Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy (AWS) Program

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Funding for the AWS Program is provided by the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Labour Market Development Agreement and the Canada –Newfoundland and Labrador Workforce Development Agreement 

What is it? 

The AWS program helps apprentices gain work experience in their trade and work towards becoming certified journeypersons. It does this by giving employers a wage subsidy when they hire apprentices. This support is available for all levels of apprenticeship – from the first year to the fourth year. 

How does it work? 

Employers can receive a wage subsidy of 75%, up to $14 an hour, for hiring apprentices. This subsidy is paid directly to the employers. Apprentices can be subsidized for two levels of their training under this program. 

Both EI-eligible and non-EI-eligible apprentices can benefit from this program. To qualify, apprentices must be eligible to register or already be registered with the Apprenticeship and Trades Certification Division. 

Who can apply?  

Apprentices: 

  • Complete the Apprentice Application and submit it to the department. This application will be kept on file and may be shared with employers looking for apprentices. 
  • Use the Marketing Letter as part of your job search. Connect with the department to check your eligibility and get help with your job search. 

Employers who want to apply must: 

  • Be incorporated businesses or sole proprietorships registered in Newfoundland and Labrador. 
  • Be in good standing with the Newfoundland and Labrador Registry of Companies and Deeds. 
  • Have an office or operation in the province. 
  • Have a signed Memorandum of Understanding with the department, confirming they have a qualified journeyperson on site. 
  • Offer relevant work experience as required by the Apprenticeship and Trades Certification Division. 
  • Additional criteria may apply. 

Employers must follow all the Terms and Conditions of the AWS program.  

How to apply?  

Please review the Program Guidelines before submitting your application. 

For Employers:  

  • 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:  

  • Clicking on “Forgot Password”  
  • Entering your Organization ID and User ID  
  • 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.  

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  
  • Review the Program Guidelines before submitting. 
  • You can check your application status by logging into LaMPSS.  

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