Information for employers

Could your institution use another set of hands? Hire a young Canadian through the Young Canada Works (YCW) program and receive support for your institution!

There are two streams of funding:

  • YCW in Heritage Organizations (YCW-HO): an employment program for students
  • YCW at Building Careers in Heritage (YCW-BCH): funds internships for young college or university graduates.

YCW is an important investment in the future of the museum industry, creating professional development opportunities for future colleagues, and supports the CMA’s strategic objective to strengthen the museum workforce today and for the future.

Now accepting applications for the 2021-22 program cycle

Application deadlines:

YCW-HO: February 5, 2021
YCW-BCH: March 1, 2021

Hire a graduate and receive support for your institution. Review the criteria and submit an online application through the YCW program portal. Click here for a full list of YCW program announcements.

Note: We highly recommend that you review our application tips prior to beginning your application.

Need help?

Apply to YCW and employ a talented student or graduate. The YCW program may cover up to 85% of their wage, as well as other expenses.

Visit our resources page for help to apply, manage and report on the outcomes of your YCW position. This also includes a collection of success stories, interviews and insights from previous program students and interns, as well as museum employers.

Investing in the cultural sector

The YCW program provides funding for jobs and internships in museums and heritage organizations as part of the Government of Canada’s Youth Employment and Skills Strategy.

The Government of Canada has created a dedicated page for program employers to learn more about the program offerings, application criteria and more.

This program is made possible by the Government of Canada.

Volunteer

The CMA recruits volunteer peer reviewers to evaluate submitted applications.

Click here if you are a Canadian museum professional (employee, volunteer, or retiree of a Canadian heritage institution) and would like to volunteer in an upcoming Peer Review Committee.

Learn more about the Canadian Museums Association

At the Canadian Museums Association, one of our objectives is to strengthen the museum workforce today and for the future.

Learn more about the CMA’s strategic plan, services and the work it does to support Canada’s museums.

Like what you see? Consider becoming a member.

Contact

Question about the program? Get in touch with a Young Canada Works program officer at ycw@museums.ca.