This Employment Ontario program is funded by the Government of Ontario.
Register your company as a Youth Job Connection Summer Employer to receive referrals and qualify for financial hiring incentives.
Youth Job Connection Summer provides paid pre-employment training, job opportunities and mentorship to high school students aged 15-18. As an employer you have the opportunity to provide valuable work experience to high school students who are returning to high school or have graduated and will be attending post-secondary education in the fall. A financial incentive is available to help cover the costs of wages and training.
Program Benefits for Employers:
A YMCA Employment Services Job Developer will work with you to understand your needs and connect you with qualified candidates in your community.
To learn more about the NEW Youth Job Connection Summer program call 519-371-9222.
The Youth Job Connection Summer program also offers a financial incentive to employers looking to hire high school students during the school year. Students must be between the ages of 15-18 and attending high school. Placements during the school year cannot exceed 10 hours per week and must not overlap with school hours.