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Staff Education Fund
Funding for staff healthcare education and development
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 26, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $1,500 annually to support staff professional development and education. It helps fund accredited courses, seminars, workshops, research, and healthcare career advancement activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : May 26, 2026
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 through seminars, workshops, and conferences
- Upgrading skills to implement new programs, services, equipment, or technology
- Education to expand healthcare career options
- Research projects that support professional growth and patient care quality
- Group education events and healthcare staff education exchanges
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Manager’s signature and approval
- Course or program details
- Proof of registration
- Proof of payment and completion
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Health Authority employees at VCH sites and facilities in the Sunshine Coast Community of Care
- Regular full-time employees with at least one year of service
- Casual or part-time employees with at least 1,950 cumulative hours
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without the required manager approval
- Applicants who do not work at a VCH site or facility in the Sunshine Coast Community of Care
- Applicants who do not meet the minimum service or hour requirement
Eligible expenses
- Course and program registration fees
- Conference, seminar, and workshop fees
- Fees for undergraduate and master’s degree programs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Books
- Travel and accommodation
- Professional licensing and recertification
- Examination fees
- Lost wages
Eligible geographic areas
- Sunshine Coast Community of Care
- Vancouver Coastal Health sites and facilities on the Lower Sunshine Coast, from Egmont to Port Mellon
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Sechelt Hospital Foundation Education Fund Committee.
- The committee meets quarterly to review requests.
- Applicants are notified within two weeks of committee meetings.
- Funds are released after successful completion or confirmation of attendance, when required.
Additional information
- Applicants may be asked to share their learning with colleagues or the Foundation.
- Successful applicants are expected to remain with the organization for one year after receiving funds.
- Prepayment may be considered upon request.
- Additional funding may be available through VCH bursaries and scholarships.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Staff Education Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Staff Education Fund. 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 Staff Education Fund?
This program provides up to $1,500 annually to support staff professional development and education. It helps fund accredited courses, seminars, workshops, research, and healthcare career advancement activities.
How much funding can be received?
Staff Education Fund Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $6,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Staff Education Fund program?
To be eligible for the Staff Education Fund program, you must:
Health Authority staff at VCH sites in the Sunshine Coast Community of Care
Manager approval required
Education must improve skills and care quality
What expenses are eligible under Staff Education Fund?
Professional development through seminars, workshops, and conferences
Upgrading skills to implement new programs, services, equipment, or technology
Education to expand healthcare career options
Research projects that support professional growth and patient care quality
Group education events and healthcare staff education exchanges
Who can I contact for more information about the Staff Education Fund?
You can contact Sechelt Hospital Foundation (SHF) by email at sh.foundation@vch.ca or by phone at 604-885-8637.
Where is the Staff Education Fund available?
The Staff Education Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Staff Education Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Staff Education Fund is a Grant and Funding