Apprenticeship Grants

AKA: AIG
Provided by: Government of Canada - Service Canada - AKA: Employment and Social Development Canada; ESDC; Human Resources and Skills Development (former name)

Service Description

Provides a taxable cash grant of $1,000 per year or level, for a lifetime maximum amount of $2,000 per person.

Information

Eligibility:
Applicants must:
-Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
-Not be a high school student
-Have the required AIG supporting documents. See website for full details
-Be registered with your provincial/territorial apprenticeship authority as an apprentice OR show that you have completed an apprenticeship program as a registered apprentice in a designated Red Seal trade
-Provide proof that you have successfully completed either the 1st and/or 2nd year or level in a designated Red Seal trade OR provide proof of your journeyperson certification in a designated Red Seal trade
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Apply online, by phone, in person by visiting a local Service Canada office, or by mailing the application form to the following address: Service Canada Centre, 139 Douglastown Blvd., Miramichi, E1V 0A4
Documents Required:
Required AIG supporting documents * See website for list
Program Hours:
Mon:8am - 9pm
Tue:8am - 9pm
Wed:8am - 9pm
Thu:8am - 9pm
Fri:8am - 9pm
AST Phone hours
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English * Some locations offer French services * Other languages available by phone
Coverage Area:
Kanata / Canada

Service Locations & Contact Info