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Financial assistance for the hiring of a person to integrate a job on a long-term basis

Last Update: March 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Supports employers hiring candidates facing employment barriers
Tax Credits
Wage Subsidies And Interns
Gouvernment of Québec
Overview
At a glance
Eligible projects
Eligibility
How to apply
Other info

Overview

The Financial Assistance for the Hiring of a Person to Integrate a Job on a Long-Term Basis provides employers in Quebec with wage subsidies covering a percentage of the employee's gross salary up to the minimum wage. The program supports the sustainable integration or skill development of individuals facing barriers to employment, and can also reimburse training and accompaniment costs, with the exact funding amount varying by case and sub-program.

At a glance

Funding available
Financing goals
    Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Persons with Disabilities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
Target groups
  • Indigenous peoples
  • New immigrants & refugees
  • People with disabilities
  • Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Municipal

Activities funded

  • Hiring an individual facing difficulties integrating into the workforce for long-term employment.
  • Integrating new employees into regular or recurring seasonal positions within the company.
  • Providing work experience opportunities to develop or maintain employees’ competencies.
  • Offering practical training through a workplace apprenticeship program to support skill development for lasting employment.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 24,000
Onboarding a person with disabilities with tailored workplace supports
$ 20,000
Hiring an apprentice baker with on-site pastry training
$ 23,500
Supporting a new production assistant with workplace integration plan
$ 23,500
Hiring a new warehouse associate with job coaching support
$ 19,000
Integrating a seasonal landscaping worker with practical training
$ 21,000
Work experience for an IT support junior with mentorship program

Eligibility

  • The company must operate in Quebec and offer employment opportunities within the province.
  • The applicant must have a registered office or establishment in Quebec as recognized by the Registraire des entreprises.
  • The company must provide supervision and support to the newly hired employee.
  • The company must offer positions that are regular full-time, part-time, or recurring seasonal, and the role must support the development or maintenance of employee skills.
  • The company must comply with applicable Quebec legislation.

Who is eligible?

  • All businesses operating in Quebec (for the "Insertion en emploi" stream), except certain exceptions
  • Non-profit organizations (for the "Expérience de travail" stream)
  • Municipal corporations (for the "Expérience de travail" stream)
  • Band councils (for the "Expérience de travail" stream)

Eligible expenses

  • Portion of the salary of the newly hired employee, up to a specified limit.
  • Portion or full amount of the salary or fees of an employee providing support and supervision to the new hire.
  • Direct costs related to supplementary training for the new hire.
  • Overhead costs related to accommodations for an employee with a disability.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

How to apply

1

Check preliminary eligibility

  • Check if your company and the position offered meet the program's preliminary eligibility criteria by using the Employer and Job Preliminary Eligibility Verification Tool
  • This step helps you assess your chances before formally applying
2

Complete the application form

  • Obtain and complete the Salary Subsidy Application Form for Private Enterprise or Non-profit Organization (PDF)
  • Ensure all required information about your business and the potential new hire is included
3

Submit the application

  • Submit the completed application form to your local Services Québec office by deposit or mail
  • Contact Services Québec to schedule a meeting with a business services agent if needed
4

Have candidate assessed by Services Québec

  • Ensure the candidate to be hired is evaluated by an employment assistance officer from Services Québec
  • The candidate must be declared eligible for the wage subsidy program
5

Await application decision

  • Wait for confirmation regarding the approval or refusal of your wage subsidy application from Services Québec

Additional information

  • An employer can use the preliminary eligibility verification tool to assess basic eligibility before applying, but this tool is not a final decision on eligibility.
  • If dissatisfied with a decision or service, applicants may file a complaint with the Directorate for Customer Service Quality Improvement.
  • The program provides additional provisions for candidates with disabilities, including reimbursement of general expenses.
  • There are references to complementary wage subsidy programs such as PRIIME and PAIPNI that may be relevant for some employers.
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