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Worker Retention Grant for Work-Sharing Employers - Canada.ca
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Overview
The Government of Canada has announced the proposed new WRRP. The WRRP will combine the Employment Insurance Work-Sharing Program and the Worker Retention Grant into a single program to help employers retain and retrain workers during periods of economic adjustment.
Envelope & availability
The WRRP will introduce additional Work-Sharing flexibilities and provide funding of up to $1,000 per participant to support training and administrative costs, subject to program requirements.
Who can apply (ICP)
The Worker Retention Grant (WRG) is designed to enable employers with an approved and implemented Work-Sharing agreement who commit to fostering training opportunities to provide additional income support to their Employment Insurance (EI) eligible employees who are working reduced hours and are on training. This Grant helps maintain employees’ income by keeping their earnings closer to their normal wages throughout the duration of the Work-Sharing agreement.
Sectors
Employers in all sectors with an approved and implemented Work-Sharing agreement.
Source
Relevant services
The services below are grant-eligible: CanExport and EDC reimburse up to 50% for incorporated Canadian exporters.
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