Ontario Job Creation Partnerships
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- All industries
- Government of Ontario
Overview
Eligibility criteria
Eligible participants must:
- be unemployed
- live in Ontario
- be legally authorized to work in Canada
- meet at least one of the following criteria:
- have an active Employment Insurance (EI) claim
- have an EI benefit period that ended within the past five years
- have paid employee premiums in at least five of the previous 10 years (where earnings have been at least $2,000 in each of those years)
Who is eligible
Eligible employers, also known as sponsors, include:
- Businesses
- Non-profit organizations
- Municipalities
- Indigenous councils
- Public health and educational institutions
Who is not eligible
Eligible employers for the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships program include businesses, non-profit organizations, municipalities, Indigenous councils, public health, and educational institutions. The program does not specify any types of companies that are ineligible for the grant.
Eligible projects & activities
There are eligible project activities for the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships grant:
- Projects must provide meaningful work experience for participants
- Activities should benefit the community or local economy
- Work should add recent experience to participants' resumes
- Projects should enhance employable skills and provide networking opportunities
Evaluation & selection criteria
The evaluation and selection criteria for the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships grant include:
- Participants must gain meaningful work experience to increase their chances of finding long-term employment
- Projects must not exceed 52 weeks in duration
- Project activities must be distinct and not part of the organization's regular operations
- Activities must have a defined start and end date
How to apply
- Step 1: Request an appointment with an employment service provider online or contact Employment Ontario
- Content: Request a meeting with a service provider to discuss job opportunities
- Step 2: Develop a plan with the employment service provider outlining your skills and career interests
- Content: Create a customized plan for achieving your career goals
- Step 3: Identify suitable Ontario Job Creation Partnership opportunities available in your community
- Content: Explore projects that align with your skills and interests
- Step 4: Complete and submit the application form provided by your employment service provider
- Content: Apply for the program by filling out the required paperwork
Ontario Job Creation Partnerships
Ontario Job Creation Partnerships is a program that allows eligible employers in Ontario to apply for funding to create projects that provide work experience to unemployed individuals in the community. Participants can benefit from gaining new skills, work experience, and networking opportunities to enhance their chances of securing long-term employment.
Understanding Ontario Job Creation Partnerships
Ontario Job Creation Partnerships is a program designed to support job seekers in Ontario by providing them with valuable work experience through various projects sponsored by eligible employers. The program aims to help unemployed individuals in the community gain skills, enhance their resumes, and increase their chances of finding sustainable employment.
Employers who participate in the program can receive funding to create projects that contribute to the community, benefit the local economy, and offer meaningful work experience to participants. These projects are required to be distinct from the organization's regular operations and should last no longer than 52 weeks to ensure that participants gain relevant skills and experience.
To be eligible for the program, participants must be unemployed, live in Ontario, and be legally authorized to work in Canada. They must also meet specific criteria related to EI benefits to qualify for the program. Eligible employers include businesses, non-profit organizations, municipalities, Indigenous councils, public health, and educational institutions.
Job seekers can apply to become participants in the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships program by contacting their local employment service provider, who will assist them in developing a plan based on their skills and career interests. Participants will have the opportunity to work on projects that benefit the community, add to their work experience, and improve their employability.
Throughout the program, eligible participants will receive payment through either Employment Insurance benefits or financial assistance from the Ministry of Labour, Training, and Skills Development. The ultimate goal of the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships program is to help unemployed individuals in Ontario gain valuable work experience, develop essential skills, and increase their chances of securing long-term employment.
For more information on Ontario Job Creation Partnerships and how to participate in the program, individuals can contact Employment Ontario during regular business hours for assistance and guidance on applying for this valuable opportunity.
