Hire for Talent

Who is eligible?

• Employers and businesses across Canada.
• Organizations seeking to improve workplace inclusion for people with disabilities.

Eligible expenses

This program aims to enhance accessibility and inclusivity in Canadian workplaces by offering financial support for a variety of initiatives. The eligible activities focus on adapting workplaces, testing new inclusivity methods, and providing training opportunities.

• Implementing workplace adaptations, assessments, or accommodations for employees with disabilities.
• Testing innovative ideas that facilitate the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the workforce.
• Providing wage subsidies or paid training opportunities such as co-ops, fixed-term internships, and work experiences for individuals with disabilities.
• Offering apprenticeship and industry-specific training to align with current labour market needs.
• Conducting courses and training for specialized talent pools, including first aid and food safety training.

Eligible geographic areas

• Canada.

Evaluation and selection criteria are indeed available for the grant which aims to support the inclusive workforce in Atlantic Canada by recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining talented people with disabilities. Below are the detailed criteria:

• Alignment with grant objectives
• Economic impact
• Inclusiveness and diversity
• Sustainability of the proposed initiatives
• Feasibility and clarity of the implementation plan
• Capacity and experience of the applicant
• Measurable outcomes and performance indicators

• Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
• Review the grant guidelines to ensure your business meets all eligibility requirements.
• Step 2: Gather Documentation
• Prepare all necessary documents, including business information, financial statements, and details about your recruitment, hiring, training, and retention plans.
• Step 3: Draft an Application
• Write a detailed application outlining your business's need for the grant, your approach to hiring and training people with disabilities, and your expected outcomes.
• Step 4: Submit Application
• Submit your completed application through the designated online portal or by mail, as specified in the grant guidelines.
• Step 5: Follow Up
• Monitor your application status and respond promptly to any requests for additional information or documentation.
• Step 6: Implement the Grant
• Once approved, follow through with your proposed plans and use the grant funds according to the guidelines provided.
• Step 7: Reporting
• Regularly report your progress and outcomes to the grant provider, adhering to any specified timelines and requirements.