Funding
funding information
for students
The Jasper Adult Learning Council believes
in supporting life-long learning for all community residents. This includes
those who may be feeling financially strapped or earning a minimal income.
We work to remove barriers so that all of Jasper’s adults are able to reach
their highest potential.
If you would like to take a class, but are experiencing financial obstacles,
please contact us for options. Those with financial need may be eligible
for a variety of subsidies including our own Program
Assistance Fund. Click
on the link to download & print an application to submit to Ginette
Marcoux-Frigon. You may also call 852-4418.
Low-income students may also qualify for Alberta Learning's Student Finance Bursaries for up to $300/semester. Contact us for details on qualification.
Jasper Program Assistance Fund
JASPER PROGRAM ASSISTANCE FUND
Sponsored by the Jasper Adult Learning Council
What is it?
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The Jasper Program Assistance Fund is a bursary designed to help remove financial barriers, which may hinder participation in life-long learning opportunities.
Who may use the Fund?
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Adults who live in Jasper National Park are eligible to apply for assistance from the Jasper Program Assistance Fund. Adults wishing to access this fund must be Canadian Citizens, Landed Immigrants or Permanent Residents.
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An individual may receive up to $100.00 from the fund per calendar year. There is no limit on the number of applications an individual may make but the total money received cannot be more than $100.00 per calendar year.
How may I access this fund?
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Interested individuals must make their application through the Jasper Adult Learning Council.
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All applications will be kept confidential.
If you have any questions or would like to apply for financial assistance for any courses call Ginette at the Community Learning Centre at 852-4418.
The Program Assistance Fund Application in PDF format is available here.
JALC Program Funders
The Jasper Adult Learning Council and Adult Literacy Services receives base grant funding from Community Programs, a branch of Alberta Advanced Education & Technology.
JALC also receives funding for special projects. Some of these projects and their funders are listed below.
recent grants
Solicitor General - Restorative Justice Education (2007/8)
- ACHF - Harm Reduction Education (2007/8)
Jasper Health Care Foundation (Senior's Strength Training, Wellness Workshops)
Rural Access & Innovation (for the following programming: Parenting Under Difficult Circumstances, Life Skills for Young Workers, Language Immersion for Newcomers, Senior's Friends in the Kitchen)
Action for Health - Westview Regional Health Authority (Senior's Home Care Educator)
Community Development Fund (National Volunteer Week 2003)
Community Initiatives Program (National Volunteer Week 2003 & International Women's Day 2003)
Community Loyalty Program - Super A (Senior's Computer Club - lab rental)
The Jasper Adult Learning Council is very thankful to all of the above mentioned for their support of our programs.
