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Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP)
Partnership funding for local labour market solutions
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
There is no maximum funding amount. It supports partnership-based projects that address labour market issues through local economic development, human resource planning, and labour force adjustment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
- Unions
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that address an identified labour market issue.
- Projects focused on local economic development, human resource planning, or labour force adjustment.
Documents Needed
- Applicant Guide
- Sponsor Application for Funding
- Payment Claim and Activity Report
- Interim Report
- Estimate of Expenditure Report
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit businesses
- Non-profit organizations or social agencies
- Industry associations/employer organizations
- Employee organizations
- Public and private health and education providers
Who is not eligible
- Private consultants
- Other provincial government ministries
- Federal government ministries or agencies
- Any other organization that is not directly impacted by the labour market issue being addressed
Eligible expenses
- Staff wages and employment-related costs
- Professional fees, consulting, research and technical studies
- Materials, supplies, utilities, travel, insurance, and rent or equipment leasing/purchase
- Audit, evaluation, follow-up survey, and assessment costs
- Approved capital asset costs, such as equipment, land, or buildings
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Creating new organizations, branches, or business start-up costs
- Operating costs or core activities of a business or organization
- ISO certification, collective bargaining, or survival planning for a threatened company
- Training program development, testing, or delivery, and training infrastructure or curriculum development
- Projects unrelated to a labour market issue, or activities led mainly by another ministry or agency
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Preference is given to industry sectors with projected growth rates in high-demand occupations, current or emerging issues significantly impacting human resource requirements or labour market adjustment needs, current or projected skill shortages, or the highest potential for value-added growth and innovation.
How to apply
- Contact MAESD for assistance and ask for the nearest office in your area.
- Submit a concept paper of between 3 and 5 pages as a pre-proposal step.
- If the concept paper is approved, submit an official application and detailed proposal to MAESD for review.
Processing and Agreement
- If the concept paper is approved, an official application and detailed proposal must be submitted for review.
- If program requirements are met, the ministry will negotiate a contribution agreement.
- Approval of projects and the contribution amount will be based on the availability of funding, the degree of priority, partnership support, and local, regional and provincial conditions.
Additional information
- A final report is due within four months after activities end and before the agreement end date.
- The program is delivered in Ontario through local ministry offices.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP) Program
What is the Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP)?
There is no maximum funding amount. It supports partnership-based projects that address labour market issues through local economic development, human resource planning, and labour force adjustment.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP) program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP) program, you must:
At least two partners
Addresses a labour market issue
Finite project with defined dates
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP)?
Projects that address an identified labour market issue.
Projects focused on local economic development, human resource planning, or labour force adjustment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP)?
You can contact Ministry of Colleges and Universities or by phone at 1-800-387-5656.
Where is the Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP) available?
The Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP) is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP)?
Ontario Labour Market Partnerships (OLMP) is funded by Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Government of Ontario