Scholarships
Next Step Prep: Scholarships & Financial Planning
Missed the session? Take your time to carefully review the information below:
(Hard copies of the handouts are available in the Guidance Office)
Register with the following Scholarship Websites:
Check the list below for many scholarship opportunities and be sure to follow us on Instagram for more details!
October
Father Ted Colleton Scholarship Program
Niagara Region Right to Life (NRRTL) is the sponsoring organization of the program, providing the prize money and other incidental expenses associated with running the scholarship contest.
https://niagararegionrighttolife.ca/projects/father-ted-colleton-scholarship-program/
Loran Awards
Loran Scholars are chosen for their character, service and leadership potential. They deeply value integrity and honesty, are curious by nature and are interested in a wide range of subjects. Furthermore, they are willing to take meaningful risks and prioritize results over appearances. Each Loran Scholar has shown a sustained commitment to service in the community, has taken the initiative to create positive changes and is interested in working for a better world.
https://loranscholar.ca/becoming-a-scholar/
November
TD Scholarships for Community Leadership
Designed to recognize the achievements of youth who are making a difference and help them realize their educational goals.
University of Toronto - The National Book Award and National Scholarship Programs
Visit website for details...awards are given regardless of which university the nominated students choose to attend.
https://future.utoronto.ca/national-scholarship/about/
December
2023 OCSTA Short Video Contest
This year the contest is a celebration of the 2023-24 Catholic Education Week theme – Catholic Education: We are Called to Love.
Students are invited to create a 2-minute video demonstrating how the scriptural quote inspiring this year’s theme is reflected in how we treat and respect one another: “If we love one another, God lives in us.” (1 John 4:12)
Allied Van Lines
Students entering business and logistics
https://www.alliedvanlines.ca/scholarship
Burger King Scholars
Scholarship grants range from $1,000 to $50,000 and are intended to help students offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected based on their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities and community service.
http://bkmclamorefoundation.org/
Horatio Alger Scholarship
Scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to full-time students in Grade 11 with financial need (family income under $55,000) who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record.
https://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/
RBC Future Launch
The RBC Future Launch Scholarship will be awarded to those who show a clear vision for their future.
https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/scholarships.html
January
Herbert H. Carnegie Future Aces Foundation’s National Citizenship Award and Scholarship
Merit-based scholarships to secondary students across Canada who exhibit exemplary citizenship qualities in their communities through extensive community service, volunteerism and humanitarian causes.
https://futureaces.org/scholarship/
Leonard Foundation
For students enrolled or enrolling in an accredited undergraduate degree program in a College or University in Canada. The institutions must be open to all without restriction except for an academic standard. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants.
STEAM Horizons Award
5 $25, 000 prizes (2 for indigenous youth)
https://steamhorizonawards.ca/
RBC Aboriginal Student Awards
to assist Aboriginal students to complete post-secondary education, and provide an opportunity for RBC to strengthen its relationship with the Aboriginal community. Selected students are awarded up to $4,000 each academic year for two to four years to use towards tuition, textbooks, supplies and living expenses.
https://www.rbc.com/en/future-launch/resource-type/scholarships-awards/indigenous-scholarship/
Schulich Leaders Scholarships
$100 million program funds 50 undergraduate scholarships each year, across top Canadian universities, to support the next global pioneers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
http://www.schulichleaders.com/
Terry Fox Humanitarian Awards
Open to graduating secondary level students and those currently studying towards a first university degree or diploma in a Canadian post-secondary institution. See website for detailed criteria.
http://terryfoxawards.ca/applicant-information/
University of Western Ontario National Scholarship Program
National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of learning. National Scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. A special emphasis is placed on a candidate's commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community life.
http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/Student_finances/scholarships_awards/national_scholarship_program.html
March
Canadian Legion Bursaries
Designed to assist those students who are entering or continuing their post secondary education (including courses and training programs of a technical and vocational nature) and pursue the same course throughout their academic years.
http://www.on.legion.ca/remembrance/youth-programs/bursaries
Diabetes HOPE Program
This unique awards program recognizes what no other program does: that young people living with diabetes must have an unwavering commitment to managing their health.
http://www.diabeteshopefoundation.com/content/scholarship-program
Kin Canada Bursaries via the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund
Applicants are chosen based on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada and financial need.
