Employment Assistance Services (EAS)

Funding for the EAS Program is provided by the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Labour Market Development Agreement.

The Employment Assistance Services (EAS) Support Measure helps organizations provide employment assistance to unemployed individuals. These services can be offered one-on-one or in groups. Key services include Self-Serve Employment Resource Centers, Needs Assessment, Employment Plan development, case management, employment counseling, and workshops on topics like job search, resume writing, and transitional employment support.

Eligibility Information

EAS is for unemployed individuals who are legally allowed to work in Canada. Here’s what “unemployed” means for EAS:

  • Not working at all and actively looking for a job.
  • Working less than 20 hours a week and seeking full-time work, or if you have a disability and can’t work full-time, looking for more work.
  • Have notice of an upcoming lay-off.
  • Need to leave your current job for medical reasons.

Eligible Sponsors

Organizations that can sponsor EAS include:

  • Businesses, including federal crown corporations.
  • Provincial/territorial crown corporations.
  • Various organizations.
  • Individuals.
  • Public health and educational institutions.
  • Municipal governments and band/tribal councils.

Sponsors need to have the right qualifications and expertise to manage a project and must employ staff with the necessary skills or provide training.

Application Process

  • If you are not already registered with LaMPSS, you must be set up as a government vendor to receive payments. Please start by registering here: Employer Registration
  • After registering, please allow 7-10 business days for processing.
  • You will then receive a LaMPSS username and password via email.
  • Check your email regularly, including your junk mail. Once you have your login details, you can access the LaMPSS system and complete your application.

Forgotten Password

If you already have an account but forget your password, you can reset it by:

  1. Clicking on “Forgot Password”
  2. Entering your Organization ID and User ID
  3. Submitting the form to receive a new password via email

If you can’t reset your password, please email extorghelp@gov.nl.ca or call 1-844-252-6777 during business hours.

If you have not signed into the system for more than 6 months, contact LaMPSS support and request that they change your password.

Step 2: Submit Your Application

  • Complete and submit your Online Application in LaMPSS.
  • On your User homepage navigate to the “Apply for Funding” and click on Programs and Services
  • Click on the blue Apply button for the desired program.
  • You can check your application status by logging into LaMPSS.

Application Submissions

  • No deadline to apply. Applications are accepted year-round, depending on budget availability.
  • Priority may be given to certain occupations and sectors, especially in high unemployment areas.
  • Incomplete applications will cause delays.

Forms

  • Program Guidelines
  • Budget Supporting Details
  • Cashflow Template

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