Newfoundland and Labrador Settlement and Integration Program (NLSIP) - Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism

Newcomers provide many distinct benefits to Newfoundland and Labrador (NL). They complement the provincial labour market in high-demand and essential work fields, support population growth and stability in communities across the province and contribute to NL’s increasing social and cultural diversity.

The Newfoundland and Labrador Settlement and Integration Program provides project-based funding to support the social, economic, and cultural integration of newcomers to the province and offers three funding streams:

Stream 1: Economic Integration

This stream supports and promotes newcomers’ economic advancement through labour market attachment, including advancing employers’ capacity to hire and support newcomer employees. Priority areas include:

Improve Labour Market Access for Newcomers
Foreign Credential Recognition Navigation
Job Creation and Labour Market Connections
Workplace- and Industry-Specific Language Training
Capacity- Building Initiatives for Employers

Stream 2: Settlement Supports and Services

This stream aims to strengthen communities’ ability to attract, welcome, and retain newcomers at all stages of their settlement journey by contributing to a comprehensive range of settlement services throughout NL. Priority areas include:

Pre-Arrival Settlement Programming
Settlement Services
Place-Based Immigration Initiatives
Building Welcoming Communities
Projects to Improve or Expand Access to Settlement Services
Capacity-building initiatives for Service Provider Organizations
Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Volunteer Connections and Community Integration

Stream 3: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism

Newfoundland and Labrador is becoming increasingly diverse, and immigration continues to strengthen communities and support employers, especially in rural areas, by helping meet labour needs and contributing to local economic growth. This diversity enriches the province socially, culturally, and economically.

Newcomers often highlight the warm welcome they receive and the genuine efforts across the province to foster inclusion. However, many also report that racism and discrimination persist, affecting their sense of safety and belonging. Ongoing community and organizational initiatives remain important in addressing these challenges and supporting a more inclusive, welcoming Newfoundland and Labrador. Priority areas include:

Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Promote public education and awareness on racism, hate, discrimination
Support racialized and Indigenous communities through culturally responsive programming
Intercultural Competency and Public Outreach
Enhance institutional or organizational capacity to identify and address systemic barriers;
Encourage collaboration between SPOs, public, and governments to advance intercultural competency and anti-racism; and
Addressing Systemic Racism and Advancing Racial Equity

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must:

Non-profit organizations, including newcomer-serving, community, ethnocultural and multicultural organizations registered in Newfoundland and Labrador
Post-secondary Institution
Municipality
Indigenous Governing Body

Ineligible applicants include individuals, businesses, private-sector companies, and for-profit firms; funding bodies whose sole mandate is to award grants or funding; Immigration agents, consultants, or recruiters; and unregistered organizations.

Non-profit community-based groups and organizations must be incorporated and in good standing with the GNL. To check your organization’s status, please visit the Registry of Companies and Deeds- Online.

NLSIP 2026/27 Funding Guidelines

Available Funding

The maximum recommended funding contribution for each project is $300,000. Requests for higher amounts will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Application Deadline

Application for the 2026/27 NLSIP will be accepted beginning March 3, 2026. Application deadline is April 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Newfoundland Daylight Saving Time)

How Do I Apply?

The Newfoundland and Labrador Settlement and Integration Program will be administered through the Labour Market Programs Support System (LaMPSS). All applications must be submitted electronically via LaMPSS.

Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly review the funding guidelines prior to submitting an application for funding. You can find these guidelines NLSIP 2026/27 Funding Guidelines.

Information Sessions

Two information sessions will be held to allow applicants to ask questions related to the 2026-27 Newfoundland and Labrador Settlement and Integration Program. Information sessions will cover: the application process, program priorities, and reporting requirements. Applicants are encouraged to submit their questions in advance and register to attend the session here.

Information sessions: