Canada Summer Jobs 2025: Call for Applications

Submit your CSJ 2025 application

Reminder!

The annual Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program Call for Applications is now open until December 19, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Standard Time).

This year, the deadline is before the holiday season. Don’t risk missing out on this opportunity to access funding for summer youth employment—apply today for Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) funding!

What is the Canada Summer Jobs Program?

The Canada Summer Jobs program is a government initiative that provides 70,000 quality job opportunities for youth during the 2025 summer season. By participating in this program, employers can support youth in gaining valuable work experience, developing new skills, and connecting with the labor market.

The program offers wage subsidies to eligible employers to create summer employment opportunities for individuals aged 15 to 30 years old. Jobs funded through this program can take place between April 21, 2025, and August 30, 2025.

How to Apply

1. Prepare Your Application

Review the Applicant Guide for detailed information on demonstrating the quality of your proposed job placements and strengthening your application.

2. Log in to GCOS

Submit your application through the Grants and Contributions Online Services (GCOS) platform. If you don’t have an account, register with your organization’s Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) business number.

3. Attend an Information Session

Service Canada is hosting virtual sessions to help applicants navigate the process:

December 2, 2024 – 2:00 PM AST
December 3, 2024 – 10:00 AM AST
December 11, 2024 – 10:00 AM AST
December 12, 2024 – 6:30 PM AST
December 13, 2024 – 10:00 AM AST
December 16, 2024 – 2:00 PM AST

4. Submit Your Application

Applications must be received by December 19, 2024 via GCOS, online form, or in person at a Service Canada Centre.

Please watch the video to learn more about creating and managing a GCOS account: GCOS video

CSCNL is Here to Support You

CSCNL recognizes how challenging it is for community sector organizations to navigate funding applications and how critical programs like the Canada Summer Jobs program are to hundreds of organizations in our province.

That’s why CSCNL has created this resource page to assist organizations in navigating the CSJ application process with helpful tips to build a strong application.

Additional Support

If you have any questions or require assistance, reach out to us at: info@cscnl.ca

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Together, we can create impactful summer employment opportunities for youth in our communities!