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CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)
Create paid student placements in the cultural sector
Last Update: May 7, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Student Work Placement Program supports paid work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students in the cultural sector. It reimburses eligible employers up to 50% of student wages, to a maximum of $5,000 per placement.
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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 workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Higher Education
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Paid work-integrated learning placements for post-secondary students.
- Internships and co-op placements in cultural sector organizations.
- Remote placements.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Sample agreement
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian cultural sector employers.
- For-profit organizations in the cultural sector.
- Not-for-profit organizations in the cultural sector.
Who is not eligible
- Canadian government institutions.
- Independent contractors.
Eligible expenses
- Student wages for the placement.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Independent contract work.
- Placements with Canadian government institutions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- The employer must be a cultural sector establishment.
- The student must be enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution and legally entitled to work in Canada.
- The job description should relate to the student’s field of study and support skills development.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the employer application form
- Use the online 2026-2027 application form.
- Step 2: Submit the request
- Send the completed form through the program’s online form.
- Step 3: Sign the agreement if approved
- Review, sign, and return the wage subsidy agreement to secure the funding.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in order of submission.
- Funding decisions are generally provided within two weeks.
- An agreement must be signed and returned to secure the subsidy.
- Report forms are provided by Culture Works Canada.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The SWPP encourages partnerships specifically between arts and culture employers and Post-Secondary Education (PSE) institutions.
- Employers from diverse cultural sectors, including digital media and live performing arts, are highlighted to participate.
- Students do not need to be studying in a field directly related to arts and culture, allowing for versatile placement opportunities integrating various fields, such as technology support in cultural projects.
- The wage subsidy differs if the student is part of a priority group, indicating targeted support for certain demographics.
- Remote work opportunities are permissible under the program, offering flexibility for both employers and students.
Frequently Asked Questions about the CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) Program
What is the CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)?
The Student Work Placement Program supports paid work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students in the cultural sector. It reimburses eligible employers up to 50% of student wages, to a maximum of $5,000 per placement.
How much funding can be received?
CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) program?
To be eligible for the CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) program, you must:
Canadian cultural sector employer
Paid post-secondary placement
Student field need not match
What expenses are eligible under CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)?
Paid work-integrated learning placements for post-secondary students.
Internships and co-op placements in cultural sector organizations.
Remote placements.
Who can I contact for more information about the CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)?
You can contact Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRC).
Where is the CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) available?
The CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) program is available across Canada.
Is the CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) is a Wage Subsidies And Interns