Indigenous Workforce Development Program

Indigenous Workforce Development Program2024-04-17T13:28:04-04:00
How do I recruit an intern that self-identifies as Indigenous for the Indigenous Workforce Development program?2024-11-23T13:47:26-05:00

NOHFC doesn’t give advice on recruitment. We recommend you consult with your own employment or HR advisors. You can also find useful information on the Ontario Human Rights Commission and Canadian Human Rights Commission websites, depending on your business’s location.

Who is eligible for a second-year internship?2024-09-09T18:39:33-04:00

You may be eligible for a second year when the intern must complete a minimum number of hours of professional experience that is greater than 52 weeks of full-time employment to obtain a certification, designation, or for a registered apprenticeship.

What is a fair and transparent selection/hiring process?2024-09-09T18:38:50-04:00

You are required to post a job advertisement in at least one public forum (e.g. job bank). NOHFC will require proof of the posting, including the opening and closing dates of the posting.

Can I hire an intern before I have submitted my application to NOHFC?2024-11-23T13:48:38-05:00

No.

Can we hire an intern before we receive a decision on our application?2024-09-09T18:35:42-04:00

If you hire an intern before getting funding approval and your application is denied, NOHFC is not responsible for any costs related to the intern. If your application is approved after hiring, NOHFC will only cover the intern if you can prove that the hiring process was fair and transparent, the intern meets the program guidelines, and all other program requirements are met. Exceptions might be made for apprenticeship internships.

What type of insurance is my organization required to maintain?2024-09-09T18:34:37-04:00
If you receive funding, you must show that you have the right insurance to run your business and employ the intern. This includes at least $2 million in commercial general liability insurance. You’ll need to provide an insurance certificate that names the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and its staff as additional insureds. The certificate should also include a cross-liability clause, contractual liability coverage, and a 30-day notice period for cancellations or changes.
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