Scholarship Information
The scholarships are organized by which month applications must be made. Be sure to check these links.
Key Websites
The Scholarship Report http://seekingscholarships.com/the-scholarship-report-pkg-2/
This resource provides information for students and families about post-secondary open houses, scholarship opportunities, tips on finding and applying for scholarships, etc.
There will be bi-monthly postings and invitations to information sessions.
The password for access to The Scholarship Report has been sent in the October 7th Guidance Update document that was sent out via email. The access code will also be shared on students' myBlueprint space under Resources (at the bottom of their account homepage.)
Ontario Universities
Scholarships Canada
Elgin/St.Thomas Community Foundation
Scholar Tree List of Scholarships for October Click Here
King's University
Award 1 Complete Student Application-Finance ESCF
OCTOBER
Scholar Tree List of Scholarships for October
Here are two unique scholarships:
Grade 12 Women/Non-Bianary in STEM -Click Here
BC Indigenous students interested in Carpentry -Click Here
Value: 126 cash awards available at different levels.
Criteria: For students entering university and in their final year of full-time studies. Minimum overall average of 85% (last three years final grades). The selection criteria includes character, commitment to community service and leadership potential.
Nomination: Possibly
Essay Required: Two short essays
Other Documentation: Scholarships are available to both school sponsored (3 max.) and non-sponsored students.
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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Value: $28,000 (over 4 years) Closes December 1st
Criteria: Open to students of all abilities and all fields of study. Dedication to humanitarian ideals, courage in overcoming obstacles, and pursuit of excellence in academic, athletic and civic life. Financial need is not a criterion. Renewable for up to four years.
Other Documentation: 3 referees online (cannot be a relative)
NOVEMBER
TD Scholarship for Community Leadership
Value: 20 – Up to $70,000 each
Criteria: Applicants must have a minimum overall grade average of 75% in their most recently completed school year and have demonstrated community leadership. Must send application by registered mail.
Essay Required: 600 word essay describing your community leadership involvement. Optional: An essay of 250 words describing your family or personal circumstances
Other Documentation: Recommendation letter from school. Two letters of support from community groups who have been the focus of your involvement.
DECEMBER
Value: $1,000 - $50,000
Criteria: Demonstrate an active leadership role in community service, athletics, etc. You do not need to be a Burger King employee. A cumulative average of 80% is required. You should also demonstrate substantial work experience.
Fireside Catholic Publishing Essay Scholarship
Value: 5 x $1,000 (US)
Criteria: Recognizes a top religion student. Criterion includes outstanding leadership in embracing religious education. Financial need is not a consideration.
Nomination: Yes - 1 only per school
Essay Required: 750 words max. (topic provided)
Other Documentation: Student application and Faculty Rep. forms must be completed and submitted with essay.
Horatio Alger Ontario Scholarship Program https://horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/
Value: Awards up to $10,000
Criteria: Program provides assistance to students with financial need who have displayed perseverance in overcoming adversity, maintained a minimum grade of 65%, and plan to complete a degree. Applicants must be year 4, enrolled full-time, and involved in co-curricular and community activities
Essay Required: Two required essays
Other Documentation: Certification form from school, an online letter of support and a copy of each parent's most recent annual income tax return
Students may apply from December 1,2022-March 15, 2024
JANUARY
Canadian Women in Municipal Government
Value: $1,000
Criteria: Open to female students enrolled in any year of study who are contributing to their school's leadership teams or student council.
Essay Required: Research essay - 750 to 1,000 words - topic provided
Other Documentation: Two written references: 1) personal friend or relative 2) School Instructor
Federation of Portuguese Canadian Business & Professionals
Value: $1,000 - $2,500
Criteria: Student was born in Portugal or at least one parent is of Portuguese origin.
Essay Required: Short biography including academic, work and volunteer experience and why you believe you should receive an award
Other Documentation: Current transcript, resume and headshot photo.
