Clean Foundation — Green Jobs ### 📋 Eligible Entities - For-profit businesses operating in natural resources sectors (energy, forestry, mining, earth sciences) - Non-profit organizations in eligible sectors - Social enterprises with operations in natural resources industries - Indigenous businesses and organizations - Employers must be registered in Canada and in good standing with tax authorities - Sole proprietors and partnerships are generally eligible if operating in approved sectors ### 💰 Funding Details - Standard grant: Up to $25,000 per intern hired - Enhanced grant: Up to $32,000 per intern for youth classified as "furthest from employment" (may include Indigenous youth, persons with disabilities, long-term unemployed, or other vulnerable populations) - Funding structure: Non-repayable grant (does not require repayment) - Multiple hires: Organizations may hire multiple interns and receive funding per qualifying position - No matching requirement: Employer contribution not specified as mandatory; grant may cover full or partial salary costs ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Intern wages/salaries for the duration of the internship placement - Benefits and payroll contributions (EI, CPP, workers' compensation) - Supervision and training costs directly related to the intern's role - Workplace accommodations for interns with disabilities (if applicable) - Safety training and certification required for the natural resources sector role - Equipment or tools essential for intern job performance ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Sector requirement: Intern position must be in energy, forestry, mining, or earth sciences - Youth eligibility: Interns typically must be under 30 years old (age criteria may vary) - Employment duration: Internship must meet minimum length requirements (typically 6–12 months; verify with program administrator) - Job creation: Position must be new; cannot subsidize existing staff - Reporting obligations: Employer must track and report intern hours, wages, and learning outcomes - Compliance: All labor laws, minimum wage, and workplace safety standards must be met - **Cl