NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
NPower Canada offers free (no cost) tech-training employment programs and IT certifications in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Québec, Manitoba, and Nova Scotia for Canadian job-seekers.Â
Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Want to know what program you qualify for? Use our recommendation tool below.
There is never a fee associated with applying to or joining any NPower Canada program. NPower Canada, and our staff will not ask for payment details at any time, before, during, or after the program. Our programs are always provided for free, thanks to our generous funders.
How It Works
We believe that our work is not just about securing a job for our graduates, but to foster a lifetime of learning and earning. Here’s what to expect when you apply today.
Complete an online application
After a short pre-screening application, complete the full application for one of our core programs and our Admissions Team will email you directly.
If you are a JDA or SOA applicant, complete your assessment
As the JDA (Junior Data Analyst) and SOA (Security Operations Analyst) programs are more advanced programs, if you meet the basic eligibility criteria, JDA and SOA applicants will be asked to complete a technical assessment. This supports us in gauging your technical skills to ensure the JDA or SOA programs are right for you!
Participate in a virtual interview
Once submitted, if you meet our basic eligibility criteria you will be invited to an interview with a member of our Admissions Team. The final decision of your application will be shared after the interview.
*For our March 2024 cohort onwards, eligible Ontario and Alberta applicants are required to participate in our ongoing research study.
Receive an offer to attend the program
After you have completed an interview, the Admissions Team will review your full file. This includes your application, assessment/questionnaire, and interview. If you successfully pass all phases of the screening you will be sent an offer of admittance into the program!
Start the online program
Once admitted, get ready to learn technical skills, earn certificates, and support your professional development that will help launch your Digital career.
Upon successful completion of our program, we will help you land a full-time job as the first step on your Tech career journey and successful future!
Disclaimer
In many regions we receive more applications then we have seats available. As a result you may not be considered for the cohort you are applying for and may be placed on a waiting list until seats become available.
Program Eligibility
The eligibility criteria listed below are NPower Canada’s general requirements for all our programs. For program specific eligibility, please visit the corresponding program page.
We are committed to serving those who need us the most. Please click the Full Eligibility button to view additional eligibility criteria and see if you are eligible for our program:Â
- At least 18 years old
- Must hold a high school diploma or GED
- Must already possess basic computer skills and be comfortable working with a computer: typing, email, internet navigation.
- Mandatory Intermediate to Advanced English Level (minimum CLB level 7 examination score) for non-native English Speakers. Applicants may be required to take an English evaluation exam.
- Must be eligible to work full-time in Canada and maintain legal status (Citizen, Permanent Resident, Open Work Permit) with a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN).
- Must have a household income below $100,000 and an individual income below $40,000.
- Must be facing unemployment, underemployment, or financial barriers to employment or post-secondary education.
Select Your Program
Not sure what program is right for you? Want to learn more about our programs?
Attend a Free Tech Wednesday Info Session to learn more. You can also use our Program Recommendation Quiz before attending a Tech Wednesday Info Session.Â
