Youth Apprenticeship Summer Program (YASP)

The Youth Apprenticeship Summer Program (YASP) is an exciting 7-week wage subsidy program designed to pair eligible employers with students in Grade 10 or Grade 11 who are eager to discover a career path and jumpstart their career in the skilled trades.

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Students

During summer, you will spend 7 weeks gaining hands-on, practical experience directly from skilled professionals in their chosen trade. From working on real job sites to completing meaningful projects, you’ll learn by doing – and these hours are recognized as official apprenticeship hours. That means you are already on your way toward certification in your future trade.

No prior experience? No problem. This program is all about encouraging young people to give the trades a try.

Student Eligibility

To be eligible, students must:

  • Be enrolled in Grade 10 or 11.
  • Be eligible to work in Canada.
  • Have parental permission to participate.
  • Have a teacher recommendation.
  • Be available to work during July and August.

Student Application

Student applications for 2026 open on March 2, 2026. For information on the application process, visit YASP Student Applications.

Employers

By participating in YASP, you can:

  • Mentor and share your knowledge with a young, motivated apprentice.
  • Receive a 75% wage subsidy (based on minimum wage) for the 7-week employment period.
  • Enjoy a streamlined application and reimbursement process.
  • Boost your profile through Skills Canada NL during the 7-week employment period.
  • Network with other employers who share your passion for growing the skilled trades.

Employer Eligibility

To qualify, employers must:

  • Be registered and insured in Newfoundland and Labrador.
  • Have a certified journeyperson who can supervise and sign off on an apprentice’s hours.
  • Commit to employing an apprentice for 7 weeks during July and August (up to 35 hours per week).
  • Allow an apprentice to participate in 3 training sessions during the program.

Employer Application

Employer applications for 2026 open on January 5, 2026. For information on the application process, visit YASP Employer Applications.

YASP PRINTABLE RESOURCES

Youth Apprenticeship Summer Program (YASP) poster

YASP Employer Information Session poster

YASP WEBSITE:  www.YASP.ca

PROGRAM CONTACT:

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