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Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP))
Supports apprenticeship training and innovation in Red Seal trades
Latest source updateLast Update: April 3, 2026Latest change: Changed: eligibility, timeline and deadlines, scope and target audience.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: April 3, 2026
Latest change: Changed: eligibility, timeline and deadlines, scope and target audience.
Grant changed: eligibility, timeline and deadlines
We detected changes to eligibility, timeline and deadlines, scope and target audience, application process.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
September 5, 2024
Opened June 20, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
The Union Training and Innovation Program provides up to $25 million annually to support apprenticeship training, innovation, and partnerships in Red Seal trades across Canada. It includes funding for training equipment and materials, as well as innovative projects to address apprenticeship challenges and improve participation in the skilled trades.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Canadians
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
- Unions
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Apprenticeship training in Red Seal trades.
- Purchase of training equipment and materials.
- Innovative approaches to address apprenticeship challenges.
- Partnership-based apprenticeship projects.
Documents Needed
- Application for Funding form
- Budget Detail Template
- Union collaboration letter, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Unions representing workers in Red Seal trades.
- Organizations managing training trust funds for unions.
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- For-profit organizations.
- Public and Indigenous organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations located and operating in Quebec.
Eligible expenses
- Training equipment and materials for Red Seal trades.
- Project costs related to innovative apprenticeship approaches.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada, except Quebec.
Additional information
- The program is under the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy.
- The objective is to improve training quality and workforce inclusivity in skilled trades.
- Target groups include women, Indigenous people, newcomers, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP)) Program
What is the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP))?
The Union Training and Innovation Program provides up to $25 million annually to support apprenticeship training, innovation, and partnerships in Red Seal trades across Canada. It includes funding for training equipment and materials, as well as innovative projects to address apprenticeship challenges and improve participation in the skilled trades.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 5, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP)) program?
To be eligible for the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP)) program, you must:
Located in Canada
Union-led or union-involved
Targets Red Seal trades
What expenses are eligible under Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP))?
Apprenticeship training in Red Seal trades.
Purchase of training equipment and materials.
Innovative approaches to address apprenticeship challenges.
Partnership-based apprenticeship projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP))?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
Where is the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP)) available?
The Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP)) program is available across Canada.
Is the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP)) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) - Union Training and Innovation (UTIP)) is a Partnering and Collaboration