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Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities
Wage subsidies for precision metalworking placements
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: Career-Ready with CTMA: Expanding Opportunities now shows an open application window from July 6, 2026 to April 12, 2027, with updated funding and application details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: Career-Ready with CTMA: Expanding Opportunities now shows an open application window from July 6, 2026 to April 12, 2027, with updated funding and application details.
Career-Ready CTMA openings and terms updated
Career-Ready with CTMA: Expanding Opportunities now shows applications open from July 6, 2026 to April 12, 2027, with first-come, first-served review until all available funding is allocated. The page also now states participants must have a start date on or after June 30, 2026, and that employers can receive $5,000 for each Experiential Work Placement, up to $15,000 per participant, with support for up to four candidates.
Funding available
$ 15,000
Deadline
April 12, 2027
Opened July 6, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Career-Ready with CTMA: Expanding Opportunities supports eligible Ontario employers with non-repayable wage subsidies for experiential work placements in the precision metalworking sector. Eligible employers can receive 50% of wages paid, up to $5,000 for each placement, to support hiring, upskilling, and workplace learning.
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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 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
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
- Experiential Work Placements (EWPs) in the precision metalworking sector
- Upskilling of existing employees
Documents Needed
- Resume
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employers licensed to operate in Ontario
- SMEs in the precision metalworking sector whose primary business is focused on design, manufacture, repair, or assembly in the listed areas
- Candidates who are residents of Ontario and eligible to work in Canada
- New Apprentices, High School Graduates, Post-Secondary Graduates, Post-Secondary Co-Op Students, existing employees looking to upskill, and Job Seekers
Eligible expenses
- Wages paid to eligible new hires or existing employees during the placement
Selection criteria
- Priority will be given to members of the Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA).
- Applications are assessed on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds have been fully allocated.
How to apply
- Employers must identify a candidate before applying.
- Employers should contact robin@ctma.com or 613-229-1669 to apply.
- Candidates should send a resume to rcattle@ctma.com or call 416-301-6224 to apply.
Processing and Agreement
- Funding is distributed through a Training Placement Agreement signed by the employer, participant, and CTMA.
- Employers must follow or develop a list of Technical Learning Outcomes (TLOs) on an individual basis to track progress during monitoring visits.
- For each Apprentice, submit a copy of a Ministry-approved Registered Training Agreement (RTA) to CTMA.
- Provide access to the participant and trainer for periodic monitoring visits, which may be in-person or virtual, and respond promptly to telephone calls, emails, and questionnaires from CTMA.
- Submit evidence of wages paid, signed by both the employer and the participant, and provide a final evaluation of the trainee’s skills against the identified goals and outcomes.
Additional information
- Applications are currently closed.
- The program supports up to 150 experiential work placements.
- Work placements run for 10 to 16 weeks.
- Consecutive placements are allowed if completed by March 20, 2026.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities Program
What is the Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities?
Career-Ready with CTMA: Expanding Opportunities supports eligible Ontario employers with non-repayable wage subsidies for experiential work placements in the precision metalworking sector. Eligible employers can receive 50% of wages paid, up to $5,000 for each placement, to support hiring, upskilling, and workplace learning.
How much funding can be received?
Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is April 12, 2027. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities program?
To be eligible for the Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities program, you must:
Employers must be licensed to operate in Ontario and provide training in Ontario for a job located in Ontario
Employers must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Employment Standards Act
Candidates must be residents of Ontario, eligible to work in Canada, and meet one of the listed participant categories
What expenses are eligible under Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities?
Experiential Work Placements (EWPs) in the precision metalworking sector
Upskilling of existing employees
Who can I contact for more information about the Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities?
You can contact Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA) by email at robin@ctma.com or by phone at 613-229-1669.
Where is the Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities available?
The Career-Ready with CTMA — Expanding Opportunities program is available the province of Ontario.