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RNFBC 2025 Bursary Application

Welcome to the RNFBC Bursary Application.

Application deadline: Midnight, September 15, 2025.
Incomplete applications will not be considered for bursary selection.

RNFBC only communicates with applicants using the email address provided on the application. In some cases, school firewalls block communication from @RNFBC. For this reason, you must provide us with an email address that you check regularly and is not school based.

If you have a question about any part of the application, consult the FAQ section Due to the increased volume of applications, responses to questions submitted to the RNFBC office may be delayed.

Bursary recipients are drawn at random after the application deadline and will be notified via the email address provided on the application.

Applicants selected to receive bursaries will be required to provide updated confirmation of enrollment documents. If RNFBC does not receive the requested information within the provided timeframe, an alternate recipient will be selected.

Applicant Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Section A – Level of Study
Indicating your level of study determines which bursaries you are eligible for.
Academic Program Information
What is your enrolment status?(Required)
Bursaries are provided for studies undertaken or completed in 2025 only.

Accepted for 2025

Currently Enrolled

Graduated in 2025
Letter of Acceptance(Required)
Upload your letter of acceptance for admission starting in September 2025 which must show the name of the school, the date, the nursing program you are entering and your name.

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Course Schedule or Proof of Enrolment(Required)
Upload a course schedule or proof of enrolment that covers studies between for any semester between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025. It must show your name, student number, the educational institution name and date.

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Transcript(Required)
If you have graduated, upload your final transcript. This must include your name, student ID, educational institution name and the date.

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Level of Study(Required)

Diploma

Undergraduate

Graduate

Certificate
If you are taking an undergraduate level education, select your program of study(Required)

LPN to BScN

BScN
If you are taking graduate level education, indicate program of study(Required)

Master’s Degree

Nurse Practitioner

PhD

Other

BCCNM
Are you registered with BCCNM?

Yes

No
Under which category are you registered with BCCNM?(Required)

Employed Student Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)

Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Proof of current BCCNM registration(Required)
Upload a screenshot or PDF printout showing your name, BCCNM registration and expiry date.

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Name of Educational Institution or Certificate Provider/School from which you will graduate(Required)
Which year did you start your program?(Required)
Please enter a number from 2000 to 2027.
Program completion year
Please enter a number from 2025 to 2035.
Select your area of specialization or field of study(Required)
Acute/Critical Care
Administration
Community
Long-Term Care
Education
Policy
Research
Other specialization
Please specify other area of specialization(Required)
By submitting an application at this point, you will be considered for general bursaries that are applicable to your level of study.
The following pages of this application offer additional bursaries which have specific eligibility requirements that are open to your level of study. If you are not going to apply for a specialized bursary, click “no” below which will take you to the submission page.
Are you applying for a bursary with special requirements?

Yes

No

Section B

Bursaries With Specific Eligibility Criteria – Select to Apply

In order to be considered for specialized bursaries, you MUST meet the stated requirements AND provide the required documentation. To review specific bursaries in more detail, please click ‘save and continue later’ and visit the RNFBC.CA website.

To apply for a specific bursary, click the “Apply” box which will reveal additional fields that are required.

The bursaries in this section are open to all levels of study.
First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nurse Education Bursary
Level of Study: Diploma, Undergraduate and Graduate

Area of Study: Applicants must be First Nations, Inuit, or Métis. As part of the application process, individuals are required to self-declare their Indigenous ancestry and/or citizenship and provide supporting documentation. This may include, but is not limited to, certified status information, Métis citizenship documentation, Inuit enrolment cards, or letters confirming community recognition of belonging or kinship ties to a First Nation, Métis, or Inuit community.
First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nurse Education Bursary
Apply
Provide a written statement, in your own words describing your First Nations, Inuit or Métis ancestry or citizenship(Required)
Upload available supporting documentation of your First Nations, Inuit or Métis ancestry or citizenship, and/or letters attesting to your Indigenous kinship from your local network or association (such a Friendship Centre). This may include, but is not limited to, certified status information, Métis citizenship documentation, Inuit enrolment cards, or letters confirming community recognition of belonging or kinship ties to a First Nation, Métis, or Inuit community.

