How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $4800 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support?

Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support is funded by Gouvernement du Québec

Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support

Q: What are Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support's eligibility criterias?

Eligible entities include all organizations and enterprises eligible for the Concertation pour l’emploi measure. Priority is given to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with 6 to 99 employees.

Last Update: April 28, 2025

QC, Canada

HR management support through Concertation pour l'emploi initiative

Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $4,800
Up to 40% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Gouvernement du Québec

Status

Open

Overview of the Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support program

Get expertise on human resources management, including an assessment, coaching, consultation, and management support.

Financing terms and conditions

Financial assistance covers up to 40% of eligible expenses for most projects.
The subsidy rate may increase up to 65% for projects involving digital transformation, experienced workers, community organizations, IT, or green economy initiatives.
The grant for a consultation mandate is capped at $4,800 per project.
When establishing a human resources service, financial aid covers up to 40% of consultant fees for the initial phase, and up to 40% of the gross salary (excluding employer social charges) for the hired HR manager, up to $34,000, generally for one year.
The maximum funding period per agreement is typically 12 months, with possible extensions up to a cumulative total of 3 years, subject to review.

Eligible projects & activities

Diagnostic of human resources functions to present a comprehensive overview for development and job maintenance strategies.
Consultation mandates in human resources management to improve practices and develop company autonomy.
Implementation support for establishing a human resources service department to strategically support organizational functions and leadership.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 15,000

Implementing a comprehensive diversity management strategy at a tech startup

$ 11,000

Facilitating a consultation committee for an agricultural cooperative

$ 18,000

Launching an attraction and retention program for a growing retail chain

$ 12,000

Enhancing performance evaluations at a logistics company

$ 10,000

Developing a recruitment and training initiative for a non-financial cooperative

$ 10,000

Recruiting and training staff for a new non-profit organization's community outreach program

Eligibility criteria of the Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support program

The applicant can be any eligible organization or enterprise under the Concertation pour l'emploi measure.
Priority is given to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with 6 to 99 employees.

Who is eligible?

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with 6 to 99 employees
Organizations eligible for the Concertation pour l’emploi measure

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes certain entities based on their organizational status. The restrictions ensure alignment with the program's objectives.

Public organizations.
Political organizations.

Eligible expenses

Fees for professional consulting services retained by the company, representative, or delegated organization for interventions covered by a subsidy agreement with the Ministry.
Fees for external consultants facilitating a consultation committee.
Travel and accommodation expenses for consultants executing the planned mandates as per the agreement.
Materials and supplies necessary for conducting activities.
Rental or purchase of equipment essential for executing activities.
Rental of premises and related expenses.
Partial reimbursement of the salary of the person hired as the head of the human resources department, excluding employer social charges, vacations, and leaves as per labor standards in the intervention "Aid to Establish a Human Resources Service".
Administrative and management costs of the agreement, borne by the delegated organization or representative of a consortium of businesses, limited to 5% of eligible expenses, detailed and justified in the agreement.
Short-term or supplemental training fees for members involved in a consultation activity.
Promotion or advertising expenses associated with an activity conducted with a delegated organization. For other activities, advertising should be reserved for the operating budget.

Eligibility criteria of the Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support program

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:

Nature of the project
Needs of the company
Budget availability
Business sector
Regional and national priorities

How to apply to the Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support program

Initial contact

Contact a business advisor from the Services Québec office in your region.

Analysis of needs

Receive support to analyze your human resources management needs.
Obtain proposals for solutions tailored to your situation.

Development of demand

Work with the advisor to develop your service request for the Concertation pour l’Emploi program.

Additional information

The engagement period for the financial support is generally up to 12 months, with possible extensions up to a cumulative total of three years, subject to justification and analysis.
If initial activities are incomplete by the planned date, an agreement extension requires an analysis and justification in the Ministry's tracking application.
Consultants or mandated organizations cannot act as both the service provider and mandataire or delegated organism, ensuring avoidance of conflicts of interest.
Reports on results, progress, and deviations from the initial plan must be submitted periodically and at the project's conclusion.