The program is being wound down to transition to a re-designed COJG model with a new delivery approach that improves efficiency, monitoring, and employer supports. More details will be shared on the Ontario.ca webpage when the new program is finalized.
Program: Canada-Ontario Job Grant
When is the Canada Ontario Job Grant (COJG) program officially winding down?
The current COJG program will wind down on March 31, 2026. All existing Transfer Payment Agreements (TPAs) will expire on that date.
Canada Summer Jobs 2026 Applications Open
System Maintenance: Canada-Ontario Job Grant Employer Application Form
System Maintenance: Canada-Ontario Job Grant Employer Application Form
System Maintenance: Canada-Ontario Job Grant Employer Application Form
Clarifications Regarding the 2025-2026 Canada-Ontario Job Grant Employer and Training Provider Attestation Requirement
2025-2026 Canada-Ontario Job Grant Transfer Payment Agreements
2025-2026 Employment Ontario Transfer Payment Agreements
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Under tier 1, if the trainee does not fit under the first six scenarios, they should be counted under the “Incumbent trainee with no increase in wage”. The tool automatically calculates the “Total number of trainees on the application” by adding up the number of trainees for the first seven rows. Under tier 2, if… Continue reading How do I make the “Total number of trainees on the application” add up correctly for tier 1 or tier 2?