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Employment Integration Program for Immigrants and Visible Minorities
QC, Canada
Subsidy to hire immigrants and visible minorities in Quebec
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grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
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- Gouvernement du Québec
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grant_card_status|open
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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
This program provides financial assistance to support the employment of immigrants and visible minorities, with coverage options for wages, training, and adaptation of human resources practices.
- Wage subsidy covering up to 60% of the gross salary for a maximum duration of 40 weeks, with a cap equivalent to the minimum wage for up to 40 hours per week.
- Subsidy for accompaniment covering up to 100% of the gross salary or fees of a mentor, with a maximum amount of $2,000.
- Subsidy for training sessions covering up to 100% of direct costs, with a maximum amount of $5,000 for up to 80 hours.
- Subsidy for adapting practices and tools in human resources management, covering up to 100% of direct costs with a maximum amount of $5,000.
- For individuals with disabilities, wage subsidy can extend to 60 weeks, covering up to 70% of the gross salary, with general expenses reimbursed up to $10,000 for workplace adaptations and accessibility improvements.
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
Adapting HR practices for multicultural team entry
$ 5,000
Inclusive workplace adaptation for disabled employees
$ 5,000
Hiring program for software development trainees
$ 5,000
Training immigrants in sustainable building practices
$ 5,000
Women-led cooperative hires and trains shippers
$ 5,000
Integration program for immigrant culinary trainees
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
The grant covers a range of expenses that facilitate the hiring and integration of immigrants and visible minority individuals in the workforce.
- Salary subsidies covering up to 60% of the salary for immigrant or visible minority hires, up to a maximum equivalent to the current minimum wage for 40 hours per week.
- Full coverage of the salary or fees for accompanying and supporting employees, up to a limit of $2000.
- 100% coverage of direct costs related to additional training, up to 80 hours, with a maximum of $5000.
- 100% coverage of direct costs for adapting human resources management practices and tools, with a maximum of $5000.
- Extended salary subsidies for hiring individuals with disabilities (up to 60 weeks and covering 70% of the salary).
- Reimbursement of certain general expenses related to accommodating individuals with disabilities, up to $10,000, such as workplace adaptation equipment or accessibility modifications.
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|register
- Step 1: Check Pre-Eligibility
- Utilize the eligibility verification tool to determine if your enterprise and the jobs offered are pre-eligible for a wage subsidy.
- Step 2: Prepare the Application Form
- Fill out the 'Demande de subvention salariale - Entreprise privée' form or 'Demande de subvention salariale - OSBL' form available in PDF format.
- Step 3: Submission
- Submit the completed form by mail or in person to your local Services Québec office.
- Consider scheduling an appointment with a business services agent for assistance if needed.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Additional information relevant to this grant includes specific details related to the financial assistance provided, including particular conditions and extensions available for certain applicants:
- The salary subsidy for hiring persons with disabilities can extend up to 60 weeks, covering up to 70% of the gross salary, capped at the minimum wage in effect.
- Employers of persons with disabilities may receive reimbursement for specific general expenses, up to $10,000, facilitating program participation. Examples include workplace equipment adaptation and space accessibility improvements.
