Ontario Apprentice | Hire an apprentice - Money for employers: Group Sponsorship Grant

The Group Sponsorship Grant gives up to $1,000,000 annually to encourage employers to come together using a group sponsorship arrangement to hire and train apprentices.

As a sponsor in Ontario, you play a critical role in developing the next generation of skilled trades professionals. A sponsor is typically the apprentice’s employer in Ontario and is responsible for making sure that an apprentice receives the training required as part of an apprenticeship program.

Who can be a sponsor

• An individual (e.g., a certified journeyperson, contractor, or employer)
• A group (e.g., union, industry association, or consortium). For information about group sponsorship, please contact Skilled Trades Ontario by email at groupsponsor@skilledtradesontario.ca

Why sponsor an apprentice

Becoming a sponsor benefits both your business and skilled trades in Ontario.

Build your future workforce
Taking on an apprentice trains the next generation of workers. If you are also an employer, it helps you prepare for the future of your business.

Boost employee loyalty
Apprentices are more likely to remain loyal to companies that invest in their training and long-term success (Source: Canadian Apprenticeship Forum report, 2010).

Customize training to your business
While you train an apprentice to provincial and national (Red Seal) industry standards, you also train them to understand your unique workplace.

Access financial incentives
As a sponsor, you may qualify for grants and/or federal tax credits when you train or hire an apprentice. Learn more.

Recruiting potential apprentices through the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) can also be a cost-effective way to train and hire young workers.

Recruit top talent early
Local colleges, high schools, and the Pre-Apprenticeship Program can help you find the best talent and match you with the most qualified apprenticeship candidate.

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