Indspire

Indspire provides financial support through bursaries, scholarships and awards to First Nations, Inuit and Métis students.  

Deadline: February 1st, Aug 1st, Nov 1st (annually)  To apply – Click Here

TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples 

Twenty-five scholarships are available annually, valued up to $60,000 each over four years. The scholarships are open to First Nation, Metis and Inuit who are members / citizen of a First Nation, Metis or Inuit community who:

●    have applied for a full-time minimum 2-year program with an approved post-secondary institution for the next year of study; or

●    are enrolled in, or accepted to, a full-time minimum two-year program with an approved post-secondary institution for the next year of study

Deadline: November 6, 2023, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.   To apply - Click Here

Beedie Luminaries Scholarship

The purpose of this scholarship is to assist resilient BC students who face financial adversity and who have the academic readiness to advance their education, achieve their dreams, and inspire others. Students must also have a minimum grade average of 75% in their most recently completed school year.

• 140 scholarships were offered in 2022 averaging $11,000 per school year (university, college, and/or trades)

• “Stay on Track” Student support + Peer support groups + Access to mentors

• Summer paid internship opportunities

​Applications open November 8

Deadline: January 8, 2024 at 9am  To apply -Click Here

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award

This award is open to students of all abilities. To be considered, applicants must meet be in good academic standing, Canadian citizens or landed immigrants, and applying for a degree/diploma at a Canadian college/university. Recipients are selected for their dedication to the humanitarian ideals of Terry Fox, their courage in overcoming obstacles, and definite marks of distinction and persistence in the pursuit of excellence in academic, athletic, and civic life. These students are involved in activities or organizations that improve human welfare, make a difference, and have a positive impact on their community and others. Candidates may face different types of obstacles. Financial need is not in itself a criteria of the award. It can, however, be included as an obstacle. The maximum value of the award is $28,000 dispersed over four years. The application process opens in November.

To view recent recipients of the award - Click Here

Deadline: December 1st (applications open November 1st)  To apply – Click Here 

The Fraser MacPherson Music Scholarship

Scholarships valued up to $500 are available for BC musicians and instrumentalists.  Scholarship awards must be spent on materials or services which directly further the education of the recipient (i.e. lessons, instruments, music materials, etc.)  

Deadline: November 1st  To apply - Click Here

Health Sciences Scholarship/Bursary Applications  

Over thirty $750-$1500 scholarships are available to children of HSA members (Health Sciences Association).

Applications open in early November and close around January 21st    To apply - Click Here

BC Creative Scholarship 

$3,000 scholarships are offered to students from BC who may be interested in the Audio Engineering & Production / DJ Arts or the Film & TV Production and Post-Production programs in Toronto. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents currently residing in BC who will be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school on or before June 30, 2023.  Please note there are three intakes for this program, and three opportunities to apply for scholarships (May 8, 2023, Aug 7, 2023 and Nov 13, 2023).  

Deadline:  Nov 13th, 2023  To apply - Click Here

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership

Twenty scholarships, valued up to $70,000 each, are offered to students across Canada who are in their final year of high school, have a minimum overall grade of 75% in their most recently completed school year, and have demonstrated outstanding community leadership. Applicants are students who show exceptional initiative, make a meaningful and lasting difference in their community, support change, nurture progress, and contribute to making the world a better place. 

Deadline: November 15th    To apply - Click Here

Launchpad Scholarship by Tundra Technical

Tundra Technical Solutions is a global IT and engineering staffing firm that would like to jump start your university career with a chance to win $1,500 towards a STEM program of your choice.  This scholarship is open to female identifying or non-binary students who are interested in pursuing a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math).

Applications open October 2, 2023. Deadline: December 3, 2023    To apply - Click Here

"Live Your Dream" Award - Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore

Live Your Dream Awards, issued by Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore, are $1,500 each.  This award provides aid to women who provide primary financial support (for yourself and your dependents). Dependents can include children, spouse, partner, siblings and/or parents. 

Deadline: November 15th     For more information and to apply  Click Here 

Queen's University Major Admission Awards  

Students wishing to be considered for a Major Entrance Scholarship will need to apply for admission to Queen’s via the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) by no later than November 20th to submit your MAA application by December 8th. 

Deadline: November 20th   To apply for a Major Admissions Award - Click Here

"Give Her Wings" Educational Award - Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore 

The Give Her Wings Award was created by Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore to assist young women who have transitioned out of the Foster Care system in British Columbia with furthering their education.  This $1500 Educational Award can be used to offset any costs associated with their efforts to attain higher education, such as books, tuition and transportation. 

Deadline: December 1st   To apply   Click Here

UBC Major Entrance Scholarships  (The application window closes December 1st)

Students wishing to be considered for a Major Entrance Scholarship must submit their online application by December 1st. This includes paying the admission fee and submitting grade 11 and 12 marks as requested in the application. 

Deadline: December 1st   To apply for the two Major Entrance Scholarship - Click Here and Here

​Burger King Scholars Program

Applicants need to demonstrate active volunteering in their communities, in sport, faith groups, clubs, or other organizations.   There are two options for this scholarship, one for employees and one for non-employees.

Deadline: Applications accepted from October 15th to December 15th, yearly (there is a cap on the number of applications they accept so best to apply early) To apply - Click Here

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Schulich Leader Scholarships (***Students are encouraged to start this application early to ensure it is thoroughly completed by the due date.)

Applications for the Schulich Leader Scholarships are now open. Twenty undergraduate scholarships (of $100,000-$120,000 each) are available for students intending to enroll in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) areas of study at a minimum of one of the 20 selected universities. 

Students must be planning a career in one  or more of the following areas: technology, engineering, entrepreneurship and business enterprise, applied scientific research. Students are selected by their individual schools and must possess at least two of the three criteria listed:

1. Outstanding community, business, or entrepreneurial leadership

2.     Academic excellence

3. Financial need 

If you are interested in becoming Royal Bay's nominee, drop by Room 1168 or email jtenhove@sd62.bc.ca  

Please submit the following (Schulich-based) information package to the Career Commons room 1168 by  Friday, January 12th, 2024 in order to give the RBSS Scholarship Team time to meet and select a student to represent Royal Bay before the January 30, 2024 deadline.

• Identify the 2 or 3 universities you wish to attend

• A list of your top three achievements (academic or other)

• A 600 word essay demonstrating why you should win

• An optional 250 word essay that outlines any extenuating circumstances (optional)

• A short answer statement to identify where you see yourself in 10 years

• Two single-page letters of reference that include email and telephone contact information for verification

• A copy of your latest transcript (See Ms. Podann in the main office)

Find out what it takes to be a Schulich winner. Read about two recipients who are studying at UVIC. - Click Here

​For more information, and to access the application form - Click Here 

​RE/MAX Quest for Excellence

The Quest for Excellence Program recognizes the pursuits in leadership and community contributions of Western Canadian students. High school students graduating from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon and Northwest Territories are encouraged to write an essay to convey the contributions they have made to enrich the lives of others and their communities through leadership, motivation, volunteering and participation in charitable events or fundraising.

Applications are accepted from September 12, 2022 - March 13, 2023   To apply - Click Here