Yukon Youth Conservation Corps
YT, Canada
Students to work on summer conservation projects
grant_single|update January 25, 2025
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Wage Subsidies And Interns
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- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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- Government of Yukon
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Gain access to supervised, equipped crews of 1 to 5 students to work on summer conservation projects in your community. Most of the cost of hiring a crew, including basic training, transportation and camping accommodation, if required, is covered.
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The Yukon Youth Conservation Corps (Y2C2) program focuses on providing financial and logistical support for conservation projects, primarily involving student engagement in environmental activities. While the program does not explicitly state specific financing modalities, it indicates an integrated support approach to project costs and logistics.
- The program covers most costs associated with hiring a student crew, including training, transportation, and camping accommodation if needed.
- Project owners are responsible for any additional project-specific costs such as materials, special tools, or specialized training.
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The Yukon Youth Conservation Corps encourages student engagement in environmental initiatives through a variety of short-term conservation projects. These activities offer valuable experience and contribute to the sustainable development of communities within the Yukon.
- Habitat enhancement to protect and preserve local ecosystems.
- Recycling projects to promote waste reduction and resource conservation.
- Environmental education or awareness campaigns aimed at fostering public knowledge.
- Clean-up initiatives to maintain and restore natural and community spaces.
- Community surveys conducted to gather data for conservation planning.
- Heritage restoration efforts to preserve cultural and historical sites.
- Outdoor recreation projects that encourage sustainable interactions with nature.
- Research activities targeting conservation and environmental innovation.
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$ 4,000
Heritage restoration project in the Old Quebec area
$ 1,500
Beach clean-up and recycling initiative at Lake Ontario beaches
$ 2,000
Develop outdoor recreational activities in the parks of Winnipeg
$ 1,500
Conduct community surveys on local wildlife
$ 3,000
Community garden and habitat enhancement project involving native plant species
$ 1,500
Organize environmental education programs at schools
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria that involve the applicant's status and the nature of their proposed projects.
- The applicant must be a Yukon individual, municipality, local government, non-profit organization, First Nation, or Government of Yukon department.
- If a private (for-profit) interest, the project must offer significant community benefits and support.
- The project should be conservation- or environment-related and conducted within the Yukon territory.
- Projects must be scheduled for 1 to 2 weeks during July or August, with possible exceptions for longer durations or different timeframes.
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The grant application for the Yukon Youth Conservation Corps is open to individuals, municipalities, local governments, non-profit organizations, First Nations, and Government of Yukon departments. Private (for-profit) entities may also be considered eligible if their projects demonstrate significant community benefits and support.
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Private for-profit interests are generally not eligible for this grant unless their projects offer significant community benefits and have local support. Restrictions ensure the program supports initiatives with clear environmental and educational objectives.
- Private, for-profit companies without demonstrable community benefits.
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The Y2C2 program in Yukon provides opportunities for students to engage in conservation and environment-related activities. These projects contribute to the community and offer students a chance to gain valuable skills and experience.
- Habitat enhancement.
- Recycling initiatives.
- Environmental education or awareness campaigns.
- Community clean-ups.
- Conducting community surveys.
- Heritage restoration projects.
- Development of outdoor recreation areas.
- Environmental research activities.
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This grant is specifically targeted towards projects conducted within the Yukon region. This geographic focus ensures the grant supports local conservation initiatives and benefits the community.
- Yukon, Canada
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The evaluation and selection of projects for the Y2C2 program are based on several key criteria to ensure they meet program objectives and provide significant benefits to the community and student participants.
- How well the project meets the established project criteria.
- Benefit to the Yukon environment and the Yukon community.
- Educational benefit to the student workers, including the skills and knowledge they will acquire.
- Comprehensive planning and safety measures described in the proposal.
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- Step 1: Prepare Your Project Proposal
- Develop a project idea that aligns with conservation or environmental objectives.
- Ensure the project can be conducted in the Yukon within a 1 to 2 week timeframe during July or August.
- Outline the project's goals, objectives, and long-term benefits.
- Include details on how students will gain career-related knowledge and skills.
- Verify that the project has safety measures and involves enthusiastic sponsorship.
- Step 2: Submit Your Project Proposal
- Send the completed project proposal to the relevant contact for review.
- If you believe your project offers significant community benefits, reach out to Aiyana-Marie.O'Shaughnessy@yukon.ca or call 867-667-5168 (toll free 1-800-661-0408, ext. 5168) for guidance.
- Step 3: Selection Process
- Proposals will be assessed based on their alignment with eligibility criteria and project objectives.
- Projects demonstrating clear goals, student involvement, and community impact will be prioritized.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- If your project is accepted, you must complete an evaluation after the project to help improve the Y2C2 program.
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Aiyana-Marie.O'Shaughnessy@yukon.ca
867-667-5168
