Hire for Talent
NS, Canada
Resources to build an inclusive workforce in Atlantic Canada
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- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Grant and Funding
Wage Subsidies And Interns
Other Support
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- grant_single|allIndustries
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- Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC)
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grant_card_status|open
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<p>Get support to recruit, hire, train and retain talented people with disabilities, in order to diversify your business and increase opportunities for growth.</p>
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This grant provides financial support to businesses in Canada to enhance workplace accessibility and inclusion for individuals with disabilities. The modalities include various types of funding and subsidies tailored to specific business needs and industry requirements.
- Funding is available for costs associated with workplace adaptations, assessments, or accommodations to make businesses more accessible and inclusive.
- Grants are provided for testing innovative ideas that facilitate the participation of people with disabilities in the workforce.
- Wage subsidies or paid training programs for hiring people with disabilities, including co-op placements, fixed-term internships, and other work experiences.
- Support for apprenticeship training and industry-specific training programs that match labour market shortages.
- Courses and training initiatives available for specific talent pools, such as first aid and food safety training.
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The Hire for Talent program focuses on enhancing workplace accessibility and inclusivity for people with disabilities across Canada. It covers activities such as workplace adaptations, skills development, and employment opportunities to promote workforce engagement.
- Implementing workplace adaptations, assessments, or accommodations.
- Developing innovative solutions that facilitate workforce participation for people with disabilities.
- Providing wage subsidies or paid training opportunities like co-ops, internships, and work experiences.
- Offering apprenticeship training and industry-specific programs to address labour shortages.
- Conducting courses and training for specific skill sets, such as first aid and food safety.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 35,000
Develop training programs for employees with disabilities at a cooperative
$ 28,000
Upgrade facilities with accessible equipment
$ 25,000
Create a retention program for employees with disabilities
$ 20,000
Develop inclusive workplace policies for an NPO
$ 40,000
Implement inclusive hiring practices for people with disabilities
$ 30,000
Launch a recruiting initiative for disabled candidates in St John's
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Support is offered to businesses in Atlantic Canada to diversify their workforce by recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining talented individuals with disabilities.
- Business must be located in Atlantic Canada.
- Commitment to diversifying workforce by including individuals with disabilities.
- Willingness to provide training and retention programs for employees with disabilities.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
The grant programs mentioned are designed for businesses and organizations across Canada that are focusing on becoming more accessible and inclusive, particularly those aiming to improve workforce participation for people with disabilities. This can include, but is not limited to, organizations seeking financial assistance for workplace adaptations, innovative projects to enhance employment for disabled individuals, wage subsidies for hiring individuals with disabilities, and specific training aligned with labor market needs.
grant_eligibility_criteria|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.
grant_single_labels|criteria
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
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- 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.
