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Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream
Funding for research and innovation in workforce skills
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 9, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
This program funds research and innovation projects that help improve skills for employment and workplace success. Eligible organizations could request up to $7.5 million per project for national or regional initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 9, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Conduct research on labour market and skills issues.
- Develop and test innovative approaches to help people prepare for, return to, or keep employment.
- Study ways to improve workplace inclusion, employer engagement, or skills training practices.
- Share project results through a dissemination strategy for organizations and employers.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Budget Detail Template
- Supporting documents for the organization’s legal status or registration number, if applicable
- Attestation completed by the official representative
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- For-profit organizations with non-commercial project intent
- Labour unions
- Research organizations, think tanks and academic institutions
- Indigenous organizations
- Provincial and territorial governments, institutions, agencies and Crown corporations
Eligible expenses
- Staff wages and related benefits
- Rent, lease, insurance and utilities
- Equipment purchase or rental
- Materials, supplies and printing
- Audit, evaluation and communication costs
- Direct support for individuals such as living expenses, tuition, childcare, disability-related needs, transportation and accommodation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Proposal preparation costs
- Entertainment costs
- Costs incurred outside the contribution agreement dates
- Fines and penalties
- Lobbyist fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- National projects
- Regional projects
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for eligibility before assessment.
- Projects are then assessed against program objectives and additional funding considerations.
- Applicants are notified in writing of the outcome after review.
- A funding agreement must be signed before any project activities or expenses can begin.
- Incomplete applications may be given 5 business days to provide missing information.
Additional information
- Only one application per stream was allowed under a single CRA business registration number.
- Organizations located and operating in Quebec may need to comply with M-30 before signing an agreement with the Government of Canada.
- An application had to be complete to remain in process; missing information could be requested by email within 5 business days.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream. 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 for Success - Research and Innovation Stream?
This program funds research and innovation projects that help improve skills for employment and workplace success. Eligible organizations could request up to $7.5 million per project for national or regional initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $7,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream program?
To be eligible for the Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream program, you must:
Eligible organization type
National or regional scope
Research and innovation focus
What expenses are eligible under Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream?
Conduct research on labour market and skills issues.
Develop and test innovative approaches to help people prepare for, return to, or keep employment.
Study ways to improve workplace inclusion, employer engagement, or skills training practices.
Share project results through a dissemination strategy for organizations and employers.
Who can I contact for more information about the Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
Where is the Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream available?
The Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream program is available across Canada.
Is the Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream is a Grant and Funding