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EHRC — Destination Trade

Wage subsidies for electricity-sector apprentice placements
Government of Canada
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada

Overview

Provides wage subsidies of up to $5,000 for employers in the electricity industry. It supports new work-integrated learning placements for third- and fourth-year apprentices.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Attract or retain talent
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Location
  • Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • 499 employees maximum
Audience
  • Canadians

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Creating new work-integrated learning placements for third- and fourth-year apprentices
  • Supporting apprentice work opportunities in the electricity industry
  • Supporting placements that help apprentices complete their Certificate of Qualification

Documents Needed

  • Employer application
  • Participant eligibility form
  • Placement contract
  • Proof of employment and start date
  • Participant wage and benefits information

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Electricity generation, transmission, and distribution firms
  • Renewable energy support businesses
  • Equipment manufacturing and related service providers
  • Small and medium-sized enterprises in the electricity sector

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations based in Quebec
  • Employers outside the eligible electricity-sector activities

Eligible expenses

  • Wage subsidies for apprentice placements
  • Reimbursement of wages or salary through monthly claims

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Placements longer than one year
  • Placements that are not meaningful work-integrated learning opportunities
  • Hiring friends or family members without a sufficient nepotism policy
  • Entering another funded sub-agreement in the same fiscal year for a wage or training subsidy

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada, except Quebec

Processing and Agreement

  • The application is reviewed after submission.
  • Processing time is up to 10 business days.
  • Approved placements require a signed contract by the employer, participant, and EHRC.
  • The employer submits monthly reimbursement claims during the placement.
  • Evaluation surveys are completed at the end of the placement.

Additional information

  • Processing time is up to 10 business days.
  • The placement requires a formal learning plan before it starts.
  • Monthly reimbursement claims are required.
  • Post-participation surveys and ongoing monitoring may be required.

Contacts

verroen@ehrc.ca
343-643-2387

Frequently Asked Questions about the EHRC — Destination Trade Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the EHRC — Destination Trade. 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 EHRC — Destination Trade?

Provides wage subsidies of up to $5,000 for employers in the electricity industry. It supports new work-integrated learning placements for third- and fourth-year apprentices.

How much funding can be received?

EHRC — Destination Trade Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the EHRC — Destination Trade program?

To be eligible for the EHRC — Destination Trade program, you must: Electricity-sector employer or SME Third- or fourth-year Red Seal apprentice Meaningful work placement required

What expenses are eligible under EHRC — Destination Trade?

Creating new work-integrated learning placements for third- and fourth-year apprentices Supporting apprentice work opportunities in the electricity industry Supporting placements that help apprentices complete their Certificate of Qualification

Who can I contact for more information about the EHRC — Destination Trade?

You can contact Government of Canada by email at verroen@ehrc.ca or by phone at 343-643-2387.

Where is the EHRC — Destination Trade available?

The EHRC — Destination Trade program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Yukon.

Is the EHRC — Destination Trade a grant, loan, or tax credit?

EHRC — Destination Trade is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

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