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JEDDI Training Bursary

Q: How much funding can be received?

JEDDI Training Bursary Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the JEDDI Training Bursary program?

To be eligible for the JEDDI Training Bursary program, you must: Training in co-op management or development Financial need for training support Canadian co-op sector training (or approved)

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the JEDDI Training Bursary?

You can contact Canadian Worker Co-op Federation.

Q: Where is the JEDDI Training Bursary available?

The JEDDI Training Bursary program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the JEDDI Training Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?

JEDDI Training Bursary is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Financial support for co-op training and professional development

Grant and Funding

Canadian Worker Co-op Federation

Overview

This bursary provides up to $1,000 per individual or group applicant to help offset training program fees. It supports co-op management or co-op development training through the CWCF Worker Co-op Academy, CoopZone Co-op Developer training, or other approved professional development in the Canadian co-op sector.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 1,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : April 18, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Educational services

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Employment and Training
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Training in co-op management
Training in co-op development
Professional development and training opportunities in the Canadian co-op sector (upon approval)
Participation in the CWCF Worker Co-op Academy
Participation in CoopZone Co-op Developer training programs

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 980

Enroll two worker-members in CWCF Worker Co-op Academy training

$ 995

Complete CoopZone co-op developer training to support new worker co-ops

Eligibility

The applicant must require financial assistance to pursue professional training.
The training must relate to co-op management or co-op development.
The training must be within the Canadian co-op sector (or be approved as an eligible professional development opportunity).
Priority is given to applicants who identify as Black, Indigenous, or other People of Colour (BIPOC).

Who is eligible?

Individual applicants pursuing co-op management or development training
Group applicants pursuing co-op management or development training

Eligible expenses

Program fees for eligible training and professional development

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Additional information

The fund was established in 2022 as part of a Racial Justice Action Plan developed by the CWCF’s Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (JEDDI) Committee.
Applications remain open until the available budget is fully allocated.
Early submissions are encouraged.
Funded training must be completed and reported by August 24, 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the JEDDI Training Bursary Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the JEDDI Training Bursary. 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.