Experience Matters Program

Eligibility for companies interested in the Experience Matters! program relates to their interest in employing experienced workers.

• The company must be looking to add experienced workers (aged 55+) to their team.
• The company must be interested in receiving support through training, job placement, and wage subsidies for experienced workers.

Who is eligible?

Experienced workers aged 55 and above, seeking training, support, and job placement, as well as employers looking to hire experienced workers (aged 55+) and benefit from training and wage subsidies, are eligible to apply for the Experience Matters! program.

Eligible expenses

This program offers support for employers and job seekers aged 55+ through training, job placement, and wage subsidies. These activities aim to integrate experienced workers into the workforce while assisting employers in meeting their labor needs.

• Customized training programs for experienced job seekers.
• Job placement services for workers aged 55+ to connect with employers.
• Wage subsidies to encourage employers to hire experienced workers.

Grant applicants are evaluated based on their eligibility for the program and alignment with the goals of Experience Matters!. The selection criteria include experience level, willingness to participate in training, and potential for successful job placement.

• Experience level of the applicant
• Willingness to participate in training
• Potential for successful job placement