Scholarship and Bursaries

Most universities and colleges offer scholarships and bursaries, so contact the schools you plan to apply to for information about their scholarship programs. In addition, many banks and service clubs also offer scholarships. Four important websites you should definitely check out are:

• • • • • www.scholarshipscanada.com/, a service that helps match you with appropriate applications

        • www.osap.gov.on.ca

        • www.scholarshipscanada.com

        • http://seekingscholarships.com/

        • https://scholartree.ca/

        • https://indspire.ca/programs/students/bursaries-scholarships/

        • https://yconic.com/

yconic is your student community offering free scholarship matching & peer-to-peer support for your life as a student.

• • • • • https://www.dcfund.ca/site/home

Dreamcatcher Charitable Fund is funding for youths in our First Nations Communities. Making dreams come true for our children. For our communities. For our future. We help develop the youth in our communities to become leaders by providing funding to realize their goals, making their dreams come true.

**NB – check individual websites as deadlines are subject to change**

When applying for scholarships, pay close attention to grammar and professionalism. Make sure that all applications are complete, neat, and it contains required components (specific questions answered, within word limit, formatting how they have requested). Have someone proofread and make sure it is quality and complete work going out. Make sure to send it so it arrives before the due date; factor in a few weeks if going by mail. If you need a letter of reference from any school staff member, please give them the scholarship details and ample notice to prepare it (don’t wait until the day before you need it!).

Additional Scholarships & Bursaries

NEW: O’Keefe Scholarship:

The O’Keefe Scholarship is granted annually to one art student who best meets the financial and artistic eligibility criteria for this opportunity. The scholarship offers Animation Portfolio Workshop Tuition for the full session. It offers one session per month with Patrick O’Keefe (Art Director for the Oscar winning film Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse) for the duration of the session. All art supplies are provided by Gwartzman’s Art Supplies.

For more info visit: animationportfolioworkshop.com

4-H Scholarships:

The 4-H scholarships will be available to current 4-H members who will attend school in the following year.

For more information, visit https://4-h-canada.ca/GrantsScholarshipsandAwards. Deadline - end of May

Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) Educational Foundation Scholarship Program:

There are numerous scholarships listed for students seeking careers in the aircraft electronics and aviation maintenance industry, as well as technicians from AEA member companies. However, it is The Field Aviation Co. Inc. Scholarship that is specific to Canadian Students. This scholarship is available to students who plan to attend, or are attending an accredited college or university in avionics or aircraft maintenance program. The educational institution where the student attends must be located in Canada.

For more information, visit https://www.aea.net/educationalfoundation/scholarships.asp.

Deadline – end of March

Aird Scholarship:

The scholarship is intended to help students with physical disabilities to study full time at a recognized post-secondary institution. 2 awards of $2500 are awarded annually.

More information is available at the OSAP website.

Allan Simpson Educational Fund Awards:

This scholarship was established to assist with the costs of post-secondary education for young people who are full orphans (both parents are deceased).

More information is available at http://grandlodgeofontario.ioof.net/allan_simpson_education_fund.htm.

Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians AEBC/T-Base Scholarship Program:

For blind, deaf-blind or partially sighted students studying (or planning to study) at a post-secondary institution; scholarships awarded on the bases of: academic performance, community involvement, overcoming adversity.

More information can be found at http://www.blindcanadians.ca/programs/scholarship.

Deadline – end of March

Allied Van Lines Scholarship:

For students enrolled (or enrolling) as a full time student of an accredited college/university within Canada for completion of undergraduate degree in Logistics or equivalent field.

For more information, visit http://www.alliedvanlines.ca/scholarship. Deadline – end of March

Association of Canada Lands Surveyors (ACLS) Foundation Geomatics Scholarship Program:

To students continuing studies in a geomatics program.

Visit https://www.acls-aatc.ca/en/node/66 for more information. Deadline – May 15

Bayer CropScience Scholarship for Future Leaders:

For students who have demonstrated leadership, engagement & contribution to the field of agriculture; enrolled in an agricultural bachelor degree program.

Visit https://www.cropscience.bayer.ca/our-company/careers/scholarshipinformation for more information. Deadline – end of April

Bill 7 Award:

The Bill 7 Award is open to LGBTQ students studying in Ontario who identify as lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, trans, two-spirited, and/or queer.

