
Why Participate
This funding will enable the SMEs to hire new first year apprentices (maximum of two per fiscal year). SMEs can receive up to $5000 for every new first year (Red Seal) apprentice they hire and an additional $5000 if that apprentice identifies as a person from an Equity Deserving Group:
- Women
- Indigenous people
- Newcomers
- Persons with disabilities
- Visible minorities
- LGBTQ2+
In addition to financial supports, this program will provide other supports to help employers participate in the apprenticeship system, for example:
- Help navigating the apprenticeship system
- How to onboard apprentices
- Welcoming workplace training
This program will help reduce barriers to employment for new, first year apprentices, especially those who may identify as being from an equity deserving group