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Immigrant Bridging Program
Skills training and work experience for skilled immigrants
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Immigrant Bridging supports skilled immigrants with training, work experience, and essential skills to help them move into related employment. Eligible participants may access the program at no cost, and providers are selected through a request for proposals process.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Competency-based occupational skills training.
- Workplace essential skills training.
- Unpaid work experience placements.
Documents Needed
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- Documentation proving protected person status, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employers
- Training providers
- Organizations serving immigrants and job seekers
Who is not eligible
- Individuals who do not meet all eligibility requirements
- Refugee claimants waiting for a decision
- Visitors, work permit holders, study permit holders, and people without status
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
- City of Lloydminster
Processing and Agreement
- Applications from providers are reviewed through a request for proposals process.
- Provider proposals must follow the program guidelines and related administration guidelines.
- Participants are assessed by the provider to confirm eligibility and suitability.
- Eligible participants may be accepted into the program and placed in training.
Additional information
- The program is delivered by providers selected through a competitive procurement process.
- Providers must review the program guidelines and the service management guidelines before submitting a proposal.
- Participants may be referred to English language upgrading if needed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Immigrant Bridging Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Immigrant Bridging Program. 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 Immigrant Bridging Program?
Immigrant Bridging supports skilled immigrants with training, work experience, and essential skills to help them move into related employment. Eligible participants may access the program at no cost, and providers are selected through a request for proposals process.
Who is eligible for the Immigrant Bridging Program program?
To be eligible for the Immigrant Bridging Program program, you must:
Unemployed or under-employed adults
Permanent residents or Canadian citizens
Proof of English proficiency required
What expenses are eligible under Immigrant Bridging Program?
Competency-based occupational skills training.
Workplace essential skills training.
Unpaid work experience placements.
Who can I contact for more information about the Immigrant Bridging Program?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at werc@balladgroup.ca or by phone at 1-855-295-7180.
Where is the Immigrant Bridging Program available?
The Immigrant Bridging Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Immigrant Bridging Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Immigrant Bridging Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Immigrant Bridging Program?
Immigrant Bridging Program is funded by Government of Alberta