The objectives of this program are to:
Those in the private and non-profit sector.
First Nation and Inuit governments and organizations may submit project proposals.
First Nations and Inuit youth aged 15 to 30 ordinarily resident on reserve or in recognized communities who are out of school, unemployed or underemployed.
Proposals must:
Note: Projects must not exceed 11 months and must be completed by March 31.
The delivery agency will pay participants the applicable provincial/ territorial minimum wage.
The non-profit sector is eligible to receive a contribution of up to 100% of the applicable minimum wage plus mandatory employment related costs and the private sector up to 50% of the applicable minimum wage only.
NOTE: Where a participant with disabilities is hired, all employers are eligible to apply for 100% of the wage. A maximum contribution of $3 000 per participant may be available, on an actual cost basis, for special equipment and facilities to accommodate the participant's needs.
The guidelines, the form and content of the proposal template, and the reporting templates are available on the Web site.
Proposals will be reviewed and approved by the INAC regional office or by the First Nations or Inuit organization managing the program.
Funding will be distributed to eligible organizations according to INAC's funding authorities.
A final report and a youth needs assessment for each participant is required by March 31. Organizations who do not submit a final report within 30 days of the above-noted date will not be eligible for funding in the following fiscal year.
*Note: "non-profit" also known as nonprofit organizations, non profit organizations, not-for-profit organizations, voluntary organizations and volunteer organizations.
Quebec Contact(s):
Rita
Arseneau
Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
Place Jacques-Cartier Complex
320 St. Joseph Street East
Québec, Quebec
G1K 9J2
Telephone: 418-648-7547
Fax: 418-648-7685
Toll-free (information): 1-800-263-5592
E-mail: arseneaur@ainc-inac.gc.ca