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RBC Ignite Scholarships

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Provided byRBC Royal Bank
Number Available500
Amount$1,500
DeadlineMarch 31, 2026
Type of AwardScholarship
RenewableNo
DonorRBC Next Step Scholarships

Details

Gender
Level of StudyHigh School Diploma; Certificate; Diploma; Associate; Bachelor;
ModifierCo-op; Honours; Online; Distance; University Transfer; Apprenticeship;
Field of StudyAny Field of Study
Year of StudyAll Years
Course LoadPart-time
School of StudyAny School
Region of StudyCanada
Schools AttendedAny School
Region of ResidenceCanada
Academic Standing0
Activitiesn/s
Financial NeedYes
CitizenshipCanada
Status in CanadaPermanent Resident
Automatic ConsiderationNo

Notes

RBC Ignite Scholarships

The RBC Ignite Scholarship will award 500 scholarships annually valued up to $1,500 each to help youth access new skills and training. Are you:
  • A skill away from a great job?
  • Between the ages of 16-20?
  • Looking for financial support to help afford a course, certification or training?
Apply today! Please Note: The first cycle of the RBC Ignite Scholarship 2026 program may close early if all available funds are awarded before the deadline of 1pm on March 31, 2026. The second cycle of the RBC Ignite Scholarship 2026 program may close early if all available funds are awarded before the deadline of 1pm on September 17, 2026. Eligible Learning Opportunities: Job-ready certifications: Courses that are required for specific jobs. Examples: lifeguarding, First Aid/CPR, coach/referee certification, food and beverage handling, specialist driver training Skills-building courses: Short programs to learn new skills or improve existing ones. Examples: graphic design, language learning, coding bootcamps, project management, Teaching English as a Second Language certification, high school credit upgrading Hands-on training (vocational or trade programs): Programs that teach you a trade or job by learning and doing the work. Examples: culinary arts, information technology, automotive repair, heavy equipment operator, hair stylist, pre-apprenticeship, trades discovery You are eligible if you
  • Are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada; or have proof of status as a Protected Person or Convention Refugee from Immigration and Citizenship Canada (claimants are not eligible)
  • Are between 16-20 years old when you apply
  • Require financial assistance to pursue your learning opportunity
  • Are enrolled part time in school or not in school at all
Your course must:
  • Be 12 months in length or less
  • Take place between January 1 and December 10, 2026
  • Be upcoming or still in progress when you apply
  • Be offered in Canada (in-person, online, or in a hybrid format)
  • Provided by a school or course provider that is registered in Canada. You may be asked to submit an HST number
We will not support:
  • Courses longer than one year, such as DEC, Diplomas or Bachelor degrees
  • Full- length apprenticeships (multi-year)
  • Online platforms such as Coursera, Udemy or LinkedIn Learning
  • Private tutoring, personal interest programs
NOTE: The funds are to be used for the learning opportunities, NOT equipment, tools or supplies associated with the course All RBC scholarships are administered by Universities Canada.

Contact Information

Contact NameScholarship Admin
Phone613-563-1236
Websitehttps://www.rbc.com/next-step-scholarship/index.html
E-mail[email protected]
Application Addresshttps://www.rbc.com/next-step-scholarship/index.html
Monday, March 09, 2026
 

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