The Department of Family Services is now accepting funding proposals for a program designed to help residents in Igloolik, Nunavut, find work and gain new skills. This money is being offered through the Targeted Labour Market Program for the 2026-2027 year to help community groups provide training for local people.
Local non-profit organizations, Inuit groups, and businesses in the community are eligible to apply for the financial support. The funding is intended for projects that help residents get ready for the workforce or learn trades that are currently in high demand across the territory. These training programs can last for up to one year.
The goal of the program is to help people find steady jobs and build a stronger local workforce. By supporting community-led education and training, the government aims to help residents succeed in their home communities. This includes everything from teaching basic job skills to specific training for local industries.
Organizations and local employers can use these grants to create services that bridge the gap between unemployment and finding a stable career. These projects are intended to be ready to start by the beginning of the new budget year on April 1, 2026. Interested groups can submit their proposals until March 23, 2026, to the territorial government to be considered for the upcoming cycle.
