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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : August 14, 2023
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Access advice, grants and other services regarding hiring and training employees.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : August 14, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
Employment Ontario offers various supports and projects designed to enhance job readiness and employment opportunities. The eligible activities encompass career guidance, job search assistance, and skills development programs.
- Resume writing and interview preparation support.
- Skills and job search training sessions.
- Apprenticeship programs in over 140 skilled trades.
- Adult learning courses for skill building and retraining.
- Youth employment and student job finding assistance.
- Services for employers to attract and recruit employees.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible types of companies for this grant include small businesses, non-profit organizations, and public sector organizations.
- Small businesses
- Non-profit organizations
- Public sector organizations
Eligible expenses
This grant provides support for employers and job seekers in Ontario with a focus on hiring, training, and career development. Eligible projects aim to enhance employment opportunities and workforce skills.
- Supporting businesses in hiring apprentices in over 100 skilled trades.
- Funding for training current or newly hired employees through the Canada-Ontario Job Grant.
- Financial support for businesses hiring young workers.
- Assistance for job seekers through employment counsellors to develop career goals and interview preparation.
- Job creation partnerships to sponsor work opportunities for job seekers.
- Programs addressing challenges in hiring, training, and retaining workers.
- Guidance for workforce management during business restructuring.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is facilitated by Employment Ontario and supports regions across Ontario. The services are available in various locations, ensuring broad accessibility to job-seekers and employers alike.
- All regions in Ontario, including Northern Ontario and the City of Toronto.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Services available include 1-on-1 support with an employment counsellor to aid in job search and career preparation.
- Over 700 locations available for job-seeking support across Ontario.
- Employers can receive guidance on attracting and recruiting the right employees as well as financial incentives for training.
- Specific programs cater to youth and students for early career development.
- Resources available for those moving to Ontario, helping them work in their profession or trade.
- Contact options include phone, toll-free, TTY, live chat, and email for assistance and inquiries.
- Support includes programs like Employment Insurance (EI), Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), Ontario Works, and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) for job seekers in financial need.
Documents and links
Frequently Asked Questions about the Employment Ontario Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Employment Ontario. 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 Employment Ontario?
Access advice, grants and other services regarding hiring and training employees.
Who is eligible for the Employment Ontario program?
To be eligible for the Employment Ontario program, you must:
The company must have a payroll account number to post jobs using the Ontario Job Bank.
What expenses are eligible under Employment Ontario?
Employment Ontario offers various supports and projects designed to enhance job readiness and employment opportunities. The eligible activities encompass career guidance, job search assistance, and skills development programs. Resume writing and interview preparation support.
Skills and job search training sessions.
Apprenticeship programs in over 140 skilled trades.
Adult learning courses for skill building and retraining.
Youth employment and student job finding assistance.
Services for employers to attract and recruit employees.
Who can I contact for more information about the Employment Ontario?
You can contact Government of Ontario (ON).
Where is the Employment Ontario available?
The Employment Ontario program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Employment Ontario?
Employment Ontario is funded by Government of Ontario (ON)