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An apprenticeship is a great way to learn a skilled trade through a combination of on-the-job training and classroom study. CLAC can help you make informed career decisions and navigate the apprenticeship system in your province.
Fill out an intake form to receive direct assistance with your apprenticeship journey.
Learn more about apprenticeship offerings in Ontario through the dropdowns below. Don't hesitate to reach out to the CLAC Apprenticeship Team if you have any questions (apprenticeshipcentral@clac.ca).
You must follow a series of steps to become an apprentice, complete your training—both in-class and practical—and then receive your certification.
Our team is here to support you from registration all the way to completion of your apprenticeship! Below is a list of some of the CLAC supports available to registered apprentices. Don’t hesitate to contact our team (apprenticeshipcentral@clac.ca) today if you have any questions.
CLAC will reimburse 100 percent of apprenticeship trade school tuition fees.
BONUS! If your final trade school mark is 80 percent or higher, you can receive an additional $100.
Each year, we distribute six awards to apprentices in the construction trades who strive to excel and who are dedicated to becoming journeypersons in their trades.
Our mentorship team is here to support you throughout the course of your apprenticeship. Apprentices can access this free service for support with skills development, exam preparation, development of communication skills, and much more!
This is a taxable cash grant of $1,000 per year or level, for a lifetime maximum amount of $2,000 per person. This funding will be expiring (no longer offered) as of March 31, 2025. You have up until that date to apply if you are eligible.
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This is a one-time taxable cash grant with a lifetime amount of $2,000 per registered apprentice who completes their apprenticeship training and obtains their journeyperson certification. This funding will be expiring (no longer offered) as of March 31, 2025. You have up until that date to apply if you are eligible.
Apprentices registered in a Red Seal trade apprenticeship program can receive up to $4,000 in Canada Apprentice Loans per period of technical training. You can receive these loans for up to five periods of technical training. Your loan will be interest-free for up to six years as long as you are confirmed as being registered in a Red Seal trade apprenticeship program. You do not have to make any loan payments while your loan is in interest-free status.
If you are a registered apprentice in Ontario who has completed Level 1 (Basic) in-class training, you may be eligible for this fund!
The amount of the grant depends on the type of trade you’re apprenticing in.
Applying only takes a few minutes! Make sure to have your Client ID (found on your training agreement) and your direct deposit banking information ready.
The institution that you attend for technical training may offer additional scholarships and bursaries. Check out your school’s website to learn what is available.
Unlike other post-secondary students, an apprentice can collect employment insurance (EI) while attending technical training.
You can apply for EI online no more than seven days before your last day of work. You will need an employment insurance reference code to access the apprentice application form. You will find this code on your registration confirmation letter.
Be aware that you may not receive EI payments for up to four to six weeks after you start classes. Plan to have alternative financial arrangements in place during this time.
Find out more about tax deductions through the CRA here.
Still need more information? Check out these links for other Ontario resources about the trades:
Have questions for your Ministry consultant? Need to know more information about your timeline for school offers? Find your local Ministry office here.
Reach out to our CLAC Apprenticeship - Central team today to get one-on-one support and resources to guide you through your apprenticeship.