START Program
NS, Canada
Financial incentives for Nova Scotia employers with a labour need
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
grant_single|grantors
- Government of Nova Scotia
- Employment Nova Scotia
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grant_card_status|open
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Financing focused on small to medium sized enterprises to help employ ready-to-work Nova Scotians.
grant_single_labels|projects
- Projects related to priority sectors in Nova Scotia such as ocean technology, information and communication technology, financial services, clean technology, life sciences, or aerospace and defence.
- Job opportunities that can contribute to developing transferrable skills for unemployed individuals.
- Full-time sustainable employment opportunities.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$80,000
Halifax
Developing an ocean data analytics platform to advance marine research and sustainable fisheries.
$150,000
Dartmouth
Establishing a cybersecurity training center to equip students with advanced security skills.
$120,000
Sydney
Launching a clean technology project to develop solar-powered water purification systems.
$100,000
Truro
Creating an aerospace engineering internship program to train graduates in advanced manufacturing techniques.
$140,000
Wolfville
Establishing a life sciences research lab to study infectious diseases and train new researchers.
$90,000
Lunenburg
Implementing a financial services training program to upgrade the skills of unemployed Nova Scotians.
grant_single_labels|admissibility
The eligibility criteria for the START Program are:
- Unemployed
- Resident of Nova Scotia
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident, or an international graduate who meets eligibility requirements
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Start program provides funding to small or medium-sized employers, including businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and social enterprises, located in Nova Scotia with employees living and working in the province.
- Small or medium-sized businesses
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Social enterprises
- Employers with a physical presence in Nova Scotia
- Employers with employees working in Nova Scotia
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for the START grant. Small or medium-sized employers, including businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and social enterprises, located in Nova Scotia are eligible. Companies headquartered outside Nova Scotia but with a physical presence in the province and employees working there are also eligible.
- Large corporations
- Employers without a physical location in Nova Scotia
- Companies without employees working in the province
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
Eligible expenses for the START Program include wage incentives to offset salary and benefit costs, funding for training costs, and support for equipment and other direct costs associated with hiring a new employee.
- Wage incentives
- Training costs
- Equipment and other costs
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for the START Program grant in Nova Scotia. Employers are assessed based on factors such as the type of employment offered, wages, employee skill level, duration of job search, support for priority sectors, and other relevant considerations.
- Type of employment offered
- Wages offered
- Employee’s skill level
- Duration of the employee's job search
- Support for priority sectors in Nova Scotia
- Other relevant factors
grant_single_labels|register
- Create a LaMPSS Account or sign in when applying online.
- Make sure to read the START Program Guidelines before applying.
grant_single_labels|contact
877-223-0888
Apply to this program
START Program Grant Summary
The START Program in Nova Scotia offers wage incentives, training cost coverage, and funding for equipment to help small or medium-sized employers hire unemployed individuals.
START Program Overview
The START Program in Nova Scotia is designed to support employers in hiring unemployed Nova Scotians by providing financial incentives and assistance. Employers can receive wage incentives, training cost coverage, and funding for equipment to offset hiring costs. The program aims to connect employers with suitable candidates and address unemployment challenges in the province.
Employers eligible for the START Program include small or medium-sized businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and social enterprises located in Nova Scotia. To qualify for funding, employers must have a physical presence in the province and employ workers who also reside and work in Nova Scotia.
Wage incentives provided through the START Program help employers offset salary and benefit expenses associated with hiring new employees. The amount of the wage incentive is determined based on factors such as the type of employment offered, the employee's skill level, wages offered, and the duration of the employee's job search.
In addition to wage incentives, employers can receive funding to cover training costs for new employees. This support helps employers invest in the skills development of their workforce and ensures that employees are equipped to succeed in their roles.
The START Program also offers funding to help employers cover the costs of equipment or other direct expenses related to hiring a new employee. This financial support aims to alleviate some of the financial burdens associated with expanding the workforce or upgrading equipment.
Individuals who are unemployed and looking for work in Nova Scotia can benefit from the START Program by obtaining a START Marketing Letter from Employment Nova Scotia. This letter can be used to showcase to potential employers that they may be eligible to receive funding through the program if they hire the individual.
To apply for the START Program as an employer, businesses must submit an online application through the LaMPSS Account system. It is essential for employers to apply before hiring new employees to be eligible for funding. On the other hand, unemployed individuals can contact a Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre to discuss their eligibility and submit their application for the program.
The START Program plays a crucial role in supporting job creation and addressing unemployment in Nova Scotia. By providing financial incentives and assistance to employers, the program facilitates the hiring of unemployed individuals and promotes economic growth in the province.