ASTTBC High School Bursary

Since 1990, the ASTTBC Foundation has provided more than half a million dollars for post-secondary technology students and for Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) education activities in BC.

The ASTTBC Foundation operates as an independent charitable organization established to receive donations and, in turn, provide support for applied science and engineering technology education and awareness.

Awards and Bursaries

The ASTTBC Foundation provides thousands of dollars annually to support students in ASTTBC-recognized programs. Programs eligible for ASTTBC Foundation bursaries and awards.

High School Bursary

Each year, the Foundation provides a $1,000 bursary to a BC secondary school student who will be entering an applied science or engineering technology diploma/certificate program at one of BC’s post-secondary institutes in their graduation year. Application deadline date is August 14, 2026.

Post Secondary Awards and Bursaries

To be eligible to receive an ASTTBC Foundation bursary or award, you must be a student enrolled in a full-time technology program recognized by ASTTBC.

Students should apply through the Awards Office of their post-secondary institute or check with their instructors.

ASTTBC High School Bursary

The Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC) Foundation offers an annual bursary to a BC high school graduate entering an applied science or engineering technology diploma program at an ASTTBC-recognized program at one of the following post-secondary institutes:

• Brighton College
• British Columbia Institute of Technology
• Camosun College
• College of New Caledonia
• Kwantlen Polytech University
• North Island College
• Okanagan College
• Selkirk College
• Thompson Rivers University

The bursary is valued at $1,000 and awarded based on a combination of factors including academic standing, financial need, and a student’s statement. If you have any questions about the bursary, please email foundation@asttbc.org.

Application Instructions

Submit an Application

Complete and email the application form below to the ASTTBC Foundation at foundation@asttbc.org. You

can expect to receive an email response within 3 business days acknowledging our receipt of your application.

Deadline Date: August 14, 2026 at 6:00pm PST.

Review Process

Applications are reviewed by the volunteer board of the ASTTBC Foundation. The successful applicant will be notified in September 2026; however, the bursary cheque is only issued after proof of enrolment in an eligible technology program is received.

The information that you provide in your application is required for assessment purposes only and is kept confidential by the ASTTBC Foundation and those involved in the assessment process. The bursary is awarded based on a combination of factors, including academic standing, financial need, and student’s statement.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this $1,000 bursary, the applicant must be:

1. Graduate from a BC secondary school in 2026.

2. Entering an ASTTBC-recognized applied science or engineering technology diploma program at one of BC’s post-secondary institutes in fall 2026.

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION:

Scan and include the following documents in PDF format as an addendum to this application:

1. Copy of official or unofficial transcript (transcript must be complete and include all high school courses).

2. Proof of enrolment in an eligible program (if not available at time of submission, please submit a copy of a postsecondary acceptance letter).

Email the application form and supporting documentation to foundation@asttbc.org by August 14, 2026 6:00pm PST.