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Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants
Supports learning initiatives in Calgary
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 12, 2026
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Overview
Funding supports initiative-based learning projects in Calgary, including curriculum development, new research, and training for instructors and tutors. It also supports pilot projects for new part-time, noncredit learning opportunities, with a focus on priority areas such as adult literacy, numeracy, and basic digital skills.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 12, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Calgary
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Education
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Curriculum development.
- New research.
- Development of new training for instructors and tutors.
- Development and piloting of a new part-time, noncredit learning opportunity.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations with initiatives based in Calgary.
- Applicants proposing general learning initiatives.
- Applicants proposing pilot learning initiatives.
- Organizations serving Indigenous learners, for the Indigenous stream.
Eligible geographic areas
- Calgary city limits
Selection criteria
- Alignment with a priority funding area.
- For the Indigenous stream, support for Indigenous learners.
- For the Indigenous stream, recommendations from Elders and Indigenous community leaders.
- For the Indigenous stream, oral presentation to the Indigenous review team.
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact the Grants Liaison
- Reach out to grants@calgarylearns.com.
- Arrange a phone conversation before applying.
- Step 2: Receive the application package
- The Grants Liaison emails the appropriate Initiative Grant Application Package.
- Step 3: Complete and submit the application
- Fill out the emailed application package and return it as instructed.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants first contact the Grants Liaison for a phone conversation.
- The appropriate application package is then emailed to the applicant.
- Indigenous stream proposals may be reviewed with input from Elders and Indigenous community leaders.
- Selected Indigenous proposals must be presented orally to the Indigenous review team.
- Application decisions are communicated after review.
Additional information
- There are two application streams: General and Indigenous.
- The appropriate application package is emailed by the Grants Liaison.
- The Indigenous stream follows recommendations from Elders and Indigenous community leaders.
- Approved proposals in the Indigenous stream present their initiative orally to the Calgary Learns Indigenous review team.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants Program
What is the Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants?
Funding supports initiative-based learning projects in Calgary, including curriculum development, new research, and training for instructors and tutors. It also supports pilot projects for new part-time, noncredit learning opportunities, with a focus on priority areas such as adult literacy, numeracy, and basic digital skills.
Who is eligible for the Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants program?
To be eligible for the Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants program, you must:
Operate within Calgary city limits.
Match a General or Pilot stream.
Align with a priority funding area.
What expenses are eligible under Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants?
Curriculum development.
New research.
Development of new training for instructors and tutors.
Development and piloting of a new part-time, noncredit learning opportunity.
Who can I contact for more information about the Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants?
You can contact Calgary Learns Association by email at grants@calgarylearns.com.
Where is the Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants available?
The Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants?
Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants is funded by Calgary Learns Association