START program: hiring incentive

Overview of the START program: hiring incentive program:

The Nova Scotia START Program provides financial incentives to employers to hire unemployed Nova Scotians. It focuses on creating employment opportunities by supporting hiring and on-the-job training. Employers can receive funding to cover a portion of the employee's wages during the training period. The program is designed to help employers build a skilled workforce while offering job seekers valuable work experience and skills development.

Eligibility criteria of the START program: hiring incentive program:

• For Employers:
• Location Requirement: Employers must be based in Nova Scotia and registered with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies.
• Business Number: A valid business number is required to participate.
• Employment Opportunities: Employers should be capable of offering a sustainable, long-term job opportunity to the new hire.
• Training and Mentorship: Employers must provide on-the-job training and mentorship to the employee, ensuring they gain the necessary skills and experience.
• For Job Seekers:
• Employment Status: Applicants must be unemployed and legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Priority Groups: Preference is given to individuals facing barriers to employment, such as recent graduates, individuals lacking work experience, those transitioning between sectors, and underrepresented groups in the workforce.