Scholarships, Bursaries, Awards and more!

Category: Trades Scholarships

Horatio Algers Vocational and Technical Education Scholarship

Criteria

The Horatio Alger Skills & Trades Scholarships are awarded to eligible students in British Columbia.

  • Have completed high school (or earned high school equivalency credential) by July 1
  • Applying or enrolled for Fall 2026 in a vocational or technical certificate program at a government or non-for-profit institution, with direct pathways to employment.
  • Demonstrate critical financial need ($100,000 or less annual net income per family is required)
  • Demonstrate perseverance in overcoming adversity
  • Be under the age of 35
  • Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident residing in British Columbia
Value

70 x 9,000

Due Date

ONLINE by June 15 

Procedure

additional info and online application: https://horatioalger.ca/vte-scholarships/ 

Bosa Construction Legacy Scholarship

Criteria

Bosa Construction is looking to award 4 high school students the opportunity to pursue their Carpentry Apprenticeship through BCIT’s top-rated program while working under the guaranteed sponsorship of Bosa Construction.

The scholarship includes:
  • Full tuition paid for all levels of Apprenticeship
  • Guaranteed employment and sponsorship with Bosa Construction
  • Continuous full-spectrum support from our experienced workforce
  • Smooth program progression through BCIT’s top rated program
Value

Full program tuition would be covered for all levels of Apprenticeship as well as Red Seal Certification Exam upon completion of the program (up to 4+ years of secured employment and tuition)!

Due Date

application open March 2026 and closes in May

Procedure

More info and application can be found here: https://bosaconstruction.com/careers/ 

Interworld Development Scholarship

Criteria

Awarded to a graduating student who has demonstrated excellence and achievement in a Youth Train in Trades and Youth Work in Trades program and meets the following eligibility criteria.

To be considered for the award the student must have

  • successfully completed a Youth Train in Trades and Youth Work in Trades program in the Burnaby School District with a high level of effort, determination and integrity
  • successfully completed 120 hours industry-recognized work experience
  • demonstrated a high level of motivation to continue to develop skills and abilities in the chosen profession
  • demonstrated plans to continue in studies in the chosen field at post-secondary or apprenticeship training
  • been nominated for the award by a Youth Train in Trades or Youth Work in Trades program teacher

Consideration is to be given to a student with financial need. The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary or apprenticeship trades training program.

Value

$1000 will be awarded to a graduating student from BNSS who meets the above eligibility criteria.

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

Download and submit all forms, in order,  to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic by due date. Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

BEES (x3) Scholarships

Criteria

The Burnaby Exempt Employees Society (BEES) is pleased to be awarding three
scholarships in 2026 to students graduating from a high school in School District #41
(Burnaby) who demonstrate diverse strengths, achievements, and contributions to their
community and who meet the following criteria:

  1. BEES Community Leader Scholarship – One (1) scholarship in the amount of $2000
    each will be awarded to students who have:
    Been actively involved in the community, whether it be through volunteering or work experience or other contributions beyond what is required for graduation reflecting their
    unique skills or efforts to support their community; and
        • Demonstrated leadership in Burnaby through consistent and outstanding dedication to a
          community initiative, making their community a better place or creating a positive impact
          within their community.BEES Community Leader Scholarship – One (1) scholarship in the amount of $2000
    1. The Chad Turpin Scholarship – One (1) scholarship in the amount of $2000 will be
      awarded to a student who:Maintained a good academic standing.
      • Is interested in pursuing a career in public administration, public policy or public service
      in general; and
      • Has a need for financial assistance to pursue their education, for example, a student that
      must secure employment while attending school.
    2. BEES Trades, or Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (“STEAM”)
      Scholarship – One (1) scholarship in the amount $2000 will be awarded to a student who:
      • Is interested in pursuing a career in Trades or STEAM.
      • Been actively involved in the community, whether it be through volunteering or work
      experience or other contributions beyond what is required for graduation reflecting their
      unique skills or efforts to support their community; and
      • Has a need for financial assistance to pursue their education, for example, a student that
      must secure employment while attending school.

All three of these scholarships will be awarded to students who are furthering their
education at an accredited BC post-secondary college or university or attending a
vocational training program at a designated post-secondary technical, trades or vocational
institution. The recipient will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a qualified
program to receive the scholarship payment.

Value

3 x Burnaby District students @ $2000 each

Due Date

  To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on THURSDAY. APRIL 2, 2026 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

Download  form and submit all required document, in order,  to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic (dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by due date. Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

 

 

ETRO Scholarship

Criteria

Are you interested in pursuing a career in construction? Do you have anything to date showing an interest in the field such as a Youth in Trade completion or work experience? Are you graduating in June 2026?

1. Trades Apprenticeship Program

2. Industry Training Post Secondary Program

3. Women in Construction

Applicants must also:

  • Maintained a good academic standing; 
  • Been actively involved in community service, volunteering, and/or have work experience beyond that required for graduation; 
  • Demonstrated leadership in Burnaby through consistent and outstanding dedication to a community initiative and/or in making their community a better place.   
Value

3 Burnaby Students  @ $1000 

Due Date

  To Ms. Mihic (paper or email – dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by 3pm on THURSDAY, APRIL 2 2026 BEFORE 3PM .

Complete the requirements of the following two document and  submit all forms, in order,  to Student Services or email as one PDF  to Ms. Mihic (dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by due date. Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

Ricoh Office Solutions Scholarship

Criteria

The scholarship is awarded to a student who, while maintaining a good academic standing has made a significant contribution to the school by demonstrating good citizenship and involvement in school activities.

To be considered for the scholarship the student should have:
• Demonstrated good citizenship
• Been actively involved in school service
• Maintained a good academic standing

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary program at BCIT. Students must claim the award within two (2) years of graduating from secondary school. Consideration will be given to student with financial need.

Value

$200 for one Burnaby North student that meets above criteria.

DUE DATE

To Ms. Mihic (paper or by email) 3pm Friday APRIL 4, 2025.

PROCEDURE

Download or pick up a paper form and submit all forms, in order,  to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic by due date. Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

BCIT Pathways to Success Awards

Criteria

Students must have applied to a full time first year technology, technical studies, or trade program (excluding Apprentice) and have a BCIT student number before being considered for an award. Selection is based on demonstrated leadership skills and/or additional responsibilities. Examples are: Leadership training/courses, volunteer and/or community service, work experience, captain/president of sports team or group, involvement in extracurricular activities, plays a major role in supporting their family, financially or otherwise

Value

2 per Burnaby School District student @ $3,000 each to be selected by district panel

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3PM on APRIL 3, 2026.

Procedure

Print or download the pdf application below. All documents including application, personal statement, letter of recommendation, and copy of school transcript combined as one PDF, in order,  (check “FAQ” section on blog for instructions) are due to Ms. Mihic by email or  in STUDENT SERVICES by  APRIL 3.

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2026 BCIT application pathway

Beedie SHINE Scholarship

Criteria

The SHINE (Soaring Higher IN Education) scholarship helps remove financial barriers to higher education and provides wrap-around support for resilient high-school graduates. SHINE supports students to rise above their circumstances and achieve their dreams.

Eligibility details at: https://beedieluminaries.ca/eligibility/

Value
  • Up to $44,000 per student / 4-year undergraduate degree
  • Up to $22,000 per student / 2-year college diploma/certificate
  • Student Success Program
  • Peer Support Groups
  • Access to Mentors
  • Summer Paid Internship Opportunities
Due Date

Apply online before DECEMBER 15th, 2025 at 1PM

Procedure

Submit an online application by visiting: https://beedieluminaries.ca/shine-scholarship/