BDC Advisory Services — Human Resources
Canada
Guidance to attract and retain qualified talent
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Expert Advice
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- Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
- Government of Canada
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Get advice on creating an HR structure and management process that will improve your recruitment and retention practices through practical guides, tools, coaching and support.
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Eligible activities for this grant include:
- Hiring and retaining the right employees
- Setting up recruiting and onboarding tools
- Establishing an employee performance appreciation cycle
- Supporting employees through change
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$55,000
Montreal
Creating a mentorship program to support employee development and retention
$50,000
Vancouver
Implementing a new employee performance evaluation system
$40,000
Ottawa
Launching an employee appreciation and recognition program
$75,000
Halifax
Setting up a recruitment and talent acquisition system for growth
$65,000
Toronto
Developing an effective employee onboarding and training program for new hires
$70,000
Calgary
Establishing a support system for employees undergoing organizational changes
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- Must be a small to medium-sized Canadian business
- Must be looking to optimize HR management functions
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There are eligible types of companies for this grant. The grant is targeted at businesses looking to optimize their HR management practices and attract and retain top talent. Eligible companies can benefit from structured approaches, practical guides, and coaching support.
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Companies seeking to improve their recruitment and onboarding processes
- Organizations aiming to enhance employee performance and appreciation
- Businesses interested in supporting their employees through change and growth
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There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:
- Non-profit organizations
- Government entities
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Yes, eligible expenses for this grant include:
- Recruitment and onboarding tools
- Employee appreciation programs
- Performance objectives and tools
- Change management support
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:
- Structured approach: A time-tested, action-oriented approach focused on helping you master the principles and best practices of performing HR management function.
- Practical guides and tools: Defining roles and responsibilities, hiring and motivating your employees - a complete people strategy with tools to help your management practices.
- Coaching and support: Impartial advice from consultants who provide co-development sessions and implementation support to help you effectively manage your talent.
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- Step 1: Hire and retain the right employees
- Set up the recruiting and onboarding tools your company needs to attract top talent and ensure they are using their skills to deliver value, quickly.
- Step 2: Establish an employee performance appreciation cycle
- Implement performance objectives and tools to help employees and their managers align on what it means to succeed.
- Step 3: Support your employees through change
- Build a process that can help you be more proactive in anticipating the impacts of change, while creating a clear plan and communicating effectively.
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