Youth Employment and Skills Program
All of Canada
Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Funding Limits
Up to 50% of eligible costs
Program Contact Details
aafc.yesp-pecj.aac@agr.gc.ca
1-866-452-5558
Industry
Agriculture and agri-food
What is this funding for?
Wage subsidy for agricultural organizations
Program Description
In March 2026, the Government of Canada announced an investment of up to $13.47 million in funding for 2026-27 through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Youth Employment and Skills Program, as part of the Government of Canada's broader $307.9 million investment in the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy.
The program provides non-repayable contributions to agriculture and agri-food related employers to hire youth, ages 15 to 30 and provide work experience and skill development opportunities in Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector.
The program provides non-repayable contributions to support a youth's wages and benefits paid by an employer during a project, to a maximum of $14,000.
Up to an additional $5,000 per project may be provided to support youth participants who relocate for the project and/or face a barrier to employment.
Steps to Apply
1. Review eligibility criteria
2. Prepare required documents
3. Complete the application form
4. Submit the application
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