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B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG)

Q: How much funding can be received?

B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $300000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG)?

B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) is funded by WorkBC

Q: Who is eligible for the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) program?

To be eligible for the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) program, you must: • Must apply using their own Business BCeID account • Must be a small, medium, or large enterprise in British Columbia • Cannot use third parties to submit applications

Q: Where is the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) available?

The B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) program is available the province of British Columbia.

Last Update: December 3, 2025

BC, Canada

Government financial assistance for workforce skills training in British Columbia

Grant and Funding

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Minimum amount : 300,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Rural or Northern Residents
Canadians

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Economic, Social and Community Development
Employment and Training

Target group

Rural / Remote communities
Business owners / entrepreneurs

Revenue structure

All structures

Scope

Provincial

Overview

The B.C. Employer Training Grant provides up to $300,000 in funding per employer annually to support skills training for current and prospective employees. The program is designed to help businesses adapt to changing labour market demands by subsidizing training activities that lead to increased job security or better employment opportunities.

Activities funded

Skills training for current employees to increase job security or advancement within the company.
Training programs designed to help unemployed individuals secure new job opportunities within the organization.
Training initiatives supporting employees affected by downturns in the forest sector, providing new skills or career prospects.
Programs aimed at facilitating employee progression from part-time, temporary, or seasonal positions to permanent, full-time roles.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 30,600

Launch a professional welding certification program for seasonal workers

$ 41,600

Conduct leadership skills training for mid-level managers at a social enterprise

$ 21,600

Facilitate transition to full-time employment for part-time healthcare aides

$ 34,560

Provide advanced digital marketing training for the marketing team in a startup

$ 14,800

Initiate customer service excellence training for part-time retail staff

Eligibility

The applicant must be a small, medium, or large enterprise based in British Columbia.
The company must create and use a Business BCeID account to submit its application.
The application must be submitted directly by the employer; third parties cannot apply on behalf of an employer.
The training project must support skills development resulting in increased job security or a better job for current employees, or a job for an unemployed person.
The employer must contribute a portion of the training costs and submit a reimbursement claim after training has started.

Who is eligible?

Small enterprises in British Columbia
Medium enterprises in British Columbia
Large enterprises in British Columbia
Businesses seeking to train employees or prospective new hires
Employers in the forest sector impacted by a downturn

Who is not eligible

Companies seeking to fund diploma or degree programs, in full or in part.
Employers wishing to apply through a third party, as applications must be submitted by the employer directly.

Eligible expenses

Costs of skills training programs for employees and prospective new hires.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses located in the province of British Columbia.

Selection criteria

Priority is given to first-time applicants.
Preference for small businesses.
Applications from regions and industries facing the highest challenges in acquiring skilled workers are prioritized.

How to apply

Create a Business BCeID Account

Identify Training Needs and Providers

Determine which employees need training and choose a suitable training provider.

Apply Online

Use your Business BCeID to log into the ETG’s Skills Training Grants System.
Complete and submit the online application using the system.

Await Decision

Most applications are processed within two weeks.
Training can commence prior to receiving a decision, but note the risk of bearing full costs if denied.

Begin Training

Start the training as planned, ensuring it aligns with the approved application.

Submit Reimbursement Claim

Submit a claim for reimbursement within 30 days after the training starts.
Ensure all documentation is provided to support the claim.

Additional information

Employers must use their own Business BCeID account for all applications; third-party applications are not accepted.
Participants need to submit their individual information forms prior to the employer’s application submission.
Priority is given to first-time applicants, small businesses, and sectors or regions facing significant labour market challenges.
Employers must pay training costs upfront and submit a reimbursement claim within 30 days after training begins.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG)?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG)?

Skills training for current employees to increase job security or advancement within the company. Training programs designed to help unemployed individuals secure new job opportunities within the organization. Training initiatives supporting employees affected by downturns in the forest sector, providing new skills or career prospects. Programs aimed at facilitating employee progression from part-time, temporary, or seasonal positions to permanent, full-time roles.