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Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services - MN - Canada

Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services

Last Update: July 22, 2025
MN, Canada
Financial support to address labour market needs in Manitoba

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open

Overview

The Labour Market Partnerships program provides financial support to private, public, and community sector organizations, assisting them in addressing labour market development, labour force development, and workforce adjustment issues. Eligible activities may include pre-employment preparation, job-specific skills training, and on-site (hands-on) training, with the goal of aiding eligible unemployed and "job-loss threatened" individuals to gain sustainable employment.

Activities funded

The Workforce Training and Employment Assistance Services in Manitoba aims to support businesses and communities by addressing labour force development needs. Eligible projects focus on training, employment assistance, and workforce development.
  • Development and implementation of employment plans with individuals.
  • Provision of case management and employment counseling services.
  • Delivery of job search assistance and job referral services.
  • Carrying out diagnostic and testing services for potential employees.
  • Coordination of pre-employment preparation and job-specific skills training.
  • On-site training and support for hands-on skill development.
  • Facilitation of partnerships to address specific skills shortages in communities.
  • Provision of wage subsidies to support the hiring and training of new workers.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 45,000
Create a job-specific skills training program for culinary arts
$ 30,000
Launch a pre-employment bootcamp for women re-entering the workforce
$ 45,000
Establish a hands-on machinist training program for veterans
$ 28,000
Develop a workforce adjustment program for displaced workers
$ 25,000
Develop an on-site computer programming training program for youth
$ 32,000
Implement a labour force development initiative for Indigenous communities

Eligibility

Eligibility criteria for this grant are not explicitly stated in the provided content.

Who is eligible?

Employers in Manitoba and organizations that partner with Training and Employment Services, including communities, sector associations, and public/private sector organizations.

Eligible expenses

There are several activities eligible for this grant, focusing on addressing labor market needs, providing training, and supporting workforce development. The projects are designed to enhance the skills available in the workforce and aid those facing job loss.
  • Development of industry-specific training programs.
  • Ensuring availability of a skilled workforce through strategic training plans.
  • Assisting workers facing imminent job loss with support programs.
  • Facilitation of industry-wide strategic training plans.
  • Provision of labor market information to address skills shortages.
  • Partnership development with local industry groups to tackle labor market needs.
  • Engagement in Employment Assistance Services, including job search assistance and employment counseling.
  • Funding initiatives under Employment Partnerships for pre-employment and job-specific skills training.
  • Financial support for projects under Labour Market Partnerships focusing on workforce adjustment issues.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is offered by the Province of Manitoba and is aimed at supporting regional workforce development. Eligible companies are those located within Manitoba, Canada.
  • Companies based in the Province of Manitoba.
  • Organizations operating within Manitoba's regional jurisdictions.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
  • Employment plan development
  • Case management
  • Assessment and employment counselling
  • Self-service labour market information
  • Job search assistance
  • Job referral and placement
  • Diagnostic and testing services
  • Pre-employment preparation
  • Job-specific skills training
  • On-site (hands-on) training

How to apply

1

Preliminary Consultation

  • Contact the Manitoba Jobs and Skills Development Centre nearest you for guidance and initial consultation.
  • Discuss potential funding opportunities and partnership programs available.
2

Identify Partnership Opportunities

  • Get involved with local industry groups or community organizations.
  • Develop a potential partnership with Training and Employment Services to address labour market needs.
3

Prepare Application Materials

  • Collaborate with relevant partners to develop a detailed project proposal.
  • Gather necessary supporting documents, including eligibility letters from Training and Employment Services if applicable.
4

Application Submission

  • Follow the instructions provided by the Manitoba Jobs and Skills Development Centre to submit your application.
  • Ensure all required documents and forms are completed and submitted before the deadline.
5

Confirmation and Follow-up

  • Wait for confirmation of receipt from the granting agency.
  • Follow up with the Development Centre if any additional information is needed.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for employers partnering with Training and Employment Services:
  • The Job Bank offers a bilingual service, making it accessible to a wider range of applicants.
  • Employers can develop strategic training plans through partnerships, helping to address specific skills shortages.
  • Businesses can utilize labour market information provided by Training and Employment Services to optimize workforce strategies.
  • Engagement with local industry groups is encouraged to better align with labour market needs.
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