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Learn 2 Earn

Q: How much funding can be received?

Learn 2 Earn Funds up to $6,800 of admissible expenses.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: Where is the Learn 2 Earn available?

The Learn 2 Earn program is available the province of Alberta.

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Learn 2 Earn?

Learn 2 Earn is funded by EmployAbilities

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Paid employment training and job support for Edmonton youth with barriers

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Grant and Funding

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.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Improve employee retention

Obtain certifications

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 6,800 $

Timeline

Unspecified

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

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

Participants must be youth from the Edmonton area who face barriers to employment, including mild disabilities.
Participants must have a good understanding of English (spoken and written), as the program is offered in English.
Participants must have an eligible status in Canada: Canadian citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or protected person.
Participants must be ready to take part in a complete skills development process leading to employment (training followed by work experience).

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).

How to apply

Check eligibility

Confirm you are an Edmonton-area youth with mild disabilities and barriers to employment
Ensure you have a solid understanding of English (spoken and written)
Confirm you are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or protected person
Confirm you are not receiving Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)

Wait for applications to reopen

Note that applications are currently closed
Plan to submit an online application when it reopens on March 20, 2026

Apply online

Submit your online application on or after March 20, 2026

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.

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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.