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Provide a written statement, in your own words, describing any ongoing connection or involvement you have with your community or your Indigenous kinship with your local network/association such as a Friendship Centre.
Royal Jubilee Hospital SON Alumnae Association Bursary
Level of Study: Diploma, Undergraduate or Graduate

Area of Study: RNFBC Bursary Supported Education Program

Bursary Special Requirements: Graduate of the Royal Jubilee Hospital SoN OR the RJH SoN graduate’s spouse, child, sister, brother, grandchild, and anyone else related by birth or adoption to the graduate.
Royal Jubilee Hospital SON Alumnae Association Bursary
Apply
Proof of graduation or relation to graduate(Required)
Proof of graduation from RJH SON or relation to a graduate required. Documents include photocopy of the graduate’s diploma and/or letter of explanation including relationship to the graduate. PLEASE NOTE: photos or documents must be accompanied by explanation of the relationship between the applicant and the graduate.

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Sinn-Archibald Memorial
Level of Study: Diploma, Undergraduate, Graduate

Area of Study: RNFBC supported education program

Special Requirements: Students requiring financial assistance to embark or complete their training.
Apply for Sinn-Archibald Memorial
Apply
Written statement describing financial need(Required)
Your statement in this field allows you to be considered for this award. Awards are drawn for this bursary at random and not based on severity of financial need.
Stoddart Bursary
Level of Study: Diploma, Undergraduate, Graduate

Area of Study: RNFBC supported education program

Special Requirements: Students requiring financial assistance to embark or complete their training. Students must provide documentation showing a GPA of a least 3.3 or B+
Apply for Stoddart Bursary
Apply
Stoddart Bursary: Written statement describing financial need(Required)
Your statement in this field allows you to be considered for this award. Awards are drawn for this bursary at random and not based on severity of financial need.
Document showing cumulative GPA(Required)
Cumulative GPA demonstrates that you are currently enrolled in your program and can be a transcript. Recipients are not selected based on academic achievement.

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Sutherland Bursary
Level of Study: Diploma, Undergraduate, Graduate

Area of Study: Mental health/psychiatric nursing

Bursary Special Requirements: Students studying psychiatric nursing
Sutherland Bursary
Apply
Proof of current studies in psychiatric/mental health nursing(Required)
Please upload a transcript that confirms that you are taking or have taken courses related to psychiatric or mental health nursing.

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Doree Family Memorial Bursary
Level of Study: Undergraduate Students

Area of Study: No restrictions

Bursary Special Requirements: Restricted to female students. Applicants must provide a written statement of how, as a nurse, you will contribute to improving the emotional and physical health of your patients and their relatives.
Doree Family Memorial Bursary
Apply
Written statement of how, as a nurse, you will contribute to improving the emotional and physical health of your patients and their relatives.(Required)
Your statement in this field allows you to be considered for this award. Awards are drawn for this bursary at random.
Dyck Memorial Bursary
Level of Study: Undergraduate

Area of Study: Undergraduate nursing program leading to nurse registration

Bursary Special Requirements: Proof of residency in North Cariboo region: Kearsley, Quesnel, Hixon, Nazko, Wells (Postal codes V2J or V0K)
Dyck Memorial Bursary
Apply
Dyck Memorial Bursary: Proof of residency in North Cariboo region(Required)
Residency in the North Cariboo region means you currently live in the region. Proof includes a valid driver’s license or BC Services card. Other acceptable documents include a utilities bill with address and your name dated within the last 3 months.

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Founders Award
Level of Study: Undergraduate in final year of study

Area of Study: RNFBC Bursary Supported Education

Special Requirements: Must provide proof of being an active volunteer participant in community and professional activities.
Founders Award
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Proof of being an active volunteer participant in community and professional activities(Required)
Proof of volunteer activity must reflect participation within the last twelve months. Acceptable documents include a letter from the agency (on letterhead or with program title in the signature), or certificate if completed a program.

