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Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG)
A $1,000 taxable cash grant available to apprentices registered in one of the designated Red Seal trades who complete their first or second year/level of an apprenticeship program in a designated Red Seal trade, to a maximum of $2,000.

Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG)
A $2,000 taxable cash grant available to apprentices who complete their apprenticeship program and receive their journeyperson certification in a designated Red Seal trade.

British Columbia Training Tax Credits (for Apprentices)
Apprentices are eligible for a tax credit of $2,000 for completing level 3 and a tax credit of $2,500 for completing level 4 of any apprenticeship.

CanLearn Interactive
CanLearn Interactive is a comprehensive resource for learning information, products and services to support Canadians facing decisions in the selection and financing of learning.

Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
FCAC is an agency of the Government of Canada that promotes education in personal financial products and services. Their website includes useful tips and tools to help with budgeting, debt management and other financial issues.

Financial Opportunities for Students
The B.C. Ministry of Education administers three award programs: Passport to Education, Provincial Scholarships and District Scholarships.

International Scholarships Program
Government of Canada International Scholarships Program

StudentAid BC
StudentAid BC helps eligible students with the cost of their post-secondary education through loans, grants, bursaries, scholarships and special programs.  It also has programs for borrowers who need help repaying their loans.

Commercial & Banks

Credit Counselling Society
Western Canada non-profit debt solutions service.

Royal Bank - Student Banking, Student Loans
Includes a Savings Guide, as well as information on Finding the Right School, Paying for Your Studies and Returning to School.

Scotiabank - Fund Your Future
Studentawards.com has partnered with Scotiabank to build this one-stop resource for students.

Universities

University of Alberta
Visit this site for Scholarships and Awards administered by the Student Awards Office at the University of Alberta.

University of British Columbia - Okanagan - Major Entrance Scholarships
Information on Major Entrance Scholarships for transfer students.

University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia offers a wide range of programs to recognize students who excel academically and to assist financially students who are unable to meet basic educational costs. Visit this site to learn more.

University of Victoria
Visit this site for Student Awards and Financial Aid resources and information at UVIC.