FOR THE CLASS OF 2026

The scholarships below are accepting applications between January 5th, 2026 and March 31st, 2026.  For more details about each scholarship and the eligibility requirements, read the details below carefully.

$2,000 (4 Awards)

VSA International Young Soloists Award

Deadline: January 7, 2026

For Eligibility: Click Here

$5,000 (80 Awards)

DECA Scholarship Program

Deadline: January 9, 2026

For Eligibility: Click Here

$10,000 (1000 Awards)

Indspire Building Brighter Futures Scholarship

Deadline: February 1, 2026

For Eligibility: Click Here

$20,000 (60 Awards)

Society of Manufacturing Engineers Scholarship

Deadline: February 1, 2026

For Eligibility: Click Here

$5,000 (40 Awards)

DEWALT Trades Scholarship

Deadline: February 28, 2026

For Eligibility: Click Here

$2,500 (51 Awards)

Stossel in the Classroom Scholarship

Deadline: March 13, 2026

For Eligibility: Click Here

The above scholarships, and more, can be found at: Studentscholarships.org

DALTON CAMP AWARD

Value: $10,000

Application due: January 5, 2026

The Dalton Camp Award is a $10,000 prize for the best essay on the link between media and democracy, presented annually by Friends of Canadian Media. This award was launched in 2002 to honour the memory of Dalton Camp, a distinguished commentator on Canadian public affairs.  

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Eligible essays written in English up to 2,000 words in length are judged anonymously on both subject matter and strength of written expression. 

Any Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada, regardless of age, student or professional status may enter. Applications are encouraged and welcomed from across genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, religions, and beliefs.  Please read the  Rules and Regulations before you submit your essay.  Application details available at: https://friends.ca/dalton-camp/about-the-award/ 

RE/MAX QUEST FOR EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS

40, $1,000 Scholarships to be awarded

Application deadline: March 6, 2026

The REMAX Quest for Excellence scholarship program is a cash scholarship that recognizes students for their ongoing community contributions and pursuit of leadership. The 2026 Quest for Excellence program will invite eligible students to write and submit an essay based on one of three key themes: charitable community contribution; the vision for a brighter future; and ensuring Canadians have a safe, secure and affordable place to call “home.”

You will need to respond to one of the following questions:

1. What does a “bright future” look like for you?

2. How have you demonstrated leadership or charity within your community to make it a better place?

3. How can we ensure fair and affordable housing for all Canadians?

Complete details and application form are available at: https://blog.remax.ca/quest-for-excellence/

ALLIED VAN LINES SCHOLARSHIP

Value:  $1,000 (4)

Deadline to apply: December 15, 2025

Allied Van Lines are committed to improving the future of up and coming logistics and business professionals across Canada and North America. They believe that education is significant and place that belief into their core operating philosophy, everything from their standard practices, to their way of living. They are proud to be offering qualifying Canadian students a chance to apply for their new scholarship, which is intended for students across the areas of business, logistics, and similar fields. Four qualified candidates will be selected to receive an award amount of $1,000 each. Go to the following link and read ahead to find out how you can enter!

https://www.alliedvanlines.ca/scholarship

SUNSHINE RIDGE CHURCH

Value: $1,000

Application deadline: April 30, 2026

The SRBC Education Bursary supports students who have an educational financial need and have demonstrated shared values of family, community, love, care and support. We do not discriminate on the basis of race or religion. We are interested in the mark you are making or hope to make on your community. Application is available in the Sands Career Centre.

CMOLIK FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (Must be nominated by the school)

Value: Up to $45,000

Application deadline (for the school nomination): December 18, 2025

This scholarship is for students who have faced adversity but have responded with positivity and tenacity, achieving academic and social goals. Applicants must have lived in Canada for at least seven years and have experienced adversity in their lives. They may not have top grades through high school but must be capable of succeeding at the post-secondary level. This is a nominated scholarship – Please see Mr. Randhawa, Mr. Abernethy, Ms.Chiarella, Ms.Malhi,or Ms. Sansregret by December 18 if you are interested in this scholarship.  More information is available at:  Cmolik Foundation Scholarship

KIN CANADA BURSARIES 

Value: $1,000 (97 bursaries awarded!)

Application deadline: February 1, 2026

For community-minded students. Your application will include research into what Kin Canada represents and what they have done in your community.  This information can be found on their website along with the application.  Details at: https://kincanada.ca/Web/OurBursaries/About-Bursaries.aspx

TERRY FOX HUMANITARIAN AWARD

Value: $28,000

Application deadline: December 1, 2025  

For students who will be studying at a university or college in a degree or diploma Program.  You must be Involved in voluntary humanitarian activities (for which you have not been compensated). Complete details available at:    https://terryfoxawards.ca/applicant-information/

BEEDIE LUMINARIES SHINE SCHOLARSHIPS

Value: $11,000 per year while you study

Application deadline: December 15 at 1:00 p.m.

This  for Grade 12 students.  Education can offer life-changing opportunities, but every year, too many bright, driven students from disadvantaged backgrounds make the decision not to pursue post-secondary education because they can't afford it or they have face personal adversity. The Beedie Luminaries are here to help.  Applications close December 15th at 1PM (PST). Apply now. Details at: https://beedieluminaries.ca/shine-scholarship/

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SCHULICH LEADER SCHOLARSHIPS

(School nominated Scholarship – must be nominated by the school)

Value: $100,000 - $120,000                        

Nomination Application deadline: DECEMBER 18, 2025

Schulich Leader Scholarships are the largest and most prestigious undergraduate Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) scholarships in Canada.  Each year, 100 scholarships, valued at $100,000 - $120,000 per scholarship, are awarded. Every high school in Canada can nominate one graduating student. Sands will nominate ONE student!

