Ways to Get Training Paid for in BC
British Columbia offers multiple non-repayable grants, tuition-free programs, wage subsidies, and tax credits to help you pay for your career training.
Ask your employer; the province pays up to 80%
Employer Training GrantUnder the B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG), B.C. employers can receive 60% to 80% government reimbursement to train their workforce. This applies directly to high-demand short courses including forklift operation, Class 1 truck driving, traffic control flagging (TCP), first aid (OFA 1–3), FoodSafe, and Serving It Right.
PROVINCIAL & FEDERAL PROGRAMS
7 Major Training Grants in BC
Select a grant to view complete eligibility rules, funding amounts, application steps, and deadlines.
How to get the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant
Up to $3,500 for a short course at a public college. No income test.
How to get the Health Career Access Program (HCAP)
The province pays for your health care assistant training and pays you a wage while you learn.
Free adult upgrading and English classes in BC
Grade 11 and 12 courses and English classes are free at BC's public colleges.
How to get WorkBC training funding
If you are out of work or underemployed, WorkBC can pay for job training.
How to claim the Canada Training Credit
A federal tax credit that gives back half of your tuition, up to $5,000 in your life.
How to get the BC Access Grant
Up to $4,000 a year for lower-income full-time students at public schools. No repayment.
Money for apprentices in BC
Money that keeps you paid while you are at school for your trade.