Grants

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.

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.

There are 3 funding categories under which employers can apply:

1. Reimbursement of new driver training costs

2. Incentive for onboarding new drivers

3. Reimbursement of professional development costs

Apply for grant and learn more

https://www.alberta.ca/employment-pathway-grant

View this YouTube video for more information

https://youtu.be/hOrw3vEVv64

At Safety Buzz Campus, we believe that workplace safety should be accessible to everyone. That's why we offer information about various grant programs to help offset the cost of training and equipment for businesses of all sizes. These grants are designed to support industries that are facing unique safety challenges and promote a culture of safety in the workplace.