Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Partnerships

Finding skilled workers — and helping them get job-ready — is an ongoing challenge for many Manitoba employers, especially in industries facing labour shortages or rapid change. The Workforce Training and Employment — Employment Partnerships stream is designed to bring employers, industry groups, and communities together to tackle those workforce gaps through practical, employer-driven training initiatives. Delivered by Manitoba’s Department of Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources, the program focuses on building a stronger, more responsive labour market across the province.

Through Employment Partnerships, businesses and partner organizations can access non-repayable funding support to develop and deliver training that leads directly to employment. Projects often combine pre-employment preparation with job-specific and hands-on training, allowing participants to gain skills that align closely with real workplace needs. For employers, this can mean help with onboarding new workers, sharing training costs, or participating in sector-wide initiatives that develop a more sustainable talent pipeline.

The program is flexible by design, with funding levels varying based on the scope and structure of each partnership. Small and medium-sized businesses, larger enterprises, and nonprofits involved in workforce development may all find value in participating. For Manitoba employers interested in strengthening their workforce while contributing to broader labour market solutions, exploring the full details of Employment Partnerships can clarify how this support might fit into your hiring and training plans.