Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program
Highlights
This program is a fantastic opportunity for your business. By participating, you can support young, enthusiastic, and skilled students who are eager to learn and contribute. You get to work with potential employees on a trial basis before committing to them as apprentices, ensuring they are the right fit for your team.
Key Benefits:
- No salary required for students during the trial period.
- Students are covered for WSIB benefits, reducing your liability.
- Increase your company's visibility within the community by participating in this program.
Applying is straightforward, and the benefits to your business are substantial. By being approved, you gain access to motivated individuals who can bring fresh perspectives and skills to your operations. This program is designed to be easy to qualify for, making it a seamless addition to your business strategy.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Wage Subsidy
Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
- There are no repayment terms or interest rates. This is a subsidy, not a loan.
Eligible Expenses:
- Wages for hiring students or potential employees during their apprenticeship period.
- Costs associated with training and development of the apprentices.
- Any necessary materials or equipment required for the apprenticeship.
Use of Funds:
- Funds can be used to support the wages of young, enthusiastic, and skilled students.
- Funds can be allocated to training and development costs.
- Funds can be used for necessary materials or equipment for the apprenticeship.
Restrictions on Use of Funds:
- Funds cannot be used for non-apprenticeship related expenses.
- Funds cannot be used for any other business operations outside of the apprenticeship program.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with this wage subsidy program.
Qualifications
- Must be willing to support young, enthusiastic, and skilled students.
- Must be open to working with a student/potential employee on a trial basis before committing to them as an apprentice.
Must be located within the jurisdiction of one of the following school boards:
- Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board
- Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario
- Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est
- Conseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario (CEPEO)
- Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l'Est ontarien (CSDCEO)
- Hastings & Prince Edward District School Board
- Limestone District School Board
- Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB)
- Ottawa Catholic School Board
- Renfrew County Catholic District School Board (RCCDSB)
- Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB)
- Upper Canada District School Board (EAST)
- Upper Canada District School Board (WEST)
- Algoma District School Board
- Conseil scolaire catholique du Nouvel-Ontario
- Conseil scolaire catholique Franco-Nord
- Conseil scolaire de district catholique des Aurores Boréales
- Conseil scolaire catholique de district des Grandes Rivières
- Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord
- Conseil scolaire public du Nord-Est de l'Ontario (CSPNE)
- District School Board Ontario North East
- Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board
- James Bay Lowlands District School Board
- Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB)
- Kenora Catholic District School Board
- Lakehead District School Board
- Near North District School Board
- Nipissing First Nation (Nbisiing Secondary School)
- Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board
- Northeastern Catholic District School Board
- Rainbow District School Board
- Rainy River District School Board
- Sudbury Catholic District School Board
- Superior-Greenstone District School Board
- Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board
- Avon Maitland District School Board
- Bluewater District School Board
- Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board
- Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board
- Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
- Conseil scolaire catholique Providence
- Conseil scolaire Viamonde
- District School Board of Niagara
- Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
- Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB)
- Durham District School Board
- Edvance Christian Schools Association
- Grand Erie District School Board
- Greater Essex County District School Board
- Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB)
- Halton District School Board
- Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board
- Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board
- Huron Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB)
- Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
- Lambton Kent District School Board
- London District Catholic School Board
- Niagara Catholic District School Board
- Peel District School Board
- Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board
- Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB)
- Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB)
- St. Clair Catholic District School Board
- Thames Valley District School Board
- Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB)
- Toronto District School Board
- Trillium Lakelands District School Board
- Upper Grand District School Board
- Waterloo Catholic District School Board
- Waterloo Region District School Board
- Wellington Catholic District School Board
- Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board
- York Catholic District School Board
- York Region District School Board
Disqualifications:
- None specified in the provided context.
Description
This program offers a great chance for your business to grow by training the next generation of skilled workers. You can receive financial support to bring young, enthusiastic, and skilled students into your workplace. This is a unique opportunity to work with potential future employees on a trial basis before committing to them as apprentices.
No salary is required for the students, and they are covered for WSIB benefits, which means less risk for you. This program helps increase awareness of your company within the community, potentially attracting more customers and future employees.
By participating, you not only help train future skilled workers but also gain the chance to evaluate their fit for your business without immediate financial commitment. This can lead to a more skilled and dedicated workforce for your company in the long run.
Program Steps
Select Your School Board: Visit the OYAP website and select the school board that your business is associated with. This will help you find the appropriate contact information for your region.
Contact the OYAP Recruiter: Reach out to the OYAP recruiter for your selected school board. You can do this by filling out the required information on the OYAP website, including your name, mobile number, email, company name, and a brief message.
Prepare Documentation: Gather the necessary documents to support your application. These may include:
- Business registration documents
- Proof of WSIB coverage
- A brief description of the apprenticeship opportunities available at your business
- Any other relevant business licenses or permits
Submit Your Application: Send the prepared documentation and any additional required information to the OYAP recruiter. Ensure all forms are filled out accurately and completely.
Review and Follow-Up: After submitting your application, follow up with the OYAP recruiter to confirm receipt and address any additional questions or requirements they may have.
Participate in Orientation: If your application is accepted, participate in any required orientation sessions or meetings to understand your role and responsibilities as an OYAP employer.
Start the Apprenticeship: Once all steps are completed, you can begin working with the student apprentice, providing them with the necessary training and support.