FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+)

Q: How much funding can be received?

FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) Funds up to 7000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+)?

FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) is funded by Food Processing Skills Canada (FPSC)

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+)?

You can contact Food Processing Skills Canada (FPSC).

Q: Where is the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) available?

The FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) program is available across Canada.

Q: Are women eligible for the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) program?

Yes, women are eligible to apply for the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) program.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Employers receive wage subsidy for hiring students in industry

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $7,000

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The Food Processing Skills Canada's Student Work Placement Program+ offers up to $7,000 in funding to support employers in the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry with hiring post-secondary students. The program aims to connect students with employers to facilitate workplace integrated learning, aiding in career development and business growth.

Financing terms and conditions

The Student Work Placement Program+ (SWPP+) offers financial support to employers within the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry, facilitating the hiring of post-secondary students through wage subsidies.

Funding of up to $7,000 in wage subsidies per student placement.

Activities funded

The Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) by Food Processing Skills Canada supports workplace integrated learning opportunities within the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry. It facilitates the connection between post-secondary students and employers to enhance career growth and skills development.

Offering job postings to hire students from colleges and universities.
Providing wage subsidies up to $7,000 for hiring students.
Promoting workplace integrated learning experiences for students.
Facilitating skill development pathways from education to professional practice.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 75,000

Launch a new organic farm-to-table restaurant

$ 30,000

Develop online platform for art therapy workshops

$ 45,000

Expand a cooperative to include ethical fashion line

$ 40,000

Create a platform for local craftspeople and artisans

$ 25,000

Digital storytelling project for Indigenous youth

$ 60,000

Install sustainable energy systems in community buildings

Eligibility

Eligibility for the Student Work Placement Program+ grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's industry and hiring objectives.

The applicant must be an employer in the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry.
The employer must be looking to hire students from colleges or universities for workplace integrated learning opportunities.

Who is eligible?

This program is available to employers in the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry looking to hire post-secondary students. The program supports student placements for all educational disciplines, encouraging collaboration between employers and a diverse pool of students from food science, business, engineering, and quality assurance sectors. Specific demographic groups are prioritized to promote diversity and inclusion, including women in STEM, first-year students, recent immigrants within the last five years, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. The program helps employers connect with colleges, universities, community agencies, and industry associations.

Eligible expenses

The grant supports expenses related to hiring post-secondary students within the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Wage subsidies for hiring post-secondary students.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is open to employers in the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry to facilitate student work placements. It aims to connect students from various educational backgrounds with businesses nationwide.

Employers across Canada in the food and beverage manufacturing sector.

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are designed to ensure effective matching of students with employers in the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Alignment with demographic focus areas such as Women in STEM, First-year students, recent immigrants, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Potential for fostering diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
Contribution to bridging the gap between education and career pathways through workplace integrated learning.
The capability of the employer to provide a meaningful work experience relevant to the student's field of study.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for the Student Work Placement Program+ by Food Processing Skills Canada:

Workplace integrated learning (WIL) is a central component of the program to facilitate business development relationships and career pathways.
Diversity and inclusion are emphasized, with focused efforts on integrating women in STEM, first-year students, recent immigrants, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
This program aims to encourage students to return for full-time employment post-graduation, enhancing long-term workforce retention.
Collaborative efforts involve colleges, universities, employers, community agencies, and industry associations to boost skilled talent attraction in Canada's food and beverage manufacturing industry.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+). 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 FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+)?

How much funding can be received?

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+)?

Who is eligible for the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) program?

To be eligible for the FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+) program, you must: Employers must operate within the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry. Employers should be looking to hire post-secondary students from colleges and universities. The program encourages the hiring of students from specific demographic groups such as women in STEM, first-year students, recent immigrants, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.