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Jobs for Youth Program
Summer wage support for student hiring
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Closing date : April 15, 2023
Location
Charlo, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
This program provides wage subsidy support for summer student jobs in Prince Edward Island. It helps employers hire eligible students for summer placements and supports experiential learning opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Closing date : April 15, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Charlo, Charlottetown
- Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Young adults
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Summer student employment placements.
- Experiential learning jobs related to a student’s field of study.
Documents Needed
- Business name and contact details
- PEI Corporate Registry number
- Business HST number
- CRA payroll number and Workers’ Compensation number
- Project and position details, including duties, duration, pay rate, and supervisor information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Private businesses
- Public sector organizations
Eligible expenses
- Wages for eligible student positions.
- Vacation pay related to eligible wages.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Employer contributions such as EI, CPP, and Workers’ Compensation premiums.
- Costs other than wages and vacation pay.
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward Island
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by SkillsPEI after submission.
- Approved projects require the appropriate signing authority.
- Project summaries and payroll records must be submitted within 30 days after completion.
- Any unused payment must be repaid.
Additional information
- Employers may apply to both student employment programs for different positions.
- Each program requires a separate application.
- Applications for 2026 are closed.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Jobs for Youth Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Jobs for Youth 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 Jobs for Youth Program?
This program provides wage subsidy support for summer student jobs in Prince Edward Island. It helps employers hire eligible students for summer placements and supports experiential learning opportunities.
How much funding can be received?
Jobs for Youth Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 15, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Jobs for Youth Program program?
To be eligible for the Jobs for Youth Program program, you must:
Employers hiring eligible summer students.
Projects with required signing authority.
Complete employer and job details.
What expenses are eligible under Jobs for Youth Program?
Summer student employment placements.
Experiential learning jobs related to a student’s field of study.
Who can I contact for more information about the Jobs for Youth Program?
You can contact Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) by email at skillspei@gov.pe.ca or by phone at 1-877-491-4766.
Where is the Jobs for Youth Program available?
The Jobs for Youth Program program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.