Adult Learning and Literacy

If your organization is interested in applying to operate a new Adult Learning Centre or Manitoba Adult Literacy Program, or needs more information about the application process, please contact Adult Learning and Literacy at all@gov.mb.ca or (204) 945-8247.

Starting a Manitoba Adult Learning Centre

Adult Learning Centres (ALCs) provide quality educational programming based on recognized principles of adult education to support adult learners in earning Grades 9-12 credits. ALCs serve adult learners who want to:

  • complete a high school diploma
  • earn specific additional credits to meet prerequisites for post-secondary education, training, or employment

ALCs are authorized by the Province of Manitoba to grant high school credits and issue high school diplomas. They use department-developed or approved curricula, and graduates meet provincial high school graduation requirements.

The Adult Learning Centres Act and General Regulation establish the eligibility requirements and responsibilities of a registered ALC. All potential applicants should be familiar with the requirements for ALC operators before applying.

As of June 2026, First Nations band councils may apply to register and operate an Adult Learning Centre independently or in partnership with a Recognized Education Institution (university, college, school division, independent school, or regional vocational school).

For more information on registering and operating an ALC, please contact Adult Learning and Literacy at all@gov.mb.ca or (204) 945-8247.

Starting a Manitoba Adult Literacy Program

Manitoba Adult Literacy Programs (MALPs) provide non-credit learning opportunities that help adults improve foundational literacy and numeracy skills to achieve their personal, educational, and employment goals.

ALPs receive funding under The Adult Literacy Act and Adult Literacy Regulation, which establish the eligibility criteria and outline the responsibilities of program operators. All potential applicants should be familiar with the requirements for ALP operators before applying.

For more information on the eligibility criteria to apply for MALP funding, please contact Adult Learning and Literacy at all@gov.mb.ca or (204) 945-8247.