Bishop John Michael Sherlock Chttps://www.kings.uwo.ca/future-students/finances/funding/entrance-scholarships/atholic Leadership Award
Value $4,000.00
Application Accepted Jan 01, 2024-Apr 30 2024
Award CriteriaThis scholarship of $4,000 is granted to a full-time first year student(whether a high school, mature and transfer student) who is a member of a parish within the Diocese of London and whose financial situation makes the pursuit of a University education unusually difficult. This award is intended to encourage the education of those with the potential to make a positive contribution to the Catholic community and to the common good of society. Candidates must demonstrate large financial need, meet the minimun academic entrance requirements and provide a pastor letter os reference. If the student remains registered full-time, maintains a minimum average of 70%. demonstrates continued involvement in a parish and includes one credit in Catholic Studies, or Religious Studies with a Catholic theme, within his or her degree credits, a scholarship of $3000.00 is renewable for year 2, 3 and 4. The Bishop Sherlock may not be held concurrently with another King's Entrance Scholarship or King's Continuing Scholarship. This award may not be granted each year.
Joe Bezzina Director of Pastoral Services, Episcopal Liaison for Catholic Schools Diocese of London [email protected]
FEBRUARY
Kin Canada – Hal Rogers Endowment Fund
Value: $1,000
Criteria: This bursary is awarded based on financial need, community and school involvement, and knowledge of Kin Canada. You must be a full-time year 4 student who demonstrates high ideals and qualities of citizenship.
Other Documentation: Provide proof of citizenship. Application must be sent to local club only.
RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program
Value: 20 x Vauled up to $10,000 per year
Criteria: Selection for the award is based primarily on personal and academic achievements and financial need. You must maintain a full course load leading to a degree, certificate or diploma. Open to students who are Indian, Inuit or Metis.
Other Documentation:
Value: $1,500.00
Criteria: Applications must be submitted online. You do not have to be a Royal Bank client however, children of Royal Bank employees are not eligible to apply. You must have achieved a minimum 75% average in your last completed year of study.
Value: 25 x $80,000 25 x $60,000
Criteria: A Year 4 Student enrolling in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) studies at one of 20 pre-selected universities. Must possess at least 2 of 3 of the following attributes: outstanding community, business or entrepreneurial leadership; academic excellence; financial need.
Nomination: Yes - 1 only per school
Essay Required: 600 word essay demonstrating why they would make a great Schulich Leader
Other Documentation: 2 reference letters (at least one academic)
Value: $2,500
Criteria: Essay must address the following: how do you demonstrate a long life lived to the fullest? – how are you helping others to achieve this? – how do you demonstrate values of nobility, courage and inclusivity? – how do you plan to use the funding?
Essay Required: 2 pages max.
Other Documentation: Recommendation letter from school or community.
Wally Scott Minor Hockey Bursary
Value: 2 x $1,000 - $2,500
Criteria: Must have been a registered OMHA player for a minimum of 5 years. Must maintain a high standard of academic excellence. Active in any local community sport or social program.
Essay Required: One page letter outlining the request.
Other Documentation: One-page letter from the local minor hockey association president supporting the request.
http://grandlodgeofontario.ioof.net/allan-simpson-education-fund/
Educational Fund Allan Simpson Closes March 1st
Value: Amount varies each year.
Criteria: Assistance for young people who are orphans. Renewable if the applicant maintains a passing grade in all courses as a full-time student.
MARCH
Value: 25 x $2,500 Closes March 4th
Criteria: Recognizes students who demonstrate active involvement in their community and/or sports activities while engaging in healthy self-management of their diabetes.
Essay Required: Choose 1 of 2 essay topics provided (1,000 word maximum)
Other Documentation: 2 letters of reference (1 medical and 1 non-medical)
Value: 25 awards ranging from $2,000 (Full time) to (Part-time worth $1,000)
Criteria: Open to members who are pursuing a post-secondary education at a recognized college, university or trades program on a full-time or part-time basis. Applicants must remain a Girl Guides member for the 2017-18 guiding year.
Essay Required: Short essay questions that lets them know what guiding has meant to you.
