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Supports for Newcomer Integration (SNI) Grants

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About this grant

The Supports for Newcomer Integration (SNI) grants help eligible organizations deliver settlement services, English language assessments, and flexible English language learning programs for newcomers living and working in Alberta. The program has THREE streams: Stream 1 funds settlement and community support services for a broad group including temporary workers and refugee claimants; Stream 2 funds language assessment and referral services mainly for permanent residents; and Stream 3 funds drop-in English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes primarily for permanent residents and naturalized citizens. NOTE: The program is currently CLOSED — no new Call for Proposals is being accepted. Existing agreements were extended to March 31, 2025. A new intake was expected in fall/winter 2024 but no new CFP has been announced as of the page's last update.

Who can apply

All Streams – Organization Eligibility:

  • Must be an organization (not an individual) capable of delivering settlement or language services in Alberta
  • Must apply through a formal Call for Proposals (CFP) process when one is open
  • Due to conflict of interest rules, organizations CANNOT apply to both Stream 2 (Language Assessment) and Stream 3 (EAL Drop-in) at the same time

Stream 1 – Settlement and Community Support Services (Who Can Be Served):

  • Naturalized Canadian Citizens
  • Temporary residents holding a work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program
  • Temporary residents holding a work permit under the International Mobility Program (IMP)
  • Temporary residents holding a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
  • Refugee Claimants

Stream 2 – Language Assessment and Referral Services (Who Can Be Served):

  • Permanent Residents
  • Naturalized Canadian Citizens

Stream 3 – EAL Drop-In Services (Who Can Be Served – Primary):

  • Permanent Residents
  • Naturalized Canadian Citizens
  • Refugee claimants and/or temporary residents with a work permit MAY be included ONLY if there are available seats AND no permanent residents or naturalized citizens on a wait list

Who cannot apply

  • Individuals cannot apply (only organizations are eligible applicants)
  • Organizations cannot apply to both Stream 2 and Stream 3 in the same Call for Proposals (conflict of interest rule)
  • Applications are not being accepted at this time — the program is closed to new applicants
  • Temporary foreign workers and refugee claimants are NOT eligible for Stream 2 services
  • Temporary residents and refugee claimants are NOT eligible for Stream 3 services unless seats are available and no eligible primary beneficiaries are on a wait list

Application process

Note: The program is currently CLOSED. No new applications are being accepted. The steps below apply when a future Call for Proposals (CFP) is released.

  1. Watch for an official Call for Proposals (CFP) announcement from Alberta Immigration and Multiculturalism (expected when a new intake opens)
  2. Review the Application Guidelines (the 2022-24 SNI package is available as a reference on the program page)
  3. Complete the Application Form, choosing the correct stream (Stream 1, 2, or 3) — remember you cannot apply to both Stream 2 and Stream 3 at the same time
  4. Prepare a detailed Service Description using the Service Description Template
  5. Prepare a Budget using the Budget Template
  6. Review the Sample Grant Agreement Template so you understand the obligations before applying
  7. Submit the completed application package by the deadline stated in the CFP
  8. Contact the program by email at [email protected] if you have questions