Recruitment, Retention and Innovative Skills
The Recruitment, Retention and Innovative Skills Training (RRIST) Program, part of the Agriculture and Food Workforce Development Initiative, offers a maximum funding of $250,000 to support BC's agriculture industry in adopting innovative tools and practices for recruiting and retaining domestic workers. Eligible activities include developing new training programs, increasing workforce diversity, and improving recruitment and retention strategies.
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Funding
Amount
Up to $250,000
Funding %:
Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Applicants
Farmers, Processors
Eligible
Purposes
Developing new training programs, increasing workforce diversity, and improving recruitment and retention strategies.
Such As:
Developing new training programs, boosting workforce diversity, and improving recruitment and retention.
Promoting food and agriculture careers to youth and adults.
Creating tools, resources, and technologies for recruiting, retaining, and coordinating seasonal workers.
Piloting skills and training programs linked to job opportunities or advancement.
Providing employer/management training on best practices in recruitment and workplace improvement.
Partnering to support employment for underrepresented groups and promote diversity and inclusion.
Piloting solutions to workforce barriers, like transportation and childcare.
Industry-led initiatives to tackle labour market challenges and enhance HR development.
Deadline
to Apply
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