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Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response
Support for tariff-impacted workers and skills training
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 570,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Canada is investing $570 million over three years to help workers affected by tariffs and global market shifts. The program supports training, upskilling, and employment services for workers in sectors such as steel and softwood lumber.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Enhance an existing program
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 570,000,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Training to gain new skills for in-demand jobs.
- Upgrading skills to keep a current job.
- Retraining to move into new employment.
- Employment assistance for workers transitioning to new opportunities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Workers in tariff-impacted industries.
- Workers in steel and softwood lumber sectors.
- Workers affected directly or indirectly by global tariffs.
Who is not eligible
- Workers outside tariff-affected industries are not identified as eligible.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the relevant provincial or territorial programs.
- Eligible workers are connected to local employment and training services.
- Support is delivered through the WorkBC network in British Columbia.
- Program results are monitored and reported through annual labour market reports.
Additional information
- Services are available in both official languages where there is significant demand.
- Workers can be directed to provincial or territorial programs through their home jurisdiction.
- Employment centres can be found through Job Bank.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response. 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 Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response?
Canada is investing $570 million over three years to help workers affected by tariffs and global market shifts. The program supports training, upskilling, and employment services for workers in sectors such as steel and softwood lumber.
How much funding can be received?
Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response Funds up to $570,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response program?
To be eligible for the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response program, you must:
Workers in tariff-impacted industries.
Employed, EI-eligible, or receiving EI.
What expenses are eligible under Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response?
Training to gain new skills for in-demand jobs.
Upgrading skills to keep a current job.
Retraining to move into new employment.
Employment assistance for workers transitioning to new opportunities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at media@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca or by phone at 819-994-5559.
Where is the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response available?
The Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response is a Other Support