As you may be aware, the new Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP) rates came into effect on January 26, 2026, with increased support levels. RSTP Trainers in Alberta invite all Alberta SAHs, their CGs and Co-Sponsors to join us for one of two upcoming information sessions to learn more about these changes. The sessions will cover: […]
Preparing a refugee for their visa interview can set them up for success and lead to a positive decision. Attend this training session, designed to empower you, and the refugee(s) you are sponsoring. You’ll get the knowledge and tools to effectively guide & support the sponsored refugees. This session is particularly helpful if the refugee […]
Join us for an engaging conversation on how one community‑based SAH effectively conducted pre‑screening of Principal Applicants (PAs) before selecting sponsorship cases. Learn practical strategies they used to ensure that available spaces were used wisely and that selected cases were well‑aligned with their capacity and sponsorship goals. Navigating the sponsorship process requires not just compassion, […]
This hands-on webinar by the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) is for new and experienced sponsors who want to learn about the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. Join us to find out what ‘Month 13’ is in the context of a PSR sponsorship. We will go over the following information: *learn about Month 13 and […]
As per their obligations under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program, private refugee sponsoring groups (Groups of Five, Community Sponsors, and Sponsorship Agreement Holders) are responsible for making sure the basic settlement needs of the newcomers they are met during their first twelve months here. This can be a daunting task, but sponsors don't […]
