call for proposals: skills solutions

future skills centre is launching two new open calls for proposals! our mission is to support skills development and address critical knowledge gaps that shape skills policies, programs, and services. as a pan-canadian hub for research and collaboration, we're committed to driving innovation in skills and workforce development, ensuring everyone can thrive in the future of work. the skills horizon calls for proposals will offer funding to organizations nationwide, empowering projects that tackle canada's most pressing skills and labour market challenges.

stream 1 – designing solutions
we are looking for project ideas and concepts that are still under development but that can demonstrate clear ambition and a strong team behind them. projects funded in this stream will focus on solution design and preparing for potential piloting and will work closely with a designated technical assistance partner to both develop their concept and document learning.

stream 2 – strengthening outcomes
we will support initiatives that are ready for implementation, having already undergone thorough consultation and design. the initiative should demonstrate both promising results to date and capacity to carry the project forward in a short timeframe to achieve tangible outcomes. funded projects will focus on advancing skills outcomes based on evidence of what has worked. these initiatives will be further tested through implementation and with the required support of a designated evaluation and learning partner.