Open
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides free rapid COVID-19 tests to support workplace screening. It helps businesses and non-profit organizations protect employees through regular testing and on-site screening.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : April 13, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Workplace COVID-19 screening for employees.
- Regular rapid testing programs for on-site staff.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses
- Non-profit organizations
- Indigenous communities and organizations
- Companies operating in Indigenous communities
Who is not eligible
- Individuals seeking rapid tests for personal use
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Personal use rapid tests for individuals.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- Saskatchewan
- Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Check your eligibility
- Confirm that your organization can request rapid tests for workplace screening.
- Step 2: Contact the provider
- Businesses and NPOs can email screening.kits-trousse.depistage@hc-sc.gc.ca.
- Indigenous communities and organizations should first contact provincial or territorial sources or their local Indigenous health authority.
- Step 3: Arrange delivery or pick-up
- For pharmacy distribution, contact a participating pharmacy to confirm availability and arrange pick-up.
Additional information
- Rapid tests are for workplace screening, not personal use.
- The screening program is an added layer of protection, not a substitute for public health measures.
- Positive rapid test results should be followed up with local public health advice.
- Some pharmacies may charge a training and handling fee per kit.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Workplace screening of employees Program
What is the Workplace screening of employees?
This program provides free rapid COVID-19 tests to support workplace screening. It helps businesses and non-profit organizations protect employees through regular testing and on-site screening.
Who is eligible for the Workplace screening of employees program?
To be eligible for the Workplace screening of employees program, you must:
Businesses and non-profit organizations
On-site employee screening
Indigenous communities and organizations
What expenses are eligible under Workplace screening of employees?
Workplace COVID-19 screening for employees.
Regular rapid testing programs for on-site staff.
Who can I contact for more information about the Workplace screening of employees?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at screening.kits-trousse.depistage@hc-sc.gc.ca.
Where is the Workplace screening of employees available?
The Workplace screening of employees program is available across Canada.
Is the Workplace screening of employees a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Workplace screening of employees is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Workplace screening of employees?
Workplace screening of employees is funded by Government of Canada