ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development

Q: How much funding can be received?

ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $15000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?

ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development?

ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development is funded by ECO Canada

Q: Who is eligible for the ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development program?

To be eligible for the ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development program, you must: • Must provide a full-time placement of 3 to 6 months in the environmental sector • Must secure a match with a pre-approved newcomer candidate • Must complete required reporting during the placement

Q: Where is the ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development available?

The ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development program is available across Canada.

Last Update: July 25, 2025

Canada

Money to hire a highly-skilled immigrant professional

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : January 13, 2023

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

ECO Canada

Program status

Closed

Overview

Receive 75% of wage coverage up to $15,000 in funding towards a newcomer's salary for placement in the environmental workforce.

Financing terms and conditions

Wage coverage of 75% up to a maximum of $15,000 for the salary of a participant in a new full-time environmental position lasting 3 to 6 months.

Activities funded

Training and development of newcomers for integration into the Canadian environmental workforce.
Facilitation of job placements for highly skilled newcomers in full-time environmental positions.
Implementation of mentorship and peer networking initiatives for newcomers in the environmental sector.
Workforce development programs that help employers access and integrate international talent.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 15,000

Hiring a newcomer as an environmental technician with full training

$ 13,500

Integrating a newcomer into a full-time role in sustainable agriculture

$ 15,000

Incorporating a newcomer into our eco-friendly waste recycling program

$ 15,000

Training and employing a newcomer in waste management services

$ 15,000

Hiring a newcomer for a renewable energy project coordinator

$ 14,250

Employing and training a newcomer in the role of conservation assistant

Eligibility

The employer must offer a new full-time position in the environmental sector with a duration of 3 to 6 months.
The employer must sign and return contract agreements within 15 days of being issued after a match is confirmed with a pre-approved candidate.
The employer must be willing to complete required reports throughout the placement to receive the wage subsidy.

Who is eligible?

Environmental sector companies
Employers looking to hire newcomers into environmental roles

Eligible expenses

Wages for eligible participants in new full-time environmental positions (with 75% wage coverage up to $15,000 for placements of 3 to 6 months).

Eligible geographic areas

Companies located in Canada.

How to apply

Apply Online (Eligibility Assessment)

Fill out the eligibility assessment form available on the program's website.
Complete the application form online with accurate details about the participant or employer.

Get Approved (Confirmation)

Receive a confirmation email if pre-qualified for the program.
Follow any additional instructions provided in the confirmation email.

Training (Engage in Program)

Begin the Essential Skills Training Certificate program available on demand.
Participate in virtual discussions to support the job search process.

Recruitment (Find Placement)

Find a placement independently or select a candidate from the EFTD pre-approved list.
Employers can bring their own candidates or use the program's resources to find one.

Secure Funding (Contract Agreement)

Establish a match between the employer and the candidate.
Sign and return the contract agreements issued within 15 days.

Receive Funding (Placement Completion)

Complete the training requirements and finalize reports as needed.
Receive the wage subsidy, covering 75% up to $15,000 of the participant's salary upon successful report submission.

Additional information

The program is currently closed, and applications are not being accepted at this time.
Updates regarding funding opportunities are shared through ECO Canada’s newsletter.
A French version of the program website is under development and will be available soon.
ECO Canada has extensive experience in funding workforce programs within the Canadian environmental sector.

Documents and links

ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development

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Frequently Asked Questions about the ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development. 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.