Canary Islands' Employment Service Grant Application Process Update

Overview

The Canary Islands' Employment Service has announced updates to its grant application process to facilitate applicants amid technical hurdles.

Key Changes

• Extended Deadline: The new application deadline is September 30, 2025, allowing more time for proposal preparation.
• Handling Technical Issues: Applicants unable to obtain a required document via the SISPECAN-PCOL system due to technical issues will not face penalties.

  • "...they won't be penalized, provided they include detailed cost and funding information in their project proposal."

• Evaluation and Disqualification: Priority remains with projects scoring higher in key assessment areas.
  • Technical difficulties will not automatically disqualify applicants.

Goals and Impact

• Streamline access to funding and promote fair evaluation.
• Support local employment initiatives.
• Improve administrative procedures.
• Provide a more flexible process particularly beneficial for small businesses and organizations seeking government aid.

Implementation

• The modifications took effect immediately following their publication.
• Official bulletin publication date: September 10, 2025.