http://www.kincanada.ca/bursaries
Professional Engineers Awards/Scholarships
Award and scholarship opportunities are available to Canadian engineering students through Engineers Canada.
http://www.engineerscanada.ca/awards-scholarships-fellowships
St. John's Ambulance Scholarships
Bursary and scholarship awards to eligible volunteers who have vision, goals and a commitment to serving their community. If you can demonstrate academic achievement and financial need, if you have leadership qualities and a commitment to high standards in your chosen field of study, if you are dedicated to upholding the ideals of St. John and have a desire to continue to serve your community through St. John Ambulance, then you may be eligible to receive a bursary or scholarship award.
https://www.sja.ca/en/initiatives/scholarships-bursaries
Toronto Real Estate Board
Two $5,000 first-place scholarships and two $2,500 second-place scholarships will be awarded on behalf of realtors to four graduating high school seniors going on to pursue post-secondary education. Based on community involvement and a 1,000-word essay, the awards will be presented to the four winners in the spring.
https://trreb.ca/index.php/about-treb/scholarships
Merit Award
Demonstrate a high level of commitment to extracurricular school activities and dedication to school. Personal challenges and obstacles faced, including financial circumstances, will be given significant
consideration.
April
Aircraft Electronics Assoc. (AEA) Educational Foundation Scholarship Program
Open to students seeking careers in the aircraft electronics and aviation maintenance industry through college or university.
http://www.aea.net/educationalfoundation/scholarships.asp
Arya Samaj Markham Youth Scholarship Program
To qualify for this scholarship, you must: be a member of a Hindu family, have applied to a Canadian post secondary institution, be living in Ontario, be a full-time student in high school with min. average of 85%
http://www.vedicculturalcentre.com/scholarship.htm
Canadian Women in Municipal Government Scholarship
Five awards of $1000, each, with one award to be presented in each of the five regions of Canada. Open to female students enrolled in any year of study in secondary school and who are contributing to their school's leadership team or student council.
https://fcm.ca/en/about-fcm/awards/canadian-women-in-municipal-government-scholarship
Colonel Douglas H. Gunter History Award
Open to all senior students who plan on graduating from secondary school. To qualify, each student must submit an original work using one of the following media: text, visual art, audio or video production.
https://scholartree.ca/scholarship/the-colonel-douglas-h-gunter-history-awards/0XtrQs2SA
Johnson Insurance Inc.
Johnson Inc. is proud to offer Canadian residents, who are completing high school and who are beginning post-secondary education in Canada, the opportunity to apply for one of 50 scholarships valued at $1,000.00.
https://www.johnson.ca/scholarship
To empower young people to become leaders and excel in active civic engagement, leadership and community development
longanscholarshipfoundation.com/blog/
Retail as a Career Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolled full-time or part-time at a Canadian college or university for Fall, be pursuing a retail, business or marketing-related program, and currently working part-time or full-time within the retail industry.
http://www.retailcouncil.org/memberservices/retail-education/retail-as-a-career-scholarship-program
Rotary Club of Toronto
The Rotary Club of Toronto Scholarship a four-year tuition scholarship of up to $10,000 a year. The applicant must demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, leadership and breadth and depth of community service.
Students Making An Impact
Five, $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who have initiated a philanthropic endeavor or started their own business while in high school.
http://www.studentsmakinganimpact.com/
Angel Foundation for Learning
Various scholarships and bursaries. Check the website or board outside of Guidance for details.
https://angelfoundationforlearning.org/?page_id=6155
May
Applied Arts Awards
The Applied Arts Student Awards competition is open to high school and post-secondary students completing a degree/diploma studying in a creative-arts programs
https://www.appliedartsmag.com/student_awards/
Black Foundations of Community Networks
The Black Foundation of Community Networks (BFCN) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2011 and continues to serve and support local Black communities. The foundation recognizes outstanding Black students with bright futures as upcoming leaders and dreamers in their communities.
Canadian Civil Liberties Association - Bernard Chernos Essay Contest
Details for each $500.00 award are available on website.
https://ccla.org/education/student-contests/
Canadian Civil Liberties Association - What's not Fair to You? Contest
Details for each $500.00 award are available on website.
https://ccla.org/education/student-contests/
Golf Canada Foundation Scholarships
Check site for updated information, deadlines and application in May. Submissions open in June and closes in July.
https://www.golfcanadafoundation.com/collegiate-golf-2/
James Bartleman Aboriginal Youth Creative Writing Awards
Recognizes Aboriginal youth for their creative writing talent. Up to six Aboriginal students each receive the award of $2,500.
