• Register to various Scholarship Websites

  • • Set up accounts and notifications on all searchable scholarship websites (many of these websites can be found in the section "Other Scholarship Links")

• Some companies/insurance groups/union groups offer scholarships to the children of their employees.

  • • Ask your parents and grandparents to check out the Human Resources department at their place of employment

    • Ask your parents about their insurance company and check out their website

    • Ask your parents and grandparents the name of their union (if they are in one) and check out their website

    • If you have a part-time job, ask or check out the website

• Take note of the due date and time. My mindful of any stated submission time.

• Read each scholarships requirements and ensure your application highlights how you meet each of the requirements

  • • Ensure you are following the instructions (read carefully!)

      • • Check word counts, due dates, signatures needed

• Develop a cover letter and resume 

  • • Adapt these to each specific scholarship application

• Keep track of community service hours

  • • Ensure you know the name of the organization, address, phone number or email

    • Be able to link your tasks at each organization to the specific scholarship

• Some scholarships require an essay

  • • Review past English assignments to ensure you have proper essay formatting

    • Ask someone to review the essay to ensure proper grammar, spelling, etc

    • Be yourself and be honest! Don't just list your accomplishments, explain them and demonstrate why you are more qualifying and deserving

• Keep a list of information that may be useful

  • • list of honors, awards or contests that you have won

    • extracurricular activities

    • community involvement (not just what you used for community service hours)

    • leadership experience

      • • instructor's assistance

        • camp counsellor

        • Extra-curricular activities where you have held a position of responsibility

    • employment experience

    • international travel

• Contact references early

  • • Ensure the references know the intent of the scholarship (ie is it for community involvement, being a strong student, financial need, etc)

    • Share the due date of the scholarship and ask that the letter be ready a few days before this date

    • Provide the references with a list of your achievements 

    • Share where to send the completed reference

      • • Provide a stamped, addressed envelope if the person is required to send  the letter/information by Canada Post

    • Consider writing a thank you letter so they know their time was appreciated and will be more willing to write you another reference

• Triple-check your application package to ensuer all documents are included and in the right order

• Apply early and definitely ensure you are meeting deadlines

• APPLY - you can't win if you don't apply!

• June 1st - Zicklin Contracting Restoration Awareness Scholarship (Requires a video, essay or infographic)

• June 1st - OTIP Bursary Program The Ontario Teachers' Insurance Plan offers bursaries to the children of its members.

• June 1st - Ontario Knights of Columbus Scholarship Available for members of the Knights of Columbus and family members.

• June 1st - Petro-Canada Award for Indigenous Students Applicants must be Indigenous

• June 1st -  William T Sanders Lodd – Memorial Education Fund (Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association - OPFFA) Available to the son or daughter of an OPFFA member who died in the line of duty. 

• June 1st 4-H Scholarships Applicants must be current 4-H members in good standing.

• June 2nd - Anna Pyles Memorial Scholarship Available to students who have been actively involved in OSAID (Ontario Students Against Impaired Driving)

• June 2nd - The Marion Dewar Scholarship Fund - The Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization (OCISO) offers scholarships for graduating immigrant or refugee students who demonstrate financial need planning to pursue a post-secondary education in the National Capital Region. 

• June 5th - Fraser Institute Student Essay Contest Essay contest - What would the Essential Scholars say about Canadian economic prosperity today?”

• June 5th - Emmy Duff Scholarship Open to students who have undergone treatment for cancer;  will attend a Canadian university or college during the coming academic year;  have demonstrated an ongoing volunteer commitment to causes important to them

• June 6th - Healthy Democracy Student Leadership Award Available to students with leadership skills 

• June 9th - Brian Maxwell Scholarship For Student Athletes

• June 9th - Crohn’s and Colitis Canada’s AbbVie IBD Scholarship Program  Applicant must be diagnosed with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis by a health care professional

• June 9th - Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Scholarship Essay required

• June 9th - For the Love of Curling Scholarship Criteria: curling achievements, development, contributions; community volunteerism & leadership; passion for the sport of curling; academic achievement

• June 10th - Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Essay required: Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals

• June 11th - Valour Canada history and Heritage Scholarship (requires essay + video)

• June 13th - CLAC (Christian Labour Association of Canada) Scholarships Open to CLAC members and family. Essay required. 

• June 13th - CWB Foundation Joseph G Doria Exemplary Student Award Available to students entering a welding technician or welding engineering technology program

• June 13th - Future of Play Scholarship Applicants must be entering an Animation and Digital Media, Computer Science, Film and Media Arts, Graphic Design, or Video Game Design program

• June 13th - Opterus Rebel with a Cause Awards Opterus is providing two scholarship awards for young women, between the ages of 18-26 and enrolled/will enrol at a Canadian post-secondary institution, who are pursuing a STEM or Arts educational path.  

• June 15th - Hospitality SHSM (for a student in our hospitality SHSM program who is entering a hospitality or tourism program at post-secondary)

• June 15th - Canadian Junior Angus Scholarships (Must be a member of the Canadian Junior Angus association)

• June 15th - The University of the Aftermarket Foundation Scholarship Program Available to students pursuing a career in the automotive aftermarket

• June 15th - Sobeys Scholarship Program Available to students who have worked at Sobeys for a minimum of 6 months. 

• June 15th - Franco-Nevada Diversity Scholarship Open to students who identify as being a diverse person (i.e. woman, Indigenous person, member of a visible minority, LGBTQ+, and/or person with a disability) who are enrolled in a degree course in disciplines related to the mining industry. 

• June 16th - The Aristotle: a high school philosophy essay contest (University of Toronto, Ontario Philosophy Teachers' Association) Anyone enrolled in a Canadian high school at or below the grade 12 level may participate. Essays judged according to: quality, depth, originality of thought, organization of ideas, clarity of expression

• June 19th - BigSun Athletic Scholarship Available for athletes, regardless of the level of sport participation. Essay required.

• June 24th - UCBeyond Scholarship Program  (UCB Canada Inc) Applicants must be diagnosed with a chronic inflammatory disease by a physician; demonstrate academic ambition & embracing a way of life that goes above & beyond boundaries of living with an inflammatory disease

• June 25th - International Breakthrough Junior Challenge (Breakthrough Prize Foundation) Students aged 13 to 18 are invited to create & submit original two-minute videos that bring to life a concept or theory in life sciences, physics, mathematics

• June 27th - Metal Supermarkets Will Award Open to students accepted to and attending a post-secondary trade school program  

• June 28th - ScholarTree Giveaway Scholarship (Survey to be entered into a giveaway)

• June 30th - GoTranscript Academic Scholarship (requires an essay)

• June 30th - LA Tutors Monthly Innovation in Education Scholarship - must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others. 

