ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development

Money to hire a highly-skilled immigrant professional

At a glance

Overview

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000
75% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : January 13, 2023

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

ECO Canada

Status

Open

Overview

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

Eligibility criteria

The Environmental Foreign Talent Development Program aims to help newcomers in Canada overcome employment barriers. Eligibility criteria include:

Must be a newcomer to Canada
Must pass the eligibility assessment
Participate in the 4-week training program
Engage in virtual discussions to support job search
Find a placement with an employer

Who is eligible

Eligible companies for this grant include environmental organizations, companies in the environmental sector, and businesses seeking to hire newcomers in the environmental field. To qualify, companies should have a commitment to fostering diversity and supporting the integration of international talent.

Environmental organizations
Companies in the environmental sector
Businesses seeking to hire newcomers in the environmental field

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include:

Wages for participants in the program
Training costs
Recruitment expenses
Funding towards a candidate's salary

Eligible projects & activities

There are projects and activities eligible for this grant:

Training and funding support for newcomers in Canada to help them enter the environmental workforce.
Providing wage subsidies to employers for hiring newcomers in full-time environmental positions.

Evaluation & selection criteria

The Environmental Foreign Talent Development Program has evaluation and selection criteria that include:

Completion of eligibility assessment and application
Pre-qualification by email for participants and employers
Training completion, including the Essential Skills Training Certificate
Matching between employer and pre-approved candidate
Submission of signed contract agreements within 15 days
Participation in training program with reports throughout the placement

How to apply

Step 1:
- Fill out the eligibility assessment and application online.
Step 2:
- Upon pre-qualification, participants and employers will be informed via email.
Step 3:
- Begin training, including the Essential Skills Training Certificate, and engage in virtual discussions to support the job search process.
Step 4:
- Participants and employers find their own placement.
- Employers can select a candidate from the pre-approved list or bring their own.
Step 5:
- Secure funding once a match is confirmed between employer and candidate with signed contract agreements returned within 15 days.
Step 6:
- Receive funding which provides eligible employers with 75% wage coverage up to $15,000 for a participant's salary in a new full-time 3 to 6 month environmental position.
- Training must be completed with reports submitted by both employer and participant throughout the placement for the employer to receive the wage subsidy.

Documents and links

ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development

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Grant Summary: Environmental Foreign Talent Development Program

Detailed Explanation of the Environmental Foreign Talent Development Program

The Environmental Foreign Talent Development Program is designed to support newcomers to Canada in overcoming barriers to employment by providing training, funding, and opportunities to connect with employers in the environmental sector. The program offers participants essential skills training, access to professional networks, and the chance to secure meaningful employment in the Canadian workforce. Employers benefit from the program by gaining access to a diverse talent pool, receiving wage subsidies for hiring newcomers, and leveraging international experience for domestic innovation. The program is funded by the Government of Canada's Foreign Credential Recognition Program and aims to fill the growing demand for skilled professionals in the environmental workforce. Through this initiative, both participants and employers can enhance their workforce capabilities and contribute to the growth of the environmental industry in Canada. The Environmental Foreign Talent Development Program follows a structured process that includes an online application, eligibility assessment, training sessions, recruitment activities, and securing funding for successful job placements. Participants are introduced to Canadian workplace culture, build professional networks, and receive the Essential Skills Training certification to enhance their employability. Employers can receive 75% wage coverage up to $15,000 towards a candidate's salary, expand their expertise, save costs, innovate through diverse perspectives, and build dynamic teams. ECO Canada, the program administrator, aims to support environmental career pathways, skill development, and business growth by providing wage and training subsidies. Overall, the Environmental Foreign Talent Development Program serves as a valuable bridge for newcomers and employers in the Canadian environmental workforce, fostering diversity, innovation, and growth in the industry.