Open
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : August 14, 2023
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Employment Ontario provides free support to help job seekers and employers with hiring, training, and career development in Ontario.
Services include resume writing, interview training, job search help, apprenticeship support, and employer counselling.
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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.
Documents Needed
- Payroll account number
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employers in Ontario.
- Job seekers in Ontario.
- Students and youth in Ontario.
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
- Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose a service
- Select the Employment Ontario service or program that matches your needs.
- Step 2: Create or access your account
- Create an Ontario.ca Login if required.
- Register your organization with Transfer Payment Ontario if needed.
- Step 3: Submit your request
- Complete the relevant online application or appointment request.
- Submit it through the designated portal.
- Step 4: Wait for confirmation
- Transfer Payment Ontario will email you when registration is approved.
- Applications are reviewed as they are received for some programs.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Employment Ontario Program
What is the Employment Ontario?
Employment Ontario provides free support to help job seekers and employers with hiring, training, and career development in Ontario. Services include resume writing, interview training, job search help, apprenticeship support, and employer counselling.
Who is eligible for the Employment Ontario program?
To be eligible for the Employment Ontario program, you must:
Ontario employers seeking hiring or training support.
Businesses using Employment Ontario employer services.
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.
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