grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Educational services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
  • Innovation Canada
  • Government of Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Get a subsidy of up to $30,000 to cover the wages and associated training costs when you hire a post-secondary graduate 15 to 30 years old. You must provide the intern with digital and soft-skills experiences that will prepare them for the workplace.

grant_single_labels|projects

There are eligible projects and activities for this grant. The internship opportunities through the DS4Y delivery organizations include:
  • Participation in the Digital Skills for Youth program.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$20,000

Toronto
Hiring a software development intern to work on a mobile app project.

$20,000

Vancouver
Hiring a graphic design intern to redesign marketing materials for our organization.

$20,000

Montreal
Engaging a data analysis intern to support our research initiatives.

$20,000

Calgary
Employing an IT support intern to enhance our technical infrastructure.

$20,000

Ottawa
Bringing on a marketing intern to strengthen our online presence.

$20,000

Quebec City
Hiring a web development intern for upgrading our e-commerce platform.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Companies eligible for the Digital Skills for Youth (DS4Y) program include:
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
  • Indigenous organizations
  • Public sector organizations

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include:
  • Intern salaries
  • Training costs
  • Supervision and mentorship
  • Travel and accommodation for interns

grant_single_labels|criteria

Interns are selected based on their qualifications, skills, and fit for the program. Selection criteria may include:
  • Educational background and relevant experience
  • Digital skills and proficiency
  • Interest in the digital economy
  • Compatibility with the organization's needs

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Check the eligibility criteria on the websites of the DS4Y delivery organizations mentioned.
  • Step 2: Submit an application as either an organization looking for interns or a post-graduate student seeking opportunities.
  • Step 3: Follow the specific application instructions provided by the delivery organizations.
  • Step 4: Await notification from the organizations regarding the status of your application.

grant_single_labels|documents

Digital Skills for Youth Program

Apply to this program