The StrongerBC future skills grant is open to British Columbians aged 19 years or older – regardless of financial need – and covers up to $3,500 in eligible short-term skills training at public post-secondary institutions.
Minimum eligibility requirements:
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Must be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Persons entitled to study in Canada.
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Must be a BC resident and currently live in B.C.
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Must be 19 years of age or older or have graduated high school by the start of the course/program.
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Must provide consent for Langara College to disclose your information to the Province.
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Should not be receiving duplicative and/or overlapping funding to cover eligible costs (i.e. grants, loans, scholarships, or other funding that covers the same program costs as the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant)
You should also understand that:
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FSG benefits may have tax implications
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The FSG is subject to a lifetime maximum of $3,500
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If you are receiving any federal or provincial benefit, such as Employment Insurance (EI) or BC Employment Assistance (BCEA), you must seek approval from the appropriate government body before participating in a program
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The amount of FSG funding you receive is subject to review and audit.
Learn more about the eligibility criteria.