grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
grant_single|grantors
  • ECO Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Get funding up to $18 000 to cover up to 80% of the cost of wages & training of an intern's salary for an environmental job of at least 3 months, requiring digital abilities.

grant_single_labels|projects

grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$18,000

Toronto
Developing an eco-friendly mobile app for waste management in Toronto.

$17,600

Montreal
Establishing a green energy education program in Montreal.

$18,000

Vancouver
Launch of an urban farming digital platform in Vancouver.

$18,000

Ottawa
Implementing a digital waste tracking system in Ottawa.

$16,800

Calgary
Creating an online marketplace for sustainable products in Calgary.

$18,000

Halifax
Developing a climate data visualization tool in Halifax.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The Youth in Natural Resources program helps train and fund youth (aged 15 to 30) looking to transition into or gain experience within the natural resources field. Eligible employers can receive 75% of the candidate’s wages covered up to a maximum of $18,000 for placements of up to 12 months.
  • Aged 15 to 30
  • Employers can receive 75% of the candidate’s wages covered up to a maximum of $18,000
  • Placements of up to 12 months

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Small and medium-sized businesses (< 500 staff) are eligible to participate in the program. Eligible companies must meet the size criteria to qualify for the funding.
  • Small businesses
  • Medium-sized businesses

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

There is no specific mention of ineligible company types in the grant context.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant. Employers can receive funding to cover a portion of the candidate's salary for a specified duration. Eligible expenses include:
  • Wage subsidy for new or vacant full or part-time positions
  • Training costs for young professionals
  • Support for transitioning youth into the natural resources field

grant_single_labels|criteria

The Youth in Natural Resources program has specific evaluation and selection criteria that determine eligibility for both employers and job candidates:
  • Employers must be able to offer placements related to natural resources and can receive funding to cover 75% of the candidate’s wages up to $18,000 for up to 12 months.
  • Job candidates, aged 15 to 30, should be seeking to transition into or gain experience within the natural resources field.

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Visit the ECO Employment Programs website
  • Step 2: Select the specific program you are interested in applying for
  • Step 3: Review the eligibility requirements for both employers and job candidates
  • Step 4: Fill out the application form to get started
  • Step 5: Wait for the program administrators to review your application
  • Step 6: If approved, follow the further instructions provided for participation

grant_single_labels|documents

ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth

Apply to this program