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2026-2027 Professional Development & Conference Bursary

Important Application Information


The Professional Development & Conference Bursary helps Wabanaki learners and professionals access opportunities that support their professional and career growth.

Whether you're attending a conference, workshop, training program, certification course, or another professional development opportunity, this bursary is designed to help reduce financial barriers so you can continue building your knowledge, skills, and professional network.

Funding
Successful applicants may receive up to $3,000 to help cover eligible costs associated with professional development opportunities.

Application Information
Applications are accepted throughout the year and are reviewed on an ongoing basis. To be considered, applications must be submitted at least four weeks before your professional development activity begins.

Who Can Apply?
The bursary is intended to support Wabanaki learners and professionals (up to age 35) who are either currently employed or in their final year of study and are pursuing professional development opportunities that contribute to their educational, professional, or career goals.

Stay Connected
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and are reviewed monthly. Please ensure your application is submitted at least four weeks before your professional development activity begins. If you have any questions about the bursary or the application process, please don't hesitate to contact our team here.
1.Full Name:(Required.)
2.Email Address:(Required.)
3.Phone Number:(Required.)
4.What is your community affiliation?
5.Please upload a photo / scan of your status card OR a letter of support from your community.
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6.Are you between the ages of 18-35?(Required.)
7.Are you currently employed?(Required.)
8.If yes, please provide the name of your employer and your current job title:
9.Are you currently in your last year of study?(Required.)
10.If yes, please provide the name of your school and the program of study:
11.Name of the Conference, Training, or Workshop you wish to attend:(Required.)
12.What is the link to the conference, training, or workshop you wish to attend?
13.Date(s) of the Conference, Training, or Workshop:(Required.)
14.Location of the Conference, Training, or Workshop:(Required.)
15.Please provide a brief description of the conference/training/workshop:(Required.)
16.How will attending this conference help advance your career?(Required.)
17.How does this conference relate to your current job or area of study? (Minimum 250 words)(Required.)
18.What are your career goals? (Minimum 250 words)(Required.)
19.What skills do you expect to gain from this opportunity? (Minimum 250 words)(Required.)
20.Do you require any accessibility supports?(Required.)
21.If yes, please specify your needs:
22.Do you currently have any existing funding to attend this event? (ie. employer, school, or personal contribution)(Required.)
23.If yes, please specify the source and amount of existing funding:
24.Please provide a detailed budget for your trip (e.g., conference fees, travel, accommodation):(Required.)
25.Upload your resume and/or portfolio (based on career field)(Required.)
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