Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream
Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
No maximum or minimum funding amounts; the ministry first considers applications with a project budget greater than $150,000 and may fund all or only part of the request
Funds skills training projects delivered by employers, associations, unions, non-profits and municipalities. Supports job seekers and workers in target sectors and occupations.
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Who qualifies
Employers in Ontario, non-college apprenticeship training delivery agents, non-profits, professional/industry/employer associations, trade unions and municipalities. District school boards, publicly assisted colleges, universities, Indigenous Institutes and registered career colleges may apply only as co-applicants.
Good to know
- Funding: From the Round 6 application guide (July 2025). Cost sharing was scored at 15% of operating costs not funded by other sources; administrative costs limited to 15% of operating costs.
- Notes: Round 6 guide describes requirements; round is closed.
Evidence from the official page
- amount“There are no maximum or minimum funding amounts.” source ↗
- amount“so the ministry will first consider” source ↗
- eligibility“Applications must show how the funding will focus on in-demand and key growth target sectors and occupations.” source ↗
- status“the application period for the skills development fund training stream has now closed.” source ↗
Verified 2026-10-28 · Low confidence. Always confirm on the official page before applying.