Other Documentation: Application must be submitted on-line
Horatio Alger Ontario Scholarship Program https://horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/
Value: Awards up to $10,000 Must complete online application by March 15th 2024
Criteria: Program provides assistance to students with financial need who have displayed perseverance in overcoming adversity, maintained a minimum grade of 70%, and plan to complete a degree. Applicants must be year 4, enrolled full-time, and involved in co-curricular and community activities
Essay Required: Two required essays
Other Documentation: Certification form from school, an online letter of support and a copy of each parent's most recent annual income tax return
Value: $500 per scholastic year Closes March 29th
Criteria: Awarded based on financial need. Available to ex/currently serving members of The Canadian Forces (Regular or Reserve), to war veterans and their children/grandchildren as well as ordinary and life members or associate members of the Royal Canadian Legion or ladies' auxiliary members and their children/grandchildren.
Other Documentation: Student must be applying to OSAP. A portion of the form must be completed by the Legion Branch of the student's sponsor. Applications must be mailed.
Value: 25x $6,000 to support students in financial need
The Canadian Scholarship Trust Foundation supports access to post-secondary education (PSE) for all Canadians. We are passionate about higher learning and believe that finances should not be a barrier to accessing post-secondary education.
In honour of notable members of the Canadian Scholarship Trust family, we are excited to provide $150,000 worth of bursaries to students facing financial barriers in order to help them access post-secondary education. The bursary can be used to cover tuition as well as school-related expenses such as books, supplies, or living expenses.
The bursaries are intended for students who can demonstrate financial need, and whose financial need may make it difficult for them to continue their studies. Students must be the first generation in their family to attend post-secondary education*.
Fr. Paul McGill, CSB. Essay Prize
Value: $300.00 The closing date for application is June 30 of the year in which you are applying.
Attention graduating senior students from a high school in
London Middlesex, Elgin, Norfolk, Oxford, Perth, Huron, Lambton, Chatham-Kent or Windsor-Essex County.
We are accepting submissions for the 2023 Fr. Paul McGill, CSB. Essay Prize “How might Religion/Spirituality be used to promote Peace in the contemporary world?
Mrs. Cécile Bertrand-Skory
Executive Administrative Assistant/Registrar/Archivist, Assumption University
400 Huron Church Road, Office #207, Windsor, ON N9C 2J9
Tel 519-973-7033 press '0'/Fax 519-973-7089
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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 19th,
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.
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Holy Angels' Catholic Women's League
Please send applications to [email protected]
Value: 4 x $500 (2 - College, 2 - University) due date Thursday, May 9th, 2024
Awarded to year 4 or 5 graduating 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.
London & District Stroke Award – This award is for students who have experienced a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). One (1) award of $500.00 per year is to be issued, although more can be issued if appropriate. The award has been established to provide financial support to assist the student in completing their education or to assist with rehabilitation during a difficult time. Students must provide medical confirmation. The deadline to apply is May of each year; award is to be issued in October of each year, although these dates can be adjusted to coincide with your graduation dates. To apply, the student must provide a letter from school staff and a Doctor’s note explaining the medical circumstances and supporting materials, submitted to Yasmine Mansour [email protected]
Friends of St. Joseph's Memorial Scholarship
Please send application to [email protected]. due date Friday, April 19th, 2024
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.
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Barrie Family Scholarships
Please send application to [email protected] due date Friday, April 19th, 2024
$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.
The Stirling Chapter I.O.D.E. Award
Value: $750
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]
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Value: 4 x $500 deadline April 19, 2024
Criteria: To student athletes in pre-determined member associations. Criterion includes participation in high school sports, involvement in other areas of school and community activity, and an overall average of at least 80%.
Essay Required: One page letter describing how school sport has influenced your life.
Other Documentation: Recommendation letter from teacher or teacher/coach at the high school
Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation http://www.cabef.org/
Value: 3 x $2,500 Closes April 29th
Criteria: Students must be entering a college or university agriculture program. Applicants will be assessed on their leadership qualities, academic standing and essay.
Essay Required: 750-1,000 words on a provided topic.
Value $1000.00 Due May 1st 4pm
Established in 1990 by the McDougall family in memory of the late Clark McDougall, a well-known St. Thomas artist, to encourage and assist young Elgin County artists to pursue a post-secondary fine arts education. The students must have completed three full years at an Elgin County Secondary School
Send application to [email protected]2024 Info Package for LDCSB
Application-FormClark McDougallDoug Tarry Homes Scholarship
Value: $500.00 Due May 1st 4pm
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. Send application to [email protected]
Doug TarryApplication-Form 2024 Info Package for LDCSB
Value $2000 Due April 21
Libro's student award program supports youth who demonstrate outstanding commitment to their community while balancing academic success. 33 students will be selected for a $2,000 scholarship, for a total investment of $66,000. Winners will also receive a no fee Go Free Chequing account and a financial coaching session to get set up for success.
