Scholarship Information
Scholarship Databases
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- https://studentawards.com/
- https://www.scholarshipscanada.com/
- https://scholartree.ca/
- https://www.escf.ca/scholarships
- https://www.educanada.ca/index.aspx?lang=eng
- https://studentscholarships.org/scholarships#google_vignette
- https://www.ouinfo.ca/scholarships
- https://www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/scholarships-awards-and-bursaries/
- https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/colleges/paying-for-college#financial-assistance--scholarships-bursaries-grants-and-loans
Scholarships/ Awards Requiring a Nomination by the Secondary School
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Scholarship Name |
Description |
External Deadline |
Internal Nomination Deadline |
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University of Toronto – Wolf Scholars |
A transformative undergraduate scholarship program at the University of Toronto, designed to develop Canada’s next generation of thoughtful builders, innovators, and leaders. Each year, 16 exceptional incoming undergraduates across the Faculty of Arts & Science form a tight-knit cohort, engaging in a four-year enrichment program centered on developing critical thinking, emotional intelligence, resilience, and creativity. |
November 10, 2025 |
October 20, 2025 |
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Queen’s University Chancellor’s Scholarship |
Part of Major Admission Awards; students apply through SOLUS. A prestigious scholarship offered by Queen’s University, providing $48,000 ($12,000 per year for four years) to students entering the first year of any undergraduate program. Students must be nominated by a secondary school official and demonstrate superior academic ability, proven leadership qualities, and original and creative thinking. |
December 8, 2025 |
November 17, 2025 |
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Schulich Leader Scholarship |
Canada’s most prestigious undergraduate STEM scholarship, awarded to 100 entrepreneurial-minded high school graduates enrolling in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math programs at 20 partner universities. Each scholarship is valued at $120,000 for engineering students and $100,000 for science and math students. Each high school can nominate one student per year.
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January 28, 2026 |
December 1, 2025 |
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Western / National Scholarship / President’s Entrance |
Western University’s National Scholarship Program recognizes all-round excellence, awarding scholarships based on outstanding academic performance and exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. Each school can nominate up to four students, plus an additional international student. |
February 14, 2026 |
January 23, 2026 |
Please note – This list does not show ALL of the scholarships and awards that require a nomination, but they are the ones that the school has historically been asked to support. Please ensure that you reach out to your guidance counsellor well in advance if you require a letter of recommendation, or a nomination for a specific scholarship/award.
Thames Valley Education Foundation
Welcome to the 2025 Thames Valley Education Foundation Online Scholarship Application! All scholarships listed in chart below are to be applied for online
https://www.grantinterface.ca/Home/Logon?urlkey=tvdsb
Thank you for your interest in applying for our scholarships! We are excited to launch our first-ever online application portal where you will submit just one application and be considered for all scholarships you are eligible for. We are happy to continue to support students dedicated to pursuing post-secondary excellence and making a positive impact in their communities. These scholarships are designed to provide financial support, recognize outstanding achievements, and help you reach your post-secondary goals. We encourage all eligible applicants to apply and take this valuable opportunity to invest in your future. We look forward to reviewing your submissions and wish you the best of luck!
This application should take approximately 30-60 minutes to complete. Your scholarship eligibility depends on the answers you provide, so please ensure you complete your application with as much detail as possible to maximize your chances.
This foundation supports students dedicated to pursing post-secondary excellence and making a positive impact in their communities. These scholarships are designed to provide financial support, recognize outstanding achievements, and help students reach their post-secondary goals.
*Students will submit one application and be considered for all of the scholarships that they are eligible for.
Online Application Awards
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St. Anne's Catholic Women's League Award
Please send application to [email protected]
Value: 2 x $500 due date April 24th
Awarded to year 4 graduating students attending post-secondary school in the fall, who have demonstrated Christian values in both their school and community lives, have participated in extracurricular school activities while maintaining a good academic standing, have volunteered in the community, and have been active members of their parish communities.
St.AnnesCatholicWomensLeagueScholarship
Holy Angels' Catholic Women's League
Please send applications to [email protected]
Value: 5 x $600 due, April 24,
Awarded to year 4 or 5 graduating and starting post secondary in graduating year. Students who were involved in parish, school and community activities throughout their high school careers. Recipients must also be practicing Catholic parishioners and have demonstrated a good academic standing.
