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Skills Development Funding
Funding for education and training support
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
This program provides skills development funding for education and training, with a maximum amount based on the applicant’s program and costs. It supports degree, certificate, and diploma studies, including related training expenses and living costs listed in the application form.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Other Education
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Rural / Remote communities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Degree programs
- Certificate programs
- Diploma programs
Documents Needed
- Updated resume
- High school marks
- School acknowledgement or acceptance
- University or college transcripts
- Detailed cost breakdown
- Labour market research form
- Academic audit for bursary applications
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- NunatuKavut members
- Students applying to university, college, degree, certificate, or diploma programs
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who do not submit a complete application
Eligible expenses
- Tuition, books, equipment, and mandatory fees.
- Health and dental costs related to study.
- Living expenses such as rent, groceries, transportation, childcare, and utilities.
Eligible geographic areas
- NunatuKavut Community Council area
- Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador
Processing and Agreement
- Incomplete applications are not assessed.
- Applications are reviewed against career path, labour market information, educational institution, and NunatuKavut membership.
- The applicant may receive an acknowledgement letter after submission.
- NCC may validate information before making a decision.
Additional information
- Applications must be complete to be assessed.
- The applicant must sign a declaration authorizing information sharing and verification.
- Assistance is available for completing the application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Skills Development Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Skills Development Funding. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Skills Development Funding?
This program provides skills development funding for education and training, with a maximum amount based on the applicant’s program and costs. It supports degree, certificate, and diploma studies, including related training expenses and living costs listed in the application form.
Who is eligible for the Skills Development Funding program?
To be eligible for the Skills Development Funding program, you must:
NunatuKavut member
Post-secondary training applicant
Complete application required
What expenses are eligible under Skills Development Funding?
Degree programs
Certificate programs
Diploma programs
Who can I contact for more information about the Skills Development Funding?
You can contact NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) by email at btuttauk@nunatukavut.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Skills Development Funding available?
The Skills Development Funding program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the Skills Development Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Skills Development Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Skills Development Funding?
Skills Development Funding is funded by NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC)