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 at gov.nl.ca/mpa/ceep. 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.