Teal Charitable Foundation

David Lam/BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship was established by the TEAL Charitable Foundation to honour David C. Lam, the 25th Lieutenant-Governor of British Columbia. During his lifetime, David C. Lam was respected for his commitment to excellence, English language study and public service. The scholarship is valued at up to $4,000. The David Lam/BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship is awarded annually to an English language student who wishes to study at a post-secondary institution, has excelled academically and has taken an active part in community and/or school service. ,

Please note that applicants for the David Lam/BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship must be documented permanent residents or citizens of Canada. International students on study visas are not eligible for this award

The criteria for this award are as follows:

1. Must be a BC Grade 12 graduate who wishes to attend a BC post-secondary institution

2. Must provide a transcript documenting completion of a minimum of one English language [ELL] course taken in grades 9 to 12

3. Must provide documented school or community service

4. Must fully complete application form.

To do list: 

1. Visit the website (Click here)

2. Review the list of criteria to see if you qualify. 

3. Complete the following items: 

   • A personal essay describing the applicant’s life before and after coming to Canada

   • A personal essay :
     a. Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words
     b. Please consider the following questions in the essay.

     • How will having a post-secondary education make a difference in your life?

     • How will the post-secondary education help you contribute to Canadian society?

   • Two letters of reference:
     a. One from a teacher referencing the applicant’s academic performance
     b. One from an administrator, counselor, coach, sponsor, or coordinator referencing school and or community service

   • Documented proof of permanent residency or Canadian citizenship

   • Mark transcripts, documenting the English language courses taken from grade 8 to grade 12

   • Grade 12 transcripts to date

4. This is self-directed scholarship. Reach out to Ms. Kullman or Ms. Arnold if you need any assistance. 

Due Date: January 31st.