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Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant
Funding for immigrant mentorship projects in Alberta
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports career mentorship opportunities for immigrants in Alberta. It funds projects that address one or more priorities, including employer mentorship, rural newcomer retention, underserved immigrant groups, and innovative mentorship programming.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Career mentorship programming for immigrants
- Mentorship initiatives for employers and communities
- Mentorship programs in small and rural communities
- Mentorship programming for under-served immigrant groups
- Innovative mentorship models to improve economic integration
Documents Needed
- Signed application form
- Project description
- Implementation plan
- Outcomes and measures table
- Signed budget
- Reference letter(s) or email(s)
- Funding confirmation letter(s) or email(s), if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Immigrant-serving organizations
- Professional regulatory organizations and professional associations
- Non-profit organizations
- Industry associations
- Post-secondary institutions
- Community organizations
- Employers
Eligible expenses
- Direct project delivery costs
- Costs to address barriers to accessing project activities
- Administrative costs up to 15% of the grant budget
- In-kind contributions
- Childminding, if applicable
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Child care
- Hosting conferences
- Parking fees
- Wage subsidies
- Fees or honoraria for mentors
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for completeness and eligibility.
- Eligible applications are reviewed and scored by a committee.
- Final funding decisions consider scores, provincial needs, priorities, and available funding.
- All applicants are notified of the results.
- Successful applicants must comply with the grant agreement and reporting requirements.
Additional information
- Applications are now closed.
- Partnership applications are encouraged, with one lead organization.
- Successful recipients must submit complete and timely reports.
- Final reporting is expected at the end of the project.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant?
This program supports career mentorship opportunities for immigrants in Alberta. It funds projects that address one or more priorities, including employer mentorship, rural newcomer retention, underserved immigrant groups, and innovative mentorship programming.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant program, you must:
Legal, registered entity in Alberta
Project fits a grant priority
Relevant experience or experienced partner
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant?
Career mentorship programming for immigrants
Mentorship initiatives for employers and communities
Mentorship programs in small and rural communities
Mentorship programming for under-served immigrant groups
Innovative mentorship models to improve economic integration
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant?
You can contact Alberta Municipal Affairs by email at fqrplan@gov.ab.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant available?
The Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant?
Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant is funded by Alberta Municipal Affairs