THE JOHN WISE SCHOLARSHIP
Value $500.00 Due May 1st 4pm
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.
Send application to [email protected]
Application-Form 2024 Info Package for LDCSBJohn Wise flyer
Young Construction Executive Club Award
Value 2@ $1000 Due May 1st
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. Send application to [email protected]
Young-Construction-Executive-Club-Award2024 Info Package for LDCSB
Mikalachki Scholarship- "see the standard TVEF/TVDSB application form"
Value up to $20,000 spread over student post secondary Due May 1st 4pm
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]
Send application to [email protected]
Application-FormThe Mikalachi scholarship2024 Info Package for LDCSBValue $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]
Send application to [email protected]
Mackie CrydermanApplication-Form2024 Info Package for LDCSB
CRIME STOPPERS VOLUNTEER IMPACT AWARD
Value $500 Due May 1st 4pm
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.
Send application to [email protected]
Crime Stoppers2024 Info Package for LDCSBApplication-Form
St. Thomas Insurance Brokers Association Award
Value $500 Due May 1st
Specific to Elgin County Secondary Schools (Public and Catholic) Amount of Award $500
History Established in March 2017 by the St. ThThe Kelman Scholarship supports an outstanding high school student who is planning to attend a post secondary institution and who’s interested in the protection of water quality. 2020 Scholarship applications are now open.sty and truhfulness. Mannerly conduct in and out of school. Academic Achievement. Selection Process Committee from the St. Thomas Insurance Brokers Association to select recipient.
Send application to [email protected]
2024 Info Package for LDCSBSt Thomas Insurance BrokersApplication-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
Value: 28 x $2,000
Criteria: Awarded to sons/daughters of Unifor members in good standing. Grades as well as social justice values and knowledge of the labour movement are considered.
Essay Required: Four short answer questions (topics provided)
Learn with Lerners Bursary & Mentorship Program Due Date May 15th
At Lerners, we believe that diversity in the legal services industry is integral to providing effective legal representation. That is why we are excited to continue our Learn with Lerners Bursary & Mentorship Program as part of our efforts to help address the systemic barriers experienced early on by Black, Indigenous and People of Colour in the legal services industry.
This program is offered to recent graduates of publically funded secondary schools in Ontario, who are interested in careers in the legal services industry and plan to attend college or university in the 2022-23 academic year.
New in 2022, Lerners is proud to announce that, building off last year’s success, we are expanding this year’s program to select two recipients of a $5,000.00 CAD bursary and up to twelve months of mentorship with a Lerners lawyer.
Effective immediately, we are accepting applications through our website where you can find more details and apply. Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm EST on May 15th, 2022.
Qualifications
Students who graduated high school (or will graduate by end of June 2022) and have been admitted to a first-year program at an Ontario college or university in September 2022, or January 2023, are eligible for the Learn with Lerners Bursary & Mentorship Program. Eligible candidates must:
- Be a member of Ontario’s racialized community (i.e. Black, Indigenous or a Person of Colour).
- Be 21 years of age or less at the start of the 2022-23 academic year.
- Be interested in pursuing a career in the legal services industry (broadly defined).
- Have been admitted to a first-year program at an Ontario post-secondary college or university and plan to attend on a full-time basis during the 2022-23 academic year.
- Meet all other eligibility criteria set out in the Terms and Conditions.
- Agree to our Bursary & Mentorship Privacy Policy.
The recipients of the Learn with Lerners Bursary & Mentorship Program will be announced in early June 2022.
Old Oak Self Starter
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
Send application to [email protected]
Scott Rossiter Memorial Award
value $1,500 Due May 1st 4pm
A graduating student or students who are active in extracurricular activities and who are entering college or univversity to prepare for a career in Law Enforcement, or Security. The recipients will be determined by the School Awards Committee
Send application to [email protected]
2024 Info Package for LDCSBStandard TVEF/TVDSB application form
St. Thomas Youth Choir Bursary
Value 2 @ $300 Due May 1st 4pm
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) Send application to [email protected]
MAY
Father Ernie Deslippe Memorial Scholarship
Value:2 x $1000.00 Due June 9th
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 by the June 9th midnight 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.
