How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 30000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the MiHR — Green Jobs?

MiHR — Green Jobs is funded by Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR)

What are MiHR — Green Jobs's eligibility criterias?

Organizations must submit a detailed job description, training plan, recruitment plan, and participant compensation costs in the application. Organizations must provide evidence of the environmental impact of the role being applied for.

MiHR — Green Jobs

Last Update: January 24, 2025

Canada

Green Jobs Program supports eco-friendly mining youth employment

MiHR — Green Jobs at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

Grant Providers

Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR)

Status

Open

Overview of the MiHR — Green Jobs program

The Green Jobs Program by MiHR provides job-ready youth with meaningful work experience in mining, focusing on clean technology and innovation, with the aim of delivering environmental benefits to Canada. The maximum wage subsidy available is $24,000 for job-ready youth or up to $30,000 for Indigenous Youth, Youth living with a disability, and Northern and Remote Youth.

Financing terms and conditions

The MiHR Green Jobs Program offers structured financing through wage subsidies to support youth employment in environmentally beneficial roles within the mining industry. The modalities provide financial incentives for hiring organizations to engage job-ready youth, particularly from underrepresented groups.

Maximum wage subsidy of $24,000 for job-ready youth placements.
Enhanced maximum wage subsidy of up to $30,000 targeting Indigenous Youth, Youth living with a disability, and Northern and Remote Youth.
Financial coverage intended to support participant compensation costs, inclusive of wages, MERC’s, and related training expenses.
Ensures flexibility for hiring organizations to tailor wage subsidies to specific participant demographics within the set financial limits.

Eligible projects & activities

MiHR's Green Jobs Program focuses on providing job-ready youth with opportunities in the mining sector that emphasize clean technology and innovations, thereby aiming to ensure positive environmental benefits for Canada. Eligible projects are centered around these core activities to drive ecological advancements within the industry.

Placement opportunities that focus on clean technology in mining operations.
Training programs highlighting innovative methods that contribute to environmental sustainability.

Eligibility criteria of the MiHR — Green Jobs program

To be eligible for this grant, organizations must meet specific criteria related to their hiring practices and environmental focus.

Organizations must have the ability to provide job-ready youth with work experience that focuses on clean technology and innovation.
Organizations must aim to achieve environmental benefits in Canada through their operations.
Organizations cannot hire participants who are former employees of the organization.
Each job opportunity requires a separate application.
Organizations must participate in the MiHR's Green Jobs Program.

Who is eligible?

The Green Jobs Program is open to organizations that can deliver job placements or training opportunities focused on clean technology and innovation in the mining sector, benefiting Canada's environment. Eligible applicants include:- Mining employers- Technology companies- Non-profit organizations- Indigenous organizations or governments- Municipal governments- Academic institutionsThese organizations must be able to provide work placements of up to 12 months for job-ready youth, including Indigenous youth, youth with disabilities, and those in Northern and Remote areas.

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for the MiHR’s Green Jobs Program include costs related to participant compensation and training.

Participant wages.
Mandatory Employment Related Costs (MERCs), such as Employment Insurance (EI) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contributions, and vacation pay.
Training and placement related costs.

How to apply to the MiHR — Green Jobs program

Verify Eligibility

Ensure your organization meets the eligibility criteria set out by MiHR and Natural Resources Canada.
Review the Green Jobs Program's specific requirements and limitations.

Prepare Application Documents

Draft a detailed job description that includes the environmental impact of the role.
Develop a training plan outlining the skills and learning outcomes for the participant.
Prepare a recruitment plan detailing how you will source job-ready youth participants.
Calculate participant compensation costs, including wages, MERC’s, and any associated training costs.

Submit Application

Complete the application form through the MiHR online portal.
Ensure all required documents and information are accurately filled in and uploaded.
Submit the application before the specified deadline.

Await Application Review

Wait for MiHR to review the application, which will occur within 10 business days after the deadline.
Receive notification from MiHR regarding the approval status of your application.

Document Signing and Placement Initiation

If approved, receive the hiring organization agreement, the Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) form, and Participation Information Form (PIF) from MiHR.
Sign and return the agreement, the signed PIF, EFT form, and a void cheque to MiHR.

End of Placement Documentation

Complete the post-placement questionnaire with the participant.
Provide earnings statements or other necessary documentation for the final payment of the wage subsidy.

Additional information

Here is additional relevant information for MiHR’s Green Jobs Program:

Hiring organizations need to complete a "Participation Information Form" for starting the placement.
Specific payment details will be provided upon approval of the hiring organization.
A post-placement questionnaire is mandatory for both the hiring organization and the participant at the end of the placement.
Earnings statements or documentation for supporting the final payment of the wage subsidy are required from the hiring organization.
MiHR will notify applicants of approval status within 10 business days of the application deadline.