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Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories

Support for work experience projects
Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada

Overview

Access funding for up to 52 weeks to deliver local activities, which either include a work experience component, or guarantee employment at the end of the project.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
Target groups
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Academia / students
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Municipal
  • Regional

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant supports projects that provide unemployed individuals with work experience and training to help them secure long-term employment. Eligible initiatives often include a combination of skills training and guaranteed employment or work experience opportunities.

  • Group skills training such as literacy and numeracy programs.
  • Upgrading programs for enhancing existing skills.
  • Workplace essential skills development initiatives.
  • Life skills training programs.
  • Employment readiness programs to prepare individuals for the job market.
  • Pre-employment training courses tailored to various industries.
  • Skill-specific training programs designed to meet local demand.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicant organizations include boards, agencies, municipal governments, Indigenous organizations, non-profit groups, businesses, employer/employee associations, and post-secondary institutions.

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant. Eligibility criteria exclude for-profit businesses and private enterprises.

  • For-profit businesses
  • Private enterprises

Eligible expenses

The Job Creation Partnership program supports projects that provide work experience and training for unemployed individuals to enhance their employability. Eligible projects must incorporate group skills training and foster partnerships across different community components.

  • Literacy and numeracy training.
  • Educational upgrading sessions.
  • Workplace essential skills development.
  • Life skills workshops.
  • Employment readiness programs.
  • Pre-employment training courses.
  • Skill-specific training programs.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to organizations within the Northwest Territories region of Canada. It is tailored to communities and partners operating within this geographical boundary.

  • Organizations located in the Beaufort Delta region.
  • Entities operating in the Dehcho region.
  • Groups based in the North Slave region.
  • Initiatives launched in the Sahtu region.
  • Projects within the South Slave - Fort Smith area.
  • Programs situated in the South Slave - Hay River area.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • The program supports projects with both work experience and training elements to secure long-term employment for participants.
  • Regional budget availability and approvals determine the funding provided.
  • Organizations must partner with a minimum of two community partners representing different community components.

Contacts

8678745050

Frequently Asked Questions about the Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories. 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 Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories?

Access funding for up to 52 weeks to deliver local activities, which either include a work experience component, or guarantee employment at the end of the project.

Who is eligible for the Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories program?

To be eligible for the Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories program, you must: Eligible applicant organizations include boards, agencies, municipal governments, Indigenous organizations, non-profit groups, businesses, employer/employee associations, and post-secondary institutions. Project proposals must include a minimum of two community partners, each representing a different community component.

What expenses are eligible under Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories?

This grant supports projects that provide unemployed individuals with work experience and training to help them secure long-term employment. Eligible initiatives often include a combination of skills training and guaranteed employment or work experience opportunities. Group skills training such as literacy and numeracy programs. Upgrading programs for enhancing existing skills. Workplace essential skills development initiatives. Life skills training programs. Employment readiness programs to prepare individuals for the job market. Pre-employment training courses tailored to various industries. Skill-specific training programs designed to meet local demand.

Who can I contact for more information about the Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories?

You can contact Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) or by phone at 8678745050.

Where is the Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories available?

The Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories program is available the province of Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon.

Is the Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories is a Partnering and Collaboration

Who are the financial supporters of the Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories?

Job Creation Partnership Northwest Territories is funded by Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)

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