Visit https://bill7award.ca/apply/ for more details. Deadline – end of July

Black Business Professional Association (BBPA) National Scholarships:

To students meeting the specific criteria per scholarships.

Visit http://bbpa.org/events-programs/national-scholarships/ for a full listing and details.

Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada/Youth Education Awards for Brain Tumor Survivors:

Going to college and university is often a milestone for young adults but for pediatric brain tumor survivors, sometimes post-secondary school can be out of reach. Not only can there be the difficulties that come with late effects like epilepsy, physical disabilities or learning challenges, but finances may also be strained due to treatments and recovery. Today, because of the generosity of several donors, there is a special funding program dedicated to this unique group of survivors.

Visit http://www.braintumour.ca/4472/education-awards for more information. Deadline – mid May

Burger King Scholarship:

Burger King Created in memory of BURGER KING® Co-founder James “Jim” W. McLamore, the BURGER KING℠ Scholars program has awarded $28.3 million in scholarships to more than 26,800 high school students, BK® employees and their families across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico since 2000. In 2016 alone, the Foundation awarded $3 million to more than 2,800 students in North America. 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. Deadline – end of November www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram

CABEF (Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation) Scholarships:

CABEF awards six $2,500 scholarships annually to students enrolling in an agricultural university or college. These scholarships are funded through generous donations from agri-business and people involved in the agricultural industry.

Visit www.cabef.org for more information. Deadline – March 1

Canadian Cancer Society/Gertrude and LeRoy Rellinger Youth Volunteer Scholarship:

Entering your FIRST YEAR in a full time University, College or Industry program, a Canadian Cancer Society, Ontario Division, volunteer for the past year and who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to the Society’s mission.

Visit http://www.cancer.ca/en/get-involved/volunteering/ways-to-volunteer/youth-volunteer-opportunities/youth-volunteer-scholarship/?region=on&utm_source=VanityURL&utm_medium=Direct&utm_campaign=Volunteer_ON

Deadline – March 15

Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Scholarship:

Applicants must be either hard of hearing, deafened or oral deaf – support documentation required; first-time or returning post-secondary students at college or university; criteria include academic achievement, determination to cope with hearing loss, and community involvement. Please note there is 1 application form for all 4 scholarships.

Visit http://www.chha.ca/forms/en/ for more information. Deadline – March 1

Canadian Hospitality Foundation:

Only applicants who applied to the University of Guelph (Hotel and Food Admin.), Ryerson (Hospitality and Tourism), University of Calgary (Tourism and Hospitality and Mount Saint Vincent (Tourism and Hospitality) are eligible.

More information can be found at www.chfscholarships.com.

Canadian Junior Hereford Association (CJHA) KGF “Future of the Breed” Scholarships:

Must be an active member of the CJHA to apply.

Visit http://www.hereford.ca/4_scholarships.php for full details. Deadline – May 15

Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) Scholarships:

For any student who is blind or partially sighted.

Visit http://www.cnib.ca/en/about/Scholarships-Awards/awards/Scholarships/Pages/CNIB_Scholarships.aspx for a full listing of scholarships and details. Deadline – May 31

Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Scholarship Program (Great West Life, London Life & Canada Life):

For students aspiring to a career in medicine or health sciences. Must have an average of 85% or higher.

Visit http://www.cdnmedhall.org/scholarship-high-school-students for full details.

Canadian War Museum/Colonel Douglas H. Gunter History Awards:

Open to all senior students who plan on graduating from secondary school. Must submit one of the following media: Text/Visual Art/Audio or Video production on theme chosen for the year.

Visit: http://www.warmuseum.ca/learn/school-programs/the-colonel-douglas-h-gunter-history-awards/#tabs. Deadline – end of March

Childhood Cancer Canada Survivor Scholarship:

For any student who is a cancer survivor.

For full details, visit http://www.childhoodcancer.ca/for-families/survivor-scholarship/.

Deadline – May 31

Children’s Aid Foundation Scholarships and Bursaries:

There is a wide range of programs available.

Visit http://www.cafdn.org/apply-for-a-scholarship/ for more information.

