Employers across Ontario can now access significant financial support to train their workforce through the Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG). This government-funded program helps businesses invest in employee development by covering a substantial portion of training costs.

The COJG provides up to $10,000 per employee in funding for short-duration training programs aimed at improving workforce skills and productivity.

Key Benefits for Employers:

  • Customized training: You select the training provider and tailor the program to your needs.
  • Boost productivity: Equip your employees with the skills needed to stay competitive.
  • Reduce training costs: Significant financial support makes employee development more affordable.

Employer Contribution Requirements:

  • Large employers (100+ employees) are required to contribute at least 50% of the training costs.
  • Small employers (fewer than 100 employees) need only contribute a minimum of one-sixth (approximately 17%) of the costs.
  • Small employers training and hiring unemployed individuals may be eligible for 100% funding of training expenses.

This is a valuable opportunity to build a more skilled, efficient, and future-ready workforce while reducing the financial burden on your organization.

Ready to Apply?

Visit https://www.employmentontario.labour.gov.on.ca/COJG_Online/?locale=en#/COJG_Online/ to learn more about eligibility criteria, training options, and how to apply.