Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Work and Learn: hospitality apprenticeship programme
Agreement Number:
7474259 P017276001
Agreement Value:
$213,743.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 10, 2026 - Jun 30, 2027
Description:
This project aims to increase the employability and socio economic well being of young people in Grenada by equipping them with industry recognized skills and practical experience in the hospitality sector. Through competency based training and structured apprenticeships, the project supports a more professional, inclusive, and environmentally responsible hospitality workforce capable of meeting labour market needs in Grenada’s tourism industry. Project activities include: (1) implementing a replicable hospitality apprenticeship model through partnerships with hotels, combining classroom instruction with on the job training and mentorship; (2) delivering competency based training to 40 apprentices (15 pastry chef trainees, 10 bartending trainees, and 15 housekeeping supervisor trainees) leading to Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) certification; (3) strengthening inclusive access to technical and vocational education and training (TVET) by proactively recruiting women, unemployed/underemployed youth, and youth from underserved or rural communities, while providing targeted support services; and (4) conducting gender sensitivity, workplace inclusion, and environmental sustainability sessions, as well as public awareness campaigns to promote equitable access to TVET.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) strengthened apprenticeship pathways for skills development and certification in Grenada’s hospitality sector; (2) improved industry-relevant skills and certification among participating youth; (3) improved employability and career advancement opportunities for apprentices in the hospitality industry; and (4) strengthened collaboration between training institutions and industry partners to support sustainable workforce development.
Location:
St George's, GD
Reference Number:
064-2025-2026-Q4-0046
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
Grenada National Training Agency
Program:
International Development Assistance program
Program Purpose:
The main purpose on the International Development Assistance Program is to reduce poverty for those living in countries where Global Affairs Canada engages in international development.