Immigrant Access Fund
Program Outline
Momentum, in partnership with the Immigrant Access Fund Society, provides micro loans for the accreditation, training, and upgrading of internationally trained immigrants to help them enter into their field of prior training and to enhance their employability and economic self-reliance.
How it Works
With a small loan (up to $5,000), immigrants can fund an accreditation process that allows them to work where they are most needed. Funding can support short term upgrading to enter their chosen field in some capacity, where they can continue building on their qualifications. The Immigrant Access Fund is designed to assist immigrants to initiate the process of licensing and accreditation and secure employment in their profession or trade. It also assists them to learn sound money management skills.
Please note this program is not designed to help you learn a new career.
For detailed information about the loan program see the IAF Information Sheet.
Benefits to You
Helps you to fund many of the costs associated with an accreditation process, such as:- Travel expenses to write exams and examination fees
- Living allowance during study time
- Short term upgrading to enter your chosen field in some capacity
- English language skills upgrading
Learn sound money management skills.
Who Can Apply?
You can apply if you are:
- Are an immigrant with permanent residence status
- Are a legal resident of Canada living in Alberta
- Lack access to other finanacial resources
- Have an appropriate level of working English
- Have reasonable employment opportunity after certification
How to Apply?
Please call Vic at 204-2689 or e-mail for further information.