What Subsidized Jobs Are and How They Help Newcomers

Subsidized jobs are employment opportunities in which the government or partner organizations help cover part of the wage or training costs so that employers are more willing to hire workers who may face barriers to entering the labour market, such as newcomers to Canada, recent graduates, or people with limited Canadian work experience. These programs benefit both employers (by reducing hiring costs) and workers (by providing paid experience, skills development, and connections that improve long‑term job prospects). In Newfoundland & Labrador, there are several wage‑subsidy and job‑support programs designed to create meaningful work opportunities and help newcomers and other job seekers gain real work experience.

Subsidized Employment programs help employers cover part of wages to hire newcomers. Before arriving in Newfoundland & Labrador, you can explore opportunities, requirements, and support online through government and community organization websites.
  • JobsNL Wage Subsidy – Partial wage coverage to encourage employers to hire newcomers.
  • Employment Enhancement Program – Wage support in key sectors like agriculture, fishing, aquaculture, and forestry.
  • ASCEND – Youth-focused placements with training and minimum wage support
  • AMPLIFY – Community-based placements for young newcomers with training and career development.
  • Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy (AWS) – Supports wages for registered trade apprentices.
  • Opportunities Fund (for People with Disabilities) – Wage subsidy for newcomers with disabilities.
  • Job Creation Partnerships (JCP) – Paid work in community-based projects to gain experience.

Funded by

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Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism NL
Advance the Settlement and Economic Integration of Newcomers
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A Non-profit Community Service Co-operative