The Society offers Indigenous Award programs for students pursuing post-secondary education in BC. They are available to students who identify as Indigenous – First Nations (Status or Non-Status), Métis or Inuit. All are renewable in order to provide sustained funding over multiple years.Indigenous Student Awards: $1000-$5000 (renewable annually) for students pursuing trades training, apprenticeship, diploma, certificates, degree or post-degree programs.Applications for 2025 Indigenous Student Awards are now open. The deadline to apply is 4:30PM (PST) on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.Detailed Eligibility Criteria:Apprenticeship/Trades Training/Certificates/DiplomasYou are First Nations (Status or Non-Status), Inuit or Métis;You are a resident of British Columbia, defined as...

It’s expensive to go to schoolTuition, books, living expenses education can be a big investment. But it’s an investment in your future, and we don’t want the cost to stand in your way. That’s why Prospera provides education grants to post-secondary students every year.Prospera education grantsWe know the cost of earning a post-secondary education can add up quickly for students. We are here to help by giving over $25,000 to students through our Prospera Education Grants program. This is our way of supporting new, returning, or mature students with their post-secondary journey for the fall 2025 semester.Let us help you...

The BC First Nations Forestry Council's Indigenous Forestry Scholarship Program is designed to provide support for First Nations, Inuit, or Métis Descent students interested in attending full-time studies in a designated post-secondary institution. The program is delivered in partnership with BC Timber Sales (BCTS), BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), Domtar, DRAX, Finning, Mosaic Forest Management, Office of the Chief Forester (OCF) and  and the Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Program (ISETP).The program provides Indigenous students with:Tuition and living scholarshipPaid summer work-term experience and one-on-one mentorship with a program partnerSupport from your local Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Program (ISETP) centreThe Indigenous...

The 4-H program provides young people with an opportunity to learn how to become productive, self-assured adults who can make their community and country a good place in which to live. This is fostered through project and program work, experiences with their 4-H club members and leaders and their participation in district, regional and even provincial programs.The goal of the 4-H program is youth development. The objectives of 4-H clubs are knowledge, leadership, citizenship and personal development.Information ChecklistPhone number, address, and principal/dean’s name of your current school.Information related to 4-H, such as:Number of years you have achieved in 4-H.Number of...

The Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) Educational Assistance Fund was established through a trust created in June 1989 by combining three private donations. The purpose of the fund is to help those who were in provincial care reach their educational goals.Who can apply for an education bursary?To be eligible for the bursary, you need to be:A former permanent ward of the Ministry of Social Services orFormerly in the continuing care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) or a Delegated Aboriginal Agency (DAA)/Indigenous Child and Family Service Agency (ICFSA)You also need to be:At least 19 years oldA high...

The Jack Davis Scholarship is awarded annually to the most outstanding all-round North Shore secondary school graduate to assist in his or her entering the University of British Columbia. It was established to commemorate the many contributions of the late Honourable Jack Davis, P.C., to Canada and British Columbia.Best known for the 27 years he represented North Shore constituents, at both the federal and provincial levels, Jack Davis was also an all-round student. His high grades, impressive athletic achievements, and leadership positions in student organizations earned him scholarships to U.B.C. and ultimately a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford in 1939. The...

If you are a young British Columbian who has made a difference in your community, we want to hear from you! The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship rewards students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities and exemplary contributions and commitment to enriching the lives of others in the community.Who Is Eligible?The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship recognizes four student leaders in the province of British Columbia who are entering their first year of post-secondary education, and have made exceptional contributions in the following areas:School and community service, leadershipInitiating community developmentAffecting positive changeMentoring othersPersonal development and growthTaking the time to do...

Steven Rubin, a 32nd Degree Mason, has been involved with helping people to better themselves and their businesses.Steven has worked with children with Special Needs, as a Block Parent and Advisor to those who needed his help.In 2014 at the age of 66, Steven met his wife, Susan, a Retired School Teacher of 25 years. Susan was involved with the Scouting Program, Richmond Youth Orchestra and tutoring E.S.L. students. Susan, like Steven, was all about helping people especially children. Together they have established the Steven & Susan Rubin Educational Scholarship Fund.The Scholarship Fund was created for those wishing to go...

Wanjara Nomad Collections has compiled an extensive collection of historical artifacts to preserve and share the history of Sikhs. This includes exploring how Sikhs perceive their past, present, and future.As part of its efforts, Wanjara Nomad Collections is offering five scholarships worth $1,300 each to support post-secondary education for grade 12 students in British Columbia who will be attending a post-secondary institution in September 2025. These scholarships are open to all students, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or citizenship status.Our goal is to inspire and empower students to pursue their dreams, make a positive impact on their communities and the world,...

The Education Awards Program helps residents in a household directly receiving subsidy from BC Housing, or receiving rental assistance through the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) at the start of courses pursue their educational goals as a way to achieve success and personal growth. The bursaries and awards are for post-secondary education and training programs.We offer seven education awards and bursaries. We encourage you to apply for as many awards as you’re eligible for. We grant one award a year to each successful applicant based on academic achievement and financial need.Annual Dates & DeadlinesJanuary – Annual program launchApril 30 – Application...

Kamloops Minor Hockey Association is proud to offer 3 different Scholarships for their graduating players that are moving on to post-secondary education.These scholarships ($500 each) are designed to recognize a variety of skills including hockey, academics, sportsmanship, leadership and character.This scholarship will be awarded annually to a student (male or female) who best meets the following criteria:Graduates from grade 12 in a Kamloops area high school with above-average marks in all subjects.Has played hockey or officiated in Kamloops Minor Hockey Association for a minimum of 2 years to at least the U15 level and has shown good sportsmanship, leadership and...

Kamloops Minor Hockey Association is proud to offer 3 different Scholarships for their graduating players that are moving on to post-secondary education.These scholarships ($500 each) are designed to recognize a variety of skills including hockey, academics, sportsmanship, leadership and character.This scholarship will be awarded annually to a student (male or female) who best meets the following criteria:Graduates from grade 12 in a Kamloops area high school with above-average marks in all subjects.Has played hockey or officiated in Kamloops Minor Hockey Association for a minimum of 4 years, and has shown good sportsmanship, leadership and character.  Preference will be given to...