Teacher Bursary — 20% Off Select Courses
For permanent teachers in Canada who lead — or are preparing to lead — outdoor education or student field trips
About the Bursary
We're excited to support Canadian teachers who bring students outdoors. The Boreal River Rescue Teacher Bursary provides:
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20% off tuition for eligible public enrolment rescue courses
- 20% off add-ons such as lodging and equipment rentals
- Optional post-course resource: a Customized Risk Management Training Exercise to run with your school's outdoor ed team
Eligibility
Open to permanent teachers in Canada (full-time or part-time) who currently lead, or are preparing to lead, outdoor education or field trips with their students.
We may contact your principal, vice-principal, or department head to verify your role.
Your school administrator will simply confirm your role, and you'll upload supporting proof of your employment.
Eligible courses
Medical
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR) — 5-day or 8-day
- Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA)
- WFR-Bridge
Whitewater
- Whitewater Rescue Technician (WRT) Levels I, II, & III — 5 days
- WRT-Bridge Level III — 3 days
- WRT-Recertification Level III — 3 days
Ice
- Ice Safety and Rescue (ISR) — 2 days
How it works
- Complete the quick application form.
- Our team reviews your submission.
- Receive your bursary code by email within 5 business days.
- Enter your code at checkout when registering.
- (Optional) If you opt in, we'll also schedule your short call for the Customized Risk Management Training Exercise after the completion of your course.
Terms & Conditions
- One-time use
- Non-transferable
- Valid for 12 months from issue date
- Not combinable with other discounts or pro deals
- Public enrolment courses only (not private/custom group courses)
- Travel and personal expenses not included