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Green Jobs Initiative
Wage support for youth green jobs
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,062
Timeline
- Closing date : April 11, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
Provides wage subsidies of up to $5,062 per youth to support one-year green jobs for youth. It funds green career-related positions offered by eligible local governments, Indigenous communities, and other sector organizations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,062 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : April 11, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Create one-year green jobs for youth.
- Support positions focused on green career-related activities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local governments, including municipalities, villages, towns, and regional districts
- Indigenous communities
- Not-for-profit environmental organizations and conservation organizations
- Museums, environmental science centres, and educational institutions
- Community NGOs, provincial NGOs, youth agencies, park authorities, and community centres
Eligible expenses
- Wages for youth positions supported under the program.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by CPRA.
- All applicants are notified of the funding decision.
- Successful applicants are notified by May 2.
Additional information
- Administered by the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association.
- Supported through Government of Canada funding via Parks Canada.
- The program is designed as a one-year initiative.
- It aims to support nearly 140 youth jobs.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Green Jobs Initiative Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Green Jobs Initiative. 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 Green Jobs Initiative?
Provides wage subsidies of up to $5,062 per youth to support one-year green jobs for youth. It funds green career-related positions offered by eligible local governments, Indigenous communities, and other sector organizations.
How much funding can be received?
Green Jobs Initiative Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,062 per project.
Who is eligible for the Green Jobs Initiative program?
To be eligible for the Green Jobs Initiative program, you must:
Canadian eligible organization
Youth green job position
Green career-related activities
What expenses are eligible under Green Jobs Initiative?
Create one-year green jobs for youth.
Support positions focused on green career-related activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Green Jobs Initiative?
You can contact Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA).
Where is the Green Jobs Initiative available?
The Green Jobs Initiative program is available across Canada.
Is the Green Jobs Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Green Jobs Initiative is a Wage Subsidies And Interns