Located in Kamloops, British Columbia, Thompson Rivers University provides career-focused education that prepares students for success in the skilled trades and beyond. Through its School of Trades and Technology, TRU delivers Automotive Service Technician Foundation and Apprenticeship training that combines hands-on learning with industry-relevant skills development.

New Car Dealers Foundation of BC has established awards for students pursuing careers in the automotive sector through targeted financial awards. These awards help reduce financial barriers, recognize student achievement, and support progression through training into employment within B.C.’s automotive industry.

New Car Dealers Foundation of BC Award

Program: Automotive Service Technician Foundation
Value: $2,000
Number of Awards: 3
Criteria: Awarded to full-time students entering the Automotive Service Technician Foundation program. Preference is given to students in good academic standing who demonstrate consistent effort and achievement.

New Car Dealers Foundation of BC Apprenticeship Award

Program: Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship (Levels 1–4)
Value: $1,000 per level
Number of Awards: 4 (one per level)
Criteria: Awarded to full-time students in Apprenticeship Levels 1–4. Preference is given to students employed by or placed with a BC New Car Dealer member dealership, who are in good academic standing and demonstrate consistent effort and achievement.