CWB Welding Foundation

The CWB Welding Foundation is a national registered charity that relies on the support of industry and community organizations to address the welding skilled trade shortage in Canada. Through education-based programs and initiatives, we continue to reduce barriers that affect key groups; elementary, secondary, and post-secondary students and educators, Indigenous People, women, and the underrepresented. We envision a future where all individuals are encouraged and provided the support needed to reach their true potential in a career in welding regardless of identity factors, social and financial status, and lived experiences including gender, age, ethnicity, language, literacy, culture, income, and geographical location.

CWB Welding Association Indigenous Education Bursary

Recognizing the significant demand for future welders across Canada, the CWB Welding Foundation has established this national bursary program with Indspire to financially support Indigenous students interested in post-secondary courses, apprenticeships or training relating to or leading to careers in the welding and joining industry in Canada.

Awards Criteria

Awards Category: Post-Secondary
Deadlines: August 1, November 1, February 1
Apprenticeship applications open year-round
Program of Study: Students currently enrolled in post-secondary courses (apprenticeship, college or university level) related to or leading to careers in welding (e.g. practical welding, welding technology, welding inspecting, welding engineering).
Level of Study: Any
Indigenous Affiliation: Any