
Get Youth Working Program
At a glance
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Overview
Receive a negotiated Wage Subsidy through the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Development agreement when you hire eligible youth aged 16-29.
Activities funded
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
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
Receive Wage Subsidy
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.
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