ICTC — Work Integrated Learning Program ### 📋 Eligible Entities - For-profit businesses of all sizes across Canada - Non-profit organizations - Social enterprises - Organizations with a valid business number and tax compliance - Employers willing to host post-secondary students in structured work placements - No specific industry restrictions; all sectors eligible ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum grant per placement: $7,500 - Wage subsidy coverage: Up to 75% of placement costs - Employer responsibility: Minimum 25% cost-sharing (matching contribution required) - Repayability: Grant (non-repayable); no loan component - Funding type: Direct wage subsidy paid to employer - Multiple placements: Organizations can host multiple students and receive multiple grants (subject to program capacity) ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Student wages/salaries during the work term placement - Payroll-related costs (benefits, CPP/EI contributions as applicable) - Direct compensation for the student's work during placement - Focus: Costs associated with employing a post-secondary student in a work-integrated learning role with digital skill development components ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Student eligibility priority: - First-year post-secondary students receive priority consideration - Students from under-represented groups in digital sectors receive priority - Digital learning requirement: Placement must include structured digital skills training or learning outcomes - Post-secondary enrollment: Student must be actively enrolled in a post-secondary institution - Minimum placement duration: Typically 4-16 weeks (confirm with ICTC program guidelines) - Reporting obligations: Employers must document placement outcomes and student progress - Funding timeline: Grant released upon placement start; verification required at completion - Compliance: Employer must maintain payroll records and comply with employment standards legislation - Program capacity: Funding available on first-come, first-served basis or per intake period