Canada Apprentice Loan Service Centre (CALSC)
Sign In to Your CALSC AccountThe Government of Canada is committed to supporting registered apprentices throughout their training. The Canada Apprentice Loan provides financial support to help you achieve your goals and build your future.
Customer Support Holiday Hours
The Canada Apprentice Loan Service Centre (CALSC) will be closed from 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 24th, 2025, and will re-open at 8 a.m. local time on Monday, December 29th. The CALSC will be closed again from 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 31st, 2025, and will re-open at 8 a.m. local time on Friday, January 2nd. Have a safe and happy holiday season!
Notice something different? We’ve updated the look of the site!
You’ll notice a fresh new design across our public pages, aimed at making your experience more intuitive and user-friendly. Take a moment to explore the updated site! We’re continuing to make improvements behind the scenes to deliver an enhanced secure CALSC account experience, launching in April 2026.
Explore Your Loan Options
As an eligible registered apprentice, you may qualify for up to $4,000 per period of technical training, for up to 5 periods. Plus, you'll enjoy a payment-free status for up to 6 years, as long as you remain registered in a Red Seal designated program.
- Find out if you are eligible for a Canada Apprentice Loan.
- Learn how to apply for a Canada Apprentice Loan.
- Discover how to manage your Canada Apprentice Loan.
- What you need to know about repaying your Canada Apprentice Loan.
- Explore additional government support available for Apprentices
Explore Your Account Features
With a Canada Apprentice Loan online service account you can:- resume a saved application;
- review and edit a submitted application;
- sign up for direct deposit;
- view your loan status, history, and account balance;
- learn how to repay your loan;
- download the forms you will need from the toolbox; and
- update your contact information.
Important sign-in and registration process
The Canada Apprentice Loan Service Centre (CALSC) is now using My Service Canada Account (MSCA) to provide students with a higher level of security when they register or sign in to CALSC.On the MSCA home page, you will sign in or register for an account. When all steps are complete, choose the CALSC link. You will be directed to the CALSC website to manage/maintain or register for a CALSC account.
Note: Before registering, find out if you are eligible for a Canada Apprentice Loan.
To sign in or register, you have 3 options:
- GCKey
- your online banking sign in information (Sign-in Partner)
- your provincial digital ID (Alberta and British Columbia only)
Get Started with CALSC
Access Your CALSC Account Securely
Access your Canada Apprentice Loan services securely through My Service Canada Account (MSCA). Enjoy 24/7 convenience and peace of mind when managing your loan online.
Start Your Loan Application
If you're registered in a Red Seal trade, you can now apply for the Canada Apprentice Loan online. It's fast, secure, and designed to support your training journey.
Explore Additional Support for Apprentices
Eligible apprentices can receive additional support from the Government of Canada, including up to $4,000 in federal apprenticeship grants, tax credits and deductions and support through employment insurance.