Employers eligible to receive up to $10,000 per employee and up to $100,000 per training project
The federal and Manitoba governments are teaming up to help employers and workers in the area of skills development.
Intake is now open for the 2025-26 Canada-Manitoba Job Grant, which will provide $3.5 million this year to Manitoba businesses to train and enhance job skills for new and current workers.
“A strong economy starts with a skilled workforce. The Canada-Manitoba Job Grant reflects the federal government’s commitment to helping Manitoba businesses grow, while supporting workers in building rewarding careers,” said Patty Hajdu, minister of employment, workforce development and official languages.
“Through this program, the government of Canada is ensuring employers can access the training they need to stay competitive while creating meaningful opportunities for individuals to succeed.”
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Up to $100,000 available to employers
The Canada-Manitoba Job Grant is a cost-shared initiative funded through Manitoba’s Labour Market Transfer Agreement with the Government of Canada.
Employers are eligible to receive up to $10,000 per employee and up to $100,000 per training project. Small employers with 100 or fewer employees can receive up to 75 per cent of eligible training costs, while larger employers can receive up to 50 per cent of training costs.
“The Canada-Manitoba Job Grant is an important investment in Manitoba’s workers and good jobs to support the future of our province’s economy,” said Jamie Moses, minister of economic development, investment, trade and natural resources. “By helping businesses access the training needed to grow their skilled workforce, we are ensuring that Manitoba employers stay competitive, while also creating career opportunities for Manitoba workers to succeed.”
Manitoba businesses can apply to receive workforce training support under the Canada-Manitoba Job Grant right here.
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