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McLaughlin Bursary
Level of Study: First year female undergraduate degree students

Area of Study: RNFBC Bursary Supported Education

Special Requirements: First year female nursing student enrolled in undergraduate nursing degree. Recipients of this bursary will receive an award each year of their studies up to (4) years.
McLaughlin Bursary
Apply
Proof of First Year Enrolment(Required)
Documents include proof of enrolment or letter of acceptance. Please upload even if previously provided in another field.

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Missionary Sisters of the Immaculate Conception & Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception Bursary
Level of Study: Undergraduate

Area of Study: RNFBC Bursary Supported Education

Special Requirements:

Written statement from the applicant supporting the mission, vision and values of Providence Health Care

Has examined the proposed course of study and believes that the course will be consistent with the Canadian Catholic Health Ethics Guide

Employed by Providence Health Care
Missionary Sisters of the Immaculate Conception & Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception Bursary
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Proof of employment with Providence Health Care(Required)
Acceptable documents include current pay stub or letter of employment.

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Written statement supporting the mission, vision and values of Providence Health Care and course consistency with Canadian Catholic Health Ethics Guide(Required)
Your statement in this field allows you to be considered for this award. Awards are drawn for this bursary at random.

Undergraduate and Graduate Bursaries
St Joseph's SoN
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Graduate

Area of Study: RNFBC Supported Education Program

Special Requirements: Graduate of the St. Joseph’s SoN OR spouse, child, sister, brother, grandchild, and anyone else related by birth or adoption to the graduate.

PLEASE NOTE: photos or documents must be accompanied by explanation of the relationship between the applicant and the graduate.

If there are no suitable candidates holding the above requirements, then the bursary will be awarded to a student from Vancouver Island.
St. Joseph's SoN
Apply
Select the category that applies to you(Required)
I am a graduate or related to a graduate
I am a resident of Vancouver Island
Proof of Graduation or Relation to Graduate Required(Required)
Proof of graduation from St. Joseph’s SoN or relation to graduate required. Documents include photocopy of the graduate’s diploma and/or letter of explanation including relationship to graduate.

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Proof of residency on Vancouver Island(Required)
Proof of residency includes a valid driver’s license or BC Services card. Other acceptable documents include a utilities bill with address and your name dated within the last 3 months. Please upload even if previously provided.

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South Fraser Chapter 2004 Bursary
Level of Study: Undergraduate or Graduate
Area of Study: RNFBC Bursary Supported Education
Special Requirements: Proof of residency in South Fraser Region – Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Cloverdale, Langley
South Fraser Chapter 2004 Bursary
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Proof of residency in South Fraser Region(Required)
Residency in the South Fraser region means you currently live in the region. Proof includes a valid driver’s license or BC Services card. Other acceptable documents include a utilities bill with address and your name dated within the last 3 months.

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Vancouver General Hospital School of Nursing Alumnae
Level of Study: Undergraduate or Graduate
Area of Study: RNFBC Bursary Supported Education
Special Requirements:
1. Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program.
2. Graduate or Descendant of graduate from VGH SoN or UBC/VGH collaborative program.
Vancouver General Hospital School of Nursing Alumnae
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Proof of Enrolment(Required)
Please submit even if previously uploaded

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Proof of Graduation or Relation to Graduate Required(Required)
Proof of graduation from VGH SON or relation to graduate required. Documents include photocopy of the graduate’s diploma and/or letter of explanation including relationship to the graduate. PLEASE NOTE: photos or documents must be accompanied by explanation of the relationship between the applicant and the graduate.

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Graduate-Level Only Bursaries
Acton Memorual Bursary
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Complex Seniors Care
Special Requirements: (1) Must currently work in a complex seniors care setting and indicate how studies will improve/impact seniors’ care.
(2) Must provide proof of enrolment in related course.
Acton Memorial Bursary
Apply
Transcript(Required)
Please upload a transcript that confirms that you are taking or have taken courses related to complex seniors care.

