Employer training grants across Canada
Employers across Canada can access a variety of training grants and workforce development funding programs that help offset the cost of employee training. These programs are designed to support organizations in building workforce capabilities, adopting new technologies and improving productivity.
In most cases, employer training grants reimburse a portion of eligible training costs — often between 50% and 80% — up to defined limits per employee or per organization. Programs are typically administered at the provincial level and may include specific eligibility criteria related to employer size, training type or participant roles. This page provides an overview of employer training grants in Canada, with links to current programs and official guidance.
British Columbia – BC Employer Training Grant (ETG)
Reimburses up to 80% of training costs (max $10,000 per participant, $300,000 per employer).
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Alberta – Canada–Alberta Productivity Grant
Covers 50% of training for existing employees (max $5,000 per person) and 75% for unemployed new hires.
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Manitoba – Canada–Manitoba Job Grant (CMJG)
Covers up to 66% of training costs (max $10,000 per employee, $100,000 per project). Set to reopen in early September 2025 with $3.5 million in funding.
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Saskatchewan Employer Training Grant – Update
The Canada–Saskatchewan Job Grant is currently closed to new applications. While no new employer training subsidy has been officially launched yet, the Saskatchewan government has announced new funding options for 2025-26. Employers should stay tuned for updates and plan ahead.
Ontario – Canada–Ontario Job Grant (COJG)
Funds 50–83% of third-party training costs for employers.
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Ontario – Skills Development Fund (SDF)
Supports employer-led and sector-wide training projects.
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For a broader overview of training grants available across Canada, including individual funding options, see our main training grants resource page.
