Provincial funding directory
Training and career funding in British Columbia
Most training funding in Canada is delivered provincially. Here is what British Columbia commonly offers, and where to verify whether you may qualify.
- Province
- British Columbia
- Delivery
- Provincial and federal
- Verification
- Official sources
- Cost
- Free information
Program rules and eligibility change. Confirm details with the official provincial program before applying.
- Employment services
- WorkBC employment services centres province-wide
- Training programs
- Skills training for employment, apprenticeship through SkilledTradesBC
- Funding resources
- StudentAid BC grants and loans
- Career centres
- WorkBC Centres in most communities
Commonly in-demand sectors
- Health care
- Construction
- Technology
Occupations often sought after in British Columbia
Registered nurse
NOC 31301 · Healthcare
≈ $85,000 median
Training: 2 – 4 years
Personal support worker
NOC 33102 · Healthcare
≈ $42,000 median
Training: 6 – 12 months
Electrician
NOC 72200 · Skilled trades
≈ $75,000 median
Training: 4 – 5 years
Welder
NOC 72106 · Skilled trades
≈ $62,000 median
Training: 6 months – 3 years
Cybersecurity analyst
NOC 21220 · Technology
≈ $95,000 median
Training: 8 months – 3 years
Software developer
NOC 21232 · Technology
≈ $90,000 median
Training: 1 – 4 years
Provincial programs change regularly and eligibility varies by circumstance. You may qualify for some, all or none of these supports. Official government requirements apply and funding is not guaranteed.