Canada - Manitoba Job Grant

Up to $100,000
Type
GRANTS AND FUNDING
Application Difficulty
MEDIUM
Time To Complete4 weeksProgram Budgetno cap
See If You Qualify

Highlights

This program is designed specifically for businesses like yours. It offers a unique opportunity to receive significant financial support for employee training. By participating, you can get up to 75% of eligible training costs covered if you have 100 or fewer employees, and 50% if you have more than 101 employees. This means you can enhance your team's skills without bearing the full financial burden.

Why should you apply?

  • Financial Relief: The grant helps reduce the cost of training, allowing you to allocate funds to other critical areas of your business.
  • Skill Development: Investing in employee training can lead to increased productivity and innovation.
  • Competitive Edge: A well-trained workforce can give your business a significant advantage in the market.

What's in it for you?

  • Substantial Savings: Covering up to 75% of training costs can lead to considerable savings.
  • Ease of Qualification: The application process is straightforward, and as long as you meet the criteria, you stand a good chance of approval.

Being approved for this grant can help you grow your business by enhancing your workforce's capabilities, ultimately leading to better performance and profitability.

Financing Details

Type of Financing:

  • Grant funding is provided, offering up to $10,000 per employee with a maximum limit of $100,000 to cover third-party skills training costs for employees.

Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:

  • No repayment terms or interest rates are specified, as this is a grant and not a loan. The funds do not need to be paid back.

Eligible Expenses:

  • Eligible expenses include the costs of third-party skills training for employees. These expenses must be directly related to enhancing the skills and knowledge of the workforce.

Ineligible Expenses:

  • The funds cannot be used for any expenses other than third-party skills training costs for employees. Any other expenses not directly related to employee training are not covered by this grant.

Fees:

  • There are no fees associated with this program, as it is a grant and not a loan. The funds provided do not require repayment or any additional charges.

Qualifications

  • Must be a business operating in Manitoba.
  • Must submit the latest version of the CMJG application.
  • Applications must be submitted by the business itself, not by another organization on behalf of the business.
  • Must have 100 or fewer employees to qualify for up to 75% of eligible training costs.
  • Must have 101 or more employees to qualify for up to 50% of eligible training costs.

  • Disqualifications:
  • Prior recipients of three Job Grants over the past five years.
  • Current recipients of funding from Manitoba under another Industry Workforce Development program such as the Industry Expansion Program or the Workforce Development Program.
  • K-12 schools funded by provincial/federal sources.
  • Federal, provincial, and territorial governments.
  • Federal and provincial crown corporations and agencies.

Description

This program offers your business up to $10,000 per employee, with a maximum of $100,000. This money can be used to cover the cost of third-party skills training for your employees.

Benefits include:

  • Significant financial support: Up to 75% of eligible training costs for small employers (100 or fewer employees) and up to 50% for larger companies (101 or more employees).
  • No upfront payments: Payments are made once all training is completed and reporting requirements are met.

This grant is a great opportunity to enhance your team's skills without a large financial burden. Investing in your employees' training can lead to increased productivity and growth for your business.

Program Steps

To apply for the program, follow these steps:

1. Download the Latest Application Form: Visit the official website and download the most recent version of the application form. Ensure you are using the correct form, as outdated versions will not be accepted.

2. Prepare Required Documentation: Gather the necessary documents to support your application. These include:

  • Business Registration Certificate
  • Latest Financial Statements
  • Training Plan and Budget
  • Proof of Business Insurance
  • Employee Information (e.g., payroll records)

3. Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form carefully. Make sure all sections are completed accurately and thoroughly.

4. Submit the Application: Submit the completed application form and all required documentation. Applications must be submitted by the business owner and not by another organization on behalf of the business.

5. Wait for Confirmation: After submission, you will receive an email confirming that your application has been received. Applications are reviewed in the order they are received.

6. Review and Decision: Your application will be reviewed, and a funding decision will be made. This process may take several weeks. You will be notified via email once a decision has been made.

7. Complete Training and Reporting Requirements: If approved, complete the training as outlined in your application. Ensure all reporting requirements are met to receive the grant payment.

8. Receive Grant Payment: Once all training and reporting requirements are fulfilled, the grant payment will be processed. Note that advance payments are not available.

Following these steps will help ensure your application is complete and submitted correctly.

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