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Job Opportunity for Youth Grant
Support youth employment through nonprofit projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 15, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $5,000 to support charitable and not-for-profit organizations completing specific projects that directly benefit their organization. Funding supports creating student employment opportunities that build employability skills and connections with employers.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Organization-specific projects that directly benefit a charitable or not-for-profit organization while providing a student job placement
- Work placements that help youth learn about charitable and not-for-profit organizations
- Employment opportunities that develop youth skills for future employability
- Mentoring-based roles that support youth through sharing skills, knowledge, and professional services
- Roles that connect youth to meaningful economic opportunities and employer networks
Documents Needed
- Grant Applicant Vetting Form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
- Student wages (based on minimum wage)
Eligible geographic areas
- Trent Hills (Ontario)
Additional information
- Employment opportunities supported by the program take place between May and August.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Job Opportunity for Youth Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Job Opportunity for Youth Grant. 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 Job Opportunity for Youth Grant?
This program provides up to $5,000 to support charitable and not-for-profit organizations completing specific projects that directly benefit their organization. Funding supports creating student employment opportunities that build employability skills and connections with employers.
How much funding can be received?
Job Opportunity for Youth Grant Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Job Opportunity for Youth Grant program?
To be eligible for the Job Opportunity for Youth Grant program, you must:
Charitable or not-for-profit organization
Project benefits the organization
Includes a youth employment position
What expenses are eligible under Job Opportunity for Youth Grant?
Organization-specific projects that directly benefit a charitable or not-for-profit organization while providing a student job placement
Work placements that help youth learn about charitable and not-for-profit organizations
Employment opportunities that develop youth skills for future employability
Mentoring-based roles that support youth through sharing skills, knowledge, and professional services
Roles that connect youth to meaningful economic opportunities and employer networks
Who can I contact for more information about the Job Opportunity for Youth Grant?
You can contact Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland or by phone at 705-653-2005.
Where is the Job Opportunity for Youth Grant available?
The Job Opportunity for Youth Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Job Opportunity for Youth Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Job Opportunity for Youth Grant is a Grant and Funding
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