Canada-Alberta Job Grant
AB, Canada
Grant for cost-shared employee training in Alberta
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Grant and Funding
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- Ministry of Labour and Immigration (AB)
- Government of Alberta
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Get up to $15,000 to cover 100% of training costs for hiring unemployed individuals or up to $10,000 to cover 2/3 of the training costs for other new or existing employees.
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The Canada-Alberta Job Grant is specifically for employers located in Alberta, Canada. This geographic restriction ensures the grant supports regional workforce development and economic growth within Alberta.
- Employers must be based in Alberta, Canada.
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$16,000
Technical skills training for existing employees
$9,500
Occupational health and safety training for new employees
$18,000
Advanced software development skills training for unemployed individuals
$12,800
Leadership development courses for mid-level managers
$9,800
Customer service training for new hires
$15,000
Skills enhancement program for unemployed individuals
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Eligibility for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant is determined by specific requirements related to the employer's profile and the employment status of trainees.
- Employers must have current or potential employees who need training to fill current or future positions.
- Eligible employers include private sector employers, including sole proprietors and partnerships.
- Non-profit sector employers are eligible.
- First Nations and Metis Settlements are eligible.
- The Agriculture Financial Services Corporation is eligible if in a community with a population of 100,000 or less.
- Alberta Treasury Branches are eligible if in a community with a population of 100,000 or less.
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This grant is available to various types of employers within Alberta who want to provide training to their current or potential employees to better fill positions within their company.
- Private sector employers, including sole proprietors and partnerships.
- Non-profit sector employers.
- First Nations and Metis Settlements.
- The Agriculture Financial Services Corporation, if located in a community with a population of 100,000 or less.
- Alberta Treasury Branches, if based in a community with a population of 100,000 or less.
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This grant is designed to assist employers with training costs and has specific eligibility requirements. It does not explicitly exclude any types of companies or industries based on the provided context.
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The Canada-Alberta Job Grant supports activities that focus on providing training to employees in Alberta to enhance their skills for current or future job roles. The eligible projects include training programs that lead to a credential and are conducted by third-party training providers.
- Training programs that consist of at least 21 instructional hours per trainee.
- Training that starts within six months of application and is completed within one year.
- Courses that result in a certification, grade, or record of completion.
- Training delivered either online, on-site, or in a classroom setting by a third-party provider.
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The Canada-Alberta Job Grant covers direct training costs essential for employee skills development.
- Tuition fees or instructional fees charged by the training provider.
- Mandatory student fees.
- Examination fees.
- Textbooks or software required for training.
- Other required materials directly relevant to the training course and distinct from materials required to run the employer's business.
- Eligible travel costs for participants and trainers when training is over 100 km one way within Alberta for small and medium-sized organizations.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant.
- Employer's demonstration of a genuine training need for current or future positions
- Alignment of the proposed training with the employer's business objectives and the skills needed
- Ability of the training provider to deliver the required training effectively
- Expected impact and benefit of the training on the employees and the organization
- Demonstration of employer's commitment to contribute financially to the training costs
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- Step 1: Read the Applicant Guide
- Download and review the Canada-Alberta Job Grant Applicant Guide to ensure understanding of the program requirements and eligibility criteria.
- Step 2: Complete the Application
- Access the Canada-Alberta Job Grant Portal.
- Complete the application form with details about the employer, trainees, and training program.
- Ensure all trainees submit their consent via email.
- Submit one application for all trainees taking the same training at the same time.
- Check for completion of all necessary fields to avoid rejection.
- It is recommended to submit at least 30 days before the training start date.
- Step 3: Receiving Payment
- Review the Training Completion checklist.
- Complete and submit the Training Completion Application form through the portal once all courses are finished.
- Consider requesting an interim reimbursement, if applicable.
- Complete the steps for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) if preferred for receiving payment.
- Documentation required if the employed trainee has paid for training costs initially.
