Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants

• The initiative must operate within Calgary city limits.
• The initiative must align with one of the program’s priority funding areas.
• Pilot initiatives must develop and pilot a new part-time, noncredit learning opportunity that aligns with CALP Grant program requirements.
• Indigenous stream initiatives must be designed for and serve Indigenous learners.

Who is eligible?

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

• Calgary (within Calgary city limits)

• Contact Calgary Learns to arrange a phone conversation prior to receiving an application.

• Obtain the appropriate Initiative Grant Application Package by email from the Grants Liaison.

• Complete the application for the relevant stream (General, Pilot, or Indigenous) based on the package provided.

• If the proposal moves forward after the application process, present the initiative orally to the Calgary Learns Indigenous review team.

• Applicants can expect a turnaround in late spring.

• There are two types of applications: General Initiative and Pilot Initiative.
• An Indigenous Initiative Grant Stream is available for initiatives designed for and serving Indigenous learners.
• For the Indigenous stream, proposals that move forward are presented orally to the Indigenous review team.
• Highest priority funding areas include adult literacy, English language learning, numeracy, basic digital skills, and skills for learning.