WILWorks Program — Youth in Manufacturing ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Primary Applicants: Manufacturing sector employers - Business Structure: Corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and established manufacturers - Sector Requirements: Organizations must operate in the manufacturing industry - Employee Base: Employers with current employees available for mentorship roles - Geographic Scope: Canadian-based manufacturers (federal program) - Registration Status: Must be in good standing with federal/provincial business registries ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Amount: Up to $2,500 per youth work placement - Number of Placements: Multiple placements possible per employer - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (funding does not require repayment) - Matching Requirements: No employer matching contribution required - Mentorship Training: Provided at no cost to the employer - Total Potential Support: Combines free mentorship training + financial incentives per youth placement ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Mentorship Program Costs: Covered through free training provision (no direct expense) - Youth Wage/Placement Support: $2,500 incentive per youth work placement - Eligible Uses of Incentive: - Offset wages during youth employment period - Support for onboarding and training materials - Supervision and mentorship coordination costs - Integration of youth into manufacturing roles ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Youth Eligibility: Participants must qualify as "youth" per program definition (typically 15–30 years old, varies by province) - Placement Duration: Youth must complete agreed-upon work placement period - Mentorship Participation: Employer must engage current employees as mentors and complete training - Reporting Requirements: Employers must document placement outcomes and mentorship activities - Compliance: Maintain employment standards compliance and safe workplace conditions - Application Timeline: Subject to annual funding cycles; early application recommended - Verification: Program administrator may audit placements and training completion - Funding Release: Incentive typically disbursed upon verified