Provincial Government Calls for Proposals to Deliver Bridging Language Training for Resettled Refugees

  • Advanced Education, Skills and Labour

December 12, 2018

The Provincial Government is calling for proposals to deliver bridging language training for resettled refugees.

Eligible applicants include non-profit community organizations registered under the Corporations Act or other public or non-governmental organizations. Eligibility guidelines are available at www.gov.nl.ca/immigration/files/Labour-Market-Integration-for-Newcomers-Funding-Guidelines.pdf.

For more information or for instructions on how to submit a proposal through LaMPSS, visit www.gov.nl.ca/immigration/files/Applying-in-LaMPSS-for-LMIN.pdf. Applications will be accepted until January 4, 2019.

Partnering with service providers to expand access to English as a Second Language programming is a key commitment in The Way Forward on Immigration in Newfoundland and Labrador.

This collaborative, partnership-driven immigration action plan delivers on commitments in The Way Forward to strengthen the province’s economic foundation and deliver better services and better outcomes for residents. The Way Forward outlines all actions the Provincial Government is taking to achieve a strong, diversified province with a high standard of living, and can be viewed at thewayforward.gov.nl.ca.

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“Learning a new language while trying to achieve ambitious educational outcomes can be a barrier for resettled refugees. Basic education and language training will help more newcomers fully participate in their communities and the social and economic life of the province.”
Honourable Bernard Davis
Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour

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Learn more

Eligibility Guidelines PDF icon

LaMPSS Proposal PDF icon

Immigration Action Plan Progress Report PDF icon

The Way Forward on Immigration in Newfoundland and Labrador PDF icon

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Media contact
Ryan Crocker
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
709-729-1795, 725-9595
RyanCrocker@gov.nl.ca

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