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Bursaries for Women Entering the Electricity Industry

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

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Program Status

Active
Start Date
May 1, 2025
End Date
June 30, 2025

  • Applications are now open!

About the Program

Year after year, the data consistently shows that men outnumber women in technology, engineering, and trades jobs in Canada’s electricity industry. As the industry evolves to meet climate change goals and ensure a clean, resilient energy future, there is a real opportunity – and need – to include more women in the sector.

This is the third 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.

Requirements

Donations and sponsorship

Support our bursary program

EHRC is actively seeking donations and industry sponsorship for our bursary program. If your organization is interested in sponsoring a bursary, please contact:

Vilyen Pidgornyy
Business Development & Partnerships

Email Vilyen

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Application Form

Remember to refer to the eligibility criteria above when completing your application.

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Your application

In 500–750 words, explain how receiving this bursary will support your career goals within Canada’s electricity industry. Discuss how the financial assistant will enhance your academic success and enable you to turn your career goals into meaningful contributions. Specifically, highlight how you plan to advance sustainability, foster innovation and promote workforce inclusivity. Use concrete examples of projects, initiatives or ideas you hope to champion.
Please upload your letter of support or recommendation.
Max. file size: 384 MB.
Max. file size: 384 MB.
Please upload your proof of enrollment in a post-secondary or trade program.

Voluntary applicant demographic survey

Participation in the following questions is voluntary and does not affect application evaluation.We ask for this anonymous demographic information to ensure equity, transparency and continuous improvement. This data helps measure the program’s reach, identify and remove barriers, and report aggregate statistics for evidence-based equity goals.Data is securely stored, de-identified, and used only in an aggregate form. For questions, please contact us.
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