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Summer enrichment opportunities (Years 9–12)

The document shared here provides a curated list of summer enrichment opportunities that may interest our students and families. The first entry, Teen Life, is a useful database of summer and gap year programs and serves as a great starting point. Below this, you'll find several specific programs that have been brought to our attention. While we do not endorse or recommend any particular program, we encourage students and parents considering these options to evaluate the suitability of the listed programs carefully. 

Please note that some applications may require you to submit a transcript and/or a teacher recommendation. If this is the case, be sure to contact your counselor for assistance. Lastly, please keep in mind the application deadlines and program fees.

University Visits | February 

• Feb. 24 — University of Liverpool (U.K.) Room 128 at 1:30 p.m.

• Feb. 25 —Huron University Room 232 at 1:30 p.m.

• Feb. 28 — University of Essex (U.K.) Room 128 at 1:30 p.m.

Year 12 scholarships

Current Year 11 Students: Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs  

Students who are currently in Year 11, who are Canadian citizens and are involved in co-curricular and community service activities, display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, demonstrate desire and ability to be entrepreneurial in a chosen field and have critical financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family is required) are encouraged to explore the Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs. Applications are now open and are due on Monday, March 31. Interested students should review the website for more information and speak with their university counsellor. 

Laurier Scholars Award

Year 12 students who have applied to Wilfrid Laurier University are encouraged to explore the Laurier Scholars Award. Seven students will be selected to receive this $40,000 entrance scholarship. The award includes $7,500 per year for up to four years and an experiential learning award of $10,000. Students are selected for the Laurier Scholars Award based on their academic achievement (an admission average of 90% or higher) and their submitted application. Applications are due on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Interested students are encouraged to check out the website or speak with their counsellor for more information. 

McMaster Engineering Entrance Scholarships

Year 12 students who applied to engineering at McMaster University are encouraged to explore their entrance scholarships. Only one application is required to be considered for all eligible Faculty of Engineering entrance scholarships. Applications are due on Wednesday, Feb. 19. Interested students are encouraged to check out the website for more information or speak with their counsellor. 

Dalhousie Entrance Scholarships

Year 12 students who are applying to Dalhousie University are encouraged to apply for the Dalhousie Entrance Award/Scholarship program by completing the General Entrance Award application available in the application portal after applying. These are awarded based on academic achievement, leadership, extracurricular involvement, community service, financial need and cultural identity. Please note, a small number of awards do require a separate application. Applications are due on Saturday, Feb. 15 and interested students should explore the website or speak with their counsellor for more information.