County of Wellington Bursary/Scholarship:

The purpose of this program is to provide financial assistance for students within the County of Wellington who are pursuing studies at a post-secondary level and have a proven record of involvement in the community. Application forms, accompanied by a copy of an official transcript, must be submitted by the end of August.

More information is available at https://www.wellington.ca/en/index.aspx#.

Crohn’s and Colitis Canada (CCFC)/Abb Vie IBD Scholarship:

For students of any age living with this disease attending a post-secondary school.

Visit http://crohnsandcolitis.ca/Support-for-You/IBD-Scholarships for more information.

Deadline – May 31

CST Canadian Trust Plan, Karthiha Guruparan and Bill Windsor Scholarships:

These two awards of $6000 are granted, through competition, to Canadian students who are academically gifted, well-rounded, and pursuing their first undergraduate commerce/finance/business degree/diploma at a recognized post-secondary institution in our outside of Canada. This program is aimed at those students whose parents/guardians do not have a post-secondary education or received their post-secondary education outside of Canada.

More information can be found at http://www.cst.org/en/about-cst/scholarships.

Deadline – end of April

Dr. Albert Rose Bursary Program:

This bursary is available to all rent-geared-to-income housing tenants who will be enrolled in an education program. More information is available at www.ontario.ca/mah.

Dr. Ethel Chapman Scholarship & Wellington-Halton District Award:

The Dr. Ethel Chapman scholarship valued at $750 is for graduating students going into university and The Wellington-Halton Award valued at $500 is for students going to trade school or community college. The deadline for the application is the end of March. More information and a copy of the application forms are available in the Scholarship binder in Guidance.

Diabetes Hope Foundation (DHF) Scholarship Program:

Available to young adults living in Ontario who are successfully managing the challenges of living with Diabetes; recognizes the personal triumphs of exemplary young adults who demonstrate active involvement in community and/or sports activities while engaging in healthy self-management of their diabetes.

Visit http://diabeteshopefoundation.com/content/scholarship-program for more information.

Deadline - end of February

Dufferin County Scholarship Program:

The County of Dufferin has a scholarship program consisting of five one-time $2,500 scholarships. The program is intended to recognize outstanding Dufferin County students who will be pursuing post-secondary education and/or training.

Visit http://www.dufferincounty.ca/files/content-pdf/scholarship-application-package.pdf for more details. Deadline – end of May (*Please note, you must be signed into your email account before pressing "submit". You will receive a confirmation email within 1 business day. If you do not receive confirmation, please contact the Clerk's Department directly at (519) 941-2816, Ext. 2500)

Easter Seals Scholarships:

There are various scholarships available to students with physical disabilities listed on the website at http://www.easterseals.org/services/scholarships/ Deadline – beginning of May

Farm Management Canada (FMC) and the Canadian Association of Diploma in Agriculture Programs (CADAP) Excellence Award for Agricultural Students:

For students enrolled in agricultural studies. Applicant, applicant’s parent, or applicant’s academic institution must be a member of FMC to apply for this award.

Visit https://fmc-gac.com/programs-services/national-awards-scholarships/ Deadline – end of April

Foresters Competitive Scholarship Program:

Foresters Financial is proud to contribute to the success that education can bring to individuals, families and communities. Each year, we offer up to 250 tuition scholarships worth $2,000 to eligible students pursuing many kinds of post-secondary education at a university, community college or trade program.

Visit http://www.foresters.com/en/foresters-difference/grants-and-scholarships/foresters-competitive-scholarship#gref for more information.

Fraser Institute Student Essay Contest:

Open to High School, Under Graduate and Graduate Students. Must write a 1000 – 1500 word essay on assigned topic.

Visit https://www.fraserinstitute.org/education-programs/west/students/essay-contest for categories, prizes and further details. Deadline - June

Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center (FSWC) for Holocaust Studies:

Are you a Grade 12 student who.....

Has volunteer experience related to fighting racism, intolerance, bullying, and other forms of hate?

Has demonstrated strong leadership skills through various school and community initiatives?

Plans to attend a post-secondary learning institution next year?

Has an average of at least 80%?

You may qualify for this. Visit www.fswc.ca for more details.

