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Alberta — Workplace Training
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Alberta, Canada
Workplace training fund in Alberta
Wage Subsidies And Interns
Overview
Get reimbursed up to 70% of training costs for a new employee, for up to 30 weeks, but not more than $390/week.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Improve employee retention
Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Young adults
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
- On-the-job training programs to help individuals develop essential and occupation-related skills.
- Paid work experience placements to assist individuals in gaining practical workplace experience.
- Supplemental training, such as software training, office administration, accounting, English language, and workplace safety courses, delivered by independent training organizations.
- Worksite modifications or supports for individuals with disabilities to enable participation in training or employment.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 4,680
Develop an advanced customer service training program for retail staff
$ 5,700
Organize a green technologies workshop for engineering interns
$ 7,000
Launch a hospitality training program for new hotel workers
$ 7,000
Implement a coding bootcamp for new software developers entering the tech industry
$ 7,000
Implement a digital marketing training program for newly hired staff
Eligibility
- The employer must be able to provide on-the-job training or facilitate a paid work experience component.
- The employer must demonstrate the capacity to offer ongoing employment after the Workplace Training contract ends.
- Contracts must be in place before hiring an individual under this program.
- Government entities and Crown corporations are not eligible to participate.
Who is eligible?
- Private sector employers able to provide on-the-job training
- Non-profit employers (under specific circumstances)
Who is not eligible
- Government organizations.
- Crown corporations.
Eligible expenses
- Employer costs for on-the-job training, up to a maximum of $390 per week based on the individual’s training plan.
- Reimbursement to non-profit employers at minimum wage plus mandatory payroll deductions (for significant employment barriers), up to 26 weeks.
- Employer reimbursement for paid work experience, to a maximum of 40 work hours at minimum wage for 3 weeks.
- Supplemental training fees provided by independent schools or training organizations, up to a maximum of $7,000 per individual.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Employer's ability to provide on-the-job training or facilitate paid work experience and to ensure employment following the contract.
- Alignment between the individual participant's needs (assessed during the Employability Assessment) and the nature of the proposed project.
- Development of a personalized training plan in collaboration with the employer, the individual, and government services or contracted service providers.
How to apply
1
Determine Eligibility
- Ensure the individual meets the eligibility criteria, such as being 18 years or older, unemployed, or having limited work experience.
- Complete an Employability Assessment to identify needs and suitable services.
2
Develop a Service Plan
- Create a realistic employment goal for the individual.
- Identify necessary pre-requisite skills and any limitations or obstacles.
- Develop strategies to support success.
3
Find a Suitable Employer
- Ensure the employer is eligible and willing to participate in Workplace Training.
- Negotiate a contract outlining the on-the-job or paid work experience training arrangement, duration, and contributions.
4
Engage in On-the-Job Training or Paid Work Experience
- Participate in the selected Workplace Training option based on the Service Plan and contract specifics.
- Attend regularly, actively participate, and seek employment post-training.
5
Supplemental Training
- Include supplemental training in the individual’s Training Plan, as required.
- Access supplemental training through independent schools or training organizations.
Additional information
- Participants must agree to regular attendance, active participation, and engagement in post-training employment activities.
- Individuals denied access to the program have the right to request a review of the decision in writing.
- Support services may be available for participants with disabilities, such as worksite or vehicle modifications and on-the-job coaching.
- For apprenticeship training, coordination with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training may be required if the individual transitions to an apprenticeship role.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta — Workplace Training Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta — Workplace Training. 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 Alberta — Workplace Training?
Get reimbursed up to 70% of training costs for a new employee, for up to 30 weeks, but not more than $390/week.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta — Workplace Training Funds up to $7,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Alberta — Workplace Training program?
To be eligible for the Alberta — Workplace Training program, you must:
Ability to provide On-the-Job training or Paid Work Experience and ongoing employment
Contracts must be in place before hiring under the program
Government and Crown corporations are ineligible
What expenses are eligible under Alberta — Workplace Training?
On-the-job training programs to help individuals develop essential and occupation-related skills.
Paid work experience placements to assist individuals in gaining practical workplace experience.
Supplemental training, such as software training, office administration, accounting, English language, and workplace safety courses, delivered by independent training organizations.
Worksite modifications or supports for individuals with disabilities to enable participation in training or employment.
Where is the Alberta — Workplace Training available?
The Alberta — Workplace Training program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta — Workplace Training a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta — Workplace Training is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta — Workplace Training?
Alberta — Workplace Training is funded by Government of Alberta, Ministry of Labour and Immigration (AB)
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