ECO Canada — Compétences numériques pour les jeunes

📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in Canada - Non-profit organizations focused on environmental sectors - Social enterprises with environmental mandates - Indigenous businesses in environmental fields - Organizations must be legally registered and in good standing - Must have a genuine need for digital skills in their workforce - Employers in eligible environmental sectors (renewable energy, conservation, waste management, green technology, etc.) ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant amount: Up to $18,000 CAD per intern - Cost coverage: 80% of eligible salary and training expenses - Employer contribution: Minimum 20% cost-sharing required - Grant type: Non-repayable subsidy (not a loan) - Duration: Support for internships of minimum 3 months - Funding per organization: Multiple interns may be supported (subject to program availability) - No repayment obligations upon successful completion ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Intern wages/salary (80% covered, up to program limits) - Digital skills training directly related to the position - Certification programs in relevant digital competencies - Mentorship and supervision costs for the intern - Digital tools and software licenses for training purposes - On-the-job training materials and resources - Training must enhance environmental job competencies (GIS, data analysis, renewable energy software, etc.) ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Minimum internship duration: 3 months (full-time or equivalent) - Intern eligibility: Typically youth aged 18–30 (verify with ECO Canada) - Digital skills requirement: Position must demonstrably require new/enhanced digital competencies - Environmental sector focus: Role must contribute to environmental outcomes - Documentation required: Job descriptions, training plans, intern agreements, wage records - Reporting obligations: Progress reports and completion attestations - Matching funds: Employer must fund the 20% cost-share upfront or as agreed - Timeline: Applications reviewed on rolling basis; internship must commence within