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Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit
Short-term bilingual youth jobs with wage support
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : February 17, 2026
Location
Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
Overview
YCW in Both Official Languages supports short-term youth jobs and provides salary subsidies for employers. It also helps cover travel and housing support for eligible participants.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : February 17, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Gatineau
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short-term employment opportunities for youth.
- Jobs that use both official languages.
- Positions that help youth gain work experience and professional skills.
Documents Needed
- Completed online application.
- Candidate Eligibility Form.
- Work contract with each participant.
- Required online reports during and after employment.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private organizations.
- Public organizations.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Municipalities.
Who is not eligible
- Federal departments, agencies, or Crown corporations.
- Provincial or territorial government departments.
Eligible expenses
- Salary costs and benefits for hired youth.
- Round-trip transportation for eligible participants.
- Housing allowance for participants who must pay rent.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
- Regional delivery organizations based on the applicant's location.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and evaluated by the delivery organization.
- Applicants receive an acknowledgment of receipt within five business days after the deadline.
- Funding decisions are communicated within eight weeks after the deadline.
- If approved, the employer receives an email confirmation and a preliminary offer.
- A contract must be signed before payments are issued.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by a delivery organization.
- Applicants may receive a response within two months after the deadline.
- Approved employers must sign a contract.
- Applications submitted after the deadline are considered only if funding remains available.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-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 — Not-for-Profit?
YCW in Both Official Languages supports short-term youth jobs and provides salary subsidies for employers. It also helps cover travel and housing support for eligible participants.
How much funding can be received?
Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit program?
To be eligible for the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-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 — Not-for-Profit?
Short-term employment opportunities for youth.
Jobs that use both official languages.
Positions that help youth gain work experience and professional skills.
Who can I contact for more information about the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit?
You can contact Canadian Heritage 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 — Not-for-Profit available?
The Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit is a Wage Subsidies And Interns