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1. Cybersecurity Training and Work Integrated Learning Program (ICTC): Provides wage subsidies up to $7,000 to employers hiring post-secondary students for cybersecurity work placements, including mentorship and training opportunities. Learn more here.

2. Alberta Jobs Now Program: Offers funding to help private and non-profit businesses in Alberta hire and train workers, including cybersecurity roles, with substantial wage subsidies. More information.

3. International Student Summer Employment Program (ISSEP): Managed by the University of Alberta, this program provides wage subsidies for hiring international undergraduate students during the summer. Details available here.

4. Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG): Supports employers in Alberta by covering a portion of training costs for new employees, including those in cybersecurity. Learn more here.

5. Student Work Placement Program (SWPP): Offers wage subsidies for hiring post-secondary students in cybersecurity roles. More information on the Government of Canada's website.

1. UBC Co-op Programs: Offers wage subsidies through the Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) for employers hiring co-op students in cybersecurity. Employers can receive up to $5,000 per student, or up to $7,000 for students from underrepresented groups. More details here.

2. Innovate BC Tech Co-op Grants: Provides up to $20,000 per year in funding to hire co-op students in technology roles, including cybersecurity. This program supports both tech and non-tech companies that are looking to innovate and grow. Learn more on the Innovate BC website.

3. Cybersecurity Talent Development: ICTC and Microsoft Training Pilot: This program connects employers to students in cybersecurity through wage-subsidized placements, providing substantial training and mentorship opportunities. Details on ICTC's website.

4. BC Public Service Internship Programs: Offers various internship opportunities within the BC Public Service, focusing on diversity and equity, including cybersecurity roles. More information can be found here.

Here are the subsidized cybersecurity student hiring programs available in Manitoba:

1. STEP Services: This is the official student employment placement service for the Government of Manitoba. It connects eligible students with job opportunities in government departments, agencies, and Crown corporations throughout the year. STEP Services offers both full-time and part-time positions, ranging from entry-level jobs to career-related roles, including opportunities in cybersecurity. Learn more about STEP Services

    

2. Student Work Placement Program (SWPP): This program provides wage subsidies to employers hiring post-secondary students in STEM or business fields, including cybersecurity. Employers can receive up to $5,000 per student or up to $7,000 for students from underrepresented groups. This program is available across Canada, including Manitoba. More information is available on the Government of Canada's website​

    

3. Manitoba Summer Student Recovery Jobs Program: Offers up to $120 million in funding for employers to hire students aged 15 to 29. This includes a wage subsidy of $7 per hour, up to a maximum of $5,000 per student, to support various sectors, including cybersecurity. This program helps students gain valuable work experience and develop skills relevant to their field of study. Details can be found on the Manitoba government website​

4. Employment Opportunities Programs: The Manitoba government offers over 20 employment programs designed to facilitate the hiring of students and youth up to age 29. These programs provide internships, grants, job referrals, mentorship, bursary opportunities, and wage incentives, supporting career development in fields like cybersecurity. Learn more about these programs​

   
   

    

1. ICTC Cybersecurity Training and Work Integrated Learning Program: This program provides mentorship, Microsoft certifications, and experiential learning opportunities for women+ and non-binary post-secondary students. It includes a 16-week paid work-integrated learning placement in cybersecurity, with wage subsidies up to $7,000 for employers. Learn more.

2. Future NB's Student Work Placement Program (SWPP): This program offers wage subsidies to employers who hire post-secondary students in New Brunswick for experiential learning opportunities. The wage subsidy can cover up to 50% of the student's wages, up to $5,000, or up to $7,000 for students from underrepresented groups. Learn more.

3. CollabHub Atlantic’s Cybersecurity Talent Program: This initiative provides access to a pool of post-secondary students in IT-related programs who have foundational Microsoft certifications. The program offers subsidies of up to $7,000 for eligible employers who hire these students for work terms, helping to build cybersecurity talent. More details available.

4. NBCC Advanced Cybersecurity Program: Offered by the New Brunswick Community College, this program provides advanced training in cybersecurity to prepare students for careers in the field, responding to emerging labor market needs. Learn more.

5. Cybersecure New Brunswick Program: Managed by the Community Business Development Corporation (CBDC), this program provides grants of up to $3,000 to cover expenses related to cybersecurity training for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in New Brunswick. More information.

6. Student Employment Experience Development (SEED) Program: This program provides wage subsidies to New Brunswick employers who offer summer job opportunities to post-secondary students, covering part of the employment costs for up to twelve weeks. Details available here.