Garfield Weston Awards:

For students entering 1st year of full-time college studies.

More information is available at www.garfieldwestonawards.ca.

Grand River Agricultural Society Bursary/Scholarship Program:

The Grand River Agricultural Society established this bursary/scholarship program to provide financial assistance for students within our community who are entering or enrolled in college or university agricultural programs. University and College credited programs are eligible for up to a $2500 award for the coming year.

Applications can be found at www.grandriveragsociety.com and www.grandriverraceway.com.

Deadline is July 15

Harry Jerome Awards:

Academic, arts, athletic and leadership awards are awarded to African Canadian students who have demonstrated excellence in any of these areas. More information can be found at www.bbpa.org

Hope Springs Spiritual Warrior Scholarship:

Applicants for the Spiritual Warrior Scholarship awards will have had an intimate encounter with cancer, either personally or through a family member or friend. They will be planning to attend their first year at a post- secondary educational institution on a full-time basis (as defined by the institution). At the time of the application, they will be living, working or attending any secondary school in the region of Waterloo, or in the Upper Grand and Wellington District School Boards.

More information can be found at https://www.hopespring.ca/about_us/spiritualwarrior/application Deadline – mid April

Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Program:

The Horatio Alger Association of Canada provides $650,000 annually in need-based scholarship support for deserving students in all Canadian provinces and territories. Scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to full-time students in their terminal year of high school with financial need (family income under $65,000) 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.

See more at: www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/#sthash.gI27TwkY.dpuf Deadline – mid October

International Order of The King’s Daughters and Sons (IOKDS) North American Indian Scholarships:

Offered to North American Indian students; must provide a tribal registration number. The scholarships are given for technical, vocational or college studies. More information can be found at http://iokds.org/scholarships/north-american-indian-scholarships/.

Deadline - request by March 1, submit by April 1

John Helou Scholarship/Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada Scholarship Program:

For those who live in Canada; have at least an 85% (or equivalent) average over the last 3 terms of available marks; be planning on enrolling full time in a STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering, or Math) program; live with a family in which an immediate member (self, sibling or parent/guardian) is directly affected by MS or an allied disease.

See the flyer at http://bit.ly/JohnHelouMS_Scholarship for more information.

The KidsAbility Carol Shantz Bursary Award:

The Carol Shantz Bursary Award is awarded each year to a current client or alumnus of KidsAbility™ who is enrolled in post-secondary school. Established to honour Carol Shantz, a former KidsAbility School Educator and Principal who retired in 2001, the award recognizes an individual who, through effort and perseverance, is seeking to cultivate their potential to its maximum by pursuing post-secondary education.

For more information, visit www.kidsability.ca/carolshantzbursary Deadline - beginning of May

Kin Canada Bursary:

Kin Canada Bursaries is a program of the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund, supported by Kinsmen, Kinette and Kin clubs, and public donations, across the country. Each year, $1,000 bursaries are awarded to successful Canadian applicants who are pursuing post-secondary education at a recognized university, community college, technical institute and other schools for advanced education. Of the bursaries awarded, there are four named bursaries: The “Diana Lyn McKenna Memorial Bursary” to a student from Ontario in the Health/Sciences field, the Bob Pittman Bursary for a Business student, the Kevin Denbok Bursary for Music students and the Winnipeg Kinsmen Jackpot Bingo Bursary awarded to a District 2 student.

For more information or to apply, visit https://www.kincanada.ca/about-bursaries Deadline - end of January

Kiwanis Foundation of Canada Youth Scholarship Program:

Not all Kiwanis clubs provide a scholarship program. Check to see if you r local club participates in this program. If it does, students may apply if they meet the following criteria: acceptable grades, good character, financial need, participation in student activities and community.

Visit http://www.kfcdn.org/scholarship.htm for more information. Deadline – March 15

LabNotes Art Scholarships:

https://rightlabs.com/labnotes/apply-500-scholarship-rightlabs/ Deadline – end of May

Making Grad Great -Graduation Scholarship:

This scholarship goes to the Grade 12 student who best displays how they went the extra mile to make grad special at their school.

Acting Out Grad – Theatre Arts Scholarship:

Grade 12 students applying should describe how they express themselves through music, acting or working behind-the-scenes.

Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) Roy Cooper Memorial Scholarship & The Justin Eves Foundation Grants:

Providing financial support for Ontario students with learning disabilities who meet the application criteria. Visit http://www.ldao.ca/scholarships-and-bursaries/ for more information.

Deadline – June (check website for exact dates)

The Leonard Foundation Financial Assistance Program:

A Financial Assistance Program for students enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a Canadian university or affiliated college. Visit http://www.leonardfnd.org/ for more details.

Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award for Students:

The Hon. Hilary M. Weston established this award in 1998 to recognize Ontario volunteers for their outstanding contributions to their communities. The award honours volunteers who serve as the backbone of not-for-profit organizations and who have a direct impact on the people their organizations serve. The Lieutenant Governor personally presents this award during community visits throughout Ontario. This distinction is awarded at the discretion of the Lieutenant Governor. Visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/honours-and-awards-volunteering for more information.

Lincoln M. Alexander Award:

For youth who have demonstrated leadership in eliminating racial discrimination in Ontario. You must be nominated from your school.

For more information, visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/honours-and-awards-inclusion.

Nomination deadline – May 31

Live Up To Bursary:

It is for students pursuing post-secondary education and had a parent die with limited or no life insurance. A 500 word essay or 3 minute video to enter and explain the impact with a $5000 bursary.

For more information visit: http://liveup2.org.

Loran Awards and Canadian Morehead-Cain Scholarships:

Students that best reflect the criteria of character, leadership and community service are considered to be strong candidates. Activities both within the school and out in the community are weighed equally. An 85% average is the minimum academic threshold for consideration.

More information can be found at www.loranaward.ca and http://www.moreheadcain.org/apply/.

Deadline – mid October

The Louise Russo Youth Awards:

These awards recognize youth that exemplify the 3R’s – Respect, Responsibility and the Role of leadership through initiatives that reduce violence in their communities. The Award celebrates and honours the qualities that are important in making our communities a safe place to live, learn and play.

For more information, visit http://louiserussowave.ca/programs/youth-awards. Deadline - March 1

Meridian’s Commitment to Communities Sean Jackson Scholarship:

This award recognizes and rewards community initiative, innovation and impact among Ontario youth. Each year, we award one leading post-secondary scholarship to a high school graduate who has demonstrated both academic excellence and an outstanding commitment to communities of their own. For more information, visit www.meridiancu.ca/scholarship.

For questions, email scholarship@meridiancu.ca. Deadline – mid May

Millennium Excellence Award Program:

Over 1000 awards are granted to students entering their 1st year of study at a Canadian post-secondary institution (college or university). Awards range from $4000 to $20,000. The criteria for selection are academic achievement and demonstrated leadership.

More information is available at https://www.scholarshipscanada.com/Scholarships/18118/Millennium-Excellence-Award-Program---Entrance-Award.

Monsanto Canada Opportunity Scholarship:

Scholarship of $1500 awarded to high school students enrolled at a post-secondary institution (degree or diploma) in a 1st year agriculture or forestry program.

More information is available at www.monsanto.ca. Deadline – end of May

Municipal Engineers Association (MEA) Bursary Awards Program:

For the children/dependants of municipal employees and Councillors entering a university engineering program.

For more information, visit http://www.municipalengineers.on.ca/bursary/.

Deadline – end of March

Nelson Civic Leadership Scholarship:

Nelson Education provides three $3,000 scholarships for students who are making a difference in their community while maintaining at least a 80% average.

Visit http://www.nelson.com/scholarship/ for more information. Deadline – June 29

Nelson Indigenous Student Scholarship:

Supports First Nation, Métis, and Inuit students in achieving their educational goals. Three $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who have demonstrated academic success, personal strength, and a commitment to preserving Indigenous languages and culture while maintaining an 80% average.

Visit http://www.nelson.com/scholarship/ for more information. Deadline - June 29

The N.R. Richards Masonic Bursary:

Established by the Freemasons of the Wellington Masonic District, this bursary worth $500 is to support students in need of financial assistance in their pursuit of post-secondary education and training. Students must be a resident of Guelph, Acton, Georgetown, Erin, Fergus, Elora, or Drayton. Applications with supporting letters of reference are due at the end of April.

