Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA)

• Proof of application to the employer under Article 17.02(h).
• Course or training details, including dates and cost breakdown.
• Receipts for approved expenses.
• Claim Form.
• EFT form and Repayment Commitment Agreement.

Who is eligible?

• HSA members covered by the HSPBA/HEABC Provincial Agreement.
• Members seeking professional development in a health science profession.

Who is not eligible

• Non-HSA members.
• Members not covered by the HSPBA/HEABC Provincial Agreement.
• Applicants seeking personal development only.
• Applications for travel or accommodation outside Canada and the United States.

Eligible expenses

• Tuition fees and registration fees.
• Required books, materials, and other reasonable education-related expenses.
• Travel and accommodation in Canada or the United States, when required for training or clinical placement.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Wage replacement.
• Professional association, regulatory college, and membership fees.
• Technology costs, including laptops, software, and hardware.
• Meals, childcare, baggage fees, and per diems.
• Travel or accommodation outside Canada and the United States.

Eligible geographic areas

• British Columbia

• Applications are assessed on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Applications must satisfy the published eligibility guidelines.
• Funding is subject to available remaining monies.

• Step 1: Review eligibility and guidelines
  • Read the bursary page, FAQ, and eligibility guidelines.
  • Confirm the education or training falls within the eligible dates.
• Step 2: Prepare application materials
  • Gather course details, dates, cost breakdown, and website links.
  • Obtain written proof of application to the employer under Article 17.02(h).
  • List costs in Canadian dollars.
• Step 3: Submit online application
  • Log in to the HSABC website using your personal email address.
  • Complete and submit the application form online.
• Step 4: Complete post-approval documents
  • If approved, complete the Claim Form, EFT form, and Repayment Commitment Agreement.
  • Return the required documents with receipts for approved expenses.

• Applications are reviewed in the order received.
• Approval depends on eligibility and remaining funds.
• Applicants are notified by email if approved or denied.
• Approved applicants receive a Claim Form, EFT form, and Repayment Commitment Agreement.
• Reimbursement is issued after the required documents and receipts are received.

• Applications are temporarily paused due to high demand.
• Please check back for further updates.