grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Information and cultural industries
grant_single|grantors
  • Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Get a wage subsidy to cover up to 70% of the costs of a work term placement with a maximum of $7,000 that provides post-secondary students with a position that is digital/technology immersive and that uses technology either entirely or in some capacity.

grant_single_labels|projects

There are eligible projects for this grant.
  • Participating in ICTC's Work Integrated Learning Program to provide meaningful work opportunities for post-secondary students
  • Hiring post-secondary students to support Canadian businesses within the Digital Economy
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$7,000

Toronto
Develop a mobile app to monitor mental health utilizing advanced analytics.

$7,000

Vancouver
Create an online platform to connect local farmers directly with consumers.

$7,000

Montreal
Implement an AI-based customer service chatbot for an e-commerce platform.

$7,000

Calgary
Develop a sustainable energy management system for residential buildings.

$7,000

Ottawa
Create a digital archive for a local history museum's collection.

$7,000

Halifax
Develop an inventory management system for small retail businesses.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility criteria for the WIL Digital program:
  • Wage subsidy of 50% up to $5,000 (or 70% up to $7,000 for underrepresented students)
  • “Net new” requirement is in effect
  • Post-secondary institutions are not eligible as employers
  • Applications must be created in the application portal prior to the student’s start date

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

There are eligible types of companies for the ICTC's WIL Digital grant:
  • Canadian businesses offering student work placements within the Digital Economy

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

Post-secondary institutions are not eligible to apply for the grant.
  • Post-secondary institutions

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The WIL Digital program provides wage subsidies for hiring post-secondary students. Eligible expenses for this grant may include:
  • Student salaries
  • Training and development costs
  • Supplies and materials related to the student's work
  • Workplace accommodations for students

grant_single_labels|criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
  • Applicants must provide a detailed description of the proposed work integrated learning opportunity.
  • The proposed opportunity should align with the goals of the Work Integrated Learning Program.
  • Employers must demonstrate how the placement will contribute to the student's development of foundational and business skills.
  • Priority may be given to opportunities that support underrepresented students in the workforce.

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Visit the ICTC website and navigate to the WIL Digital program application page.
  • Step 2: Click on the "Apply" button to start the application process.
  • Step 3: You will be redirected to the Survey Monkey log-in page.
  • Step 4: If you do not have a Survey Monkey account, you need to register to gain access to the assessment.
  • Step 5: Complete the application form with the required information and submit it for review.

grant_single_labels|documents

ICTC — Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Digital

Apply to this program