Sectoral Workforce Innovation Fund

Government of Canada - Employment and Social Development Canada · This program supports targeted workforce development projects that address pressing national and regional labour market needs.

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Overview

This program supports targeted workforce development projects that address pressing national and regional labour market needs. It funds organizations implementing sector-specific solutions in partnership with employers and workers, with projects up to 36 months in duration. Maximum funding is $10 million per project.

Eligibility

Not-for-profit organizationsFor-profit organizationsMunicipal governmentsIndigenous organizationsTraining institutionsProvincial and territorial governments

Eligible projects

Targeted workforce development solutions addressing national and regional labour market needsProjects that support sectoral growth strategies and government missionsInitiatives developed in partnership with industry stakeholders, employers, and workers

Financing terms

Grants up to $10 million per projectProjects can span up to 36 monthsContinuous intake basis until funds are exhausted

How to apply

1Check eligibilityConfirm you meet every criterion listed above before you start.

2Prepare the project packageProject description, budget with quotes, team, and recent financial statements.

3Apply on canada.caGovgrant members can draft the application with AI and export a formatted PDF.

4Respond to reviewer questionsMost programs come back with one round of questions within a few weeks of submission.

Additional information

Opened August 25, 2026 with continuous intake; funding available until exhaustedApplicants encouraged to develop partnerships with industry and worker representatives for sustainable outcomes

At a glanceMaximum$10MProviderGovernment of Canada - Employment and Social Development CanadaDeadlineRolling intakeStatusOpenRegionCanadaOfficial sourcecanada.ca ↗

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