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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)

Overview of Available Grants and Funding

The CWB Welding Foundation is a national Canadian charity founded by the CWB Group in 2013 that funds welding and materials joining education. It offers grants, bursaries, awards and program support for students, educators and institutions across Canada, including equipment upgrades, PPE, curriculum resources and training programs. View CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)'s website for more information.
Content last updated: April 29, 2026

List of grants and funding offered by CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)

8 opportunities available
Equipment and Technology Advancement Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Equipment and Technology Advancement Program

Supports modernization of welding programs with funding for equipment and technology upgrades.
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Utilities
  • Construction
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
CWB John Marinucci Bursary
Grant and FundingClosed

CWB John Marinucci Bursary

Bursary for Mohawk College welding students
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • From $1,250 to $1,250
Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Ontario, Canada
CWB WeldSAFE™ Grant
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

CWB WeldSAFE™ Grant

Safety PPE support for school welding programs
Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Canada
Nicole LeClair Welding Bursary
Grant and FundingOpen

Nicole LeClair Welding Bursary

Financial support for Ontario welding students
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • From $2,000 to $2,000
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Mind Over Metal™ Camps
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

Mind Over Metal™ Camps

Hands-on welding camps for youth
Manitoba, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Innovation
Manitoba, Ontario, Canada
Hugh A. Krentz Student Award
Grant and FundingOpen

Hugh A. Krentz Student Award

Support for welding students in Canada
Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Canada
CWB WeldSAFE™ Career Kickstart Award
Grant and FundingClosed

CWB WeldSAFE™ Career Kickstart Award

PPE support for future welding professionals
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Forged by Youth Award
Grant and FundingOpen

Forged by Youth Award

Funding for Canadian student welding projects
Canada
Eligible Funding
  • From $1,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Canada

About CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)

What is the mission of CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)?

The CWB Welding Foundation’s mission is to build strong career pathways in welding and related industries by funding education, equipment, safety resources and training. It forges partnerships between industry, education and government to expand access to high-quality welding learning opportunities for diverse groups across Canada.

What type of organization is CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)?

CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) is a Foundation.

When was CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) founded?

CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) was founded in 2013.

What is CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)'s official website?

CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)'s official website is https://www.cwbweldingfoundation.org.

What else should I know about CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)?

The CWB Welding Foundation is a national Canadian charity created by the CWB Group to strengthen welding and materials joining education across Canada. It supports students, educators and training institutions through grants, bursaries, awards and program funding.
Its funding helps schools and community partners improve equipment, safety resources, curriculum access and career pathways, with a focus on expanding opportunity and workforce development in welding-related trades.