
eForcePEI
Last Update: July 22, 2025
PE, Canada
Online training for PEI employers
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Financing Type
Other Support
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
Gain access to a library of online training courses to help develop your employees, enhance their skills, and improve your business overall.
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 5,800
Train non-profit volunteers in fundraising techniques using online courses provided by the Fundraising Institute of Canada
$ 8,500
Provide customer service training for employees using specialized online courses from Service Excellence Canada
$ 8,700
Upgrade technical skills of IT team through Udacity's advanced online programming courses
$ 7,000
Enhance marketing skills through Coursera's specialized digital marketing courses for the marketing team
$ 11,000
Develop leadership skills via Harvard Business School's online leadership courses for cooperative managers
$ 7,500
Implement a health and safety training program using online resources from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
Eligibility
- Must be a resident of Prince Edward Island
- Open to business owners, managers, employees, and job seekers
Who is eligible?
There are several eligible types of companies for the eForce PEI grant:
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Non-profit organizations
- Islanders seeking skill development
Who is not eligible
There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for the grant:
- Companies outside Prince Edward Island
- Large corporations with over 500 employees
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include:
- Training fees
- Course materials
- Online course subscriptions
- Certification exam costs
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria focus on the applicant's ability to demonstrate the relevance of the proposed training to skill development and employability.
- Demonstrated relevance of proposed training to skill development.
- Ability to showcase how the training contributes to improved employability.
- Alignment of the training with the individual's or organization's learning and development objectives.
- Evidence of a commitment to completing the training program.
- Potential impact of the training on the individual's career progression or the organization's growth.
How to apply
1
Select a program that meets your needs.
- Create an account by providing your name, email, and password.
- Agree to the Terms of Use.
2
Activate your account by clicking on the confirmation link sent by email.
3
Choose the course(s) of your interest from the library.
Enroll in the selected course(s) to confirm your interest.
4
Start the training by accessing the content.
Complete the training to receive the certificates of achievement.
Additional information
Here is one additional relevant detail for this grant:
- Participants can access various video resources for guidance on using SkillsPass and managing their Worker Passport.
Contacts
eforcepei@skillspass.com
902-566-4716
Frequently Asked Questions about the eForcePEI Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the eForcePEI. 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 eForcePEI?
How much funding can be received?
What is the deadline to apply?
Is the eForcePEI a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Who are the financial supporters of the eForcePEI?
Who is eligible for the eForcePEI program?
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Where is the eForcePEI available?

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