• June 30th - Canada Company Scholarship - for children of military parents who have died while serving

• June 30th - MAE Indigenous Education Fund - For self-identifying Indigenous students studying full-time in a STEM field at any post-secondary school in Canada.

• June 30th - Shim Law Scholarship For students entering any program. Essay on a law topic required. 

• June 30th - FWIO (Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario) Provincial Scholarship - Awarded based on academic achievement. Essay and reference letters required.

• June 30th - Heritage Club Scholarship Program Applicants must be children/grand-children of active members of the Heritage Club; with an average of 75%  in their final year of secondary school.  Criteria: scholastic ability, character & leadership qualities at school & in the community

• June 30th - Charles Labatiuk Scholarship Any student entering or continuing their studies at an accredited college or university in Canada in the interdisciplinary study of natural environmental systems may apply. Students enrolled in studies focusing on ecosystems, how they operate, and their symbiotic relationship with people are encouraged to apply.

• June 30th - Canadian Airborne Forces Association Scholarship Programme (CAFA and ARAC) Applicant must have a CAFA or ARAC affiliation; have been accepted at a post-secondary institution; have demonstrated academic aptitude

• June 30th - CU Succeed Youth Bursary Program (Ontario Credit Union Foundation - OCUF) Applicant (or their parent) must belong to an OCUF credit union; grades of 65% or higher; pursuing a college diploma, undergraduate degree, or red seal; demonstrate community involvement; demonstrate financial need

• June 30th - Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers (COYF) Memorial Scholarship Open to any individual in Canada who is pursuing post secondary education leading to a diploma or degree in agriculture. Essay required

• June 30th - Hugh Pomeroy Scholarship Fund (Fondation Ski Canada Foundation) Open to members of National Ski Programs,  in any member discipline of the Canadian Snowsports Association. Applicant has been a member of the “National Team” for at least one year; wishes to further their education, would be unable do so without assistance from this Scholarship Fund 

• June 30th - Russell Alexander Law Scholarship  Students must have an average of 80% or higher and an interest in studying and joining the legal industry. 

• June 30th - Ben Sandison Memorial Scholarship Three scholarships available - one for students pursuing a program in English or Writing, one for students accepted to a fitness or related program and one for students pursuing music or a related program

• June 30th - Women Empowerment Foundation Scholarship Female students who have shown a commitment to academics, community service and participation in extracurricular activities. Resume, essay and references required.

• June 3oth - Black Girl Hockey Club Scholarship Program Applicants must be registered on a competitive hockey team

• June 30th - HerbaLand Naturals Scholarship Applicants should have the passion and persistence to live a sustainable lifestyle. 

• June 30th - The Canadian Beef Check-Off Agency Scholarship The Canadian Beef Check-Off Agency established a scholarship to encourage and support students pursuing post-secondary studies in the field of agriculture, agricultural research, or with an agricultural background pursuing studies in marketing. 

• June 30th - Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation Scholarships Applicants need to be registered in an approved program related to horticulture.

• June 30th - Four Directions Scholarship (Ontario Native Education Counselling Association - ONECA) Applicants must be students of aboriginal ancestry graduating from an ON high school; proceeding to post-secondary education; 75% average in graduating year;  involved in community &/or school; demonstrate leadership qualities, dedication, good attendance

• June 30th - International Progressive Automations Scholarship Program Applicants must be enrolled for the coming academic year in an engineering program in Canada or the US. Essay and project idea required

• July 1st - Petro-Canada Award for Indigenous Students

• July 1st - AGMA Foundation Scholarship Available to students interested in a career in the gear industry and/or power transmission. 

• July 1st - Blitz Sales Software Scholarship Essay required

• July 1st - Double A Solutions Scholarship. Essay required

• July 1st - Janitorial Manager Scholarship. Essay required

• July 1st - Ontario Nurses Association (ONA) and Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions (CFNU) Scholarships Applicant must be an immediate family member of an ONA member or  a 1st time nursing student enrolled in a nursing education program in Ontario. Essay required

• July 1st AGMA Scholarship For students interested in a career in the gear industry or power transmission related to gear industry.  Criteria:  GPA;  internship, co-op, work experience; community, volunteer, extracurricular activities; leadership skills; financial need

• July 9th -  Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest Contest to design a Prom outfit using duck-brand tape

• July 15th - Destined for Greatness Scholarship Available to any visible minority with grades between 70 to 100%

• July 15th - David Sidoo Scholarship Applicants should demonstrate a clear passion for entrepreneurship and have a vision for their future business endeavors. Essay required

• July 15th - National Union of Public and General Employees Scholarship  The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) offers a number of scholarships for children or grandchildren of a current or retired member who are entering the first year of their post-secondary education. 

• July 17th - Support our Troops Scholarship Applicant must be a dependent of a member of the Canadian Armed Forces; enrolled in a Canadian college or university. Criteria: character; volunteer service; academic commitment

• July 31st - Disability Credit Canada INC. Scholarship (For students with any disability or medical condition who are studying in health care, criminal justice or community and social services) 

• July 31st - Algonquin College Tuition Contest (for students attending Algonquin)

• July 31st - Wize Canadian High School Scholarship Available to all

• July 31st - Black Foundation of Community Networks (BFCN) Scholarship  Open to Black students with financial need. Must show leadership and community involvement.

• July 31st - Black Foundation of Community Networks (BFCN) Aim 2 Achieve Awards Application Open to Black students who are celebrating achievement after facing adversity. 

• August (no exact date has been given yet) - Dream Big Scholarships (Union of Canadian Transportation Employees) Open to children or grandchildren of UCTE members. Essay required 

• Aug 1st - Driver's Education Requires an essay on being a safe driver

• Aug 1st - Indspire Available to Indigenous students

• Aug 1st - Dennis McGann Bursary (Columbia Institute)  Requires demonstrated financial need. Must be enrolling in a communications program.

• Aug 1st - Tamara Gordon Foundation Scholarship Applicants must have a permanent physical disability;a  strong academic record & need for financial assistance

• Aug 1st - Skills Ontario Scholarship Applicants must have attended and received a medal at this year’s Skills Ontario Competition.

• Aug 1st Bill 7 Scholarship Open to students who identify as 2 Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Queer (2SLGBTQI+), Reference letter and personal statement needed. 

• Aug 9th - Confident Writers Scholarship Essay Contest Requires essay

• Aug 15th - The RCR (Royal Canadian Regiment) Association Bursary Program Applicant must be able to prove a relationship with a member of the Regimental Family or as a membership of an affiliated cadet corps

• Aug 16th - Ontario Provincial Police (OPPA) Credit Union Educational Scholarship Award Applicants must be dependent children of OPPA Credit Union members entering 1st year of post-secondary education.  Scholarship awarded by random draw

• Aug 19th - International BeeStudent Scholarship Essay Writing Contest Essay writing contest

• Aug 29th - Castagra Roofing Scholarship  Open to students ursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs in roofing or a similar field. Similar field must be applicable to the building industry (construction, waterproofing, etc)

• Aug 31st - Chad Bradley Scholarship Award Available to women pursuing careers in the field of occupational health and safety.

• Aug 31st - Haywood Hung Scholarship Essay required on “Artificial Intelligence Can Perpetuate Online Fraud and the Best Ways to Combat This Growing Threat”.

• Aug 31st - CMEA (Canadian Military Engineer Association) Bursary Program Applicant must be a dependent of a CMEA member; preparing to attend a post-secondary educational institution. Criteria: scholastic & all-around achievement; financial need

OUAC - Ontario Universities has a searchable website where students can search by University

Scholarships Canada - This website gives a comprehensive listing of scholarships offered across the nation. Users are able to create a profile and be matched to appropriate scholarships.

Ontario School Counsellors Association  - Has scholarships plus links for financial aid

Universities Canada - This website manages government programs and scholarships offered by private sector companies

YCONIC - Students register and create a profile to be matched with scholarships

Government of Canada - Links to Scholarships - Has links to merit-based scholarships

Schoolfinder Scholarships - Students can search scholarships by the postsecondary institute they plan on attending

Scholar Tree - Students register to be matched to appropriate scholarships

Education Foundation of Ottawa -  The Education Foundation of Ottawa’s Active Living and Opportunity fund has many awards and bursaries that they administer on behalf of various families and individuals. 

Canadian Hospitality Foundation - For students wishing to pursue a career in the hospitality, food service and tourism industry. Applications are available through each post-secondary institute's awards offices

Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation - The OJCF offers several scholarship opportunities for both Jewish and non-Jewish graduating students.

RBC Royal Scholarships - RBC Royal Bank is offers several scholarships to students who will be attending college or university in the fall.  

TELUS Student Bursary provides financial assistance to young people across the country who are experiencing financial need and who are committed to giving back in their local communities through a social impact initiative.

EDC Student Scholarships awards up to 20 scholarships a year to students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Canadian Hero Fund Children's Scholarship Applicants must be sons or daughters of Canadian Forces members, fallen in the service of Canada, pursing their 1st degree, diploma, or trade school certification

Algonquin College Scholarships and Financial Aid  - For students attending Algonquin

Carleton University Scholarships and Bursaries -  For students attending Carleton

University of Ottawa financial aid - For students attending U of O

Queen's University - For students attending Queen's

OSAP - Ontario Student Assistance Program 

The Ontario Student Assistance Program is a financial program that can help pay for college or university. OSAP offers funding through grants and loans. 

• Grants are money that you do NOT have to pay back 

• A loan will need to be repaid once you are finished your program. 

• When you apply for OSAP it automatically considers you for both grants and loans.

• Some Info:

  • • Federal Grants exist for low and middle income families

    • Grants exist for students with permanent disabilities

    • Students can choose to receive a grant portion only

    • There is a link to OSAP via OCAS and OUAC

    • Applications are about 15 minutes to complete but you must have access to your parent's income taxes

    • There is an OSAP information module that you must complete before making the application (it takes about 15 minutes as well)

    • OSAP funds will be redirected to institutions to pay educational costs

    • Students can use the OSAP Aid Estimator to get an estimate of the grant or loan they could expect to receive

• OSAP - Eligibility Requirements

  • • Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person

    • Ontario residency requirements:

      • Have always lived in Ontario, or

      • Have lived 12 consecutive months in Ontario without studying full-time at the postsecondary level

• Enroll in an OSAP-approved program

• Take at least 60% of a full-course load or 40% for a student with a permanent disability.

• Maintain satisfactory academic progress

• Pass a credit check

• Sept 1st - George F. Jones Scholarship (Canadian Rugby Foundation)  (Must be involved in rugby)

• Sept 15th - UFCW union Scholarships  Available to students with a parent who is a member of UFCW Canada

• Sept 15th - AIA High Fives for Kids Scholarship Must be a child of a full time employee in an active AIA (Automotive Industries Association Canada) company in good standing. (Current year’s membership dues must be paid)

• Sept 15th (2025) - Go Skills Scholarship  Available to any female student who wants to start her own business.

• Sept 15th (2025) - Ethel Boyce Achievement Award Applicants must be registered with a provincial softball association. 

• Oct 8th (2025) AES Engineering Scholarship - Essay required - When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey? 

• Oct 14th Loran Scholarship -  This scholarship no longer requires school sponsorship so students may apply directly through their website. Be sure to begin your application early and speak to your possible references well ahead of the deadline. 

• Oct 15th (2025) Pretty Photoshop Actions Scholarship Essay required

• Oct 27th - JCCF Photography Scholarship (Photography, digital art of mixed media)

• Oct 27th - The Brandon Langhjelm Essay Contest (Essay contest)

• Oct 31st - Eaton Indigenous Clean Energy Scholarship (For Indigenous students striving for a career doing electrical work)

• November 1st - CSEG (Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists) Scholarship Applicants must be pursuing a course of studies directed toward a career in geophysics attending a Canadian university or technical institute.

• November 13th - TD Scholarships for Community Leaders (Students who have shown a commitment to making a positive difference in the community)

• November 15th - Soroptimist Live Your Dream Awards (for women who provide the primary financial support for their families)

• November 15th - Kidney Foundation Scholarship (For current volunteers or staff members of the Kidney Foundation with a successful track record and the proven ability to actively engage others in the Foundation’s work)

• November 15th - Odenza Scholarship (For students with a 75% or higher)

• November 15th - Student Achievement Awards - OSSTF/FEESO (Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation) (For student writers and artists to submit creative work exploring this year’s theme: Is Anyone Out There?)

