As part of the StrongerBC Future Ready Action Plan, government introduced the future skills grant program to support British Columbians, aged 19 or older, in accessing up to $3,500 in short-term skills training, aligned with skills and labour market demands as identified in B.C.’s Labour Market Outlook.
Both our Micro Certificate Programs, Mine Closure and Economic Leadership, are fully covered by the Future Skills Grant, and you will not be asked to pay any additional fees.
How to Access the FSG Funding:
BC residents may be eligible to receive tuition support through the BC Future Skills Grant (FSG), which will completely cover the cost of the program you choose. Here are instructions on how to apply, with links to the FSG Program resources and portals.
Note: Apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant first for UBC eligible programs, not to the program itself. UBC will reach out to you directly regarding your grant application. Submitting a grant application does not guarantee funding. Funding is subject to availability.
Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility for the FSG Program
- Be a either a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Person entitled to study in Canada
- Be 19 years or older, or graduated grade 12
- Have not already used your FSG funding cap in previous years
- Have a BC Services Card, which is required to register for the program
Step 2: Register for the FSG Program using your BC Service Card
- Login and registration here: Future Skills Grant Portal
- Fill in the required information
- Agree to FSG Program Declarations
- Click on, New Program, and select the UBC program you wish to enrol in
- Do not worry about the dates, UBC will contact you regarding the dates of the program you’ve chosen.
Step 3: Await your Confirmation Email
- Once your FSG application is processed, you will receive confirmation of funding and next steps.
- Submitting a grant application does not guarantee funding. Funding is subject to availability.