Employers: Help Your Team Access Up to $3,500 for Skills Training
Employers: Help Your Team Access Up to $3,500 for Skills Training
If you're an employer looking to upskill your team or help employees grow into new roles, there's a training grant program worth knowing about.
The StrongerBC Future Skills Grant is now accepting applications for fall 2025. The grant offers up to $3,500 for eligible short-term training programs at B.C.’s public post-secondary institutions. It’s open to B.C. residents aged 19 and over, and covers hundreds of programs designed to meet current and emerging labour market needs.
Eligibility
This funding is for individuals -- not employers. But employers should be aware of training that is available and share this with staff who may benefit or use it to advance within the business. The StrongerBC future skills grant is available to qualifying B.C. residents, regardless of financial circumstances. Discover if you're eligible and take the next step toward your future. You must be a citizen, permanent resident or protected person, living in BC, graduated grade 12 or 19+ years old, and have not received funding from the program before.
What Kind of Training Is Covered?
A wide range of short-term programs are eligible for funding under the Future Skills Grant — covering everything from trades and health care to digital strategy, leadership, and workplace communication. For local employers, this is an opportunity to help employees build new skills, prepare for internal advancement, or transition into high-demand roles.
Some especially relevant options for Langley businesses include:
- Project Management Certificate – for team leads managing workflows and deadlines
- Bookkeeping Essentials for the Digital Workplace – to support accurate in-house financials
- Harness the Power of Data: Data Analytics for Business Growth – to support data-informed decisions
- Leadership Skills for Inclusive Workplaces & Managing Workplace Conflicts – great for supervisors and HR professionals
- Cybersecurity Analysis for Network Administrators – help protect your business from online threats
- Specialist Certification in Social Media Marketing – elevate your digital marketing efforts
- Electric Vehicle Charging Service & Maintenance – relevant for trades, fleet, and facilities
- Shop Machinery Safety – ideal for industrial or manufacturing environments
- Bridging the Gap: Leading Effective Intergenerational Teams – improve team cohesion in multigenerational workplaces
With both online and in-person options, programs are flexible and accessible for working professionals across the region.
Why It Matters to Business
This is a practical, low-barrier way for employers to support their teams in developing in-demand skills — whether it’s advancing current staff or preparing someone for a new role. It’s also a tool to help address local labour shortages by making entry-level and technical upskilling more accessible.
We encourage Langley businesses to explore this opportunity and share it with employees who may benefit.
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