1. Find Your Future in Tech: Administered by techNL and funded partly by the Government of Canada's Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program, this program offers fully-funded seats in select training or upskilling programs, including cybersecurity. It aims to help individuals transition into tech roles by providing education, awareness, and recruitment support. Learn more on techNL's website.

2. Student Employment Advisory Services: Offered by the Strategic Staffing Division (SSD) of the Public Service Commission, this service provides advisory support and resources for the recruitment and hiring process of post-secondary co-operative education students within the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. The program focuses on outreach, attraction, and recruitment to increase awareness among students about career options within the government. More details can be found here.

3. JobsNL Wage Subsidy: This program offers wage subsidies to employers to help create long-term employment or seasonal/short-term jobs. The subsidy supports individuals who lack work experience or skills, facilitating their entry into the labor market. The program includes different options for subsidies, such as a 60% subsidy for the first 14 weeks and an 80% subsidy for the last 14 weeks of a 42-week employment period. Learn more about the JobsNL Wage Subsidy.

4. Summer Employment Program for Students (SEPS): This program provides funding to assist private sector businesses and not-for-profit organizations in creating summer employment opportunities for students (both post-secondary and high school). The program aims to give students valuable work experience that prepares them for future labor market participation. More information about the SEPS program.

1. Summer Student Employment Program (SSEP): This program provides casual employment opportunities during the summer months for northern students completing or enrolled in a full-time post-secondary program. The goal is to support eligible northern students and provide experience to future graduates, aiming to retain skilled northern graduates in the workforce. The program offers a wide range of job opportunities and mentorship from supervisors and senior team members. More details can be found on the GNWT Careers website.

2. Internship Program: This program offers full-time employment opportunities for northern graduates who have successfully completed their post-secondary program within the last 24 months or will complete all academic requirements within six months of applying. The program helps graduates gain valuable work experience in their field of study, including cybersecurity and technology. For more information, visit the GNWT Careers page.

3. Trades and Occupation Wage Subsidy Program: This program provides financial support to employers to hire and train apprentices and occupation trainees in the Northwest Territories. Employers can receive subsidies up to $9.00 per hour for up to 3,200 hours of work experience (1,600 hours per fiscal year). An additional subsidy of up to $16.00 per hour is available for female apprentices to encourage their participation in non-traditional trades. Learn more about the program here.

4. Wage Subsidy Program: This program provides funding to employers to hire Northwest Territories residents with minimal work experience and education by offsetting the cost of hiring and training. The program aims to provide work experience and training for up to 52 weeks, with a maximum of $30,000 in wage subsidies and $500 for special equipment costs. Employers must contribute a minimum of 20% toward the wages/benefits of each employee over and above the subsidy. There is no deadline to apply, and the program can be accessed at any time. More information is available on the Education, Culture, and Employment website.

1. Student Summer Skills Incentive (SKILL) Program: This program provides wage subsidies to non-profit organizations, charities, and social enterprises that hire post-secondary students for summer jobs. Employers can receive a subsidy of $10.50 per hour or $11.50 per hour if the student belongs to a designated diversity group. The program aims to offer meaningful work experience to students while supporting community organizations. More information can be found on the Nova Scotia government website​ Government of Nova Scotia

2. Skills for Hire Atlantic: This program offers a 20-week online training course that covers cybersecurity fundamentals, cloud computing, and Python essentials. The program is designed to help participants gain the skills needed to enter the tech industry, including cybersecurity roles. It is open to residents of Nova Scotia and other Atlantic provinces, and it provides various career development support services. Learn more about the program on the Skills for Hire Atlantic website​

3. Co-operative Education Incentive (CO-OP): This program provides wage assistance to organizations in Nova Scotia that offer career-related work experiences to university and college co-op students. Employers can apply for funding to help offset the costs of hiring students for fall, winter, and summer terms. More details can be found on the Nova Scotia government website​

4. START Program: The START Program provides wage incentives and other types of funding to employers who hire unemployed Nova Scotians. It is available to small and medium-sized employers, including businesses, non-profits, and social enterprises, that are located in Nova Scotia. The program offers funding to cover training costs and equipment needed for new employees, and employers must apply before hiring the employee to be eligible. Learn more about the START Program here​

1. Cybersecurity Training and Work Integrated Learning Program: This program, facilitated by the Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) in collaboration with Microsoft and other partners, provides wage subsidies and mentorship opportunities for women+ and non-binary post-secondary students studying cybersecurity or related fields. It includes Microsoft certifications and up to a 16-week paid work-integrated learning placement in cybersecurity roles. This program is available to students in Nunavut and aims to increase the representation of underrepresented groups in cybersecurity. Learn more about the program here.

