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Learn 2 Earn
Paid employment training and job support for Edmonton youth with barriers
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,800
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
Learn 2 Earn is an EmployAbilities program that supports Edmonton-area youth with mild disabilities and barriers to employment by providing paid job-readiness training and help securing work experience, with funding up to $15/hour for 6 hours/day over 10 weeks plus a $500 completion bonus. Eligible activities include a 10-week paid employment skills training stream (e.g., basic computer skills, customer service, Food Safe Level II, First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, resume and interview preparation) followed by 12 weeks of employment you secure using the skills learned.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,800 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participate in a 10-week paid employment skills training program (work readiness and workplace certifications).
- Complete a 12-week work experience period in employment you secure using the program’s training and supports.
Eligibility
Who is not eligible
- Employers/companies whose potential participants receive Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) (these individuals are not eligible for the program).
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Participation in the program if you receive Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH).
Eligible geographic areas
- Edmonton, Alberta (Edmonton-area).
Additional information
- Applications are currently closed; online applications are expected to reopen on March 20, 2026.
- The program is delivered in English and requires a solid understanding of English (spoken and written).
- Participants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, refugees, or protected persons.
- If you have limited English skills as a recent immigrant, you may be referred to The Newcomer Centre for support.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Learn 2 Earn Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Learn 2 Earn. 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 Learn 2 Earn?
Learn 2 Earn is an EmployAbilities program that supports Edmonton-area youth with mild disabilities and barriers to employment by providing paid job-readiness training and help securing work experience, with funding up to $15/hour for 6 hours/day over 10 weeks plus a $500 completion bonus. Eligible activities include a 10-week paid employment skills training stream (e.g., basic computer skills, customer service, Food Safe Level II, First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, resume and interview preparation) followed by 12 weeks of employment you secure using the skills learned.
How much funding can be received?
Learn 2 Earn Funds up to $6,800 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Learn 2 Earn program?
To be eligible for the Learn 2 Earn program, you must:
Edmonton-area youth with mild disabilities and barriers to employment.
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or protected person.
Good command of English (spoken and written); not eligible if on AISH.
What expenses are eligible under Learn 2 Earn?
Participate in a 10-week paid employment skills training program (work readiness and workplace certifications).
Complete a 12-week work experience period in employment you secure using the program’s training and supports.
Where is the Learn 2 Earn available?
The Learn 2 Earn program is available the province of Alberta.
Who are the financial supporters of the Learn 2 Earn?
Learn 2 Earn is funded by EmployAbilities