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Ontario Job Creation Partnerships

Funding for Ontario work experience projects

Offered by
Government of Ontario
Official source: ontario.ca

Record updated

Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Not-for-profit organizations
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Overview

The program provides funding for projects that give work experience to unemployed Ontarians and support their community and local economy. Eligible projects are community-focused, time-limited, and must create meaningful work experience for participants.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Develop workforce skills

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Canadians
Legal structures
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Economic, Social and Community Development, Employment and Training
Target groups
General public, Indigenous peoples, Low-income individuals / families
Scope
Local, Municipal, Regional, Provincial

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

OJCP online submission interruption

The OJCP page now notes a temporary online application interruption on May 21, 2026, affecting when submissions can be made.

See more

The OJCP page now includes a temporary online submission interruption for May 21, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This affects the application process and submission availability, but the eligibility, funding, and program scope remain unchanged. The contact information and core application guidance appear unchanged aside from the updated notice on when online submissions are unavailable.

Official source: ontario.ca
May 24, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • Municipalities
  • Indigenous councils, institutions, and organizations
  • Public health and educational institutions
  • Businesses

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 expenses

  • Wages and employment-related costs for project staff
  • Professional fees, licences, permits, insurance, and utilities
  • Equipment rental or purchase, materials and supplies
  • Travel, audits, evaluations, and assessments
  • Training and orientation costs for participants

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Start-up costs for new organizations
  • Activities that create an unfair competitive advantage
  • Infrastructure work done only to improve the sponsor’s marketing position or financial value
  • Increasing output of existing products or services
  • Similar research studies repeated year after year

Eligible geographic areas

  • Ontario

Activities funded

  • Community-based infrastructure projects
  • One-time research projects
  • New short-term services in the community
  • Database development

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare the application information
    • Gather participant details, applicant information, and supporting documents.
    • Review the sponsor application guide before starting.
  • Step 2: Complete the online sponsor application
    • Fill out the OJCP sponsor application form online.
    • Submit the completed application to the appropriate Ministry office by email based on the Ontario project location.
  • Step 3: Follow up after submission
    • Wait for the Ministry to contact you if further information or changes are required.
    • Keep in mind that incomplete applications are not accepted and no further changes can be made after submission.

Documents Needed

  • Union consent letter, where applicable
  • Letters Patent, Articles of Incorporation, or Union Charter, as applicable
  • Certificate of insurance
  • Electronic Funds Transfer form and a void cheque or direct deposit letter
  • Budget sheet template

Selection criteria

  • Meaningful work experience for participants
  • Benefit to the community or local economy
  • Activities outside normal operations
  • Defined start and end dates
  • Compliance with applicable laws

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the Ministry after submission.
  • The ministry may contact the applicant to discuss the application or request changes or further information.
  • If approved, the sponsor must sign an agreement with the ministry.

Additional information

  • Approved sponsors must sign an agreement with the ministry.
  • Supporting documents must be submitted as PDF files.
  • Applications must be complete before submission.

Official sources

Ontario Job Creation Partnerships
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships Program

What is the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships?

The program provides funding for projects that give work experience to unemployed Ontarians and support their community and local economy. Eligible projects are community-focused, time-limited, and must create meaningful work experience for participants.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships program?

To be eligible for the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships program, you must: Eligible employer type Meaningful work experience project Project under 52 weeks

What expenses are eligible under Ontario Job Creation Partnerships?

Wages and employment-related costs for project staff Professional fees, licences, permits, insurance, and utilities Equipment rental or purchase, materials and supplies Travel, audits, evaluations, and assessments Training and orientation costs for participants

Where is the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships available?

The Ontario Job Creation Partnerships program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Ontario Job Creation Partnerships is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Job Creation Partnerships?

Ontario Job Creation Partnerships is funded by Government of Ontario, Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development