Canadian aircraft operator Coulson Aviation has partnered with the British Columbia Aviation Council (BCAC) on a new maintenance training scholarship. The aircraft maintenance engineer-structures scholarship package is worth CAD 54,000 ($39,000), and the application deadline is May 11.

That amount covers a single student’s full tuition, training, apprenticeship, tools, and exam certification preparation. The training, which includes classroom and hands-on learning, is expected to take three years, and through its cooperation with BCAC, Coulson expects to be able to offer one scholarship annually.

In addition to the training, the students will also earn a salary during the course of the program. It is open to British Columbia residents who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents and will culminate with comprehensive exam preparation for Transport Canada certification, as well as guaranteed employment at Coulson Aviation once achieved.

“We recognize the growing demand for well-trained aviation professionals,” said company president and COO Britton Coulson. “By providing this comprehensive scholarship, we’re investing in individuals—we’re strengthening the future of the aviation industry. Our training program ensures students gain real-world experience while working alongside experts, leading to a direct career path with Coulson Aviation.”