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Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO)

Q: Who is eligible for the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO) program?

To be eligible for the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO) program, you must: Employers must be approved for funding from Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations. Employers are responsible for hiring students for their funded positions.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO)?

Employment of students in full-time or part-time positions to gain practical experience in heritage organizations.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO)?

You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at coordonnateurjct-ycwcoordinator@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-935-5555.

Q: Where is the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO) available?

The Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO) program is available across Canada.

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Canada

Employment opportunities for students in Canadian heritage organizations

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Overview

Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) is a federal employment program that offers students full-time or part-time positions lasting 6 to 16 weeks to gain practical experience in the heritage sector. The program covers wages for eligible placements and may reimburse relocation costs for participants, helping youth develop valuable skills by working with heritage organizations.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Canada

Legal structures

All legal structures

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
Persons with Disabilities
Language Minorities
Newcomers to Canada
Other Racialized Persons
Black Canadians
2SLGBTQI+
Canadians
Youth (<40)
Women

Activities funded

Employment of students in full-time or part-time positions to gain practical experience in heritage organizations.

Eligibility

The applicant organization must offer employment in the heritage sector.
Positions funded must be for students meeting Young Canada Works eligibility requirements.
Employers are responsible for hiring candidates for their funded positions through the Young Canada Works candidate pool.

Eligible expenses

Reimbursement of transportation costs for participants who must relocate more than 125 km from their permanent residence to the job site.
Reimbursement of en route accommodation expenses incurred during relocation to the job site.

Eligible geographic areas

Canada (nationwide)

How to apply

Create an account online

Visit the Young Canada Works login page
Click on the "Sign up" link
Create an account

Complete and submit candidate profile

Complete your candidate profile in your account
Submit your candidate profile online

Search and express interest in jobs

Browse job opportunities in your account using the "Search for a job" feature
Select jobs of interest by clicking on the job title
Express interest in jobs by clicking “Express interest in this job”

Complete eligibility and staffing forms

If selected, complete the Candidate Eligibility Form (initiated by the employer)
Ensure employer completes the Staffing Report in the first week of work

Submit evaluation questionnaire

At the end of employment, complete the Evaluation Questionnaire online

Additional information

Full-time positions generally last from 6 to 16 weeks, with flexibility for full-time or part-time work arrangements.
The program places an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion by encouraging youth from equity-deserving groups to apply.
Travel assistance may be available for participants who need to relocate more than 125 km to their job site.
Students who have not previously participated in the program are given priority.

Contacts

coordonnateurjct-ycwcoordinator@pch.gc.ca

1-800-935-5555

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO). 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.