Services
Expertises
Resources
Who we are
BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program - British Columbia - Canada
Closed
Source verified June 19, 2026

BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program

Scholarships for aviation and aerospace training
Funding available
$ 1,875 - $ 54,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Yukon, Canada
Who can apply

Students in aviation and aerospace

See full eligibility

Overview

This program provides scholarships for aviation and aerospace students and trainees, with awards ranging from $1,875 to $54,000. It supports training and education in pilots, AME, operations and management, and general aviation/aerospace studies.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Attract or retain talent
  • Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 54,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 1,875 $

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • British Columbia, Yukon
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
  • Women

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Aviation and aerospace training and education
  • Pilot training and licence advancement
  • Aircraft maintenance engineer training
  • Airport operations and management studies
  • General post-secondary aviation or aerospace studies

Documents Needed

  • Completed online application form
  • Covering letter with narrative summary
  • Academic transcript
  • Reference or recommendation letters
  • Supporting proof of training results or certifications, where applicable

Official resources

Official page

Scholarship Application - British Columbia Aviation Council

Program guide

MARY Swain Memorial Aviation Training (2023)

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Students in aviation and aerospace
  • Pilots and pilot trainees
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer trainees
  • Airport operations and management students
  • Women, Indigenous students, and BC/Yukon residents for specific awards

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants who do not submit a complete application
  • Applicants who do not apply through the online form
  • Applicants whose training is outside BC or the Yukon, unless otherwise noted

Eligible expenses

  • Tuition and training costs
  • Scholarship payments to schools or trainees
  • Funds tied to flight training, AME training, or aviation studies

Eligible geographic areas

  • British Columbia
  • Yukon
  • Applications are generally accepted from anywhere

Selection criteria

  • Quality and completeness of the application.
  • Academic standing and transcript results.
  • Strength of the covering letter and explanation of financial need.
  • Relevant experience, commitment, and training progress.
  • Reference letters and supporting recommendations.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Complete the online form
    • Select the scholarship category or categories.
    • Provide the requested applicant information.
  • Step 2: Prepare supporting materials
    • Write the covering letter.
    • Gather transcripts, reference letters, and other required proof.
  • Step 3: Submit before the deadline
    • Upload the completed application and all attachments through the online form.
    • Submit the application by midnight on April 30.
  • Step 4: Await review and results
    • The committee reviews applications.
    • Successful applicants are contacted before the end of June.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the BCAC Scholarship Committee.
  • Review is described as thorough and based on the submitted application materials.
  • Successful applicants are contacted before the end of June.
  • Payments are then issued according to the scholarship terms.
  • Awards are recognized at the annual Silver Wings Industry and Scholarship Awards Celebration.

Additional information

  • Applications open annually on February 1.
  • Applications are treated in strict confidence.
  • Successful applicants may be shared with scholarship donors, with privacy respected.
  • Incomplete applications will be discarded.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program Program

What is the BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program?

This program provides scholarships for aviation and aerospace students and trainees, with awards ranging from $1,875 to $54,000. It supports training and education in pilots, AME, operations and management, and general aviation/aerospace studies.

How much funding can be received?

BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program Funds up to $54,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program program?

To be eligible for the BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program program, you must: Must apply online. Must be a BCAC member. Training usually in BC or Yukon.

What expenses are eligible under BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program?

Aviation and aerospace training and education Pilot training and licence advancement Aircraft maintenance engineer training Airport operations and management studies General post-secondary aviation or aerospace studies

Who can I contact for more information about the BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program?

You can contact BC Aviation Council (BCAC) by email at scholarships@bcaviationcouncil.org or by phone at 604.644.6426.

Where is the BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program available?

The BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program program is available the province of British Columbia, Yukon.

Is the BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

BC Aviation Council — Scholarship Program is a Grant and Funding