Friends of St. Joseph's Memorial Scholarship
Please send application to [email protected]. due date Friday, April 24
Value: 4 x $1,000
Awarded to year 4 or 5 graduating students who consistently sought personal academic excellence and worked to develop their God-given potential throughout high school (not solely based on grades). The recipients must also have demonstrated a dedicated, positive attitude, have been active in co-curricular activities and have participated in community volunteer work throughout high school.
Friends of St.Josephs Scholarship Application form
Barrie Family Scholarships
Please send application to [email protected] due date Friday, April 24
$5000.00 a year for a maximum of $20 000 over 4 years
Awarded to multiple recipients attending college or university in the fall. The successful candidates have achieved a 75%+ average over the last two semesters, have demonstrated a consistent best effort in all academic areas and extra-curricular activities through his/her high school careers, and have demonstrated qualities of the Catholic Graduate Expectations throughout his /her high school careers. Students will need to maintain and provide evidence of a minimum of 70% at a post-secondary institution, as a full-time student, for each scholastic year to continue to receive scholarship funds.
BarrieFamilyScholarship
The Stirling Chapter I.O.D.E. Award
Value: $750 Due date May 22rd
Criteria: The Year 4 student must have been involved in school activities, demonstrated leadership skills throughout his/her high school years, show financial need and have an academic average in the 70-85% range.
Interested students can apply by filling out the application and emailing It to IODE member Donna Pruss at: d[email protected]
IODE24SCHOLARSHIP wordDoug Tarry Homes Scholarship
Value: $500.00 school nomination required submit application to [email protected]
Due Date May 1st
To a graduating student who: is diligent, conscientious and industrious. Preference will be given to a graduate pursing a career in the Construction Trades, or post-secondary education in Land Development, Construction or Engineering.
The Thamas Valley Award/Bursary/Scholarship Application form for scholarships listed below
THE JOHN WISE SCHOLARSHIP
Value $500.00 See link for TVDSB online application
Specific to Former Elgin County Board of Education Secondary Schools (Public & Catholic) Amount of Award $500.00 annually History Established in 1991. Criteria Awarded to a graduating student from any of the former Elgin County secondary schools who will be pursuing a postsecondary education in an agriculture, science or field related to agriculture such as veterinary science, animal husbandry, or food science. The student should have excellence in academic achievement, school extra-curricular activities and community activities. Selection Process The recipients will be determined by a selection committee consisting of Jackie Ellefsen, Coordinator Development and representatives from the Thames Valley and London Catholic secondary schools.
Young Construction Executive Club Award
Value 2@ $1000 See link for TVDSB online application
A graduating student who has taken previous Construction/Technology courses, has enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary education (diploma or degree program) in a Construction/Technology related architectural, engineering, management program.
Value up to $20,000 spread over student post secondary See link for TVDSB online application
Specific to Thames Valley District School Board Secondary Schools and London District Catholic School Board
Amount of Award $5,000 per year, up to four years. * In order to renew bursary, students are to provide academic transcripts and information about their part time employment. ** More than one bursary is available annually History
Established in 2015 by Sandy Mikalachki and Nicole Spriet.CriteriaThe scholarship will be granted to graduating students displaying:
Financial need (mandatory requirement)· Ability to overcome adversity· Pursuit of excellence· Specific post-secondary focus
Effort to fund their goals themselves· Extra-curricular activity· KindnessSelection Process
All graduating students eligible, though a preference for non-‘victory lap’ students. Donor to make final selections.
