EHRC — Discovering Potential
- Open Date : April 1, 2021
- Closing date : March 31, 2026
Overview
The Discovering Potential Program, funded by the Government of Canada’s Science and Technology Internships Program, provides up to $22,000 in subsidies to employers in the electricity industry who create meaningful internships or training opportunities for youth. Eligible activities include internships or training in STEM fields that promote positive environmental outcomes in the electricity/natural resources sector.
At a glance
Funding available
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
- Maximum amount : 22,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
- Open Date : April 1, 2021
- Closing date : March 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
- Utilities
- Canada
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Rural / Remote communities
- All structures
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next steps
Activities funded
This grant supports projects that create internships or training opportunities for youth in the electricity and natural resources sectors, with a focus on enhancing career skills and promoting positive environmental outcomes.
- Internships providing meaningful employment in electricity/natural resources sectors.
- Training programs supporting youth facing employment barriers in the electricity industry.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible applicants for this grant program include employers or training organizations in the electricity sector that meet certain criteria. These include firms whose primary activities involve the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, organizations involved in renewables and related R&D, business development activities, and other entities that contribute to the electricity sector. Also included are indigenous organizations, various levels of government and their agencies, and those that provide internships or training opportunities in STEM and environmental fields for youth.
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for the grant include costs associated with wage and training reimbursements for participants.
- 75% of the participant’s gross wage up to a maximum of $24,000 in subsidies per participant.
- 100% reimbursement of the participant’s training costs up to a maximum of $24,000.
Eligible geographic areas
The Discovering Potential grant is available to companies situated within Canada. Eligible locations reflect the program's aim to support organizations in various parts of the country.
- Organizations incorporated or registered in Canada, including for-profit and not-for-profit entities.
- Indigenous organizations and groups across Canadian territories.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The program is currently at capacity and is not accepting new applications; interested employers can be placed on a waitlist by contacting the program manager.
- Employers must develop a Formal Learning Plan with the participant before the start of the placement/training.
- The program offers additional funding for opportunities supporting indigenous youth, participants with disabilities, or those in Northern, rural, or remote communities.
- Employers must provide proof of employment and other related documentation to EHRC upon request.
- Monthly financial claims and progress reports for each participant are necessary for reimbursement.
- Participants receive a free professional skills training course as part of the program.
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