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Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit
Short-term bilingual youth employment support
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : February 3, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages supports short-term youth jobs in bilingual work environments. The program can cover up to 50% of employment costs, or up to 70% for non-profit organizations, for eligible positions and related travel or accommodation support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : February 3, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
- Youth (<40)
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short-term jobs in both official languages
- Jobs that support official-language minority communities
- Jobs that give youth the opportunity to practice a second official language
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Candidate Eligibility Form
- Staffing Report
- Evaluation Questionnaire
- End-of-Work Report
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private organizations
- Public organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Municipalities
Who is not eligible
- Federal departments, agencies, and Crown corporations
- Provincial or territorial government departments
- Organizations that are not financially stable
Eligible expenses
- Wages and benefits for hired youth
- Eligible transportation costs between residence and workplace
- Accommodation support for participants living far from the workplace
- Workplace accommodation costs for participants with disabilities
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Official-language minority communities in Quebec and outside Quebec
- Regional delivery areas covered by YCW delivery organizations
Processing and Agreement
- The delivery organization reviews and evaluates the application.
- If approved, the applicant receives an email confirmation and preliminary offer.
- A contract is signed before payments are made.
- Payments are released once required documents are received and accepted.
- Applications refused receive written notification.
Additional information
- Applications received after the deadline may still be considered, depending on available funding.
- The program is competitive and funding is not guaranteed, even if an organization is eligible.
- Employers must publicly acknowledge Government of Canada funding in project communications and promotional materials.
- Funding recipients may be subject to audits and must keep records for five years.
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Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit. 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 Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit?
Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages supports short-term youth jobs in bilingual work environments. The program can cover up to 50% of employment costs, or up to 70% for non-profit organizations, for eligible positions and related travel or accommodation support.
How much funding can be received?
Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was February 3, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit program?
To be eligible for the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit program, you must:
Incorporated organization
Operates in both official languages
Stable and financially healthy
What expenses are eligible under Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit?
Short-term jobs in both official languages
Jobs that support official-language minority communities
Jobs that give youth the opportunity to practice a second official language
Who can I contact for more information about the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit?
You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at coordonnateurjct-ycwcoordinator@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-935-5555.
Where is the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit available?
The Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — For-Profit program is available across Canada.
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