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Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program
Money to hire students in the Columbia Basin region
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : August 9, 2024
- Closing date : August 12, 2024
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Your small business can get a wage subsidy to hire a full-time high school and post-secondary students for full-time entry-level and career-related jobs during the school summer break.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : August 9, 2024
- Closing date : August 12, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Small businesses with headquarters located within the Columbia Basin Trust's region are eligible to apply, provided they are not non-profit organizations.Who is not eligible
This grant is focused on small businesses within a specific region and excludes certain types of organizations. It explicitly mentions restrictions on the eligibility status of non-profit organizations.
- Non-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
- Salaries for project staff
- Travel costs directly related to the project
- Materials and supplies for project activities
- Printing and dissemination of project materials
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available exclusively to businesses located within the Columbia Basin Trust region. The eligible locations are selected to focus on supporting the economic development of this specific area.
- Small businesses headquartered within the geographical boundaries of the Columbia Basin Trust region.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The program is administered by the College of the Rockies, which offers resources and guidance throughout the process.
- The contact information provided allows applicants to receive direct support and assistance with their applications or to address specific inquiries related to the program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program. 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 Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program?
Your small business can get a wage subsidy to hire a full-time high school and post-secondary students for full-time entry-level and career-related jobs during the school summer break.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was August 12, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program program?
To be eligible for the Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program program, you must:
The applicant must be a small business with headquarters located in Columbia Basin Trust’s region.
Non-profits are not eligible.
Who can I contact for more information about the Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program?
You can contact Government of British Columbia (BC) by email at summerworks@ourtrust.org or by phone at 1.877.489.2687.
Where is the Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program available?
The Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program?
Columbia Basin Trust — Summer Works Program is funded by Government of British Columbia (BC), Columbia Basin Trust
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