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Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing

Q: What is the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing?

WILWorks Skilled Trades in Advanced Manufacturing provides employers with a wage subsidy covering 50% of a participant’s wages, up to a maximum of $5,000, to help build a future skilled workforce in advanced manufacturing. Eligible activities include hosting paid placements of 8 to 20 weeks and providing employer-led, mentored hands-on training combined with self-directed online learning in industrial mechanic and industrial electrician pathways.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing program?

To be eligible for the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing program, you must: • Be a legal Canadian business or organization. • Operate in Canadian manufacturing (or a similar sector). • Commit to providing hands-on, mentor-led training (with available skilled staff).

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing?

You can contact Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC) by email at info@emccanada.org.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing?

Hosting paid work-integrated learning placements (8 to 20 weeks) to provide hands-on pre-apprenticeship experience in advanced manufacturing skilled trades. Delivering a blended training program combining self-directed online learning with employer-led practical training in mechanical and electrical topics. Providing structured mentorship/coaching by experienced staff to train participants in real workplace applications. Training participants for skilled trades roles such as Industrial Millwright and Industrial Electrician within an advanced manufacturing setting. Offering optional training components related to lean manufacturing and employability skills alongside technical training.

Q: Where is the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing available?

The Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing program is available across Canada.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing program.

Last Update: January 19, 2026

Canada

Subsidizes employer-led training placements for youth in advanced manufacturing

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : January 19, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Educational services

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit
For-profit business

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Canadians
Youth (<40)

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Overview

WILWorks Skilled Trades in Advanced Manufacturing provides employers with a wage subsidy covering 50% of a participant’s wages, up to a maximum of $5,000, to help build a future skilled workforce in advanced manufacturing. Eligible activities include hosting paid placements of 8 to 20 weeks and providing employer-led, mentored hands-on training combined with self-directed online learning in industrial mechanic and industrial electrician pathways.

Activities funded

Hosting paid work-integrated learning placements (8 to 20 weeks) to provide hands-on pre-apprenticeship experience in advanced manufacturing skilled trades.
Delivering a blended training program combining self-directed online learning with employer-led practical training in mechanical and electrical topics.
Providing structured mentorship/coaching by experienced staff to train participants in real workplace applications.
Training participants for skilled trades roles such as Industrial Millwright and Industrial Electrician within an advanced manufacturing setting.
Offering optional training components related to lean manufacturing and employability skills alongside technical training.

Eligibility

Be a legally incorporated Canadian business or organization.
Operate in Canada’s manufacturing sector or a similar sector.
Have staff available with relevant technical skills to support training delivery.
Commit to providing hands-on, mentor-led training to the participant during the placement.

Who is eligible?

Canadian manufacturing companies
Organizations in the Canadian manufacturing sector
Businesses operating in a similar sector to Canadian manufacturing

Who is not eligible

Businesses or organizations that are not legally established in Canada.
Companies outside the Canadian manufacturing sector (or a similar sector).

Eligible expenses

Wages paid to program participants during the training placement period (50% wage subsidy, up to a maximum of $5,000 per participant).

Eligible geographic areas

Canada (Canadian legal businesses or organizations).

How to apply

Confirm employer eligibility

Confirm you are a Canadian legal business or organization
Operate in the Canadian manufacturing sector or a similar sector
Ensure you can provide staff with relevant technical skills to support training

Confirm participant eligibility

Identify participants aged 15 to 29 (current employees, newly hired, or students)
Confirm they are legally authorized to work in Canada
Confirm they are not enrolled in an apprenticeship program and are not certified in a skilled trade
Confirm they are not currently working in the targeted trade

Plan the training placement

Select training duration between 8 and 20 weeks (up to 20 weeks)
Plan employer-led, mentored hands-on training
Align training with online self-directed learning content

Select training focus

Choose the trade pathway to be explored (industrial millwright or industrial electrician)
Select relevant mechanical and electrical topics as offered
Optionally include lean manufacturing and employability skills training

Register for the program

Register to participate in the WILWorks program
Prepare to support the participant during the placement

Get support and clarifications

Contact EMC Canada for more information or questions
Download and consult the FAQ if needed

Additional information

The program is funded by the Government of Canada’s Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy.
Training placements can last up to 20 weeks.
Participants have access to self-directed online learning focused on introductory technical skills for industrial millwrights and industrial electricians.
Spaces are limited.

Contacts

info@emccanada.org

Canada

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing. 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 Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Developing the next generation for skilled trades in advanced manufacturing?

Hosting paid work-integrated learning placements (8 to 20 weeks) to provide hands-on pre-apprenticeship experience in advanced manufacturing skilled trades. Delivering a blended training program combining self-directed online learning with employer-led practical training in mechanical and electrical topics. Providing structured mentorship/coaching by experienced staff to train participants in real workplace applications. Training participants for skilled trades roles such as Industrial Millwright and Industrial Electrician within an advanced manufacturing setting. Offering optional training components related to lean manufacturing and employability skills alongside technical training.