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Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) — Youth Internships — Not-for-Profit

Q: What are Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) — Youth Internships — Not-for-Profit's eligibility criterias?

No relevant eligibility criteria for for-profit businesses; funding for youth internships for for-profit organizations is administered separately by Community Futures Development Corporations in Northern Ontario.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

ON, Canada

Tax credit for R&D

Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) — Youth Internships — Not-for-Profit at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Government of Canada

Program status

Open

Overview of the Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) — Youth Internships — Not-for-Profit program

Get up to $35,000 to cover up to 90% of the eligible costs of hiring a recent graduate for up to 18 months.

Financing terms and conditions

Contribution of up to 90% of eligible salary and employee benefit expenses, to a maximum of $35,000 annually for up to 18 months (maximum total of $52,500 per internship).
Contribution of up to 90% of eligible ancillary costs, to a maximum of $5,000 (such as equipment and training).
Total maximum contribution per internship is $57,500 including salary, benefits, and ancillary costs.

Eligible projects & activities

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 criteria of the Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) — Youth Internships — Not-for-Profit program

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.

Eligibility criteria of the Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) — Youth Internships — Not-for-Profit program

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 to the Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) — Youth Internships — Not-for-Profit program

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.

Registration

Register on the FedNor website to access the application forms and guidelines.
Provide basic organizational details to set up your profile.

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.

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.

Acknowledgement

Receive an email confirmation acknowledging receipt of your application.
Keep the confirmation email and any reference numbers for future correspondence.

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.

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