Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian book publishers (primary applicants) - Publishers must be actively engaged in publishing books in Canada - Both for-profit and non-profit publishers qualify - Indigenous-led publishers and publishers from racialized communities are eligible - Publishers operating across all Canadian provinces and territories ### 💰 Funding Details Standard Internship Stream: - Contribution: Up to 50% of total eligible expenses - Maximum award: $30,000 per internship Enhanced Funding for Equity Groups: - Contribution: Up to 75% of eligible expenses - Maximum award: $45,000 per internship - Applies to: - Indigenous interns - Interns from racialized communities - Other designated equity-seeking groups Repayability: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not loan) ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Intern salaries and wages for technology roles - Payroll-related employer costs (benefits, CPP, EI contributions) - Technology-focused position expenses including: - Digital tools and software training - IT infrastructure support - Web development or digital marketing roles - Data analytics or systems administration work - Supervision and mentorship costs directly related to the internship ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Internship Duration: Minimum 12-16 weeks (or equivalent hours) - Eligible Positions: Must be genuine technology roles that provide skills development - Cost Sharing Requirement: Publisher must cover the difference between grant and total eligible costs (50% or 25% depending on stream) - Intern Eligibility: Must be a Canadian resident or international student with valid work authorization - Documentation: Publishers must maintain payroll records, timesheets, and proof of eligible expenses - Reporting: Progress reports and final reporting on intern outcomes and project completion required - Compliance: Publisher must comply with all applicable employment standards and labour laws - Funding Timeline: Funds disbursed upon contract signing and eligible costs incurred during approved internship period