Welcome to the Builders of Tomorrow BC Foundation’s Bursary Application.

The Builders of Tomorrow BC Foundation is committed to supporting the education and career development of individuals pursuing careers in the construction industry, including those interested in BC’s unionized construction sector. As these awards are funded by donors representing workers under the BC Building Trades unions and their affiliate unions, preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate an interest in pursuing careers within those unions.

Bursaries are intended to support demonstrated financial need.

The Foundation currently offers the following awards:
• Builders of Tomorrow Scholarship – Recognizes academic achievement and educational excellence.
• Builders of Tomorrow Bursary – Supports applicants who demonstrate financial need while pursuing construction-related training.
• Darlene Sigurdson Bursary – Supports apprentices from equity-deserving and underrepresented backgrounds pursuing careers in the construction industry.

Please note that this form may not save your progress. We recommend preparing your responses in a separate document (e.g., Word or Google Docs) so you can save your work as you go and copy your answers into the form when ready. You may also wish to review the checklist below before you begin or keep it open in a separate tab. If you experience difficulties or have questions please email us at info@buildersoftomorrowbc.com. This application takes approximately 10 to 20 minutes to complete, depending on how prepared you are with your documents.

Before you begin please have the following ready:
  • Proof of enrollment or acceptance (PDF or Word)
  • Most recent transcript / report card (PDF or Word)
  • Previous Report Card (PDF or Word format) - Optional, to demonstrate academic improvement
  • Expense amounts
  • One reference letter
  • Contact information for an additional reference (separate from the reference letter author, including name, relationship, email, and phone number)
Application deadline: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM PDT.
Applicants will be notified between July and September about whether their application was successful.
Full eligibility requirements are outlined here. Key criteria include:

1. Applications must be complete and submitted by the published deadline.
2. Applicants must be between the ages of 17-30.

3. Applicants must be enrolled in a construction-related program in BC (with proof of enrollment provided to the Foundation as part of the application).
Applications are open to both public and non-public postsecondary institutions. All institutions must be approved by SkilledTradesBC or another recognized authority within BC to ensure legitimacy and relevance. Any post-secondary institutions other than those recognized by SkilledTradesBC may be considered at the sole discretion of the Foundation Board. These include:
-Public Post-Secondary Institutions in BC: Automatically eligible
-Non-Public Post-Secondary Institutions in BC: Eligible on a case-by-case basis, provided the program is related to a construction trade or supports a role deemed relevant by the Foundation within the construction industry

4. Applicants must be seeking scholarships or bursaries for education in construction or related fields, with applications supporting students in construction trades or academics who demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, and potential industry contribution.
5. Applicants from previous years are welcome to reapply.
6. The Foundation may follow up with recipients periodically to confirm the funds were used as intended.
Selection Criteria
Applications are evaluated using structured scorecards and may consider the following factors:

-Academic achievement (for scholarships)
-Demonstrated financial need (for bursaries)
-Commitment to the construction industry
-Career goals and industry contribution
-Lived experience and resilience (where applicable)
Privacy and Media Use
By applying, you consent to the Builders of Tomorrow BC Foundation collecting and using the information provided in this application for evaluation purposes.

If selected as a recipient, you may be contacted to provide photos and participate in a short profile or story about your education and career goals. These materials may be shared on the Foundation’s website, social media channels, newsletters, and other communications for recognition and promotional purposes.

Recipients may also be contacted in future years for updates on their education, career progress, or opportunities to highlight their achievements. For more information on how your information may be used, please review the Foundation’s privacy policy: https://www.clra-bc.com/builders-of-tomorrow-bc-foundation/
Application Starts Here
Please complete all required fields below.

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* 1. Are you applying for the Builders of Tomorrow BC Foundation Bursary (Financial Need)? By selecting “Yes,” you confirm that you have reviewed the eligibility requirements and will review the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy before submitting your application.

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* 2. First Name

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* 3. Last Name

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* 4. Date of birth

Date

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* 5. Email Address

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* 6. Phone Number

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* 7. Alternative Phone Number

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* 8. Home Address

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* 9. Upload proof of enrollment or application to a construction-related program

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* 10. Upload your most recent report card or transcript (optional but recommended)

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* 11. Upload previous academic transcript (optional if you wish to demonstrate academic improvement)

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* 12. Upload Reference Letter (Required)

Please upload one reference letter as part of your application.

The reference may be from an academic, community, or professional source (e.g., teacher, counsellor, principal, instructor, employer, supervisor, coach, or community leader).

The reference must be from someone who knows you well and cannot be an immediate family member or another student.

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* 13. Additional Reference Contact (Required)

Please provide the name, relationship, email address, and phone number of an additional reference (not the author of your reference letter) for verification purposes in the comment box below.

