Part-time Bursary

1. All HSAA members in good standing may apply for themselves, their spouses or their dependants.
2. Members may receive the Part-Time Bursary four times during their lifetime as a member.
3. Applicants must be pursuing part-time post-secondary studies leading to a diploma, degree or certificate either through correspondence or attendance at an educational institution.
4. Applications must be submitted by:
   • June 30th for courses completed in the Winter/Spring semester (January – June)
   • December 31st for courses completed in the Summer/Fall semester (July – December)
5. Incorrectly completed applications will be rejected.
6. Provided all guidelines are met, applications will be included in one of two draws:
   1. for members
   2. for members’ spouses/dependants. The results of these draws will determine which applicants will receive bursaries.
7. First-time applicants will be given priority.
8. Applicants will be notified of the draw results within 45 days of the deadline date for each timeframe/period. Successful applicants will receive a Proof of Enrollment form to be returned to HSAA prior to funding.
9. $600.00 per bursary will be awarded upon submission of the Proof of Enrollment form and Proof of Course Completion.
10. A total of 100 bursaries will be awarded each year, 50 for the Winter/Spring period (January – June) and 50 for the Summer/Fall period (July – December).

Note: Only one fund or bursary will be awarded per registered course/program.

The responsibility for resolution of any disputes in regard to eligibility or interpretation of these guidelines rests exclusively with the Members’ Benefits Committee whose decision is final and binding. The Members’ Benefits Committee retains the right to change or amend these guidelines at any time it deems necessary.