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Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital
Supports internships and research partnerships in Southern Interior BC
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
ETSI-BC supports human capital development in the Southern Interior of BC through partnerships with post-secondary institutions, businesses, and research partners. The program supports internships, collaborative research, entrepreneurship centres, and tech transfer initiatives, with up to 75% co-funding for the first internship unit under the Mitacs partnership.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Student internships linked to business challenges and research projects.
- Entrepreneurship centres and tech transfer initiatives at post-secondary institutions.
- Collaborative research projects involving businesses and community partners.
- Annual partner gatherings to strengthen links between post-secondary institutions and industry.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Public post-secondary institutions.
- Businesses.
- Non-profits.
- Indigenous organizations and community research partners.
- Municipalities.
Who is not eligible
- Private sector for-profit businesses may be lower priority when applications are oversubscribed.
Eligible expenses
- First internship unit costs under a qualified Mitacs project.
- Additional internship units may be funded through Mitacs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Southern Interior of British Columbia.
- ETSI-BC service area.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by ETSI-BC after submission through Mitacs.
- Mitacs shares the Public Project Overview with ETSI-BC for review.
- Mitacs notifies applicants which projects will receive additional funding.
Additional information
- ETSI-BC works with public post-secondary institutions in the Southern Interior of British Columbia.
- Projects should identify whether they are Indigenous-led, Indigenous-benefitting, or Indigenous-informed.
- Priority may be given to existing partners and organizations with greater need if applications are oversubscribed.
- Additional internship units are supported only by Mitacs funding.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital. 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.
What is the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital?
ETSI-BC supports human capital development in the Southern Interior of BC through partnerships with post-secondary institutions, businesses, and research partners. The program supports internships, collaborative research, entrepreneurship centres, and tech transfer initiatives, with up to 75% co-funding for the first internship unit under the Mitacs partnership.
Who is eligible for the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital program?
To be eligible for the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital program, you must:
Projects in Southern Interior BC.
Partnership with a public post-secondary institution.
Aligned with Mitacs funding programs.
What expenses are eligible under Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital?
Student internships linked to business challenges and research projects.
Entrepreneurship centres and tech transfer initiatives at post-secondary institutions.
Collaborative research projects involving businesses and community partners.
Annual partner gatherings to strengthen links between post-secondary institutions and industry.
Who can I contact for more information about the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital?
You can contact Economic Trust of the Southern Interior (ETSI-BC).
Where is the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital available?
The Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital?
Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital is funded by Economic Trust of the Southern Interior (ETSI-BC)