Jean Lumb Foundation Awards
Awards will be given to five outstanding young people who have achieved excellence in: Athletics, Academics, The Arts, Community Service, & Innovation.
Knights of Columbus Canadian Catholic Scholarships
Most recipients are the children of Knights or Knights working toward bachelor’s degrees at Catholic colleges and Catholic universities in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Philippines.
https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/scholarships/canadian-undergraduate-scholarships.html
Lincoln M. Alexander Award
For students who have demonstrated leadership in eliminating racial discrimination in Ontario.
https://www.ontario.ca/page/honours-and-awards-inclusion
OJEN - Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Careers in the Justice Sector
Bursaries are available to grade 12 students in Ontario, pursuing post-secondary studies related to the many careers in the justice system at an Ontario University or College. (e.g. Criminology, Legal Administration, Paralegal Studies, Police Foundations, etc.)
https://ojen.ca/en/program/bursaries-for-grade-12-students-pursuing-studies-toward-a-career-in-law
Ontario Knights of Columbus Bursary Program
This program provides a bursary to assist Knights and members of their families entering the first year of a post-secondary education. (5 x $1000.00 awards.
http://www.ontariokofc.ca/?page_id=407
Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship
Awarded once per year to post-secondary students in the field of conservation.
http://cwf-fcf.org/en/about-cwf/funding/scholarships/
Whipper Billy Watson Education Bursary
Established to assist students with physical disabilities in full-time study at an Ontario College of Applied Arts & Technology.
https://bloorviewschool.ca/post-secondary-scholarships
Libro Credit Union's Student Award Program
For youth who demonstrate outstanding commitment to their community while balancing academic success.
https://www.libro.ca/community/student-awards/
Public Service Alliance of Canada
The program consists of 14 scholarships for dependent children of PSAC members and 3 scholarships for PSAC members who will be attending university, college or a recognized institute of higher learning on a full-time basis.
https://psacunion.ca/psacs-2023-scholarship-program-now-open
June
AbbVie IBD Scholarship Program
For students living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis and who strive to sustain an optimal level of wellness, allowing them to excel and inspire others to do the same.
https://crohnsandcolitis.ca/Support-for-You/IBD-Scholarships
Canadian National Institute for the Blind Scholarships
Awarded to Canadian students who are blind or partially sighted for the purpose of attending a Canadian post-secondary institution.
Foundation for the Advancement of Aboriginal Youth (FAAY) - Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
Canadian residents of First Nations (Status or Non-status), Métis and Inuit Heritage attending High School or a Post-secondary Institution full-time within Canada.
Markham African Caribbean Association Scholarship
For African Caribbean students graduating high-school and going into a post-secondary program.
https://bfcn.ca/scholarship-directory/macca-scholarship/
Mon Sheong Foundation Scholarship
The awards are presented annually to Ontario University and/or College students studying in programs related to health or social services who meet the eligibility requirements.
https://www.monsheong.org/what-we-do/golden-jubilee-scholarship/
Nelson Civic Leadership Scholarship
support community-minded student leaders in achieving their educational goals. Three $5000 scholarships will be awarded to students who have demonstrated academic success, personal strength, and determination in their commitment to civic engagement and leadership.
http://www.nelson.com/scholarship/
OSAID Scholarships
A cash scholarship of $1,000 for outstanding achievement as an OSAID member and helping to promote OSAID’s message in their school and throughout their community.
https://www.osaid.ca/scholarships-and-certificates
OTIP Bursaries
You or your relative (e.g. child, stepchild, grandchild, aunt, uncle, sister, brother, spouse, etc.) must be insured through an individual or group policy of an insurance plan or program offered by OTIP. The applicant must be a full- or part-time post-secondary student at a college or university for the upcoming academic year.
https://www.otip.com/About-OTIP/Bursary
OFSAA Athletic Scholarships
For student-athletes moving on to post-secondary education in Canada, who are successful academically, involved in their school and community, demonstrate leadership qualities, and have a financial need.
http://www.ofsaa.on.ca/programs/scholarships
Wize Canadian High School Scholarship
Wize is extremely excited to be providing a $1000 scholarship to a Canadian High School student!
