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Solicited call - Skills for Success
Skills training funding for workforce readiness
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 26, 2021
- Closing date : August 25, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports projects that help Canadians improve foundational and transferable skills to better prepare for work and succeed on the job. Eligible projects can receive up to $75,000,000 per project for a maximum duration of 5 years and may include training opportunities, the Skills for Success model, and free online assessment tools and training resources.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : July 26, 2021
- Closing date : August 25, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
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
- All industries
Target groups
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementing the Skills for Success model.
- Providing skills training opportunities.
- Developing online assessment tools.
- Developing free online training resources.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-governmental organizations.
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- Academic institutions.
- Provinces and territories.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that were not invited to apply.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Solicited call - Skills for Success Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Solicited call - Skills for Success. 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 Solicited call - Skills for Success?
This program supports projects that help Canadians improve foundational and transferable skills to better prepare for work and succeed on the job. Eligible projects can receive up to $75,000,000 per project for a maximum duration of 5 years and may include training opportunities, the Skills for Success model, and free online assessment tools and training resources.
How much funding can be received?
Solicited call - Skills for Success Funds up to $75,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was August 25, 2021.
Who is eligible for the Solicited call - Skills for Success program?
To be eligible for the Solicited call - Skills for Success program, you must:
Invited organizations only.
National-scope project.
Supports under-represented groups.
What expenses are eligible under Solicited call - Skills for Success?
Implementing the Skills for Success model.
Providing skills training opportunities.
Developing online assessment tools.
Developing free online training resources.
Who can I contact for more information about the Solicited call - Skills for Success?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at EDSC.CPR-SFS.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Solicited call - Skills for Success available?
The Solicited call - Skills for Success program is available across Canada.