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Get Youth Working Program

British Columbia youth wage subsidy
Bowman Employment Services
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada

Overview

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

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Youth (<40)

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Eligibility

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).

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.

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.

What is the Get Youth Working Program?

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

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.

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

You can contact Bowman Employment Services.

Where is the Get Youth Working Program available?

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

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

Get Youth Working Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

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

Get Youth Working Program is funded by Bowman Employment Services

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