Closed
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : March 19, 2026
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
Strive 4 Work (EmployAbilities) supports adults with disabilities, mental health barriers, or medical conditions in Edmonton by providing career training and work experience to help participants move into employment, including a living allowance of up to $15/hour during the 10 weeks of in-person skills training. Eligible activities include attending 10 weeks of weekday training (communication, stress management, résumé/interview preparation, computer skills, job search strategies, and certificates such as Standard First Aid and Food Safety) followed by 12 weeks of employer-based work experience, with employers potentially eligible for a 50% wage subsidy for the first 12 weeks of employment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 19, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Hiring and onboarding a Strive 4 Work graduate in your Edmonton-area business.
- Participating as an employer partner by providing a work placement (work experience) for a Strive 4 Work participant.
- Creating a short-term employment opportunity for a Strive 4 Work graduate that may qualify for a wage subsidy during the first 12 weeks.
Documents Needed
- Valid photo ID
- Proof of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Level 5 or higher (speaking, reading, and writing)
- Proof of completion from a recovery centre (if applicable)
- Medical clearance related to substance use recovery (if applicable)
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employers in the Edmonton region looking to hire Strive 4 Work graduates
Eligible expenses
- Wages paid to a hired Strive 4 Work graduate, subsidized at 50% for the first 12 weeks of employment.
Eligible geographic areas
- Edmonton (Edmonton region), Alberta.
Additional information
- Fall intake is currently full; applications are expected to reopen in January 2026.
- The program includes in-person classroom training followed by work experience, for a total duration of 22 weeks.
- During the training period, sessions are scheduled Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- The program is funded by the Government of Canada’s Opportunities Fund for People with Disabilities program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Strive 4 Work Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Strive 4 Work. 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 Strive 4 Work?
Strive 4 Work (EmployAbilities) supports adults with disabilities, mental health barriers, or medical conditions in Edmonton by providing career training and work experience to help participants move into employment, including a living allowance of up to $15/hour during the 10 weeks of in-person skills training. Eligible activities include attending 10 weeks of weekday training (communication, stress management, résumé/interview preparation, computer skills, job search strategies, and certificates such as Standard First Aid and Food Safety) followed by 12 weeks of employer-based work experience, with employers potentially eligible for a 50% wage subsidy for the first 12 weeks of employment.
How much funding can be received?
Strive 4 Work Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Strive 4 Work program?
To be eligible for the Strive 4 Work program, you must:
Employer hiring Strive 4 Work graduates (Edmonton).
May qualify for a 50% wage subsidy for the first 12 weeks.
What expenses are eligible under Strive 4 Work?
Hiring and onboarding a Strive 4 Work graduate in your Edmonton-area business.
Participating as an employer partner by providing a work placement (work experience) for a Strive 4 Work participant.
Creating a short-term employment opportunity for a Strive 4 Work graduate that may qualify for a wage subsidy during the first 12 weeks.
Who can I contact for more information about the Strive 4 Work?
You can contact EmployAbilities by email at strive4work@employabilities.ab.ca or by phone at 780.423.4106.
Where is the Strive 4 Work available?
The Strive 4 Work program is available the province of Alberta.
Who are the financial supporters of the Strive 4 Work?
Strive 4 Work is funded by EmployAbilities
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