Extend the employment periods of your staff - Seasonal jobs
QC, Canada
Stabilization of Employment Program: Financial aid to extend employment periods for seasonal and precarious workers.
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Gouvernement du Québec
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The Stabilization of Employment program provides financial assistance to businesses to extend employment periods for seasonal workers. Projects can focus on diversifying products or services to prolong seasonal employment. Eligible organizations include private companies, worker or employer associations, professional associations, non-profits, and cooperatives.
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Eligible projects and activities for this grant include those aimed at extending employment periods through diversification of products or services or through workforce sharing between multiple employers.
- Projects aimed at product or service diversification
- Projects aimed at adding new job tasks
- Workforce sharing projects involving three or more employers
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$5,000
Whistler
Launching a new line of winter sports equipment to extend employment for seasonal workers
$5,000
Montreal
Launching a seasonal farm-to-table restaurant to extend employment for seasonal workers
$5,000
Kelowna
Developing a workforce sharing program between a farming cooperative and a packaging company
$5,000
Toronto
Developing an online retail branch to extend employment for seasonal warehouse workers
$5,000
Banff
Enhancing the eco-tourism services to extend employment for guides and staff
$5,000
Victoria
Creating new seasonal art workshops to extend the employment of artists and facilitators
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Organizations eligible for this grant include private enterprises and various associations, especially those in sectors with significant seasonal fluctuations.
- Private enterprises
- Associations of workers or employers
- Professional associations
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
- Self-employed workers
- Projects that aim to extend employment periods through product or service diversification or task addition
- Projects that aim to enable workforce sharing among three or more employers
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Yes, there are eligible types of companies for this grant. The eligible organizations include various types of businesses, associations, cooperatives, and nonprofit organizations, especially those in sectors with significant seasonal fluctuations.
- Private companies
- Associations of workers or employers
- Professional associations
- Nonprofit organizations
- Cooperatives
- Self-employed workers
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A grant might be allocated to cover specific project-related expenses. These expenses will be detailed after an evaluation by a business advisor based on project nature, business needs, budget, sector, and regional priorities.
- Salary of the resource whose employment period is extended
- Salary of the coordinator for the workforce sharing project
- Fees for an external consultant hired to support the development of the workforce sharing project
- Costs related to management and administration activities associated with the agreement
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The grant is available to businesses within Québec, Canada. No specific geographic zones are mentioned beyond this provincial scope.
- Businesses in Québec
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The evaluation and selection criteria for this grant include an analysis of the project by a business advisor, taking into account factors such as the nature of the project, the needs of the business, budget availability, sector, and regional priorities.
- Nature of the project
- Needs of the business
- Budget availability
- Sector of activity
- Regional and Quebec-wide priorities
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- Step 1: Communicate with a business advisor working at the Services Québec office in your region.
- Step 2: Receive support to analyze your needs.
- Step 3: Discuss and develop possible solutions tailored to your situation with the advisor.
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The program offers tailored financial support to enterprises to stabilize employment periods for precarious and seasonal workers through product or service diversification or workforce sharing projects.
- Eligible organizations include private businesses, worker or employer associations, professional associations, non-profit organizations, and cooperatives.
- Projects must either aim to prolong employment periods by diversifying products/services or facilitate workforce sharing between three or more employers.
- Financial assistance may cover the salaries of extended employment resources, project coordinators, external consultants, and related management/admin fees.
- Decisions on financial assistance are based on the project's nature, business needs, budgetary constraints, industry sector, and regional/national priorities.
- Initial contact and application processing are managed through local Services Québec business advisors.
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Grant Summary
The Quebec government offers the Stabilization of Employment program to extend employment periods for workers in sectors with seasonal or cyclical fluctuations. This program provides financial assistance to businesses for projects aimed at prolonging seasonal employment or sharing workforce among multiple employers.
Understanding the Stabilization of Employment Grant
The Stabilization of Employment grant is a valuable resource provided by the Quebec government to assist businesses in managing employment fluctuations. This initiative is specifically designed to support enterprises in extending the employment periods of their workers, particularly those with precarious or seasonal jobs. This detailed guide will help you understand the various aspects of this grant, from eligibility criteria to the application process, ensuring you can make the most of this opportunity.
