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Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027
Education support for eligible cancer survivors
Last Update: June 12, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 2,000
Timeline
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Location
Alberta, Northwest Territories, Canada
Overview
The Kids with Cancer Society Bursary offers awards of $500 to $2,000 to support postsecondary and continuing education costs. It funds eligible students pursuing studies and related education expenses for the 2026-2027 academic year.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta, Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Postsecondary or continuing education studies for the 2026-2027 academic year
Documents Needed
- Completed bursary application form
- Letter of acceptance or proof of application
- Application letter
- One signed and dated reference letter
- Signed and dated letter from a health care professional
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students pursuing postsecondary or continuing education
- Individuals treated for childhood cancer at Stollery Children’s Hospital
- Residents of Northern Alberta or the Northwest Territories
Who is not eligible
- Students applying for high school upgrading
Eligible expenses
- Tuition and mandatory fees
- Textbooks, supplies, and training-related expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Personal costs
- Previous debt, accounts, or shortfalls
- High school upgrading
Eligible geographic areas
- Northern Alberta
- Northwest Territories
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill in the application form and declaration and consent section.
- Include your education plan and prior monetary awards information.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Attach your application letter.
- Include one reference letter and one letter from a health care professional.
- Provide proof of acceptance or verification of application from the institution.
- Step 3: Submit the package
- Send the completed application and supporting documents by in person, mail, fax, or email.
- Submit to the Kids with Cancer Society by the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and supporting documents are verified
- Applicants are notified of the status of their application
- The society’s decision is final and not subject to appeal
- Funding is issued after acceptance and is paid to the institution
Additional information
- Applicants must sign a declaration and consent form.
- The society may contact references and verify student information.
- False or misleading information can permanently disqualify an applicant.
- Recipients may be asked to allow use of their name and photo for one bursary memorial award.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027 Program
What is the Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027?
The Kids with Cancer Society Bursary offers awards of $500 to $2,000 to support postsecondary and continuing education costs. It funds eligible students pursuing studies and related education expenses for the 2026-2027 academic year.
How much funding can be received?
Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027 Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027 program?
To be eligible for the Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027 program, you must:
Registered KWCS member
Postsecondary or continuing education student
Resident of Northern Alberta or NWT
What expenses are eligible under Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027?
Postsecondary or continuing education studies for the 2026-2027 academic year
Who can I contact for more information about the Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027?
You can contact Kids with Cancer Society by email at BlairL@kidswithcancer.ca or by phone at 780-496-2459.
Where is the Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027 available?
The Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027 program is available the province of Alberta, Northwest Territories.
Is the Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027 is a Grant and Funding