Sectoral Workforce Innovation Fund (SWIF)
Employment and Social Development Canada
Up to $10M
Each project can seek up to $10,000,000 in funding; projects no more than 36 months in duration. ESDC funding cannot exceed 75% of the total project value.
Continuous-intake fund for industry-led workforce projects that scale proven training initiatives, build talent pipelines for national priorities, or mobilize industry to co-invest in new skills programs. Sectors include housing and construction, advanced manufacturing, energy, mining and the care economy.
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Who qualifies
Industry-led projects with partners such as employers, SMEs and post-secondary institutions or training providers, with letters of support; educational institutions act as delivery partners rather than standalone proponents. At least 25% of project value must come from the private sector. Full eligible-applicant list is on a separate 'Who can apply' page not read.
Good to know
- Funding: A minimum of 25% of the requested ESDC amount must come from the private sector; in exceptional cases ESDC may reimburse a larger percentage. Annual cost-sharing may vary (e.g. up to 100% in year 1) but total federal funding cannot exceed 75% overall.
- Cost share: 75% of eligible costs
Evidence from the official page
- amount“Each project can seek up to $10,000,000 in funding” source ↗
- amount“ESDC funding cannot exceed 75% of the total project value” source ↗
- status“This continuous intake is the first step in the application process.” source ↗
- status“A continuous intake is a call for proposals with no closing date” source ↗
Verified 2026-10-08 · High confidence. Always confirm on the official page before applying.