Bow Valley College Tuition Support
Making investing in professional development more accessible for our members
Partnering together to unlock educational opportunities.
The Calgary Chamber and Bow Valley College are making professional development more affordable than ever for our members and their families.
In partnership with Bow Valley College, the Calgary Chamber is proud to offer enhanced value to our members through exclusive post-secondary education discounts. This partnership makes investing professional development more affordable than ever – a savings – that Chamber members can pass along to their partners and dependents!
Through this collaboration, Calgary Chamber members can enjoy discounted tuition rates on both credit and non-credit programs offered by Bow Valley College. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge, develop new skills, or enhance your professional qualifications, these discounts make continued education more accessible for you and your family.
These offerings include:
- 10% tuition discount for Calgary Chamber members and their dependents on Chiu School of Business and School of Technology credit programs or courses
- 10% tuition discount for Calgary Chamber members on non-credit courses, including continuing education and micro-credentials
Eligible Courses & Programs
With the exception of Extended Education Courses and Certificates, Certificate of Achievement (General Chemistry CHEM1901, Fundamentals of Bioenergetics BIOL1402 and The Organization of Diversity of Life BIOL140), the following courses and programs are eligible for the discount:
Chiu School of Business
Chiu School of Business programs and courses, Open Courses from the Chiu School of Business and programs from the School of Technology.
School of Technology
Chiu School of Business programs and courses, Open Courses from the Chiu School of Business and programs from the School of Technology.
Non-Credit: Pivot-Ed Micro-credential
Pivot-Ed Micro-Credentials, Continuing Education and other non-credit offerings available for members.
Non-Credit extended education
Pivot-Ed Micro-Credentials, Continuing Education and other non-credit offerings available for members.
Steps to receive your discount
For members to take advantage of this exclusive offer, please follow these steps:
For Credited Courses and Programs in the Chui School of Business and School of Technology (Members and Dependents)
- Apply to the BVC Chiu School of Business or School of Technology credit program or course via the Alberta Post-Secondary Application System (APAS).
- Receive confirmation of acceptance into the program or course.
- Fill out the Membership Affiliation Form on the Calgary Chamber Member Portal.
- Submit the completed form to the Chamber’s Membership Team at membership@calgary-chamber.papercrane.ca for validation.
- The Calgary Chamber will validate your membership and forward the information to Bow Valley College’s registrar within three business days.
- BVC will approve the 10% tuition discount once your membership is validated.
For Non-Credit Courses Continuing Educations & Micro-Credentials (Members only):
- Access the discount code through the Calgary Chamber Member Portal under the Member Perks tab.
- Use the discount code during the registration process on Bow Valley College’s website.
Considerations and Limitations
- The discount is only available to active Calgary Chamber members.
- Corporate memberships only: The discount applies to corporate Calgary Chamber memberships (Startup, Build, Connect, Accelerate, Champion, Prestige, Purpose). Individual or Student memberships are not eligible.
- If you do not have access to the Chamber Member Portal, please contact membership@calgary-chamber.papercrane.ca for assistance.
Non-credit courses are for members only—dependents are not eligible for discounts on non-credit offerings.
Dependents of members must be under 21 years of age, or under 25 if enrolled in full-time studies. - Domestic students only: Non-Canadian students who do not have permanent resident status are not eligible for the discount.
- The discount cannot be combined with any other tuition discounts or promotions available through Bow Valley College.
- Textbooks, materials and other expenses are not covered by the discount.
- The discount is not available for courses a student is repeating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the credited and non-credited discount options?
- For credited courses, members and dependents are eligible for the 10% discount. The parent or guardian from the member organization must submit an affiliation form on behalf of their dependent once the student is accepted in the program to access the discount.
- For non-credited courses, including micro-credentials and continuing education, members can access a discount code through the Member Portal and use it during registration.
Are all members eligible for the 10% tuition discount?
No, this offer is only available to members with corporate memberships, including Startup, Build, Connect, Accelerate, Champion, Prestige and Purpose. Individual and Student memberships are not eligible.
What should I do if I don't have access to the Chamber Member Portal?
If you don’t have access, please request access by contacting membership@calgary-chamber.papercrane.ca.
Where can I find a list of eligible courses?
- For credited courses, refer to the Chiu School of Business, Open Courses and programs from the School of Technology.
- For non-credited courses, check the Pivot-Ed Micro-Credentials and Continuing Education offerings.
How will Bow Valley College validate my affiliation with the Chamber for credited courses?
Members or parents/guardians of member organizations must fill out a Membership Affiliation Form via the Chamber Member Portal and then send to membership@calgary-chamber.papercrane.ca to confirm affiliation.
Do I need to request a Chamber affiliation form every term?
Yes, a new affiliation form must be submitted every term to receive the discount.
Who is considered a dependent eligible for the credited discount?
A dependent is a biological, adopted or stepchild of a member, or a child under the member’s legal guardianship. Dependents must be under 21 years of age or, if enrolled in full-time studies, under 25 years old.
Are dependents eligible for the non-credit course discount?
No, dependents are not eligible for the discount on non-credit (continuing education) courses. The discount is available only to members.
Are non-Canadian students eligible for the tuition discount?
No, the discount is available only to domestic students with permanent resident status.
Can the 10% tuition discount be combined with other discounts?
No, the 10% discount cannot be combined with other tuition discounts or promotional offers.
Does the 10% discount cover textbooks and other materials?
No, the 10% discount applies only to tuition. It does not cover the cost of textbooks, materials or other related expenses.
Is the 10% tuition discount available for repeated courses?
No, the discount does not apply to any courses a student repeats.
Get Started Today
If you’re ready to advance your education and professional development, take advantage of this great opportunity and apply for your discounted program at Bow Valley College today. For further assistance, connect with us.