The successful applicant awarded the Fr. Ernie Deslippe Scholarship will be contacted at the latest July 1st in the year the application was submitted.
Value: 2 x $500
Criteria: No requirement in terms of physical disability or ability. Must have maintained an average of at least 83%. All applications need to be received by April 20th to email address [email protected]
Essay Required: Essay and poem (combined) should equal 500-1,000 words (theme provided)
Other Documentation: Must attach a transcript (Note: Do not fax or e-mail)
Retail as a Career (Canadian Retail Institute)
Value: 1 x $5,000 1 x $3,000 18 x $1,000
Criteria: Students entering a retail, business, or marketing-related program at a Canadian college or university and currently working at least part-time in retail.
Essay Required: 600-800 words (topic provided)
Other Documentation: Letter of reference (200 words max.) from your current retail employer. Proof of enrolment.
Value: $1,500
Criteria: Award is open to a student who currently cares for an aging loved one, works within the senior community or intends to pursue a career that will have an impact on the elder population. Must have good academic standing.
Essay Required: 1,000 word max. on why aging matters to the applicant
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Value: $2,300
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.
Bob McCaig Memorial Award See PDF form above Deadline June 01st
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.
Active Living Scholarship (sponsored by Ohio Ontario International Games)
Value: $500 Deadline June 01st
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 June 01st
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 June 01st
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
The Oak Tree Scholarship Fund 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
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Value: $1,000
Criteria: Available to all high school juniors and seniors. Not an academic scholarship but they would like to know what your future academic plans are.
Essay Required: 1000 word essay – topic provided - must be sent by e-mail.
HARRY GEERLINKS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
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: Monday June 6th :
Value: 6 x $2,500
Criteria: This program recognizes Indigenous youth 18 and under for their creative writing talent. Creative writing pieces may include short stories, poems, essays, plays, songs, comic strips, etc.
Other Documentation: Creative writing piece plus a brief description about it.
Value: 3 x $5,000
Criteria: A nominee must have made a significant contribution towards eliminating racial prejudice or discrimination. Scholastic performance is not taken into consideration.
Essay Required: Detailed description of achievements.
Other Documentation: Letters of reference from at least two persons.
Nelson Civic Leadership Scholarship
Value: 3 x $5,000
Criteria: Awards are granted to students who have demonstrated academic success (minimum 80% in final year), personal strength, and determination in their commitment to civic engagement and leadership. Application must be made on-line.
Essay Required: 500-750 words detailing your civic leadership activities
Other Documentation: High school teacher reference letter
Value: Not specified
Criteria: Available to students who plan to enroll in a Canadian post-secondary institution and have been registered for three years, including the current year, with the OHF in any capacity (player, trainer, coach, etc.) Consideration for financial need.
Essay Required: Letter outlining contributions to hockey plus volunteer or community involvement (max. 500 words)
Other Documentation: Two letters of reference: 1) from current school; 2) from a hockey-related organization.
Value: 2 x $2,000
Criteria: Awarded to students entering the first year of a civil engineering program (university) or a civil technology/technician program (college).Essay Required: 500 words describing why you have chosen this career and what your goals are.
Other Documentation: Letters of reference from past employers, teachers or community leaders.
COMMUNITY FIRST scholarship
Value $2500.00 Deadline June 3rd
We are pleased to invite graduating seniors who are seeking to further their education to apply
for our COMMUNITY FIRST scholarship..
To be considered for this scholarship, a student must:
1. Be a high school senior in an MBC radio station service area.
2. Intend to pursue further studies in College, University or the Trades.
3. Complete the personal information section below.
4. Submit a 1-minute to 2-minute recording (your voice) sharing your thoughts on “What
Community means to you”.
5. The closing line of the recording should be “My name is (name). That’s what
Community means to me”
6. Audio and Application must be received by June 3rd at 7pm (est).
The Scholarship will be awarded based on the content of the audio portion of the application.
