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Individual Employment/ Training Program
Employment and training support for Treaty #3 members
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
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
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
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
- Application Instructions
- Application Checklist
- Basic Employer Form
- Supporting documentation for the project
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Individual Employment/ Training Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Individual Employment/ Training Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
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.
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. by email at none 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
Who are the financial supporters of the Individual Employment/ Training Program?
Individual Employment/ Training Program is funded by Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong Training and Employment Centre for the Treaty No. 3 Area Inc.