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:

  • 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

  1. Complete the quick application form.
  2. Our team reviews your submission.
  3. Receive your bursary code by email within 5 business days.
  4. Enter your code at checkout when registering.
  5. (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

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