Employment Enhancement Program - Grant Brief ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Primary Employers: Businesses operating in forestry, aquaculture, agriculture, and fishing sectors - Business Structure: Corporations, sole proprietorships, and partnerships - Size: No explicit employee size restrictions mentioned - Registration: Must be registered and operating in Canada - Sector Requirement: Operations must be classified within eligible primary industries (forestry, aquaculture, agriculture, fishing) ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Hourly Subsidy: $15/hour per employee - Wage Coverage: Up to 75% of employee wages covered - Fixed Allowance: $3,000 per hire (one-time) - Total Potential Support: Combination of hourly subsidy + $3,000 allowance per new employee - Repayability: Non-repayable subsidy (grant-based, not a loan) - Matching Requirement: Employer covers minimum 25% of wages ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Employee Wages: Salaries and hourly compensation for newly hired employees - Wage-Related Costs: Direct payroll expenses for positions in eligible sectors - One-Time Hiring Allowance: $3,000 allowance per new hire (may cover onboarding, training setup, or initial costs) ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - New Hire Requirement: Funding applies only to newly hired employees (not existing staff) - Sector Compliance: Employee position must align with forestry, aquaculture, agriculture, or fishing operations - Wage Threshold: Employer must contribute minimum 25% of employee wages (cannot claim 100% subsidy) - Duration: Subsidy typically applies for defined employment period (specific timeline not detailed—verify with program administrator) - Documentation: Must maintain payroll records and proof of employment - Reporting: Likely subject to periodic compliance reporting and employment verification