Adult Learning Programs

There are many reasons to return to learning.

If you are looking for a learning program to support your goals, Calgary Learns funds programs that may help.

Calgary Learns provides grants to non-profit organizations to deliver foundational learning programs. Programs are for learners who are:

  • Building basic skills, up to Grade 9 or Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 6
  • Adults (over 18)
  • Living in Calgary
  • Facing financial barriers to learning

We support programs that help with learning basic skills. Some programs are designed for a certain group of learners:

Iikaakiimaat

Riel Institute

Are you hoping to improve your skills to build and move forward with your life plan? Join us, along with our Elders and Knowledge Keepers, to set goals and start the journey. Our land-based teachings create strong connections between culture and learning.

For more information or to register, please visit Riel Institute

Email: program@rielinstitute.com

Phone: (403) 248-0824

Aksistowapi’siaks (Indigenous Workplace Wellness Circle)

Aboriginal Futures

Have you been out of work or school for more than a year? Do you want to build skills and a plan to return to work, school, or training? Join us to gain experience, earn certificates, and explore employment opportunities. Indigenous culture and ways of learning are honoured with support from community Elders.

For more information or to register, please visit Aboriginal Futures

Email: info@aboriginalfutures.com

Phone: (403) 253-5311

Men’s Circle (Ee-Des-Spoom-Ooh-Soop)

Closer to Home

Do you want to learn from Indigenous Elders/Knowledge Keepers? Join us! This is an opportunity to build life skills through traditional cultural teachings. Come and be part of the circle and learn to drum and sing. Families are welcome.

For more information or to register, please visit Closer to Home

Email: familyresourcenetwork@closertohome.com

Phone: (403) 543-0555

Papa Bears Circle (Nohtawiy Maskosisak)

Families Matter

Are you an Indigenous dad or male caregiver with children aged 0 to 5? Or do you care for an Indigenous child? Join our Circle: we are a group that celebrates the strength of Indigenous fatherhood. We share cultural teachings, stories, and songs, and build stronger bonds with our children and each other.

For more information or to register, please visit Families Matter

Email: info@familiesmatter.ca

Phone: (403) 205-5194

Sage: Emotional Wellness Program

Elizabeth Fry

Are you an Indigenous woman? Have you had, or are you at risk of, criminal justice involvement? Join us. Together, using Indigenous cultural connections and supports, we will strengthen communication skills and build confidence and self-esteem. You will develop essential skills to prepare for your next steps in employment, training, or education.

For more information or to register, please visit Elizabeth Fry

Email: sage@elizabethfrycalgary.ca

Phone: (403) 294-0737 ext. 246

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