February 4, 2026

How are first year students defined?

First Year Students are defined as students registered in the first year of their program at a recognized post-secondary institution, regardless of that student’s age.
February 4, 2026

What is WIL (Work Integrated Learning)

As defined by Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL), work-integrated learning (WIL) is a model and process of curricular experiential education which formally and intentionally […]
January 21, 2026

Who are underrepresented groups?

Students from under-represented groups include: Women in STEM: Refers to a woman registered and in a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) program at a Canadian […]
January 21, 2026

What does net new mean?

In order to qualify for SWPP funding, employers must hire students to fill “net new placements.” Net new placements are any placements over and above those […]
January 20, 2026

What is a wage subsidy?

A wage subsidy provides financial reimbursement to employers who hire eligible job seekers.
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