for adapting to digital and green economic transformations.
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Wage Subsidies And Interns
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- Gouvernement du Québec
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The Ambition-Competences program aims to develop workforce skills through targeted project calls that address specific needs, economic sectors, or particular job roles. It supports training projects related to digital transformation and the green economy, eligible for up to 85% financial assistance for expenses like salaries, professional fees, and essential tools. To qualify, projects must involve at least two companies and can include activities such as adapting, updating, or offering existing training.
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Projects and activities aimed at the development and acquisition of workforce skills related to digital transformation and green economy are eligible for this grant.
- Needs analysis and training development
- Adapting an existing training
- Updating existing training
- Offering an existing training
- Training for at least two companies
- Technical skills development
- Training in French
- Human and behavioral skills development (team spirit, problem-solving, autonomy, etc.)
- Administrative support for training materials (secretarial and linguistic revision)
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Eligibility for this grant requires participation from companies satisfying specific criteria.
- The company must be a private for-profit entity, a cooperative, or a non-profit organization.
- The company must have training needs that align with the program's objectives.
- The company must collaborate with at least one other eligible company in the training project.
- The training projects should be implemented through an active collective promoter in the region or sector.
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The Ambition-Compétences program is open to collective promoters, private for-profit companies, cooperatives, and non-profit organizations. These entities can apply to participate in the program when responding to a call for projects that aligns with their sector or training needs. Eligible companies can partner with an active collective promoter in their region or sector to enable their workforce to benefit from the training projects supported by the program. The projects must cater to the needs of employees from at least two different companies.
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This grant supports the development and enhancement of workforce skills in response to significant market changes, particularly focusing on digital transformation and the green economy. The eligible projects emphasize collaboration among businesses to address strategic training needs.
- Conducting needs analysis and developing training for digital and green transition skills.
- Adapting and updating existing training programs to meet new market demands.
- Offering training programs to enhance skills such as technical abilities, literacy, and digital literacy.
- Delivering training focused on human and behavioral skills including teamwork, problem-solving, and autonomy.
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The grant supports eligible expenses that facilitate the development and acquisition of skills for workforce adaptation to major market changes.
- Salaries for internal resources dedicated to project realization.
- Salaries for personnel collaborating on the project.
- Salaries for personnel in training, up to $25 per hour.
- Professional fees for consulted trade experts and training personnel, up to $150 per hour.
- Costs related to obtaining essential project tools such as databases, software, licenses, digital platforms, and specialized technical tools.
- Hiring interpreters or adapting educational materials for employees with limitations.
- Administrative support expenses, including secretarial services and proofreading of educational materials.
- Travel, accommodation, and meal expenses for trainers or trainees, in line with the Treasury Board directive.
- Pedagogical or promotional materials.
- Management activities, up to 10% of the financial aid amount.
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The evaluation and selection criteria for the Ambition-Compétences grant are designed to ensure that proposed projects align with the aim of developing the workforce’s competencies to adapt to major changes in the labor market. These criteria help determine the eligibility and impact of the proposed training initiatives.
- Alignment with the call for projects' objectives.
- Relevance and importance of the training needs addressed by the project.
- Demonstration of the promoter's resources and expertise to implement the project.
- Participation of at least two companies in the project.
- Inclusion of eligible expenses, such as personnel salaries, professional fees, and other necessary costs.
- Ensure the training and tools are offered in French.
- Project duration not exceeding 36 months.
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Here are the steps to apply for the Ambition-Compétences grant:
- Step 1: Find a Collective Promoter
- Identify an active collective promoter in your region or sector of activity who can propose the project.
- Contact the promoter to discuss your training needs and potential project alignment.
- Step 2: Complete Application Documents
- Download and fill out the "Demande de subvention" form.
- Prepare a detailed budget using the provided "Budget de la demande de subvention" template.
- Step 3: Gather Additional Required Information
- Ensure you have all necessary documentation to demonstrate resources and expertise for project execution.
- Include any additional information that supports your application proposal.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Compile all required forms and documents.
- Send the complete application package via email to partenaires@mess.gouv.qc.ca.
- Step 5: Application Review and Feedback
- Await confirmation of receipt from the grant provider.
- Provide any additional information if contacted for missing elements.
- Step 6: Receive Decision
- Receive a decision within 20 working days after the complete submission.
- Prepare to initiate project activities if approved.
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The grant aims to support the development of workforce skills by targeting specific needs in various sectors. Eligible projects must be carried out by collective promoters, involve at least two companies, and can receive up to 85% financial support for eligible expenses.
- Projects need to focus on workforce adaptation to major changes in the job market.
- The call for projects may encompass the creation, adaptation, and dissemination of training related to digital transformations or the green transition.
- Eligible promoters include private companies, cooperatives, and non-profits.
- Financial aid can be provided for salaries, professional fees, essential project resources, administrative support, travel, and other specified activities.
- Projects can last up to 36 months.
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partenaires@mess.gouv.qc.ca
Apply to this program
Develop Skills for a Green Economy and Digital Transformation
The Ambition-Compétences grant program aims to support workforce skills development through projects that address specific workforce needs within strategic or priority sectors identified by the Commission des partenaires du marché du travail. This initiative encourages the creation, adaptation, and dissemination of training programs related to digital transformation and green economy transitions.
Detailed Insights into the Ambition-Compétences Grant Program
The Ambition-Compétences grant program stands as an instrumental resource for enhancing the capability and adaptability of the current workforce in the face of significant shifts in the job market. As industries across Quebec undergo digital and eco-friendly transformations, this program offers crucial financial backing for the development of skills that are essential to these transitions, thus preparing businesses for future challenges and opportunities. The program specifically encourages collaboration among multiple enterprises, which not only fosters shared learning but also builds a community of practice that benefits the broader economic sector.
In pursuit of its goals, the Ambition-Compétences program seeks project proposals that can design or refine training programs tailored to the digital and green sector shifts. This means that the program is looking for innovative training solutions that address current skill gaps and anticipate future workforce demands, ensuring that businesses have the human capital required to maintain competitiveness and sustainability. The program’s scope is inclusive of various sectors, aiming to propagate a culture of continual learning and adaptation that resonates across different industries.
The financial support provided can cover up to 85% of eligible expenses, highlighting the program's emphasis on substantial investment in workforce development. These expenses might include salaries for key project personnel, professional fees for expert trainers, and costs associated with acquiring necessary technologies or resources. Such comprehensive funding criteria allow for a wide range of projects to be conceived, implemented, and refined, ensuring that training programs are of the highest standard and most relevant application to industry needs.
Importantly, the program is structured to cater to private companies, cooperatives, and non-profit organizations, providing accessible opportunities to diverse organizational types seeking to enhance their training initiatives. The collaborative nature of the program, necessitating involvement from at least two businesses, encourages multifaceted approaches to learning and skill acquisition that are beneficial not only to the individual participants but also to the collective enterprises involved.
Moreover, projects funded under the Ambition-Compétences program can extend over a period of up to 36 months, giving ample time for thorough training development and implementation. This long-term view facilitates deep, transformative learning experiences that have lasting impacts on the abilities and efficiencies of both employees and organizations.
Ultimately, the Ambition-Compétences grant serves as a vital bridge between the evolving demands of the market and the existing workforce capabilities. By strategically investing in skills pertinent to the green economy and digital transformation, recipients not only advance their own organizational missions but also contribute to the wider socio-economic advancement and resilience of Quebec's workforce landscape.
