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Emerging Leadership Award
Leadership development support for emerging leaders
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Emerging Leadership Award supports BC Emerging Leaders Network members seeking leadership development and stronger ties to the co-operative movement. Eligible support includes training, courses, conferences, and events such as CCUA, CUES, and e-Leadership Academy opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Leadership training and development activities
- Courses and conferences related to the credit union sector
- e-Leadership Academy training
Documents Needed
- Training, course, or event details
- Estimated training costs
- Estimated travel and accommodation costs, if applicable
- Amount covered by your credit union, if applicable
- Proof of credit union support
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- BC Emerging Leaders Network members
Eligible expenses
- Training or event costs
- Travel expenses
- Accommodation expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Late submissions
- Incomplete applications
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the opportunity
- Confirm that your training, course, or event fits the program scope.
- Step 2: Prepare application details
- Collect the event dates, provider information, estimated costs, travel and accommodation costs, and proof of credit union support.
- Step 3: Complete the application form
- Fill out the online application form provided by the program.
- Step 4: Submit during the application period
- Send the application between March 1 and March 22.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Late or incomplete applications are not considered.
- Applicants may need to confirm whether their opportunity qualifies before applying.
Additional information
- Applicants should confirm whether their training, course, or event qualifies before applying.
- Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.
- The program is supported by the Credit Union Foundation of BC and tied to the BC Emerging Leaders Network.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Emerging Leadership Award Program
What is the Emerging Leadership Award?
The Emerging Leadership Award supports BC Emerging Leaders Network members seeking leadership development and stronger ties to the co-operative movement. Eligible support includes training, courses, conferences, and events such as CCUA, CUES, and e-Leadership Academy opportunities.
Who is eligible for the Emerging Leadership Award program?
To be eligible for the Emerging Leadership Award program, you must:
Leadership development focus
Interest in the co-operative movement
Credit union support required
What expenses are eligible under Emerging Leadership Award?
Leadership training and development activities
Courses and conferences related to the credit union sector
e-Leadership Academy training
Who can I contact for more information about the Emerging Leadership Award?
You can contact Credit Union Foundation of BC (CUFBC) by email at info@bcemergingleaders.com.
Where is the Emerging Leadership Award available?
The Emerging Leadership Award program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Emerging Leadership Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Emerging Leadership Award is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Emerging Leadership Award?
Emerging Leadership Award is funded by Credit Union Foundation of BC (CUFBC)