grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • grant_single|allIndustries
grant_single|grantors
  • Gouvernement du Québec
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Wage subsidy for up to 52 weeks for employers who hire immigrants or visible minorities for a first experience in their field in a regular job.

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

  • Financial assistance is provided to the employer for a determined period, based on the integration challenges, supervision needs, and the nature of the employment offered.
  • Subsidy covers a percentage of the gross salary, up to the minimum wage.
  • Possible reimbursement of a portion of the costs related to training, adaptation of human resource management practices and tools, and general expenses for a person with a disability; percentage and amounts vary depending on the type of wage subsidy and complexity of the position.

grant_single_labels|projects

This program supports activities that integrate immigrants and visible minorities into the workforce in Quebec. It provides financial assistance to employers who hire and mentor these individuals, with a focus on improving employment opportunities and workplace practices.
  • Hiring immigrants and visible minorities without North American work experience in their field.
  • Providing mentoring and supervision to newly hired immigrants and visible minorities.
  • Offering additional training specific to the needs of the new employees.
  • Adapting human resources practices and tools to better integrate and support diverse workforces.
  • Facilitating workplace modifications to ensure accessibility for hired persons with disabilities.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 5,000

Training immigrants in sustainable building practices

$ 5,000

Inclusive workplace adaptation for disabled employees

$ 5,000

Hiring program for software development trainees

$ 5,000

Women-led cooperative hires and trains shippers

$ 5,000

Integration program for immigrant culinary trainees

$ 5,000

Adapting HR practices for multicultural team entry

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility for companies to receive this grant is based on specific criteria concerning their operations and employee management.
  • The company must operate in Quebec.
  • The company must have a registered office or establishment with the Quebec enterprise registrar.
  • All types of companies operating in Quebec can apply, except public organizations and political organizations.
  • The employer must provide guidance to the hired individual.
  • The employer needs to comply with all applicable legislations.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Eligible types of companies for this grant are:
  • Private companies 
  • Employee and employer associations 
  • Professional associations  
  • Cooperatives 
  • Social economy enterprises 
  • Training institutions (including school service centers, vocational training centers
  • Vocational training centers, CEGEPs and universities) 
  • Municipal administrations (cities and RCMs) 
  • Band councils  
  • Non-profit organizations (including childcare centers) 
  • Community organizations active in the community

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

This grant is not available to certain companies based on their status or nature of activity, ensuring alignment with strategic employment and diversity objectives.
  • Public organizations.
  • Political organizations.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

  • Reimbursement of a portion of the gross salary up to the minimum wage.
  • Reimbursement of part of the salary or fees of an integration support person (accompagnateur).
  • Reimbursement of direct costs related to training.
  • Reimbursement of direct costs related to the adaptation of human resources management practices and tools.
  • General expenses for a person with a disability.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

This grant is available to companies operating within the province of Quebec. Employers must offer positions in Quebec and have a registered office or establishment there.
  • Businesses operating within the province of Quebec.

grant_single_labels|criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Here is a summary and the criteria:
  • The candidates must be immigrants or visible minorities without North American work experience, unemployed or underemployed, approved for the program by an employment aid officer and hold a letter of eligibility. Employers must provide support, have a registered office in Quebec, comply with legislation, and offer full or part-time positions.

grant_single_labels|apply

1
Eligibility check
Use the wage subsidy eligibility verification tool.
2
Fill out the application form
Fill out the form "Salary Subsidy Application - Private Company" or "Salary Subsidy Application - NPO".
3
Submit the request
  • Submit or mail the completed form to the Services Québec office.
  • Make an appointment with a business services agent if necessary.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

  • Employers must provide guidance and support to the hired individual throughout the integration period.
  • Employers must have a registered office or establishment in Quebec, registered with the Registraire des entreprises.
  • Decisions regarding eligibility are made by an employment assistance agent from Services Québec and require an official letter of eligibility.
  • Employers or organizations may submit complaints regarding decisions or services to the Direction de l’amélioration de la qualité des services à la clientèle.

grant_single_labels|documents

Employment Integration Program for Immigrants and Visible Minorities

Apply to this program

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