Foundational Learning Assistance (FLA) Program

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Am I eligible for Foundational Learning Assistance funding?

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Your status in Canada
You must be one of these:

1. Canadian citizen
2. permanent resident
3. protected person who is allowed to work and study in Canada

You also need a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN).

Residency

• You must have a home address in Alberta
• You need to live in Alberta while you are in the program

Employment Status

• If you want to study full-time, you must be unemployed or working less than 20 hours per week
• If you work more than 20 hours per week, you may still qualify but only for part-time studies

For full eligibility criteria, please visit the Foundational Learning Assistance website.

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How do I apply for funding?

Step 1: Apply and get accepted into a Foundational Learning program (Upgrading, English for Academic Purposes, or Indigenous Pathways).

Step 2: You will receive information through email on how to let us know you would like to apply for FLA funding.

Step 3: Once you are fully registered into your courses, we will enroll you on the Government funding system and the Government will email you a link to complete your funding application.

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Financial Aid Advisors are here to help.

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You can contact a Financial Aid Advisor for help with student loans and grants.

To book an appointment or to ask any questions, please email financialaid@bowvalleycollege.ca. 

*If you are not an Alberta resident, you must apply for student loans and grants through your province of residency. Student Aid for Provinces outside of Alberta