Co-op Tax Credit
Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit
Hiring a co-op student from McMaster’s Faculty of Social Sciences could make you eligible for the Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit – a financial incentive designed to support employers who provide meaningful work experiences to students.
This refundable tax credit allows eligible Ontario employers to claim up to $3,000 per student, per qualifying work term. To qualify, the student must be hired through an approved co-op program and the work term must meet the criteria set by the Ontario government.
Eligible McMaster Programs
The following Social Sciences programs meet the eligibility requirements for the tax credit. If you hire a student from one of these programs, you can request a Letter of Certification to support your claim.
Undergraduate Co-op Programs
These McMaster undergraduate programs qualify for the Co-op Tax Credit:
Graduate Co-op Streams
These McMaster graduate-level co-op streams are also eligible for the Co-op Tax Credit:
Hiring Beyond Social Sciences
You’re not limited to Social Sciences students. By posting your job with our team, you can also reach students from other co-op programs across McMaster. Discover your options on the Hire McMaster website.
If you’d like your posting shared across multiple faculties, just let us know – we offer cross-posting services to help you connect with the right talent.
Supports for Co-Op Employers
Employers who have hired a Social Sciences student have access to these additional supports:
Applicant Confirmation Contact Us To Confirm
Do you want to verify that a McMaster applicant is enrolled in a co-op program that qualifies for tax credits?
Letter of Certification Reach Out To The Co-op Team
Have you already hired a student? Do you need to confirm the program’s eligibility and obtain a Letter of Certification from us for the tax credit?
Co-op & Internship Manager
Email: kerlong@mcmaster.ca
Location: KTH 129 (Student Services Office)
Employer Support & Resources
We’re here to make the process easy. Whether you’re posting a job, confirming eligibility, or navigating co-op requirements, our team is ready to assist.
- Learn more about hiring options on our Employer Homepage
- Start the posting process or ask questions by contacting Keri Long