You can record your message on your phone recorder app, or as a video
JUNE
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.
2021 Nelson Scholarship Program .
Apply for one of our $10,000 scholarship opportunities. Recipients of the awards are young leaders of tomorrow, showcasing a commitment to community stewardship and academic achievement this year, we are once again offering two incredible opportunities for students, our Civic Leadership Scholarship and our Indigenous Student Scholarship .nelson.com/scholarship for more info.
The Kelman Scholarship supports an outstanding high school student who is planning to attend a post secondary institution and who’s interested in the protection of water quality. 2020 Scholarship applications are now open.
Scouts Canada Foundation
Value: 20 x $1,000
Criteria: Currently active and registered members will be selected based on: scouting history, involvement and achievement; leadership contributions to scouting; community leadership; scholastic achievements; and attitude and aptitude. Recipients are expected to continue involvement with Scouts Canada.
Essay Required: 200-word statement on the value of scouting in your Other Documentation: 2 letters of reference: one from scouting organization; one from outside organization (preferably from school)
Value $1000.00
Criteria Appliants must be enolled in a full-time college program, Univerisity program or an accredited automotive program. Priority will be given to those with letter (non-family member) pursuiing a career in the automotive aftermarket. Essay Required: At least 250 words-why you believe you deserve to be chosen to receive a scholarship. Other Documentation- One Recommendation.
Brian Maxwell Memorial Scholarship
Value: 6 awards (3 - male, 3-female) 1 x $8,000; 2 x $4,000; 3 x $2,000Criteria: Have competed in an OFSAA middle distance event of 800 meters or greater or OFSAA Cross Country event. Have attained an 80% + average in school. Attended Grades 10 and 11 in Canada.Essay Required: 500-word essay stating why you feel you qualify for the scholarship Other Documentation: Two letters of reference (coach, teacher or community member). Summary of OFSAA participation & any other major athletic achievement(s).
Value: $1,000
Criteria: Awarded to students who live in the Long Point Region watershed area, have demonstrated academic achievement and have participated or volunteered in conservation related organizations/activities. You must be pursuing studies in conservation, environmental studies, resource management and/or related fields.
Essay Required: Letter indicating why you wish to pursue an education in a conservation or resource management field. May wish to include a resume.
Workers Health and Safety Centre
Value: 6 x $1,200
Criteria: Full time students beginning their studies at any Ontario college or university (certificate, diploma or degree).Essay Required: Topic provided - Must do an essay (600-1,000 words) or a poster (maximum 18" x 24")
Value: 28 x $2,000Criteria: Awarded to sons/daughters of Unifor members in good standing. Grades as well as social justice values and knowledge of the labour movement are considered.Essay Required: Four short answer questions (topics provided)Other Documentation: Recommendation letter. Application must be signed by a Local Union Office
Summer
https://www.hurontractor.com/dealer-info/scholarship-program
Are you enrolling in a post-secondary agricultural program? Huron Tractor is awarding up to 3 SCHOLARSHIPS WORTH $1500 EACH! Visit HuronTractor.com for full details
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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.
Hensall Co-Op Bright Futures Scholarship
Value 3 @ $2,500 Due August 1, 2024
The purpose of the Hensall Co-op Bright Futures Scholarship is to provide post-secondary scholarships to students who have shown a career interest in agriculture or a field or trade that will advance rural communities and economies. Three scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded to students who are children or grandchildren of individuals who were:
- A member of Hensall Co-op as of March 1, 2024
- An employee of Hensall Co-op as of March 1, 2024
- Individuals who had a controlling interest in an entity that was a member as of March 1, 2024.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be accepted and have the intention of being, or already are, full-time students attending an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada (College or University).
- Applicants must be majoring in agriculture or in a field or trade that will advance rural communities and economies.
- Applicants must be children or grandchildren of an individual who was a member of Hensall Co-op as of March 1, 2024, was/is an employee of Hensall Co-op as of March 1,2024, or who had a controlling interest in an entity that was a member as of March 1,2024.
- Proof of acceptance or current attendance to an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada.
- Send completed Application to Hensal Co-Op to [email protected]
- Bright Futures Scholarship Application Form 2024