Income Support, Training and Health Benefits Regulation, Schedule 4, section 15
Full Time Learners:  Schedules 1, 2, 3 and 4 (Advanced Education)
Full Time Learners:  Schedules 1, 2, 3 and 4 (Labour and Immigration)

INTENT

To provide each adult member of the household a benefit to access goods and services necessary to enhance employability.

POLICY

The Government of Alberta may pay the costs of employment, training and transition supports required to:

• purchase goods and services for job search activities or for participation in a training program
• accept or maintain employment
• attend Government of Alberta funded training.

Expenses may include:

• testing fees, exam fees, deposits and registration
• work or school clothing not covered by the core essential benefit (e.g., work boots)
• tools (only as required for work experience or employment)
• vehicle expenses (maintenance, registration and insurance)
• other goods or services that are essential for training or employment.

Rate

See: Benefit Rate Table

PROCEDURE

A learner must submit a Change in Circumstances form requesting the benefit.

Substantiation

Written documentation such as:

• confirmation of required supports from the provider of the training program
• confirmation of employment
• bills, receipts or written estimates for vehicle insurance or repairs.

APPROVAL

Learner Benefit Coordinator, Learner Income Support Office