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Equipment and Technology Advancement Program
Support for modernizing school welding programs
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Latest source updateLast Update: April 3, 2026Latest change: The Equipment and Technology Advancement Program has changed its application window status from open to closed, with calls-to-action updated to redirect applicants to a mailing list subscription.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: April 3, 2026
Latest change: The Equipment and Technology Advancement Program has changed its application window status from open to closed, with calls-to-action updated to redirect applicants to a mailing list subscription.
Equipment and Technology Advancement Program: Application Window Status Change
The Equipment and Technology Advancement Program has updated its application window status. Both the Welding Essentials Grant and Technology Enhancement Grant streams now display 'Applications are currently closed' instead of the previous 'Applications are now open' messaging. Call-to-action buttons have been updated across multiple sections of the program page. The 'Apply Today' links for both grant streams and the application form section have been replaced with 'Join Our Mailing List' subscription links. Additionally, the Consumables Notice Network section heading has been simplified from 'Looking For Consumables?' to 'Consumables Notice Network,' and the notice regarding limited supply availability has been removed. These changes reflect a shift in how the program engages with prospective applicants during the closed application period.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
April 30, 2027
Opened November 23, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Funding and support for secondary school welding and materials joining programs across Canada. It helps schools upgrade equipment, adopt new technologies, and strengthen training through the Welding Essentials Grant, Technology Enhancement Grant, and Consumables Notice Network.
Receipt of requests is now closed
Get notified about updates to this grant.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Other Education
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
- Fee-for-service model
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Launching new welding-enabled technology programs
- Expanding existing facilities and programs
- Introducing new welding and joining-related technology
Documents Needed
- Completed application and initial assessment form
- Overview of welding and joining programs currently in place
- List of other organizations or funding sources, detailed budget, and received quotes
- Pictures of the current welding-enabled technology lab and equipment
- Copy of the shop floor plan or blueprint and a signed commitment from your board superintendent/director of education
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Secondary schools
- Intermediate schools
- Junior schools
- Organizations providing training to school programs
Eligible expenses
- Essential tools, safety compliance, and educator training for welding programs
- Advanced technologies such as robotics, simulators, AR/VR technologies, specialized training, industry connections, and consultations with Technical Education Specialists
- Industry-donated consumables such as welding wire, metal stock, and safety gear
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) for welding and joining-related programs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Co-investment from regional industry partners
- Community and extracurricular utilization of programming and facilities
How to apply
- Complete the initial assessment form outlining the current state of the program.
- Submit the form.
- Complete a separate application outlining specific material needs if applying through the Consumables Notice Network.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications will be assessed by an advisory panel.
- The CWB Foundation will make funding decisions, which will be approved by its independent Board of Directors.
- Applicants will be notified once a decision has been reached, including approval, denial, or placement on a waitlist.
- Approved applicants will receive a written agreement for signature by school leadership and technology and board representatives, and the funding amount will be supported by a finalized budget and timeline for project completion.
- Funding recipients must provide purchase invoices and receipts, a completed and validated summary of expenses, a written summary of benefits, photographs or videos of completed improvements, annual feedback and updates, and notify the Foundation when funded equipment is no longer in use.
Additional information
- The program offers three distinct streams of funding and support: Welding Essentials Grant, Technology Enhancement Grant, and Consumables Notice Network.
- The list of eligible requests is not exhaustive.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Equipment and Technology Advancement Program Program
What is the Equipment and Technology Advancement Program?
Funding and support for secondary school welding and materials joining programs across Canada. It helps schools upgrade equipment, adopt new technologies, and strengthen training through the Welding Essentials Grant, Technology Enhancement Grant, and Consumables Notice Network.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on November 23, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Equipment and Technology Advancement Program program?
To be eligible for the Equipment and Technology Advancement Program program, you must:
Requests must support a new, expanded, or improved welding or materials joining program.
Technology investment requests must already have the required foundational equipment in place.
The application must clearly explain the impact on the program, instructors, students, and the school community.
What expenses are eligible under Equipment and Technology Advancement Program?
Launching new welding-enabled technology programs
Expanding existing facilities and programs
Introducing new welding and joining-related technology
Who can I contact for more information about the Equipment and Technology Advancement Program?
You can contact CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) by email at info@cwbweldingfoundation.org or by phone at 1-800-844-6790.
Where is the Equipment and Technology Advancement Program available?
The Equipment and Technology Advancement Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Equipment and Technology Advancement Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Equipment and Technology Advancement Program is a Grant and Funding