How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship?

PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship is funded by Gouvernement du Québec

What are PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship's eligibility criterias?

to be established in Quebec and carry out its activities there; to have workers engaged in a trade targeted by the program.

PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Workplace Apprenticeship pairs experienced workers with apprentices

PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Tax Credits

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Gouvernement du Québec

Program status

Open

Overview of the PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship program

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.

Financing terms and conditions

This program supports businesses by funding up to 32% of the wages for training hours of apprentices (hourly caps of $21 for apprentices and $35 for trainers)

Eligible projects & activities

On-the-job apprenticeship training within eligible trades.
Pairing experienced workers (journeypersons) with less experienced employees to transfer skills and knowledge.
Implementation of structured training plans customized for each trade.
Professional qualification or competency certification activities within the workplace.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 45,000

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

$ 42,000

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

$ 40,000

Implementing an apprenticeship program for junior electricians to gain certification

$ 35,000

Creating an apprenticeship program for carpentry apprentices to acquire professional certification

$ 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

Eligibility criteria of the PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship program

The company must be enrolled in the Workplace Apprenticeship Program (PAMT).
The company must employ at least one experienced worker (journeyperson) willing and qualified to train an apprentice.
The company must provide the necessary equipment and suitable working conditions for on-the-job apprenticeship.

Who is eligible?

Companies seeking to train apprentices in eligible trades under the List of voluntary-qualification trades (PAMT trades)

Eligible expenses

Apprenticeship booklet provided to the apprentice.
Journeyperson’s guide or apprenticeship campaign guide.
Personalized support provided by a qualification agent from Services Québec during the apprenticeship.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

How to apply to the PAMT — Workplace Apprenticeship program

Eligibility Check

Consult the information sheet for the profession you wish to apply for.
Make sure that the profession is included in the list of professions for which qualification is voluntary.

Selection of a companion

Ensure that the chosen person has the necessary experience to train an apprentice.
Confirm that this person is willing to take on the role of mentor.

Availability of the equipment

Ensure that the equipment required for learning is available in the company.
Check that the working conditions allow for the learning of the trade.

Procedure for apprentices

Ensure that the candidate is 16 years old or older.
Verify that the candidate is employed by a company registered with the PAMT.

Additional information

Personalized support is offered throughout the apprenticeship by a qualification agent from Services Québec.
Employers benefit from access to structured training plans that are adapted to workplace realities.
Participating journeypersons may be recognized within the company for their experience by officially taking on the role of trainer.
Tax credits may be available to employers who meet specific requirements.

Apply to this program