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Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program
Funding for skilled trades awareness projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 13, 2021
- Closing date : June 28, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
The program provides up to CAD 3,000,000 per year, to a maximum of CAD 15,000,000 over 5 years. It supports projects that build awareness of skilled trades, help people prepare for apprenticeships, and offer career exploration, skills training, and work experience.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : May 13, 2021
- Closing date : June 28, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Career exploration activities for the skilled trades.
- Skills training to prepare participants for apprenticeship.
- Work experience to support entry into the skilled trades.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- For-profit organizations
- Municipal governments
- Indigenous organizations, including Band Councils, Tribal Councils, and self-government entities
- Provincial and territorial governments, institutions, agencies, and Crown corporations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that were not invited by Employment and Social Development Canada
Processing and Agreement
- The application was reviewed as part of a competitive solicited process.
- Only invited organizations that submitted a proposal were considered for funding.
- Funding was not automatic for invited organizations.
Additional information
- This is a solicited call for proposals.
- Only invited organizations can apply.
- The process is competitive, and not all invited organizations will be funded.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program. 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 process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program?
The program provides up to CAD 3,000,000 per year, to a maximum of CAD 15,000,000 over 5 years. It supports projects that build awareness of skilled trades, help people prepare for apprenticeships, and offer career exploration, skills training, and work experience.
How much funding can be received?
Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 28, 2021.
Who is eligible for the Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program program?
To be eligible for the Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program program, you must:
Invited by ESDC only
Targets non-registered apprentices
Non-commercial if for-profit
What expenses are eligible under Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program?
Career exploration activities for the skilled trades.
Skills training to prepare participants for apprenticeship.
Work experience to support entry into the skilled trades.
Who can I contact for more information about the Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at NC-DGOP-POB-UTIP-PFIMS-GD@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
Where is the Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program available?
The Solicited process for projects under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program program is available across Canada.