Twelve Government of Canada departments and agencies work in partnership with business, labour, industry, not-for-profit and voluntary organizations, rural and remote communities and all levels of government to help young people get the information and develop the skills and work experience they need to prepare for and participate in the world of work. Read more about this initiative or call the Youth Info Line at 1 800 935-5555.
Here is a list of federal departments and agencies involved in Youth Employment Strategy and some of the many initiatives that they provide for youth and students.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Career Focus Program in Agriculture and Agri-Food
Career Focus will contribute $1.1 million to research projects that employ recent graduates in agri-food science and veterinary medicine. Each project will be eligible to receive up to $12,000 in matching funds.
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Housing Internship Initiative for First Nations & Inuit Youth (HIIFNIY)
An initiative providing on-the-job training for First Nations and Inuit youth to assist them in pursuing employment in the housing industry.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Career Focus Program
Provides recent university graduates in the biological, chemical, agricultural and veterinary science fields, who are currently unemployed or under-employed, with rewarding internships at CFIA.
Canadian International Development Agency
Environment Canada
Human Resources and Social Development
Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
National Research Council Canada