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Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services
Financial support to address labour market needs in Manitoba
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Manitoba, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Young adults
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Eligibility
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services. 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 Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services?
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.
Who is eligible for the Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services program?
To be eligible for the Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services program, you must:
Eligible companies must partner with the Training and Employment Services to develop industry-specific training and strategic plans.
The applicant should be involved in activities that address labour force development needs.
Eligible companies may receive funding to aid eligible unemployed, employed, low-skilled, low-income, or job-loss threatened individuals.
What expenses are eligible under Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services?
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.
Where is the Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services available?
The Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services?
Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Assistance Services is funded by Government of Manitoba, Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources