How much funding can be received?

<p>Get a wage subsidy of up to $7,000/student to cover up to 70% of your costs when you hire post-secondary students on work-integrated learning (WIL) placements in your business or not-for-profit organization.</p>

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

The Talent Opportunities Program provides wage subsidies to support work-integrated learning placements for post-secondary students across Canada. The financing modalities are structured to incentivize the hiring of students, particularly from under-represented groups.

Wage subsidy of up to 50% of the wages, to a maximum of $5,000, for each 'net new' placement.
An enhanced subsidy of up to 70% of wages, up to $7,000, is available for 'net new' placements from under-represented groups, such as Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, newcomers to Canada, first-year students, visible minorities, and/or women in STEM.
Funding is limited and provided on a first-come, first-serve basis with a conditional approval and signed Recipient Agreement requirement.
Subsidies are available only for net new placements above the baseline number of students previously hired by the employer.
Applications may be placed on a waitlist if the designated funding pool is exhausted.

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The Talent Opportunities Program focuses on enhancing work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students across Canada. Eligible employers can benefit from wage subsidies by hosting students in work placements that contribute to experiential learning in their fields of study.

Providing cooperative education placements for post-secondary students.
Offering internships that align with students' academic programs.
Engaging students from under-represented groups in innovative work projects.
Facilitating remote work opportunities for students where applicable.

grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 7,000

Establishing a mentorship program for new immigrants in the tech industry

$ 7,000

Launch a community garden initiative to promote urban agriculture

$ 7,000

Implementing an educational recycling campaign in local schools

$ 6,300

Creating a digital archive for local historical documents and photographs

$ 7,000

Developing a mobile app for local farmers to sell produce directly to consumers

$ 7,000

Setting up a tutoring program for high school students in mathematics and science

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility for the Talent Opportunities Program is determined by specific criteria concerning the employer's profile and employment practices.

The employer must be a registered Canadian business or not-for-profit organization.
Employers can be located anywhere in Canada and operate in any industry sector.
Employers must hire post-secondary students on work-integrated learning (WIL) placements, such as cooperative education and internships.
The placement must be 'net new,' meaning it exceeds the number of students hired in the fiscal year prior to first receiving SWPP funding.
Remote work arrangements are permitted.
Exclusions apply to federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal governments and their extensions, members of the House of Commons and the Senate, organizations that engage in partisan political activities, and major financial sector employers.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Employers hiring post-secondary students on work-integrated learning (WIL) placements, such as cooperative education and internships, in Canada are eligible to apply for the Talent Opportunities Program. Eligible employers can receive a wage subsidy up to 50% of the wages (to a maximum of $5,000) for each 'net new' placement. For placements involving under-represented groups like Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, newcomers to Canada, first-year students, visible minorities, and women in STEM, the subsidy can go up to 70% of wages (to a maximum of $7,000). Employers must be registered Canadian businesses or not-for-profit organizations operating in any industry sector. Excluded entities include government organizations, crown corporations, hospitals, public long-term care facilities, post-secondary institutions, political organizations, and financial sector employers. Placements must be 'net new' relative to a baseline year calculated based on previous SWPP funding allocations. Students must be enrolled at recognized Canadian institutions and be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or refugees under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

Certain types of organizations are not eligible for this grant due to their governmental affiliations, political nature, or position in the financial sector. These restrictions ensure that the funding supports employers who contribute to student work-integrated learning opportunities.

Federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal governments.
Organizations that are extensions of government such as crown corporations, hospitals, public long-term care facilities, and post-secondary institutions.
Members of the House of Commons and the Senate.
Organizations engaging in partisan political activities.
Major and other financial sector employers including businesses that underwrite loans.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

This grant supports employers in Canada who are hiring post-secondary students for work-integrated learning placements. The eligible activities involve offering employment opportunities that provide practical learning experiences for students in various fields.

Hiring post-secondary students on cooperative education placements.
Offering internship opportunities to college and university students.
Creating new work-integrated learning placements above the baseline employment levels.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The Talent Opportunities Program is available to companies located throughout Canada. This wide eligibility allows businesses from any province or territory to apply for funding to support student work placements.

Businesses located anywhere in Canada.

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Evaluation and selection criteria for this grant program include the following: - Placements must be 'net new' to qualify for funding. - Employers must meet the eligibility criteria specified in the program guidelines. - Students hired on work-integrated learning placements must be registered at a recognized Canadian college or university. - Employers must be a registered Canadian business or not-for-profit organization. - Funding is available on a first-come first-serve basis. - Applications must receive conditional approval and a Recipient Agreement must be signed to reserve funding. - There are specific exclusions for certain types of organizations and sectors. These criteria are essential for determining eligibility and funding allocation for the Talent Opportunities Program.

grant_single_labels|register

Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:

Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Review the Talent Opportunities Program (TOP) eligibility criteria to ensure your organization qualifies.
- Determine if the placements are 'net new' using the provided baseline calculation guidelines.
Step 2: Register and Access Portal
- Click the link provided to access the Talent Opportunities Program application portal.
- Create an account on the portal if you do not already have one.
Step 3: Complete Application Form
- Log into the funding application portal using your account credentials.
- Fill out the online application form with details about your organization and the student placements.
- Ensure all information is accurate and complete.
Step 4: Submit Required Documents
- Upload all necessary supporting documents as specified by the program guidelines.
- Check that all documents are in the required format and size.
Step 5: Review and Submit Application
- Carefully review the completed application and attached documents.
- Submit the application through the portal.
Step 6: Acknowledgment of Submission
- Receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt of your application.
- Keep this confirmation for your records and tracking purposes.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The application process operates on a first-come first-serve basis, making early submission advantageous.
If the funding pool for 70% subsidies for under-represented groups is exhausted, applicants will still be considered for a 50% subsidy.
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to amend eligibility criteria at its discretion, so staying informed about potential changes is recommended.
All work placements must be considered 'net new' to qualify, calculated by subtracting the baseline number of students hired in a previous fiscal year.