Compensation for Employers of Reservists Program
Highlights
This program is designed for you if you employ reservists or are a self-employed reservist. It offers one-time financial support to help cover the operational costs when reservists are deployed on full-time military duty. This means you can maintain your business operations smoothly without worrying about the financial impact of your employees' military commitments.
What You Get
- Compensation for operational losses when reservists are on duty
- Enhanced relationships with your reservist employees
- Strengthened support for reservists balancing work, family, and military duties
Why Apply?
- Financial relief: Offset the costs of reservists' absence, ensuring your business remains stable.
- Community impact: Contribute to a better understanding and support of reservists in your community.
- Ease of qualification: The application process is straightforward, and the program is designed to support businesses like yours.
By participating, you not only support your reservist employees but also enhance your business's reputation and community ties.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Eligible Expenses:
- Operational costs incurred when reservist employees deploy on full-time operational duty.
- Costs related to hiring temporary replacements.
- Training costs for new or temporary staff.
- Additional administrative costs directly related to the reservist's deployment.
Use of Funds:
- Funds can be used to cover the above eligible expenses only.
Restrictions:
- Funds cannot be used for capital expenditures, such as purchasing equipment or property.
- Funds cannot be used for personal expenses or unrelated business costs.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with applying for or receiving this grant.
Qualifications
- Must be an employer of a reservist or a self-employed reservist.
- Must submit an application for each reservist upon their return from active military duty.
Must be prepared to provide supporting documentation as required by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
Disqualifications:
- No specific disqualifications mentioned in the provided context.
Description
This program offers one-time financial support to help cover the costs when your reservist employees are called for full-time military duty. You can receive grants to offset the operational expenses you incur while your employees serve in the military, whether domestically or abroad.
Key benefits include:
- Financial compensation for the operational losses when your reservist employees are away.
- Enhanced relationships with your reservist employees, showing your support for their military commitments.
- Strengthened capability to support reservists, benefiting both your business and the community.
This program not only helps you manage the financial impact but also promotes a better understanding of the important role reservists play in both the military and civilian sectors.
Program Steps
Gather Necessary Information: Collect all relevant details about the reservist employee(s) who have been on active military duty. This includes their deployment dates and the nature of their military service.
Prepare Documentation: Ensure you have the following documents ready:
- Proof of the reservist's deployment and return dates.
- Payroll records showing the reservist's salary and any operational costs incurred due to their absence.
- Any additional documentation that supports your claim for compensation.
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form provided by the Department of National Defence (DND). Make sure all information is accurate and complete.
Submit the Application: Send the completed application form and all supporting documents to the designated email address: [email protected].
Follow Up: After submission, monitor your email for any correspondence from the program administrators. They may request additional information or clarification.
Receive Compensation: Once your application is approved, you will receive the compensation to offset the operational costs incurred during the reservist's deployment.
