Northbridge Insurance has launched a construction bursary program in partnership with George Brown College.

Launched in 2024 in collaboration with Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC), the bursary aims to provide financial support to students pursuing careers in the skilled trades.

Northbridge says the program’s success in Atlantic Canada demonstrated the strong demand for skilled tradespeople and the need to expand support to other regions. By bringing the program to Ontario, the company hopes to provide more opportunities for students entering this sector.

At NSCC, students enrolled in construction management, masonry, carpentry, or electrical programs are eligible to apply. In Ontario, students enrolled in full-time programs at the Centre for Construction and Engineering Technologies at George Brown College can apply.

“When we first started meeting with industry constituents, contractor associations, and our customers, we saw an opportunity to support Canadian students through a bursary program. I strongly believe that this program not only benefits students but also helps support our insured customers and Canadian contractors who are building our nation,” said Jonathan Graham, Underwriting Director, Construction and Contracting, at Northbridge Insurance. “Investing in Canadian students in the skilled trades is imperative to ensuring a strong, successful workforce for the future of construction firms.”

The company will grant 10 bursaries per school, each valued at $5,000. Recipients will be selected by the NSCC and George Brown Student Awards Offices based on the application criteria, academic standing, and financial need.