Ottawa, April 21 -- Canada has launched the 2026 hiring cycle for its youth employment programme, offering up to 100,000 summer job opportunities for young people amid a tightening labour market.

The programme, aimed at individuals aged 15 to 30, will provide full-time, paid positions across sectors including recreation, food services, marketing, tourism, construction, environmental protection and digital technology.

Officials said the number of opportunities has increased compared to last year, as part of broader efforts to support youth facing employment challenges in a shifting global economy.

The initiative forms part of a $1.5 billion federal investment in youth employment programmes outlined in Budget 2025.

The funding is expect...