2. Student Work Placement Program (SWPP): This is a federal program that offers wage subsidies to employers across Canada, including those in Nunavut, to hire post-secondary students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) or business-related fields, which includes cybersecurity. Employers can receive up to $5,000 per student or up to $7,000 if hiring students from underrepresented groups. This program helps businesses by subsidizing a portion of the student’s wages during their work term. More information is available on the Government of Canada website.

3. Summer Student Employment Equity Program (SSEEP): The Government of Nunavut offers this program annually to provide summer employment opportunities for secondary and post-secondary students. The program aims to foster continuous learning and career development among Nunavut Inuit and Nunavummiut students, providing them with valuable work experience in various fields, including technology. The employment period runs from April 1 to September 30. Find more details on the Government of Nunavut website.

1. Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit

• Overview: This program provides a refundable tax credit to employers who hire students enrolled in a recognized co-operative education program at an Ontario university or college. The credit is designed to encourage employers to create quality co-op opportunities in various fields, including cybersecurity and technology.
• Funding: Employers can claim up to 25% (30% for small businesses) of the salaries and wages paid to co-op students, with a maximum credit of $3,000 per student, per work placement.
• Website: Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit

2. Ontario Youth Jobs Strategy – Youth Skills Connections Program

• Overview: Part of the Ontario Youth Jobs Strategy, this program provides funding to employers to create employment and training opportunities for youth, including in technology and cybersecurity sectors. The focus is on providing hands-on learning experiences to improve employability.
• Funding: Varies based on the project and number of youth employed. Funding can cover a portion of wages and training costs.
• Website: Ontario Youth Jobs Strategy

3. Ontario Centres of Innovation (OCI) – Voucher for Innovation and Productivity (VIP) Program

• Overview: The VIP program supports collaborative projects between Ontario companies and academic institutions. It provides funding for hiring students, co-ops, or recent graduates to work on projects that drive innovation, including in cybersecurity and technology fields.
• Funding: Up to $20,000 for student wages, with additional funding available for project costs.
• Website: OCI - Voucher for Innovation and Productivity (VIP) Program

4. Ontario Internship Program (OIP)

• Overview: OIP provides recent graduates with the opportunity to work in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) in various sectors, including technology and cybersecurity. This program helps interns gain practical work experience and develop valuable skills in their fields.
• Funding: The program covers salaries for a two-year internship period. Positions are funded directly through OPS.
• Website: Ontario Internship Program

5. Career Ready Fund - AutoStream

• Overview: The Career Ready Fund – AutoStream supports the development of partnerships and pathways for students in technology, engineering, and cybersecurity fields. This funding is aimed at creating work-integrated learning opportunities, including co-ops and internships, to better prepare students for careers in these industries.
• Funding: Up to $7,000 per student placement.
• Website: Career Ready Fund - AutoStream

6. Ontario Tech Talent Initiative

• Overview: This initiative is designed to support the growth of Ontario's tech talent by funding employers who hire students and recent graduates in technology roles, including cybersecurity positions. The program focuses on upskilling youth to meet industry demands.
• Funding: Varies based on the number of placements and specific project requirements.
• Website: Ontario Tech Talent Initiative

1. Post-Secondary Employment Program (PEI PSEP)

• Overview: This program provides financial incentives to employers in Prince Edward Island to hire post-secondary students for work placements related to their field of study, including technology and cybersecurity roles.
• Funding: Employers may receive a wage subsidy for eligible positions. The subsidy typically covers up to 50% of the student’s wages.
• Website: PEI Post-Secondary Employment Program

2. Graduate Mentorship Program (PEI)

• Overview: The Graduate Mentorship Program provides funding to employers to hire recent graduates from post-secondary institutions for full-time, career-related employment. This program includes positions in the technology and cybersecurity sectors.
• Funding: Covers up to 50% of the eligible wage costs for the first year of employment, up to a maximum of $14,000 per year.
• Website: PEI Graduate Mentorship Program

3. Team Work PEI Program

• Overview: This program is designed to assist unemployed or underemployed individuals, including recent graduates, in gaining work experience through placements in various sectors, including technology and cybersecurity. Employers can receive funding to hire interns or co-op students.
• Funding: The program provides a wage subsidy of up to 50% of the employee's wages, or 75% if the employee is a person with a disability, up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
• Website: Team Work PEI Program

4. Jobs for Youth Program (PEI)

• Overview: This program aims to create summer employment opportunities for students aged 16-29 in various fields, including technology and cybersecurity. It supports employers who are willing to hire students for summer positions.
• Funding: Employers receive a wage subsidy to cover a portion of the student’s wages, up to the provincial minimum wage.
• Website: Jobs for Youth Program

