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  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
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  • grant_single|openingDateJuly 09, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
  • Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

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Get a wage subsidy of up to $7,000 per post-secondary student placement offering student learning opportunities including internships, co-op placements, mentorship programs or applied research projects to solve particular problems.

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This grant is available to Canadian manufacturers nationwide as it is funded by the Government of Canada's Student Work Placement Program and does not specify any regional restrictions within Canada.
  • All Canadian provinces and territories.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$7,000

Applied research project for renewable energy systems

$7,000

Practical placement for nursing students focusing on community health

$7,000

Internship program for software development students

$7,000

Student-led agricultural research project

$7,000

Mentorship program for business students focusing on social enterprises

$7,000

A cooperative education program for environmental science students

grant_single_labels|admissibility

To be eligible for this grant, the applicant must meet certain criteria related to their business operations and the nature of the placements they offer.
  • The applicant must be a Canadian manufacturer.
  • The employer must be able to offer student placements as part of their operations.
  • The student placements must be new positions created as a result of leveraging the funding.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

The program targets Canadian manufacturers who are interested in hiring post-secondary students to offer more student positions than before with the help of funding from the Student Work Placement Program (SWPP).

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) provides funding to Canadian manufacturers to incentivize the hiring of post-secondary students. This initiative supports manufacturers in expanding job opportunities for students and gaining fresh talent for their business operations.
  • Creation of new student work placement positions in Canadian manufacturing companies.
  • Expansion of existing internship programs to include more post-secondary students.
  • Incorporation of innovative projects or tasks for students to contribute to within the manufacturing sector.
  • Provision of structured training and mentorship opportunities for student placements.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The grant potentially covers expenses directly related to hiring and placing post-secondary students in work placements.
  • Wages or salaries for post-secondary student placements.

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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
  • Applications will be reviewed and assessed based on program eligibility criteria and regional funding availability.

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
  • Step 1: Access Application Platform
    • Visit the third-party application platform designated by Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC).
    • Create an account if you are a new user or log in if you already have an account.
  • Step 2: Complete Application Form
    • Fill out the application form with the required details about your organization and the student placements you wish to offer.
    • Ensure all fields are accurately completed and review the provided guidelines to meet eligibility criteria.
  • Step 3: Submit Application
    • Once the application form is completed, submit it through the online platform.
    • Confirmation of submission will be provided upon successful submission.
  • Step 4: Await Response
    • Wait for the application to be reviewed by EMC based on eligibility criteria and regional funding availability.
    • Respond to any follow-up requests from EMC for additional information if required.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • The grant aims to encourage employers to increase the number of student positions they offer by providing financial support.
  • The application process is designed to be simple and user-friendly, with professional support available throughout the process.
  • A testimonial from past participants highlights the responsiveness and assistance provided by the program administrators.
  • The program is associated with the Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium, indicating a focus on enhancing manufacturing sectors.
  • The initiative is part of a broader Government of Canada effort to bolster student work opportunities through the Student Work Placement Program.

grant_single_labels|documents

WILWorks program — Student Work Placement Program

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