• November 22nd - Lorne and Margaret Trudeau Education Award (For students attending university in engineering, natural sciences, or nursing)

• November 25th - Nutrien Indigenous Youth Financial Management Awards (AFAO Canada) (open to Indigenous students pursuing post-secondary education in finance, management, commerce, accounting or related fields)

• November 30th - Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship for Aspiring Women in Aviation (Air Canada and CAE) (This scholarship targets young women in pursuit of careers as Commercial Pilots or Aircraft Maintenance Engineers)

• November 30th - Arthur Paulin Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship Award (AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation) (For students who wish to further their education in the automotive field)

• November 30th - Smooth Movers Scholarship (Students must write a 900 word essay with their thoughts on what the future of housing will look like)

• Dec 1st - Terry Fox Scholarship (Dedicated to honoring and advancing the humanitarian legacy of  Terry Fox – one of Canada’s most recognized heroes – by encouraging Canadian youth to emulate Terry’s courage and determination through volunteer work and humanitarian services)

• Dec 2nd  - Western National Scholarship Application opens (for students attending Western who want to be considered for their national scholarship as it requires a school nomination)

• Dec 2 - Schulich Leader Scholarship  LDHSS Nomination form for this opens. (STEM scholarship)

• Dec 3rd - Launch Scholarship closes (Non-binary or women going into a STEM field)

• Dec 5th - ORBA College Civil Engineering Scholarship (for students entering their first year of a program in Civil Technology at an Ontario College)

• Dec 5th -   ORBA University Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship   (for students entering their first year of a program in Civil Technology at an Ontario University)

• Dec 15th - North American Van Lines Logistics Scholarship Competition (for students doing an undergraduate degree in logistics or equivalent field. Essay required) 

• Dec 15th - Allied Van Lines Scholarship (for students doing an undergraduate degree in logistics or equivalent field. Essay required) 

• Dec 16th - Burger King Scholarship (takes into consideration grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities, community service, and financial need)

• Dec 18th - RBC Future Launch Scholarship

• Dec 20th - National Essay Contest (French for the Future) (French essay required - can be in the FSL or FFL category)

• Dec 20th - Jettly Scholarship (Essay on “Mobile Apps that make people more productive” required

• Dec 27th - Ayn Rand Essay Contest (Ayn Rand Institute) (Students engage with Rand’s ideas through reflection on her novels) 

• Dec 31st - Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation Scholarships (For females who are pursuing a career in automotive, mobility & related industries)

• Dec 31st - Walsh / Di Tolla / Spivak Scholarship  (Applicant must be the son or daughter of a member of IATSE [Int'l Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists & Allied Crafts];who has applied, or is about to apply to college or university, for a program that will lead to a Bachelor's degree. Criteria: marks; extracurricular activities 

• Dec 31st - The Heer Law Entrepreneurship Scholarship (Students must submit a business plan for their current or prospective business which includes a section outlining intellectual property strategy) 

• Dec 31st - Loans Canada Scholarship (need to show how financial literacy has made a difference in your life)

• Dec 31st - Storwell Foster Children Bursary Program (Must have been a foster child)

• Dec 31st - Jungle Scout's Scholarship  (Applicants will be required to submit a three-minute video of themselves describing their plan or idea for bringing innovation to ecommerce)

• Jan 5th - Canadian Angus Foundation Legacy Scholarship (Must be a member of the Canadian Junior Angus program)

• Jan 6th - Dalton Camp Award (Essay contest on the link between media and democracy)

• Jan 13th - Schulich Leader Nomination Form closes

• Jan 14th - Canerector Foundation Scholarship in the Skilled Trades - Algonquin college offers  the Canerector Foundation Scholarship in the Skilled Trades to students entering level 1 programs in manufacturing, transportation and construction. 

• Jan 14th - SHINE Music Bursary (Music and financial need)

• Jan 15 - Western National Scholarship Application due (for students attending Western who want to be considered for their national scholarship as it requires a school nomination)

• Jan 16th - DEWALT Trades Scholarship (Planning on majoring in a trade construction, industrial, motor/power sector, mechanics, or technology degree/certificate)

• Jan 17th - Homer Scholarship (Open to dependents of Home Depot employees)

• Jan 17th - John E. Betts "Beat Yesterday" Scholarship (Open to employees or dependents of employees of McDonald’s)

• Jan 24th - Children's Aid Foundation Scholarship (Open to students who are or had been in permanent care of child protection services for at least 12 months)

• Jan 29 - LDHSS submits our nomination for the Schulich Leader scholarship application The selected student has until Feb 19th to finalize their submission (for students entering a STEM program at an eligible university)

• Jan 31st - Energy Rates Scholarship (requires a short essay on energy in the future)

• Jan 31st - Don Bossi Leadership and Innovation Scholarship   Open to anyone who was a participant in a FIRST Robotics Competition or a FIRST Tech Challenge team in Canada.

• Jan 31st - Canadian Women in Stem Open to women who participated in a FIRST competition

• Jan 31st - PPAO Scholarship (open to children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren of PPAO members (Police Pensioners Association of Ontario)

• Jan 31st - Dick Martin CCOHS Scholarship - Must be entering an occupational health and safety (OHS) related course or program. Programs include mine safety, occupational or industrial health and safety, industrial hygiene, safety management or other related safety programs.

• Jan 31st - Harold Van Dyke Bursary - must be enrolled in a college or university program related to arboriculture, forestry or horticulture. 

• Feb 1st - Kin Canada Bursary   (Will be evaluated on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada and financial need)

• Feb 1st - W. H. “Howie” McClennan Scholarship (Applicants must be children of IAFF - International Association of Fire Fighters- members killed in the line of duty who are planning to attend a post-secondary institution.  Criteria: financial need, aptitude promise, academic achievement)

• Feb 1st - Building Brighter Futures (Applicants must identify as Indigenous)

• Feb 1st - International SME (Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration) Education Foundation Scholarships (Applicant must be on a path toward a degree in manufacturing engineering, technology, or closely related field)

• Feb 1st - Union of Safety and Justice Employees Scholarships (Must be a child of a union member. Essay required)

• Feb 1st - Kay Sansom Scholarships (Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities)   (The Award must be used to pursue a full-time, specific educational goal in a recognized program associated with a professional discipline related to developmental disabilities)

• Feb 3rd - Children's Aid Foundation Scholarship (Have been or will be in either temporary or permanent care of the Ministry or Department responsible for child protection services for at least 12 months)

• Feb 5th - RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Indigenous Youth (Applicant must identify as Indigenous & be entering post-secondary studies. Criteria: engagement in community, financial need, and likelihood of success in future studies and goals)

• Feb 9th - Boxfish Infrastructure Group Scholarship (for women in engineering who are interested in transportation and infrastructure)

• Feb 9th - RE/MAX Quest for Excellence Scholarship (Essay required)

• Feb 9th - Amazon First Novel Award (Short Story contest)

• Feb 10th - Jay Nijholt Scholarship (Must have a soccer connection)

• Feb 14th - Western (LDHSS Nominations must complete the scholarship application by this date)

• Feb 15 - First Canada Indigenous Scholarship (Applicants must be First Nation, Inuit, Métis high school students from Indigenous communities; participate in a FIRST Robotics Competition, FIRST Tech Challenge or FIRST LEGO League team in Canada; be dedicated role models in FIRST)

