Employment Pathway Grant

Overview

The Employment Pathway Grant provides funding to employers in the commercial transportation industry to invest in their workforce and secure training for new drivers. 

This program aims to enhance workforce participation, improve retention, and support professional development for Class 1 drivers. Eligible employers can apply for funding to be reimbursed for costs associated with hiring and training Class 1 drivers. 

Programs goals and benefits

This program aims to help employers build a more sustainable workforce by addressing key challenges such as employment, training and retention. By funding employers to train and hire new Class 1 drivers, the program will:

• expand the pool of future drivers and generate interest in the industry
• boost driver retention through employer support and professional development opportunities
• provide industry-specific training for new and future drivers

Who can apply

Through this funding stream, employers can apply to be reimbursed for training and onboarding costs associated with training and hiring new Class 1 drivers. To qualify for the Employment Pathway Grant, employers must be one of the following:

• a private business, including sole-proprietors, general and limited partnerships, and corporations
• non-profit organizations
• First Nations and Metis Settlements

All employers must be established in Alberta for at least one year and must be in good standing with the province.

Note: Employees cannot apply directly to this program.

How to apply

Employers can visit the grant portal to check their eligibility.

Contact

For questions related to this grant and the Class 1 Learning Pathway, please contact Programadmin@learningpathwaygrant.ca.