PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship QC Canada

PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship

QC, Canada
Trains and supports less experienced employees through a structured system pairing with experienced journeypersons

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Tax Credits
Wage Subsidies And Interns
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  • Gouvernement du Québec
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The Workplace Apprenticeship Program (PAMT) aims to pair experienced workers (journeypersons) with less experienced co-workers (apprentices) within the same company to facilitate skill transfer through structured, hands-on training. Eligible activities include structured on-the-job training under the supervision of a qualified journeyperson, with the goal of obtaining a certificate of professional qualification or attestation of competency.

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This program provides support to companies without geographic restrictions based on the information available. It is applicable broadly, supporting companies throughout Quebec.
  • All companies located within the province of Quebec.
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$48,000

Launching an apprenticeship program for junior welders to achieve professional certification

$30,000

Establishing an apprenticeship program for bakery assistants to become certified bakers

$42,000

Developing an apprenticeship program for IT support technicians to obtain professional credentials

$45,000

Setting up an apprenticeship program for junior chefs to earn professional cooking certification

$35,000

Creating an apprenticeship program for carpentry apprentices to acquire professional certification

$40,000

Implementing an apprenticeship program for junior electricians to gain certification

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Eligibility for participation in the Workplace Apprenticeship Program (PAMT) is determined by the following criteria:
  • The company must ensure that the journeyperson has the necessary experience to train an apprentice and is willing to assume the role.
  • The company must have the required equipment available and working conditions that support the apprenticeship of the trade.
  • The company must be enrolled in the PAMT program.
  • The company must refer to the information sheet for the trade of interest to verify eligibility for PAMT.
  • The company should verify the eligible trades for the PAMT from the list of voluntary-qualification trades (available in French only).

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Employers and individuals interested in the Workplace Apprenticeship Program (PAMT) can apply. Employers need to enroll in the PAMT and have the necessary equipment and working conditions to facilitate apprenticeship training. Employees wishing to become apprentices must be at least 16 years old and work for a company enrolled in the PAMT.

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This grant does not specify particular projects or activities eligible for funding but focuses on facilitating apprenticeships. It provides resources and support for the training and development of apprentices through workplace apprenticeship programs.
  • Facilitating structured training for apprentices to learn a trade within the company.
  • Providing support and development for journeypersons to effectively pass on expertise to apprentices.
  • Ensuring that employers provide the necessary resources and environment for effective apprenticeship training.

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
  • Step 1: Verify Eligibility
    • Ensure that your company is enrolled in the PAMT.
    • Refer to the List of Voluntary-Qualification Trades to confirm if the trade is eligible for the program.
  • Step 2: Employer Responsibilities
    • Ensure the journeyperson has the necessary experience to train an apprentice and is willing to take on this role.
    • Confirm that the necessary equipment and working conditions are available for the apprenticeship.
  • Step 3: Apprentice Eligibility Requirements
    • Confirm that the apprentice is at least 16 years old.
    • Ensure the apprentice is working for a company enrolled in the PAMT.
  • Step 4: Application Submission
    • Visit the 'Former des apprentis' link provided to learn more about training apprentices (available in French only).
    • Submit the application through the designated platform or contact provided on the website, if applicable.

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The program offers personalized support and requires certain conditions to be met by both employers and apprentices.
  • Personalized support is provided to the employer, the journeyperson, and the apprentice by a qualification agent working at Services Québec throughout the apprenticeship.
  • The length of the apprenticeship is between 3 and 36 months depending on the trade and on the apprentice’s experience.
  • Employers must ensure the selected journeyperson has the necessary experience and equipment required for the apprenticeship and that the working conditions are suitable.
  • Lists of eligible trades for the PAMT are available, though some are only in French.
  • Apprentices must be at least 16 years old and work for a company enrolled in the PAMT.
  • The program adheres to plans and tools created by sectoral workforce committees in collaboration with trade experts and employers.

Apply to this program