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  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Grant and Funding
Wage Subsidies And Interns
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  • grant_single|allIndustries
grant_single|grantors
  • Gouvernement du Québec
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grant_card_status|open

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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.

grant_single_labels|projects

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)

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The grant "Ambition-Compétences" aims to develop workforce skills in response to significant market changes. It supports projects that involve multiple companies and include eligible training activities.
  • Projects must be led by an eligible promoter.
  • The training must benefit workers in at least two companies.
  • Eligible companies include private for-profit companies, cooperatives, and non-profit organizations.
  • The training must be relevant to adapting to digital transformation or the green economy.
  • Projects must have a maximum duration of 36 months.
  • Training and tools must be offered in French.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Yes, there are eligible types of companies for this grant, which can participate by allowing their personnel to follow a training. The following types of companies are eligible:
  • Private for-profit companies
  • Cooperatives
  • Non-profit organizations

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

Yes, there are eligible expenses for this grant:
  • Salaries of internal resources, collaborators, and personnel in training, up to $25 per hour
  • Professional fees, up to $150 per hour for experts and trainers
  • Acquisition of essential means such as databases, software, licenses, etc.
  • Support for employees with limitations, including interpreter fees and adaptation of materials
  • Administrative support, such as secretarial services and material revision
  • Travel, accommodation, and meals for trainers and trainees, as per the Treasury Board directive
  • Pedagogical or promotional materials
  • Management activities, up to 10% of the financial assistance amount

grant_single_labels|criteria

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.

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Communicate with the appropriate contact through the online form to discuss your project idea and ensure it aligns with the program's objectives.
  • Step 2: Define your training project, including its goals, duration (maximum of 36 months), and the specific needs of the employees of at least two companies.
  • Step 3: Determine the costs and budget for the project, ensuring that expenses fall under the categories of admissible expenses outlined in the program.
  • Step 4: Gather necessary documents, such as the completed grant application form and the budget file.
  • Step 5: Ensure the completeness of the application package. An incomplete application will not be analyzed and you will be contacted for the missing elements.
  • Step 6: Submit your grant application via email to partenaires@mess.gouv.qc.ca, including all required and relevant documents.
  • Step 7: Await a processing period of 20 working days for the analysis of your application. Be prepared to provide any additional information if requested.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

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.

grant_single_labels|contact

partenaires@mess.gouv.qc.ca
Apply to this program