Grant Analysis: Programme de préparation à l'emploi de la CTMA — Étendre les possibilités ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Approved businesses in Ontario's precision metal work sector - Businesses must hold current accreditation/approval status with CTMA (Canadian Tool & Die Association or relevant sectoral body) - Primarily small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in manufacturing and metal fabrication - Sole proprietors, partnerships, and incorporated companies operating in qualifying sectors - Businesses must be actively hiring and able to fulfill training/employment obligations ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant amount: Up to $5,000 per employee placement - Maximum placements: Three (3) placements per applicant business - Total potential funding: Up to $15,000 per eligible business - Repayability: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not loan) - Matching requirements: To be confirmed with program administrator (typically no matching required for wage subsidies, but verify) - Funding structure: Direct wage subsidy to offset new hire payroll costs ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Wages/salaries of newly hired employees (primary eligible expense) - Payroll-related costs directly associated with new placements - Training or onboarding expenses for new employees in precision metal work roles - Employee benefits contributions tied to eligible wage positions - Program delivery and administrative costs (as permitted by program guidelines) ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Sector requirement: Business must operate in Ontario's precision metal work sector (tool & die, metal fabrication, machining, etc.) - Accreditation: Current approval/accreditation status must be maintained throughout funding period - Employment duration: Newly hired employees must remain employed for a defined minimum period (typically 3–6 months; confirm with administrator) - Documentation: Payroll records, hiring documentation, and employee information must be submitted and verified - Reporting: Periodic progress reports on placements and wage subsidy usage required - Timing: Applications must align with program intake windows and funding