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Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant - Ontario - Canada
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Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant

Cost-shared training support for Ontario employers
Offered by
Halton Region (HATCH)
Official source: halton.ca
Funding available
$ 15,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply

Private employers

See full eligibility

Overview

This program supports employers with training costs for workers and job seekers in Ontario. It offers up to $10,000 per participant, or up to $15,000 for eligible small employers hiring and training unemployed participants.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop team skills
  • Attract or retain talent
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • 100 employees maximum
Audience
  • Persons with Disabilities
  • Canadians

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Training for current employees to upgrade skills
  • Training for new employees
  • Training to support job seekers and help them enter or return to work

Documents Needed

  • Employer application form
  • Employer attestation form
  • Training provider attestation form
  • Participant registration form

Official resources

Official page

Skills and Training

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Private employers
  • Non-profit employers
  • First Nations
  • Organizations acting on behalf of employers, such as industry associations and union training centres

Who is not eligible

  • Government bodies
  • Broader public sector organizations
  • Employment Ontario or COJG service providers
  • Employers receiving other public funding for the same training for the same participant

Eligible expenses

  • Direct training costs
  • Training materials, including textbooks and software
  • Travel expenses for eligible distance-related training

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Training already in progress
  • Courses and activities that are not eligible, such as MBA, CFA, LSAT, MCAT and GMAT preparation
  • Business consulting services and conference participation
  • Membership fees, subscriptions, annual fees and professional association dues
  • Training for business owners and senior executives of large organizations

Eligible geographic areas

  • Ontario

Selection criteria

  • Validity of the application and proposed training
  • Value for money
  • Alignment with ministry priorities
  • Past performance in the program for returning applicants
  • Priority for training that supports new or better jobs

How to apply

  • Step 1
    • Complete the employer application online.
    • Use the service provider assigned by postal code if assistance is needed.
  • Step 2
    • Prepare the required attestation forms and participant registration form.
    • Ensure all forms are fully completed.
  • Step 3
    • Submit the application before training begins.
    • Allow at least 12 business days for processing.
  • Step 4
    • Pay the training provider.
    • Submit proof of payment and the completed training results report to receive reimbursement.

Processing and Agreement

  • The application is reviewed for eligibility before funding is considered.
  • The ministry or service provider assesses validity, value for money, and alignment with program priorities.
  • Past results under the program may be considered for repeat applicants.
  • Funding is not guaranteed even if eligibility requirements are met.

Additional information

  • The program is administered by independent service providers.
  • Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
  • Employers must submit the application before training begins.
  • A signed employer attestation is required.

Contacts

EmploymentHotlineInquiries@ontario.ca
1-800-387-5656

Frequently Asked Questions about the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant Program

What is the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant?

This program supports employers with training costs for workers and job seekers in Ontario. It offers up to $10,000 per participant, or up to $15,000 for eligible small employers hiring and training unemployed participants.

How much funding can be received?

Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant program?

To be eligible for the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant program, you must: Employer authorized in Ontario Training linked to Ontario job Ontario resident participant

What expenses are eligible under Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant?

Training for current employees to upgrade skills Training for new employees Training to support job seekers and help them enter or return to work

Who can I contact for more information about the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant?

You can contact Halton Region (HATCH) by email at EmploymentHotlineInquiries@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-800-387-5656.

Where is the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant available?

The Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant is a Grant and Funding