Objectives of the Grant
The primary objective of the Stabilization of Employment grant is to reduce the frequency of layoffs in sectors subject to seasonal or cyclical fluctuations, such as agriculture and fishing. By extending the employment periods of workers, the grant aims to provide a more stable income and employment situation, benefiting both the employers and the workforce. The program is divided into two key components:
- Prolongation of Seasonal Employment: This component aims to provide financial assistance to companies that develop projects to extend the employment periods of seasonal or precarious workers. Projects might include diversifying products or services offered by the company to ensure continued employment.
- Partnership and Workforce Matching: This component supports projects that facilitate the sharing of workforce among three or more employers, thus providing employees with continuous employment opportunities across different businesses.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Stabilization of Employment grant, organizations must fall into one of the following categories:
- Private enterprises
- Worker or employer associations
- Professional associations
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
Additionally, self-employed individuals are also eligible to apply. While the program is open to various sectors, a particular emphasis is placed on industries with significant seasonal employment fluctuations.
Eligible projects should aim to either:
- Extend employment periods through diversification of products or services, or by adding new tasks (under the Prolongation of Seasonal Employment component).
- Enable workforce sharing among three or more employers (under the Partnership and Workforce Matching component).
Financial Assistance
The amount of financial assistance provided under the Stabilization of Employment grant is determined based on the specific needs of the enterprise, the nature of the project, budgetary considerations, sector of activity, and regional and provincial priorities. A thorough analysis by a business advisor will help clarify the eligible expenses and the amount of funding available. Here are some examples of expenses that might be covered by the grant:
- Salaries of employees whose employment periods are being extended
- Salary of the coordinator managing the workforce sharing project
- Fees for external consultants hired to support the development of the workforce sharing project
- Costs related to management and administrative activities necessary for the agreement
Application Process
If you believe your business could benefit from the Stabilization of Employment grant, the first step is to contact a business advisor at your regional Services Québec office. These advisors will guide you through the process, providing tailored assistance based on your specific needs and circumstances. Here’s a step-by-step outline of the application process:
- Initial Consultation: Reach out to a business advisor at your regional Services Québec office. An initial consultation will help identify your business needs and determine how the grant can support your objectives.
- Project Development: Work with your advisor to develop a comprehensive project plan that outlines how your business intends to extend employment periods or facilitate workforce sharing. This plan should include detailed information about the project scope, objectives, and anticipated outcomes.
- Submission of Application: Submit your application, including the project plan and any supporting documentation, to the Services Québec office. Your advisor will help ensure all required information is included to prevent unnecessary delays in processing your application.
- Review and Decision: Your application will be reviewed by Services Québec. The decision will be based on the nature of your project, the specific needs of your business, the available budget, and the economic priorities of your region and the province.
- Implementation and Monitoring: If your application is approved, you will receive the grant funding to implement your project. Ongoing monitoring and support will be provided to ensure the project is on track and achieving the desired outcomes.
Benefits of the Grant
The Stabilization of Employment grant offers several benefits to both employers and employees. For employers, it provides a financial cushion to support projects that can enhance business operations and employee retention. For employees, it offers greater job security and financial stability, reducing the uncertainty associated with seasonal or precarious employment.
Some key benefits include:
- Enhanced Employee Retention: By extending employment periods, businesses can retain experienced and skilled workers, reducing the costs and time associated with recruiting and training new employees.
- Business Diversification: Projects aimed at diversifying products or services can open new revenue streams and make businesses more resilient to economic fluctuations.
- Workforce Flexibility: The workforce sharing component allows businesses to access a wider pool of skilled workers, improving operational efficiency and adaptability.
- Community Impact: By stabilizing employment, the grant can have a positive impact on the local economy and community, supporting overall economic growth and development.
Conclusion
The Stabilization of Employment grant is a strategic initiative by the Quebec government to support businesses in managing employment fluctuations. By extending employment periods and facilitating workforce sharing, the program provides essential financial assistance to stabilize the workforce in sectors with seasonal or cyclical employment patterns.
If your business operates in such a sector and you are looking for ways to enhance job security and operational sustainability, this grant could be a perfect fit. Contact your regional Services Québec office today to begin the application process and explore how this grant can benefit your business and employees.
For more detailed information, refer to the Guide of Measures and Employment Services related to employment stabilization projects, or get in touch with a business advisor at Services Québec.
Remember, ensuring a stable and skilled workforce is crucial for the long-term success and growth of any business, and the Stabilization of Employment grant could be the key to achieving that stability.
