Government Funding for Sales Training
What is the Canada Job Grant?
The Canada-Ontario Job Grant is a program that offers financial assistance to employers who want to provide training to their new or existing employees.
It offers non-repayable grants to improve the quality and frequency of training, while also enabling employers to provide training for a greater number of employees.
How much do I have to contribute?
Through this program, employers are required to contribute a portion of the training costs, while the government covers up to 50-83% of the expenses.
In collaboration with accredited organizations like In The Funnel, your company can access professional sales training worth up to $10,000 - $15,000 per employee, based on certain eligibility criteria.
What kinds of training are covered by the Canada Job Grant?
Training is driven by the employer’s identified skills needs and must be delivered by a qualified third-party trainer. Popular training topics include:
Business development training, including sales, marketing, and leadership training.
Soft skills training, such as advanced ERP and CRM system modules and Microsoft/Adobe software.
Technical skills training, including lean manufacturing, web design, coding, engineering, and drafting.
Most eligible expenses related directly to the training project are covered. The two most common costs include tuition or fees charged by the training provider, textbooks, software or other required training materials.
WHAT TYPES OF TRAINING EXPENSES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FUNDING?
There is no limit to the number of trainees; however, each participant must be eligible for the program to count towards its funding contribution. Competitive applications should include title promotions and/or wage increases for participants. These can occur up to 52 weeks after training has been completed.
HOW MANY TRAINEES CAN USE THIS GRANT?
Funding for this program is renewed annually in April, so now is an ideal time to take advantage of it.
WHEN IS FUNDING FOR THE PROGRAM MADE AVAILABLE TO EMPLOYERS?
Yes, it is!
IS CUSTOM PRIVATE TRAINING PROVIDED BY “IN THE FUNNEL” ELIGIBLE?
If you're interested in enhancing the performance of your sales team, schedule a call with me and I'd be delighted to discuss how In The Funnel can assist and guide you through the application process for the grant.
Book a Funding Discovery Session with ITF by sending an email to: markcox@inthefunnel.com
HOW DO I GET STARTED WITH THE APPLICATION PROCESS?
Your organization may be eligible for funding. Below you can see eligibility and application process details depending on your province/territory:
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Visit the Government of Alberta website to find out more about employer eligibility and training provider eligibility.
How do I apply?
You can apply through their application portal or contact: jobgrant@gov.ab.ca
780-638-9424 within Edmonton
Toll-free 1-855-638-9424
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You must apply online through the application portal.
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How do I apply?
You must complete an application and email the completed application to Manitoba Industry Services at: iwd@gov.mb.ca
For more information please read the Government of Manitoba’s factsheet, or contact the Manitoba Jobs and Skills Development Centre:
Manitoba Education and Training
Phone: 1-866-332-5077
Email: mjsd@gov.mb.ca
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How do I apply?
Complete the following application form and send, along with any supporting documentation, to the appropriate WorkingNB regional location:
For more information:
Email dpetlinfo@gnb.ca
Visit the Government of New Brunswick’s website here.
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How do I apply?
Apply online through the Labour Market Program Support System (LaMPSS).
For more information on the grant and how to apply, please refer to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s website.
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How do I apply?
For more information please contact your regional ECE Services Centre
Or visit the Government of Northwest Territories website.
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How do I apply?
Apply online through the Labour Market Program Support System (LaMPSS)
For more information:
Call the toll-free number 1-844-850-2030
Visit the Government of Nova Scotia’s grant information page for more information and to download a step-by-step PDF on the application process here.
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How do I apply?
For more information, visit the Government of Nunavut’s website, or contact your local CDO:
Kitikmeot - 1.800.661.0845
Kivalliq - 1.800.953.8516
Qikiqtani - 1.800.567.1514
If a CDO is not available in your community, you may visit another Government of Nunavut office or speak with a Government Liaison Officer
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Apply at the COJG Employer/Consortium application portal or follow this link.
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How do I apply?
Submit an application to your local SkillsPEI branch
Individuals applying on behalf of themselves should fill out and submit the UWorkplace Skills Training – Individual Application for Funding
Organizations applying on behalf of an employee or employees should fill out and submit the Workplace Skills Training – Application for Organizations
For more information:
Call the toll-free number 1-877-491-4766
Visit your local SkillsPEI branch
Visit SkillsPEI’s website.
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How do I apply?
To apply, an employer must complete and submit the following two forms to their nearest Canada Saskatchewan Job Grant Office:
- Employer Application Form
- Trainer Provider Quote
These firms can be downloaded from the Government of Saskatchewan’s website.
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How do I apply?
For more information please read the Government of Yukon’s factsheet, or contact the Government of Yukon’s Postsecondary and Labour Market Office:
Department of Education
Government of Yukon
Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 2C6
Canada
Phone: 867-667-5906
Toll free (In Yukon): 1-800-661-0408, ext. 5906
Fax: 867-667-8555
Email: edu-pslm@gov.yk.ca
Or you can visit the Government of Yukon website.