- Submit within 30 days of training completion to avoid delays.
- Step 4: Access and Account Setup
- Create an Alberta.ca Account for Organizations.
- Ensure that each staff member needing access has an individual account.
- Additional staff must log-in and register with the grant system, email CAJG for grant transfers if needed.
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Here are additional relevant details for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant:
- Employee wages are not eligible training costs through the CAJG program.
- Employers may choose to receive two payment instalments by requesting an interim reimbursement.
- For interim reimbursement eligibility, all training costs must have been paid.
- The Training Completion form must be submitted within 30 days of finishing training.
- The Government of Alberta prefers payment via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for faster processing.
- Staff members accessing the portal require their own Alberta.ca Account, which must not be shared.
- The total instructional hours must be a minimum of 21 per trainee per application.
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jobgrant@gov.ab.ca
780-638-9424
Apply to this program
Canada-Alberta Job Grant: Boosting Workforce Skills
The Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) offers a significant financial partnership between employers and the government to enhance workforce training opportunities. This initiative enables employers to upgrade the skills of new or existing employees by contributing to a portion of the training costs, thereby supporting the development of a skilled and competitive labor force in Alberta.
Unlocking Workforce Potential with the Canada-Alberta Job Grant
The Canada-Alberta Job Grant provides businesses and organizations in Alberta an opportunity to invest in their workforce by subsidizing the cost of training current and potential employees. Supported by funding from the Government of Canada through the Workforce Development Agreement, the grant aims to bolster the skills and capabilities of the workforce, aligning with industry needs and fostering economic growth.
Employers participating in the CAJG can access substantial financial support, covering two-thirds of the eligible training costs, up to $10,000 per trainee each fiscal year. This assistance becomes even more generous when businesses opt to train unemployed Albertans, with the possibility of covering up to 100% of the costs, capped at $15,000 per trainee. Furthermore, each eligible employer may receive up to $300,000 annually, making this a robust opportunity to significantly enhance the skill set of an organization's team.
To qualify for the CAJG, training must be delivered by third-party providers, ensuring that the knowledge imparted is both impartial and professional. The program is specifically tailored to address various training needs, dictating that selected programs run a minimum of 21 instructional hours, result in a credential, and are completed within 52 weeks from commencement. Importantly, the program standards exclude self-learning models like DVDs, and mandate that training must substantively enhance participants' professional competencies.
Employers have the flexibility to choose from diverse educational formats suited to their unique requirements, including online, on-site, or classroom-based learning. This adaptability ensures that a wide array of instructional formats are accessible to businesses throughout the province.
While a broad range of employers can benefit from this grant, certain conditions and restrictions apply. Eligibility extends to private sector employers, non-profits, and designated public sector organizations, among others. However, individuals such as owners of larger enterprises, foreign temporary workers, and family members not in employment for more than three months with the applicant company are ineligible to be trainees under this program.
The application process has been streamlined through the CAJG portal, which requires an Alberta.ca Account for Organizations for employers to apply, track grant progress, and submit completion forms necessary for funding disbursement. The submission of applications well in advance, preferably 30 days before training onset, is encouraged to ensure requisite approvals and processing. Furthermore, the training completion protocol necessitates employer documentation within 30 days post-training, ensuring compliance and facilitating smoother financial transactions.
Amid a competitive landscape, the Canada-Alberta Job Grant serves as a vital mechanism to enhance competitive edge by investing in workforce development. Employers striving for growth recognize the program as a strategic investment vehicle that not only boosts employee productivity but also enriches the organization's value proposition to its clients and stakeholders.
Ultimately, the Canada-Alberta Job Grant represents a cornerstone of workforce development strategy in Alberta, embodying a commitment to both individual worker empowerment and broader economic prosperity. By alleviating the financial burden associated with continual learning, it fosters a culture of innovation and adaptability in Alberta’s labor market, ensuring that businesses remain agile and aligned with ever-evolving industry demands.