• Feb 18 - Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) Bursary Program (Active players in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association for a minimum of five years; confirmed to attend a post-secondary institution in Ontario during the upcoming school year; high standard of academic excellence; active in local community programs

• Feb 19th - Schulich Leader Scholarship (Nominees of LDHSS must complete the scholarship application by this date)

• Feb 28th - Ottawa-Carleton Association for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (OCAPDD): Silver Spring Farm Scholarship Award (Applicants must be pursuing a degree/diploma in the field of social sciences or human services. Applicants to provide info on volunteer experience & academic performance, personal commentary with respect to the reason for their career selection)

• Feb 28th - Millie Brother Scholarship (awarded to hearing children of deaf adults. Essay required)

• Feb 28th - Optimist International Essay Contest (Interested students must contact their local Optimist Club. They need to submit an essay on the pre-assigned topic)

• Ongoing - Tim Horton Scholarships (Must be employed at a Tim Horton’s restaurant)

• March 1 - Carleton Capital Scholarship (Students must be admitted to Carleton, demonstrate participation in extracurricular activities and a strong academic background with a minimum admission average of 90% A letter of reference is also required)

• March 1 - International Boilermaker Scholarships Available to high school seniors who are dependents of Boilermaker members. Criteria: academic achievement, extra-curricular & outside school activities, career goals. Essay required)

• March 1 - Allan Simpson Educational Fund Awards (The Grand Lodge of Ontario) (For young people who are full orphans  both parents deceased)

• March 1 - Carleton University Prestige Scholarships (Attending Carleton with over a 90% average; reference letter required)

• March 1 - Lionel High School Chemistry Scholarship (Chemical  Institute of Canada) (Plan to enroll in BSc program (chemistry, biochemistry or chemical engineering) at Canadian university/college; demonstrate need for financial assistance)

• March 1 - Tall Clubs International Foundation Scholarship - Available to students who are at least 5'10 (for females) or 6'2 (for males) in height. Essay and personal recommendations required.

• March 1 - The Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) Scholarship - Available to students entering a program in geosciences

• March 1 - Lionel Chemistry Scholarship  Open to high-achieving high school students who show an interest to study chemistry, biochemistry or chemical engineering at a postsecondary institution, but who would not be able to attend without significant financial assistance.  Selection is based on achievement in school, interest in chemical-related studies, and financial need. 

• March 3 - Diabetes Hope Foundation (for students who have received care for type 1 diabetes)

• March 3 - Information Security Undergraduate Scholarship Must be pursuing, or plan to pursue, a degree with a focus on cybersecurity, information assurance or similar field (essay and personal recommendation letter required)

• March 4th - ICON x KPMG High School Scholarship and Internship Program (Scholarships for outstanding Black Grade 12 students attending publicly-funded Canadian high schools. Criteria: community or school leadership experience)  

• March 6th - Full Potential Scholarship - Available to students with a documented Learning Disability.  Essay and recommendations required.

• March 7th - Stantec/SENS Community Foundation S.T.E.M Award - (For students looking to pursue STEM careers; in historically underrepresented groups such as racialized individuals, Indigenous peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, women, and persons with disabilities. Students are asked to provide an OCDSB staff member as one of their references) 

• March 7th - Stantec/Sens Community Foundation STEM Award (Students must be studying in the field of STEM [Science, technology, engineering or math] at either the College or University level. This scholarship is meant for historically underrepresented groups such as racialized individuals, Indigenous peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, women, and persons with disabilities)

• March 7th - DOT & Company Scholarship (For students who identify as female)

• March 7th - NSHSS Innovation in Technology Scholarship (For students with a passion for tech - essay required)

• March 7th - Google form for the Schulich Builder Scholarship opens (For students interested in the skilled trades. LDHSS can nominate up to 5 students - fill out this easy google form to be considered)

• March 9th - Remax Quest for Excellence Scholarship Program (Recognizes students for their ongoing community contributions and pursuit of leadership. Essay required)  

• March 10th - International Connex Foundation Scholarship opportunities (For students pursuing a career in skilled trades, construction, facility management. Criteria: cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher; active involvement in extra-curricular activities, community service, or work experience)

• March 14th - NSHSS STEAM Scholarship (Arts or STEM. Essay required + educator recommendation letter)

• March 14th - COPA Neil J Armstrong Scholarship (Canadian Owners and Pilots Association - COPA)  (Scholarship for a student pilot in an ab-initio flight training program.

• March 15th - Orvil L. Davie Memorial Fund (Students pursuing a career in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigerating industry [HVACR])

• March 15th -FIRST Robotics Canada & Build a Dream Skilled Trade Scholarship Must have participated in a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) or FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) team in Ontario; enrolled in a skilled trades program at an accredited college or confirm an apprenticeship start date no later than the fall semester of 2025; Demonstrate a strong commitment to being a positive role model in STEM (science, technology & trades, engineering, and math).

• March 15th - St. John Ambulance Bursary and Scholarship Awards (Available to students who volunteer with St John Ambulance, who demonstrate academic achievement, financial need, leadership qualities, commitment to high standards in their chosen field of study.  Contact local branch for more information and application form)

• March 15th - Canadian Nurses Foundation Available to nursing students 

• March 15th - Pay it Forward Scholarship The recipient of the scholarship would be expected to have done something to “pay it forward” in their life.  “Pay it forward” doesn't have to be a grand gesture; even the smallest act can create a ripple effect that spreads positivity. 

• March 15th - Threads of Life Scholarship Available to anyone who has been affected by a workplace tragedy: a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or occupational disease

• March 15th - Human Resource Scholarship For students entering a HR related program. References and essay required. 

• March 15th - Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award Available to female-identifying students  women who have shown a commitment to the volunteer sector and a dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. 

• March 15th - Jean M. Coon Humanitarian Award Available to students who perform outstanding community service

• March 15th - Go Skills Scholarship Available to females who want to start their own business

• March 24th - Ukrainian Credit Union Scholarships A variety of scholarships available to students who are a member of UKU (Ukrainian Credit Union)

• March 25th - Isabel Kerr and Barb Ishibashi Scholarships Applicants must be active, well-rounded members of Girl Guides of Canada-Guides du Canada in Ontario or Nunavut. The recipient is expected to continue their involvement with Guiding in some manner.

• March 25th - Telesat Scholarship Program For female identifying students who are entering a STEM program

• March 25th - National Guiding Scholarship For students who are members of Girl Guides.

• March 28th - Eichenholz-SPIE Photonics Technician Scholarship (For students planning to enroll in a laser, optics, or photonics technician associate or certificate program)

• March 28th - Retail Council of Canada (The Canadian Retail Institute offers scholarships to students who are pursuing a retail or business-related program, and are working at least part-time in retail)  

• March 28th - Toronto Regional Real Estate Board Applicants must do well academically and show an interest in a field related to the real estate industry.

