CBDC — Optez pour le talent ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in Canada - For-profit businesses across all sectors - Businesses with fewer than 500 employees (typical SME threshold) - Organizations must be registered and in good standing with federal/provincial authorities - Sole proprietors and partnerships may be eligible - Franchisees operating Canadian locations Exclusions: - Non-profits and charitable organizations - Government entities - Businesses not yet operational or in startup phase (may vary by region) --- ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution/grant - Funding Range: Typically up to $50,000–$100,000 per project (varies by CBDC region) - Cost Sharing: Often 50% grant / 50% business contribution (matching requirement) - Payment Structure: Reimbursement-based; funds issued upon proof of eligible expenses - Repayability: Non-repayable (true grant, not a loan) - Funding Source: Community Futures/CBDC local offices (varies by region) --- ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Recruitment Costs: Job advertising, recruitment agency fees, and hiring process support - Training & Development: Skills training, certification programs, and onboarding for hired employees - Workplace Accommodation: Modifications to support employees with disabilities (accessibility tools, equipment, technology) - Mentoring & Support Programs: Professional development and retention initiatives - Consulting Services: HR advice, diversity strategy consulting, and disability accommodation planning - Wage Subsidies: Partial salary support during initial employment period (varies by program) - Technology & Tools: Assistive technology or software to support inclusive workplace practices Ineligible Expenses: - Full salaries beyond approved subsidy periods - General business operating expenses unrelated to hiring/training - Marketing and promotional costs --- ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application Requirement: Formal application through your regional CBDC office - Business Plan: Must