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Advancing Futures

Funding and supports are available for young adults who have been in care, as they pursue post-secondary studies and transition into adulthood.

Schedule a meeting

The Advancing Futures office is open to the public by appointment only. Young adults can schedule a meeting with their practitioner. The Advancing Futures team will also continue to support young adults in person at institutions, in the community or remotely.

Contact us to schedule a meeting or if you have any questions.

Important dates

Next application deadline is June 1, 2026 to start studies anytime from September 2026 to December 2026.

The application form is available at Advancing Futures – Forms. Students must apply for funding every year.

There are three annual deadlines, depending on when you plan to start school:

  • apply by June 1 – to start studies anytime from September to December of the upcoming academic year
  • apply by October 1 – to start studies between January and April of the following year
  • apply by February 1 – to start studies between May and August of the same year