Approval decisions are made by the Cold Lake First Nations Human Resources Departmental staff and are based on:

1. The availability of funds
2. Cost effectiveness
3. Meeting the specified deadlines for submissions
4. Proper order and completion of the application and other attachments
5. Meeting eligibility criteria
6. If applicable, success with past sponsorship
7. Demonstrated motivation and commitment
8. Support letters for future employment
9. Skills development that meets the current or future labour market
10. Demonstrated true financial need

Sponsorship Conditions

1. Processing of any applications will not take place until all necessary documentation is completed and provided to the Human Resources Department. All documentation required is the sole responsibility of the applicant. Do not approach the Human Resources Department until all documentation is collected.
2. Applicants must apply to training institutions that offer their specific training programs at the nearest location to the Cold Lake First Nations.
3. Any false documentation or information might result in the applicants immediate denial of sponsorship and may prevent the applicant from receiving future sponsorship.
4. The applicant must settle any outstanding debts to any education and/or training Institution such as: Library fines, parking fines or any other debts
5. Re-location Assistance will be paid directly from the Human Resources Department. This is a one time only Re-location Assistance offerr.