Manitoba Advancing Futures Bursary 2024

Manitoba Advancing Futures Bursary Program is now CLOSED.

Overview

The Advancing Futures Bursary (AFB) supports students currently or previously in the care of a Manitoba Child and Family Services (CFS) agency who are pursuing post-secondary education at a recognized institution in Manitoba. The bursary is intended to assist students with education costs and help them achieve academic and employment success.

Eligibility Criteria

Students may be eligible for a bursary up to $10,000 and must meet ALL the following criteria:

Resident of Manitoba
Currently or previously in the care of a Manitoba Child and Family Services agency
A student that attended a recognized post-secondary institution in Manitoba from September 2023 to May 2024
Current Full-time or Part-time student

Previous applicants and recipients of Advancing Futures Bursary are eligible to re-apply. Priority will be given to first time applicants.

How to Apply

Review the Advancing Futures Bursary application.
Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements outlined below.
Complete the Advancing Futures Bursary application and consent form.
Submit your completed application including a copy of your most recent academic transcript (official transcript preferred) to youthpartnerships@gov.mb.ca
Provide a cover letter (or include within Section 6 of the application) describing why you chose your post-secondary program, your academic field of study, employment goals, and why the Advancing Futures Bursary is required to be successful.
Submit applications by mail OR e-mail. Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
NOTE: First time applicants are required to provide a letter from their current or previous CFS agency confirming they are or have been a former ward of the agency. Previous applicants are not required to provide such a letter.

Assessment Process

Applicants will receive an acknowledgment email to confirm submission. If you do not receive this confirmation within 7 business days, please contact us immediately at youthpartnerships@gov.mb.ca.
When an application is received, the Advancing Futures Bursary Coordinator reviews the application to determine eligibility and viability.
If required, applicants will be contacted by the AFB Coordinator, or another government representative to discuss the following:
- Any additional information needed for the assessment of the application.
- Resources and supports available to assist with application process.
Applicants will be notified by letter of the decision for their application.
- If an application has been approved for Advancing Futures Bursary, information on the payment process will be included.
- If an application is not selected for bursary, program staff will identify the basis for this decision in the notification letter.

Program Priorities

Priority will be given to:

Full time students
Full time students who are more than halfway to graduation
Students who demonstrate a career pathway and/or focus
Students who demonstrate a financial need
Students with above average GPA, or show an improvement in GPA standings from previous year (must be over 2.0)