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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, 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
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
- 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
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.
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
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.