LGMA Ken Dobell Public Service Education Fund Scholarship

• Be registered at an accredited postsecondary institution in full-time or part-time studies directly related to federal, provincial, local government or First Nations administration and policy.
• Be a permanent resident of British Columbia.
• Either have demonstrated an interest in public administration or public policy, or work for one of these organizations: a BC local government (municipality, regional district, resort municipality or Islands Trust); the BC provincial government, an agency or crown corporation; the federal government, an agency or crown corporation located in BC; or a BC First Nation organization in an administrative, non-elected role.

Registration confirmation is required with the application.

Apply through the online form by October 15th, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

• Include confirmation of registration from an accredited postsecondary institution.
• Include a resume or curriculum vitae.
• Submit a statement of up to 500 words about your public service career plans or reconciliation work and how your studies support them.

Complete all application requirements. Successful applicants will be notified by December 15th, 2026.

• Applicants from smaller communities receive preference.
• British Columbia courses are preferred where available.

A Scholarship Advisory Committee advises on priorities and award amounts. LGMA may make more than one award or no award, depending on funding and circumstances.

LGMA Municipal Administration Training Institute (MATI) programs are excluded. Other eligible Capilano University courses are unaffected. The course or program must last at least five days and be offered by an accredited postsecondary institution. This is a one-time award, usually valid for one year; the committee may extend that period in special circumstances.