Registration open for StrongerBC future skills grant funding

VICTORIA – The provincial government has announced registration for the StrongerBC future skills grant funded programming has opened for the fall semester.

People living in British Columbia can access grants for eligible short-term training programs at public post-secondary institutions, giving them more opportunities to gain new skills for in-demand jobs.

The grant covers up to $3,500 and is open to B.C. residents over age 19.

More than 300 programs are eligible for the grant at 24 public post-secondary institutions throughout B.C., a release reads.

The eligible programs address the province’s labour market needs and government priorities, including training opportunities in high-demand sectors, such as health care, construction and mining.

Course offerings from participating post-secondary institutions will be released daily throughout the remainder of June and July. Those interested should check Education Planner BC or the post-secondary institution they plan to attend.

Learning opportunities include in-person, online or hybrid delivery.

Types of training for the industry that are supported include:

• trades and firefighting training, such as construction, automotive (electric vehicle) repair services, and wildfire fighting;
• other certificates and micro-credentials across many industries, including education, mining and marine transportation, finance and more.

Since its launch in fall 2023, more than 10,000 people have benefited from the grant.