Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: July 2026
Subsidy for hiring post-secondary students for paid work placements. Government covers 50 to 70 percent of wages. Connects you to talent and reduces hiring cost dramatically.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityStudent Work Placement Program (SWPP) is generally open to incorporated, self-employed, partnership businesses, in any province or territory. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Up to $7,000 per student. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Choose a SWPP delivery partner that matches your industry 2. Post a paid placement role 3. Hire an eligible student 4. Submit wage subsidy claim to the delivery partner
Rolling: align with academic terms.