More information and a copy of the application form are available in the Scholarship binder in guidance.

Deadline – April 30

NEW* O’Keefe Scholarship:

The O’Keefe Scholarship is granted annually to one art student who best meets the financial and artistic eligibility criteria for this opportunity. The scholarship offers Animation Portfolio Workshop Tuition for the full session. It offers one session per month with Patrick O’Keefe (Art Director for the Oscar winning film Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse) for the duration of the session. All art supplies are provided by Gwartzman’s Art Supplies.

For more info visit: animationportfolioworkshop.com

Olser Business Consulting Ltd. (OBCL) Epilepsy Scholarship Awards:

For students who are currently under an Ontario Physician’s care for epilepsy.

Visit http://epilepsyontario.org/programs/obcl-awards/ for more information. Deadline – May

Ontario Association of Children’s Rehabilitation (OACRS) Scholarship Award Program:

For students served by Ontario’s Children’s Treatment Centres and pursuing postsecondary education or career goal that involves a tuition fee.

Visit http://www.oacrs.com/en/scholarshipapplication for more information. Deadline – mid April

Ontario Dairy Youth Trust Fund Scholarship:

Key components are 4-H involvement, Junior Farmer involvement, community activities and future goals.

More info is available at http://www.ontario.holstein.ca/youth/scholarships. Deadline – June 15

Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA)//Brian Maxwell Memorial Scholarships:

With the support of several organizations, OFSAA is proud to assist hardworking student-athletes finance their post-secondary education through our various scholarship programs.

Our scholarships recognize 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.

Website: http://www.ofsaa.on.ca/programs/scholarships. Deadline - June 15

Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation Scholarships:

One of the most important mandates of the Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation is to nurture and advance the horticultural industry through the funding of industry-related scholarships. Each year the Foundation makes available a number of scholarships in the multiple categories. These awards are determined by available funding and the applications received. Note: all applicants must reside in Ontario.

For more information, go to http://www.horttrades.com/scholarship-and-bursary Deadline - June 30

Ontario Hostelry Institute College Entrance Awards:

Eight $2000 awards will be given to graduating students entering an Ontario community college in one of the following programs: culinary, hotel, tourism, food and beverage, hospitality, resort or events.

More information can be found at www.theohi.ca.

Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN)/Bursaries:

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.

Visit http://ojen.ca/en/program/bursaries-for-grade-12-students-pursuing-studies-toward-a-career-in-law for more information.

Ontario Power Generation Student Awards:

Student Awards highlight OPG's commitment to education by offering financial assistance to students from many diverse backgrounds and who are studying a wide variety of disciplines.

Select an award to see if you qualify or visit http://www.opg.com/communities-and-partners/scholarships/Pages/default.aspx. Community College Technician/Technology Award, Confederation College Negahneewin Incentive Award, Lakehead University Indigenous Award, John Wesley Beaver Memorial Award

Ontario Provincial Police Youth Foundation Bursary Awards:

For each OPP region in Ontario, the OPP youth Foundation will provide 2 bursaries each valued at $1,000. The bursaries are for one year only. The Bursaries are to be awarded to students graduating from a secondary school in Ontario to support their attendance at university, college or apprenticeship program. More details in the scholarship binder in the Guidance office.

Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) Scholarships:

OPSEU offers multiple scholarships with multiple deadlines.

Visit https://opseu.org/scholarships for a full listing with details.

Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation (OSSTF):

The Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation established this fund to assist financially the children of OSSTF/FEESO members (or deceased members) to obtain their first degree/diploma/certificate or apprenticeship. Ten $1,500 bursaries are available this year. Bursaries are awarded through a lottery process.

Visit https://www.osstf.on.ca/services/awards-scholarships-grants-and-bursaries/osstf-feeso-financial-assistance-awards-for-further-education/federation-family-education-fund.aspx for more information. Deadline – April 15

Ontario Student Trustees’ Association (OSTA-AECO)/Ontario Student Voice Awards (OSVAs):

The Ontario Student Voice Awards (OSVA) are given annually to outstanding students across Ontario. OSVA’s are a way for the Ontario Student Trustees to give back to the most exceptional students in our province, those who dedicate their time into passionately representing their community and advocating for the issues most important to them. They are critical in providing vital feedback that both students and educators need to further enhance Ontario’s education system, as well as rewarding students who are committed to making a difference. There are 6 different scholarships in total.

