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[Canada-Wide] Student Work Placement Program

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Access up to $5,000 in funding through the Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)

The Fall 2026 Funding Portal is open! If you’ve hired or plan to hire eligible student(s) between September 1 and December 31, 2026, submit your application(s) now. Review eligibility criteria and apply today. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait!

About the Student Work Placement Program

The Government of Canada’s Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) provides employers with funding support when they hire post-secondary students for paid work placements approved by the student’s post-secondary institution. As a SWPP delivery partner, Magnet has supported 40,000+ placements.

According to a recent survey of SWPP Employers:

  • Each student hire creates $401 in additional value each month for their employer
  • 79% of employers stated they would consider hiring the student for future employment

Hire & Apply all in one place

  • Post once, reach 125+ campus job boards.
  • Target students by region, school, or program.
  • Complete your SWPP application in the same platform.
  • Fully bilingual with step-by-step support.

VISIT WEBSITE to learn more and apply by Dec 31, 2026.

Live Info Session

Join a practical webinar to learn about SWPP, including eligibility criteria, how to apply, how to find students, and key timelines.

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  • Funder

    Magnet, Toronto Metropolitan University

  • Start Date

    Sep 01, 2026

  • End Date

    Dec 31, 2026

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