Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program
Funding to support employers toward economic recovery
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- From 5,000,000$ to 50,000,000$
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- Employment and Social Development Canada
- Government of Canada
Status
Open
Overview
Get support to implement industry solutions that support skills and employment needs. The focus is on a range of industry-driven activities such as training and reskilling workers, helping employers retain and attract a skilled workforce to address labour
Eligibility criteria
Here is a summary of the eligibility criteria for the Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program:
- Applicants must be organizations or groups that can demonstrate a clear commitment to addressing sectoral workforce needs and priorities.
- Proposed projects must align with the program’s objectives and focus on supporting workers and employers in key sectors of the economy.
Who is eligible
There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Companies eligible for the Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program include:
- Small and medium-sized businesses
- Employers in key sectors of the economy
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for the Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program include costs related to training and reskilling programs, initiatives to support equity-deserving groups, and innovative solutions to address sectoral labor market needs.
- Training and reskilling programs
- Support for equity-deserving groups
- Innovative solutions for sectoral labor market needs
Eligible projects & activities
The Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program funds sectoral projects that support workers and employers through various activities. Eligible projects include training and reskilling for workers, helping employers attract and retain skilled workforce, supporting equity-deserving groups in key sectors, and implementing creative solutions to address labour market needs.
- Training and reskilling for workers
- Helping employers attract and retain skilled workforce
- Supporting equity-deserving groups in key sectors
- Implementing creative solutions to address labour market needs
Evaluation & selection criteria
The Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program (SWSP) has evaluation and selection criteria to assess grant applications. The criteria include:
- Alignment with program objectives and priorities
- Demonstrated need for the proposed project
- Capacity to deliver the project effectively
- Expected outcomes and impact on workers and employers
- Budget justification and financial sustainability
- Plans for monitoring, evaluation, and reporting
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the eligibility criteria and program guidelines
- Content: Understand the requirements and objectives of the Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program
- Implications: Ensure that your project aligns with the program's goals and that you meet the eligibility criteria before applying
- Step 2: Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Content: Develop a comprehensive plan outlining how your project will address workforce needs in key sectors
- Implications: Submit a well-thought-out proposal that clearly demonstrates the potential impact and effectiveness of your project
- Step 3: Complete the application process
- Content: Fill out the application form and provide all required documentation
- Implications: Ensure that your application is complete and meets the submission deadline
- Step 4: Await review and notification
- Content: Wait for the program administrators to assess your proposal
- Implications: Be patient during the review process and anticipate feedback or approval notification
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