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Individual Employment/ Training Program
Employment and training support for Treaty #3 members
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports employment and training projects for Treaty #3 members. It may cover wage subsidies, classroom training, on-the-job training, allowances, special costs, and related training expenses depending on the stream.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Wage subsidy training with on-the-job work experience
- Purchase of training for individuals in a classroom setting
- Employee skill development training
- Community-based training initiatives
Documents Needed
- General Application Form
- General Application Instructions
- Application Checklist
- Basic Employer Form
- Supporting documentation for the project
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Treaty #3 First Nations
- Businesses
- Non-profit organizations
- Employers and training sponsors
Eligible expenses
- Participant wages and employer-paid training wages
- Classroom training costs and on-the-job training costs
- Training allowances for eligible streams
- Special costs for disabled clients
- Equipment purchases or leases related to training
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Overhead costs under the Employee Skill Development Training program
- On-the-job training costs under the Employee Skill Development Training program
- Wages and participant-related costs under the Employee Skill Development Training program
- Participant wages under the Purchase of Training Community Initiatives program
- Special costs, allowances, and on-the-job training under the Wage Subsidy Program
Eligible geographic areas
- Treaty #3 Area
- Kenora, Ontario area
- Sioux Lookout area
- Fort Frances / Atikokan area
- Sioux Narrows area
Selection criteria
- Need for training and relevance to employment goals
- Participant profile and intended target group
- Training provider qualifications and facility suitability
- Recruitment and selection plan for participants
- Connection to workforce development and labour market needs
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose the correct program stream and review the guidelines and instructions.
- Confirm the application form matches the program you are applying for.
- Review the checklist and guidance documents before completing the form.
- Step 2: Complete the application form and attach supporting documents.
- Fill in all required organization, project, and participant details.
- Attach the training plan, trainer information, and detailed budget if required.
- Include any additional documentation requested by the program.
- Step 3: Attach the checklist and authorization documents.
- Place the completed checklist at the front of the application.
- Ensure the application is signed by authorized officials.
- Attach the required legal authorization and community support documents, if applicable.
- Step 4: Submit the completed package to Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong.
- Send the application through the program’s submission process using the applicable forms.
- Keep a copy of the full application for your records.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission for completeness.
- Incomplete applications will not be processed until all information is provided.
- Authorized signatures are required before a contract can proceed.
- Approved projects must follow the program guidelines and application instructions.
Additional information
- Incomplete applications will not be processed until all required information is submitted.
- A checklist must be attached to the front of the application.
- A training plan and trainer information are required for training proposals.
- Applications must be signed by authorized officials.
Contacts
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Individual Employment/ Training Program Program
What is the Individual Employment/ Training Program?
This program supports employment and training projects for Treaty #3 members. It may cover wage subsidies, classroom training, on-the-job training, allowances, special costs, and related training expenses depending on the stream.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Individual Employment/ Training Program program?
To be eligible for the Individual Employment/ Training Program program, you must:
Treaty #3 member
Unemployed, age 17+
Out of school for 1+ year
What expenses are eligible under Individual Employment/ Training Program?
Wage subsidy training with on-the-job work experience
Purchase of training for individuals in a classroom setting
Employee skill development training
Community-based training initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the Individual Employment/ Training Program?
You can contact Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong Training and Employment Centre for the Treaty No. 3 Area Inc. or by phone at 1-800-545-5113.
Where is the Individual Employment/ Training Program available?
The Individual Employment/ Training Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Individual Employment/ Training Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Individual Employment/ Training Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns