Get Youth Working Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Get Youth Working Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Get Youth Working Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Get Youth Working Program?

Get Youth Working Program is funded by Bowman Employment Services

Q: Who is eligible for the Get Youth Working Program program?

To be eligible for the Get Youth Working Program program, you must: • The business must have been in operation for at least one year. • The business must be in good standing with WorkSafeBC. • Youths employed must be aged 16 to 29 for a minimum of 3 months, with preference for positions lasting over 6 months.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Get Youth Working Program?

You can contact Bowman Employment Services.

Q: Where is the Get Youth Working Program available?

The Get Youth Working Program program is available the province of British Columbia.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Get Youth Working Program program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Get Youth Working Program program.

Last Update: October 24, 2025

BC, Canada

British Columbia youth wage subsidy

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Bowman Employment Services

Program status

Open

Overview

Receive a negotiated Wage Subsidy through the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Development agreement when you hire eligible youth aged 16-29.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 60,000

Launch a community recycling program by training and hiring four eligible youths

$ 67,500

Boost art program capabilities by hiring and training young artists to utilize digital tools and techniques

$ 105,000

Expand agricultural operations by hiring and training eligible youths on modern farming techniques

$ 75,000

Enhance customer support by hiring and providing external training to eligible youths

$ 120,000

Launch an innovative tech start-up by hiring young tech enthusiasts and providing them with specialized training

$ 90,000

Develop a digital marketing strategy by hiring and training three eligible youths

Eligibility

Eligibility for the Get Youth Working! Program is determined by specific requirements related to the employer's business and the proposed employment position.

The business must have been in operation for at least one year.
The business must be in good standing with WorkSafeBC.
The position must employ youth aged 16 to 29 for a minimum of 3 months, with preference given to positions lasting over 6 months (non-seasonal employment).
The employer will not qualify if the employee is hired prior to signing the Get Youth Working Funding Agreement with Bowman Employment Services Inc.

Who is eligible?

Employers in British Columbia, Canada can apply for the Get Youth Working! Program. To be eligible, employers must have been operating for at least one year, be in good standing with WorkSafeBC, and offer employment opportunities for youth aged 16 to 29. The employment should last a minimum of three months, with preference given to positions longer than six months that are non-seasonal. Employers must not have hired the youth prior to signing the funding agreement with Bowman Employment Services Inc.

Who is not eligible

There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.

Youth must be aged 16 to 29
In operation for at least one year
In good standing with WorkSafeBC
Must employ youth for a minimum of 3 months with preference given to long-term positions over 6 months (non-seasonal employment)
Employers will NOT qualify if employee is hired prior to signing Get Youth Working Funding Agreement between Employer and Bowman Employment Services Inc.

Eligible expenses

The Get Youth Working! Program is designed to incentivize employers to hire and train youth by offering a Wage Subsidy. The program aims to make hiring youth aged 16 to 29 more accessible for businesses, supporting both short-term and potentially long-term employment opportunities.

Providing on-the-job training opportunities for youth.
Supporting external training activities for hired youth.
Offering long-term employment options for young individuals.
Reducing employment costs for businesses through wage subsidies.

Eligible geographic areas

This program is open to companies operating within a specific geographical area. Employers based in British Columbia are eligible to apply for the grant.

Businesses located in British Columbia (BC).

Selection criteria

For the Get Youth Working! Program in Canada, the evaluation and selection criteria include the following:

Employers must be in operation for at least one year.
Employers must be in good standing with WorkSafeBC.
Youth must be aged 16 to 29.
The employment opportunity must be for a minimum of 3 months, with preference for long-term positions.
Employers will not qualify if the employee is hired before signing the Get Youth Working Funding Agreement.

How to apply

Recruit a Youth

Conduct your own recruiting process to find an eligible youth aged 16 to 29.

Complete the Employer Application

Visit the Get Youth Working! Program website.
Access the online Employer Application form.
Fill out the application form with your business details and job posting information.

Submit the Application Online

Submit the completed application form through the online platform.
Ensure all details are accurate before submission.

Await Approval

Wait for the program administrators to review your application.
Receive notification of approval if you and the proposed hire meet the program criteria.

Sign Funding Agreement

If approved, enter into a Get Youth Working Funding Agreement with Bowman Employment Services Inc.
Ensure that the Agreement is signed before the youth starts employment.

Complete Work Experience

Employ the youth for at least three months, with preference for long-term positions over six months.

Receive Wage Subsidy

Upon completion of the three-month work experience, the negotiated Wage Subsidy will be disbursed to you.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The program is noted for being user-friendly with a supportive staff, which may ease the administrative burden on employers.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Get Youth Working Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Get Youth Working Program. 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.