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Statement of Intent(Required)
Please indicate your current practice with complex seniors care and how your studies will improve/impact complex seniors care. Your statement in this field allows you to be considered for this award. Awards are drawn for this bursary at random.
BC Health Education Foundation Legacy Bursary
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Clinical Education
Special Requirements: Proof of enrolment in program specializing in Clinical Education.
BC Health Education Foundation Legacy Bursary
Apply
Transcript(Required)
Please upload a transcript that confirms that you are taking or have taken courses related to Clinical Education.

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BC Occupational Health Nurses Bursary
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Occupational Health
Special Requirements:
Proof of enrolment in an Occupational Health Program
OR Proof of membership in a jurisdictional or national occupational nursing association
OR Proof of employment in occupational health nursing within the previous three years.
BC Occupational Health Nurses Bursary
Apply
Indicate documentation type(Required)

Letter of acceptance to/transcript from a degree or post-basic diploma certificate in Occupational Health

Proof of Membership in an Occupational Health Nursing Association or interest group in Canada

Confirmation of employment in Occupational Health nursing (letter from employer)
Provide documentation(Required)
Please transcript or enrolment letter, proof of membership or confirmation of employment.

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Bellis & Children and Women's Health Centre Bursary
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Pediatric Rehabilitation or Obstetrics and Gynecology
Special Requirements: Proof of current studies in pediatrics or women’s health.
Bellis & Children and Women's Health Centre Bursary
Apply
Transcript(Required)
Please upload a transcript that confirms that you are taking or have taken courses related to pediatric or women’s health.

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Douglas Memorial
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Community Health Nursing or Occupational Health Nursing
Special Requirements: Proof of Community or Occupational Health Courses completed or enrolled
Douglas Memorial
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Transcript(Required)
Please upload a transcript that confirms that you are taking or have taken courses related to community or occupational health.

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Murphy Memorial Bursary
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Oncology or Palliative Care
Special Requirements: Statement of current or intended practice in oncology or palliative care nursing.
Murphy Memorial Bursary
Apply
Written statement(Required)
Written statement indicating current or intention to practice in oncology or palliative care nursing. Your statement in this field allows you to be considered for this award. Awards are drawn for this bursary at random.
Ratsoy Memorial
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Health Care Management or Administration
Special Requirements:
1st priority: Student enrolled in a graduate program leading to a Masters’ or Doctoral degree with an emphasis on Health care Management or Administration
2nd priority: Student enrolled in a graduate program leading to a Masters’ or Doctoral degree specializing in Obstetrics or Pediatrics
Ratsoy Memorial
Apply
Transcript(Required)
Please upload a transcript that confirms that you are taking or have taken courses in a graduate program leading to a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Health Care Management/Administration OR Obstetrics or Pediatrics.

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Research Bursary
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Research
Bursary Special Requirements:
1. Must be completing a research thesis requirement of graduate degree program in nursing and involved in nursing research in graduation year
2. You must provide written confirmation (from supervisor) that the proposed nursing research activity has been approved for academic purposes, with dates of completion.
Research Bursary
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Written confirmation(Required)
Written confirmation is a document on letterhead from your supervisor with their signature and qualifications verifying that the proposed nursing research activity has been approved for academic purposes, with dates of completion.

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Wadsworth Graduate Bursary
Level of Study: Graduate
Area of Study: Health Care Management or Administration
Special Requirements: To be awarded to an RN currently enrolled in a program of graduate studies leading to a Master’s or Doctoral degree with an emphasis on Nursing or Health Care Leadership/ Administration
Wadsworth Graduate Bursary
Apply
Transcript(Required)
Please upload a transcript that confirms that you are taking or have taken courses towards a Master’s or Doctoral degree program related to Healthcare Administration or Leadership.