For More Information: Jackie Ellefsen, Community & Corporate Fund Development Officer Thames Valley Education Foundation [email protected]
Application-FormThe Mikalachi scholarship2024 Info Package for LDCSB
Mackie Cryderman Award -See link for TVDSB online application
Value $1,500 Due May 1st 4pm
For Excellence in the Arts Specific to Secondary Schools in Thames Valley District School Board and London District Catholic School Board. Amount of Award TBD History Established with TVEF in November 2017 with a donation from the Hazel Cryderman-Wees Foundation Criteria To a graduating student who: Demonstrates creative excellence or potential in the creative, performing and applied arts; Will be entering post-secondary program related to the awarded subject, and plans to practice or perform in their chosen field upon completion of their academic studies Selection Process Each school will submit their candidates to Thames Valley Education Foundation and the System-Wide Selection Committee (which consists of representatives from TVDSB and a representative from LDCSB).For More Information: Jackie Ellefsen, Community & Corporate Fund Development Officer Thames Valley Education Foundation [email protected]
was established in 2020 as an annual scholarship for any resident of Southwold Township who is graduating, or has graduated, from secondary school and is going on to postsecondary studies in the areas of agriculture, the environment, veterinary services, horticulture, or equine care
Scott Rossiter Memorial Award-See link for TVDSB online application
value $1,500 Due May 1st 4pm
A graduating student or students who are active in extracurricular activities and who are entering college or university to prepare for a career in Law Enforcement, or Security. The recipients will be determined by the School Awards Committee
St. Thomas Youth Choir Bursary-See link for TVDSB online application
Value 2 @ $300
To a graduating student who: is pursing music at the post -secondary level (university or college). Was involved in music throughout high-school. Is recommended by a music teacher in the school (signed recommendation letter)
W.Frank Scott Memorial Bursary
Value $4,000 Due Date May 1st
To provide a bursary to a physically handicapped student allowing that young person to achieve a Post Secondary Education. Undergraduate program in any field of study.
CRIME STOPPERS VOLUNTEER IMPACT AWARD
Value $500 school nomination required submit application to [email protected]
Due Date May 1st
St Thomas & Aylmer Crime Stoppers is pleased to partner with Pioneer and DNO Towing in presenting the 2020 Volunteer Impact Award to a graduating student who throughout their secondary school years have proven to be a compassionate, kind and caring person. This student will be a role model for other young people and inspire them to volunteer. The student will demonstrate initiative, leadership and dedication. They will exemplify the spirit of community service.
Crime StoppersApplication-Form
Value: 5 x $1,000
Criteria: Son/daughter of a member (living/deceased) or an active member of Squires. Marks, although important, will not be the only criteria. Proven financial need and service to church and community will be heavily weighted.
Essay Required: Autobiographical statement (includes educational objectives) – One page maximum
Other Documentation: Recommendation letter from the principal
Active Living Scholarship (sponsored by Ohio Ontario International Games)
Value: $500 Deadline May 31st
Criteria: To support post-secondary education in the area of physical activity. Applicants (Year 4 or 5) will have demonstrated leadership ability and interest in the importance of participation and inclusion over the importance of winning.
Essay Required: 500 word essay stating why this is your chosen profession
Other Documentation: Provide a recommendation letter from a community member, teacher or guidance counselor.
Joanne Brookes Automotive Scholarship
Value: Not specified Deadline May 31st
Criteria: Recognizes those interested in pursuing a career in the automotive industry (Year 4 or 5). Decision is not made on academic achievement alone.
Essay Required: Submit a short essay (250-500 words) as to why this is your chosen career.
Other Documentation: School to supply weighted average and comments. Must show proof of enrolment. Recommendation letter.
St. Thomas-Elgin Tourism Scholarship Fund
Value: $500 Deadline May 31st
Criteria: To assist with post-secondary education in an area of study that would support travel and tourism.
Essay Required: 250-500 words stating why this is your chosen career.
Other Documentation: Must provide proof of enrolment. Reference letters require
Value $1500.00 Deadline May 31st
Any resident of Southwold Township who is graduating, or has graduated, from secondary school and is going on to postsecondary studies in agriculture, the environment, veterinary services, horticulture, or equine care.
Costello Music and Storytelling Scholarship Fund-About
Value $250-$500 Deadline May 31st
celebrates talented music and storytelling performers from Elgin County through scholarship awards.
