Job Connect Program
Objective
To provide Six Nations youth assistance with job trials, resume and cover letter preparation, access to self-help computers, labour market information, skills assessment, employment planning and job development placements.
Eligible Employers
Businesses, Organizations, Public Health and Educational Institutions.
Eligible Participants
- Six Nations Band Member.
- 16 – 24 years of age, up to 29 for person with disabilities.
- Residents of Ontario, and eligible to work in Canada.
- Out of school and not participating in any other training program.
- Not eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) or EI Reachback.
- Not currently working for the employer applying for the subsidy.
- Ineligible for WSIB benefits.
Employer Criteria
- Provide the trainee with adequate supervision, and the training described in the training plan.
- Legally operate in Canada, provide all training in Canada.
- Operate and offer jobs in Ontario.
- Not receive training funding from any other source for the same employee.
- Not displace or replace existing employees.
- Be in private, non-profit or public sector.
- Workplace Safety and Insurance Coverage, or equivalent insurance, and third party liability insurance in place.
- Have Revenue Canada Taxation number to remit individual's Employment Insurance Benefits.
- Have proper bookkeeping practices and policies in place.
- Not hire youth/participant before applying for the program.
Financial Assistance
- Maximum Wage Subsidy of up to $4.00 per hour.
- Training Supports may be available to assist with job readiness and employment start-up.
- Special costs related to disabled participant may be provided if required.
Duration
Maximum Regular Job Development Placement 16 weeks.
NOTE: An exception to age requirements may be granted if individual is over 24 years of age, receiving Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program benefits or unemployed for a minimum of six (6) months.
Program contacts:
Ed Hannigan, Job Development Placement Officer