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* 14. School or institution you currently attend or plan to attend for a construction-related program

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* 15. Program name you are planning to enroll in or are enrolled in

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* 16. Program Type

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* 17. Most recent GPA or academic average (optional)

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* 18. Describe any challenges you have overcome in pursuit of your educational goals

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* 19. Career Goals: What career in construction are you working toward and why? (150 words max)

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* 20. Commitment to the Industry: How do you plan to contribute to BC’s construction industry after completing your program? (150 words max)

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* 21. Financial Need: How would receiving this award support your ability to continue or complete your education or apprenticeship training? (150 words max)

Duration of program

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* 22. What term are you currently enrolled in? (e.g., Term 1, Term 6). If your program has only one term, please indicate “single-term program.”

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* 23. What is the total length of your program? (e.g., 8 weeks, 4 years)

Estimated program expenses for the current or upcoming academic year (for your program or training): Enter numerical amounts only. If there are no expenses or this question does not apply, enter 0.

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* 24. Tuition (duration of program enrolled in or enrolling in) ($)

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* 25. Books and learning materials (duration of program enrolled in or enrolling in) ($)

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* 26. Tools or required equipment (enter total cost for your program or current academic year) ($)

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* 27. Safety gear or PPE (enter total cost for your program or current academic year) ($)

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* 28. Technology needed for school (laptop, software, etc.) ($) (enter total cost for your program or current academic year) ($)

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* 29. Other education-related expenses (current or upcoming academic year) (e.g., certification fees, licensing, exams) ($)
Please list each expense and amount (e.g., “Certification exam – $200; Licensing fee – $150”).

Estimated monthly program expenses for the current or upcoming academic year (for your program or training): Enter numerical amounts only. If there are no expenses or this question does not apply, enter 0.

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* 30. What is your monthly housing cost (e.g., rent or residence fees)? ($)

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* 31. Monthly transportation (bus pass, fuel, commuting costs) ($)

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* 32. Utilities (e.g., electricity, heat, water, internet) ($)

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* 33. Monthly food expenses (e.g., groceries, meals) ($)

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* 34. Childcare ($)

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* 35. Other monthly education-related expenses (current or upcoming academic year) (e.g., certification fees, licensing, exams) ($)
Please list each expense and amount per month (e.g., “Certification fee – $50”).

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* 36. Unionized construction affiliation (Select all that apply)

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* 37. Equity, background and lived experience (Select all that apply)

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* 38. Share any background, barriers you’ve overcome, community contributions, or other context that helps the Foundation understand your journey, apprenticeship pathway, and interest in this award. (150 words max)

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* 39. Today's date

Date

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* 40. Please type your first and last name to confirm that all information provided is accurate and complete and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions below.

Terms & Conditions

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

1. Eligibility
Applicants must:

-Be between the ages of 17 and 30 at the time of application.
-Be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a construction-related program in British Columbia.
-Submit a complete application by the published deadline.
-Applicants may apply for one award category only per application cycle.

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

Applications are open to students attending public or non-public post-secondary institutions in British Columbia.

Public institutions are automatically eligible.
Non-public institutions may be considered case-by-case, provided the program supports a role within the construction industry.
Institutions should be recognized by SkilledTradesBC or another recognized authority in British Columbia. Institutions not formally recognized may be considered at the discretion of the Foundation Board.

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

Applicants from previous years are welcome to reapply.

4. Assessment Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on criteria that may include:

-Financial need
-Academic achievement or training commitment
-Demonstrated interest in the construction industry
-Potential contribution to the industry
-Criteria may vary depending on the award category

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.

5. Use of Funds
Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and are intended for educational expenses, including tuition, books, supplies, and related materials.

Bursaries are awarded based on financial need and may be used for educational or living expenses, such as rent, utilities, or training costs.

Recipients may be required to confirm the use of funds upon request by the Foundation.
6. Fund Disbursement
Scholarship and bursary funds will be disbursed directly to recipients, typically via cheque, upon receipt of proof of enrollment.

7. Conditions for Retention of Awards
Recipients must remain enrolled in their program.
The Foundation may request proof of enrollment or progress.

Awards may be revoked or reclaimed if a recipient withdraws from the program or misuses the funds.

8. Confidentiality and Privacy
Personal information provided by applicants, including transcripts and supporting documents, will be handled in accordance with the Foundation’s Privacy Policy and the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

Information will be stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel involved in the administration of the awards.

9. Media and Communications Consent
By submitting an application, applicants consent to the Foundation contacting successful recipients for photos, profiles, or updates related to their education or career progress.

These materials may be shared through the Foundation’s website, social media channels, newsletters, and other communications for recognition and promotional purposes.

10. Conflict of Interest
Applications are reviewed by a selection committee. Committee members with a real or perceived conflict of interest.
Thank you for taking the time to complete your application. We appreciate the effort you’ve put into sharing your story and goals.

When you are ready, please click Done to submit your responses.

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@buildersoftomorrowbc.com.
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