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Title:

ECO Canada Student Work Placement Program

Agreement Number:

016592636

Agreement Value:

$67,396,157.00

Agreement Date:

Sep 3, 2019 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

The objective of the WIL Initiatives is to drive systemic change in the skills development system at the PSE level, to effectively align technical, foundational and “work-ready” skills of PSE students with the skills required by Canadian employers – demonstrated by an increase in incremental and sustainable WIL opportunities in sectors targeted by the program; and the continuation of collaborative and innovative partnerships. .

Organization:

Employment and Social Development Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes of WIL Initiatives are; create new incremental and meaningful WIL opportunities (e.g. co-ops, internships, capstones, real-world business problem solving) for students in all disciplines;. PSE institutions and employers work collaboratively in supporting WIL opportunities for student groups that are traditionally under-represented including, women in STEM, Indigenous students, Persons with Disabilities, and newcomers; as well as first-year students; and sustainable and innovative partnerships are established with key stakeholders...

Location:

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2G0Y2

Reference Number:

141-2019-2020-Q2-00143

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

140454240RC0001

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Amendment Date

Sep 5, 2025

Recipient's Operating Name:

ECO Canada

Recipient's Legal Name:

Environmental Careers Organization of Canada

Federal Riding Name:

Calgary Centre

Federal Riding Number:

48004

Program:

Student Work Placement

Program Purpose:

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Initiatives have two primary purposes: .1) to be instrumental in the creation of new meaningful WIL opportunities for students enrolled in Post Secondary Education (PSE) institutions through the delivery of various types of financial supports including stipends or wage subsidies by delivery agents; and.2) to effect systemic change in Canada’s skills development systems by supporting partnerships between employers and willing PSE institutions to effectively align skills supply with employers’ demands, to facilitate innovation and improve Canada’s competitiveness. ...

Coverage:

National

Amendments:

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