Job Creation Partnerships
NS, Canada
Support for Nova Scotia workers’ skills development
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Grant and Funding
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- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
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- Employment Nova Scotia
- Government of Nova Scotia
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This program helps employment insurance (EI) recipients develop the skills they need to find full-time work.
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This program applies to projects in Nova Scotia as it is delivered by Employment Nova Scotia. Eligible activities must meet specific program objectives within the province.
- Companies and organizations operating within the province of Nova Scotia.
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$132,000
Support work experience placement in digital marketing for rural youth
$88,000
Develop customer service skills for unemployed individuals through a retail training program
$120,000
Provide work experience in renewable energy project management to unemployed graduates
$160,000
Support IT skills development for unemployed youths through a coding bootcamp
$144,000
Provide marketing work experience in the cultural sector to recent graduates
$104,000
Train unemployed individuals in sustainable urban agriculture through a hands-on program
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To be eligible for the Job Creation Partnerships grant, companies and organizations must meet specific criteria related to their structure and project proposals.
- The applicant must be a business, organization, municipality, band/tribal council, public health or educational institution.
- Proposed activities must support the objective of Job Creation Partnerships.
- Activities must have clearly defined start and finish dates.
- Projects should not be part of the sponsor's day-to-day operations.
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To apply for the Job Creation Partnerships program, you must be eligible under the Labour Market Development Agreement (LMDA). This means you must meet one of the following criteria:- Have a current Employment Insurance (EI) claim.- Have had an EI claim that ended within the last 60 months.- Received benefits under the EI emergency response benefit within the previous 60 months.- Have been employed with gross insurable earnings of $2000 or higher annually, in at least 5 of the last 10 years.Additionally, you need to have been attached to the labour force for at least 24 months. Applicants are evaluated for Labour Force Attachment (LFA) to determine if they have been fully participating in the labour market. For recent students, it's assessed whether they joined the labour force and had employment before applying for the program. To be considered attached to the labour force, you must:- Be actively seeking employment.- Be employed full-time.- Maintain part-time employment while actively seeking full-time employment.- Be self-employed. Applications must include an employment assessment and a Return to Work Action Plan developed with a case manager. This decision is required before Employment Nova Scotia can assess the application.
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The Job Creation Partnerships program is designed to provide meaningful work experiences to enhance participants' employment-related skills. Eligible projects or activities primarily aim at improving employment prospects for participants while benefiting the community.
- Projects providing hands-on work experiences relevant to the participant's field.
- Community-based initiatives that offer practical skills development opportunities.
- Collaborative ventures with businesses and organizations aimed at skill enhancement.
- Temporary positions that align with individual's Return to Work Action Plan.
- Assignments that develop employability skills contributing to long-term career opportunities.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Job Creation Partnerships grant in Nova Scotia:
- Applicants must be Labour Market Development Agreement (LMDA) eligible.
- Eligibility is assessed based on factors such as Employment Insurance (EI) claim history, labour force attachment, and employment status.
- Projects must provide meaningful work experience beneficial for both participants and the community.
- Proposed activities should have defined start and finish dates and not be part of a sponsor's day-to-day operations.
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- Step 1: Employment Assessment
- Visit a Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre in your local area.
- Speak with a case manager for employment assessment.
- Develop a Return to Work Action Plan with your case manager.
- Step 2: Case Manager's Decision
- Wait for the case manager's decision on your suitability for the Job Creation Partnerships program.
- Step 3: Application Submission for Individuals
- Once approved by your case manager, your application will be assessed by Employment Nova Scotia.
- Step 4: Application for Sponsors
- Register for the LaMPSS system by calling 1-877-223-0888 to obtain a registration package.
- Download and review the Program Guidelines for detailed information.
- Submit your application online using the LaMPSS system.
- Step 5: Approval
- Await approval from Employment Nova Scotia before beginning activities with the project sponsor.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The program is designed not only to benefit participants but also to have a positive impact on the community through project activities.
- Job Creation Partnerships do not provide direct financial assistance to participants; instead, they offer work experience opportunities.
- The program emphasizes the importance of the Labor Force Attachment (LFA) in the application assessment, which evaluates whether the individual has an active attachment to the labor market.
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1-877-223-0888
Apply to this program
Enhancing Employment Prospects Through Job Creation Partnerships
The Job Creation Partnerships program offers vital support to projects that aim to provide valuable work experience to Labour Market Development Agreement (LMDA) eligible individuals in Nova Scotia. It focuses on enhancing participants' employment-related skills, thus improving their long-term job prospects.
Detailed Insights into the Job Creation Partnerships Program
The Job Creation Partnerships (JCP) program, administered by Employment Nova Scotia, plays a crucial role in empowering individuals through tangible work experiences that enhance their employment prospects. The program is crafted to provide LMDA eligible participants with meaningful opportunities, aiming to bridge the gap between unemployment and full-time, sustainable employment. This initiative ensures that while individuals gain practical experience, it also benefits the community, fostering a mutually advantageous environment.
The targeted demographic for the JCP program includes individuals who are eligible under the Labour Market Development Agreement criteria. This includes those with a current or recent Employment Insurance (EI) claim, past recipients of the EI emergency response benefit, or those with consistent insurable earnings over recent years. This focus ensures that participants possess a foundational attachment to the labour force, which is essential for re-entering the job market more effectively post-participation.
Organizations eligible to sponsor projects under this program encompass a wide spectrum, including businesses, municipalities, band/tribal councils, and public institutions within Nova Scotia. These sponsors are required to craft projects with clear objectives, defined timelines, and activities that go beyond their routine operations, ensuring aspects of novelty and community benefit.
The application process for individuals begins with an employment assessment, crafted to align with a Return to Work Action Plan developed alongside a Nova Scotia Works case manager. This structured approach not only streamlines the application process but also sets a solid foundation for successful participation and outcomes in the JCP program.
For organizations, the application involves utilizing the Labour Market Programs Support System (LaMPSS), ensuring a streamlined and accessible means of entering into agreements for facilitating these projects. Prior registration and understanding of the program guidelines are essential steps in this process, maximizing the potential impact and compliance with the program's motives.
The key objective of the Job Creation Partnerships is to bolster employment opportunities by providing work experience that can significantly improve the employability of individuals. Each project funded and developed under this program is essentially a stepping stone, strategically designed to enhance the participant's portfolio, skills, and ability to secure sustainable employment. While beneficiaries gain, the community also flourishes due to the developmental activities driven by these projects.
This meticulous attention to identifying eligible candidates and sponsors, combined with a thorough application and project assessment process, underscores the program's commitment to quality and impactful outcomes. Ultimately, the Job Creation Partnerships program serves as a pivotal resource in the province's employment landscape, providing a robust platform for skill development, experience acquisition, and community enhancement. Joining this program can significantly alter an individual's employment trajectory, ushering them to a pathway filled with opportunities and growth.
