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First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program program?

To be eligible for the First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program program, you must: Supports First Nations or Inuit youth. Gender-balanced proposal required. Minimum 80 work hours per participant.

Q: What expenses are eligible under First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program?

Summer work experience opportunities for First Nations and Inuit secondary and post-secondary students Career-related employment placements for youth Labour market information and job-search support Research and innovative projects supporting youth employment readiness Land-based learning activities that promote culture and skill development

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program?

You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at pse-eps@sac-isc.gc.ca or by phone at none.

Q: Where is the First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program available?

The First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program program is available the province of British Columbia.

Q: Is the First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program is a Grant and Funding

Summer wage subsidies for Indigenous youth work experience

Government of Canada

Last Update: April 9, 2026

Funding available

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : March 6, 2026

Location

British Columbia, Canada

Overview

This program offers wage subsidies for summer work experience for First Nations and Inuit youth. It supports career-related employment opportunities, employability skills, and education-related costs, with funding available up to 100% for non-profit organizations and 50% for private sector employers.

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Opportunity Score

Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop strategic partnerships
Enhance an existing program
Conduct research and development activities

Eligible Funding

Up to 100% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : March 6, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Educational services

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business

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
Higher Education
Other Education
Employment and Training
Children and Youth Organizations

Target groups

Young adults
Indigenous peoples

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

National

Next steps

Determine your project

Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

Summer work experience opportunities for First Nations and Inuit secondary and post-secondary students
Career-related employment placements for youth
Labour market information and job-search support
Research and innovative projects supporting youth employment readiness
Land-based learning activities that promote culture and skill development

Documents Needed

Detailed project proposal
Activity description and expected results
Estimated eligible costs
Proposal form submitted through ISC portal

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

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

Eligible expenses

Participant wages and mandatory employment-related costs
Work-placement costs such as criminal record checks, uniforms, and protective gear
Special equipment and facilities for participants with disabilities
Administration costs, within the program limit

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Office infrastructure or equipment purchases, such as computers and software
Land or building purchases
Construction of buildings, except small repairs or renovations for accessibility

Eligible geographic areas

Canada
British Columbia applicants must apply through the First Nations Education Steering Committee

Processing and Agreement

Proposals are reviewed and approved by ISC regional or national offices, or by the First Nations or Inuit organization managing the program.
A written response is sent to applicants confirming approval or non-approval for funding.
Approved projects are subject to the signed funding agreement.
Reporting and monitoring requirements continue after approval.

Additional information

Funding is limited and not all eligible projects are funded.
Applicants may receive less than the amount requested.
Proposals were reviewed by ISC regional or national offices, or by the First Nations or Inuit organization managing the program.
First Nations organizations in British Columbia must apply through the First Nations Education Steering Committee.

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