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StrongerBC future skills grant
Short-term skills training support for B.C. residents
Latest source updateLast Update: July 18, 2026Latest change: The StrongerBC Future Skills Grant page now shows a detailed registration form with new applicant requirements, course-selection steps, and support contacts.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 18, 2026
Latest change: The StrongerBC Future Skills Grant page now shows a detailed registration form with new applicant requirements, course-selection steps, and support contacts.
StrongerBC Future Skills Grant form updated
The StrongerBC Future Skills Grant page now presents a detailed registration form instead of mainly navigation content, adding new applicant disclosures and acknowledgement steps. The form now shows a May 12 to May 23, 2025 field-school window, with payment due May 1, 2025. The update also adds BC residency and status/disability disclosure fields, plus new instructions to contact named instructors and use the Register now link. Contact information and privacy support details are now visible on the page.
Funding available
$ 3,500
Deadline
Closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The StrongerBC future skills grant supports eligible B.C. residents with up to $3,500 for short-term training at public post-secondary schools. Eligible costs include tuition, mandatory fees and program/course materials, helping learners build skills for work, career growth or a new opportunity.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Enhance an existing program
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short-term training at a public post-secondary school in B.C.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian citizens.
- Permanent residents.
- Protected persons entitled to study in Canada.
- B.C. residents.
- Applicants who have graduated from grade 12 or equivalent, or are 19 years of age or older.
Eligible expenses
- Tuition
- Mandatory fees
- Program/course materials
How to apply
- Set up an active BC Services Card Account to access the future skills grant portal and check if you qualify.
- Choose your training using the EducationPlannerBC catalogue.
- Register through the school or through EducationPlannerBC and tell the school you plan to apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant.
- Apply through the online portal using your BC Services Card Account.
- You can complete Step 2 and Step 3 in either order, but both must be completed.
Processing and Agreement
- After registration, the school will review the application and may contact the learner with next steps or timelines.
- The school is responsible for confirming enrolment and managing funding claims.
- Applicants should keep checking their email and the portal for updates.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the StrongerBC future skills grant Program
What is the StrongerBC future skills grant?
The StrongerBC future skills grant supports eligible B.C. residents with up to $3,500 for short-term training at public post-secondary schools. Eligible costs include tuition, mandatory fees and program/course materials, helping learners build skills for work, career growth or a new opportunity.
How much funding can be received?
StrongerBC future skills grant Funds up to $3,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the StrongerBC future skills grant program?
To be eligible for the StrongerBC future skills grant program, you must:
Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person entitled to study in Canada.
Must be a B.C. resident.
Must have graduated from grade 12 or equivalent, or be 19 years of age or older.
What expenses are eligible under StrongerBC future skills grant?
Short-term training at a public post-secondary school in B.C.
Who can I contact for more information about the StrongerBC future skills grant?
You can contact CMTN Foundation (CMTN) by email at futureskillsgrant@gov.bc.ca or by phone at 1-877-277-2288.
Where is the StrongerBC future skills grant available?
The StrongerBC future skills grant program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the StrongerBC future skills grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
StrongerBC future skills grant is a Grant and Funding