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Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Money for SMEs and non-profits to hire youth
Helps businesses and non-profits hire young graduates by covering their wages and training costs. Provides up to $24,000 for each intern hired.
Non-repayable contributions and wage subsidies of up to $30,000 per internship, covering wages, benefits, training, and administrative costs. Interns are also eligible for up to $4,000 for digital and soft skills training. The program supports youth (15-30) in gaining digital skills through meaningful internships, with employers providing mentorship and on-the-job training.
Business Size: small, medium
Region: Canada
Demographics: youth
Other Criteria: Interns: between 15 and 30 years old, Interns: post-secondary graduate (not required for Yukon, Northwest Territories or Nunavut), Interns: legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person with refugee status), Interns: self-assess as underemployed or unemployed, Employers: legal status in Canada, Employers: up to 500 employees (for-profit, not-for-profit, municipal, Indigenous, public health/educational, provincial/territorial governments/agencies), Employers: capacity to offer internships, including training and support, Employers: appropriate administrative support and capacity to train and mentor participants, Delivery Organizations: legally incorporated or registered in Canada, Delivery Organizations: strong network of small and medium-sized businesses and not-for-profit organizations to provide internships
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