Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages — Not-for-Profit
Gatineau, QC, Canada
Wage subsidy for summer students
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateAugust 28, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateFebruary 3, 2024
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
- Canadian Heritage
- Government of Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|closed
grant_single_labels|preview
Subsidy covering 70% of wages to hire summer students for 16 weeks (30 to 40 hours per week) in not-for-profit organizations.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
The Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages grant provides financial support to facilitate the employment of youth in bilingual environments. This financial assistance aims to cover costs related to salaries, transportation, and accommodation for eligible employees.
- Salary subsidies for the employment of youth.
- Coverage for one round trip transportation between the employee’s permanent residence and the workplace for distances over 125 km.
- Allowance for housing costs incurred by participants required to relocate for the position.
grant_single_labels|projects
Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages supports employment initiatives that promote opportunities for youth to gain experience in bilingual work environments. These activities are designed to enhance their skills while contributing to community-based projects.
- Creation of short-term employment positions spanning 6 to 16 weeks.
- Development of activities and programs that require work in both official languages of Canada.
- Engagement in community-focused projects that involve local cultural and linguistic promotion.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 8,400
Engage summer students to develop an educational toolkit for youth
$ 8,400
Hire students to develop a mental health awareness campaign
$ 12,600
Hiring 3 summer students to enhance community garden projects
$ 21,000
Recruit students to assist in cultural heritage documentation
$ 16,800
Hire students to support environmental conservation initiatives
$ 10,500
Involve students in a bilingual literacy program for elementary schools
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria regarding the nature and operational scope of the organization.
- The employer must be a private, public, non-profit organization, or a municipality.
- The employer must be incorporated.
- The employer must be involved in national, provincial, territorial, municipal, or community activities.
- The employer must conduct activities in both official languages.
- The employer must be stable and financially healthy.
- The employer must not be a federal department, federal agency, Crown Corporation, or a provincial or territorial government department.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
YCWBOL is open to a diverse range of employers who are not connected to federal or provincial governmental departments. Eligibility is specified for those conducting activities in both official languages, and it strictly excludes federal or provincial entities.Eligible employers include:- Private organizations.- Public organizations.- Non-profit organizations.- Municipalities.Factors such as stability and financial health are crucial for consideration, in addition to incorporating at national or local levels and involvement in bilingual activities. Federal, provincial, or territorial government departments are explicitly excluded from applying.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
This grant excludes certain companies due to their governmental status. The restrictions help ensure that financial support is provided to appropriate private sector and community-based entities.
- Federal departments, federal agencies, or Crown Corporations.
- Provincial or territorial government departments.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
- Salary subsidies - Transportation costs for students - Accommodation costs for students
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is available to Canadian employers engaging in activities at national, provincial, territorial, municipal, or community levels. Eligible companies must conduct activities in both official languages across these regions.
- National level activities.
- Provincial level activities.
- Territorial level activities.
- Municipal level activities.
- Community level activities.
grant_single_labels|criteria
- The employer must be a private, public, non-profit organization, or a municipality. - The employer must be incorporated. - The employer must be involved in national, provincial, territorial, municipal, or community activities. - The employer must conduct activities in both official languages. - The employer must be stable and financially healthy.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages (YCWBOL) for employers:
- Step 1: Account Setup
- Visit the Young Canada Works (YCW) login page.
- Create a new account if applying for the first time, or reactivate your profile from a previous year.
- Step 2: Gather Information
- Ensure you have all required information and documents ready, as outlined in the Employer Guide and Checklist for Employers.
- Review frequently asked questions for employers for additional details on funding and hiring requirements.
- Step 3: Complete Application
- Log into your YCW account.
- Follow the step-by-step instructions provided on the platform to fill out the application.
- Provide all necessary details about your organization and the desired position.
- Step 4: Review Application
- Review the completed application for accuracy and completeness.
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Submit the application through the YCW platform to the delivery organization responsible for your region.
- Step 6: Confirmation and Follow-up
- Await confirmation of receipt from the delivery organization.
- Allow a minimum of two months for application approval following the deadline.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Application approval takes a minimum of two months following the application deadline.
- Transportation costs for youth employees include one round trip if they reside more than 125 km from the job site.
- The program offers an allowance for housing costs for qualifying participants who must relocate.
- Inquiries about the program can be made via email, telephone, or TTY, with agents available Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET.
- Employer resources include guides and checklists for a better understanding of the program requirements.
grant_single_labels|contact
coordonnateurjct-ycwcoordinator@pch.gc.ca
1-800-935-5555
