grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDate March 1, 2023
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
grant_single|grantors
  • ECO Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Hire an intern for 6 to 12 months for an environmental science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) job and receive a subsidy up to $25,000 to cover up to 80% of their salary. Plus a potential of $5,000 for additional participant supports.

grant_single_labels|projects

This program is available to employers located in Canada. Eligible locations include businesses of all sizes that operate within Canadian jurisdiction.
  • Canadian-owned businesses.
  • Canadian subsidiaries.
  • Municipal governments in Canada.
  • Provincial or territorial government departments in Canada.
  • Indigenous organizations within Canada.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 25,000

Hire an intern to develop environmental education programs for schools

$ 23,000

Hire an intern to assist in a conservation project targeting endangered species

$ 25,000

Hire an intern to implement climate change mitigation strategies

$ 25,000

Hire an intern to conduct a marine biodiversity research project

$ 25,000

Hire an intern to develop green technology prototypes focused on solar energy

$ 25,000

Hire an intern to develop an urban greening initiative

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria that employers must meet to participate in the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program.
  • The employer must be Canadian-owned, a Canadian subsidiary, a municipal government, a provincial or territorial government department, or an Indigenous organization.
  • The employer must provide a new, full-time permanent position.
  • The position must be environmentally-related to the STEM field.
  • The funding will cover full-time placements that are 6 to 12 months long.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

The Science Horizons Youth Internship program is open to youth candidates who are aged 15-30, are post-secondary graduates, and hold Canadian citizenship, Canadian permanent residency status, or Canadian refugee status. For employers, this program is accessible to Canadian-owned businesses, Canadian subsidiaries, municipal or government departments, and Indigenous organizations that can provide new, full-time permanent positions in the environmental sector related to STEM.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant:
  • Non-Canadian-owned businesses
  • Non-Canadian subsidiaries
  • Entities not falling under municipal government, provincial or territorial governments department, or Indigenous organizations

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The Science Horizons Youth Internship grant focuses on engaging young professionals in projects that facilitate environmental advancements within the STEM fields. These activities are designed to foster growth and innovation while supporting the workforce transition of young graduates.
  • Creation and execution of projects related to environmental science and technology.
  • Development of innovative environmental engineering solutions.
  • Scientific research projects with a focus on environmental challenges.
  • Mathematical modeling and data analysis projects addressing environmental issues.
  • Implementation of environment-focused technological advancements in businesses.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The Science Horizons Youth Internship covers specific expenses related to the intern's employment.
  • 80% of the participant’s salary, up to $25,000, for a full-time position.
  • Additional participant supports, potentially up to $5,000.

grant_single_labels|criteria

Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:
  • Participants must be aged 15-30.
  • Funding is focused on the STEM field.
  • Participants must be post-secondary graduates.
  • Eligible candidates must hold Canadian citizenship, Canadian permanent residency status, or Canadian refugee status.

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grant_single_labels|otherInfo

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • ECO Canada provides additional support to the recruitment process through resources like a Job Board.
  • Employers are required to provide a new, full-time, permanent position as part of the eligible criteria.
  • The program is designed to enhance environmental career pathways and skill development.
  • Continuous reporting is required to maintain eligibility for wage subsidy throughout the placement period.
  • The program promotes mentorship and network building for young professionals in the environmental sector.

grant_single_labels|documents

ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI)

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