Options Youth Subsidy Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was April 1, 2024.

Q: Is the Options Youth Subsidy Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Options Youth Subsidy Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Options Youth Subsidy Program?

Options Youth Subsidy Program is funded by Saint Mary's University (SMU)

Q: Who is eligible for the Options Youth Subsidy Program program?

Eligibility criteria are not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Options Youth Subsidy Program?

You can contact Saint Mary's University (SMU).

Q: Where is the Options Youth Subsidy Program available?

The Options Youth Subsidy Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Options Youth Subsidy Program program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Options Youth Subsidy Program program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NS, Canada

Wage subsidy for hiring young workers in N.S.

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2024
Closing date : April 1, 2024

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Saint Mary's University

Program status

Closed

Overview

If you hire a young person between the ages of 15 and 30 who is facing certain employment barriers, you could get a wage subsidy of $7.5 per hour based on a 35-hour work week for a period of 15 weeks.

Activities funded

Engagement in self-guided virtual training sessions covering essential employability skills.
Completion of courses on problem-solving techniques tailored for workplace readiness.
Participation in job search training to improve application and interview skills.
Enrollment in financial literacy programs to manage personal finances effectively.
Development of interpersonal skills necessary for professional success.
Access to ongoing mentorship and support throughout the training period.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 7,875

Digital Marketing Training for Young Entrepreneurs

$ 7,875

IT Skills Training for Youth

$ 7,875

Green Energy Internship for Youth

$ 7,875

Culinary Skills Development for Youth

$ 7,875

Graphic Design Training for Youth

$ 7,875

Agricultural Skills Training for Youth

Eligibility

Must be a youth participant in Canada
Available for virtual and self-guided training
Training must be completed before March 31, 2024

Who is eligible?

Eligible types of companies for this grant include Canadian businesses looking to hire at-risk youth and provide gainful employment opportunities. Companies must be willing to mentor and support youth through the program.

Canadian businesses actively seeking to hire and train at-risk youth.
Companies committed to providing mentorship and support to youth participants.

Eligible expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant.

Personal and professional skills training courses
Employability Skills Training
Training materials required for the courses
Any related expenses for completing the virtual training

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:

Applicants must be at-risk youth in Canada.
Participants must complete ten self-guided courses before March 31, 2024.
Continuous support and mentorship are provided throughout the training.

How to apply

Visit the Options Youth website

Fill out the application form online

Select and complete ten training courses from the platform by March 31, 2024

Receive continuous support and mentorship during the training sessions

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Options Youth Subsidy Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Options Youth Subsidy 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 Options Youth Subsidy Program?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Options Youth Subsidy Program?

The grant focuses on enhancing the employability of at-risk youth through comprehensive skills training. It empowers participants by offering them the opportunity to complete self-guided courses that help develop key personal and professional skills. Engagement in self-guided virtual training sessions covering essential employability skills. Completion of courses on problem-solving techniques tailored for workplace readiness. Participation in job search training to improve application and interview skills. Enrollment in financial literacy programs to manage personal finances effectively. Development of interpersonal skills necessary for professional success. Access to ongoing mentorship and support throughout the training period.