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People & Talent Program - Indigenous Workforce Development Stream

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the People & Talent Program - Indigenous Workforce Development Stream?

You can contact Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC).

Q: Where is the People & Talent Program - Indigenous Workforce Development Stream available?

The People & Talent Program - Indigenous Workforce Development Stream program is available across Canada.

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Supports internships for Indigenous job seekers and employers.

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the People & Talent Program - Indigenous Workforce Development Stream Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the People & Talent Program - Indigenous Workforce Development Stream. 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.