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CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)

Create paid work opportunities for students in arts and culture
Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

The Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) offers funding to arts and culture employers to create paid work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students, with a maximum subsidy of up to 70% of wages or $7,000 per placement for priority group students. Eligible activities include roles across various cultural sectors, such as Digital Media, Film and Television, and more, with the flexibility of remote work allowed.

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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
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
  • Social economy enterprise
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

The CHRC Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) funds activities that create paid, work-integrated learning opportunities for students in the cultural sector. These activities aim to provide students with the skills and experience needed for employment post-graduation.

  • Establishing partnerships between arts and culture employers and post-secondary institutions to facilitate student placements.
  • Developing and implementing paid internship or co-op positions in fields such as digital media, film and television, and live performing arts.
  • Creating remote work opportunities for students to gain experience in music and sound recording, visual arts and crafts, writing and publishing, and heritage sectors.
  • Supporting projects that involve students in the development of digital or media content relevant to their field of study or interest.
  • Facilitating cross-discipline placements where students from non-arts fields, such as computer science, work in cultural settings, e.g., website development for cultural organizations.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

This grant supports partnerships between arts and culture employers and post-secondary education institutions to create quality work-integrated learning opportunities for students. Cultural sector employers are eligible to apply, including those in digital media, film and television, live performing arts, music and sound recording, visual arts and crafts, writing and publishing, and heritage. Students do not need to have a field of study related to arts and culture to participate in the program.

Eligible expenses

The grant reimburses employers for a portion of student wages as part of the work-integrated learning placement.

  • Reimbursement of up to 50% of the student’s wages per placement (maximum $5,000).
  • Reimbursement of up to 70% of the student’s wages for students from priority groups (maximum $7,000).

Eligible geographic areas

This grant does not specify eligible geographical areas for companies applying. It is assumed to be open to all Canadian cultural sector employers based on the context provided.

  • No specific geographical limitations mentioned; applicable nationwide in 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

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP). 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 CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)?

The Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) offers funding to arts and culture employers to create paid work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students, with a maximum subsidy of up to 70% of wages or $7,000 per placement for priority group students. Eligible activities include roles across various cultural sectors, such as Digital Media, Film and Television, and more, with the flexibility of remote work allowed.

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: The employer must operate within the cultural sector, including Digital Media, Film and Television, Live Performing Arts, Music and Sound Recording, Visual Arts and Crafts, Writing and Publishing, and Heritage. The employer must create paid work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students.

What expenses are eligible under CHRC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)?

The CHRC Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) funds activities that create paid, work-integrated learning opportunities for students in the cultural sector. These activities aim to provide students with the skills and experience needed for employment post-graduation. Establishing partnerships between arts and culture employers and post-secondary institutions to facilitate student placements. Developing and implementing paid internship or co-op positions in fields such as digital media, film and television, and live performing arts. Creating remote work opportunities for students to gain experience in music and sound recording, visual arts and crafts, writing and publishing, and heritage sectors. Supporting projects that involve students in the development of digital or media content relevant to their field of study or interest. Facilitating cross-discipline placements where students from non-arts fields, such as computer science, work in cultural settings, e.g., website development for cultural organizations.

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

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