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Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant
Cost-shared training support for Ontario employers
Last Update: April 23, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
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
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
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
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Better Jobs Ontario & Canada-Ontario Job Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
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 Government of Ontario (ON) 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