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Training fund for employees in the construction industry
Financial support for construction workers' training and development
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Training Fund for Employees in the Construction Industry (FFSIC) offers financial support covering training fees, travel, and accommodation costs to workers and employers in Quebec's construction sector, with individual funding calculated based on distance, course type, and eligibility conditions. The program aims to promote skills development through subsidized and reimbursed courses, with no fixed maximum amount specified, supporting both mandatory and voluntary upskilling activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
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
- Professional development activities for construction industry workers.
- Mandatory training or upskilling related to construction trades or occupations.
- Management training for individuals preparing for supervisory roles at construction worksites.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies registered with the Commission de la construction du Québec (CCQ)
- Employers in the construction industry with an establishment in Quebec
- Businesses operating in the institutional, commercial, industrial, civil engineering, roadwork, and residential construction sectors
Eligible expenses
- Training course fees for skills development recognized by the program.
- Travel expenses for attending eligible training activities.
- Accommodation expenses during eligible training, based on daily attendance.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies with an establishment in Quebec.
Additional information
- Workers must be registered to courses supported by the Fund to benefit from free training and incentives.
- The analysis of financial support is individualized, considering factors such as course overlap and the distance from the participant’s residence.
- Full attendance for each day or evening of training is necessary to receive reimbursement of travel and accommodation expenses.
- Advance payments for travel and accommodation can be requested for certain full-time, multi-week training sessions by applying in advance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Training fund for employees in the construction industry Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Training fund for employees in the construction industry. 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 Training fund for employees in the construction industry?
The Training Fund for Employees in the Construction Industry (FFSIC) offers financial support covering training fees, travel, and accommodation costs to workers and employers in Quebec's construction sector, with individual funding calculated based on distance, course type, and eligibility conditions. The program aims to promote skills development through subsidized and reimbursed courses, with no fixed maximum amount specified, supporting both mandatory and voluntary upskilling activities.
Who is eligible for the Training fund for employees in the construction industry program?
To be eligible for the Training fund for employees in the construction industry program, you must:
Must be registered with the CCQ
Must have an establishment in Quebec
If less than 24 months old, must have declared at least 1,500 hours of work to the CCQ; if more than 24 months, at least 4,000 hours in 24 of the last 26 months
What expenses are eligible under Training fund for employees in the construction industry?
Professional development activities for construction industry workers.
Mandatory training or upskilling related to construction trades or occupations.
Management training for individuals preparing for supervisory roles at construction worksites.
Who can I contact for more information about the Training fund for employees in the construction industry?
You can contact Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec (CMMTQ) or by phone at 1-888-902-2222.
Where is the Training fund for employees in the construction industry available?
The Training fund for employees in the construction industry program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Training fund for employees in the construction industry a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Training fund for employees in the construction industry is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Training fund for employees in the construction industry?
Training fund for employees in the construction industry is funded by Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec (CMMTQ), Commission de la construction du Québec (CCQ)