Canada Book Fund – Support for Organizations — Internship Programs ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Non-profit organizations operating in the Canadian book industry - Industry associations and professional bodies in publishing, distribution, marketing, wholesale, or retail sectors - Organizations with demonstrated experience managing internship or training programs - Entities representing authors, publishers, distributors, or booksellers - Organizations must be registered in Canada and in good standing ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $25,000 per program - Funding Coverage: Up to 50% of eligible expenses - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not a loan) - Cost-Sharing Requirement: Applicant must fund minimum 50% of total eligible project costs - Matching Sources: In-kind contributions, other funding sources, or organizational funds accepted ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Intern salaries and wages - Stipends or allowances for interns - Supervision and mentor staff time (directly related to program delivery) - Training materials and resources - Program administration costs directly tied to internship delivery - Professional development activities for interns - Recruitment and screening costs for intern selection ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Programs must operate within publishing, distribution, marketing, wholesale, or retail sectors serving authors - Internships must provide meaningful professional experience and skills development - Organizations must submit detailed program plans and budget breakdowns - Progress reporting required at specified intervals - Final reporting must document intern outcomes and competencies gained - Funds must be expended within the fiscal year specified in the funding agreement - Eligible organizations must demonstrate financial stability and operational capacity - Preference given to programs supporting underrepresented groups in the book industry