More info can be found at http://www.osta-aeco.org/scholarships/. Deadline – Mid April

Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (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.

See more at: https://www.otip.com/bursary#sthash.RpwawK1i.dpuf Deadline – June 15

ORBA Scholarships:

ORBA scholarships are presented annually to two high school and two post-secondary students who are enrolled in a civil engineering program at an Ontario university or a civil technology or technician program at an Ontario college. The recipients are recognized at ORBA’s annual Convention.

Visit http://orba.org/scholarships/ for more details. Deadline – end of May

The Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarships/Canadian Wildlife Foundation:

The Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarships are awarded once per year to post-secondary students in the field of conservation. The fund is administered by the Canadian Wildlife Foundation and is financed entirely by private-sector donations in memory of Orville Erickson, a prominent Canadian conservationist and past CWF president.

Application can be found at http://cwf-fcf.org/en/about-cwf/funding/scholarships/ .

Deadline - May 25

RBC Scholarship:

Visit www.rbc.com/scholarships

RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program - The RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program was launched in 1992 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.

RBC awards 10 scholarships in two categories:

· For students majoring in disciplines related to the financial services industry

· For students majoring in disciplines unrelated to the financial services industry

We also consider scholarship recipients who are interested in careers in financial services for summer and post-graduate employment

For more information or to apply: www.GoToApply.ca/RBC or http://www.rbc.com/careers/aboriginal_student_awards.html for more information.

Deadline – End of February

Retail Council of Canada;

Retail as a Career Scholarship: Supporting the retailers of tomorrow. There are 20 scholarships available – one $5000 Interac Scholarship, one $3000 Canadian Retail Hall of Fame Scholarship and eighteen $1000 Industry-Sponsored Scholarships.

www.retailcouncil.org/memberservices/retail-education/retail-as-a-career-scholarship-program

Deadline – March 31

The Royal Canadian Legion Bursary Assistance Program:

The Bursary Program is 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. Approved bursary assistance is not based upon scholastic standing but rather on the successful admission status to a post-secondary institution or successful completion of one or more years leading to a recognized degree, diploma or certificate.

For more information, visit http://www.on.legion.ca/remembrance/youth-programs/bursaries

Deadline - last Friday in March

Schizophrenia Society of Ontario (SSO) Scholarship Program:

For individuals in Ontario affected by schizophrenia or psychosis who are attending an accredited university or college, vocational institute, trade school or high school equivalency program; also includes private universities and accredited online institutions; evaluated on: Quality of references/Quality of personal essay/ Success in dealing with the illness (if applicable)/Appropriateness of academic and or vocational goals.

Visit www.schizophrenia.on.ca/Programs-and-Services/Scholarship for more information.

Deadline – mid March

Schulich Leader Scholarships:

Creating the next generation of technology innovators Founding philanthropist Seymour Schulich believes in supporting exceptional young minds that demonstrate influential leadership and embrace STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) fields. He believes that together we are creating the next generation of technology innovators.

For more information, visit http://www.schulichleaders.com/ or look for supporting documentation in the scholarship binder in the Guidance office.

Shire Canada ADHD Scholarship Program:

Open to students who are legal residents of Ontario diagnosed with ADHD; accepted to , or enrolled in a post-secondary program at a Canadian accredited two-year to four-year college, university, trade school, technical school, or vocational school located in Alberta, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Ontario or Quebec.

More information can be found at http://www.shireadhdscholarship.com/CA-EN/defaultclosed.aspx. Deadline – mid April

Smith Valeriote Education Bursary:

Smith Valeriote Law Firm LLP, created a bursary fund to support educational costs of deserving students. They believe that it is important to encourage students, who choose post-secondary education, including both college and university bound students, who may have financial barriers to success. See the attached document for eligibility and application details and form

Deadline: Mid-May. Questions? Contact the Guelph Community Foundation at: 519-821-9216 or by email: admin@guelphcf.ca

Sobeys & Empire Work Experience & Scholarship Program:

Employees are eligible if they currently work at any corporate location or are employed by a franchisee or affiliate (incl., Foodland, FreshCo., IGA, Lawton’s Drugs, Safeway, Thrifty Foods), and meet the following criteria: Worked without breaks in service for a minimum of (6) months or 500 hours as of April 30th. Have obtained, or are in the process of obtaining, a high school diploma, or are registered as a full-time student at a Canadian college/university, with an academic achievement of 70% or above in their last semester.

