Graduate to Opportunity (GTO) Program
About this program
Salary incentive program helping Nova Scotia employers hire recent graduates, covering 25-30% of first year salary and 12.5-15% of second year salary. The program prioritizes provincial strategic sectors including wind energy, oil and gas, seafood and agrifood, mining, defence/aerospace, housing/construction, and artificial intelligence/digital.
Eligibility
Nova Scotia employers (small businesses, start-ups, non-profits) in priority sectors hiring recent graduates into permanent full-time positions paying at least $37,500-$60,000 annually. Additional 10% subsidy available for graduates from equity-deserving groups including Indigenous peoples, African Nova Scotians, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, underrepresented women, and international graduates.
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Source: official program page at novascotia.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on September 17, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Graduate to Opportunity (GTO) Program?
Nova Scotia employers (small businesses, start-ups, non-profits) in priority sectors hiring recent graduates into permanent full-time positions paying at least $37,500-$60,000 annually. Additional 10% subsidy available for graduates from equity-deserving groups including Indigenous peoples, African Nova Scotians, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, underrepresented women, and international graduates.
What is the application deadline?
This program does not list a fixed deadline, so applications appear to be ongoing. Confirm on the official program page.
How much funding is available?
25-30% of first year salary, 12.5-15% of second year. See the official program page for full details.
How do I apply?
Apply directly through the official program page linked above. Ag Alerts is an independent service and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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