Applications are now open for the Ontario government’s new two-year, $115 million Skills Development program.
The fund, which will support workers and apprentices, is specifically designed to address the challenges brought on by COVID-19 and help reduce obstacles to hiring, training and retaining while preparing workers for the province’s economic recovery.
The focus will be on:
-Giving laid-off workers immediate access to training supports or new jobs
-Improving the quality of training
-Reaching out to traditionally underrepresented groups
-Increasing apprentice registrations and completion
-Better serving local communities
-Supporting the talent needs of small businesses
The program is open to employers, apprenticeship training delivery agents, unions, post-secondary institutions, community organizations and other.
The deadline to apply is February 28.
Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development Monte McNaughton says “When faced with unprecedented challenges we need innovative solutions, that’s why we developed this new Skills Development Fund. It will lead to fresh and creative ideas to help get people back on the job and kick-start our communities. My message to workers is clear-there is hope and opportunity around the corner. I’m calling on everyone- businesses, union leaders and training providers-to submit your ideas and participate in our economic recovery.”
For more information visit, http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/programs/sdf.html
