GrantEquity-free Canada

Canada Job Grant (CJG)

Federal Government in partnership with provinces/territories

Typical funding

Up to about $10,000 per employee for eligible training costs.

Maximum

Province‑specific caps, commonly around $10,000 per employee.

Startup stage

Startups and SMEs investing in team capabilities and skills.

Sector focus

All sectors; focused on training rather than specific industries.

Overview

Training grant that helps employers fund employee skill development and workforce training.

Canadian businesses hiring or upskilling employees via approved training providers; criteria vary by province.

Apply through provincial CJG portals with training plan, costs and provider details.

Useful to co‑fund employee training while other grants cover R&D or commercialization.