Apply for Funding - Workplace Training for Innovation Program
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What is this?
The Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development has established a new program initiative, Workplace Training for Innovation Program, hereafter referred to as the WTI Program, through the Strategic Training and Transition Fund. (more info)
The program is designed to provide eligible employers with funding for employee training in order to:
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improve productivity;
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support the introduction of new technology, machinery/equipment or work processes;
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enhance international competitiveness; and/or
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introduce innovative training and workplace strategies to increase the long term competiveness of the organization and its workforce.
Does my non profit organization qualify?
Both businesses and not-for-profit employers may be eligible to receive funding. Eligible employers must be:
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small organizations (less than 50 employees);
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in good standing with the BC Corporate Registry;
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in existence for one year or more; and,
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deemed suitable for public funding and not engaged in any illegal, discriminatory or offensive business activities or practices.
In addition, organizations must certify that they would not undertake the training without financial assistance from the Province.
How much can my non-profit organization receive?
For training up to 6 months in duration, you can receive:
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Last modified at 11/9/2009 10:03 AM by Jason Scriven
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