CHRC — Student Work Placement Program

📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian for-profit businesses - Non-profit organizations - Social enterprises - Public sector employers - Charitable organizations - Any employer offering meaningful work placements to eligible students Key Requirement: Must be able to provide supervised work experience and training opportunities. --- ### 💰 Funding Details | Category | Standard Students | Priority Group Students | |----------|-------------------|------------------------| | Wage Subsidy Rate | Up to 50% | Up to 70% | | Maximum Per Placement | $5,000 | $7,000 | | Repayability | Non-repayable grant | Non-repayable grant | | Multiple Placements | Yes, multiple students supported | Yes, multiple students supported | Calculation Method: Subsidy covers eligible wages only; calculated based on actual hours worked and agreed hourly rate. --- ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Student Wages: Direct compensation for hours worked during placement - Payroll Taxes: Employer contributions (CPP, EI, workers' compensation) - Supervision Costs: Training and mentoring time by qualified staff - Materials & Equipment: Resources directly required for the student's placement role Not Eligible: Benefits, bonuses, retroactive wages, or non-placement-related training costs. --- ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Priority Groups: Includes Indigenous peoples, youth from underrepresented communities, persons with disabilities, and other designated vulnerable populations (higher 70% subsidy rate applies) - Minimum Placement Duration: Typically 12+ weeks (verify with program administrator) - Student Eligibility: Must meet CHRC criteria for participant status - Advance Approval: Placement must be approved before the student begins work - Documentation: Maintain detailed records of hours, wages, and student progress - Reporting: Submit timesheets and placement reports as required - Compliance: Employer must follow all employment standards and safety regulations - Claw-back Risk: Failure to meet placement requirements may result in subsidy recovery