StrongerBC future skills grant
The StrongerBC future skills grant is for 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.
The grant currently applies to eligible Spring 2025 micro-credentials in Creative Technology and Web and Digital Design.
The StrongerBC future skills grant is for 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.
Student Eligibility
To be eligible for the future skills grant, you:
- Must be a Canadian Citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person entitled to study in Canada
- Must be a B.C. resident currently living in British Columbia
- Must be 19 years of age or older or have graduated from grade 12 or equivalent
- Must provide consent for ECU to collect and disclose personal information that is relevant to accessing the StrongerBC future skills grant to the provincial government
- 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:
- The future skills grant benefits may have tax implications. Please consult the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for tax advice
- The grant is subject to a lifetime maximum of $3,500
- If you are receiving any federal or provincial benefit, such as Employment Insurance (EI) or B.C. Employment Assistance (BCEA), you must seek approval from the appropriate government body before participating in a program
- The amount of funding received is subject to review and audit
How to apply to use your future skills grant funding
- Review the eligibility criteria to see if you qualify for funding
- Choose from the list of eligible Spring 2025 micro-credentials. You can apply for a maximum of 3 eligible courses per term.
- Starting November 27: Apply!
STEP 1: fill out the ECU course application at least 7 days before the course start date
STEP 2: apply for the FSG grant online through the Future Skills Grant Management System (FSGMS). If you don't have a BC Services Card Account account yet, set one up here. - Allow up to 5 business days to receive your application approval and registration confirmation from ECU.
Click to view the list of eligible Spring 2025 micro-credentials
Important Application + Registration Policies
Purchasing course materials
Applying for material reimbursement