Workforce Training and Employment — Self Employment
Highlights
This program is designed for businesses like yours to help you meet your workforce needs and ensure you have a skilled team. By partnering with Training and Employment Services, you can access funding and support to develop industry-specific training and strategic plans. This will help you address current and future labor market demands.
Key Benefits:
- Free job vacancy advertising on the Job Bank, making it easier to find the right candidates.
- Financial support for pre-employment preparation, job-specific skills training, and on-site training.
- Assistance with workforce development to help you maintain a skilled and adaptable team.
Applying for this program is straightforward and can provide significant advantages over other financing options. The support and funding are tailored to help you build a sustainable workforce, ensuring your business remains competitive and well-staffed.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Wage Subsidy
Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
- This program does not require repayment.
- There are no interest rates associated with this subsidy.
Eligible Expenses:
- Wages for new hires.
- Training costs for new and existing employees.
- Employee benefits directly related to wages.
Use of Funds:
- Funds can be used to cover a portion of employee wages.
- Funds can be allocated towards training expenses.
Restrictions on Use of Funds:
- Funds cannot be used for capital expenditures.
- Funds cannot be used for non-wage-related expenses.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with applying for or receiving this subsidy.
Qualifications
- Must be located in Manitoba.
- Must be a community, sector association, or employer.
- Must be addressing labour force development needs.
Must be assisting eligible unemployed and "job-loss threatened" individuals to gain sustainable employment.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses not located in Manitoba.
- Businesses not addressing labour force development needs.
- Businesses not assisting eligible unemployed and "job-loss threatened" individuals.
Description
This program offers financial support to help your business grow. You can receive funding to address your labor force development needs. This includes activities like pre-employment preparation, job-specific skills training, and on-site training.
The funding can be used for:
- Developing industry-specific training
- Ensuring a skilled workforce
- Assisting workers at risk of losing their jobs
- Creating strategic training plans
- Addressing specific skills shortages in your community
The financial support provided by this program is flexible. It helps you tackle labor market development and workforce adjustment issues. This means you can ensure your business has the skilled employees it needs to thrive.
By partnering with this program, you can secure the necessary resources to support your workforce and meet your business goals.
Program Steps
Gather Required Documentation: Prepare the following documents to support your application:
- Business registration details
- Financial statements (e.g., balance sheet, income statement)
- Business plan
- Proof of business address
- Identification documents for business owners
- Any additional documents specified by the program guidelines
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form provided by the program. Ensure all sections are completed accurately and thoroughly.
Submit the Application: Submit your completed application form and required documentation to the Manitoba Jobs and Skills Development Centre nearest you. This can often be done online or in person.
Contact the Manitoba Jobs and Skills Development Centre: Reach out to the Centre for any assistance or clarification needed during the application process. They can provide guidance and answer any questions you may have.
Review and Follow Up: After submission, keep track of your application status. Be prepared to provide any additional information or documentation if requested by the program administrators.
Await Approval: Once your application is reviewed, you will be notified of the decision. If approved, you will receive details on the next steps and any further requirements.
Implement Program Activities: Upon approval, start implementing the activities outlined in your application. This may include training, job placements, or other employment-related initiatives.
Report Progress: Regularly report your progress to the program administrators as required. This helps ensure compliance and continued support from the program.
