Funding Youth Internships in the Decentralised Energy Sector
February 15, 2022, Ottawa ON— Decentralised Energy Canada and EHRC (Electricity Human Resources Canada) are pleased to announce a new partnership to support organizations in the decentralised energy sector that are interested in providing employment opportunities for youth. The Discovering Potential program from EHRC facilitates the funding of organizations up to $25,000 per participant to develop skills and technical knowledge through internships and on-the-job training.
Employers within the decentralised energy space who are looking to build resilience in their companies can use the Discovering Potential program to develop skills the sector needs now, then bridge them into employment through subsidized work placement. This hands-on opportunity also demonstrates to young workers how choosing a career in this sector can have an impact on building a clean energy world.
“We see partnering with EHRC as supporting our members to achieve their talent recruitment goals while inspiring and equipping youth with skills for a career in an ever-growing sector.” Anouk Kendall, President, Decentralised Energy Canada.
“Decentralised Energy Canada creates network opportunities for start-ups through to market leaders. Their participation in this program will bring meaningful skills development opportunities to a range of youth who may otherwise not have seen themselves succeeding in this sector.” Michelle Branigan, CEO, EHRC.
For more information on EHRC’s Discovering Potential program or other EHRC resources, please contact info@electricityhr.ca.
About Decentralised Energy Canada
Decentralised Energy Canada (DEC) is a national non-profit industry association that acts as Canada’s market hub for the decentralised energy sector. We connect industry to national and international opportunities that accelerate the global transition to a sustainable, resilient, and affordable energy future. Visit www.deassociation.ca for more information and how to become a member.
About ERHC
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) is Canada’s most trusted source of objective human resources information and tools to help the Canadian electricity industry match workforce supply and demand. EHRC is a not-for-profit organization helping to keep the lights on in Canada by enabling a world-class workforce for the entire electricity industry.
Media Contacts
Aryn Guthrie
Marketing & Membership Manager
Decentralised Energy Canada
403-542-3992
Karen Tremblay
Manager, Marketing & Communications
Electricity Human Resources Canada
613-235-5540 ext. 241
tremblay@electricityhr.ca