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Training in Heavy Equipment Operation is an excellent opportunity to enter a rewarding career – a trade where you can see your accomplishments and earn a wage that reflects your skilled labour.
Finding the time and the money to do the training is well worth the effort. When you are invested in building your skill portfolio it’s a win-win situation.
Funding is available from a variety of sources and with each funding agency there are specific criteria for eligibility. The following table is a guide only, and funding sources and agencies are subject to have different or additional requirements.
| FUNDING SOURCE* | PROGRAM / AGENCY | ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS |
| Services Canada (BC only) | Skill Development Program at your local Career or Employment Centre | - Employment Insurance (EI) Claim
- EI Reachback : EI claim in the last 3 years or 5 years for parental leave |
| First Nations Funding | Local Band Office or Tribal Council | - First Nations Status |
| BC Gov - Ministry of Employment and Income Assistance (MEIA) | EPPD Program - Triumph Vocational Services - CNIB Services - DHH Services |
- Person with a Disability (medical verification of a disability required) |
| Services Canada | - Youth Group Program - Youth Individual Skill Development (BC only) |
- 18 to 29 years of age – unemployed or underemployed and no attachment to EI in the past 3 years |
| Services Canada | - Opportunities Fund | - Person with a Disability (no medical verification required) |
| Alberta Employment & Immigration | - Local Service Centres | - EI Claim - EI Reachback |
| Student Line of Credit | - Local Bank or Credit Union | - Student registered with a registered training institution |
| WCB & ICBC | Local Centre | - Active WCB or ICBC claim with Vocational Rehabilitation allowances |
* Funding does not usually cover 100% of expenses, be prepared to invest in your future.
** HVET training is not eligible for Canada Student Loan or BC Student Loan Funding.
For assistance in exploring funding options in your area or understanding the next step please call Terry Payne, TOLL FREE 1-866-963-IRON(4766) or Email terry@heavymetaltraining.com. You can also complete the form below, or download and print off the Student Information form and fax it to us at 780-678-2274.
