Canada Summer Jobs: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how small businesses and non-profits can access wage subsidies to hire young people for seasonal positions through this program.
This program provides financial support to help employers cover the wages of young people working during the summer months.
Who it's for
This scheme is designed to support a variety of community and commercial employers. Specifically, it is available to small businesses, non-profit organizations, and employers within the public sector. If your organization falls into one of these categories, you may be eligible to participate in the program to help expand your seasonal workforce.
What you get
The primary benefit of this program is the provision of wage subsidies. These subsidies are intended to help you offset the costs of hiring new staff for summer positions. By receiving this financial assistance, you can provide meaningful work experiences to young people while managing your organization's payroll and budget more effectively during the busy summer season.
What it costs you
There is no direct monetary fee to access this program, but there is a requirement regarding your time and administrative effort. To receive funding, you must complete a formal application process. This requires participating in the annual call for proposals issued by the government. You will need to prepare and submit your request for funding when the application window is open.
The catch to know
The most important rule to remember is the age requirement for your employees. To qualify for the wage subsidies, the positions you create must be filled by youth between the ages of 15 and 30. If you hire staff outside of this specific age range, you will not be able to claim the support provided by this scheme.
How to apply
- Review the eligibility requirements to ensure your organization is a small business, non-profit, or public sector entity.
- Check the official portal regularly to find out when the annual call for proposals begins.
- Prepare your application, ensuring it clearly outlines the summer positions you intend to create for youth.
- Submit your completed proposal through the official government portal: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs.html