• March 30th - Lilett Rhoden Memorial Scholarship Available to students entering midwifery or nursing

• March 31st - Get me to Algonquin Scholarship Available to students entering Algonquin

• March 31st-  Driver Education Initiative Award  (must write an essay on the topic of being a safer driver)

• March 31st - Hockey for Hospice Scholarship - (Students must have participated in the Hockey For Hospice Tournament in the past as either a player, coach, official, or volunteer)

• March 31st - University of Ottawa Arcade Guindon Scholarship (Applicants must demonstrate language proficiency in both of Canada’s official languages; be admitted full-time for the upcoming academic year at the University of Ottawa; have an admission average of at least 75 %; promote francophonie through community and/or academic activities conducted by the candidate; and demonstrate an active life, through participation in activities such as community involvement, volunteer work, sports or cultural activities, etc.)

• March 31st - University of Ottawa Arnold Amber Admission Scholarship (Be admitted as a full-time student in an undergraduate program at the School of Political Studies of the University of Ottawa; demonstrate financial need, as determined by the Financial Aid and Awards Service of the University of Ottawa; and be in good academic standing)

• March 31st - David C. Onley Award for Leadership in Accessibility (Needs a school nomination. Please email your guidance counselor and be prepared to share a list of your accomplishments, especially in regards to leadership roles in eliminating racial discrimination. Please note that you also need two testimonial letters)

• March 31st International Kochhar & Co. Scholarship (Can be enrolled in any field of study but it does require an essay on accountants and their importance to an individual or company)

• March 31st - Desjardins Scholarship (Student must be a member of a Desjardins Caisse in QC or ON; be enrolled in vocational school, college or university; 30 years of age or younger. Criteria: community involvement; academic perseverance; financial need; involvement in music, art or athletic activities)

• March 31st - Jamie Hubley Memorial Scholarship for individuals with lived experience with a mental health issue who are pursuing post-secondary education, and/or for those training or studying at a post-secondary level in the field of mental health. 

• March 31st - Seymour Schulich JA Canada Scholarship Available to students who were a participant of JA Company Program (in-school or after-school) during the 2024-25 school year. Essay required

• March 31st - Manulife Life Lessons Scholarship Program  Available to students who have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian who had little or no life insurance coverage (essay required)

• March 31st - State of Kindness Scholarship Available to students who have a cumulative average of 75% for grade 11 and available grade 12 marks and Have faced financial adversity (references and essay required)

• March 31st - MAX Scholarship Fund Scholarships for students who identify as Muslim.

• March 31st - Kochhar & Co. Scholarship Essay required on what an Accountant does for a company or individual.

• March 31st - Muslim Awards for Excellence For students who have excelled in academics and have contributed to their school and/or community

• ongoing - Go Transcript Academic Scholarship Essay required

• ongoing - LA Tutors Scholarship Must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others. 

• Unsure of deadline - Growmark Scholarship - Applicant must be pursuing agriculture or business related degrees or certificates. Criteria: academics, school, community involvement

• Unsure of deadline - OCH Foundation Scholarship Applicant must be a registered household member living in Ottawa Community Housing (OCH); be registered in post-secondary studies (college, trade school or university); demonstrate financial need

• April 1st - BeARt Presets Academic Scholarship (Essay required)

• April 1st - Air Cadet League of Canada National Education Scholarships (Open to students who are current members of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, entering post-secondary education. )

• April 1st - RCSCEF Scholarship Open to students who have participated in the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet program for a minimum of 24 months.

• April 1st -  Gene Baker Memorial Scholarship  (Open to all AEA members - Aircraft Electronics Association, their children, grandchildren or dependents)

• April 1st - Pat Napolitano Memorial Scholarship for Aspiring Technicians (For students pursuing their Aviation Technician Certification)

• April 1st - Chuck Peacock Memorial Scholarship (For students pursuing an aviation management program)

• April 1st - A Variety of AEA Scholarships (For students pursuing an avionics or aircraft maintenance program)

• April 1st - The Lutz/Lutes Family Scholarship (For students who will be attending postsecondary in the Atlantic provinces. Requires an essay and personal recommendation letters).

• April 1st - Young Women in Public Affairs Open to female students who have an active commitment to volunteerism; have experience in local government, student government, or workplace leadership (paid or unpaid); have volunteer leadership achievements; have knowledge of Zonta International and its programs and support in Zonta International's mission of building a better world for women and girls.

• April 1st - Heavy Equipment Parts Express Scholarship Students applying to any program can apply. Essay required - "If you could have any job in the world, what would it be and why?"

• April 1st - W2RO (Waste To Resource Ontario) Applicants must be entering a program that will translate into work in the waste and recycling sector. Essay required.

• April 2nd - Giller Mantella Scholarship For students who identify as a Black, Indigenous or racialized student and are doing a degree or diploma in English Literature, Writing, or Creative Writing.

• April 3rd - David Muir Entrance Scholarship in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (For students pursuing Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with Carleton)

• April 3rd - Claes Nobel Future Female Leader Scholarship Available to students who identify as female and have a high average.

• April 4th - OSCA-ACOSO Anthony Di Lena Scholarship This scholarship can not be accessed directly by students as you must be nominated by the school. If you feel you fit the criteria of the scholarship, please email your guidance counselor with a few details of the hardship that you have had to overcome. Please note that it does require a personal statement.

• April 7th - Schulich Builder’s Scholarship Google Form (LDHSS can nominate up to 5 students for this Scholarship. Students must be entering the skilled trades)

• April 8th - ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarships Available to women who aspire to pursue a career in the cybersecurity industry

• April 8th - BMO Capital Markets Equity Through Education Scholarship For students with disabilities interested in a career in Financial Services with a focus on Capital Markets

• April 9th - G3 Grow Beyond Scholarship Requires a video describing your vision for the future of agriculture and how you plan to contribute Please Note: Although the deadline is April 9h, the portal will close once they have received 125 applications.

• April 11th - Investintech - CAJ Journalism Scholarship (open to all students with proven journalism skills and an interest in data journalism)

• April 11th - The Brandon Walli "Phones Down, Eyes Up" Memorial Scholarship For students who are focusing on Arts, Creative Arts, or Music in their post-secondary school studies. They are looking for students who also have community and volunteer experience.

• April 15th - OSSTF Family Bursaries  The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation is offering bursaries to children of OSSTF members.  College or university bound or apprenticeship students whose parents work in a public high school in Ontario may be eligible to apply.  

