CANADA GREEN CORPS
Science Horizons
(SH)
Who Are We
In partnership with Environment and Climate Change Canada, by providing up to 80% wage subsidies to employers across Canada, Science Horizons supports post-secondary graduates in gaining relevant and meaningful work experience in positions related to environmental science, technology, engineering and mathematics sectors (STEM).
These employment and training opportunities protect the environment and/or the adoption of clean technology.
Breaking Down Barriers
In order to reflect Canada’s rich diversity, Science Horizons partners with employers interested in hiring youth who identify as :
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Indigenous
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Youth with Disability
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Visible Minorities
Qualifications
Inclusive at the start of
the placement.
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Canadian Citizen
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permanent resident
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Refugee status
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Eligible to work in Canada
Full-time employment
(30 hours per week)
Participant Eligibility
Be 15-30 years of age
Inclusive at the start of the placement
Have completed post-secondary
Must be either:
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Canadian Citizen
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permanent resident and/or
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Refugee status
Legally able to work in Canada and according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations
Full-time employment
30 hours/week minimum
New hires after April 1st, 2022
Programme Overview
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All placements must be in a STEM field and protect the environment and/or the adoption of clean technology, but the position itself can be a non-STEM job.
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Up to 80% wage subsidies and up to $20,000.
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Placements last between 6 and 12 months.
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Wrap-around Services are available up to $5,000.
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Can include
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Training and Skills Development
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Transportation
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Childcare/Family Care
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Additional Supports
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Last day of placement funding is January 31st, 2023. Exceptions may apply.
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Funding is available on an extremely limited basis.
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Priority will be given to employers interested in hiring youth who identify as Indigenous, as living with a disability or as a visible minority.
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One placement per employer.
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No deadline to apply. However, placement funding is subject to availability.