Digital Skills for Youth Program
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
Canada
Money for SMEs and non-profits to hire youth
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate July 10, 2023
- grant_single|closingDate July 9, 2025
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)
- Government of Canada
- Innovation Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open
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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
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 20,000
Bringing on a marketing intern to strengthen our online presence
$ 20,000
Hiring a graphic design intern to redesign marketing materials for our organization
$ 20,000
Engaging a data analysis intern to support our research initiatives
$ 20,000
Hiring a software development intern to work on a mobile app project
$ 20,000
Employing an IT support intern to enhance our technical infrastructure
$ 20,000
Hiring a web development intern for upgrading our e-commerce platform
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for involving organizations in the DS4Y internship program through delivery organizations involves several criteria.
- The organization must be seeking interns who are looking to apply their digital skills.
- It should participate with one of the 2023-2025 delivery organizations like BioTalent, Communautique, Environmental Careers Organization Canada, among others.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Organizations looking to provide internship opportunities for individuals with digital skills, as well as post-graduate students seeking to apply their digital skills in the workforce, can explore the internship opportunities available through the Digital Skills for Youth (DS4Y) delivery organizations in Canada.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The Digital Skills for Youth (DS4Y) program aims to bridge the gap between the demands of the Canadian digital economy and the need for career-oriented experiences among post-graduate students. It does so by funding practical and impactful digital projects through various delivery organizations.
- Providing organizations with interns specialized in digital skills to address specific technological challenges.
- Creating new digital tools that contribute to the growth and efficiency of businesses.
- Offering continuous learning opportunities through technology-focused training programs.
- Supporting the development of digital infrastructure within organizations.
- Promoting innovative digital projects that engage communities and enhance public resources.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is facilitated through various delivery organizations across Canada. The eligible geographical areas are determined by the locations of these organizations.
- Organizations associated with BioTalent located in Canada.
- Entities linked with Communautique situated in Canada.
- Groups allied with Environmental Careers Organization Canada across Canada.
- Members of the Independent Media Arts Alliance in Canada.
- Participants connected with Lighthouse Labs within Canada.
- Associations with Make A Change Canada across Canadian provinces.
- Affiliates of Memorial University of Newfoundland in Canada.
- Entities associated with PEI Cultural Human Resources Sector Council in Prince Edward Island.
- Organizations working with Pinnguaq Association across Canadian locations.
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
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Internships are aimed at enhancing the digital skills of youth participants.
- The program is intended to integrate participants into the digital economy, focusing on growth and development in relevant fields.
- Partnerships with participating delivery organizations play a crucial role in the success of the internships.
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