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Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream
Funding for national youth volunteer placements
Latest source updateLast Update: May 7, 2026Latest change: The page now includes detailed FAQ guidance on who can apply, how to apply, and the program’s age and stream scope.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 7, 2026
Latest change: The page now includes detailed FAQ guidance on who can apply, how to apply, and the program’s age and stream scope.
Canada Service Corps guidance updated
The grant page now includes a detailed FAQ section for the 2023 Call for Proposals, adding practical guidance on application methods, stream participation, and review criteria. It also clarifies the program’s scope, including youth age ranges, multi-stream applications, support for younger youth, and timing for funded projects. The core funding amount and application period shown on the main stream page appear unchanged, but the overall content now provides substantially more direction for applicants and recipients.
Funding available
$ 8,000,000
Deadline
December 19, 2023
Opened October 12, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $8,000,000 per fiscal year to support youth service placements across Canada. It funds youth-serving organizations with a national reach to develop and deliver full-time and flexible volunteer opportunities for youth participants.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 8,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing and delivering volunteer service placements for youth.
- Offering full-time or flexible service placements.
- Running national youth service projects across two or more provinces or territories.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth-serving organizations.
- Organizations with national reach.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Two or more provinces or territories
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the call for proposals and applicant guides
- Check the program details and eligibility for the stream of interest.
- Read the applicant guides carefully.
- Step 2: Create a GCOS account
- Consult the GCOS User Guide.
- Create a Grants and Contributions Online Services account.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Complete and submit the application through GCOS.
- Organizations without a CRA business number or registration number may apply by email.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications were reviewed after submission through the program’s assessment process.
- Applicants were advised through the program information and FAQ resources.
- Questions and accessibility requests were handled by email during the application period.
Additional information
- Information sessions were offered in English and French.
- Accessibility supports included ASL, LSQ, and real-time captioning.
- Questions were handled by email during the application period.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Canada Service Corps – Micro-grants StreamYouth-led micro-grant support across Canada
- Canada Service Corps – Service Placements Regional StreamFunding for organizations to develop youth volunteer service placements
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream Program
What is the Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream?
This program provides up to $8,000,000 per fiscal year to support youth service placements across Canada. It funds youth-serving organizations with a national reach to develop and deliver full-time and flexible volunteer opportunities for youth participants.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $8,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was December 19, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream program?
To be eligible for the Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream program, you must:
National reach.
Youth-serving organization.
Youth volunteer placements.
What expenses are eligible under Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream?
Developing and delivering volunteer service placements for youth.
Offering full-time or flexible service placements.
Running national youth service projects across two or more provinces or territories.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at NC-DGOP-POB-CSC-SJC-GD@servicecanada.gc.ca.
Where is the Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream available?
The Canada Service Corps – Service Placements National Stream program is available across Canada.