Job Creation Partnerships
Highlights
This program is a fantastic opportunity for your business. It offers meaningful work experience for your employees, which can enhance their skills and improve their employment prospects. This not only benefits your team but also contributes positively to the community.
Why Apply?
- Gain Skilled Workers: Your business will benefit from having employees who are gaining valuable work experience.
- Community Impact: The projects supported by this program are designed to benefit both your business and the community.
- Government Support: The program is backed by Employment Nova Scotia, ensuring reliable support and resources.
What's in it for You?
- Enhanced Workforce: Employees gain skills that make them more effective and valuable to your business.
- No Cost to You: The program covers the costs, so you can focus on your business growth.
- Easy Qualification: If your business meets the criteria, the application process is straightforward and supported by case managers.
By participating in this program, your business will not only grow but also contribute to the community, creating a win-win situation for everyone involved.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Wage Subsidy
Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
- There are no repayment terms or interest rates associated with this wage subsidy. The funds provided do not need to be repaid.
Eligible Expenses:
- Wages for participants.
- Mandatory employment-related costs (MERCs) such as CPP, EI, and vacation pay.
- Costs directly related to the participant’s employment, such as training and equipment.
Ineligible Expenses:
- Overhead costs not directly related to the participant’s employment.
- Capital expenditures.
- Regular operational costs of the business.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with applying for or receiving this wage subsidy.
Qualifications
- Must be a business, organization, municipality, band/tribal council, public health, or educational institution.
- Proposed activities must support the objective of Job Creation Partnerships.
- Activities must have defined start and finish dates.
- Activities must not be part of the sponsor's day-to-day operations.
Disqualifications:
- None specified in the provided context.
Description
This program is designed to give your business a boost by providing meaningful work experience to individuals. You can receive funding to support projects that help participants gain skills and improve their job prospects. This not only benefits your business but also contributes to the community.
The funding can be used for various activities that are not part of your day-to-day operations. These activities should have clear start and end dates. The goal is to create opportunities that lead to full-time employment for participants.
The maximum duration for a project is 52 weeks, giving you ample time to see the benefits. This program is a great way to support your business while helping individuals gain valuable work experience.
Program Steps
Visit a Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre: Go to your local Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre. They will guide you through the application process and advise you on your options.
Receive an Employment Assessment: Meet with a case manager to receive an employment assessment. This step is necessary to evaluate your current employment status and needs.
Develop a Return to Work Action Plan: Work with your case manager to create a Return to Work Action Plan. This plan outlines your goals and the steps you will take to achieve them.
Prepare Documentation: Gather the following documents to support your application:
- Proof of Employment Insurance (EI) claim or history
- Employment history for the past 24 months
- Documentation of your labour force attachment (e.g., job search records, employment contracts)
- Any other relevant employment records
Submit Your Application: Complete and submit your application to Employment Nova Scotia. Ensure all required documents are included.
Wait for Approval: Your application will be reviewed by Employment Nova Scotia. You will be notified once your application is approved.
Begin Project Activities: After receiving approval, you can start participating in the Job Creation Partnerships project. Ensure you follow the guidelines and timelines provided.
Maintain Communication: Stay in touch with your case manager and provide updates on your progress. This will help ensure the project meets its objectives and benefits your employment prospects.