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Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES)
Funding for supports helping Albertans with disabilities overcome employment barriers
Last Update: March 20, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
DRES provides funding for supports and services that help Albertans with documented permanent disabilities overcome barriers to employment or education. Eligible expenses include assistive devices, American Sign Language interpretation, workplace modifications, and vehicle modifications for work-related purposes.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
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
- Job search supports to address barriers for those seeking employment or attending job interviews.
- Workplace supports to help transition into the workforce or maintain current employment.
- Education supports to assist individuals in pursuing education or training as part of their employment journey.
Eligibility
Who is not eligible
- Individuals attending Alberta Education (kindergarten – grade 12) funded programs.
- Individuals attending publicly funded post-secondary institutions in Alberta (for education supports).
Eligible expenses
- Assistive devices, equipment and technology such as specialized software, magnifiers and assistive listening devices.
- American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting and captioning services.
- Assistive services for education or training such as an academic aide or note taker.
- Communication and hearing devices related to work.
- Workplace access and modification.
- Vehicle modifications for work-related purposes.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Medical treatments and therapies.
- Items for daily living.
- Employment services such as job matching, employment and skills training, or wage subsidies.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Application review and eligibility assessment conducted by Alberta Supports.
- Decisions based on documented disability and employment or education goals.
- Funding agreement required before receiving supports.
- Payment arrangements coordinated through Alberta Supports Centre.
Additional information
- Supports are available for job searching, workplace transitions, and education or training purposes.
- Funding covers assistive devices, technology, sign language interpretation, and workplace modifications.
- Applications are processed through Alberta Supports Centres across the province.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES). 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 Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES)?
DRES provides funding for supports and services that help Albertans with documented permanent disabilities overcome barriers to employment or education. Eligible expenses include assistive devices, American Sign Language interpretation, workplace modifications, and vehicle modifications for work-related purposes.
Who is eligible for the Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) program?
To be eligible for the Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) program, you must:
Alberta resident with legal work authorization in Canada.
Age 16 or older.
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or Convention Refugee.
Employed or employment-destined with a documented permanent disability.
What expenses are eligible under Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES)?
Job search supports to address barriers for those seeking employment or attending job interviews.
Workplace supports to help transition into the workforce or maintain current employment.
Education supports to assist individuals in pursuing education or training as part of their employment journey.
Who can I contact for more information about the Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES)?
You can contact Government of Alberta or by phone at 780-644-9992.
Where is the Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) available?
The Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES)?
Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) is funded by Government of Alberta
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