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CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies

Grants SMEs for digital adoption and competitiveness enhancement
Magnet
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,300
Timeline
  • Closing date : September 30, 2024
Location
Canada

Overview

The Boost Your Business Technology grant provides Canadian SMEs with support to adopt new technologies with a purpose to increase competitiveness and resilience, including the option to receive wage subsidies of up to $7,300 per eligible youth for the implementation of a Digital Adoption Plan. Eligible activities include enhancing online presence, boosting e-commerce capabilities, and digitalizing business operations.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop an online presence
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 7,300 $
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : September 30, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • $ 5,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant supports the hiring of youth to implement new technology and strategies in Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The eligible activities focus on leveraging young talent to enhance digital operations within businesses.

  • Hiring youths to support the implementation of digital transformation strategies.
  • Utilizing wage subsidies to enhance e-commerce capabilities and business digitalization.
  • Facilitating the deployment of technologies identified in the Digital Adoption Plan.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Canadian-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have completed a Digital Adoption Plan approved and paid by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) can apply for the wage subsidy component of the CDAP Boost Your Business Technology grant. Eligible businesses can access wage subsidies to hire youths aged 18-30 who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or refugees with the right to work in Canada.

Eligible expenses

This grant assists businesses in advancing their technological capabilities to enhance their online presence and operational efficiency. The eligible activities revolve around technology adoption, e-commerce enhancement, and digital transformation.

  • Digitalization of business operations to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
  • Development and enhancement of e-commerce platforms to boost sales and market reach.
  • Implementation of new technology solutions in line with a Digital Adoption Plan approved by ISED.

Eligible geographic areas

This program is available to Canadian-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The funding is targeted to assist businesses across Canada in adopting digital technologies.

  • All provinces and territories in Canada.
  • Urban and rural areas across Canada.

Additional information

The CDAP Wage Subsidy varies in its application timelines and eligibility criteria. Businesses must ensure compliance with several guidelines to secure the subsidy.

  • The employment period must span a minimum of 12 weeks and a maximum of 24 weeks.
  • The subsidy covers up to 75% of the wages for eligible hires, with a maximum of $7,300 per employee.
  • Eligible hires must be between the ages of 18 and 30 and be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or refugees allowed to work in Canada.
  • Businesses can offer both full-time and part-time positions to qualify for the subsidy.
  • There is no previous employee participation restriction in the Grow Your Business Online program.
  • The requirement for hires to be students or recent graduates has been removed, expanding the pool of eligible candidates.
  • The 450-hour minimum mandate to receive the subsidy has been eliminated, offering more flexible employment arrangements.
  • Businesses are no longer limited to hiring only one new employee under the program.

Contacts

boostyourbusiness@magnetnetwork.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies . 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 CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies ?

The Boost Your Business Technology grant provides Canadian SMEs with support to adopt new technologies with a purpose to increase competitiveness and resilience, including the option to receive wage subsidies of up to $7,300 per eligible youth for the implementation of a Digital Adoption Plan. Eligible activities include enhancing online presence, boosting e-commerce capabilities, and digitalizing business operations.

How much funding can be received?

CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $7,300 per project.

Who is eligible for the CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies program?

To be eligible for the CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies program, you must: Businesses must have a completed Digital Adoption Plan approved and received payment from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED).

What expenses are eligible under CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies ?

This grant supports the hiring of youth to implement new technology and strategies in Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The eligible activities focus on leveraging young talent to enhance digital operations within businesses. Hiring youths to support the implementation of digital transformation strategies. Utilizing wage subsidies to enhance e-commerce capabilities and business digitalization. Facilitating the deployment of technologies identified in the Digital Adoption Plan.

Who can I contact for more information about the CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies ?

You can contact Magnet by email at boostyourbusiness@magnetnetwork.ca.

Where is the CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies available?

The CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies program is available across Canada.

Is the CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies a grant, loan, or tax credit?

CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

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