News & Events

YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange (SWSE) 

A representative from the SWSE will be at the school on Thursday, April 25 during lunch. SWSE is government-funded program that enables youth aged 16 and 17 to participate in a 6-week exchange to Québec during the summer. 

 St. Mary's University First Year Class Registration 

Representatives from St. Mary's University will be at Island View on April 30 at 9:30am to assist incoming students with their first year class registration. For more information, please check with guidance. 

Upcoming Scholarships

Friends of Sable Island Scholarship

Value: $1,500 first place and $500 second place

Deadline: April 29, 2024 

Open to grade 12 students in Nova Scotia who plan to attend a post-secondary educational institution in the fall of 2024. Applicants are asked to report on a significant event in Sable Island’s history. This report can be in the form of a mock newspaper article, video news report or simulated podcast. Written applications should be 800-1,000 words; video or audio content should be 3 – 5 minutes long.

For more information and to apply, go to: https://www.sableislandfriends.ca/sable-island-scholarship-2024/

Champion of the Environment Scholarship 

Value: $2,500

Deadline: April 28, 2024

This scholarship is open to Grade 12 students across the province who exemplify leadership and demonstrate a commitment to protecting our environment. 

For more information, go to: https://divertns.ca/scholarship-competition

ATEC Special Achievement Bursary

Value: $500

Deadline: April 30, 2024

The ATEC Special Achievement Bursary will be awarded to a student who through personal sacrifice and effort has made great strides in realizing his or her potential. To qualify a student must have been tested and diagnosed as having a learning pattern requiring special placement or some form of remedial help or course adjustment.

For more information and application, go to: https://sites.google.com/view/atecnstu/grants-and-bursaries

Black Educators Association Bursaries

Value: $500 each

Deadline: April 30, 2024

This bursary has the following eligibility criteria: African Nova Scotian (Black) learner - at least one parent to be of African descent; Resident of Nova Scotia; Demonstrate financial need; Continuing studies at Post-Secondary institution (i.e., university, college, trade school); Studying toward first degree or diploma at Canadian post-secondary institution (including the Transition Year Program).

For more information, go to: http://www.bea-ns.ca/bursary.html

Buddy Daye Scholarship

Value: $500

Deadline: April 30, 2024

This is a nominated scholarship (one per school) awarded to any individual African Nova Scotia between the ages of 14 and 24 who is continuing his or her studies in the upcoming academic year. Selection criteria: athletic accomplishments, community involvement (especially with respect to civil and human rights, or other activities beneficial to the community), and scholastic achievement in the previous 12 months (July to June). Interested students please submit information to guidance by April 22nd.

For more information and to apply, go to: http://cfns-fcne.ca/en/scholarships#buddydaye

Honouring Mi'kmaw Roots Scholarship and Summer Internship

Value: At least $2,500.00

Deadline: April 30, 2024

The Department of Agriculture has an entrance scholarship of at least $2500 available to support Mi'kmaw students entering their first year of study in an agricultural degree program at a Canadian university (the amount may be re-evaluated based on financial need). In addition to receiving the scholarship, you will also have a summer job with the Department of Agriculture after completing your first year. You will receive a salary for your work (~$10,000) and will gain valuable work experience and contacts in the agriculture industry, which will help you narrow down the kind of work you'd like to do in the future. 

For more information and to apply, go to: Honouring Mi'kmaw Roots Scholarship

Laurie Ledwidge Memorial Scholarship 

Value: Varies

Deadline: April 30, 2024

Open to high school students who will pursuing post-secondary in the fall. Special consideration will be given to those students who show a true entrepreneurial spirit and plan to grow a business. 

To apply go to: https://www.ledwidgelumber.com/news?c=

Completed applications can be dropped off at 195 Old Post Road in Enfield or sent by email to cassie@ledwidgelumber.com 

Agnes Jacks Scholarship Awards

Value: $1,000

Deadline: April 30, 2024

Applicants must be ringette players registered with one of Ringette Canada’s provincial/territorial member associations, NCCP-certified ringette coaches, and active on-ice ringette-certified officials who will be enrolled full-time in a recognized post-secondary education institution for the next academic year. Applicants must have actively participated in ringette as player, coach or on-ice official for at least five of the last seven years and must be registered in the current playing season. Successful applicants will be those who have demonstrated sustained commitment to the sport of ringette through playing, coaching, officiating and other volunteer activities.

For further information and application, go to: https://www.ringette.ca/athletes/scholarships-awards/

Adrian Campbell Scholarship Fund

Value: $1,500

Deadline: April 30, 2024

This scholarship is open to any Nova Scotian student completing Grade 12 and entering a post-secondary educational program. The Scholarship Fund Association is looking to support candidates who demonstrate sportsmanship, proven interest and ability in the pursuit of an individualized endurance sport; a dedication to their studies with a track record of academic success; and a well-rounded lifestyle including non-academic interests and community involvement. 

For more information and application form download, go to http://www.adriancampbell.org/apply.html

Assumption Foundation

Value: $1,500

Deadline: April 30, 2024

To qualify for one of these bursaries, the applicant needs to be enrolled as a full-time student in a post-secondary institution, such as college or university, be in financial need, and have an average of at least 70%.

For more information and to apply, go to: https://www.assumption.ca/en/Individuals/About-Us/Scholarships

Burns Lodge Legacy Fund

Value: $1,500

Deadline: April 30, 2024

Open to students who are residents of HRM and pursuing post-secondary studies in Atlantic Canada. Applicants will be adjudicated upon the basis of their scholastic achievement, community involvement, athletic accomplishments and financial need.

For more information and to apply, go to: https://cfns-fcne.ca/burnslodgelegacyscholarshipfund/