Funding: Foreign Credential Recognition Program – Overview
As of April 29, 2026, the Foreign Credential Recognition Program (FCRP) has paused its continuous intake process due to shifting program priorities and available funding. The Department is not accepting any new concept papers or proposals at this time.
1. Overview
The Government of Canada provides funding to governments and organizations through the Foreign Credential Recognition Program (FCRP) to support foreign credential recognition in Canada.
The FCRP does not provide money directly to individuals; it provides funding to provincial and territorial governments and other organizations. These other organizations may include regulatory bodies, national associations and credential assessment agencies. Governments and organizations use the funding for programs that contribute to the integration of skilled newcomers in their field or related field of study.
Related links
- Concept paper template
- Foreign Credential Recognition Program: Approved Projects
- Forum of Labour Market Ministers: Foreign Qualification Recognition