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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) provides financial support for construction workers’ training and skill development. Eligible support can cover training, travel, and accommodation costs, with some incentives paid automatically for courses listed in the construction industry development directory.
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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.
Documents Needed
- Employee reimbursement form for non-listed training.
- Employer reimbursement form for eligible training costs.
- Authorization for advance payment recovery, if applicable.
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 development and organization costs, including instructors, materials, and equipment rental.
- Training fees for eligible activities.
- Travel and accommodation costs linked to eligible training.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Other expenses not related to travel or accommodation are not included in the incentives.
- Training cancellation or incomplete attendance is not eligible for incentives.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies with an establishment in Quebec.
How to apply
1
Verify employer eligibility
- Register as an employer with the Commission de la construction du Québec (CCQ)
- Ensure your business has an establishment in Quebec
- Declare the minimum required work hours to the CCQ according to your business's length of existence (1,500 hours for less than 24 months; 4,000 hours for more than 24 months)
2
Check worker eligibility requirements
- Hold a valid CCQ competency certificate related to the training
- Meet the prerequisites of the selected training course, if applicable
- Have declared a minimum of 400 hours to the CCQ in a trade or occupation within 24 of the previous 26 months before the training
3
Register for supported training
- Choose a training course from the Directory of Continuing Education Activities or ensure your chosen course is supported by the fund
- Register for the training via fiersetcompetents.ccq.org or by contacting the Info-perfectionnement line at 1 888 902-2222
4
Submit reimbursement request if required
- If the training is not listed in the official directory, complete the Reimbursement Request for Training Fees form as a worker or employer
- If eligible, employers may use CCQ’s corporate training services
5
Complete training and meet attendance
- Attend the full duration of each training day or evening as required
- Ensure all attendance requirements are met to receive financial support and travel/lodging allowances
6
Request advance payment if eligible
- If full-time training spans three weeks or more, request an advance from Info-perfectionnement two weeks before training starts
- Sign the authorization for potential recovery of overpayments in case of absence or non-participation
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed individually based on eligibility and training conditions.
- For listed training, eligible incentives are paid automatically with no reimbursement request required.
- For non-listed training, a reimbursement request must be completed.
- Advance payments require prior request and a signed authorization for recovery of overpaid amounts.
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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Training fund for employees in the construction industry Program
What is the Training fund for employees in the construction industry?
The Training Fund for Employees in the Construction Industry (FFSIC) provides financial support for construction workers’ training and skill development. Eligible support can cover training, travel, and accommodation costs, with some incentives paid automatically for courses listed in the construction industry development directory.
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)