Canary Islands Long-Term Unemployment Support Program

Overview

The Canary Islands government has announced a new €10 million fund aimed at boosting employment for long-term unemployed residents.

This initiative targets municipal corporations and linked entities in areas with over 1,000 registered long-term jobseekers as of March 31, 2025, offering grants to hire and train unemployed workers for up to nine months.

Program Focus

• Creating practical job opportunities
• Enhancing workers' skills through training plans
• Improving employability
• Supporting economic recovery in regions hit hardest by unemployment

Implementation Details

• Participating organizations can collaborate individually or together.
• Funds will be managed through the Canary Islands Employment Service (SCE).
• Grants are allocated from national and regional budgets.
• Distribution will be through a competitive process.
• Application window opens on August 13, 2025, and lasts one month.
• Beneficiaries must submit applications electronically.
• Project work must begin before the end of 2025.
• Transparency is emphasized, requiring clear visibility of project sites and public notices.

Significance

This initiative stands out as a substantial effort by regional authorities to directly address long-term unemployment, providing essential resources to local entities committed to job creation and workforce development.

"This program represents a vital step toward economic stability and personal growth for residents facing prolonged joblessness."