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Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) — Youth Internships — Not-for-Profit
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Tax credit for R&D
Grant and Funding
Overview
Get up to $35,000 to cover up to 90% of the eligible costs of hiring a recent graduate for up to 18 months.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Improve employee retention
- Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 35,000
Developing an agricultural innovation hub
$ 35,000
Research and development of sustainable packaging solutions for Toronto
$ 34,200
Creating a skills training program for IT professionals
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a not-for-profit organization, Indigenous (First Nation/Métis/Inuit) community or organization, or a municipality or municipal organization.
- Both the organization and the youth intern must be located in Northern Ontario.
- The project must include a work plan and mentoring or supervisory arrangements for the intern.
- The applicant must have a demonstrated post-internship retention plan and provide networking opportunities for the intern.
- The recruitment, interview, and hiring process for the internship must be fair and transparent.
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, Inuit) communities and organizations
- Municipalities and municipal organizations
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses (as this program is only open to not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous communities/organizations, and municipalities).
Eligible expenses
- Salary expenses for the youth intern in a full-time position.
- Employee benefit expenses related to the youth intern.
- Ancillary costs such as equipment necessary for the intern.
- Training expenses for the youth intern.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations located in Northern Ontario.
Selection criteria
- Assessment of the business case and financial projections.
- Review of the applicant’s past results.
- Identification of any issues that may impact the project’s success.
- Funding availability at the time of application.
How to apply
1
Preliminary Assessment
- Review the eligibility criteria to ensure the applicant meets all requirements.
- Identify the specific program under FedNor that aligns with your project goals.
2
Registration
- Register on the FedNor website to access the application forms and guidelines.
- Provide basic organizational details to set up your profile.
3
Prepare Application
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal detailing the project scope, objectives, and benefits.
- Gather necessary supporting documents such as financial statements, business plans, and letters of support.
- Prepare a detailed budget outlining projected costs and funding requirements.
4
Submit Application
- Log in to the online portal using your registration details.
- Upload the completed application form and all supporting documents.
- Review the application to correct any errors or omissions.
- Submit the application before the specified deadline.
5
Acknowledgement
- Receive an email confirmation acknowledging receipt of your application.
- Keep the confirmation email and any reference numbers for future correspondence.
6
Follow-Up
- Be prepared to provide additional information if requested by FedNor during the assessment process.
- Monitor your emails and the portal for updates regarding the application status.
Additional information
- Due to high demand, current budget availability is limited and early contact with a program officer is strongly recommended.
- Internship candidates must not be related to directors, officers, or managers of the applying organization.
- A fair and transparent recruitment and hiring process is required for all internships under this program.
- Endorsement from a relevant or regulatory body, including union concurrence if applicable, is required for project approval.
