StrongerBC Future Skills Grant — Short-Term Training: Free, online. Who it's for: Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person entitled to study in Canada; BC resident; 19 or older; any income level; $3,500….
Categories: Education & Learning, Employment, Financial Aid
If you live in BC and are 19 or older, the BC government may pay up to $3,500 for short-term job training at a public college or university in BC. Your income does not matter. ▸ Who can get this? • You are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person allowed to study in Canada. • You live in BC. • You are 19 or older. • Your income does not matter. ▸ What you get • Up to $3,500 in total, for your whole life. • It can pay for tuition, required fees and course materials. • For 2026/27, 24 public post-secondary schools offer over 250 eligible programs. Fields include health care, construction, mining, clean technology and more. ▸ How to apply 1. Set up a BC Services Card account. This can take some time, so do it early. 2. Find an eligible program on EducationPlannerBC and register with the school. 3. Tell the school you plan to use the grant. 4. Apply for the grant in the online portal with your BC Services Card account. 5. Check your email and the portal for updates. ▸ What you need • An active BC Services Card account ▸ Good to know • You can do steps 2 and 4 in either order. You must do both. • If you get Employment Insurance (EI) or BC income or disability assistance, get approval from that office before you start. • If you are a WorkBC client, talk to your employment counsellor before you register. • Need help with living costs or daycare while you train? Contact your local WorkBC Centre 6 to 8 weeks ahead. • You cannot use other grants or loans for the same costs. • The grant may affect your taxes. • Fall and winter 2026/27 programs are eligible. Training may start as early as September 2026. • Questions about your program, tuition or seats: ask your school.
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