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Bursaries, scholarships and apprenticeship funding

With one application you can apply for hundreds of awards through the NIC Foundation. We can also help you connect with other sources of funding.

Apprentice support

Apprenticeship funding 

While you're enrolled in technical trades training (level 100-400), there are many financial supports to help pay for tuition, tools, equipment and living expenses. 

SkilledTradesBC 

SkilledTradesBC is the organization that advances BC’s trades training system. It offers resources and information for students in the trades. 

WorkBC 

WorkBC offers information for apprentices and employers seeking access to financial support. 

Canada apprentice loans

Canada student loans offers apprentice loans to support you while you're in technical training. These loans are 0% interest and normally go into repayment after you achieve your Red Seal.

Awards

Bursaries, scholarships and awards are available from many organizations. Please check directly wtih your secondary school, union and professional organization to ask what opportunities they may have.

BC Scholarship Society 

Each year, the BC Scholarship Society offers hundreds of awards varying between $1,000 and $10,000 for students across BC. 

  • Transfer Scholarships are available for students who are transferring between two post-secondary institutions and are awarded based on academic achievement. 
  • Indigenous Student Awards are offered for students pursuing trades training, an apprenticeship or diploma, certificate, degree or post-degree programs. 
  • International Scholarships are also offered for students planning to complete post-secondary courses or related work experience abroad. 

Sponsorship

Indigenous funding 

Indigenous students may be eligible for scholarships, bursaries or funding through your nation’s office. Get in touch with an NIC Indigenous Education navigator to review upcoming opportunities. If you’re a current NIC student, you can also book an appointment with a financial aid advisor. 

Sponsorship funding 

If you’re set to receive financial support from an outside agency, fill out a Funding Agency Sponsorship Agreement form or if you're a current student, contact an advisor through myNIC to learn more.