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Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI)
Supports graduate job placements with wage funding
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
CCAI supports new graduates in securing their first full-time job after graduation. Participating employers offer a 12-month position, with four months of wages funded through the program to support onboarding and skills development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Matching new graduates with full-time career jobs.
- Supporting onboarding, mentorship, and job-specific skills development.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local businesses.
- Academic institutions.
- Economic development organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Wages for four months of the graduate’s employment.
Processing and Agreement
- Employers and students apply and are interviewed through the partner portal.
- Graduates and employers rank preferred matches.
- A post-secondary institution completes the match.
- The employer then extends the 12-month job offer.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI)?
CCAI supports new graduates in securing their first full-time job after graduation. Participating employers offer a 12-month position, with four months of wages funded through the program to support onboarding and skills development.
Who is eligible for the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI) program?
To be eligible for the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI) program, you must:
New graduate employment placement.
12-month job offer from employer.
Partner organization involved.
What expenses are eligible under Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI)?
Matching new graduates with full-time career jobs.
Supporting onboarding, mentorship, and job-specific skills development.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI)?
You can contact Canadian Career Apprenticeship Initiative (CCAI) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI) available?
The Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI) program is available across Canada.
Is the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI) is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI)?
Canadian Career Apprenticeship Experience (CCAI) is funded by Canadian Career Apprenticeship Initiative (CCAI)