Through the Alberta Industry Skills Grant (AISG), Alberta’s government is responding to sector-wide skill shortages and investing in provincewide workforce development. Alberta’s government has allocated $5.5 million for the AISG in 2026-27. Applications will be accepted from Sept. 9 to Oct. 30, through a competitive call for proposals process, with successful projects expected to begin in early 2027.
The AISG provides funding to collaborative, industry-led training initiatives that respond to evolving workforce needs and strengthen Alberta's economy. Open to all industries, the competitive grant program complements existing workforce development programs by supporting practical, industry-driven solutions.
“At a time of economic uncertainty, it is critically important we maintain a competitive workforce that can keep up with the speed of investment. This keeps jobs closer to home and benefits Alberta families by increasing knowledge and skills on the job. The Alberta Industry Skills Grant is upskilling a workforce that is already punching above its weight and putting Alberta on the map as the best place to do business. Our government is committed to protecting jobs and investing in a future that builds a stronger workforce and a stronger Alberta.”
The Alberta Industry Skills Grant supports projects that provide industry-wide benefits and help employers respond to current and emerging labour market needs. Eligible organizations may include employers, industry associations, training providers and other partners working collaboratively to develop workforce solutions.
“The Alberta Industry Skills Grant has helped TIAC address a serious labour shortage in the mechanical insulation industry by creating a practical pathway into skilled trades training. Through our partnership with the Government of Alberta, we are building a stronger workforce and supporting long-term capacity for Alberta’s construction industry.”
“Through the Alberta Industry Skills Grant, CWB Group has trained workers in UT-PA certification, pairing online theory with one week of in-person practical training, so participants keep working while they upskill. This is the kind of partnership with the Government of Alberta that keeps Alberta’s construction sector safer and stronger.”
Alberta’s government is working with industry to build a skilled, adaptable workforce that meets today’s labour market demands while preparing for future opportunities. By supporting industry-led workforce solutions, AISG will help employers address workforce challenges, create opportunities for Albertans and support long-term economic growth.
Quick facts
- AISG was first launched as a pilot program in 2024.
- The pilot invested $5 million in four industry-led training projects.
- Eligible projects focused on sectors facing skills shortages, including aviation, aerospace, construction and technology.
- Information sessions for the AISG will be held on Sept. 21 and 22.