How much funding can be received?

The Student Summer Skills Incentive grant provides wage subsidies to eligible non-profit organizations to help them hire post-secondary students for summer positions. The financing modalities are designed to support both standard and Work Integrated Learning programs.

Wage subsidy of $10.50 per hour for standard positions, and $11.50 per hour if the hired student is part of a designated diversity group.
The subsidy covers up to 525 hours of work per student during the summer term.
For Work Integrated Learning (Co-op) positions, the wage subsidy increases by an additional $1 per hour above the regular subsidy rate, conditional on paying at least $1 above the minimum wage.

grant_single_labels|projects

The Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILL) grant is designed to provide wage assistance to non-profit organizations that hire post-secondary students for summer employment. The program supports various activities, primarily revolving around student employment in roles that align with their field of study, thereby enhancing skill development and career-related experience.

Hiring students for summer employment related to their area of study such as IT, marketing, or historical research.
Engaging students in work-integrated learning opportunities like co-ops or internships that provide academic credit.
Offering summer positions that help develop skills and experience in non-profit, charity, or social enterprise sectors.

grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 15,120

Hire nursing students for a summer program providing health education to underserved communities

$ 12,600

Engage students to organize and run summer camps focused on STEM education for kids

$ 5,040

Hire students to assist in the digitization of historical records at the local museum

$ 7,560

Employ design students to create educational materials for a local wildlife preservation group

$ 10,080

Hire IT students to develop a mobile app for community service coordination

$ 10,080

Hire students to support urban agriculture initiatives and community gardening projects

grant_single_labels|admissibility

To be eligible for the Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILL), organizations must meet specific criteria.

Be a not-for-profit organization registered as a charity or active society with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies.
Plan to hire a university or college student for 8-14 weeks between April and August.
Pay their summer student-employee minimum wage or more (plus vacation pay) for at least 240 hours during their work term.
Not receive funding from any other government employment program for the same position.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

The Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILL) program is intended for registered non-profit organizations, charities, and social enterprises in Canada. Eligible organizations must be registered as a charity or be an active society with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies. They should plan to hire a university or college student for 8-14 weeks between April and August and pay the student at least minimum wage plus vacation pay for full-time work. Additionally, the organization must not be receiving funding from any other government employment program for the same position. For those hiring students in Co-op or Work-Integrated Learning programs, the work term must also meet the educational requirements of the student's program.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

This grant is specifically for non-profit organizations that hire post-secondary students for summer jobs. Consequently, certain types of organizations are not eligible to apply due to their business structure or funding sources.

For-profit companies of any kind.
Organizations not registered as a charity or active society with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies.
Organizations receiving funding from other government employment programs for the same position.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The SKILL grant supports activities that provide meaningful summer employment opportunities for post-secondary students within non-profit organizations. The eligible projects focus on hiring students to perform specific tasks that align with their field of study and enhance their career-related skills.

Hiring a Computer Science student to develop or enhance a website for the organization.
Engaging a Business student in marketing and promotional activities to boost organizational outreach.
Employing a History major for research projects connected to historical documentation or museum exhibits.
Offering positions in Co-op or other Work-Integrated Learning programs to provide academic credit and practical experience.
Contributing to social enterprises by engaging students in roles that support community development and services.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

This grant is directed by the Labour, Skills and Immigration department of Nova Scotia, indicating specific regional relevance to this Canadian province. Therefore, eligible geographical areas include units registered within Nova Scotia.

Organizations registered as a charity or active society within Nova Scotia.

grant_single_labels|criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.

Employers must be a not-for-profit organization registered as a charity or active society with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies.
The organization must plan to hire a university or college student for 8-14 weeks between April and August.
The employer must pay their summer student-employee minimum wage or more for full-time work (at least 240 hours during their work term).
The organization should not be receiving funding from any other government employment program for the same position.

grant_single_labels|register

Step 1: Access the Application Portal
- Create a LaMPSS Account or log in if you already have one.
Step 2: Prepare Required Information
- Ensure you have your charity number or active Society Act number ready.
- Describe your organization and detail the position(s) you wish to fill, including a breakdown of time spent on various tasks.
- Review program guidelines for any additional required descriptions or documents.
Step 3: Application Completion
- Fill in the application online, ensuring all sections are completed as per the program guidelines.
- If applying for positions in more than one county, complete a separate application for each.
Step 4: Special Considerations for Work-Integrated Learning
- If hiring a Co-op student, ensure you select "SKILL/Co-op" as the position type.
- Provide written confirmation from the educational program representative about course credit eligibility, if applicable.
Step 5: Submit Application
- Carefully review all entered information and documents uploaded in your application for accuracy.
- Submit the completed application online before the deadline.
Step 6: Post-Submission
- Retain a copy of your submission confirmation for your records.
- If needed, contact Labour, Skills, and Immigration for any inquiries using the provided contact details.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The wage subsidy rate increases by $1 for co-op or Work-Integrated Learning positions where the student earns course credits.
Employers must submit written confirmation from an educational program representative if hiring a co-op or Work-Integrated Learning student.
The subsidy applies for up to 525 hours of student work during the employment term.
Separate applications are required for hiring students in different counties.
Contact information for queries is available, including a phone number and email.