Open
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 18,000
Timeline
- Open Date : November 6, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
Eligible employers can receive up to 80% wage coverage up to $18,000 for a new full-time or part-time placement lasting 3 to 12 months. The program supports training and work experience in environmental digital skills jobs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 6, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Hiring young professionals for environmental digital skills placements.
- Providing training and work experience in the environmental digital sector.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and medium-sized businesses.
- Canadian-owned businesses or Canadian subsidiaries.
- Not-for-profit organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations with 500 employees or more.
Eligible expenses
- Wage subsidy for the participant’s salary.
- Funding for eligible placements in a new full-time or part-time role.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants complete an online eligibility assessment and application.
- Both the employer and candidate are notified once pre-qualified.
- Funding is confirmed after the match is made and contracts are signed and returned within 15 days.
- Reports must be completed during the placement to receive the subsidy.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Employers interested in these programs are encouraged to compare the available options to determine the best fit for their needs and goals.
- Funding is primarily aimed at stimulating career pathways within the environmental sector and enhancing digital skills among youth.
- Some programs focus specifically on assisting underrepresented groups such as Indigenous youth, individuals with disabilities, or those living in rural or remote areas.
- Programs are designed to help employers reduce initial staffing costs while providing meaningful work experiences for young professionals and students.
- Partners involved in providing these programs include post-secondary institutions, enhancing the alignment between education and job market needs.
- The continued development of the French version of the program's website indicates a commitment to broader accessibility and engagement.
Documents and links
Frequently Asked Questions about the ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth. 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 ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth?
Eligible employers can receive up to 80% wage coverage up to $18,000 for a new full-time or part-time placement lasting 3 to 12 months. The program supports training and work experience in environmental digital skills jobs.
How much funding can be received?
ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $18,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth program?
To be eligible for the ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth program, you must:
SMEs with under 500 employees
New environmental digital role
At least 3 months
What expenses are eligible under ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth?
Hiring young professionals for environmental digital skills placements.
Providing training and work experience in the environmental digital sector.
Where is the ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth available?
The ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth program is available across Canada.
Is the ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth?
ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth is funded by ECO Canada (ECO)