Huron-Bruce MP urges local employers to apply for Canada Summer Jobs funding

Huron-Bruce MP Ben Lobb is encouraging employers to apply for funding through the Canada Summer Jobs program to help create student jobs.

This program helps students gain the skills and experience they need to be successful, while earning money for the upcoming school year. It also supports local community priorities, such as agriculture, infrastructure and arts and culture through the hiring of students.

Funding will be available to not-for-profit organizations, public-sector employers and private-sector employers. Young people, ages 15 to 30, who are full-time students and intend to return to school the following school year, can qualify for these job opportunities.

Employers can apply on-line at www.servicecanada.gc.ca/csj or print an application from the website. They can also get an application by visiting any Service Canada Centre. Applications must be submitted between Jan. 4 and Feb. 26, 2016.

To help employers complete their applications, the Canada Summer Jobs Applicant Guide is available on-line, by calling 1-800-935-5555, or by visiting any Service Canada Centre.