Workforce Retention and Retraining Program (WRRP)
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) · The Workforce Retention and Retraining Program (WRRP) provides financial support to employers facing economic challenges to help retain and retrain workers on…
Overview
The Workforce Retention and Retraining Program (WRRP) provides financial support to employers facing economic challenges to help retain and retrain workers on temporarily reduced hours. Employers receive up to $1,000 per participating employee for training costs, and eligible workers receive up to 70% of their lost earnings through a combination of EI benefits and program support. The program is delivered through Service Canada and regional development agencies.
Eligibility
Employers facing economic challenges including those related to tariffsBusinesses that need to transform, retool or diversifySmall and medium-sized enterprisesEmployers with employees who agree to work temporarily reduced hoursParticipating workers must be EI eligibleEligible projects
Training activities for workers during non-working hoursSupport for workers transitioning during business transformationIncome support for workers experiencing reduced work schedulesFinancing terms
Up to $1,000 per participating employee for training costsEI eligible workers receive up to 70% of lost earnings for time not worked, compared to 55% under standard EIWorkers experience temporary reductions in work hours while participatingHow to apply
Additional information
Program is not yet in effect; Work-Sharing Program and Worker Retention Grant continue operating with enhanced flexibilities in the interimWork-sharing agreements can range from 4 weeks to 152 weeksWork hours can be shared in different proportions among employeesDelivered through Service Canada and regional development agenciesSee how well this fits your business.
Sign in to get an AI fit score, what to verify, and a drafted application in minutes.
Sign in free