Funding for Employers
Employers in British Columbia may be able to recover most of the cost of training through the B.C. Employer Training Grant.
About the grant
| Administered by | WorkBC, Province of British Columbia |
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| Reimbursement | Up to 80% of eligible training costs |
| Maximum per participant | $10,000 |
| Who applies | The employer, on its own behalf, using a Business BCeID |
| When to apply | Well before training begins. WorkBC aims to decide within 60 days. |
| Training goal | A better job for the participant, such as a promotion, a raise, or a move to full-time or permanent work |
Source: WorkBC, B.C. Employer Training Grant. Program rules can change; check the current rules before applying.
Example cost
| Tuition | $3,995.00 |
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| Possible reimbursement (80%) | −$3,196.00 |
| Employer cost after reimbursement | $799.00 |
Steps for employers
- Choose the employee and the course that matches their next role.
- Register with us to reserve a place. We provide the course outline, schedule and costs.
- Apply to WorkBC through the Skills Training Grants System before the start date. The participant completes their own participant form.
- If approved, pay the course invoice and complete the training.
- Submit your reimbursement claim to WorkBC.
What we provide for your application
- Course outline with modules and hours
- Course dates and schedule
- Tuition and invoice
- Attendance record and certificate of completion after training
Please note: Groundwork AI Training is a private training provider and is not affiliated with WorkBC or the Government of British Columbia. Funding decisions are made by WorkBC, and approval is not guaranteed. The employer must apply on its own behalf, before training begins.