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First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector)

Funding to provide work skills to First Nations and Inuit youth
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : July 7, 2025
Location
Canada

Overview

Get a contribution to develop projects to help First Nations and Inuit youth acquire essential employment skills and learn about job and career options.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : July 7, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Primary and Secondary Education
  • Research
  • Employment and Training
  • Children and Youth Organizations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • Children & youth
  • Young adults
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Academia / students
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • National

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

The First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program is dedicated to empowering First Nations and Inuit youth by developing their employability skills and exposing them to various career pathways. This program supports an array of activities that enhance employment prospects through hands-on experiences and educational opportunities.

  • Career promotion activities to introduce youth to diverse job options.
  • Science and technology activities that engage youth with practical experiments and projects.
  • Co-operative education placements for students in grades 7 to 12 at federal or band-operated schools.
  • Internships that provide real-world work experience in various fields.
  • Mentored work placements offering supervised employment for youth who are not currently in school, unemployed, or underemployed.
  • National science camps encouraging Indigenous students to consider careers in science and technology.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Yes, there are eligible types of companies for the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program. The program eligible recipients include various organizations and employers that can provide employment opportunities for First Nations and Inuit youth.

  • First Nations and Inuit governments and organizations
  • First Nations schools or federal schools on reserve
  • Not-for-profit associations
  • Private sector employers

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include wage costs and mandatory employment-related costs. Not-for-profit organizations may receive up to 100% coverage, and private sector employers may receive up to 50% coverage for these costs.

  • Wage costs
  • Mandatory employment-related costs

Additional information

Here are some additional pieces of information about the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program:

  • Eligible participants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and aged 15 to 30 at the start of the program’s activities.
  • Mentored work placements are specifically for youth who are not in school or are unemployed or underemployed.
  • Co-operative education placements target students in grades 7 to 12 or secondary 1 to secondary 5.
  • Youth participating in activities promoting careers and science and technology may be younger than 15 years of age.
  • Recipients who have access to the ISC services portal can access the proposal form by opening a session on the portal.
  • Eligible recipients may provide employment opportunities directly to youth or collaborate with private sector and non-profit sector employers.
  • Not-for-profit organizations can receive funding to cover up to 100% of wage costs and mandatory employment-related costs.
  • Private sector employers can receive funding for up to 50% of wage costs and mandatory employment-related costs.
  • To learn more or apply, contact your ISC Regional office or email pse-eps@sac-isc.gc.ca.

Contacts

pse-eps@sac-isc.gc.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector). 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 First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector)?

Get a contribution to develop projects to help First Nations and Inuit youth acquire essential employment skills and learn about job and career options.

How much funding can be received?

First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector) Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector) program?

To be eligible for the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector) program, you must: Eligible applicants include First Nations and Inuit governments, organizations, and schools. Not-for-profit associations and private sector employers may apply. Organizations must provide opportunities for eligible First Nations and Inuit youth.

What expenses are eligible under First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector)?

The First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program is dedicated to empowering First Nations and Inuit youth by developing their employability skills and exposing them to various career pathways. This program supports an array of activities that enhance employment prospects through hands-on experiences and educational opportunities. Career promotion activities to introduce youth to diverse job options. Science and technology activities that engage youth with practical experiments and projects. Co-operative education placements for students in grades 7 to 12 at federal or band-operated schools. Internships that provide real-world work experience in various fields. Mentored work placements offering supervised employment for youth who are not currently in school, unemployed, or underemployed. National science camps encouraging Indigenous students to consider careers in science and technology.

Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector)?

You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at pse-eps@sac-isc.gc.ca.

Where is the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector) available?

The First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector) program is available across Canada.

Is the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector) is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

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