Builders of Tomorrow BC Foundation

These Terms and Conditions apply to Builders of Tomorrow BC Foundation Scholarship and Bursary Program applicants and govern the use of awarded funds, confidentiality obligations, and compliance with Foundation policies.

These Terms and Conditions apply to applicants of the Builders of Tomorrow BC Foundation Awards Program, including the Scholarship, Bursary, and Darlene Sigurdson Diversity Bursary, and govern the use of awarded funds, confidentiality obligations, and compliance with Foundation policies.

1. Application Submission
   Applications must be complete and submitted by the published deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

2. Age Eligibility
   Applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 30 at the time of application.

3. One Award per Applicant
   Applicants may apply for one award category only per application cycle. Applicants must select either the Scholarship, Bursary, or Darlene Sigurdson Diversity Bursary.

4. Program Enrollment
   Applicants must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a construction-related program in British Columbia, with proof of enrollment provided to the Foundation as part of the application.

5. Eligible Programs
   Eligible programs include construction trades training or academic programs that support careers within the construction industry.

6. Eligible Institutions
   Applications are open to students attending both public and non-public post-secondary institutions in British Columbia:

   • Public post-secondary institutions in B.C. are automatically eligible.

   • Non-public post-secondary institutions in B.C. may be considered on a case-by-case basis, provided the program is construction-related and supports a role within the construction industry.

7. Institution Recognition
   All institutions must be recognized by SkilledTradesBC or another recognized authority in British Columbia to ensure program legitimacy and relevance. Institutions not formally recognized may be considered at the sole discretion of the Foundation Board.

8. Assessment Criteria
   Awards are intended to support applicants pursuing education in construction or related fields. Applications will be assessed based on criteria that may include financial need, academic achievement or training commitment, demonstrated interest in the construction industry, and potential industry contribution, depending on the award stream.

9. Unionized Construction Preference
   Preference may be given to applicants who are union members in good standing, have experience in unionized construction, or demonstrate a commitment to entering the BC Building Trades–affiliated construction industry, where applicable.

10. Reapplication
    Applicants from previous years are welcome to reapply.

Applicants may apply for one award category only per application cycle. Applicants must select either the Scholarship, Bursary, or Darlene Sigurdson Diversity Bursary.

• Scholarship applications require the submission of academic transcripts.

• Bursary applications require a description of demonstrated financial need.

• Darlene Sigurdson Diversity Bursary applications require information related to eligibility criteria outlined for that award.

Applications will be assessed based on the criteria applicable to the selected award category. Payments will be issued by cheque directly to recipients after proof of enrollment is provided. The Foundation may follow up with recipients periodically to confirm that funds were used as intended.

Application Process (Coming in 2026)

1. 1. Complete the Application Form
      The application form will be available in 2026. Please ensure all required information and supporting documents are provided.

   2. Save and Sign (if downloading)
      If you download the application form, be sure to save it, as a signature is required before submission.

   3. Submit Your Application
      Applications must be submitted by May 31.

      • Online submission:
        If you complete the application through the online form, simply press submit. You do not need to email a copy of your application.

      • Email submission (downloaded forms only):
        If you complete a downloaded form, email your signed application and supporting documents to [email protected].
        Please include “Application Form” in the email subject line.

   4. Confirmation
      You will receive an email confirming that your application has been received.

Applications will be reviewed from on an ongoing basis and reviewed in the summer. Please download the application form, as a signature is required and save it. Once complete email us the application.)

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