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Post Secondary Sponsorship
Post-secondary education sponsorship support
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Post-secondary education sponsorship is available for eligible Bigstone Cree Nation members studying at approved Canadian institutions. It supports approved post-secondary programs and related costs such as tuition, books, supplies, travel, and practicum or lab fees.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary education sponsorship for eligible students.
Documents Needed
- Bank information for direct deposit, if requested
- Front and back of Status Card
- Course list
- Fee assessment for tuition, books, supplies, travel, labs, and practicum costs
- Acceptance letter and statement of marks or transcripts for new applications
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Bigstone Cree Nation members.
- Students admitted to approved Canadian post-secondary institutions.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not members of Bigstone Cree Nation.
- Students not accepted into a BCNEA-approved accredited Canadian post-secondary institution.
- Applicants whose program is shorter than 2 years.
Eligible expenses
- Tuition
- Books and supplies
- Travel
- Lab and practicum costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through an online sponsorship application process.
- Only applications received by the deadline are processed.
- Supporting documents may be submitted after the deadline date.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted throughout the year, but there is one intake per academic year for fall and winter.
- Supporting documents can be submitted after the deadline date.
- Applications received after the deadline will not be processed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Post Secondary Sponsorship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Post Secondary Sponsorship. 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 Post Secondary Sponsorship?
Post-secondary education sponsorship is available for eligible Bigstone Cree Nation members studying at approved Canadian institutions. It supports approved post-secondary programs and related costs such as tuition, books, supplies, travel, and practicum or lab fees.
Who is eligible for the Post Secondary Sponsorship program?
To be eligible for the Post Secondary Sponsorship program, you must:
Bigstone Cree Nation members only.
Accepted into an approved Canadian post-secondary institution.
Minimum 2-year program and 12 months in Canada.
What expenses are eligible under Post Secondary Sponsorship?
Post-secondary education sponsorship for eligible students.
Who can I contact for more information about the Post Secondary Sponsorship?
You can contact Bigstone Cree Nation Education Authority (BCNEA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Post Secondary Sponsorship available?
The Post Secondary Sponsorship program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Post Secondary Sponsorship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Post Secondary Sponsorship is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Post Secondary Sponsorship?
Post Secondary Sponsorship is funded by Bigstone Cree Nation Education Authority (BCNEA)