Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG)

Q: How much funding can be received?

Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG)?

Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) is funded by Government of Alberta

Q: Who is eligible for the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) program?

To be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) program, you must: • Must be a private sector employer (incorporated or unincorporated business or partnership) • Must have current or potential employees who need training for current or future positions

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG)?

You can contact Government of Alberta or by phone at 780-638-9424.

Q: Where is the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) available?

The Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) program is available the province of AB.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) program.

Last Update: August 25, 2025

AB, Canada

Supports employer-led training to enhance workforce productivity skills

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Opening Soon

Overview

The Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) supports employers with funding of up to $10,000 per trainee per year to enhance employee productivity through targeted skills training. This government program reimburses costs related to eligible training activities—such as tuition, course fees, and materials—aimed at improving business process management, technical expertise, and digital skills.

Financing terms and conditions

Government funding covers 50% of eligible training costs for existing employees, up to a maximum of $5,000 per employed trainee per fiscal year.
If hiring and training an unemployed Albertan, government funding covers up to 75% of eligible training costs, up to a maximum of $10,000 per trainee per fiscal year.
Employers can receive up to $100,000 in total funding per fiscal year.

Activities funded

Training employees in business process and operations management to improve and optimize workplace processes and resource management.
Providing technical skills development programs that enhance efficiency, quality, and problem-solving capabilities.
Delivering training focused on digital and technological skills, enabling employees to effectively use and manage digital tools and technologies.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 41,000

Implementation of bilingual online booking platform for dental clinic

$ 60,000

Upgrade of inclusive access ramps and facilities at childcare center

$ 67,000

Purchase of energy-efficient bakery ovens and staff training

$ 36,000

Adoption of compostable packaging for fair trade coffee roasting

$ 32,000

Pilot delivery of digital art workshops for at-risk youth

$ 47,000

Expansion of mobile bike repair service using electric cargo bikes

Eligibility

The applicant must be an employer operating in the private sector (incorporated or unincorporated businesses, partnerships), non-profit sector, or a First Nations or Metis Settlement.
The applicant company must have current or potential employees who require training to fill current or future positions.
The proposed training must enhance productivity skills relevant to the business needs and be completed within Alberta.
The employer must select a third-party training provider that is separate and distinct from the employer.

Who is eligible?

Private sector employers (incorporated or unincorporated businesses and partnerships)
Non-profit sector employers
First Nations employers
Metis Settlements

Who is not eligible

Companies that act as their own training providers (the employer applicant cannot be the training provider).
Training providers applying on behalf of their own employees (trainees cannot be employees of the training provider).

Eligible expenses

Tuition or course fees charged by the training provider
Textbooks or software required for the training
Examination fees related to the training
Approved travel costs necessary for training
Other supplies and materials directly relevant to the training course (excluding regular business operation materials)

Eligible geographic areas

Companies located in Alberta.

How to apply

Read the applicant guidelines

Review the official Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant Applicant Guidelines carefully
Understand eligibility criteria and application requirements

Set up your Organization Account

Ensure you have an updated Alberta.ca Account for Organizations
Invite necessary staff and join them to the Organization Account
Do not share passwords or reuse accounts

Register your business on the portal

Log in to the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant Portal
Register your business in the portal before the application period opens
Verify eligibility after registration

Wait for registration approval

Wait for a registration approval email from the portal
Check your portal account for registration status updates

Submit your grant application

Apply to the CAPG through the portal once applications open
Complete and submit all required application information and documentation

Additional information

The CAPG application process is scheduled to open in fall 2025.
Employers must register their business on the CAPG portal prior to application opening in September to ensure eligibility.
Online webinar information sessions are available for both employers and training providers, with advance registration required.
Trainees do not need an Alberta.ca Account to participate in the program.

Contacts

780-638-9424

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG). 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.