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Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding
Funding for nursing education in BC
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 1,500
Timeline
- Open Date : June 15, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
RNFBC offers bursaries to support nursing education in British Columbia. Standard bursaries are $1,500, with some exceptions for certificate and specialized bursaries, and eligible activities include nursing studies at the certificate, diploma, undergraduate, and graduate levels.
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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
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Open Date : June 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Nursing education studies.
- Graduate studies in nursing or related nursing practice fields.
- Accredited certificate studies that advance professional nursing practice.
Documents Needed
- Proof of British Columbia residency
- Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
- Proof of current enrollment, acceptance, or completion of studies
- Supporting documents required for specific bursary criteria
- Receipt for certificate studies, where requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Nursing students.
- Nurses pursuing further education.
- Applicants in certificate, diploma, undergraduate, or graduate nursing programs.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants studying outside British Columbia at the diploma or undergraduate level.
- Applicants in employer-funded certificate programs.
- Applicants in programs that do not advance professional nursing practice.
Eligible expenses
- Education costs covered by bursary funding for eligible nursing studies.
- Certificate program costs, based on the program’s cost tiers.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Certificate studies under $500.
- Employer-funded certificate studies.
- Programs or courses that do not advance professional nursing practice.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are drawn at random from eligible applicants.
- Recipients are notified by email.
- Selected applicants must sign an agreement before funding is issued.
- Selected applicants must provide proof of current enrollment or graduation and other requested information.
Additional information
- Applicants may re-apply each year they are enrolled in nursing studies.
- Applicants can apply for all bursaries they are eligible for, but may receive only one bursary per year.
- Selected recipients are notified by email.
- Applicants selected for funding must sign an agreement and submit a thank-you letter to the donor.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding. 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 Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding?
RNFBC offers bursaries to support nursing education in British Columbia. Standard bursaries are $1,500, with some exceptions for certificate and specialized bursaries, and eligible activities include nursing studies at the certificate, diploma, undergraduate, and graduate levels.
How much funding can be received?
Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding Funds up to $1,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding program?
To be eligible for the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding program, you must:
BC resident
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Nursing student or nurse in current studies
What expenses are eligible under Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding?
Nursing education studies.
Graduate studies in nursing or related nursing practice fields.
Accredited certificate studies that advance professional nursing practice.
Who can I contact for more information about the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding?
You can contact Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia by email at info@rnfbc.ca or by phone at 604-739-1944.
Where is the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding available?
The Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia — General Bursary Funding is a Grant and Funding