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Aviation Scholarships › British Columbia

$3,000

Jazz Aviation Pathway Award (School-Specific)

Jazz Aviation

Awarded to top students at Jazz partner institutions (BCIT, Seneca, Waterloo, etc.) for professionalism and diversity.

Deadline: Nominated via school in Jan/Feb

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$3,000 + Jazz APP opportunity

COPA Jazz Aviation Pathway Award for Professionalism

COPA and Jazz Aviation

$3,000 plus invitation to Jazz Aviation Pathway Program selection process. Awarded via Jazz APP partner colleges and universities.

Deadline: January via partner institutions — check your school

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$5,000

BCAC Alpha Aviation Multi-IFR Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Alpha Aviation

For BC/Yukon residents pursuing multi-engine and IFR rating training. Funded annually by Alpha Aviation.

Deadline: February 1

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$2,500

BCAC Ernie Alexander Memorial Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP

Annual scholarship funded by Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP since 2010. For BC aviation students.

Deadline: February 1

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$1,875

BCAC Anne and Rudi Bauer Memorial Private Pilot Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC/Yukon students actively engaged in PPL training. Requires superior flying skills confirmed by flight instructor and commitment to continue toward commercial training.

Deadline: February 1

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$2,000

AMFA National Scholarship

Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association

Awards for students enrolled in Transport Canada-approved AME programs. Paid directly to the institution.

Deadline: February 28

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$14,000

COPA Neil J. Armstrong Ab-Initio Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Annual scholarship helping one young person earn their Private Pilot Licence who would otherwise not pursue flying due to financial constraints. Includes one year free COPA student membership.

Deadline: March 13

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Up to $5,000

COPA New Wings Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Makes flying more accessible for aspiring pilots 21 and older. Up to $5,000 toward eligible training costs. Sponsored by Diamond Doors.

Deadline: March 13

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3 × $2,500

COPA Advanced Flight Training Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Up to three recipients awarded $2,500 each for CPL, ratings, or endorsements. Must already hold a PPL and be a current COPA member.

Deadline: March 13

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$2,500

COPA Morris Kansun Memorial Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Advanced flight training scholarship introduced in 2025, in memory of Morris Kansun. For pilots pursuing ratings beyond PPL.

Deadline: March 13

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2 × $5,000

Kenn Borek Air Scholarship

Kenn Borek Air

Two scholarships for Western and Northern Canadian students aged 18-30. One for pilot training, one for AME training. Currently accepting 2026 applications.

Deadline: March 31

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Varies

MAF Canada Mission Aviation Scholarship

Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada

For Canadian students preparing for overseas mission aviation careers. Must hold PPL or completed AME courses and have at least one year of Bible school.

Deadline: March 31

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$1,000

WestJet UPN Aviation Scholarships

WestJet & Urban Pilots Network (UPN)

Two scholarships launched in 2026: one for commercial pilot training and one for aircraft maintenance/aerospace engineering.

Deadline: April 1

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Varies

BC Aviation Council (BCAC) Endowment Program

British Columbia Aviation Council

Over $50,000 in annual awards for pilots, AMEs, and airport operations. Includes the Anderson Family and Anne & Rudy Bauer awards.

Deadline: April 30

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2+ × $3,500

Kelowna International Airport YLW Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Kelowna Airport

Airport operations and aviation scholarship funded by Kelowna International Airport through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$5,000

Pitt Meadows Airport YPK Gateway to Education Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Pitt Meadows Airport

For BCIT Aviation Management and Operations students with financial need and airport management career goals. One of the largest airport-ops specific awards in BC.

Deadline: April 30

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$3,000

Conair Group Commercial Aviation Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Conair Group

Commercial aviation training scholarship funded by Conair Group through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875–$2,750

BCAC Private Pilot Licence Award

BC Aviation Council

Runner-up awards alongside the Anderson Family PPL scholarship. First runner-up receives ,750, second receives ,875.

Deadline: April 30

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$2,500

PetroValue Airport Management Technical Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / PetroValue

For airport management students or mid-career airport staff taking management, technical, or safety training in BC. Supports career advancement in airport operations.

Deadline: April 30

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$2,000

John and Michelle Ward Memorial Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

Memorial scholarship for BC aviation students administered through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$2,000

Nanaimo Airport YCD Airport Employee Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Nanaimo Airport Commission

For people working on or near BC airports pursuing further studies to advance an aviation or aerospace career. Supports airport operations, management, and technical roles.

Deadline: April 30

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$2,000

BCAC Airports Committee Operations Management Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For students in airport or aviation operations and management programs who have completed at least one year and have one year remaining. BC residents.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

Nanaimo Airport YCD Employee Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Nanaimo Airport

General aviation training scholarship funded by Nanaimo Airport YCD through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

Langley Aero Club Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Langley Aero Club

PPL or CPL scholarship for BC aviation students, funded by Langley Aero Club through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

West Coast Pilot Club Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / West Coast Pilot Club

PPL or CPL scholarship for BC aviation students, funded by West Coast Pilot Club through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

William Templeton Airport Operations Management Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC students in airport operations or management programs who have completed at least one year of study with one year remaining.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

Al Michaud Memorial Commercial Pilot Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

Commercial pilot scholarship in memory of Al Michaud, awarded through the BCAC annual competition.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

Francois Leh Flight Instructor Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For pilots pursuing their flight instructor rating in BC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

BCAC Aviation and Aerospace Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

General aviation and aerospace scholarship for BC students in any aviation discipline.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

BCAC Career Advancement Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For mature students and career changers entering aviation in BC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,000

Geoff Latter Airshows Wings and Wrench Scholarship

Geoff Latter Airshows / Wilson Aviation Ltd

Annual $1,000 scholarship for a deserving student in a Professional Pilot program or AME program at a recognized BC college-level institution.

