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B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program
Student loan forgiveness for eligible graduates in B.C.
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia
Overview
This program forgives part of the B.C. portion of Canada-B.C. integrated student loan debt for recent graduates in select in-demand occupations. It supports employment in publicly funded facilities in underserved communities or in roles working with children in British Columbia.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Employment in eligible occupations at publicly funded facilities in underserved communities in British Columbia
- Employment in eligible occupations working with children across British Columbia
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Current employment letter signed by the employer
- Application package checklist
- Signed declaration section
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Recent graduates
- Individuals in eligible in-demand occupations
- People employed at publicly funded facilities in British Columbia
Who is not eligible
- People enrolled in full-time post-secondary studies
- Applicants without an outstanding B.C. student loan in repayment
- People whose loans are in default, delinquent, or in bankruptcy
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Eligible underserved communities in B.C.
- Publicly funded facilities across B.C.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are processed after submission and incomplete packages cannot be processed
- Processing time is about four to six weeks
- Applications are reviewed and may be subject to audit and verification
- Applicants are notified through their StudentAid BC online account
Additional information
- The application is not retroactive.
- Applications must be submitted before the eligible employment period begins.
- Benefits are based on verified in-person service hours.
- You must keep your mailing and email address up to date in your StudentAid BC account.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program?
This program forgives part of the B.C. portion of Canada-B.C. integrated student loan debt for recent graduates in select in-demand occupations. It supports employment in publicly funded facilities in underserved communities or in roles working with children in British Columbia.
How much funding can be received?
B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program program?
To be eligible for the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program program, you must:
Repaying a B.C. student loan
Graduate of an accredited institution
Employed in an eligible occupation
What expenses are eligible under B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program?
Employment in eligible occupations at publicly funded facilities in underserved communities in British Columbia
Employment in eligible occupations working with children across British Columbia
Who can I contact for more information about the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program?
You can contact Health Sciences Association of British Columbia (HSA) by email at none or by phone at 1-800-561-1818.
Where is the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program available?
The B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program is a Loans and Capital investments