• April 15th - Pretty Lightroom Presets Scholarship (requires an essay on Lightroom in photography)

• April 15th -  Jackie Lajeunesse Scholarship (Must be a registered Ringette Ontario athlete and active in the sport for 3 of the last 4 years. Essay required + letters of reference + resume)

• April 15th - Barron Prize for Young Heros Available to students currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months

• April 15th -Devine Family Scholarship  Eligible students must be going to the University of Guelph. Available to students who are Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit and Métis); or a person with a disability; or a person of colour/racialized person entering any University of Guelph undergraduate degree program with a minimum 80% admission average. Preference will be given to students who are Black Canadians.

• April 15th - Ten Words or Less Scholarship Open to everyone, requires liking a myscholarships page on Facebook

• April 15th -  Lime Connect Pathways Scholarship  Applicants must have a visible or invisible disability

• April 16th - Canadian Bates Scholarship (BAC) Applicants must be the child or stepchild of a Canadian BAC member in good standing of a Canadian BAC Local

• April 17th - Lynch-Getty Global Student Award (Ottawa-Carleton Education Network) Available to students who have demonstrated leadership in local projects that involved cross-cultural initiatives & helped to effect a better understanding of other cultures; 75% average in most recently completed school year

• April 17th - Easter Seals Ontario Scholarships Applicants must have a permanent physical disability that impacts their mobility

• April 18th - Youth Education Awards (Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada) Applicant must be a survivor of a pediatric brain tumour diagnosed before age of 25.

• April 18th - The Goal Scholarship Available to athletes in financial need

• April 18th - Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA) Scholarship Applicant must be hard of hearing, deafened or oral deaf. 

• April 18th - Brain Tumour Foundation Scholarship For pediatric brain tumour survivors.

• April 25th - The Don McBain Memorial Award Applicants must self-identify as an Indigenous student and have financial need. Essay and recommendations required. 

• April 25th - Canadian Hearing Services National Scholarship Program Applicants must provide an audiogram documenting hearing loss of 50dB or greater. References and essay required. 

• April 25th - Canadian Scholarship Trust Foundation Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be the first generation in their family to attend post-secondary education

• April 30th - OFSAA Alumni Scholarship (Must be a student athlete)

• April 30th - Make Ur Mark Moore Freedom Scholarship (For students of Black/African-American Ethnicity)

• April 30th - Empower Kids Ontario (for students with disabilities who have received services through an Empowered Kids Ontario Member - CHEO is one of the members)

• April 30th - Wataynikaneyqp Power Bursary and Mentorship Program (For certain First Nations communities - for students  with an academic focus on or interest in: Environmental Management, Health and Safety, Finance, Human Resources, Business, Project Management, or Engineering)

• April 30th - Bursaries for postsecondary studies in French as a Second Language - for students whose first language is English and will be studying in French

• April 30th - International Foresters Financial Competitive Scholarship Program Available to eligible-insured Forester members, their children, or grandchildren under 24 Criteria: 50 hours of community service within two years of application deadline, 80% average. Essay may be required

• April 30th - Meridian’s Commitment to Communities Sean Jackson Scholarship have an 80% average; have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to their community, through volunteerism that demonstrates leadership, initiative, innovation.  Essay required

• April 30th - James Kreppner Memorial Scholarship The program is open to Canadians with inherited bleeding disorders: hemophilia (factor VIII or IX), von Willebrand disease, rare factor deficiencies, platelet function disorders; carriers, and those who contracted hepatitis C or HIV through a blood transfusion. Spouses and children of the people mentioned above may also apply.

• April 30th - Ed Bitz Scholarship (Softball Canada) Applicant must be an umpire member of a Provincial Association that is registered with Softball Canada;

• April 30th - Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation Students must be entering an agriculture-related program. Criteria includes leadership attributes and an essay

• April 30th - Ontario Provincial Police Youth Foundation (OPPYF) Bursary - Based on financial need as well as academic ability

• April 30th - Cara Brown Ringette Scholarship Available to students registered with a Ringette association in the current season. 

• April 30th - Joe Beirne Scholarship Program Available to students who are children or grandchildren of CWA members (Communications Workers of America)

• April 30th - The Pat Fletcher Foundation Scholarship Available to students with an interest and ability in golf. 

• April 30th - ETFO Scholarships(Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario): Some scholarships and bursaries are open only to ETFO members & their families. Others are open to non-ETFO members. Criteria vary by scholarship/bursary

• April 30th - Childhood Cancer Canada CIBC Survivor Scholarship program Available to students who were treated for childhood cancer and were diagnosed before their 18th birthday

• April 30th - Autism Ontario Scholarships Available to students on the Autism Spectrum or who have a sibling or parent on the spectrum

• April 30th - SMILE Bursary Available to low-income single mothers. 

• April 30th - Lift Parts Express Scholarship Essay required

• April 30th - Ada - Indigenous STEM Bursary Eligible students are First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples in Canada. Applicants can be full-time or part-time students attending any post-secondary STEM education program in Canada (this includes web development and coding boot camps)

• April 30th Lincoln M. Alexander Award (Needs a school nomination. Please email your guidance counselor with the subject line "Lincoln M Alexander Award" and be prepared to share a list of your accomplishments, especially in regards to leadership roles in eliminating racial discrimination. Please note that you also need two testimonial letters) 

• April 30th - York University Right the Future Scholarship Open to all first year students of York University

• April 30th - Voice Talent Online Scholarship Requires a blog article on one of three topics: “The Top Five Voice Overs”, “Why Human Voice Talent?”, or Video Translation: Modern Necessity”

• April 30th - IWSH World Plumbing Scholarship Open to all students. Essay required - “Why should the government and private sector come together to provide improved access to clean drinking water?

• April 30th - Young Gassers CPA Student Scholarship (International Association of Young Gassers) Applicant must be a family member of an employee of a CPA (Canadian Propane Association) member company 

• April 30th - RCMP Troop 17 Scholarship Essay required in which applicants must demonstrate who hey have made significant efforts in preventing bullying and harassment in their schools and/or communities and explain how they continue to promote anti-harassment and anti-bullying principles in their schools and/or communities

• April 30th - EDC Youth Education Program Export Development Canada (EDC) is a crown corporation that offers 20 $5000 scholarships each year to international business post-secondary students and 7 scholarships to students representing a diversity of backgrounds. 

• April 30th - CRH Canada Bridge Scholarship Program Applicant must be entering a program in Business, Computer Science, Electrician, Engineering, Health and Safety, Information Technology (IT), Mathematics, Mechanic, or Skill Trades and have an overall average of 70% or higher.

