Bursary Program FAQs

The purpose of the Bursary Program is to assist business women in achieving their business goals and furthering their business endeavours.

A special thanks to First Credit Union Powell River for donating two $500 bursaries to the Coastal Women in Business Bursary Program.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION BURSARIES

Applicable expenses for these bursaries include:

  • registration fees or tuition for a workshop, business course, seminar, webinar, online course, or other business education program.

  • expenses incurred for business coaching

  • memberships with relevant associations

  • acquisitions such as new software programs, computers, or other equipment that will improve your business services or production.

Coastal Women in Business is proud to provide 2 $500.00 bursaries generously donated from First Credit Union Powell River.

One application only per member.

TERMS OF ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must:

  • Be a current member in good standing of Coastal Women In Business.

  • Have owned this business for at least one year (this funding is not for start-ups).

  • Submit a letter of intent with the application form.

  • Submit a completed application.

  • Agree to their name and photo being published.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

  • Apply online only.

  • Deadline for applications is August 15, 2025 at Midnight.

  • Bursaries will be awarded September 2025 during the AGM.