📋 Eligible Entities - Agricultural producers (farms, crop operations, livestock operations) - Food processors and food manufacturing businesses - Must be actively engaged in agricultural production or food processing - Businesses of any size (sole proprietors, partnerships, corporations, co-operatives) - Must be registered and operating in Canada ### 💰 Funding Details - Wage Subsidy: Minimum 50% of youth employee wages, up to $14,000 per employee - Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000 per employee for relocation costs - Maximum Total Per Employee: $19,000 ($14,000 wages + $5,000 relocation) - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (subsidy) - Cost-Share Requirement: Employer must cover minimum 50% of wages; grant covers the remainder up to $14,000 cap ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Youth employee wages and salaries - Employment-related payroll costs - Relocation expenses for hired youth (moving, accommodation setup, travel to work location) - Must be directly tied to agricultural projects or food processing operations ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Youth Definition: Employees must meet program age/eligibility criteria (typically 15-30 years old, verify with program administrator) - Employment Duration: Youth must be hired for agricultural or food processing work - Documentation Required: Payroll records, proof of relocation costs, employment contracts - Project Scope: Funding limited to agricultural projects only - Application & Approval: Must apply and receive approval before hiring to claim subsidies - Compliance: Employer must maintain employment records and comply with employment standards legislation - Fund Allocation: Limited annual funding available; grants awarded on a first-come, first-served or competitive basis (verify with program administrator)
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