grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDate January 9, 2024
  • grant_single|closingDate February 9, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Educational services
grant_single|grantors
  • Indigenous Services Canada
  • Government of Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|closed

grant_single_labels|preview

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

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

The First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program provides funding to support the employment and training of eligible First Nations and Inuit youth. The financing modalities are designed to assist in covering wage costs for mentored work experiences among other activities.
  • Not-for-profit organizations may receive funding to cover up to 100% of wage costs and mandatory employment-related costs.
  • Private sector employers may be eligible to receive funding to cover up to 50% of wage costs and mandatory employment-related costs.

grant_single_labels|projects

The First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program supports initiatives to help youth gain essential employment skills and explore various career paths. The eligible activities include hands-on experiences and educational opportunities in different fields.
  • Career promotion activities to expose youth to various career options.
  • Science and technology activities aimed at engaging youth in these fields.
  • Co-operative education placements for students in grades 7 to 12.
  • Internships and mentored work placements to provide on-the-job experience.
  • Provision of wage subsidies for mentored work opportunities.
  • Supporting school-based work and study opportunities such as cooperative education.
  • National science camps that allow Indigenous students to explore science and technology through interactive sessions.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 120,000

Providing mentored internships for First Nations youth in the tech industry

$ 85,000

Co-operative placements for First Nations youth in urban planning

$ 70,000

Mentored work placements for First Nations youth in culinary arts

$ 95,000

Co-operative education placements in renewable energy for Inuit youth

$ 80,000

Career promotion program for First Nations youth interested in healthcare careers

$ 65,000

Science and technology workshops for Inuit youth

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
  • The applicant must be a First Nations or Inuit government or organization, a First Nations school or federal school on reserve, a not-for-profit association, or a private sector employer.
  • Not-for-profit organizations may be eligible for funding to cover up to 100% of wage costs and mandatory employment-related costs.
  • Private sector employers may be eligible to receive funding to cover up to 50% of wage costs and mandatory employment-related costs.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

The First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program accepts applications from a variety of entities committed to providing employment and skill-building 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.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program focuses on helping youth develop employability skills and explore career opportunities. Eligible activities are designed to enhance skills through practical experiences and educational programs.
  • Career promotion initiatives to showcase various job and career options to youth.
  • Science and technology activities that expose youth to these fields and encourage career consideration.
  • Co-operative education placements for students in grades 7 to 12, offering school-based work experiences.
  • Internships and mentored work placements for youth who are not in school or are unemployed/underemployed.
  • Provision of wage subsidies for mentored work experiences to help youth acquire practical skills.

grant_single_labels|criteria

Evaluation and selection criteria for the First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program grant involve assessing the applicant's ability to meet program objectives through outlined activities, ensuring the assistance is provided only to eligible participants, and providing a detailed estimate of eligible costs. Proposals are reviewed and approved by Indigenous Services Canada Regional offices or First Nations or Inuit organizations managing the program for their member communities.
  • Meet the National First Nations and Inuit Youth Employment Strategy Skills Link Program guidelines
  • Be gender-balanced
  • Outline the activities to be undertaken and explain how they will meet the program's objectives
  • Outline the results to be achieved by the project
  • Demonstrate that the activities will provide assistance only to eligible participants
  • Provide an estimate of eligible costs, including those assumed by partners

grant_single_labels|apply

1
Accessing the Application Form
  • If you have access, open a session on the ISC services portal to access the proposal form.
  • First Nations organizations in British Columbia must apply through the First Nations Education Steering Committee.
  • If you do not have access to the portal, contact your ISC Regional office or email pse-eps@sac-isc.gc.ca for assistance.
2
Prepare Your Proposal
  • Ensure that your proposal meets the National First Nations and Inuit Youth Employment Strategy Skills Link Program guidelines.
  • Make sure the proposal is gender-balanced and outlines the activities to be undertaken.
  • Clearly explain how the activities will meet the program's objectives and outline the results to be achieved.
  • Include a demonstration that the activities will provide assistance only to eligible participants.
  • Provide a detailed estimate of eligible costs, including those assumed by partners.
3
Submit Your Proposal
  • Submit the detailed proposal electronically via the ISC services portal if you have an account.
  • If submitting through the First Nations Education Steering Committee in British Columbia, follow their specific instructions for submission.
  • Ensure the proposal is submitted before the deadline.
4
Follow-up Post-Submission
  • After submission, approved proposals will be reviewed by the ISC Regional office or the managing First Nations or Inuit organization.
  • Await further communication regarding the status of your proposal.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

Additional information relevant to the grant applicant includes:
  • Mentored work placements are intended for youth who are not in school or who are unemployed or underemployed.
  • Co-operative education placements are available for students in grades 7 to 12 or secondary 1 to 5.
  • Youth may participate in activities promoting careers and science and technology even if they are younger than 15 years of age.
  • Proposal evaluation and approval are conducted by the Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) Regional office or the First Nations or Inuit organization managing the program.
  • Applicants can contact their ISC Regional office or email the specified email address for more information regarding applications.

grant_single_labels|contact

pse-eps@sac-isc.gc.ca

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