Strategic Partnership Program (SPP)

Métis clients whether unemployed, under-employed and/or clients whose employment is at risk due to labour market changes, insufficient employment skills or certification.

Métis Community Councils wanting to develop capacity while enhancing employment opportunity, skills knowledge and partnership for Métis people
Business, organizations (non-profit/profit), public health, public organizations, educational institutions, located in Ontario.
Organizations and/or businesses, either profit or not for profit, that will hire MNOET clients upon successful completion of a specific training program.
Organizations and/or business, either profit or not for profit partnering to implement specific employment and training to raise the employability of MNOET clients.
Organizations and/or businesses coordinating the development of partnerships leading to increased employment opportunities for MNOET clients.
Organizations and/or businesses developing workshops specific to employment and training needs for eligible clients.
Organizations and/or businesses developing conferences specific to employment and training needs for eligible clients.

Training must relate directly to employment goals and must meet the needs of the client and the labour market demands of the industry.
Sponsor/Employer must submit a project proposal and budget indentifying all costs and work plan.
Clients must access training through the MNOET intake and assessment process.
Training costs will correspond to funding availability and must demonstrate cost effectiveness. This may include tuition, textbooks and related supplies, special equipment where necessary, lab/exam and certification fees, transportation and childcare expenses, and allowances according to the negotiated financial assistance policies.
Project may be eligible for coordination and oversight staffing costs (Wages, MERC, Rent, etc.)
Capital assets may be eligible expenses.