Financial Assistance

Our commercial driver courses at CROSSROADS Truck Training Academy Barrie are registered under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005. Students have the opportunity to apply for a variety of funding options, depending upon their circumstances.

Canada-Ontario Job Grant

Employers & Employees Qualify

The Canada-Ontario Job Grant is an option available to employers who want to upgrade the skills of their employees. Thus existing employees or new hires can obtain driver training to obtain the licence required by the employer.

How does the Canada-Ontario Job Grant work? Employers must first contact their local Career Centre to start their Canada Ontario Job Grant application.

Better Jobs Ontario (BJO)

For Individuals on EI, You May Qualify

If you’ve been laid off, collected employment insurance and wish a positive change in your career, you may be eligible for funding through Better Jobs Ontario (BJO) offered by Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development.

Assistance up to $28,000 for tuition, books, transportation and more. Younger applicants may also qualify for a grant through the Skills Link Program

Situational Dependent Funding Options

First Nations & Metis Status

First Nations and Metis status funding is available. Contact your band office and/or Metis Nations of Ontario.

Persons w/ Physical Disabilities

Persons with physical disabilities can find funding through the March of Dimes employment services program.

Active in Canadian Forces

Contact CFMWS for funding options available through the Canadian Forces for members of the Armed Services.

55-64 Years Old & Unemployed?

Employment help for older workers program. Qualification information at The Target Initiative for Older Workers.

Immigrant to Canada?

Immigrant to Canada with the help of The Maytree Foundation.

Self Funding Options

If you are paying for your course out of your own funds, or if you are not eligible for any grants or government funding, here are a few payment options:

  • Most major banks offer a Student Line of Credit to qualified individuals.
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) funds.
  • Registered Education Saving Plan (RESP) funds.
  • Life Insurance – you can borrow against the cash value.
  • Major Credit cards.
  • Your relatives and friends might be approached to assist you.

Ask About Your Funding Options!

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