Community Enhancement Employment Program

Applications are now open for the 2026-27 Community Enhancement Employment Program.  This program provides funding to eligible rural project sponsors, including:

  • Municipalities
  • Inuit Community Governments
  • Local Service Districts
  • Community and economic development organizations
  • Other non-profit organizations

Proposed projects under the program must directly support tourism and economic development, community and municipal infrastructure, and/or community services.

The program documents for 2026-27 are:

  1. CEEP Application 2026-27 Fillable
  2. CEEP Application Guide 2026-27
  3. CEEP Project Administration Guidelines 2026-27
  4. Calc of Project Costs (HOURS)

The deadline for submitting applications to the Community Enhancement Employment Program is Friday, June 26, 2026. 

For more information, applicants can email employmentsupport@gov.nl.ca or call toll-free 1-866-508-5500.

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“The Community Enhancement Employment Program plays an important role in supporting rural communities by creating short-term employment opportunities for eligible residents. I encourage local governments and organizations to learn more about the benefits of this program and apply for project funding.”

Honourable Chris Tibbs
Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs