Open
People & Talent Program - Indigenous Workforce Development Stream
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Supports internships for Indigenous job seekers and employers.
Wage Subsidies And Interns
Overview
This program offers up to 90% of an Indigenous intern’s salary and MERCs, with a maximum of $35,000 per year. It aims to develop Indigenous workforce skills through paid internships in Northern Ontario.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 29,000
Developing digital marketing skills through internship program
$ 31,000
Community renewable energy project implementation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employers in Northern Ontario looking to hire Indigenous interns.
Eligible geographic areas
Northern Ontario, including Algoma, Cochrane, Kenora, Manitoulin, Nipissing, Parry Sound, Rainy River, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, and Timiskaming.How to apply
Identify an eligible internship position.Prepare a project proposal including details of the internship.Complete the application form and gather supporting documents.Submit the application through the designated process within the program deadlines.Await review and funding decision, typically within 2 to 4 weeks.
