ECO Apprenticeship Service Program
With a shortage of skilled workers across the trade industry, the Apprenticeship Service Program makes it easier for small to medium-sized enterprises to hire first-year apprentices in specific Red Seal trades across Canada through financial incentives funded by the Government of Canada’s Apprenticeship Service, and in partnership with EHRC (Electricity Human Resources Canada).
For Employers
- Receive a financial incentive of $5,000 when hiring a first-year apprentice; or $10,000 when hiring a self-identified equity deserving first-year apprentice.
- The host employer must provide a new position and the job must be in select red seal trades.
- Employers must be small-medium sized and be Canadian-owned or Canadian subsidiary. No municipal, provincial or federal government department.
- Funding will cover full-time placements that are 1 to 12 months long.
For Apprentices
- This program is open to first-year apprentices in select red seal trades.
- You must already have an Active Apprenticeship Agreement.
- This program is open to individuals who hold Canadian citizenship, Canadian permanent residency status, or Canadian refugee status.
Need Further Assistance?
We understand that doing paperwork can be time-consuming, which is why we will take care of that for you. We can help you through the application process and secure funding for you.
Email to schedule a quick chat with the Employment Program team, to see how the programs work and if you qualify for it.
Learn more at: ASP Page | ECO Canada