Visit http://sobeyscareers.com/scholarship/ for more information.

Applications accepted between April 1 and March 30

Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association of Ontario (SB&H) Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick Scholarship Program:

Open to Canadian citizens with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus residing in the province of Ontario; election based on applicant’s motivation, self-awareness, and goal setting, as well as potential for success.

Visit http://www.sbhao.on.ca/ for more details. Deadline – last business day in April

St. John’s Ambulance National Bursary Program:

St. John Ambulance Canada is committed to making post-secondary education more accessible for its volunteers. We are proud to offer 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.

For more information, visit https://www.sja.ca/English/How-You-Can-Help/Pages/Donate/Student%20Bursaries%20and%20Scholarships/Student-Scholarships-and-Bursaries.aspx. Deadline - March 15

The Stacey Levitt Memorial Award/Parachute:

The Stacey Levitt Memorial Award was created in memory and celebration of Stacey’s life by her family through Parachute. This annual high school student award encourages Canadian youth to embody Stacey’s qualities and ideals and Parachute’s overarching goal of a long life lived to the fullest, while maintaining an approach that is rooted in risk management and injury prevention.

The Levitt family awards each year's selected recipient $2,500 in funding to help them live their life to the fullest. The award could be put towards an educational endeavour, engagement in sports, or investment in a travel experience – all pursuits that would have resonated with Stacey. Award recipients are expected to write a reflection on the impact of the funding on their life, due within one year of the distribution of funds.

For more information, visit http://www.parachutecanada.org/programs/topic/C413

Deadline - end of February

TD Canada Trust Scholarships:

Scholarships valued at up to $70,000 for up to 4 years of study at any approved university or college. Awards are based on scholarships and community involvement.

More information is available at www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship.

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award:

20 renewable awards of up to $7000 are awarded yearly to university or college bound students who demonstrate the highest ideals of citizenship.

More information is available at www.terryfoxawards.ca.

Toronto Foundation Joubin/Selig Scholarship Fund:

For students in Ontario, with permanent physical (mobility) disabilities, enrolled in a post-secondary program. Assessment includes good grades (a “must”); volunteer and extra-curricular activities.

Visit https://torontofoundation.ca/joubin-selig-scholarship/ for more information.

Deadline – mid April

Union Gas/Spectra Energy Scholars Program:

The program will award 10 scholarships for up to $5,000 per year for four years and two one-time $2,500 scholarships to graduating high/secondary school seniors who are dependents of eligible employees and retirees in the U.S. and Canada.

Program information: spectra-energy-scholars-fund-program Deadline – end of January.

More info is available in the Scholarship binder in the Guidance office.

Vedic Cultural Centre ASM Scholarship:

For a member of a Hindu family, living in Ontario, who has applied to a Canadian post-secondary institution; minimum of 80% average; election based on merit, community service, career aspirations and financial need.

Visit http://www.vedicculturalcentre.com/scholarship.htm for more information.

Deadline – mid April

“Whipper” Billy Watson Education Bursary:

This bursary has been established to assist students with physical disabilities in full-time study at an Ontario College of Applied Arts & Technology. Bursaries are granted each year to one male and one female who demonstrate potential for studies at the Community College level.

For more information, visit http://school.hollandbloorview.ca/scholarships/application%20forms

Deadline – end of April

Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) Scholarships:

For students living in Ontario attending a post-secondary school in Ontario.

Visit https://www.whsc.on.ca/Resources/For-Young-Workers/Scholarship-Bursaries for more information. Deadline – End of May

Zonta International Young Women in Public Affairs Award:

The goal of the Zonta International Yong Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award Program is to encourage more young women to participate in the public affairs by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.

For more information, see the scholarship binder in Guidance or visit http://www.zonta.org/.

Revised: Jan 2020