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Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response
Supports tariff-impacted workers through training
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
This partnership provides $15.6 million over three years to help tariff-impacted workers adapt, retrain, and find new opportunities. It supports training and employment services for workers in steel, softwood lumber, and other directly or indirectly affected sectors.
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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
- Develop a new program or service
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
- Saskatchewan
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
- Retraining and upskilling for in-demand jobs.
- Employment assistance for workers affected by tariffs.
- Skills development for workers in affected companies or supply chains.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Workers affected by global tariffs
- Unemployed workers seeking new skills
- Employed workers in affected companies or supply chains
- Workers covered by EI Work-Sharing agreements
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications and support are delivered through SaskJobs offices and training partners.
- Workers are assessed for retraining or employment assistance needs.
- Services are provided through existing, new, or enhanced programs.
Additional information
- Delivered through the existing province-wide network of SaskJobs offices and training partners.
- The partnership uses both existing and new or enhanced programs and services.
- Support is aimed at helping workers adapt, retrain, and move into new opportunities.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada-Saskatchewan 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-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response?
This partnership provides $15.6 million over three years to help tariff-impacted workers adapt, retrain, and find new opportunities. It supports training and employment services for workers in steel, softwood lumber, and other directly or indirectly affected sectors.
Who is eligible for the Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response program?
To be eligible for the Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response program, you must:
Tariff-impacted workers and employers
Workers needing retraining or job support
Workers in EI Work-Sharing agreements
What expenses are eligible under Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response?
Retraining and upskilling for in-demand jobs.
Employment assistance for workers affected by tariffs.
Skills development for workers in affected companies or supply chains.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada-Saskatchewan 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-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response available?
The Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response?
Canada-Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Government of Saskatchewan