There are over 200 programs and services dedicated to
youth including wage subsidy programs, internship programs, and employment
related services. Below are links and information on some of the general
programs with additional links that will allow you to view many others.
Please note: Qualifications and application deadlines
vary between programs.
Summer
Career
Placements (SAC) |
This program
provides wage subsidies to private, public and not-for-profit employers
to create career-related summer jobs for students. Application forms
are available at the Bridgewater Human Resources Development Canada
(HRDC) office located at 77 Dufferin St., PO Box 3100, Bridgewater,
NS, B4V 3J1. Phone: (902) 527-5524
Application deadline is usually prior to March 30th. |
| Partners
in Promoting Summer Employment (PPSE) |
An initiative
between the Government of Canada and business associations to promote
student hiring in their communities. Application forms are available
at the Bridgewater Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC) office
located at 77 Dufferin St., PO Box 3100, Bridgewater, NS, B4V 3J1.
Phone: (902) 527-5524
Applications continually accepted. |
| Youth
Internship Canada |
This program is designed to help youth (ages 15
- 30) gain work experience and make a successful transition into
the workforce. Qualifying employers receive a wage subsidy. For
further information or to apply contact the Bridgewater Human Resources
Development Canada (HRDC) office located at 77 Dufferin St., PO
Box 3100, Bridgewater, NS, B4V 3J1.
Phone: (902) 527-5524 or 1 800 935-5555 (toll-free).
Applications continually accepted.
|
| First
Nations and Inuit Summer Student Career Placement Program |
The program
supports opportunities for career-related work experience and training
to in-school First Nations and Inuit youth living on reserve or in
recognized communities during the summer months. Eligible employers
include the private and non-profit sector. Applications continually
accepted. |
Nova
Scotia Employment Program for Students
(Summer 2001) |
The program
partners with not-for-profit organizations to create career-related
summer jobs for post-secondary students.
Application deadline is usually prior to March 30th. |
| Cooperative
Employment Program (Summer 2001) |
The program
provides educational opportunities for post-secondary co-op students.
Eligible employers include Government-funded organizations, Municipal
Governments, and Non-profit organizations.
Application deadline is February 16, 2001. |
| Youth
Employment Strategy |
A Guide for
Sponsors and Employers outlining the Youth Employment Strategy. HRDC
National web site. |
|
Youth
Employment Resource Guide 200
|
Another
listing of employment programs from the Nova Scotia Department of
Education web site. |
| Employer
Link |
This site
provides an overview of many programs and services along with additional
contact information and links. |
