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Adult Upgrading Grant
Needs-based support for adult upgrading students
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Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Adult Upgrading Grant supports adult learners at B.C. public post-secondary institutions enrolled in Adult basic education, Accessible Education and Training, or English as a second language. It helps cover fees, transportation, and unsubsidized childcare.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Next Steps
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Skills upgrading or education and training courses
- Adult basic education
- Accessible Education and Training
- English as a second language
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- 2025 Notice of Assessment(s) from the Canada Revenue Agency.
- Canadian immigration document, if not a Canadian citizen.
- Statement explaining missing tax documents, if applicable.
- Monthly daycare invoices for reimbursement.
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Adult Upgrading Grant scope updated
The grant examples and support contact hours were updated, with Adult Upgrading now shown as a supported program example and financial aid office hours changing.
The Adult Upgrading Grant page now shows Adult Upgrading (AU) as a supported program example instead of Career and College Preparation (CCP). The StudentAid BC application page also now refers to accessible education and training programs and examples instead of adult special education programs. On the financial aid contact page, office hours changed from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., to 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The phone number and email address shown there did not change.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Adults
- Adults attending a B.C. public post-secondary institution approved to administer Adult Upgrading Grant funding
- Adults enrolled in skills upgrading or education and training courses
Who is not eligible
- Students who are not residents of British Columbia.
- Applicants who do not meet the program's citizenship or protected-person status requirements.
- Landed immigrants under Investor or Entrepreneur immigration categories.
Eligible expenses
- Mandatory fees, books, supplies, and technology.
- Transportation and unsubsidized childcare.
- Tuition for Accessible Education and Training.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Financial need.
- Application completeness and supporting documents.
- Course eligibility under the program.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form.
- Fill out the grant application.
- Step 2: Attach supporting documents.
- Include required tax and immigration documents, if applicable.
- Add any statement or supporting proof requested by the form.
- Step 3: Submit to the Financial Aid Office.
- Submit the completed form to the Financial Aid Office at your post-secondary institution.
- Step 4: Await the decision.
- The Financial Aid Office may contact you for more information.
- Receive the decision from the office.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Financial Aid Office.
- The office may request additional information.
- Applicants receive a decision from the Financial Aid Office.
- If rejected, applicants may discuss an appeal with the office.
Additional information
- Applications are available at all Coast Mountain College campuses.
- Applicants may be asked for additional proof or supporting information.
- If rejected, applicants can discuss an appeal with the Financial Aid Office.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Adult Upgrading Grant Program
What is the Adult Upgrading Grant?
The Adult Upgrading Grant supports adult learners at B.C. public post-secondary institutions enrolled in Adult basic education, Accessible Education and Training, or English as a second language. It helps cover fees, transportation, and unsubsidized childcare.
Who is eligible for the Adult Upgrading Grant program?
To be eligible for the Adult Upgrading Grant program, you must:
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
Resident of British Columbia
Financial need and proof of income required
What expenses are eligible under Adult Upgrading Grant?
Mandatory fees, books, supplies, and technology.
Transportation and unsubsidized childcare.
Tuition for Accessible Education and Training.
Who can I contact for more information about the Adult Upgrading Grant?
You can contact CMTN Foundation (CMTN) or by phone at 1-800-561-1818.
Where is the Adult Upgrading Grant available?
The Adult Upgrading Grant program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Adult Upgrading Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Adult Upgrading Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Adult Upgrading Grant?
Adult Upgrading Grant is funded by CMTN Foundation (CMTN)