Have you applied to an English Language Learning (ELL) or Academic Upgrading program? The Government of Alberta offers financial support to help with education and living costs. This funding is called the Foundational Learning Assistance Program.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
Please be advised that there are NO GOVERNMENT FUNDED SEATS (Foundational Learning Assistance) available
for NEW learners for FALL 2024 in the following programs:
There may be limited government funded seats for NEW learners in the below programs for FALL 2024. Once you apply to one of the below programs, you will receive information on how to apply for funding.
- Health Care Aide for English Language Learners
- Indigenous Academic Upgrading
- Indigenous Pathways to Employment
How to apply for funding
| Step 1 |
We have no funded seats for FALL 2024 for ELL, EAP, or HS Upgrading programs. We are NOT accepting any new requests for funding at this time. |
>> Send a request (FORM IS CLOSED) |
| Step 2 |
You will need a verified Alberta.ca account. Create your verified account. For more information please click HERE. |
>> Create an account |
| Step 3 | Once you have requested your funding application and set up your Alberta.ca account, the Government will send you an email to invite you to apply for funding. | The email will come from foundational.learning.assistance@gov.ab.ca |
| Step 4 | Open your email from the Government and complete your funding application! |
If you need assistance, please email awfunding@bowvalleycollege.ca or book an appointment with a Financial Aid Advisor HERE
Contact the Foundational Learning Assistance Program
Questions about applying for Foundational Learning Assistance Program funding? Call Alberta Supports at 1.877.644.9992.
Need information about your application after you've applied? Call the Foundational Learning Assistance Contact Centre at 1.800.222.6485.
