Sunday, March 30, 2025

Preparing For Trade School

Are you an apprentice in Ontario? Have you heard of the Apprentice Development Benefit (ADB)?

ADB financial assistance is available to apprentices who meet the eligibility criteria and are attending an approved full-time apprenticeship training course.

This financial assistance can help cover the costs associated with attending a full-time block of trade school in Ontario, including:

Living allowance

Dependent care

Commuting

Travel and overnight accommodation

Living away from home

Persons with disabilities

You’ll get an email from your local Ministry consultant with more details, usually within the first one-two weeks of starting school. Don’t ignore this email! Important details about the incentive and application process are in there, including the last date for submission. Late applications will not be processed.

Are you an apprentice in Manitoba? Check out these province-specific incentives, or click here to read more:

Access to Apprenticeship Bursary

Tim McLean Memorial Bursary

High School Apprenticeship Program (HSAP) Incentive

Other financial assistance for apprentices:

Employer Insurance (EI) – Don’t forget to keep your confirmation email, which includes your reference code!

School Bursaries and Scholarships – Contact your college to find out more about these incentives.

CLAC Scholarships – These are awarded annually. The deadline to apply is June 13, 2025.

Frank Kooger Apprenticeship Awards – These are awarded every year. The deadline to apply is February 28.

Canada Apprentice Loan

Tools Grant (Ontario only)

Employed Tradespersons Tax Credit

Preparing For Trade School

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