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Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program
Support for tariff-affected workers and employers
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program provides $18.2 million over three years to support Manitoba workers and employers affected by tariffs. It funds training, employment services, self-employment supports, and employer workforce upskilling to help businesses adapt and stay competitive.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Employment services for workers.
- Skilled trades training and other skills development training.
- Self-employment supports.
- Demand-led training partnerships.
- Employee training to help businesses retain and upskill their workforce.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Workers.
- Employers.
- Service partners.
Eligible expenses
- Training costs for employees.
- Support for skills development and upskilling.
- Costs related to employment services and workforce adaptation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program. 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-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program?
This program provides $18.2 million over three years to support Manitoba workers and employers affected by tariffs. It funds training, employment services, self-employment supports, and employer workforce upskilling to help businesses adapt and stay competitive.
Who is eligible for the Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program program?
To be eligible for the Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program program, you must:
Workers, employers, or service partners.
Tariff-impacted organizations or workers.
Fits a program pathway.
What expenses are eligible under Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program?
Employment services for workers.
Skilled trades training and other skills development training.
Self-employment supports.
Demand-led training partnerships.
Employee training to help businesses retain and upskill their workforce.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program available?
The Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program?
Canada-Manitoba Workforce Tariff Response Program is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Government of Manitoba