Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 1, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program offers five bursaries of $1,000 each to support students entering their first year of post-secondary education. It supports recognized degree, diploma, or certificate studies, including technical and vocational training, and funds students based on admission and application criteria.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Education
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- First-year post-secondary education support.
- Technical and vocational training programs.
- Degree, diploma, or certificate studies.
Documents Needed
- Property address or roll number
- Volunteer experience reference contact information
- Verification of Eligibility Form
- Letter of offer from the post-secondary institution
- Signed photo release waiver
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students entering first-year post-secondary education
- Children of Township of Tiny taxpayers
- Residents of the Township of Tiny
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not residents of the Township of Tiny
- Applicants not entering their first year of post-secondary education
- Applicants who have already received this bursary
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of Tiny
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed anonymously by a Selection Committee.
- Applications are scored on volunteer experience, essay response, and completeness/comprehension.
- Applicants are notified of the decision by early August.
- Successful candidates must complete verification and waiver documents before receiving the bursary.
- Recipients are invited to attend a regular council meeting in early August to accept the award.
Additional information
- There are five bursaries available, each worth $1,000.
- Successful applicants must complete a Verification of Eligibility Form.
- A letter of offer from the post-secondary institution is required before payment.
- Selected recipients must sign a photo release waiver.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Education Bursary Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Education Bursary 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 Education Bursary Program?
The program offers five bursaries of $1,000 each to support students entering their first year of post-secondary education. It supports recognized degree, diploma, or certificate studies, including technical and vocational training, and funds students based on admission and application criteria.
How much funding can be received?
Education Bursary Program Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Education Bursary Program program?
To be eligible for the Education Bursary Program program, you must:
First-year post-secondary student
Township of Tiny resident
Only one award per applicant
What expenses are eligible under Education Bursary Program?
First-year post-secondary education support.
Technical and vocational training programs.
Degree, diploma, or certificate studies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Education Bursary Program?
You can contact Township of Tiny by email at recreation@tiny.ca or by phone at 705-526-4204.
Where is the Education Bursary Program available?
The Education Bursary Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Education Bursary Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Education Bursary Program is a Grant and Funding