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ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship
Needs-based scholarship enabling registered charity leaders to access governance training
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship provides up to $2,500 in needs-based funding to help board directors or Executive Directors from registered charities strengthen governance oversight. It supports eligible participation by covering enrollment costs for the two-day ICD-Rotman Governance Essentials Program (GEP), with recipients responsible for applicable taxes and any out-of-pocket expenses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Other Racialized Persons
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in the ICD-Rotman Governance Essentials Program (GEP) for foundational board governance education.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
Eligible expenses
- Enrollment fees for the ICD-Rotman Governance Essentials Program (GEP) (scholarship valued at $2,500).
Selection criteria
- Merit of the application.
- Demonstrated financial need (needs-based assistance).
- Expected benefit/impact of governance education on the registered charity.
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose a program offering (GEP session)
- Review the current ICD-Rotman Governance Essentials Program (GEP) offerings and select the session you want to attend (online sessions listed on the GEP page).
- Note the application deadline and deadline time for your selected offering (deadlines are listed per course code).
- Step 2: Apply online (ICD portal)
- Go to the online application page for the program: https://memberportal.icd.ca/en-US/UpcomingCourses/?CourseCode=GEP
- Complete the online application for the selected GEP offering before the listed deadline.
- Step 3: Consult scholarship availability (RBC scholarship page)
- Visit the scholarship page referenced by ICD for current scholarship offerings: https://www.icd.ca/RBCSCHOLARSHIP
Additional information
- Selected recipients are responsible for taxes and any out-of-pocket expenses.
- The scholarship supports enrollment in the ICD-Rotman Governance Essentials Program (GEP), an intensive two-day program developed with the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management.
- Attendance at the live, instructor-led online sessions (delivered over two consecutive days) is required for successful course completion.
- There are a limited number of scholarships available for the academic year.
Frequently Asked Questions about the ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship Program
What is the ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship?
The ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship provides up to $2,500 in needs-based funding to help board directors or Executive Directors from registered charities strengthen governance oversight. It supports eligible participation by covering enrollment costs for the two-day ICD-Rotman Governance Essentials Program (GEP), with recipients responsible for applicable taxes and any out-of-pocket expenses.
How much funding can be received?
ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship program, you must:
Be a registered charity.
Mission improves outcomes for the community served.
Preference: equity-seeking organizations serving underrepresented groups.
What expenses are eligible under ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship?
Participation in the ICD-Rotman Governance Essentials Program (GEP) for foundational board governance education.
Who can I contact for more information about the ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship?
You can contact Royal Bank of Canada (RBC).
Where is the ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship available?
The ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship program is available across Canada.
Is the ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship is a Grant and Funding