
ECO Canada — Foreign Talent Development
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
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
$ 15,000
Incorporating a newcomer into our eco-friendly waste recycling program
$ 13,500
Integrating a newcomer into a full-time role in sustainable agriculture
$ 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
1
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.
2
Get Approved (Confirmation)
- Receive a confirmation email if pre-qualified for the program.
- Follow any additional instructions provided in the confirmation email.
3
Training (Engage in Program)
- Begin the Essential Skills Training Certificate program available on demand.
- Participate in virtual discussions to support the job search process.
4
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.
5
Secure Funding (Contract Agreement)
- Establish a match between the employer and the candidate.
- Sign and return the contract agreements issued within 15 days.
6
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.
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