Closed
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Overview
Canada Apprentice Loan provides up to $4,000 in interest-free support per technical training period. It helps registered Red Seal apprentices cover training costs such as tuition, tools, equipment, and living expenses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Educational services
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Completing apprenticeship training in a designated Red Seal trade.
- Supporting technical training for registered apprentices.
Documents Needed
- Canada Apprentice Loan application and agreement.
- Banking information.
- Supporting documents requested with the application.
- Verification of disability form, if applying for RAP-D for the first time.
- RAP-D expense form, if disability-related expenses are being considered.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered Red Seal apprentices.
- Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and protected persons.
Who is not eligible
- High school students.
- Apprentices registered in Quebec.
- Applicants already receiving a Canada Student Loan for the same technical training.
- Applicants who have already reached the maximum funding or payment-free period.
Eligible expenses
- Tuition.
- Tools and equipment.
- Living expenses.
- Forgone wages and family support.
Eligible geographic areas
- All provinces and territories except Quebec.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after submission through the online service or by mail.
- You are notified of important changes to your application status through the online service.
- If approved, the loan amount is deposited electronically to a Canadian bank account in your name.
- You must accept the loan terms and conditions before receiving funding.
Additional information
- The loan is administered by the Government of Canada through the Canada Apprentice Loan Service Centre.
- Applicants can manage their account online, including checking status and updating contact information.
- Interest stopped accumulating on Canada Apprentice Loans as of April 1, 2023, but any interest charged before that date remains payable.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Apprentice Loan Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Apprentice Loan. 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 Canada Apprentice Loan?
Canada Apprentice Loan provides up to $4,000 in interest-free support per technical training period. It helps registered Red Seal apprentices cover training costs such as tuition, tools, equipment, and living expenses.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Apprentice Loan Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada Apprentice Loan program?
To be eligible for the Canada Apprentice Loan program, you must:
Registered Red Seal apprentice.
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person.
Enrolled in approved full-time technical training.
What expenses are eligible under Canada Apprentice Loan?
Completing apprenticeship training in a designated Red Seal trade.
Supporting technical training for registered apprentices.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Apprentice Loan?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at none or by phone at 1-855-844-5670.
Where is the Canada Apprentice Loan available?
The Canada Apprentice Loan program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Canada Apprentice Loan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Apprentice Loan is a Loans and Capital investments