Bob McCaig Memorial Award Deadline May 31st
Amount of Award – 6 awards at $1,500 each (1 per school) The Bob McCaig Elgin County Award was established in 2020 to honour the memory of Bob McCaig and his legacy of commitment to community, education and the environment. Student applications will be received from all Elgin County secondary schools (Arthur Voaden, Secondary School, Central Elgin Secondary School, East Elgin Secondary School, Parkside Collegiate Institute, St. Joseph’s Catholic High School and West Elgin Secondary School) and the recipient will be chosen based on the following Criteria: Applicant will show excellence in academic achievement, school extra-curricular activities, and community-involvement. Preference given to a student with financial need. A copy of your academic transcript, documentation of volunteer work, and proof of enrolment in an accredited Canadian College or University. In one or two sentences tell the committee why you are the best candidate for this scholarship Please Note: All applicants will turn in their completed application to their school’s guidance department. Each school will submit all student applications to the address provided. The deadline for student applications will be June 1, 2020. The recipient will be chosen by the Sweetgrass Fund Committee. A representative will be available to present the award at the student’s commencement ceremony.
Please note that you may choose to email your Scholarship Application to: [email protected] rather than mailing it.
Josh & Cassie Kuntz Engineering Scholarship ($2500.00) due April 24
Awarded to a student who demonstrates academic excellence and will be entering their first year of studies in a computer science or engineering program
Scholarship 1: For top students in math and computers. Must have strong grades and competition results. Must pursue Engineering, CS, or Math.
Scholarship 2: For top students with financial need. Must have strong academics and be going into Engineering, CS, or Math.
To apply, simply submit a 1–2 minute video explaining to the selection committee why you should receive the award.
Please submit your video application to Mrs. Berry in the Guidance Office by April 24.
If you have any questions, please see Mr. Fox.
Josh & Cassie Kuntz Nursing Scholarship ($2500.00) due April 24
Criteria: Awarded to a student who demonstrates academic excellence and will be entering their first year of studies in a nursing program
Scholarship 3: For top students in sciences. Must pursue sciences, nursing
Scholarship 4: For top students with financial need. Must have strong academics and be going into nursing.
To apply, simply submit a 1–2 minute video explaining to the selection committee why you should receive the award.
Please submit your video application to Mrs. Berry in the Guidance Office by April 24.
If you have any questions, please see Mr. Fox
Father Ernie Deslippe Memorial Scholarship
Value:2 x $1000.00 Due May 22
All applicants must be a practicing Roman Catholic from the Elgin County Roman Catholic Family of Parishes (letter from your parish priest required).
All applicants must have attended a Secondary School (Catholic, Public, Private or Emersion) in the past two years. Letter of proof required from the Secondary School along with recent marks.
Applicants should be the child of a father or grandchild of a grandfather who is a member in good standing of Fr. Ernie Deslippe Council 1467 or a deceased member. (Applications from students who are not related to a member or deceased member of the Knights of Columbus will also be accepted).
Complete applications must include a current Ontario Student Status Form.
Applicants must be accepted by a University, College, or any recognized Trade School. A copy of the acceptance letter must be provided. Proof of Registration and initial payment of tuition fees must be provided before issuance of the scholarship.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to highlight their Academic achievements and voluntarism in School, Parish, Council 1467, and Community activities.
Applicants are also to write a typed essay of approx. 500 words (650 max) on one of the following topics: 1. How God reflects on your life, your life goals and family life or 2. How can you be faithful to God, Community and Family. Videos are not accepted. Essays completed using AI will be detected and rejected. The file should be converted to a PDF file for submission.
Completed applications must be received by Council 1467 via [email protected] or dropped of at the main office at St Joseph’s High School in the year the applicant is graduating from Secondary School. Applications received after the deadline shall not be accepted.
It is important to look at FED Scholarship Guidelines document for further instructions.
Value $10000 Due date TBA
In order to commemorate the life and artistic achievements of Clark McDougall and to encourage and support future generations of artists, a scholarship fund has been established in Clark McDougall's name by his family. Each year two $1000.00 awards are presented to two graduating secondary school students from St. Thomas and Elgin County, who are pursuing visual or graphic arts at a post secondary level.
- $1000.00 for any graduating student entering a traditional post secondary fine arts program which included studio courses in drawing and painting.
- $1000.00 for any graduating student entering any other post secondary visual arts program which may include arts, photography, design and architecture or any other program deemed appropriate by the selection committee.
