Community Workforce Response Grant

Description

The Community Workforce Response Grant (CWRG) provides flexible, rapid-response funding to address urgent labour market needs in B.C. communities. CWRG supports cohort-based skills training for unemployed and underemployed individuals. The goal is to help participants gain the skills and certifications needed for sustainable employment, strengthening local economies.

Eligible projects must address workforce shortages or emerging labour market needs through short-term occupational skills training (52 weeks or less). Training must be delivered by a qualified third-party provider and can receive up to $300,000 in funding.

Eligibility requirements

Eligible applicants include:

• Local non-profit organizations
• Indigenous and local governments
• Sector associations
• Major employers in single-resource communities

Visit WorkBC’s website for specific program eligibility requirements.

Status

Open and Continuous

Applications are accepted until February 1, 2026 or until funds are exhausted.

Contact CWRG@gov.bc.ca before applying.

Apply online using a BCeID business-level account.

Visit WorkBC’s website for specific program application information.

Administration

WorkBC is the provincial government's access point to the world of work in B.C. It was created with one key goal – to help all British Columbians to successfully navigate B.C.’s labour market. This program is administered by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. Funding is provided by the Government of Canada through the Canada-BC Workforce Development Agreement and supported by the StrongerBC: Future Ready Action Plan.