The Provincial Government is now accepting applications for the Community Enhancement Employment Program. Not-for-profit organizations and local governments that wish to sponsor projects funded by the program are eligible to apply.
The Community Enhancement Employment Program provides funding to eligible sponsors including municipalities; Inuit Community Governments; local service districts; community and economic development organizations; and, other non-profit organizations. Individuals can be employed for up to 400 hours in order to become eligible for employment insurance benefits. In 2021-22, the program provided funding for 195 projects, supporting approximately 900 workers.
Applications for the 2022-23 Community Enhancement Employment Program are available here. Applicants can also email employmentsupport@gov.nl.ca or call toll free 1-866-508-5500.
The deadline for receipt of applications is August 5, 2022.
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“The Community Enhancement Employment Program is one initiative used in government’s continued efforts to support communities. The program provides opportunity for individuals to gain employment, and for communities and organizations to improve their towns.”
Honourable Krista Lynn Howell
Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs
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