Career Launcher Apprenticeships provides financial incentives to small and medium-sized employers in construction and manufacturing sectors to help them hire first-year apprentices in 39 Red Seal trades. The program responds to labour market needs and promotes equitable work and learning opportunities for all Canadians.
Through the program, eligible employers can receive $10,000 to hire a first-year apprentice who self-identifies as a member of an eligible equity-deserving group. Employers receive $5,000 if the apprentice is not from an equity-deserving group.