Concertation pour l’emploi —  Human resources management support - QC - Canada

Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support

grant_single|update April 18, 2025
QC, Canada
HR management support through Concertation pour l'emploi initiative

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Grant and Funding
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  • Gouvernement du Québec
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Get expertise on human resources management, including an assessment, coaching, consultation, and management support.

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  • The level of financial assistance from the Ministry is up to a maximum of 40% of eligible expenses per project.
  • An increase to 65% of eligible expenses applies in certain specific cases (increased productivity related to digital transformation, experienced workers, community sector, information technologies, Green Economy Plan).
  • For consulting mandates, the maximum grant amount is $4,800, regardless of the grant rate.
  • For the establishment of a human resources service: the first stage allows for a maximum support of 40% of the consultant's fees for project development, performing the diagnosis, and defining the mandate of the hired manager.
  • During the second stage of establishing a human resources service, financial assistance covers up to 40% of the gross salary of the hired person (excluding social charges), with a ceiling of $34,000, generally for a duration of one year.

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  • 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.
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$ 15,000

Implementing a comprehensive diversity management strategy at a tech startup

$ 18,000

Launching an attraction and retention program for a growing retail chain

$ 11,000

Facilitating a consultation committee for an agricultural cooperative

$ 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

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  • 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.

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

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

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  • 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.

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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

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • The grant period is initially up to 12 months, but can be extended to a cumulative total of three years with proper justification.
  • Funding covers up to 40% of eligible expenses, with potential increase to 65% for specific projects related to productivity enhancements, digital transformation, experienced workers, IT, and green economy initiatives.
  • A cap of $4,800 applies to consultation mandates, regardless of the subsidy rate.
  • The maximum grant for setting up an HR service includes up to $34,000 of salary support for an HR manager, generally for a one-year period.
  • The consultant assisting with the establishment of an HR service must have relevant qualifications and experience.
  • Periodic progress reports and a final report must be submitted to detail outcomes and plan deviations.

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Concertation pour l’emploi — Human resources management support

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