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BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG)
Support for adults upgrading skills and training
Last Update: June 23, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Adult Upgrading Grant helps adults in British Columbia with financial need who are enrolled in eligible skills upgrading, education and training courses. It supports costs such as fees, books, supplies, transportation, and unsubsidized childcare.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Skills upgrading, education and training courses
Documents Needed
- 2025 income tax Notice of Assessment(s) for all income listed in Section 2
- Immigration document for non-citizens
- Receipts for technology costs, if already purchased
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Adults
- Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, or Protected Persons
- People living in British Columbia
Eligible expenses
- Fees
- Books
- Supplies
- Transportation
- Unsubsidized childcare
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- English Competency Assessment
- English Speaking and Listening Assessment
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
How to apply
- Register in your upgrading classes before submitting the application.
- Download the application on the StudentAid BC website.
- Complete sections 1-6 of the application.
- Email the completed application and supporting documents to augfinaid@bcit.ca.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed within 5 business days for Tuition Fee Deferrals.
- If approved, the fee deferral amount and expiry date appear in the Commitments tab.
- If declined, the denial reason is shown online.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) Program
What is the BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG)?
The Adult Upgrading Grant helps adults in British Columbia with financial need who are enrolled in eligible skills upgrading, education and training courses. It supports costs such as fees, books, supplies, transportation, and unsubsidized childcare.
Who is eligible for the BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) program?
To be eligible for the BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) program, you must:
Adult applicant
Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Person living in British Columbia
In financial need with family income below the specified threshold
What expenses are eligible under BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG)?
Skills upgrading, education and training courses
Who can I contact for more information about the BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG)?
You can contact British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).
Where is the BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) available?
The BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG)?
BCIT Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) is funded by British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)