In addition to funding local field trips, each year, the CBT funds two Youth Education Awards and the Lifelong Learner Award. We also facilitate the Pacific Rim Foundation Dick Close and Tourism Tofino Scholarships.
The Lifelong Learner Award is for adult residents of the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region continuing their learning journey. This award aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #4 (Quality Education: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all).
Eligible students are required to provide proof of residency in the region for no less than 3 years prior to attending post-secondary and must have graduated from high school more than 3 years prior to applying. Students are not eligible if they were past recipients of either award listed below. This award is a one-time award of $5,500.
Timeline
Applications are now closed and will reopen in fall 2026. Sign up for our newsletter to receive timely updates about our grants, including when they open for applications.
Applications for each Award are evaluated based on:
If you have any questions about eligibility or would like more information about this award, please email grants@clayoquotbiosphere.org.
The Central Region nuučaan̓uł (Nuu-Chah-Nulth) Education Award Program supports students that are registered members of the hiškʷiiʔatḥ (Hesquiaht First Nation), ƛaʔuukʷiʔatḥ (Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations), Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government (Ucluelet First Nation) or tukʷaaʔatḥ (Toquaht Nation). The award is open to graduating high school students, as well as individuals who completed high school within the previous 12 months, and who plan to begin studies at an accredited post-secondary institution within a year of accepting the award.
Applicants are not required to reside within the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region. Recipients may receive up to $5,500 annually for up to four years to support university studies, trades training, and other post-secondary programs. In cases where applicants are closely ranked, the award may be shared between two recipients.
Timeline
Applications are now closed for 2026. Sign up for our newsletter to receive timely updates about education awards and scholarships, including when they open for applications.
Applications for each Award are evaluated based on:
If you have any questions about eligibility or would like more information about this award, please email grants@clayoquotbiosphere.org.
The Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region Education Award supports students graduating from a secondary school or accredited home education program within the region who plan to pursue post-secondary studies in the upcoming academic year. Eligible applicants include graduating high school students and individuals who completed high school within the previous 12 months.
Recipients may receive up to $5,500 annually for up to four years to support university studies, trades training, and other post-secondary programs. Students must begin their studies within 12 months of accepting the award. In cases where applicants are closely ranked, the award may be shared between two recipients.
Photo credit: Nina Moodley. Pictured above is Calla Hurwitz, co-recipient of the 2026 Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Education Award, which was shared with fellow recipient Eli Morgan.
Timeline
Applications are now closed for 2026. Sign up for our newsletter to receive timely updates about education awards and scholarships, including when they open for applications.
Applications for each Award are evaluated based on:
If you have any questions about eligibility or would like more information about this award, please email grants@clayoquotbiosphere.org.
The Pacific Rim Foundation’s Dick Close Scholarship is designed to inspire students and families who have lived on the West Coast for at least two years to pursue their post-secondary goals. Recognizing that financial barriers can limit access to further education, the scholarship provides meaningful support to help recipients continue their studies.
The Foundation is committed to ensuring the scholarship is accessible and inclusive to all students attending Ucluelet Secondary School and Maaqtusiis Secondary School. Recipients must be pursuing post-secondary education in a field of their choice, including the arts, trades and technical training, business, college, or university studies.
The scholarship provides up to $10,000 per year for a maximum of four years.
Photo credit: Nina Moodley. Pictured above is Hugh Clouthier, one of the recipients of the 2026 Pacific Rim Foundation Dick Close Scholarship.
Timeline
Applications are now closed for 2026. Sign up for our newsletter to receive timely updates about education awards and scholarships, including when they open for applications.
Applications for each Award are evaluated based on:
If you have any questions about eligibility or would like more information about this award, please email grants@clayoquotbiosphere.org.
The Tourism Tofino Scholarship is designed to support and encourage students who are passionate about pursuing a career in the tourism industry. The $10,000 scholarship supports high school students graduating from a secondary school or an accredited home school education program within the region who plan on pursuing post-secondary studies in a field related to tourism or hospitality. The award may be split between two applicants who are closely ranked. Students must be planning to begin their post-secondary education within 12 months following their acceptance of the award.
This scholarship aims to foster the next generation of tourism professionals by highlighting the abundant career opportunities in tourism and hospitality in the region.
Photo credit: Nina Moodley. Pictured above is Clay Chiovitti, recipient of the 2026 Tourism Tofino Scholarship.
Timeline
Applications are now closed for 2026. Sign up for our newsletter to receive timely updates about education awards and scholarships, including when they open for applications.
Applications for each Award are evaluated based on:
If you have any questions about eligibility or would like more information about this award, please email grants@clayoquotbiosphere.org.
