How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2024-01-29T00:00:00Z.

Who are the financial supporters of the Supported Employment?

Supported Employment is funded by Government of Ontario, Ministry of Colleges and Universities

What are Supported Employment's eligibility criterias?

The program is offered to employers in the Belleville, Cornwall, and Timmins areas. Employers need to match with job seekers with disabilities requiring intensive support services.

Supported Employment

Last Update: July 22, 2025

ON, Canada

Funding to hire employees with disabilities

Supported Employment at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 27, 2023
Closing date : January 29, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Government of Ontario
Ministry of Colleges and Universities

Program status

Open

Overview of the Supported Employment program

Gain access to financial support to address staffing and skills needs by hiring suitably skilled people with disabilities.

Eligible projects & activities

The Supported Employment program specifies three eligible geographical areas where services are offered. These locations have been chosen for the initial phase of the program implementation to ensure targeted support.

Belleville
Cornwall
Timmins

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 50,000

Workshop to develop employability skills for people with disabilities

$ 40,000

Career exploration services for people with disabilities

$ 45,000

Job retention support for employees with disabilities

$ 30,000

Inclusive workplace training for employers

$ 30,000

Job matching service for people with disabilities

$ 50,000

On-the-job coaching services for disabled employees

Eligibility criteria of the Supported Employment program

Eligibility for the Supported Employment grant under Employment Ontario is based on specific criteria associated with service providers and program requirements.

The service provider must be able to demonstrate experience in working with individuals who have disabilities and provide intensive support services required by the participants.
The service provider must operate in the regions selected for the initial implementation phase, specifically in Timmins, Cornwall, and Belleville.
Providers must have the infrastructure to implement the Supported Employment model, including job coaching, job retention services, and training on workplace accommodations.
Participating service providers should be engaged in consultations and development of the program guidelines.
Employers must collaborate with service providers to support job matching and workplace integration for participants.

Who is eligible?

Supported Employment is designed to help individuals with disabilities who are seeking intensive support services to gain job readiness and employment opportunities. Additionally, the program is open to employers who are looking for skilled workers to meet their workforce needs. The program operates in Belleville, Cornwall, and Timmins areas, offering tailored employment support services to these populations.

Eligible expenses

The Supported Employment program aims to provide customized employment services for individuals with disabilities, promoting job readiness and sustainable employment opportunities while assisting employers in creating inclusive workplaces. Eligible activities focus on various stages of employment support and coordination, catering to both job seekers and employers.

Client Service Planning and Coordination to assess and direct individuals to suitable employment services.
Employability Skills workshops for job readiness and personal development.
Job Search initiatives including employer outreach and effective job search strategies.
Job Matching services to align individuals with suitable employment opportunities without time-limited placements.
Job Coaching providing on-site training and workplace issue resolution.
Job Retention support offering periodic interventions post-intensive job coaching.

Eligible geographic areas

The Supported Employment grant program provides financial support for expenses directly related to employment services for individuals with disabilities.

Customized employment supports tailored to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
Financial supports for addressing barriers to employment for individuals.
Training on the use of assistive devices, adaptive technologies, and workplace accommodations.
On-the-job coaching and retention services for clients.
Workplace inclusion training for employers to support and retain employees with disabilities.

Eligibility criteria of the Supported Employment program

Supported Employment grant provides employment services to people with disabilities, focusing on job readiness and matching employers with skilled workers. The evaluation and selection criteria include:

Demonstrated need for intensive support services
Readiness for job placement and employment opportunities
Customized employment supports tailored to individual needs
Financial supports available for individuals and employers to address barriers

How to apply to the Supported Employment program

Eligibility Check

Verify that the individual supports the eligibility requirements for the Supported Employment program.
Confirm that the applicant is within the desired catchment areas such as Belleville, Cornwall, or Timmins.

Contact a Service Provider

Use the Employment Ontario search tool to find a local service provider.
Contact the identified service provider for assistance with the application process.

Registration Process

Complete the SE Participant Registration Form (3006E) with the help of the service provider.
Service provider submits the registration form and required documentation to Employment Ontario.

Initial Assessment

Undergo an initial assessment conducted by the service provider to identify employment needs and appropriate supports.
Develop a customized service plan based on the assessment outcomes.

Program Enrollment

Enroll in the Supported Employment program after confirming the customized service plan.
Begin receiving employment services and supports as outlined in the service plan.

Ongoing Support and Monitoring

Receive ongoing support from the service provider, including job coaching and retention services.
Participate in regular evaluations to monitor progress and adjust the support plan as necessary.

Additional information

Aside from eligibility criteria and application steps, here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The Supported Employment program will be gradually integrated with existing employment services such as the Ontario Employment Assistance Service, Ontario Disability Support Program-Employment Supports, and the Mental Health Vocational Employment Program.
The program is designed to be responsive to the distinct community settings and workplace challenges of people with disabilities.
The phased approach allows for feedback gathering from service providers and participants, enabling modifications before further statewide roll-out.
Program effectiveness will be measured using various indicators related to the service profile, participant outcomes, and value for money.
The first phase of implementation targets Timmins, Cornwall, and Belleville.