Province makes changes to the CAJG to help grow businesses

The Alberta government has announced it is temporarily expanding eligibility to the Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) in an effort to help businesses access training. The expansion is in effect through Feb. 28, 2022.

Expanded eligibility includes funding mandatory training, allowing employers to train employed family members and allowing some business owners to get funding to train themselves.

Details:

1.    Funding mandatory training. Use the CAJG to fund courses or training that is required for a job.

2.    Allowing employers to train employed family members. Enables family-owned businesses to access training funds.

3.    Allowing some business owners to receive funding to train themselves. Supports entrepreneurs to expand their skill set to grow or pivot their business.

In addition, the Province has stated other changes will make the application process more efficient.

“For example, an employee’s training can start as soon as government receives an application, rather than having to wait for the application to be approved. This allows businesses to begin training sooner if required.”

The Province said the expansion provides more opportunities for businesses to access support as part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan.

Learn more at alberta.ca/CAJG.