News Release New WorkSafeNB Scholarship Supports Students and Safer Workplaces in New Brunswick

September 25, 2025

WorkSafeNB is launching a new scholarship program that invests in New Brunswick students while advancing a safer future for workers and workplaces across the province. The WorkSafeNB Future of Safety Scholarship will help students pursue their education in any field,and inspire them to play a role in preventing workplace injuries or supporting recovery when they occur. 
 
Made possible through the historic WorkSafeNB Performance Refund returned to eligible New Brunswick employers in 2024, including WorkSafeNB, the scholarship reflects a commitment to reinvesting in the province’s people, communities, and the future workforce. 
 
“We believe everyone, in any career, can play a part in making New Brunswick the safest place to work,” said Tim Petersen, CEO of WorkSafeNB. “This scholarship is one way we can support our next generation of leaders who share that vision- whether by preventing injuries or advancing recovery.” 

 
The WorkSafeNB Future of Safety Scholarship offers up to four one-time awards of $2,500 to NB residents entering post-secondary education at any recognized Canadian institution. Applicants will be asked to reflect on how their future career can contribute to advancing workplace health and safety or supporting return-to-work initiatives in New Brunswick. 

Scholarship Details 

Eligibility: 

• The program is open to students in any field of study, with selection based primarily on a written essay. Community involvement and letters of reference will also be considered. 

Deadline: 

• Applications open September 25, 2025 and close March 31, 2026. 

Learn more: 

• More information on the WorkSafeNB Future of Safety Scholarship.  

• Start the application form. 

We’re proud to launch the WorkSafeNB Future of Safety Scholarship as part of our vision to make New Brunswick the safest place to work for today and the future.