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Work Experience Opportunities Grant
Funding for inclusive paid work experience placements
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 7, 2022
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program supports BC non-profits and charities creating short-term paid work experience opportunities for people facing employment barriers. Funding can reach up to $50,000 per year and supports placements, training, and related participant supports.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 7, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short-term paid work experience placements for eligible participants.
- Placement-based skill development and employment readiness support.
- Supervised work experience activities within the host organization or social enterprise.
- Community-based placements that build job readiness and employability.
Documents Needed
- Most recent financial statements
- Proof of participant eligibility
- Work experience placement description
- Pre-placement and post-placement survey forms
- Final report documentation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit societies and charities in British Columbia.
- Non-profits that own, operate, or administer a social enterprise.
- First Nations bands, governing bodies, and Indigenous-led non-profits.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses.
- B Corporations and Community Contribution Companies.
- Organizations operating outside British Columbia.
- Publicly funded bodies such as municipalities, school districts, libraries, and hospitals.
Eligible expenses
- Participant stipends for approved work placements.
- Administrative costs related to project management, recruitment, claims, and reporting.
- Training, skills development, and employment-related supports.
- Equipment and other placement-related support costs.
- Participant supports such as supervision, orientation, and certification costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fundraising and political activities.
- Capital items and assets not directly supporting work experience.
- For-profit activities.
- Current employee wage subsidies.
- Travel costs unless directly related to the placement.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by United Way BC.
- Successful applicants sign a Letter of Agreement before funding is released.
- Funding is provided after approval and agreement completion.
- Funded agencies must complete required surveys, reports, and check-ins.
- Final reporting and any unspent funds must be returned by the required deadline.
Additional information
- Participants receive a stipend, not wages.
- The grant is delivered by United Way BC.
- Funded agencies must acknowledge the funders on promotional materials.
- A Letter of Agreement must be signed before funding is released.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Work Experience Opportunities Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Work Experience Opportunities Grant. 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 Work Experience Opportunities Grant?
This program supports BC non-profits and charities creating short-term paid work experience opportunities for people facing employment barriers. Funding can reach up to $50,000 per year and supports placements, training, and related participant supports.
How much funding can be received?
Work Experience Opportunities Grant Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Work Experience Opportunities Grant program?
To be eligible for the Work Experience Opportunities Grant program, you must:
Registered non-profit, charity, or Indigenous-led organization
Based in or operating in British Columbia
WorkSafeBC good standing required
What expenses are eligible under Work Experience Opportunities Grant?
Short-term paid work experience placements for eligible participants.
Placement-based skill development and employment readiness support.
Supervised work experience activities within the host organization or social enterprise.
Community-based placements that build job readiness and employability.
Who can I contact for more information about the Work Experience Opportunities Grant?
You can contact United Way British Columbia (UWBC).
Where is the Work Experience Opportunities Grant available?
The Work Experience Opportunities Grant program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Work Experience Opportunities Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Work Experience Opportunities Grant is a Grant and Funding