About Us

Helping Students Succeed

The Irving K. Barber British Columbia Scholarship Society supports post-secondary education by providing scholarships for students attending public post-secondary institutions. The Society was created in 2004 following the establishment of a permanent endowment by the Province of British Columbia. The Society is named after philanthropist Irving K. Barber, who was well known for his long-standing support of public education.  The Victoria Foundation administers the society’s funds and its programs.

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The Society is a federally registered charity. Its charitable number is 823422142RR0001.