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Myrna Holden Award
Tuition support for women in engineering and computing
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 60,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia
Overview
This award supports a woman pursuing a degree in the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Victoria. It provides funding for one year of tuition for a recipient in financial need.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
Target groups
- Women & girls
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Computer Science at the University of Victoria.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women students at the University of Victoria.
- Students in Engineering and Computer Science.
Eligible expenses
- Tuition fees for one year.
Eligible geographic areas
- University of Victoria, British Columbia.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Myrna Holden Award Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Myrna Holden Award. 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 Myrna Holden Award?
This award supports a woman pursuing a degree in the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Victoria. It provides funding for one year of tuition for a recipient in financial need.
How much funding can be received?
Myrna Holden Award Funds up to $60,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Myrna Holden Award program?
To be eligible for the Myrna Holden Award program, you must:
Woman student at UVic
Engineering or computer science
Financial need required
What expenses are eligible under Myrna Holden Award?
Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Computer Science at the University of Victoria.
Who can I contact for more information about the Myrna Holden Award?
You can contact Canadian Federation of University Women Saanich Peninsula (CFUW) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Myrna Holden Award available?
The Myrna Holden Award program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Myrna Holden Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Myrna Holden Award is a Grant and Funding