AAISA Knowledge Hub
The AAISA Knowledge Hub (2025–2028) is a three-year initiative to develop a province-wide digital platform that supports newcomer-serving organizations, newcomers, researchers, funders, and policymakers.
Initiatives
Initiatives & Collaborative Projects
Discover exciting initiatives that are unlocking new sector insights and helping to create a more welcoming Alberta.
At AAISA, we are committed to advancing the newcomer-serving sector through a variety of initiatives. We maintain regular engagement with government officials and participate in provincial committees to inform and advocate for the sector, and convene targeted program meetings to identify and address the evolving needs of the sector. Through these engagements, we implement tailored initiatives and develop innovative solutions to enhance the capacity of newcomer-serving agencies throughout Alberta.
Knowledge Mobilization (KMB) Sessions
Part of AAISA's commitment to strengthening sector capacity through timely, practical, and community-informed knowledge mobilization.
AAISA Engagement Meetings
AAISA convenes a range of provincial, regional, and program-specific meetings that support Alberta's settlement and integration sector.
Grassroots Accelerator Program (GAP)
A collaborative initiative with Centre for Race and Culture and Gateway Association supporting grassroots organizations led by and serving equity-deserving communities across the Prairies and Northern Territories.
Mental Health Capacity Accelerator
Tools and insights to strengthen newcomer mental health programs, including AAISA's Organizational Mental Health Self-Audit Tool.
Reconciliation & Indigenous Engagement
AAISA's ongoing work to advance reconciliation and meaningful Indigenous engagement across the settlement sector.
The Alberta Justice Navigator Network for Newcomer Access to Justice
A province-wide initiative led by AAISA to improve newcomer access to justice through the Justice Navigator Network.
Family Violence Prevention Project
Supporting newcomer-serving agencies to prevent and respond to family violence, including the FVPP Toolkit for NIR service providers.
Legal Navigator Project: Enhancing Access to Justice for Newcomers in Alberta
Enhancing access to justice for newcomers in Alberta through coordinated legal navigation supports.
Ukrainian Rural Attraction Program (URAAP)
A collaborative initiative connecting Ukrainian newcomers with opportunities in rural Alberta communities.
Ukrainian Employment Compass Project
Aims to bolster the integration of displaced Ukrainians in Alberta by emphasizing the enhancement and networking of employment supports.
Alberta Settlement Sector Quarterly Teleconference
Quarterly teleconferences aimed at bolstering collaboration and information sharing across Alberta's settlement sector.
Provincial Engagement Initiative (PEI)
Comprised of participants across three regional zones, supporting sector engagement and collaboration across Alberta.
Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP)
The Resettlement Assistance Program provides immediate, essential supports to Government-Assisted Refugees (GARs) during their first weeks in Canada.
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