Develop, upgrade, and transition your skills to earn a well-paid, high-opportunity job near you.

The future skills grant aims to help British Columbians quickly get the skills they need to succeed in the jobs of today and the future. You could be eligible to receive up to $3,500 to help cover tuition fees for select programs.

Learn more about the future skills grant at Education Planner BC.

 Do I Qualify?

You may qualify for the program if you:

  • Are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Protected Person.
  • Are residing in British Columbia.
  • Are 19 years of age and older, -OR- have graduated from grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Have not yet reached your $3,500 lifetime maximum. 

Apply Now 

Receive up to $3,500 toward select programs this fall. 

Step 1: Apply to your supported program or course  

Select your program or course below to learn how to apply through CNC. Please note that the number of funded seats in each program or course is limited.

The StrongerBC future skills grant is only available for students enrolling in the programs listed below beginning in the 2024/2025 school year.

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Future Skills Supported Programs

  • Bookkeeping Certificate

  • Project Management Fundamentals (Level 1)

  • Project Management Essentials (Level 2)

  • The ABCs of Digital Marketing

  • Short Order Cook (Burns Lake Campus)

  • Introduction to Dakelh Language

  • Occupational First Aid Level 3 (Quesnel Campus)

  • Medical Terminology

  • Dental Office Receptionist

  • Indigenous Cultural Competency in Healthcare

Step 2: Apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant online using your BC Services Card Account 

Please apply for funding after you have completed Step 1. 

Apply For Funding Here 

Step 3: Await confirmation

Once you are determined eligible for your program or course of interest, we will contact you with your confirmation of registration and funding. 

Have questions? Please type them here: 

Which program(s) are you interested in? (check all that apply)

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