How much funding can be received?

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

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

The JobsNL Wage Subsidy provides employers with structured financing modalities aimed at fostering sustainable employment opportunities. These modalities include specific subsidy percentages and caps, contingent on the duration and type of employment.

JobsNL-42: Offers a wage subsidy over a 42-week employment period with structured phases: 60% subsidy for the first 14 weeks, 0% for the second 14 weeks, and 80% for the third 14 weeks, with a subsidy cap of $12 per hour.
JobsNL-28: Provides a 60% wage subsidy for employment periods ranging from 10 to 28 weeks, capped at $12 per hour.

grant_single_labels|projects

The JobsNL Wage Subsidy program supports employers to create new employment opportunities, focusing on long-term or seasonal/short-term positions. The program aims at integrating individuals with limited work experience into the labour market by subsidizing the wages for new roles created under the scheme.

Creation of sustainable long-term employment opportunities.
Development of seasonal or short-term job positions.
Initiatives aimed at bridging individuals with limited skills to the labour market.

grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 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

$ 25,000

Launch a short-term environmental cleanup project with five positions

$ 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

grant_single_labels|admissibility

To be eligible for the JobsNL Wage Subsidy, employers must meet specific criteria to ensure their suitability for the program.

Employers must belong to the private or not-for-profit sector and be either incorporated entities or sole proprietorships.
A Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) business number is required.
Employers must be in good standing with the Registry of Companies and Deeds.
There must be an office location or operational base in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Employers must comply with the Terms and Conditions of the JobsNL program.
Entities such as federal and provincial government departments, crown agencies, boards, commissions, municipalities, and political parties are not eligible for funding.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

The JobsNL Wage Subsidy is designed for employers in the private or not-for-profit sectors located in Newfoundland and Labrador who seek to hire unemployed or underemployed participants also residing in the province. Participants include Canadian citizens or permanent residents, international graduates, and individuals with an Open Work Permit living in Newfoundland and Labrador.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

This grant excludes specific types of government and politically affiliated entities. The restrictions aim to ensure that the funds support private and non-profit sectors contributing to employment growth in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Federal and provincial government departments.
Crown agencies and corporations.
Boards and commissions.
Municipalities.
Political parties.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The JobsNL Wage Subsidy grant focuses on creating sustainable employment opportunities for individuals with limited work experience or skills in Newfoundland and Labrador. The program targets long-term as well as short-term seasonal employment through wage subsidies to assist employers.

Creation of new long-term employment positions through the JobsNL-42 subsidy option.
Development of seasonal or short-term employment opportunities utilizing the JobsNL-28 subsidy option.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

This grant is available exclusively to companies situated in Newfoundland and Labrador. These areas are specified to align with the program’s aim of fostering local economic development.

Employers with an office location or base in Newfoundland and Labrador.

grant_single_labels|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.

grant_single_labels|register

Step 1: 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.
Step 2: 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.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

There is no specific deadline for applications, as they are accepted on a continuous basis; however, funding approval is dependent on the availability of the budget.
Funding may be prioritized for applications related to occupations and sectors identified as high priority by the department, particularly in regions experiencing high unemployment.
Employers are given 30 business days from approval to hire an individual and must submit an Employee Contact Form once the hiring is completed.
Notifications regarding the approval or denial of a grant application are expected to be communicated within 20 business days of receiving a complete application.