To encourage and enable more first-time and returning attendees at BSDCan 2026, this year’s travel grant is a free room for up to five nights in a shared-bathroom private suite at the 90U residences.
Anyone can apply but we specifically encourage members of any under-represented groups to apply and we will pair women in shared suites.
To qualify you must:
• Be prompt in your communication, due to tight deadlines
• Make your own travel arrangements and register for the conference
• Write a post about your experiences at BSDCan for our Blog
• Disclose what other financial support you are receiving for BSDCan
To apply, email grants@bsdcan.org with:
• Your name and departure city
• If you have ever attended BSDCan before
• What you hope to learn or achieve at BSDCan
• What under-represented demographic(s) you represent, if any
2026 Travel Grant Application Deadline: May 19th
Approval date: May 21st