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Foundational Learning Program
Important notices for funding applicants
Foundational Learning Supports funding
Foundational Learning funding is provided on a first-come, first served basis to qualified applicants. There are a limited number of funded seats available so it is highly recommended that you apply for funding at least 6 - 8 weeks prior to the start of your program to allow proper time for funding approval and to ensure tuition and living allowance benefits are received on time.
If you apply after the program begins, you risk a lack of funding availability. In addition, living allowance benefits will not be backdated, and the funding will start for the month that the application was received by the Alberta Works-Learner Income Support Office (LISO — Edmonton) and not the start of the program. Applications received after the last day of training are not eligible for funding.
English as a Second Language (ESL) applicants
Students requesting funding for the English Language Foundations (ELF) program are expected to access language instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) training prior to applying for ESL under the Foundational Learning Supports program.
Employment Insurance (EI) applicants/recipients
If you are receiving or have recently applied for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits, you are required to apply for funding by completing the Alberta Works-Learner Income Support application. EI benefits while attending training will not be paid without approval from Alberta Works.
Eligible programs
Full-time funding
Foundational Learning Supports program
Please review and each of the steps below to determine your eligibility and to complete the application process.
To be eligible for Foundational Learning funding, the following criteria must be met:
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If you meet the criteria stated in Step 1 please email a copy of your Program Plan (PP) to funding@sait.ca. A PP can be obtained from either the English Language Foundations or Academic Upgrading department as applicable. |
A Financial Advising assistant will send you the appropriate application and supporting forms by email. Please ensure you have a reliable email account and check your junk mail folder. If you have not received feedback within 3 business days please email the Financial Advising office. |
Complete all forms and email them to funding@sait.ca for review. Financial Advising will highlight any potential concerns related to your eligibility. Please submit all required documents, along with your funding application, at the same time to avoid delays. Students applying directly to Alberta Works must still contact funding@sait.ca before submitting a funding application for the English Language Foundations or Academic Upgrading programs. This will ensure SAIT sends a Training Provider Information (TPI) form on your behalf and will prevent delays in your application. Without the TPI form, your funding application will be considered incomplete and will not be processed by the Learner Income Support Office. Once your application has been reviewed by an adivsor and approved for submission, send your funding package to the Learner Income Support Office. Learner Income Support Office |
Part-time funding
Skills Investment Bursary (SIB)
The Skills Investment Bursary (SIB) is only available for students enrolling in English Language Foundations and Academic Upgrading on a part-time basis.
The maximum cumulative amount issued for SIB part-time is $5,000 per the calendar year, Jan. 1 - Dec. 31 — SIB part-time does not cover living costs associated with attending training.
The following training benefits are provided up to the maximum amount for incremental costs necessary to participate in part-time training:
- Tuition, mandatory fees and student association fees
- Books and supplies
- Installation and monthly fees for a basic internet package — the learner currently doesn't have internet access if such is required for participation or if the training course is online
- Transportation costs — if there is a need for the learner to attend training
- Childcare costs — if there is a need for the learner to attend training
Please note
All funding applications must be received by the Alberta Works-Learner Income and Support Office (LISO) from the Financial Advising office prior to the course end date. Otherwise, funding applications will not be processed, and it can take several weeks for the LISO offices to review applications and approve funding. Please ensure you have followed the steps below and submitted all relevant information at the time of your application.
Financial Advising cannot release funds for part-time funding until after the second class has been attended.
To be eligible for Foundational Learning funding, the following criteria must be met:
*For each additional child, add $5,000
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If you meet the criteria stated in Step 1 please email a copy of your Program Plan (PP) to funding@sait.ca. A PP can be obtained from either the English Language Foundations or Academic Upgrading department as applicable. |
A Financial Advising assistant will send you the appropriate application and supporting forms by email. Please ensure you have a reliable email account and check your junk mail folder. If you have not received feedback within 3 business days please email the Financial Advising office. |
Complete all forms and email them to funding@sait.ca for review. Financial Advising will highlight any potential concerns related to your eligibility. Please submit all required documents, along with your funding application, at the same time to avoid delays. Students applying directly to Alberta Works must still contact funding@sait.ca before submitting a funding application for the English Language Foundations or Academic Upgrading programs. This will ensure SAIT sends a Training Provider Information (TPI) form on your behalf and will prevent delays in your application. Without the TPI form, your funding application will be considered incomplete and will not be processed by the Learner Income Support Office. Once your application has been reviewed by an adivsor and approved for submission, send your funding package to the Learner Income Support Office. Learner Income Support Office |
Contact Financial Advising
funding@sait.ca
MC221, Stan Grad Centre
Hours of operation
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Monday - Friday | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Friday | 8:00 am - 4:00pm |