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Clean Foundation — Green Jobs
Subsidy to hire interns in the natural resources sector
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
The Green Jobs Internship Program, funded by Natural Resources Canada, offers wage subsidies of up to 75% of an intern’s salary, reaching a maximum of $30,000 for Indigenous youth, youth with disabilities, and those in northern or remote communities, and up to $24,000 for women and racialized youth. This program supports employment opportunities for youth aged 15 to 30 in the natural resources sector, including energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Rural / Remote communities
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Youth aged 15 to 30 who can work legally in Canada and are interested in gaining experience in the natural resources sector are eligible to apply for the Green Jobs Internship program. The program specifically targets Indigenous youth, youth living with disabilities, and youth from racialized groups or living in northern or remote communities.Eligible expenses
The Green Jobs Internship Program is focused on placing young Canadians in meaningful employment opportunities within the natural resources sector. Eligible activities for this grant include roles that advance the growth and innovation within sectors such as energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences.
- Internships in the energy sector focusing on renewable and sustainable energy projects.
- Roles in the forestry sector aimed at sustainable forest management and conservation.
- Employment opportunities in the mining sector with a focus on sustainable practices and technologies.
- Internship positions in the earth sciences that support research and innovation in geology and climate resilience.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant does not specify particular eligible geographical areas for company applications. It appears to be open to organizations across Canada, in various sectors relating to natural resources.
Additional information
Here is additional relevant information for the Green Jobs Internship program:
- The program has funded $6.9 million in wage subsidies and incentives.
- A total of 374 quality employment opportunities have been supported through the program.
- 30% of interns identified as Indigenous or as youth living in a northern or remote community.
- 76% of interns came from an underrepresented group indicating strong inclusivity efforts.
- Feedback from past participants and affiliated organizations emphasizes the program's value and impact on sector capacity and youth career development.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Clean Foundation — Green Jobs Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Clean Foundation — Green Jobs. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Clean Foundation — Green Jobs?
The Green Jobs Internship Program, funded by Natural Resources Canada, offers wage subsidies of up to 75% of an intern’s salary, reaching a maximum of $30,000 for Indigenous youth, youth with disabilities, and those in northern or remote communities, and up to $24,000 for women and racialized youth. This program supports employment opportunities for youth aged 15 to 30 in the natural resources sector, including energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences.
How much funding can be received?
Clean Foundation — Green Jobs Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Clean Foundation — Green Jobs program?
To be eligible for the Clean Foundation — Green Jobs program, you must:
Employers must operate within the natural resources sector, including energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences.
Where is the Clean Foundation — Green Jobs available?
The Clean Foundation — Green Jobs program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Clean Foundation — Green Jobs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Clean Foundation — Green Jobs is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Clean Foundation — Green Jobs?
Clean Foundation — Green Jobs is funded by Clean Foundation
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