Transitional Assistance Program

Options for older forest workers

One of three Community Development Trust programs, the Transitional Assistance Program provides new options to workers over the age of 60 who are interested in leaving their forest sector jobs.  

Funding available

The Transitional Assistance Program provides successful applicants with up to $35,000, calculated based on a worker’s age and how long they have been continuously employed in B.C.’s forest sector. More information is available on our Funding Available page.

Employment Insurance

If you have applied to the Transitional Assistance Program and are currently receiving Employment Insurance (EI) benefits, it is important for you to be clear on how the program may affect your EI status. See our Employment Insurance page for more information.

Funding priorities

The program was designed to provide the greatest possible benefit to as many workers as possible, while making sure British Columbia’s forest sector is well positioned for future success. For more information, see our Funding priorities page.

Once you are approved

If your Transitional Assistance Program application is successful, there are several steps you will then need to take. See our Once you are approved page for more information.

For more information about the Community Development Trust:

• 1-877-238-8882 from B.C. communities outside Victoria
• 250-387-5349 from Victoria
• email: cdt@gov.bc.ca