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Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream
Funding for community workforce development projects
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : December 13, 2022
- Closing date : February 3, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $55 million to support community workforce development projects. It funds collaborative initiatives that improve workforce planning, skills training, and local economic development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : December 13, 2022
- Closing date : February 3, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community workforce planning initiatives.
- Skills training and upskilling projects.
- Reskilling activities for jobseekers and workers.
- Partnership projects linking employers, training providers, and community organizations.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- For-profit organizations
- Municipal governments
- Indigenous organizations
- Educational institutions
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec organizations and entities operating in Quebec are subject to M-30 considerations
Selection criteria
- Organizational capacity, experience, and expertise.
- Representation across sectors such as education, training, labour, non-profit, and Indigenous organizations.
- Geographic diversity.
- Experience working with under-represented groups.
- Alignment with regional stream priorities.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a competitive call for proposals.
- Only invited organizations are considered.
- ESDC may accept an application in whole or in part.
- Incomplete applications may be screened out.
Additional information
- This call for proposals is competitive.
- Applications may be accepted in whole or in part.
- Incomplete applications may be screened out.
- Quebec organizations may need to comply with M-30 requirements before signing an agreement.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream Program
What is the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream?
This program provides up to $55 million to support community workforce development projects. It funds collaborative initiatives that improve workforce planning, skills training, and local economic development.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was February 3, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream program?
To be eligible for the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream program, you must:
Invited by ESDC
Fits an eligible recipient category
Supports program priorities
What expenses are eligible under Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream?
Community workforce planning initiatives.
Skills training and upskilling projects.
Reskilling activities for jobseekers and workers.
Partnership projects linking employers, training providers, and community organizations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional 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 - Regional Stream available?
The Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream program is available across Canada.
Is the Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Solicited call for funding under the Community Workforce Development Program - Regional Stream is a Partnering and Collaboration