Industry Expansion Program

Companies planning to grow their footprint in Manitoba often face a major challenge when it comes to building the skilled workforce needed to support that expansion. The Industry Expansion Program is designed to help address that gap by offering non-repayable funding support to businesses that are either setting up new operations in the province or expanding existing ones. Delivered by the Government of Manitoba, the program focuses on strengthening the province’s economy by supporting projects that create sustainable jobs and long-term economic benefits.

Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all contribution, support through the Industry Expansion Program is tailored to each project. Funding is commonly directed toward employee training initiatives, including upskilling existing staff or preparing new hires for newly created roles. This can include costs related to developing or purchasing training materials, delivering training internally or through external providers, and acquiring specialized equipment required for training activities. The level of support typically reflects factors such as the scale of the expansion, overall project investment, and the number of new positions being created and maintained in Manitoba.

With applications accepted on an ongoing basis and projects reviewed individually, the program can be a strong fit for for-profit businesses across various industries that are making meaningful investments in growth. Business owners considering expansion may want to explore further details to see how this customized funding opportunity could support their workforce and expansion plans.