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Women's Automotive Bursary
Funding for women pursuing automotive careers
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This bursary offers up to $2,500 for training tuition related to an automotive career. It supports women in British Columbia who are pursuing qualifying automotive studies through a recognized training provider.
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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 : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Training or education for an automotive career.
Documents Needed
- Applicant statement outlining long-term automotive goals.
- Supporting letter from an automotive instructor or current employer.
- Outline of leadership and civic abilities.
- Outline of financial considerations related to studies.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women pursuing automotive careers.
- Students enrolled in automotive training or education.
- Applicants in British Columbia.
Who is not eligible
- Children or dependents of ARFI board members.
Eligible expenses
- Training tuition for an automotive career.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Interest in pursuing a career in the automotive industry.
- Demonstrated leadership and civic abilities.
- Financial need.
- Applicant statement and supporting letter are considered.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application materials
- Write your statement of long-term automotive goals.
- Prepare a supporting letter from an automotive instructor or current employer.
- Prepare an outline of your leadership and civic abilities.
- Prepare an outline of the financial considerations related to your studies.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Enter your statement in the application form.
- Upload the supporting letter.
- Complete the remaining text fields in the form.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application through the online application page.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Selection Committee.
- All applicants are notified of the decision.
- Awards apply to the academic year beginning in September.
Additional information
- The bursary is administered by ARFI under the direction of the ARFI Board Chair.
- Recipients may be asked to take part in a brief interview and promotional video.
- A recent photograph may be requested for promotional use.
- Awards are applicable to the academic year starting in September.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Women's Automotive Bursary Program
What is the Women's Automotive Bursary?
This bursary offers up to $2,500 for training tuition related to an automotive career. It supports women in British Columbia who are pursuing qualifying automotive studies through a recognized training provider.
How much funding can be received?
Women's Automotive Bursary Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Women's Automotive Bursary program?
To be eligible for the Women's Automotive Bursary program, you must:
Female secondary school graduates.
Training must be automotive-related.
Recognized training provider required.
What expenses are eligible under Women's Automotive Bursary?
Training or education for an automotive career.
Who can I contact for more information about the Women's Automotive Bursary?
You can contact Automotive Retailers Foundation Inc. (ARFI).
Where is the Women's Automotive Bursary available?
The Women's Automotive Bursary program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Women's Automotive Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Women's Automotive Bursary is a Grant and Funding