BOLT Financial Awards

BOLT Financial Awards are offered to students pursuing construction-related college or university programs. The awards are provided both directly through the BOLT Charitable Foundation and through our post-secondary and community partners. To date, BOLT has provided more than 575 scholarships totaling $1.9 million.

Successful candidates receive up to $5,500 for the school year, dependent on their program/training.

BOLT also works with our industry partners to help connect BOLT Financial Award recipients to meaningful summer, co-op and full-time employment opportunities related to their field of study.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Full-time student in a construction-related program in a college or university
• You can demonstrate financial need
• You are a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Between 17-29 years old, living in the Greater Toronto Area
• Passionate about a career in construction

In partnership with the Rutherford Foundation, two dedicated scholarships of $3,000 are awarded to students who identify as Indigenous, First Nations, or Metis and meet the eligibility criteria thought the BOLT Rutherford Indigenous Student Award for Construction.

Applications for the 2025/2026 academic year are now OPEN until April 11, 2025. If you have any questions, please email us at bolt@tridel.com.

Please visit the website for complete details and application form.