Tariffs can create real uncertainty for New Brunswick employers, from rising costs to disrupted supply chains and shifting demand. WorkingNB offers a range of programs to help businesses adapt, whether that means training existing employees to build new skills, accessing temporary wage support to avoid layoffs, or getting hands-on help with the human resources side of navigating change. Explore the programs below to find the support that fits your business.
Labour Force Training (LFT)
The Labour Force Training program’s objective is to provide funding to eligible businesses and organizations which may assist in the training of existing employees so that they may develop the necessary skills to maintain labour market attachment
This program helps employers:
- retain skilled employees during periods of transition;
- maintain workforce stability while adapting or redirecting business activities.
Employee Retention Support Funds
The Employee Retention Support Funds program provides a temporary wage subsidy to eligible employers as part of their recovery plan. The funding is designed to help businesses retain employees during periods of economic adjustment or operational recovery, reducing the risk of layoffs and supporting workforce stability while the employer implements strategies to restore sustainable business operations.
Labour Force Adjustment
The Labour Force Adjustment program provides support to individual employers to improve their capacity for dealing with human resources requirements.
The program also supports the development of human resources management, policies, and tools as well as human resources planning activities. In addition, the program can provide support in addressing significant changes impacting human resources at their workplace such as company closures, downsizing or global market shift.
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