The following four programs supported by the Federal and Ontario provincial governments aim to assist employees and employers in meeting their employment requirements.

Job Connect

This Ontario government program supported by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities offers a range of services to respond to the employment needs of individuals and the skilled labour needs of employers. Employers benefit because they are able to reduce costs associated with training new employees. There are three service components that meet individual needs:

1. The Information Resource Service (IRS) provides information on careers and occupations, the local labour market, training opportunities and job search strategies.
2. Employment Planning and Preparation (EPP) helps individuals determine their employment needs, develop an action plan, and search for employment.
3. Job Development and Placement Support (JDPS) helps people develop their skills and gain work experience.

Visit the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities

Ontario Works

This program aids individuals receiving social assistance to find and secure employment. Ontario Works is a province-wide initiative headed by the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services which provides matching and referral services to assist companies in finding new employees. Companies are also eligible for funds that assist in training new employees.

Visit the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services

CO-Operative Education Tax Credit (CETC)

The Co-operative Education Tax Credit (CETC) is a refundable tax credit. The CETC is available to employers who hire students enrolled in a co-operative education program at an Ontario university or college. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers the program on behalf of Ontario through the federal income tax system.The CETC is based on salaries and wages paid to a student in a co-operative education work placement. The maximum credit for each work placement is $3,000. Most work placements are for a minimum employment period of 10 weeks up to a maximum of four months.

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Apprenticeship Training Tax Credit

The Apprenticeship Training Tax Credit (ATTC) is a refundable tax credit. It is available to employers who hire and train apprentices in certain skilled trades. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers the program on behalf of Ontario through the federal income tax system. The ATTC is based on salaries and wages paid to an apprentice. The maximum credit for each apprenticeship is $10,000 per year. The maximum credit over the first 48-month period of the apprenticeship is $40,000.

Visit the Ontario Ministry Of Revenue