OC Family Award at Okanagan College 2026

Overview

Eligibility

• Eligible nationalities: Open to Canada nationals and PR holders
• Applicant must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Applicant must be an immediate family member of a continuing (regular) Okanagan College employee. Eligible relationships include spouse, common-law partner, child, stepchild, legal ward, grandchild, niece, nephew, or sibling.
• Applicant must be enrolled full-time, with a minimum of 9 credits (60% course load) or 6 credits (40% course load for students with permanent disabilities).
• Applicant must be enrolled in an eligible programme at Okanagan College, including University Studies, degree or diploma programmes, vocational, trades or health certificate programmes, full-time Continuing Studies Certificate programmes, or apprenticeship programmes.
• Applicant must be in good standing.
• Applicant must not be on academic probation.
• Applicant must have no outstanding fees.

Benefits

• The award amount varies depending on available funds, the number of eligible applicants, and the applicant's programme of study.
• The award may cover up to 25% of the recipient's tuition, to a maximum of CAD 1,500 per academic year.

How to Apply

• Submit an online application through myOkanagan.
• Apply under Student Tab → Financial Aid & Awards → Apply for Awards → Family Award.
• The application is available for All Campus Entrance or Returning applicants.
• Paper applications are no longer accepted.
• Recipients are selected by Financial Awards.
• For programmes starting January 1–March 31: February 28
• For programmes starting April 1–July 31: June 30
• For programmes starting August 1–December 31: October 31