JobsNL Wage Subsidy

Q: How much funding can be received?

JobsNL Wage Subsidy Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the JobsNL Wage Subsidy a grant, loan, or tax credit?

JobsNL Wage Subsidy is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the JobsNL Wage Subsidy?

JobsNL Wage Subsidy is funded by Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour (NL)

Q: Who is eligible for the JobsNL Wage Subsidy program?

To be eligible for the JobsNL Wage Subsidy program, you must: • Must be a private sector employer incorporated or a sole proprietorship. • Must have a CRA business number and be in good standing with the Registry of Companies and Deeds. • Must have an office in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the JobsNL Wage Subsidy?

You can contact Government of Newfoundland and Labrador by email at employmentprograms@gov.nl.ca or by phone at 1-800-563-6600.

Q: Where is the JobsNL Wage Subsidy available?

The JobsNL Wage Subsidy program is available the province of NL.

Q: Are startups eligible for the JobsNL Wage Subsidy program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the JobsNL Wage Subsidy program.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the JobsNL Wage Subsidy program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the JobsNL Wage Subsidy program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NL, Canada

Wage subsidy to create new positions in Newfoundland and Labrador

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Up to 60% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Receive funding in the form of wage subsidies to create sustainable, long-term employment or seasonal/short term employment and offset your salary costs.

Financing terms and conditions

Subsidy of 60% of wages, up to $12/hour, provided for the first 14 weeks (JobsNL-42), and for 10-28 weeks for seasonal/short-term positions (JobsNL-28).
Subsidy of 80% of wages, up to $12/hour, provided for the third set of 14 weeks within the 42-week period (JobsNL-42 only).
No subsidy provided during weeks 15-28 under JobsNL-42.

Activities funded

Creation of new long-term positions for individuals lacking work experience or skills.
Creation of seasonal or short-term employment opportunities.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 25,000

Launch a short-term environmental cleanup project with five positions

$ 82,500

Set up a new marketing team with three positions at Grow Local Farms

$ 22,500

Establish three seasonal tour guide positions at Heritage Tours

$ 80,000

Create two new long-term software engineering positions at Tech Innovators Inc in St John's

$ 105,000

Develop three long-term research analyst positions at Future Tech Labs

$ 6,000

Introduce a new seasonal customer service position at Artisan Crafts Shop

Eligibility

The applicant must be a private sector or not-for-profit employer, either incorporated or a sole proprietorship.
The company must have a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) business number and be in good standing with the Registry of Companies and Deeds.
The business must have an office located in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Who is eligible?

Private sector employers that are incorporated or operate as sole proprietorships
Not-for-profit sector employers that are incorporated or operate as sole proprietorships

Who is not eligible

Federal government departments
Provincial government departments
Crown agencies
Municipalities
Political parties

Eligible expenses

Wage subsidies covering a percentage of employee salaries, up to specified hourly limits, for approved positions.

Eligible geographic areas

Newfoundland and Labrador

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for the JobsNL Wage Subsidy program:

Employers must meet specific eligibility criteria detailed in the Program Guidelines.
Participants must fulfill residency, employment status, and citizenship requirements outlined in the eligibility criteria.
Applications are reviewed for alignment with program objectives, budget availability, and priority sectors or occupations identified by the department.

How to apply

Register as a Government Vendor and Receive LaMPSS User ID

Register as a government vendor through the Employer Registration link to receive payment.
Receive a LaMPSS password and user ID by email.
Contact Support Team for assistance with LaMPSS at extorghelp@gov.nl.ca or 1-844-252-6777 if needed.

Submit Application

Complete the online application form in LaMPSS.
Read and agree to the Terms and Conditions before submitting the application.
Check application status by logging into your LaMPSS account.
Receive decision notification by email within 20 business days of complete submission.
Hire an individual within 30 business days of approval and submit the Employee Contact Form.

Additional information

Applicants are required to regularly check their email, including junk folders, for LaMPSS login information and notifications.
If account access issues arise, such as forgotten passwords, support is available via online reset or by direct contact with program administrators.
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Contacts

employmentprograms@gov.nl.ca

1-800-563-6600

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Frequently Asked Questions about the JobsNL Wage Subsidy Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the JobsNL Wage Subsidy. 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.