Economic and Rural Development and Tourism

Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive

The Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive (WIPSI) is part of the Productivity Investment Program as outlined in the economic growth plan for Nova Scotia, jobsHere.

WIPSI is a funding incentive designed to encourage businesses to invest in employee and management skills development, and improve productivity. It is also designed to help companies adapt to the introduction of new technology and innovative processes, and enhance international competitiveness.

Businesses , industry associations and private-sector unions are eligible for the training incentive with the exception of businesses primarily involved in wholesale, retail, accommodation, and food service.

The following activities may be eligible costs under WIPSI:

Purchase of training from a formal training institution or qualified external or internal training provider
Registration, tuition or course fees
International training
Management skills development
Skills development training leading to certification
Training that supports workplace diversity
Other skills development and training based on a valid business case

Additional information on eligibility criteria is provided in the program guidelines.

Application Submissions

Please submit the application to the following address:

Economic and Rural Development and Tourism
Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive
1660 Hollis St., Suite 600
Halifax, NS
B3J 1V7