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Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship

Q: How much funding can be received?

Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.

Q: Who is eligible for the Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship program?

To be eligible for the Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship program, you must: Legal entities incorporated or registered in Canada, including for-profit and not-for-profit organizations; Indigenous organizations and groups; or provincial, territorial, regional, and municipal governments. Must be able to contribute at least 20% of the total cost of each internship. Must have an established payroll system and be able to receive payments by direct deposit.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship?

This grant is available to companies throughout Canada, as long as they meet the specified criteria. There are no specific geographical limitations within Canada for applicants of this program. Companies located anywhere in Canada.

Q: Where is the Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship available?

The Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Q: Is the Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship?

Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship is funded by Clean Foundation

Subsidized intern to help combat climate change

Clean Foundation

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Funding available

$ 25,000

Timeline

Open Date : July 13, 2023

Location

Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

Hire an intern for a positions that help combat climate changes and receive a subsidy of up to 50% of their salary, maximum $25 000 or 80% for youth from employment equity groups.

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Opportunity Score

Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Obtain certifications or accreditations
Reduce environmental footprint
Develop workforce skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : July 13, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Location

Nova Scotia

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
Youth (<40)

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Higher Education
Environment
Employment and Training
Children and Youth Organizations
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

Children & youth
Young adults
Indigenous peoples
New immigrants & refugees

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Local
Municipal
Regional
Provincial
National

Next steps

Determine your project

Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant is available to companies throughout Canada, as long as they meet the specified criteria. There are no specific geographical limitations within Canada for applicants of this program.

Companies located anywhere in Canada.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible organizations include legal entities incorporated or registered in Canada, Indigenous organizations and groups, various levels of governments and their departments, public health, educational and cultural organizations, and individuals. The program encourages employers who can provide environmental-focused positions for young Canadians.

Who is not eligible

Legal entities incorporated or registered in Canada, including for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous organizations and groups, provincial, territorial, regional, and municipal governments, public health, educational, and cultural organizations, and individuals are all eligible for the grant.

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Eligible expenses

The Science Horizons Internship Program places young Canadians in engaging roles within the clean economy, reinforcing the workforce with skilled, job-ready individuals. This program supports organizations by providing significant wage subsidies and barrier alleviation funds.

Placement of young Canadians in environmental roles within the clean economy.
Provision of meaningful work experiences to youth to enhance their skills and career readiness.
Support for organizations through wage subsidies covering up to 80% of an intern’s salary.
Assistance for employment equity groups with higher subsidy rates.
Facilitation of diverse projects with a focus on clean technologies and sustainable practices.

Eligible geographic areas

The Science Horizons Internship Program subsidizes expenses related to intern salaries, training, and support for barrier alleviation.

Up to 80% of an intern's salary for youth from employment equity groups, to a maximum of $25,000.
Up to 50% of an intern's salary for qualified, job-ready youth, to a maximum of $25,000.
Barrier alleviation funds for training, certifications, personal protective equipment, transportation, childcare/family care, remote work supports, adaptive technology, etc.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The program requires employers to provide meaningful work experiences with an environmental focus.
The employer is required to have a formal training plan for mentoring the intern.
Employers must submit proof of the intern's salary each month signed by a CPA or authorized individual.
A mid-term check-in is mandatory to ensure the progress and growth of the internship.
A final subsidy payment is contingent upon the submission and review of all required documents and reports.

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