Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program?

Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program is funded by Government of Alberta

Q: Who is eligible for the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program program?

To be eligible for the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program program, you must: • The applicant must be an Indigenous organization, such as a First Nation, Tribal or regional organization, Métis representative group, or other Indigenous employer. • Eligible projects must include formal training designed to meet participant and industry needs.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program?

You can contact Government of Alberta.

Q: Where is the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program available?

The Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program program is available the province of AB.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

AB, Canada

Funding for group training projects to support Indigenous communities

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : October 10, 2023

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Government of Alberta

Program status

Open

Overview

Eligible Indigenous organizations could receive a grant to assist unemployed or under-employed individuals with skills training and work experience.

Activities funded

Development and delivery of occupational training programs.
Partnership-driven projects addressing specific skill gaps in the job market.
Initiatives incorporating work experience placements for participants.
Customized training solutions based on participant needs and industry requirements.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 8,000

Offering healthcare administration training to Indigenous women

$ 8,500

Providing culinary arts training to unemployed Indigenous women

$ 7,500

Offering carpentry skills training to Indigenous men

$ 8,000

Offering IT skills training to Indigenous youth

$ 7,000

Providing construction skills training for Indigenous youth

$ 9,000

Providing renewable energy training for Indigenous People

Eligibility

Eligible applicants for this grant must meet specific criteria related to their status and partnership with other entities.

The applicant must be an Indigenous organization, which can include First Nations on or off reserve, Tribal or regional organizations.
Métis entities, including those on or off Settlements, or Métis representative groups, are also eligible.
Other Indigenous organizations and employers can apply.

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships grant include Indigenous organizations such as:1. First Nations, whether on or off reserve.2. Tribal or regional organizations.3. Métis, both on or off Settlements.4. Métis representative groups.5. Other Indigenous organizations and employers offering training partnerships for Indigenous individuals.

Who is not eligible

Non-Indigenous organizations

Eligible expenses

The Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program encourages the creation of training projects that cater to the skills development needs of Indigenous individuals. These projects are designed through partnerships between Indigenous organizations, employers, and other stakeholders to enhance employability and sustainable employment opportunities for participants.

Design and implementation of group-training projects tailored to industry needs.
Provision of formal occupational training to improve employability.
Collaboration with employers to create work experience opportunities.
Customized training solutions addressing the specific needs identified by partnerships.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant primarily targets Indigenous communities and organizations within Alberta, Canada, as the program is managed by the Government of Alberta in partnership with the Government of Canada.

Indigenous organizations in Alberta, Canada.

Selection criteria

Alignment with the program objectives
Capacity of the organization to deliver the project
Quality of the proposed project design and implementation plan
Impact on Indigenous individuals and communities
Partnerships and collaboration with employers and other organizations

How to apply

Review Program Guidelines

Obtain and thoroughly read the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program Guidelines.
Understand the criteria and requirements for eligible projects and participants.

Initial Contact

Contact the Indigenous Partnership team at [email protected] for guidance on proposal development.
Arrange a meeting or call to discuss project ideas and clarify any questions regarding the application process.

Develop Project Proposal

Collaborate with employers and other partners to design a project tailored to participant and industry needs, including formal occupational training.
Ensure the proposal clearly outlines the project objectives, expected outcomes, and benefits for Indigenous participants.

Prepare Documentation

Gather supporting documents such as letters of intent from partners, training syllabi, and budgets.
Prepare any additional material required by the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program Guidelines.

Submit Proposal

Submit the completed project proposal and supporting documents to the Indigenous Partnership team via the specified email address.
Proposals are accepted on an ongoing basis, so ensure that all materials comply with current guidelines.

Confirmation of Receipt

Await confirmation of receipt from the Indigenous Partnership team.
Follow up if confirmation is not received within a reasonable time frame.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Proposals are accepted on an ongoing basis, allowing for flexibility in submission timing.
The guidelines for this program specifically supersede any content found in the Alberta Works Online Manual, indicating they take precedence.

Documents and links

Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program. 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 Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program?

The Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program funds activities aimed at equipping Indigenous individuals with skills for sustainable employment. Projects are designed in collaboration with industry needs and focus on providing formal training and work experience opportunities. Development and delivery of occupational training programs. Partnership-driven projects addressing specific skill gaps in the job market. Initiatives incorporating work experience placements for participants. Customized training solutions based on participant needs and industry requirements.