• April 30th - Bayer Crop Science Scholarship applicants must be entering a program in Agriculture, Culinary, Food Technology or Food and Nutrition. Essay required

• May 1st - Leavitt Machinery Scholarship Requires an essay

• May 1st - Odenza Vacations Scholarship Requires an essay on why you want to be in college/university

• May 1st - Hilarity for Charity (HFC) Humans of Dementia Scholarship This scholarship focuses on storytelling as a tool to drive awareness and inspire change about Alzheimer's disease. Requires a written profile of someone with Alzheimer's Disease.

• May 1st - Canadian Somali Scholarship Fund (CSSFUND) Applicants must be members of the Canadian Somali community with high academic achievement 

• May 2nd - Arctic Chiropractic Requires an essay on back problems

• May 2nd - The Ilana and Steven Rubin Education Scholarship Applicants must have marks of 60-79% for grades 11 & 12 combined 

• May 4th - KPMG Sparks Scholarship Selected scholarship recipients are passionate about making a meaningful difference in their communities. They understand that their actions affect those around them and choose to act in ways that provide tangible and long-lasting change.

• May 7th - Scotiabank Scholarships Scholarships are divided into 4 themes: diversity, financial wellness, future woman leaders and STEM

• May 11th - UFCW Scholarship Applicants must be children or dependents of active members. Criteria include: scholastic achievements, community involvement, an essay which shows an understanding of principles of labor movement

• May 12th - Lerners Diversity and Inclusion Bursary Applicants must be a member of Ontario's racialized community and be pursuing a career in the legal services industry

• May 14th - OMNI TV Scholarship Available to students pursuing a journalism-related field. 

• May 15th - Daughters Of Penelope The Canadian Order of AHEPA and the Daughters of Penelope offers a variety of scholarships to students of Greek descent.  

• May 15th - Canadian Angus Federation - DIck Turner Memorial Must be a member of the Canadian Junior Angus association

• May 15th - Senior Care Aging Matters  Essay on why Aging Matters to the applicant is required

• May 15th - Bayer Scholarship  Applicants need to be graduating high school students pursuing post-secondary education in agriculture or a food-related field of study. Essay required

• May 15th - Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa Scholarship Awards are available to current or past BGC Ottawa Club Members and volunteers (minimum duration of three months attendance), who are entering their first year of post-secondary studies 

• May 15th - Women in Nuclear (WIN) Scholarship For females who are interested in working in the nuclear industry. Resume and letters of reference needed

• May 15th - Lilian Forsyth Scholarship This scholarship is aimed at persons pursuing a career in church music or actively involved in music directly related to the worship of the Christian community. This will include organists, choir directors, composers, and other musicians. References required

• May 15th - AIS Marketing Scholarship Applicants must be entering a digital marketing program. Essay required.

• May 15th - The Hans Klinkenberg Memorial Scholarship The Hans Klinkenberg Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to students in the geomatics sciences at technical institutes and community colleges in Canada. 

• May 16th - Municipal Engineers Association Open to students entering into an engineering program at the university level 

• May 20th - Nancy Douglas Memorial Award For students who identify as female, going into education and with a interest in social justice  

• May 20th - Brower Youth Awards For environmental change leaders 

• May 21st RCAF Foundation Student Scholarship Program Open to students 25 or younger who are either entering or studying in a post-secondary institution in Canada. Designed to encourage students in STEM studies in college/university, who plan on future careers in the aviation or aerospace industry

• May 23rd - Reason One Mentorship and Scholarship Program Applicants must identify as Black, African Canadian or African-descent and be entering a digital-related program. Financial need is considered. 

• May 24th - The Nancy Douglas Memorial Award For female-identifying students with a preference given to students going into Education and interested in social justice

• May 26th - Amrit Arora Memorial Scholarship For females from India with a minimum average of 80% and continuing their education in a Business major.

• May 28th - CodeHS Scholarship Program Students must submit an original CodeHS program. 

• May 29th - Jays Care Scholarship Students must have at least a 75% average (This scholarship closes on this date OR when they have received 800 applications)

• May 30th - Pathfinder Scholarship For students entering a Business or Tourism program with grades higher than 75%

• May 30th -  Irene Adler Prize Applicant must be a woman entering a degree in journalism, creative writing, or literature at a recognized post-secondary institution 

• May 30th - Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians Applicants must be blind or partially sighted

• May 31st - The Louise Joanne Twerdy Leadership Bursey MADD Canada’s Bursary Program is open to Canadian citizens who have themselves been severely injured or who have had a parent (or legal guardian) or sibling killed or severely injured as a result of an impaired driving crash

• May 31st Luke Santi Memorial Award For high achieving students with a passion for physics. Requires 2 letters of recommendation

• May 31st Lincoln M. Alexander Award Needs a school nomination. Please email your guidance counselor and be prepared to share a list of your accomplishments, especially in regards to leadership roles in eliminating racial discrimination. Please note that you also need two testimonial letters

• May 31st - OPAF Scholarships and Bursaries (Ontario Parks Association Foundation) Applicants must be entering a multi-year program that has a focus on parks, horticulture, landscaping, conservation, or environmental resource management

• May 31st - Major Terence Whitty Memorial Bursary (Army Cadet League of Canada) Bursary created to assist an Army Cadet pursuing post-secondary education & in need of financial assistance. Applicant must be an active Army Cadet on June 30; enrolled in post-secondary studies 

• May 31st - Spinal Cord Injury Canada Scholarships Open to students with a spinal-cord injury

• May 31st - Laurier Auger Bursary (Union of National Employees) Available to members of the Union of National Employees, their spouses, dependent children.  Recipient must be entering 1st year of post-secondary education. Financial need and scholastic achievement considered. Essay required

• May 31st - James Bartleman Indigenous Youth Creative Writing Awards Applicants must submit a completely original creative writing piece (short story, poem, essay, play, song, comic strip); be 18 years old or younger; self-identify as an Indigenous person; attend a school in Ontario; be a resident of Ontario

• May 31st - Lupus Scholarship Applicants must have been diagnosed with lupus by a physician; enrolled in a Canadian university, college, trade school for the coming academic year; demonstrates  academic success, ambition 

• May 31st - Peters Innovation and Development Grant Applicants must provide a description of the creative practice or proposal they wish to pursue with an explanation of the software they wish to spend the grant on. 

• May 31st - Canada's Luckiest Student 

• May 31st - Bank of Canada Scholarship Awarded to assist students with disabilities, Indigenous, LGBTQ2S+, Francophone and those who identify as a member of a visible minority group or racialized group. Applicants must be pursuing a field related to the Bank's work. 

• May 31st - MAE Indigenous Education Fund For self-identifying Indigenous students who are studying in STEM field.

• May 31st - Future on Tap Scholarship Applicants must be non-binary or women who are entering Brewery Studies or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math)

• May 31st - Voice for Animals Scholarship Essay required

Good Luck