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Bursaries for Women Entering the Electricity Industry │ Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC)

April 15, 2026

Value

$2,000 bursaries

Description

EHRC is offering two $2,000 bursaries for women entering or currently enrolled in a trades or STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program.

Eligible Applicants

STEM Stream

  • Must be enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution (both part time or full-time students are eligible) with a clear, demonstrated interest in the electricity industry and demonstrate proof of enrollment.
  • Must be attending in the 2026-2027 school year.
  • Cannot hold a scholarship or bursary from another source of greater or equal value.
  • The bursaries are open to all women or those identifying as non-binary.
  • Preference will be given to those that show financial need.
  • Applicant must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
  • Applicants must submit a 500–750-word essay on how this bursary will help you achieve your goal of working in the electrical industry. Financial needs will be taken into consideration, so feel free to demonstrate how this bursary will make a difference to your ability to be successful in your studies.
  • Provide a letter of support or recommendation from at least one (1) of the following:
    • Industry professional/professor/teacher/tutor
    • Colleague/peer
    • Community leader, Work supervisor or Employer
    • Leader of volunteer organization

TRADES Stream

  • Must be enrolled and in good standing in a technical college or trade school program and be attending in the 2026-2027 school year.
  • 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th year apprentice.
  • Cannot hold a scholarship or bursary from another source of greater or equal value.
  • The bursaries are open to all women or those identifying as non-binary.
  • Preference will be given to those that show financial need.
  • Applicant must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
  • Applicants must submit a 500–750-word essay on how this bursary will help you achieve your goal of working in the electrical industry. Financial needs will be taken into consideration, so feel free to demonstrate how this bursary will make a difference to your ability to be successful in your studies.
  • Provide a letter of support or recommendation from at least one (1) of the following:
    • Industry professional/professor/teacher/tutor
    • Colleague/peer
    • Community leader, work supervisor or employer
    • Leader of volunteer organization

Eligible Expenses

2026 is the fourth year we are offering two $2,000 bursaries for women entering or currently enrolled in a trades or STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program. Along with providing financial support, the bursary offers the recipients access to mentorship and networking opportunities through free access to EHRC’s two signature events, Agents of Change and Awards of Excellence.

Deadline Date

April 15, 2026

Contact

Contact Name: EHRC

Phone Number: 613-235-5540

E-mail Address: info@ehrc.ca

Website: https://ehrc.ca/programs/bursaries/?R6wF9AvbqY=56BB4F40E3303C909780ED359DAA2D50

Industry:

University Partnerships, Women

Location:

Alberta, British Colombia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, PEI, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon

Tags:

Bursuries, STEM

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