TECHNATION — Calgary Wage Subsidy Program
- Open Date : September 1, 2024
- Closing date : April 30, 2025
Overview
The Calgary Wage Subsidy Program offers substantial funding, providing up to 80% in wage subsidies for tech-immersive placements with a maximum funding example of $12,500, aimed at fostering skill development in high-growth areas such as AI, cloud, data, cybersecurity, and software development in Calgary. Eligible activities include tech-focused roles prioritizing AI, big data, and machine learning, but business operations roles such as digital marketing and business analysis are also encouraged.
At a glance
Funding available
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Up to 80% of project cost
- Open Date : September 1, 2024
- Closing date : April 30, 2025
Eligible candidates
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Calgary
- Alberta
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- All groups
Next Steps
Activities funded
The TECHNATION Calgary Wage Subsidy Program supports skill development and innovation in the tech sector through immersive roles. Eligible activities focus on enhancing technical capabilities in high-growth areas, supported by substantial wage subsidies.
- Tech-immersive placements in AI, cloud, data, cybersecurity, and software development.
- Roles related to digital marketing, business analysis, and other business operations.
- Projects targeting skill development in machine learning and big data roles.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
The Calgary Wage Subsidy Program is available to all employers based in Calgary. While small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are given priority, large enterprises are also encouraged to apply. The program specifically targets roles that are tech-immersive, with additional priority given to roles focusing on AI, big data, and machine learning. Key eligibility requirements include that the student must be a resident of Calgary, and at least 25% of the work placement must be completed in-person.
Eligible expenses
The grant supports wage-related expenses for tech-immersive student placements in Calgary businesses.
- Wage subsidies covering up to 80% of the gross wages for tech-immersive placements.
- Employer contribution of at least 25% of gross student earnings during Phase 1.
- Support for roles in areas such as AI, big data, machine learning, digital marketing, and business analysis.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is exclusively available to companies located in Calgary, Alberta. The program specifically targets businesses within this geographical area to promote growth and innovation in the local tech industry.
- Companies based in Calgary, Alberta.
How to apply
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Access the Application Portal
- Visit the TECHNATION Career Ready Application Portal.
- Step 2: Create Application
- Begin creating your grant application on the portal.
- The initial three steps should take approximately 10-12 minutes to complete.
- Step 3: Select Funding Option
- When asked, confirm your interest in the "Calgary Wage Subsidy Program" by answering "Yes" to: "As a Calgary-based business, you may be eligible for a wage subsidy of up to 80% through the Calgary Wage Subsidy Program. Would you be interested in applying for this stackable funding?"
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Complete any remaining sections of the application as prompted by the portal.
- Submit your application through the portal for review.
- Step 5: Confirmation of Receipt
- Wait for an email confirmation from TECHNATION confirming that your application has been reviewed.
Additional information
Your participation in the Calgary Wage Subsidy Program includes additional considerations:
- Employers should plan for at least 25% of work placements being performed in-person.
- Ensure the role is tech-immersive, with a focus on high-growth areas like AI and data analytics.
- No cap exists on the number of students an employer can apply to hire, but notification is required if hiring more than five students.