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Transition Award
Funding for ABE students entering full-time studies
Latest source updateLast Update: May 10, 2026Latest change: The Transition Award is now closed to applications, with reopening noted for February 2027.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 10, 2026
Latest change: The Transition Award is now closed to applications, with reopening noted for February 2027.
Transition Award applications closed
The Transition Award page now states that applications are closed and that late applications will not be considered. It also adds a reopening window in February 2027. The application link has been removed from the page content, so the submission path and process have changed for applicants seeking to apply now.
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
April 29, 2026
Opened February 23, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Transition Award provides $5,000 to help Adult Basic Education students move into full-time post-secondary studies. It supports students completing ABE at a BC public post-secondary institution and planning to enroll in eligible full-time programs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Transition from Adult Basic Education to full-time post-secondary studies.
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Reference form submitted directly by the reference
- Reference name and contact information
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Adult Basic Education students
- Students at BC public post-secondary institutions
- Applicants planning full-time post-secondary study
Who is not eligible
- Students in EAL, ELL, or ESL programs
- Students planning part-time study
- Applicants with a previous post-secondary credential
- Students planning to attend private post-secondary institutions
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Completion of the required ABE courses.
- Planned full-time enrolment at a BC public post-secondary institution.
- No previous post-secondary credential.
- Eligible residency and citizenship status.
How to apply
- Step 1: Create or log in to an account on the online application portal.
- Access the Society’s SMApply website.
- Step 2: Complete the eligibility assessment.
- Confirm whether you meet the program requirements.
- Step 3: Fill out the application form.
- Save and edit the form until submission.
- Step 4: Enter your reference details.
- Provide the reference’s name and email address.
- The system sends the reference request automatically.
- Step 5: Submit the application.
- Click the Submit button after the form and reference are complete.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through the online system.
- Only complete applications received before the deadline are considered for adjudication.
- Applicants are notified through the program’s application process.
Additional information
- The award is renewable for one additional year if full-time study continues.
- Applications must be complete and include all references before the deadline.
- Applicants may apply before receiving official acceptance from the post-secondary institution.
- AI-generated content should only be used to support writing, not replace the applicant's own words.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Transition Award Program
What is the Transition Award?
The Transition Award provides $5,000 to help Adult Basic Education students move into full-time post-secondary studies. It supports students completing ABE at a BC public post-secondary institution and planning to enroll in eligible full-time programs.
How much funding can be received?
Transition Award Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 29, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Transition Award program?
To be eligible for the Transition Award program, you must:
Completed at least two ABE courses
Planning full-time post-secondary study
No previous post-secondary credential
What expenses are eligible under Transition Award?
Transition from Adult Basic Education to full-time post-secondary studies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Transition Award?
You can contact Irving K. Barber BC Scholarship Society (BCSS) by email at info@bcscholarshipsociety.ca.
Where is the Transition Award available?
The Transition Award program is available the province of British Columbia.