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Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO)
Employment opportunities for students in Canadian heritage organizations
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Employment of students in full-time or part-time positions to gain practical experience in heritage organizations.
Eligibility
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)
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.
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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.
What is the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO)?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Is the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO) is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO)?
Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO) is funded by Canadian Heritage (PCH)