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Funding: International Trade and Labour
Funding for international labour-related initiatives
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides funding to support labour-related initiatives in Canada and internationally. Up to $20,000,000 is available per grant agreement for eligible projects such as labour reports, social dialogue, cooperative activities, and dispute resolution.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Prepare and publish labour-related reports
- Promote social dialogue and cooperation
- Support intergovernmental consultations
- Manage independent evaluations and labour law dispute resolution
Documents Needed
- Organization legal status information
- Detailed estimate of expenditures
- Expected results and timeframe
- Performance measurement and evaluation process
- Disclosure of former public servants involved
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- International labour and labour-related organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations providing technical assistance on labour issues
- Secretariats or international organizations administering labour dimensions of trade agreements
- Publicly funded universities and colleges
Eligible expenses
- Staff wages and related employment costs
- Professional fees, materials, printing, and communication
- Travel, accommodation, and equipment-related costs
- Translation, evaluation, monitoring, and reporting costs
- Administrative costs and disability accommodation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Purchase of real property
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- International
Selection criteria
- Alignment with program priorities and objectives
- Clear expected results and timeframe
- Sound approach and methodology
- Reasonable and cost-effective budget
- Ability to deliver the intended results
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program information
- Check the program stream, objectives, and eligibility requirements.
- Confirm that your organization fits an eligible recipient category.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Gather the required organizational and project information.
- Prepare the proposal or application content required by the program.
- Step 3: Submit through the intake process
- Send the proposal or application through the program’s intake process when applications are open.
- Use the submission method indicated by the program.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a transparent intake process
- Proposals are assessed against program priorities and eligibility requirements
- Applicants may be asked to sign a grant agreement or separate contribution agreement
- Funding can depend on financial or performance reviews
- Annual and final reporting are required
Additional information
- Applications are currently not being accepted.
- For general inquiries, applicants are directed to contact the Labour Funding Program.
- COVID-19-affected projects should contact their funding representative.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Funding: International Trade and Labour Program
What is the Funding: International Trade and Labour?
This program provides funding to support labour-related initiatives in Canada and internationally. Up to $20,000,000 is available per grant agreement for eligible projects such as labour reports, social dialogue, cooperative activities, and dispute resolution.
How much funding can be received?
Funding: International Trade and Labour Funds up to $5,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Funding: International Trade and Labour program?
To be eligible for the Funding: International Trade and Labour program, you must:
Legally constituted organization
Objectives aligned with the program
Eligible recipient category
What expenses are eligible under Funding: International Trade and Labour?
Prepare and publish labour-related reports
Promote social dialogue and cooperation
Support intergovernmental consultations
Manage independent evaluations and labour law dispute resolution
Who can I contact for more information about the Funding: International Trade and Labour?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
Where is the Funding: International Trade and Labour available?
The Funding: International Trade and Labour program is available across Canada.
Is the Funding: International Trade and Labour a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Funding: International Trade and Labour is a Grant and Funding