Deadline: June 25

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2 × $2,000/year

CATCA W. Christopher Lilwall and Eric Paraskevopoulos Memorial Scholarship

Canadian Air Traffic Control Association (CATCA)

Two renewable scholarships of $2,000/year (up to 4 years) for dependent children of active or retired CATCA members in any full-time post-secondary program. Not restricted to aviation programs.

Deadline: August 31

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$54,000

Coulson Aviation AME-Structures Career Scholarship

Coulson Aviation / BC Aviation Council

Comprehensive career scholarship covering tuition and financial support through training, apprenticeship, and certification stages of becoming an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer — Structures. Canada's largest AME scholarship.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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$5,000

Helijet AME IFR eVTOL Training Bursary

Helijet / BC Aviation Council

Annual bursary for rotary aircraft AME, IFR pilot, or emerging eVTOL flight and maintenance training. One of Canada's most progressive rotary training awards.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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2 × $3,000 + apprenticeship

Harbour Air AME Awards

Harbour Air / BC Aviation Council

Two fixed-wing AME awards of $3,000 each, plus a six-month paid apprenticeship at Harbour Air for each recipient.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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$20,000 progressive

BC Aviation Council Bain and Brown Aviation Career Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

Progressive award: $5,000 for PPL, $10,000 for CPL, $5,000 for IFR/multi. For BC/Yukon residents pursuing an airline pilot career.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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$3,000/year x 4 years

ALPA Scholarship Program Child of Member

Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA)

$3,000 per year over four years for children of retired, disabled, or deceased ALPA members pursuing post-secondary education.

Deadline: Check ALPA member benefits portal — member login required

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$10,000

BC Aviation Council Anderson Family PPL Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC or Yukon high-school students aged 15-19 starting their PPL fixed- or rotary-wing. Must train at a BCAC supporter school.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — approx Feb 1 to Apr 30 annually

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$10,000

BC Aviation Council Pacific Coastal Airlines Sheldon Smith Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Pacific Coastal Airlines

For BC residents pursuing pilot or AME training. Strong academic and community involvement required.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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$5,000

Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship

Northern Lights Aero Foundation / ALPA

For Canadian citizens or permanent residents enrolled in a post-secondary fixed-wing aviation program at a college, university, or flight school.

Deadline: Annual — check Northern Lights site

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Multiple x $4,000

Wings of Opportunity Night Rating Scholarship

Wings of Opportunity Foundation

Multiple night rating scholarships for young pilots across Canada working toward CPL and night rating. 2024 cycle: 13 awards totalling $52,000+.

Deadline: Annual call — check foundation site and social media

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$3,500

BCAC Barry and Jim Aviation Maintenance Graduate Bursary

Barry Lapointe Foundation / BC Aviation Council

Endowed bursary for graduating AME students in BC. The Barry Lapointe Foundation endowment supports ongoing annual awards for aircraft maintenance graduates.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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$3,000

Camber Aviation Sea-to-Sky AME Scholarship

Camber Aviation Management / BC Aviation Council

For AME students actively pursuing training or accepted into an AME program. Priority to residents of the Sea-to-Sky Corridor BC. Includes mentorship program. 800-word essay required.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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$1,875

BC Aviation Council Emil Oucharek Rotary Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC and Yukon residents training for helicopter CPL. Must already hold a PPL(H). Named in honour of Emil Oucharek. Training must occur in BC or Yukon.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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$1,875

BC Aviation Council Commercial Pilot Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC and Yukon residents actively training toward their Commercial Pilot Licence. Must already hold a PPL. Training must occur in BC or Yukon.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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$1,875

BC Aviation Council Flight Instructor Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC and Yukon residents pursuing a flight instructor rating. Must hold a CPL. Fixed or rotary wing eligible. Part of the annual BCAC spring scholarship window.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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50 × $1,000

RCAF Foundation Student Scholarship

RCAF Foundation

50 scholarships of $1,000 for Canadian post-secondary students in aviation/aerospace STEM fields with leadership and community involvement.

Deadline: Annual competition — check RCAF Foundation site

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$1,000

BC Coast 99s Wings and Wrench Scholarship

BC Coast Chapter of the Ninety-Nines

For pilot and AME students in BC. Partnered with Geoff Latter Airshows. Open to both pilot and maintenance students.

Deadline: Check BC Coast 99s site — typically spring window

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Varies

PAMEA AME Scholarship

Pacific Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Association / BCAC

Annual AME scholarship program from PAMEA. Endowment fund of $42,000 supports ongoing annual awards for AME students in BC. Studies can be completed anywhere in Canada.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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Varies

Air Canada STEM Aviation Scholarship

Air Canada

For Canada's next generation of aviation and aerospace leaders. Assists post-secondary students in STEM fields to encourage careers in aviation.

Deadline: Annual — check Air Canada scholarships page

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Training included

COPA Drone Pilot Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Three COPA members 18+ receive training to obtain their Advanced RPAS pilot certificate including ground school, flight reviews, and exam expenses.

Deadline: Varies — check COPA site annually

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