https://www.wizeprep.com/scholarships/4
July
Canadian Office Products Association (COPA) Scholarship Fund
Available to students entering first or second year post-secondary studies and who work for or have worked for, OR whose parent/guardian/grandparent works for a COPA member company.
http://www.copa.ca/copa-scholarship-fund/
Luke Santi Award
Presented annually to a Canadian student who demonstrates Luke’s many qualities - academic performance, interest in science, extra-curricular activities, and volunteering – and has begun post-secondary education in Physical Sciences at a Canadian university.
http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/outreach/students/programs/luke-santi-award
National Union of Public Employees (NUPE)
Offers four scholarships that reflect its pursuit of equal opportunity for all workers. They are open to the children, grandchildren or foster children of the National Union’s members who are starting a post-secondary education.
https://nupge.ca/content/national-unions-scholarship-program-2020
Bill 7 Award for LGBT2SQ
A Post Secondary Scholarship for Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, 2-Spirited and Queer Students who are in financial need and studying at any post-secondary institution in Ontario to attain their first degree or diploma in Ontario.
http://bill7award.ca/
August
Skills Ontario Scholarships
Awarded to students on their way to a community college to pursue a career in technology
http://www.skillsontario.com/scholarships-and-awards#students
SOS Children’s Safety Scholarship
A yearly $5000 bursary created to motivate youth across the country to get involved in building safer communities.
https://soskids.ca/5000-scholarship-yearly-bursary
CN Pension Scholarship Program
Grants to support the post-secondary education of women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, military veterans and people of Aboriginal heritage in Canada.
Also check out:
https://www.cnpensioners.org/scholarships
Lime Connect Pathways Scholarship
Have, or consider themselves to have a visible or invisible disability
https://www.limeconnect.com/programs/page/lime-connect-pathways-scholarship-for-high-school-seniors
Liuna! Local 183 Scholarship
See Application on site for details. Parent membership required to apply.
https://liunalocal183.ca/2023-scholarship-applications-now-available/
Optimist International Essay Contest
Interested students must contact their local Optimist Club. They need to submit an essay on the pre-assigned topic. To find out a contact, please e-mail the Programs Department at programs@optimist.org.
http://www.optimist.org/e/member/scholarships3.cfm
RBC Students Leading Change Scholarship
In recognition of the growing number of Canadian students showing a passion to lead and inspire positive change in their community.
https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/scholarships.html
SOCAN Foundation Awards for Young Composers
The annual competition is designed to recognize Canadian composers who are 30 years of age and under, for original concert-music works in the following five categories: large ensemble, chamber ensemble, solo or duet, vocal, and electro-acoustics.
https://www.socanfoundation.ca/awards/
Ontario Power Generation Student Awards
Offers financial assistance to students from many diverse backgrounds and who are studying a wide variety of disciplines.
Automotive Industries Association Scholarships
Offers three separate scholarships; see website for details.
https://www.aiacanada.com/career-resources/grants-and-scholarships.html
Black Foundation of Community Networks (BFCN)
Awarded to a graduating high school student who will be attending an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution.
https://bfcn.ca/scholarships.html
Bursaries & Scholarships for Aboriginal Students
A comprehensive list of bursaries & scholarship that are available to aboriginal youth.
http://www.naho.ca/careers-in-health/bursaries-sholarships/
Duke of Edinburgh Award
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award will equip you with life skills to make a difference to yourself, your community and your country. There are three Award levels to achieve: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. Achieving an award is as easy as setting and achieving your personal goals in the four areas of the program: Community Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey.
Jamaican Canadian Association
The Scholarship Program is to provide financial assistance to worthy students from the Caribbean/African community, who are pursuing post-secondary studies in Ontario Universities/Colleges.
https://jcaontario.org/scholarship/
Ontario Nurses Federation
https://www.ona.org/member-services/education-elearning/scholarships/
Ontario Road Builders Assoc. Scholarships
Presented annually to two high school and two post-secondary students who are enrolled in civil construction, technology or engineering programs in Ontario colleges and universities.
http://orba.org/education-training/scholarships
Student Life Network / CIBC
Student Life Network in collaboration with CIBC is offering a $20,000 award to help a current Canadian student pay for school. The award is not merit based, is open to all students 16+, and it is free to apply. In addition to the $20,000 for school it contains a whole host of other awards that make a student's life easier.
http://cls4.studentlifenetwork.com/
OSCA Anthony Di Lena Student Pathways Awards
Students to be nominated by a teacher.