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Xi ETA Chapter Sigma Theta Tau Bursary
Level of Study: Graduate

Area of Study: RNFBC Bursary Supported Education

Special Requirements:

Active member of Sigma Theta Tau International

RN enrolled in an accredited Master’s or Doctoral program.
Xi ETA Chapter Sigma Theta Tau Bursary
Apply
Proof of active member of Sigma Theta Tau(Required)

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Xi ETA Chapter Sigma Theta Tau Bursary: Enrolment in an accredited Master's or Doctoral Program(Required)
Please upload the relevant document or enrolment letter even if previously uploaded.

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This section is for certificate programs only.
The value of the bursary is related to the cost of the program. There is no bursary for programs/courses that cost under $500.
Certificate Program
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Name of the nursing related certificate program
Enter the name of the nursing related certificate program
Cost of the certificate program

Between $500 and $1000 ($500 Bursary)

Between $1001 and $1500 ($1,000 bursary)

Greater than $1501 ($1,500 bursary)
Proof of payment
A receipt showing the total paid for this certificate program from the educational organization showing the name of the course taken and date.

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This section is for certificate programs only
. Programs under $500 are not eligible. For programs where the cost was between $500 and $1000, a bursary of $500 will be paid. For cost between $1001 and $1500 a bursary of $1000 will be paid and for a cost greater than $1500 a bursary of $1500 will be paid.
Application Instructions(Required)
I have read and understood the application instructions. I have completed the application form fully and have checked it for accuracy.
Yes
Required Documentation(Required)
I have included all the required documentation and my statement of goals.
Yes
Completeness of Information(Required)
I have submitted complete and true information on this form. I understand that failure to do this may prevent my receiving a bursary now and/or in the future.
Yes
Change of Information(Required)
I understand that it is my responsibility to advise RNFBC immediately if any of the information I have provided should change, including a change in address.
Yes
Letter of Thanks(Required)
I agree to provide a letter of thanks to the bursary donor.
Yes
Use of Letter of Thanks(Required)
I further agree that excerpts of my letter of thanks may be used in future RNFBC social media, website or communications (last name will be removed).

Yes

No
Proof of Current Enrolment or Graduation(Required)
If selected to receive a bursary, I acknowledge that in order to receive the bursary, I will be required to provide official proof of current enrolment or proof of graduation in the current calendar year.
Yes
Use of Personal Data(Required)
I consent to allow the RNFBC to make use of my name and, if requested, my biography for any publication regarding recipients.

Yes

No
Mailing List(Required)
I consent to allow my name and email to be added to the RNFBC mailing list.

Yes

No
Return of Awards Funds(Required)
I will return the award to the RNFBC if I am unable to use the funds for my nursing studies.
Yes

Section D

Before You Submit

Please carefully review your application including the documents you have uploaded. ONCE YOU CLICK SUBMIT YOU WILL NO LONGER BE ABLE TO ACCESS YOUR APPLICATION./p>
Bursary recipients are drawn at random from eligible applicants.

If you are selected, you will be NOTIFIED VIA THE EMAIL YOU HAVE PROVIDED ON THIS APPLICATION.

RNFBC 2025 Bursary Application

Applicant Information

You must meet be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident to continue with this application.

Section Break

You must meet the eligibility and proof of residency requirements in order to continue with this application.

Section A – Level of Study

Academic Program Information

BCCNM

Section B

First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nurse Education Bursary

Royal Jubilee Hospital SON Alumnae Association Bursary

Sinn-Archibald Memorial

Stoddart Bursary

Sutherland Bursary

Doree Family Memorial Bursary

Dyck Memorial Bursary

Founders Award

McLaughlin Bursary

Missionary Sisters of the Immaculate Conception & Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception Bursary

St Joseph's SoN

South Fraser Chapter 2004 Bursary

Vancouver General Hospital School of Nursing Alumnae

Graduate-Level Only Bursaries

Acton Memorual Bursary

BC Health Education Foundation Legacy Bursary

BC Occupational Health Nurses Bursary

Bellis & Children and Women's Health Centre Bursary

Douglas Memorial

Murphy Memorial Bursary

Ratsoy Memorial

Research Bursary

Wadsworth Graduate Bursary

Xi ETA Chapter Sigma Theta Tau Bursary

Section D