Eligibility

• Must be graduating high school in 2025-26 academic school year and be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

• Plan to enroll in an eligible STEM program

• Can demonstrate leadership, charisma, and creativity & be entrepreneurial-minded

• Intend on pursuing a career in one or more of: Technology, Engineering, Entrepreneurship and Business enterprise, or applied scientific research.

*Strong consideration will be given to students with financial need

Schulich Foundation will not consider students who:

• Focus on activism (environmental/political/societal), who intend on becoming a Dr., dentist, nurse, psychologist, pharmacist, optometrist) or who intend to become a professor and conduct theoretical research.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE NOMINATION  If you would like to be considered for the Schulich nomination, please answer the following questions in paragraph form, addressed to the Sands Scholarship Committee:

ü  Which universities do you wish to attend?

ü  What are your top 3 achievements – academic or other? 50 words maximum per achievement

ü  What are you passionate about & what are your career aspirations? Maximum 100 words

ü  How do you demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset, including leadership, charisma and creativity? 100 words maximum

ü  What makes you an ideal candidate for this award? 50 words maximum

ü  Optional statement explaining any extenuating circumstances (Personal or Financial) 100 word maximum

Please submit your responses and a copy of the Chart of Activities & Achievements to Ms. Sansregret in person or at: jsansregret@deltaschools.ca by December 18, 2025.  The Scholarship Committee will meet in early January to choose the Sands nominee. 

For more details on the Schulich Leader Scholarships, go to: https://schulichleaders.com/apply?section=student Please note: The Schulich website will indicate a nomination deadline of January 28, 2026.  Please disregard this date. This is the date Sands must submit our nominee NOT the date you need to submit your application to me.

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BC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP (Student must be nominated by the school)

Value: $5,000.00

Application deadline for the school nomination: December 18, 2025                              

The BC Excellence scholarship is for BC high school graduates who have demonstrated service and leadership, both at school and in their communities, and who show aptitude for and commitment to their chosen career or area of post-secondary study. To be eligible for this award, students must:

• have the following final marks.

  • Minimum “B” average in grades 11 and 12 courses required for graduation

  • Minimum "B" (73% or above) in Language Arts 12

  • Minimum “B” average, no more than one "C+" (67% or above), and no marks lower than “C+” in courses that fulfill graduation requirements for Science 11 or 12, Math 11, and Social Studies 11 or 12

• be nominated by their secondary school to qualify for this scholarship and each school may nominate one student only

As noted above, each high school in BC can nominate one student for this scholarship.  Being nominated does not mean that you have won the scholarship but does mean that you will move forward in the application process. 

If you would like to be the Sands nominee for a BC Excellence Scholarship, please write a maximum 500-word statement, addressed to the Sands Scholarship Committee, BC Excellence Scholarship, responding to the following two questions:

1. Describe one experience that helped you decide on your intended career or area of post-secondary study, and,

2. What challenges did you encounter and how did you overcome them?

Please submit your response, along with a copy of your Chart of Activities & Accomplishments to Ms. Sansregret in-person or at: jsansregret@deltaschools.ca before December 18, 2025.  The Sands Scholarship Committee will evaluate all responses and choose a nominee in early January 2026. The nominee will then be directed to complete the official application. For complete details on this scholarship go to: BC Excellence Scholarships

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Canadian Legion Youth Remembrance Contests. Share Remembrance through visual art, written word or video production. This contest is open to students Grades 8-12 with prizes ranging from $100-$4,990. All entries due by November 14, 2025.  See the poster on the Career Centre bulletin board or Ms. Sansregret for further details. https://www.legion.ca/communities-youth/youth-education/remembrance-contests

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH

Seven President's and two Lincoln Alexander Chancellor's scholarship worth $42,400! Recipients are paired with a faculty mentor and provided a full-time research assistantship.  Apply January 23, 2026 @     https://www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/finances-fees/top-scholarships/

TD SCHOLARSHIPS FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

For students who are making contributions to and helping their communities thrive.  Apply by 10 am, Wednesday, October 22, 2025.  Application available here:  https://www.td.com/ca/en/personal-banking/solutions/student-banking/community-leadership-scholarshi…

See Ms. Sansregret if you need help with the application.

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO WOLF SCHOLARS

For students who are leaders, have curiosity and intellectual engagement and are of exceptional character.  Fully funded 4 year scholarship for students pursuing a degree in Arts & Sciences! Minimum GPA 90%.  Must apply to University of Toronto by November 7 and apply to scholarship by November 10.  More info. https://www.wolfscholars.com/  or see Ms. Sansregret in the Career Centre. 

BASANT MOTORS 2025 $34,000 SCHOLARSHIP

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, September 28, 2025

REQUIREMENTS: For high achieving Grade 12 students who demonstrate good citizenship and service in school and the community

MORE INFORMATION: https://www.basantmotors.com/scholarship.html

LORAN SCHOLARS This scholarship is for students who demonstrate strength of character, a deep commitment to service and intrinsic leadership potential.  Winners will be provided with:

•  a 4-year comprehensive leadership-enrichment program, 

• International and domestic experiential learning, 

• 1:1 mentorship from community and business leaders; 

• tuition and living stipend for undergraduate studies.

Application deadline: October 16, 2025

Students may access the online application system at apply.loranscholar.ca. 

I recommend you go to the following link for information on how to complete a strong application: https://loranscholar.ca/the-program/resources-for-applicants/

See Ms. Sansregret if you require assistance