The provincial government has announced $120 million for a new wage subsidy program to support students working over the summer.
The Summer Student Recovery Plan will enable employers to hire up to 5 students, and subsidize up to $7 of an hourly wage, for a maximum of $5,000 per student. The program is open during the period of May 1st to September 4th.
Manitoba students aged 15 to 29 are eligible for the program.
In the first two weeks, priority will be given to Manitoba employers who do not qualify for federal government assistance programs.
In addition to the new subsidy program, Manitoba is also aiming to help post-secondary students by deferring payments on student loans.
The Premier says enrolment for the subsidy program will begin over the next few days.
