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Canadian Apprenticeship Service — Employer Hiring Grant
ESDC via CAF-FCA and sector intermediaries · Federal
In plain language
$5,000 to eligible small/medium employers (≤499 employees) for hiring a first-year apprentice in one of 39 Red Seal trades. Doubles to $10,000 if the apprentice is from an equity-deserving group (women, Indigenous, Black, newcomer, disability, 2SLGBTQ+). Claims flow through CAF-FCA (Canadian Apprenticeship Forum). Program is mid-renewal in 2026 — watch for design changes. Best-fit NL trades: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, automotive service, hairstyling, cook.
Realistic range
$5,000 – $10,000
Avg award
$5,000
Max advertised
$10,000
Cost share
—
Accessibility
4 / 5
Effort
2 / 5
Deadline
Continuous intake
Repayable?
No
Who qualifies
Entity types
Incorporated, Sole Proprietor
Sectors
Construction, Manufacturing, Other, Retail, Food Service
Regions
NL Wide
Demographics prioritized
Women, Indigenous, Black, Disability, 2slgbtq, Newcomer
What you'll have to report
Employer verification of apprentice registration and first-year status; confirmation of equity-deserving-group status where applicable; straightforward claim form.