Grant
Provincial
Active
NL JobsNL Wage Subsidy
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador — Department of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills
Maximum Funding
60-80% of eligible costs
Ongoing
Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
80%
NL JobsNL Wage Subsidy provides up to 60-80% wage subsidy, up to $12/hour for 10-28 weeks (up to $13,440 per hire). A $2,000 employer completion bonus appears in the 2022-23 LMDA report but not in the 2024 program guidelines; confirm it with the program before counting on it. Provincial wage subsidy covering 60-80% of wages up to $12/hour for 10-28 weeks, and the 2022-23 LMDA report also describes a $2,000 employer and $1,000 employee completion bonus when the hire stays 10 weeks past the end of the subsidy (not in the 2024 guidelines, so confirm it is still paid). Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Program Description
Provincial wage subsidy covering 60-80% of wages up to $12/hour for 10-28 weeks, and the 2022-23 LMDA report also describes a $2,000 employer and $1,000 employee completion bonus when the hire stays 10 weeks past the end of the subsidy (not in the 2024 guidelines, so confirm it is still paid). Two streams: long-term (up to 28 weeks within 42-week period) and seasonal (up to 28 weeks). Available to private sector and non-profit employers in Newfoundland and Labrador with a CRA business number.
Eligibility Requirements
- Private sector or non-profit employers in NL with CRA business number
- Position must be a new position (not replacing existing employee)
- Employees must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents in NL
- Employees must be unemployed or underemployed (under 20 hours a week, or working in a field unrelated to their training), or recent post-secondary graduates who have not found work in their field
- Not available to government entities
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Difficulty
Easy
Competition
Low
First-Timer
Friendly
Funding Details
- Amount
- 60-80% wage subsidy, up to $12/hour for 10-28 weeks (up to $13,440 per hire). A $2,000 employer completion bonus appears in the 2022-23 LMDA report but not in the 2024 program guidelines; confirm it with the program before counting on it.
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Provincial
- Co-Funding
- Up to 80% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Ongoing
Program Scorecard
Competition, effort, and approval at a glance
Competition
Low
Deadline
Ongoing
Approval
Good
Accessibility
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Competition
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Approval Rate
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Insider TipTwo streams: long-term (up to 28 weeks within 42-week period) and seasonal (up to 28 weeks).
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Application Steps
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Register employer in LaMPSS (Labour Market Programs Support System) — allow 7–10 business days for processing and login credentials
Required Documents 4
✓ JobsNL application form
✓ CRA Business Number
Eligible Expenses 3
Ineligible Expenses 5
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4 partners
Compatible Programs
Canada Summer Jobs
Student Work and Study Program (SWPP)
NL Job Accelerator and Growth (JAG) Program
ACOA — Business Development Program (BDP)
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Clawback Risk
Medium Risk
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How NL JobsNL Wage Subsidy Compares
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| Program | Amount | Difficulty | Payment | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NL JobsNL Wage Subsidy | up to $12 | Easy | Reimbursement | Ongoing |
| Canada Summer Jobs | Up to 100% wage subsidy | Easy | Reimbursement | Annual — 2026 cycle... |
| NL Job Accelerator and Growth (JAG) P... | 10-15% | Moderate | Reimbursement | Open |
| Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency ... | Up to 50% of capital costs | Moderate | Reimbursement | Ongoing |
| Business Development Program (BDP) - ... | Varies (Repayable Contribution) | Moderate | Reimbursement | Ongoing |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I apply if I'm a sole proprietor?
Yes, sole proprietors with a CRA business number qualify as private sector employers. Must hire new positions not replacing existing staff.
What's the typical subsidy amount per employee?
Typical award: $5,000–$15,000 per employee based on 60-80% of wages up to $12/hr for 10-28 weeks.
Do I need to pay upfront and get reimbursed?
Yes, payment is reimbursement-based. Pay employee wages first, then submit receipts for 60-80% reimbursement.
Why do applications get rejected?
Most common rejection: position is not new (replacing existing employee) or the employee does not meet the participant criteria (unemployed or underemployed, or a recent graduate not yet working in their field).
Can I stack with other programs?
Yes, compatible with Canada Summer Jobs (for youth), SWPP (student placements), and ACOA BDP (training costs).
Can I hire the person before I apply?
No. Anyone hired before the date your application is submitted in LaMPSS is not eligible for funding. Submit the application first, and hire within 30 business days of approval.
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