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Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program
Funding for supervised summer student jobs
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,741
Timeline
- Closing date : January 8, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $3,741 per position to support summer student employment. It funds meaningful placements in tourism, culture, sport, and recreation for eligible organizations in Ontario.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Enhance an existing program
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,741 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 8, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Rural / Remote communities
- Artists / creatives
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Summer student jobs in tourism, culture, sport, and recreation
- Work supporting service delivery, programming, marketing, or sector development
- Supervised placements that build transferable skills
Documents Needed
- Letters patent proving incorporation, for not-for-profit applicants
- Proof of commercial general liability insurance
- Proof of WSIB coverage or equivalent coverage
- Proof of student enrolment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Municipalities
- Indigenous organizations
- First Nation communities
Eligible expenses
- Wages for the summer student position
- Employer-paid costs needed to cover the position beyond the funded amount
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Relocation expenses
- Costs for employment beyond the funded contract period
- Hiring that displaces regular or contract employees
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are checked for completeness and eligibility after submission
- Complete applications are reviewed against program criteria by ministry staff
- Successful applicants receive a confirmation letter from the Ministry
- Applicants must agree to the terms and conditions if funded
Additional information
- First-time applicants should contact their Regional Development Advisor before applying.
- Applications must be submitted through Transfer Payment Ontario.
- The program is highly competitive and funding is not guaranteed.
- Successful applicants will receive one payment instalment.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) 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 Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program?
This program provides up to $3,741 per position to support summer student employment. It funds meaningful placements in tourism, culture, sport, and recreation for eligible organizations in Ontario.
How much funding can be received?
Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program Funds up to $3,741 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program program?
To be eligible for the Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program program, you must:
Eligible incorporated organizations only
Project must support key sectors
Insurance and WSIB required
What expenses are eligible under Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program?
Summer student jobs in tourism, culture, sport, and recreation
Work supporting service delivery, programming, marketing, or sector development
Supervised placements that build transferable skills
Who can I contact for more information about the Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program?
You can contact Government of Ontario (ON) by email at CommunitySEO@ontario.ca or by phone at (416) 325-6691.
Where is the Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program available?
The Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program is a Grant and Funding