5. PEI Labour Market Partnerships (LMP) Program

• Overview: The LMP program supports the development of partnerships to address labour market issues and develop strategies, including hiring and training students in technology and cybersecurity fields.
• Funding: Funding is project-based and varies depending on the scope and requirements of the partnership initiative.
• Website: PEI Labour Market Partnerships Program

6. WorkPEI Internship Program

• Overview: This internship program offers financial support to employers in PEI who hire post-secondary students or recent graduates in roles that provide career-related experience, including technology and cybersecurity fields.
• Funding: The program typically offers a wage subsidy covering a portion of the intern's salary for a specified period.
• Website: WorkPEI Internship Program

1. Programme de stages en recherche industrielle Mitacs Accélération (Mitacs Accelerate Industrial Research Internship Program)

• Overview: This program provides funding to Quebec-based companies for hiring interns from universities to work on research and development projects, including those in cybersecurity and technology fields. It aims to foster innovation and enhance industry-academia collaboration.
• Funding: Up to $15,000 for a four-month internship, with a matching contribution from the industry partner.
• Website: Mitacs Accélération

2. Programme de subventions salariales pour les stages en technologies numériques (Wage Subsidy Program for Digital Technology Internships)

• Overview: This program offers wage subsidies to companies that provide internships for students or recent graduates in digital technology and cybersecurity fields. It encourages businesses to hire young talent and provide them with practical experience.
• Funding: Provides up to 50% of the student's wages, up to a maximum of $5,000 per placement.
• Website: Wage Subsidy for Digital Technology Internships

3. Programme Jeunes stagiaires (Young Interns Program)

• Overview: The Young Interns Program helps employers in Quebec hire interns who are students or recent graduates for work placements in various sectors, including technology and cybersecurity. The program aims to help young people gain work experience and develop their professional skills.
• Funding: Offers a wage subsidy of up to 50% of the intern's salary for a period of up to 52 weeks.
• Website: Programme Jeunes stagiaires

4. Programme de stages pour les jeunes dans les petites et moyennes entreprises (PME) du Québec (Internship Program for Youth in Quebec SMEs)

• Overview: This program supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Quebec that hire interns, particularly in technology and cybersecurity roles. It is designed to facilitate the entry of young professionals into the labor market and help SMEs benefit from fresh talent.
• Funding: Up to $7,000 per internship placement to cover wages and training costs.
• Website: Internship Program for Youth in Quebec SMEs

5. Crédit d’impôt pour stage en milieu de travail (Tax Credit for On-the-Job Training)

• Overview: This tax credit is available to Quebec employers who hire students or interns for on-the-job training in various fields, including cybersecurity and technology. The credit aims to encourage companies to provide practical training opportunities.
• Funding: The credit can cover up to 24% (32% for SMEs) of eligible expenses, including the wages paid to the student or intern.
• Website: Tax Credit for On-the-Job Training

6. Programme Premier emploi en technologie de l'information (First Job in Information Technology Program)

• Overview: This program targets new graduates in IT and cybersecurity fields, helping them secure their first job in Quebec’s information technology sector. It provides wage subsidies to employers to encourage hiring recent graduates.
• Funding: Covers up to 50% of the salary of a new graduate for up to 6 months.
• Website: First Job in IT Program

7. Québec International – Bourse d'emplois en TI et en Jeux Vidéo (Quebec International – IT and Video Game Job Grant)

• Overview: This program helps Quebec-based IT and video game companies attract and hire skilled young talent, including in cybersecurity roles. It offers grants to companies that provide internships or first-time job placements.
• Funding: Grants are awarded based on specific project needs and the number of interns or new hires.
• Website: Québec International - IT and Video Game Job Grant

1. Saskatchewan Co-operative Education Work Experience Grant

• Overview: This program provides funding to Saskatchewan employers who hire students enrolled in a recognized co-operative education program at a post-secondary institution. It supports work placements in various fields, including technology and cybersecurity, to give students hands-on experience and improve their employability.
• Funding: Employers can receive up to $1,000 per student placement.
• Website: Saskatchewan Co-operative Education Work Experience Grant

2. Saskatchewan Technology Start-up Incentive (STSI)

• Overview: While primarily aimed at encouraging investment in technology start-ups, the STSI also supports tech companies in hiring students and recent graduates in cybersecurity and other tech roles. This program provides tax credits to investors who support start-ups, indirectly fostering job creation.
• Funding: Provides a 45% non-refundable tax credit to investors, with the requirement that companies invest in hiring and developing local talent.
• Website: Saskatchewan Technology Start-up Incentive (STSI)

