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Experience in a Work Integration Company

If you are interested in finding a job, but you need support and training, you can participate in the Employment Preparation Program – Work Integration Company stream.

Work integration companies allow you to acquire work experience over a period of about 6 months. The program includes on-the-job vocational or technical training and as well as the development of personal and social skills.

Eligibility

To participate in this program, you must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Be receiving employment insurance benefits or be eligible to receive them
  • Be receiving last-resort financial assistance (social assistance or social solidarity)
  • Be unemployed and not receiving any public income support
  • Be facing serious obstacles that are making it complex for you to find a job, reenter the job market or retain a job

Services offered

You will be considered a full-time employee (35 hours a week) by the work integration company, and you will receive training allowing you to:

  • develop your skills and knowledge.
  • improve your performance and skills.
  • make a career choice.
  • obtain job search assistance and tools.
  • actively look for a job.

Financial assistance

The work integration company will pay you minimum wage or the basic salary offered in its sector of activity.

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 a request 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.

Access My Account

Other ways to submit a request 

See the various ways of applying for information and employment assistance services. You can also visit an employment assistance organization near you.

Last update: March 18, 2025

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