CourSys - FAS Outreach (with Science ALIVE), Bursary Form 2025 [Applied Sciences]

FAS Outreach (with Science AL!VE), Bursary Form

Collection Notice:

The information on this form is collected under the authority of the University Act (R.S.B.C. 1996, c.468). It is collected, protected, used, disclosed and retained in compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 165). This information is being collected for the purpose of registering campers attending Science AL!VE camps with the Faculty of Applied Sciences (FAS). If you have any questions about the collection and use of this information please contact the FAS Manager of Outreach and Diversity at fas_outreach@sfu.ca or 778-782-7020.

Science AL!VE Programs 2025 Bursary Application:

At Science AL!VE, our aim is to cultivate a safe and healthy environment for participants to explore the fields of science, technology and engineering. We strive to make our programs accessible to all youth by offering bursaries to youth who demonstrate financial need. To be considered, please fill out the bursary form below and attach any necessary documentation as requested. We will aim to respond to your bursary requests within 7 days however, in peak periods it may take up to 21 business days to receive a response.

Please keep in mind that we are a not-for-profit organization, and program revenue is essential for us to continue creating and delivering exceptional programs year-round while also supporting our undergraduate/graduate staff and administrative teams.

Section 1: Science AL!VE Participant Information:

Provide information regarding the Summer Academy participant below.

First Name:

Last Name:

Birthdate:

Grade Entering in the 2025/2026 School Year:

Note: Participants in our program register into camps based on the grade they are entering. All participants are required to have completed Kindergarten in order to attend our camps.

Section 2: Program Request:

Bursary Support for Programs

To ensure we can provide financial assistance while maintaining program sustainability, bursary amounts vary by program type:

Pro-D Day Camps, 1-Day Spring Spring Break Camps, & Half-Day Spring Break Camps: Eligible for up to 75% bursary support to allow us to assist more families across multiple shorter-term programs.
Summer Camps: Eligible for up to 90% bursary support due to their longer duration and greater accessibility funding.

You may request a bursary for up to three sessions of the same program per child.

Summer Camps: Select camps based on the grade your child will be entering in the 2025/2026 school year.
Year-Round Programs (Pro-D Day Camps & Spring Break Camps): Select camps based on your child's current grade in the 2024/2025 school year.

Example: If your child is eligible, you could apply for a bursary for three different summer camps, three Pro-D Day camps, and three Spring Break camps—allowing up to three bursary requests per program type.

If you are applying for multiple children, please submit a separate form for each child.

Notes About Submitting an Application

Choosing 3 programs does not mean you are guaranteed a spot, we will do our best to allocate bursaries based on available space.
You are able to request up to 3 bursaries for each ypes of programs offered at Science AL!VE in one form (ie. 3 requests for Pro-D Day Camps, 3 requests for Spring Break Camps, and 3 requests Summer Camps are all considered to be different programs)
Submitting digital copies of your NOA is optional starting in 2025. However, if you believe it will help demonstrate your financial need, you are welcome to include it with your application. Please note that we may reach out if verification is required.

Important Notes Regarding Bursary Percentage

If you submit your bursary application by the early bird deadline, the bursary percentage will be applied to the early bird fee.
If you submit your bursary application after the early bird deadline, the bursary. percentage will be applied to the regular fee.
We ask that parents/guardians apply for bursaries based on their current needs. These bursaries enable us to extend our reach to youth who may otherwise be unable to participate in our programs due to financial barriers.

These differences help us balance funding across all our programs, making them as accessible as possible while maintaining quality and availability. If you have any questions about bursary eligibility, please contact us!

Campus Preference:

Select the campus for which you are requesting a program bursary for.

Which program(s) are you applying for a bursary for?:

Pro-D Day Camp
Spring Break Camp (1-Day Camp or Half Day Camp)
Summer Camps

Select ALL that apply.

Pro-D Day Camp Bursary Requests

There are no current Pro-D Day Camps scheduled, this will be updated as Pro-D Day Camps become available.

Spring Break Camp Bursary Requests

Spring Break Request 1:

1-Day Camp | March 17
1-Day Camp | March 21
Half Day Spring Break Camp | March 24-28

Spring Break Request 2:

1-Day Camp | March 17
1-Day Camp | March 21
Half Day Spring Break Camp | March 24-28

Spring Break Request 3:

1-Day Camp | March 17
1-Day Camp | March 21
Half Day Spring Break Camp | March 24-28

Please select the bursary percentage you need::

Summer Camp Bursary Reqests

Summer Camp Request 1:

Summer Camp Request 2:

Summer Camp Request 3:

Please select the bursary percentage you need::

Section 3: Parent/Guardian Information:

Provide information regarding the parent/guardian below.

Parent/Guardian First Name:

Parent/Guardian Last Name:

Address:

City:

Province/State:

Postal Code:

Phone Number:

Email:

Relationship to Participant:

Section 4: Financial Information:

All information is kept completely confidential.

Total Income Indicated on 2023 Tax Returns:

Note: We require a copy of your 2023 Notice of Assessment.

Upload a Copy of Your 2023 Notice of Assessment 1:

Upload a Copy of Your 2023 Notice of Assessment 2:

Optional for those who need to upload 2 documents.

Number of Dependents:

Indicate below the number of dependents in your household.

Number of Adults:

Number of Seniors :

Aged 65+

Number of Children:

Under the age of 18

Additional Information:

You may submit a short letter (300 words) detailing your financial situation and why your child would benefit from receiving a bursary to attend Science AL!VE’s programs. Feel free to include any circumstances that you would like to be taken into consideration. Please note that this section is not mandatory and thus not required for the submission of a bursary request. Therefore, you may choose to skip this section.

Short Letter:

Certification:

I, certify that the information that is provided on this application is complete, true and accurate.

Certification Signature:

Type your FULL NAME to certify that the the information that is provided on this application is complete, true and accurate.

Date of Bursary Form Submission:

This field is required.