First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program

Government of Canada, Indigenous Services Canada

Overview

Get a contribution when you develop a project that creates summer jobs of at least 80 hours for First Nations and Inuit youth.

At a glance

Categoriesgrant
FundingUp to 100% of eligible costs
StatusNot accepting applications
Closing date2026-03-06
RegionALL
Sectorsgeneral

Eligibility and requirements

Funding limits Not-for-profits - Maximum 100% of applicable wages + mandatory employment- related costs Private sector - Maximum 50% of applicable wages + mandatory employment- related costs All employers are eligible to apply for 100% of the wage when a participant with disabilities is hired A maximum contribution of $3,000 per participant may be available, on an actual cost basis, for special equipment and facilities to accommodate the student's needs

How it works

Submit a detailed proposition. Follow program guidelines. Be gender-balanced. Outline the activities that support the program's objectives. Demonstrate that activities will provide assistance only to eligible participants. Provide an estimate of eligible costs, including those assumed by partners. Outline the results to be achieved by the project.

How Mona Studio helps business owners use this program

First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program is one of many Canadian funding options listed in our grant finder. Mona Studio helps general teams translate program requirements into a practical workflow or AI adoption scope for leadership review, grant writers, and lenders. We summarize eligibility and funding here for discovery — confirm all details on the official program website before applying.

Official program website

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