Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
Canada
Wage subsidies to employers for hiring post-secondary students
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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- grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate September 1, 2024
- grant_single|closingDate December 1, 2024
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Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Transportation and warehousing
grant_single|grantors
- Trucking HR Canada
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grant_card_status|closed
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The Student Work Placement Subsidy program aims to enhance the job readiness of students enrolled in post-secondary programs by offering wage subsidies to employers. Employers can receive up to 70% of wages, capped at $7,000 per student, for providing work placements lasting between 4 to 16 weeks. Eligible activities include offering full-time or part-time work directly related to the student's field of study, ensuring placements are not funded by other federal grants, and providing a safe, harassment-free work environment.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
The Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy offers substantial financial support to employers to facilitate student work placements while helping to build a future talent pool. This program provides clear and defined financing options to ease the burden of hiring and training costs.
- Subsidies cover up to 70% of the wage, up to a maximum of $7,000 per student placement.
- Reimbursement is provided upon submission of evidence of salaries remitted, such as pay stubs.
grant_single_labels|projects
The subsidy aims to enhance student job readiness while benefiting employers. Eligible activities include hiring students in roles that support work-integrated learning aligned with their post-secondary studies.
- Employment in positions related to the student's field of study.
- Work placements that provide a minimum of 4 weeks to a maximum of 16 weeks, with at least 10 hours of work per week.
- Projects that build strong connections between students and various company roles.
- Opportunities that offer meaningful workplace experiences contributing to students' academic and professional growth.
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Employers must meet specific conditions to be eligible for the Student Work Placement Subsidy grant.
- Employ students who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee status in Canada.
- Ensure students can provide proof of enrollment (either part-time or full-time) in a Canadian post-secondary institution.
- Offer work placements that are full-time or part-time (minimum 4 weeks to 16 weeks and at least 10 hours per week) and are directly related to the student's program of study.
- Confirm that the work placement is not funded by any other Federal Grant Program.
- Add participating students to the company’s payroll, as the program does not accept contractors.
- Provide a safe and harassment-free work environment for the participants.
- Submit evidence of salaries remitted to the participants by providing pay stubs for reimbursement.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Employers who wish to participate in the Student Work Placement Subsidy must hire students who meet the following criteria:1. Nationality and Status: Students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons granted refugee status in Canada.2. Student Enrollment: Students must provide proof of part-time or full-time enrollment in a Canadian post-secondary institution.3. Work Eligibility: Students must be legally entitled to work in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations. Additionally, employers are required to:1. Work Conditions: Offer work placements that provide full-time or part-time job opportunities directly related to the student's program of study. These placements must be at least 4 weeks long and no longer than 16 weeks, with a minimum of 10 hours per week.2. Payroll Integration: Add participating students to the company's payroll, as participants are not eligible to be hired as contractors under this program.3. Safety and Environment: Ensure a safe and harassment-free work environment for all participants.4. Salary Documentation: Provide evidence of salaries remitted to participants (e.g., pay stubs) for reimbursement purposes.
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The Student Work Placement Subsidy supports activities that integrate post-secondary students into workplace environments, providing them with practical experience related to their studies. The program is designed to prepare students for future employment while aiding employers in developing a skilled talent pool without incurring significant training costs.
- Hiring students for work placements that are part of their post-secondary programs.
- Providing students with relevant, hands-on work experience in fields related to their academic studies.
- Facilitating the transition of students from academic settings to workplace environments.
- Offering structured learning opportunities within the company's operations.
- Enhancing students' job readiness and skills through real-world work experience.
grant_single_labels|apply
1
Verify Eligibility
- Ensure your organization hires students who meet the citizenship, enrollment, and legal work authorization requirements.
- Check that the work placement fits the prescribed duration and hours and is not funded by another federal grant program.
2
Prepare Work Placement Details
- Outline the work placement terms, ensuring they align with the student’s program of study.
- Ensure the work environment is safe and free from harassment.
3
Engage with THRC
- Contact Trucking HR Canada at [email protected] for guidance and partnership opportunities.
- Utilize their support in building connections with post-secondary institutions.
4
Application Submission
- Complete any required application forms provided by Trucking HR Canada or relevant partners.
- Gather and prepare all required documents, including proof of student employment and payroll records.
- Submit your application package as per the instructions provided by Trucking HR Canada.
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Reimbursement Process
- After hiring, keep accurate records of wages paid and submit pay stubs for reimbursement.
- Follow any additional instructions provided for accessing wage subsidy funds.
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This grant supports employers in hiring post-secondary students with wage subsidies, aiding in their job readiness and contributing to a skilled future workforce.
- Employers can receive up to $7,000 in wage subsidies per student.
- Work placements must last between 4 to 16 weeks, with a minimum of 10 hours per week.
- Students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons granted refugee status in Canada.
- Participants must be enrolled part-time or full-time in a Canadian post-secondary institution.
- Employers must ensure a safe and harassment-free work environment.
- Work placements must not be funded by any other Federal Grant Program.
- Participants must be hired as employees, not contractors.
- Evidence of salaries (pay stubs) must be submitted for reimbursement.
- Trucking HR Canada provides step-by-step guidance and support throughout the program.
- Applications for Fall 2024 are open.
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