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Employment Integration for First Nations and Inuit People
If you’re a member of a First Nation or you are Inuk and need help to enter the labour market, you might be interested in taking part in the First Nations and Inuit Employment Integration Program (PAIPNI).
Your new employer could receive a subsidy to cover a portion of your wages and certain additional expenses related to hiring you, such as:
- the salary of a support person
- training costs
- the cost of specific integration measures.
Eligibility
You could be eligible for this program if
- you are part of one of the following Indigenous Peoples: Abenaki, Algonquin, Attikamek, Cree, Nation Wendat, Innu (Montagnais), Inuit, Maliseet, Mi'kmaq, Mohawk, Naskapi
- you have no significant work experience or you face obstacles preventing you from entering the labour market.
How the program works
Go to your
Once you've found a job with an employer eligible for the program, an assistance officer will take care of all the formalities.
You'll receive support throughout the program to ensure your successful integration and job retention.
Request Information and Employment Assistance Services
There are different ways to request more information about employment programs, get assistance and check your eligibility.
Online
To submit an application online, sign in or log in to My Account — Employment Assistance — Social Assistance. This account allows you to submit your documents more easily and to receive government communications online.
Submit an application without logging in to My Account
You can submit an application for employment assistance services without having to log in to My Account. You can fill out the
Other ways to submit an application
See the various ways of applying for information and employment assistance services. You can also visit an employment assistance organization near you.
Last update: December 9, 2024