Volunteer organization that aims to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Dream It Be It hosts ongoing workshops and conferences to encourage girls to explore career options, develop goals, and discov...

Offers free support services to children and their families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Services include one-on-one counselling, support groups, a lending library of books and resources, and referral to community resources. Also provides post...

Provides modest-income families with access to grants for up to $3,200 for their children's post-secondary education by opening a no-fee Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP). Assists clients through every step of the registration process, removing any barr...

Provides assistance to eligible veterans, members of the Canadian Armed Forces (Regular and Reserve), members and former members of the RCMP, their families, and caregivers. Services include information and referral, form completion assistance, needs assessmen...

Offers advocacy, education, and support for people affected by epilepsy. Provides a resource library, information materials in various languages, educational events, information and referral services, hospital outreach, support groups, and peer support. Also o...

Provides financial assistance to help with basic living expenses for youth who have aged out of the foster care system and are attending any public post-secondary institution in BC on a tuition waiver. Funded by United Way BC, Province of BC, Office of the Rep...

Offers bursaries to eligible applicants who are current or former youth in care, as well as youth who have joined their family by legal adoption. Applicants must be from 17 to 26 years of age at application deadline, BC residents, and registered in a vocationa...

Provides housing subsidies to youth formerly in care so they may continue to pursue their education in a supportive space. Support staff assist youth to focus on their studies while making positive steps towards independence.

Works to strengthen First Nations in BC through support in governance capacity, education, language and culture, youth and Elders, and economic development. Awards scholarships and bursaries to Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit) students pursuing pos...

Facilitates, develops, implements, and promotes activities such as fundraising, research, and educational programs that foster the advancement and education of Black women. Provides funding through scholarships, bursaries, and other means to needy students pur...

Helps people living in subsidized housing or those receiving assistance through the Rental Assistance Program pursue their educational goals. Offers seven education awards and bursaries from $500 to $10,000 for post-secondary education and training programs. A...

Networking and professional development organization serving public relations practitioners in BC. Members are from corporations, government, not-for-profit organizations, associations, health care, education, and public relations agencies. Provides a platform...

Helps to build a better tomorrow through various services. Education services include ESL classes for new immigrants, scholarships for community-involved students who are pursuing post-secondary education, and yoga class. During tax season, offers free income ...

Provides a range of programs and services to support women and girls throughout BC to gain the confidence and skills they need to reach their leadership potential. Offers leadership and mentorship programs to girls and women at many stages in their career deve...

Raises awareness about cerebral palsy and provides services to those affected by cerebral palsy. Offers financial assistance for the purchase of assistive devices, educational bursaries, special needs summer camp bursaries, workshops, a lending library, and re...

Association of LGBTQ+ owned or supportive business and community service organizations. Offers members opportunities for exchange of ideas and networking for the development of business and social contacts. Publishes an annual directory of member businesses an...

Offers a range of interest-free loans with varying loan limits. Programs include loans for: emergencies to cover food and housing, emergencies that arise due to COVID-19, security deposits, debt relief, bridging periods of unemployment, health and dental needs...

Provides assistance to eligible veterans, members of the Canadian Armed Forces (Regular and Reserve), members and former members of the RCMP, their families, and caregivers. Services include information and referral, form completion assistance, needs assessmen...

Provides youth with skills and support to face challenges in their lives. Website features wellness checks and personal stories that aim to end the stigma of anxiety, substance use, suicidal thoughts, and depression. Living Life to the Full for Youth is an eig...

Provides scholarships and bursaries to BC adults ages 20 and up with mental illness or addiction to further their pursuit of post-secondary education. The Lorne Fraser Scholarship for Mental Health Promotion offers $1000 and $2000 scholarships to two post-seco...