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Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream
Community workforce planning and skills development support
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 18, 2022
- Closing date : June 30, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $55 million to support community-based workforce development across Canada. It funds collaborative projects that improve local workforce planning, skills training, and economic diversification.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 18, 2022
- Closing date : June 30, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community workforce planning initiatives.
- Skills training and upskilling projects.
- Reskilling jobseekers and workers.
- Local economic development and workforce collaboration.
- Projects supporting clean growth, diversification, and rural or remote communities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- For-profit organizations with non-commercial activities.
- Municipal governments.
- Indigenous organizations.
- Educational institutions.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not invited by ESDC.
- For-profit activities intended to generate profit.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec organizations may be subject to M-30 requirements.
Selection criteria
- Capacity, experience, and expertise to deliver program objectives.
- Representation from diverse sectors.
- Geographic diversity.
- Experience working with under-represented groups.
- Projects must address all national stream priorities.
How to apply
- Step 1: Receive an invitation
- Only organizations invited by ESDC can apply.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the application package for the invited call.
- Step 3: Submit the application by email deadline
- Send the application before June 30, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. EDT.
- Step 4: Await review and decision
- ESDC reviews eligible applications under the competitive process.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a competitive solicited process.
- Only invited applications are considered.
- Incomplete applications may be screened out.
- Funding decisions may be full or partial.
Additional information
- The call is competitive and only invited organizations can apply.
- Incomplete applications may be screened out.
- Projects are expected to start in early 2023.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream Program
What is the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream?
This program provides up to $55 million to support community-based workforce development across Canada. It funds collaborative projects that improve local workforce planning, skills training, and economic diversification.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 30, 2022.
Who is eligible for the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream program?
To be eligible for the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream program, you must:
ESDC invitation required.
Eligible recipient type.
Project supports program goals.
What expenses are eligible under Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream?
Community workforce planning initiatives.
Skills training and upskilling projects.
Reskilling jobseekers and workers.
Local economic development and workforce collaboration.
Projects supporting clean growth, diversification, and rural or remote communities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at EDSC.DGOP.PDMC-CWDP.POB.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca.
Where is the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream available?
The Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream program is available across Canada.
Is the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - National Stream is a Grant and Funding