Join us for a unique conference experience on October 16-17, 2026 at the Inn at Laurel Point in Victoria, BC!

There’s so much to look forward to:

  • Giveaways
  • Catered meals
  • Four (4) workshops to choose from.
  • Caregiver Wellness Evening
  • Guest Speakers
  • Live entertainment with DJ PTK
  • Luxurious prizes up for grabs at our Camps for Kids Fundraiser!

Regrettably, MCFD was unable to offer funding for AGM bursaries this year. It is BCFPA’s goal to assist as many caregivers as possible with attending the AGM & Conference – a critical opportunity for connection, networking, and learning. Knowing the impact of these bursaries, BCFPA has arranged to offer as many bursaries as we are able to with limited funding.

  • Vancouver Island Region – Twenty (20) available bursaries
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Vancouver Island Region will receive $600.
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Vancouver Island Region will receive a registration-only bursary.
  • Coast Region – Twenty (20) available bursaries
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Coast Region will receive $600.
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Coast Region will receive a registration-only bursary.
  • Fraser Region – Twenty (20) available bursaries
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Fraser Region will receive $600.
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Fraser Region will receive a registration-only bursary.
  • Interior Region – Twenty (20) available bursaries
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Interior Region will receive $600.
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Interior Region will receive a registration-only bursary.
  • Northern Region – Twenty (20) available bursaries
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Northern Region will receive $600.
    • Ten (10) bursary winners from the Northern Region will receive a registration-only bursary.

Who can apply: All caregivers looking to attend the AGM & Conference in Victoria are eligible to apply for an AGM Bursary.

When to apply: Submit your applications before July 27, 2026

Next steps: Winners will be notified by email by August 10, 2026.

To claim a bursary, winners must submit a completed registration form. Bursary recipient specific forms will be provided by provincial office staff with status notice (via email). Provincial office staff will also be available to provide assistance registering over the phone. 

2026 AGM Bursary Application

2026 AGM Bursary Application

The Ministry of Children and Family Development is supporting this year’s BCFPA AGM and Conference. Bursaries will be given to foster parents which will cover the cost of your AGM registration fee ($350 value). Winners will also receive a cheque to assist with expenses such as mileage, hotel accommodation, parking, meals, and childcare. The cheque will be available to bursary winners at the AGM.

Please note that BCFPA is NOT responsible for organizing, or directly covering the expenses of, the travel or venue accommodations for any AGM & Conference attendees. All arrangements must be made and paid for by attendees.

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