How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $7000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy?

Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy is funded by Trucking HR Canada

What are Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy's eligibility criterias?

Employers must hire students who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons with granted refugee status in Canada. Employers must add participating students to the company’s payroll. Employers must provide a safe and harassment-free work environment.

Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy

Last Update: January 24, 2025

Canada

Wage subsidies to employers for hiring post-secondary students

Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $7,000
Up to 70% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : September 1, 2024
Closing date : December 1, 2024

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

Transportation and warehousing

Grant Providers

Trucking HR Canada

Status

Closed

Overview of the Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy program

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.

Financing 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.

Eligible projects & activities

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.

Eligibility criteria of the Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy program

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.

Who is eligible?

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.

Eligible expenses

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.

How to apply to the Trucking HR Canada – Student Work Placement Subsidy program

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Additional information

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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