3. Canada-Saskatchewan Job Grant

• Overview: This grant assists employers in providing training for new or existing employees, including interns and co-op students in fields such as cybersecurity and technology. It aims to help businesses develop the skills of their workforce to meet specific needs.
• Funding: Covers up to two-thirds of the training costs for employers, to a maximum of $10,000 per trainee.
• Availability: While this program is a partnership between the federal and Saskatchewan governments, it is specific to Saskatchewan employers.
• Website: Canada-Saskatchewan Job Grant

4. Graduate Retention Program (GRP)

• Overview: The GRP provides income tax credits to recent graduates who remain in Saskatchewan to live and work after graduation. Employers in the cybersecurity and technology sectors can benefit indirectly by hiring these graduates who are incentivized to stay in the province.
• Funding: Graduates can receive up to $20,000 in tax credits over seven years, which can enhance their employment appeal to local employers.
• Website: Graduate Retention Program

5. Innovation Saskatchewan's Industry and Research Partnerships Program

• Overview: This program supports collaborative projects between Saskatchewan-based companies and academic institutions, focusing on research and innovation in technology fields, including cybersecurity. The program facilitates the hiring of students and interns to work on these projects.
• Funding: Varies based on the project scope and partnership agreements.
• Website: Innovation Saskatchewan - Industry and Research Partnerships Program

6. Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Program

• Overview: This program encourages high school students to consider careers in the skilled trades, including cybersecurity. It supports employers who hire students as apprentices and provide them with hands-on learning experiences.
• Funding: Employers may receive wage subsidies for hiring apprentices, which can also include internships in tech roles.
• Website: Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Program

7. Student Employment Experience Program (SEEP)

• Overview: SEEP helps Saskatchewan-based employers hire post-secondary students for temporary positions in various sectors, including technology and cybersecurity. The program aims to provide meaningful work experience and skill development for students.
• Funding: Wage subsidies are provided, covering a portion of the student's salary for the duration of the placement.
• Website: Student Employment Experience Program (SEEP)

1. Youth Employment Fund (YEF)

• Overview: The Youth Employment Fund provides funding to Yukon employers who hire young individuals, including students and recent graduates, for positions that offer meaningful work experience in various sectors, including technology and cybersecurity. This program aims to help young people gain valuable work experience and develop their skills.
• Funding: Provides up to $25 per hour in wage subsidies for up to 500 hours per placement.
• Website: Youth Employment Fund

2. Student Training and Employment Program (STEP)

• Overview: STEP supports Yukon employers in hiring post-secondary students for summer work placements that are career-related, including in technology and cybersecurity fields. The program is designed to give students practical work experience while supporting local businesses.
• Funding: Provides a wage subsidy of 50% of the student's gross wages, up to a maximum of $7.20 per hour.
• Website: Student Training and Employment Program (STEP)

3. Technology Innovation Program (TIP)

• Overview: The Technology Innovation Program provides funding to Yukon-based companies and organizations to support the development and adoption of innovative technologies, including cybersecurity solutions. This program may also cover costs associated with hiring students or interns to work on technology-related projects.
• Funding: Up to $35,000 for eligible technology projects, which can include hiring costs.
• Website: Technology Innovation Program

4. Canada-Yukon Job Grant

• Overview: The Canada-Yukon Job Grant helps employers train new or existing employees, including interns and co-op students, in skills that meet specific industry needs, such as cybersecurity and technology. It encourages companies to invest in workforce development.
• Funding: Covers up to two-thirds of the cost of training for new or existing employees, up to a maximum of $10,000 per trainee.
• Availability: Specific to Yukon as part of the federal-provincial agreement.
• Website: Canada-Yukon Job Grant

5. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund (IEDF)

• Overview: The IEDF supports Yukon businesses and entrepreneurs in developing innovative products and services, including those related to cybersecurity and technology. The fund can be used to cover the costs of hiring students or interns to work on these projects.
• Funding: Varies depending on the project scope and requirements; typically up to $15,000 per project.
• Website: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund

6. Yukon Summer Career Placement Program

• Overview: This program provides wage subsidies to Yukon employers who hire high school and post-secondary students for summer jobs that offer career-related experience, including in technology and cybersecurity sectors.
• Funding: Wage subsidies are provided based on the Yukon minimum wage, typically covering up to 100% for non-profits and 50% for private sector employers.
• Website: Yukon Summer Career Placement Program