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Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC)

Q: How much funding can be received?

Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) program?

To be eligible for the Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) program, you must: Be an organization eligible under the program. Present a project related to the recognition of skills.

Q: Where is the Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) available?

The Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) is a undefined

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC)?

Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) is funded by Gouvernment of Québec

Last Update: March 5, 2026

Canada

Financial support for projects recognizing the skills of immigrants

Gouvernment of Québec

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Up to 10% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

Legal structures

All legal structures

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Overview

This program offers financial assistance covering the majority of the direct project costs, requiring a minimum contribution of 10% from the organization. It supports initiatives that develop or improve tools, services, and training aimed at facilitating and accelerating the recognition of skills acquired abroad by immigrant individuals.

Activities funded

Development of supplementary training, in person or online, leading to the practice of a profession or trade in Quebec.
Development of tools, services and training to reduce the length of required internships and improve the recognition of skills.
Design of guides, self-study tools and preparation materials for exams required by professional orders.
Implementation of tools for assessing education and experience acquired abroad, including validation exams and internships.
Creation of platforms, web content and information tools explaining the skills recognition process to immigrants.

Documents Needed

Duly completed financial assistance application form.
Project implementation plan accompanied by the budget.

Eligibility

Belong to one of the categories of organizations defined by the program.
Propose a project that meets the objectives of recognizing the skills of immigrants.

Who is eligible?

Organizations governing access to a profession or trade in Québec.
Organizations governing access to an industry that includes regulated professions or trades.
Educational institutions and school service centres.
Sectoral workforce committees (CSMO).
Associations or groups of employers, non-profit organizations and cooperatives compatible with the objectives of the program.

Eligible expenses

Direct costs related to the implementation of the skills recognition project.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses and organizations located in Québec (all administrative regions).

How to apply

Step 1: Project preparation
- Define the project in connection with the objectives of skills recognition.
- Complete the project implementation plan and the budget using the provided template.
Step 2: Fill out the form
- Complete the financial assistance application form provided for the program.
- Attach the project implementation plan to the application.
Step 3: Submission of the application
- Submit the financial assistance application and its supporting documents to the Ministry during the specified application period.

Additional information

Funded agreements have a maximum duration of three years.
The final year of the project must be dedicated to monitoring and evaluation.
Applications are accepted from April 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025.
Official templates and guides are provided to support project preparation.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC). 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 Recognition Assistance Program (PARC)?

How much funding can be received?

Who is eligible for the Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC) program?

What expenses are eligible under Skills Recognition Assistance Program (PARC)?

Development of supplementary training, in person or online, leading to the practice of a profession or trade in Quebec. Development of tools, services and training to reduce the length of required internships and improve the recognition of skills. Design of guides, self-study tools and preparation materials for exams required by professional orders. Implementation of tools for assessing education and experience acquired abroad, including validation exams and internships. Creation of platforms, web content and information tools explaining the skills recognition process to immigrants.