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Northern Ontario Development Program — Youth Internships — Private Sector
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Money for SMEs to hire graduates in Northern Ontario
Wage Subsidies And Interns
Overview
Get up to $35,000 to cover up to 50% of the eligible costs of hiring a recent graduate for a full-time position of up to 1 year.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Activities funded
- Creation of internship positions for young graduates within companies, indigenous organizations, municipalities, or nonprofit organizations located in Northern Ontario.
- Implementation of supervised internship programs offering networking opportunities and professional guidance to youth in Northern Ontario.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 26,500
Employ a recent graduate to assist in developing a new community outreach program
$ 27,250
Hire a recent graduate to assist in archival research and database management
$ 32,500
Employ a recent graduate to support a new export market research initiative
$ 29,750
Hire a recent graduate to manage a social media marketing campaign
$ 32,500
Hire a junior software developer for developing a new mobile application
$ 35,000
Hire a junior mechanical engineer for a new product development project
Eligibility
- The applicant must be either an Indigenous business or organization (First Nations/Metis/Inuit), a municipality or a municipal organization, or a non-profit organization located in Northern Ontario.
- The organization and the young intern must be located in Northern Ontario.
- A work plan as well as mentoring or supervision arrangements must be in place.
- The organization must demonstrate networking opportunities for the intern and present a plan for maintaining employment after the internship.
- The recruitment, interview, and hiring processes used must be fair and transparent.
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include:
- Labor costs directly related to the project
- Costs for equipment and materials necessary for project implementation
- Professional services fees for specialized expertise
Eligible geographic areas
- Northern Ontario
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants are evaluated based on the criteria listed below:
- Relevance to FedNor priorities and objectives
- Economic benefits to Northern Ontario
- Sustainability of the project
- Capability and experience of the applicant
- Value for money
How to apply
1
Preliminary Research
- Review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria on the FedNor official website.
- Determine the alignment of your project with FedNor's priorities and objectives.
2
Register for Access
- Create an account on the FedNor online application portal.
- Ensure your contact information is accurate and up-to-date.
3
Gather Required Documentation
- Prepare detailed project proposals including objectives, methodologies, and expected outcomes.
- Compile necessary supporting documents such as timelines, detailed budgets, and letters of support.
4
Complete the Application
- Log into the FedNor portal to fill out the application form.
- Attach all required documents to your online application.
- Thoroughly review your application for completeness and accuracy before submission.
5
Submit Application
- Submit your completed application through the FedNor online portal.
- Ensure submission is done before the specified deadline date.
6
Receive Confirmation
- Receive an acknowledgment email confirming receipt of your application.
- Keep the confirmation email and reference number for your records.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The organization ensures that both English and French language services are provided in accordance with Canadian federal requirements.
- It is advised to check for the most current terms and conditions related to the grant before application submission, as these can be updated.
