STEP: Programme de formation et d'emploi pour étudiants ### 📋 Eligible Entities - For-profit businesses of any size - Non-profit organizations and charitable entities - Social enterprises - Government agencies and public institutions - Educational institutions (colleges, universities) - Businesses operating in any industry sector - Must be registered in Canada and have a valid business number Note: Individual sole proprietors may be eligible depending on business structure and provincial variations. --- ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Amount: Covers 450 to 600 hours of student employment - Funding Structure: Wage subsidy (not a loan—fully non-repayable grant) - Typical Subsidy Rate: Generally 50-100% of eligible wages, depending on program rules and provincial delivery - No Matching Requirement: Employer may be required to pay remaining wages directly to student - Payment Method: Typically reimbursement-based after employment completion and documentation submission --- ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Student Wages: Direct salary/hourly wages for eligible students (primary use) - Employment in Student's Field: Positions must relate to the student's area of study - Summer Employment Positions: Roles filled during summer months - Training and Skill Development: On-the-job training activities within the role - Supervision Costs: May include reasonable supervision or mentorship time - Administrative Support: Minimal employer coordination costs --- ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Student Eligibility: Must be enrolled in or returning to a post-secondary institution (college, university, or certified program) - Employment Type: Summer employment only (typically May–August) - Job Relevance: Position must align with student's field of study - Hours Requirement: Employment must total 450–600 hours minimum - Minimum Wage Compliance: Wages must meet or exceed applicable provincial minimum wage - Documentation: Employer must submit timesheets, proof of employment, and student enrollment verification - Reporting Timeline: Funding typically