Student are required to apply in person to the St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre with the following:
- Four (4) original works of art
- Works labeled on the back with artist's name, titled, date and medium
- A letter outlining career objectives and which of the two school scholarships is being applied for
- The student's SIN # must be included
- A confirmation of acceptance to a first year fine arts/visual arts program at a post secondary institution
Deadline for submissions is TBA, during our operating hours. If you are having difficulties delivering your submission please contact us here...
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Value: $2,300 Deadline end of April
Criteria: Granted to a graduate of St. Mary's, West Lorne, has met the entrance requirements of King's College (Western) and demonstrates financial need.
Essay Required: Letter detailing volunteer experience, including location and dates.
Other Documentation: Completed budget. Letter providing an explanation for requesting financial assistance.
Awarded Amount: $1500.00 - two $750.00 increments; awarded in the spring and late fall with postsecondary and/or apprenticeship validation
Criteria: A graduating student who has demonstrated all around interest in the construction industry together with scholastic aptitude.
Procedure for Applying: The student will prepare and submit an approximate 500 word essay explaining why the student should receive the scholarship. This essay must include a minimum of two examples of how the student has demonstrated interest in and commitment to the construction sector. Please include a resume highlighting your achievements and community contributions. email to [email protected] Deadline: Friday May 23rd :
2025 Scholorship Instruction letter on letterhead
Value: 1st @ $2,000 , 2nd @ $1,500, 3rd@ $1,000
Criteria: Submit one letter of reference from a school staff member, or community representative. Provide a brief self-profile outlining their participation in school life/community activities and any interest/involvement in the pro-life cause. The student must submit a typed original essay, approximately 1,200 words in length. The essay topic :The best lack all convictions, while the worst are full of passionate intensity. W.B. Yeats, The Second Coming, 1920. Yeats was presenting a dark, apocalyptic vision of the world just after World War I. Discuss whether or how that terrifying imagery may apply to the present state of civilization, considering the abortion issue, the seeming collapse of related traditional values and an increasing confusion about the sacredness and dignity of human life.
The essay plus other documents should be submitted, preferably by email, to [email protected]. Applicants can be Grade 11 or 12. Submit documents via email by Friday October 6th 2024
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JUNE
Ontario Home Builder's Association-Trade Scholarship Due June 20th
SWOHS 2024 - Scholarship Letter (1)
The Elgin Federation of Agriculture (EFA) is a member-based county affiliate of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA), one of Ontario’s general farm organizations. The EFA supports and advocates on behalf of 1100+ farm families in the County of Elgin, while raising awareness of the importance of agricultural and food systems. The EFA would like to assist EFA members and their families through the development of an educational bursary. The $500 cash bursary will be awarded to a family member of a EFA member. The bursary will be given to an applicant that demonstrates their ability and desire to use their post- secondary education to the benefit of agriculture. Please note- the applicant does not need to be going into an agricultural specific program, but one that could assist in the agricultural industry as a whole. Trade schools and business schools will be accepted. Applications and any supporting documents to be submitted by June 30th, 2024.
Green and White Illustrative Chalk Board Back To School Classroom Poster (1)2024-02-15 EFA Educational Bursary form 2024
International Plowing Match Scholarship:
Are you a resident of Elgin County or St. Thomas and studying at a post-Secondary Institution in Canada in a discipline related to agriculture?
Value: 2 x $2,500 (1 - male, 1 - female)
Criteria: Student (Year 4) plans to attend a college or university in Canada to study in an agriculturally related program (ex. agricultural sciences, agri-business, agri-tourism, nutrition, earth sciences and food sciences).
Essay Required: An essay of 1,000 words or less on a provided topic. A statement of 250 words or less on a provided topic.
Other Documentation: Three letters of reference (including one from the principal or vice-principal). Resume outlining past employment and/or extra-curricular activities.
Summer
Dennis Redman Memorial Scholarship
Value: $500 Deadline Sept 1
Criteria: Preference will be given to students planning careers as firefighters. However, students pursuing careers as paramedics or police officers may be eligible.
Essay Required: 250-500 word essay outlining why they wish a career in emergency services
Other Documentation: High school must supply marks and comments about the applicant. Proof of enrollment is required.