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Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA)
Reimbursement for HSA members’ professional development
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,500
Timeline
- Closing date : December 15, 2025
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This bursary supports HSA members with reimbursement for professional development training and education. The maximum funding is $7,500 per member, including up to $1,500 for travel and accommodation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Professional development education and training.
- Training in health science professional disciplines used in the public health care system.
- Required ongoing professional development.
- Courses and activities related to skill upgrading.
Documents Needed
- 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.
Eligibility
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
Processing and Agreement
- 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.
Additional information
- Applications are first come, first served until funds are exhausted.
- Only HSA members covered by the HSPBA/HEABC Provincial Agreement are eligible.
- Applicants must provide proof of having applied to their employer under Article 17.02(h).
- Funding is conditional on the Repayment Commitment Agreement process.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA). 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 Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA)?
This bursary supports HSA members with reimbursement for professional development training and education. The maximum funding is $7,500 per member, including up to $1,500 for travel and accommodation.
How much funding can be received?
Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA) Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA) program?
To be eligible for the Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA) program, you must:
HSA member under HSPBA
Training within the eligible dates
Professional development only
What expenses are eligible under Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA)?
Professional development education and training.
Training in health science professional disciplines used in the public health care system.
Required ongoing professional development.
Courses and activities related to skill upgrading.
Who can I contact for more information about the Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA)?
You can contact Health Sciences Association of British Columbia (HSA) by email at ProfessionalEnhancementBursary@hsabc.org.
Where is the Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA) available?
The Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA) program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Professional Enhancement Bursary (HSPBA) is a Grant and Funding