National / Provincial Scholarship Information


Tell Prestige Photography what your grad photos mean to you for a chance to receive one of three $1,000 scholarships* toward your academic or career goals. Simply submit your application and a one-page essay by January 31, 2024 to qualify.

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There are currently over 8 Million Dollars worth of scholarships open for applications on ScholarTree! This week alone, we have added 15 scholarships worth over $120,000.

Once students complete their profiles, they will be matched to all the awards they qualify for. However, many students miss that at the top left-hand corner of their scholarship list, they can filter scholarships by various categories: Program of Study, Ethnicity, Financial Need, etc.

Here is a list of scholarships available this month:

PDF – October 2023 Scholarship List

Here are two unique scholarships:

We know that in these uncertain economic times, more people are worried about finances than usual, so we wanted to create a short presentation about where students can find scholarships and provide tips to improve their scholarship applications. Access the presentation here: Scholarship Advice


Attention Grads:

Student Scholarships.org has a list of 14 Scholarship programs available to BC students.  More than 350 individual scholarships will be distributed through these 14 programs. Student from BC school districts are eligible for all the awards below.

Full newsletter with links HERE


Comox Valley School District Presents: Scholarship Information Seminar
www.keytoscholarships.com

Time: 6:00PM
Date: Wednesday, October 18th, 2023
Location: Online via Zoom at the link below
https://bit.ly/3ZpRopy
• Meeting ID: 655 2529 5836
• Passcode: 926647
About:
Join Brittany Palmer of Unlock your Future as she leads students and parents through a step-bystep program for navigating the scholarship process. Students in grades 11/12 and parents are
welcome and encouraged to attend: it is never too early to get started. This comprehensive
presentation covers topics ranging from building your scholarship foundation to crafting a strong
personal statement. Contrary to popular belief, students do not need 95% averages or
international achievements to win scholarships. Through this seminar, Brittany debunks common
scholarship myths and breaks down the complex process into a manageable form. Using this
program, Brittany and her younger brother Bo collectively won 35 scholarships totaling over
$125,000. Since 2005, she has shared her story and strategies with tens of thousands of
students, parents and educators. Through this dynamic and informative presentation, Brittany
demonstrates that scholarships are indeed possible


Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST)

Scholarships:

Youth Leadership Award Scholarships

We have 8 Youth Leadership Award Scholarships to hand out before the end of the year! These scholarships are for female* students in grades 10-12 that love STEM and want to share their passion with others.

Successful applicants will create a project of their own design that promotes careers in STEM. Examples include creating paintings, infographics, photo essays, short stories — or something else entirely!

The successful candidates will receive a $500 honorarium for supplies to start the project and the remaining $500 honorarium upon completion of the project.

Learn more and apply at: https://scwist.ca/forms/youth-leadership-award-application-form/

Youth Skills Development Scholarships

We also have 16 Youth Skills Development Scholarships to hand out before the end of the year!

These scholarships are for female* students ages 16-21 in Canada that would like to cover the costs of professional development, such as attending a Science Fair or participating in science-related camps or courses.

The successful candidates will receive $500 that must be used to cover professional development expenses of equal or greater value, including associated costs or attendance fees..

Learn more and apply at: https://scwist.ca/forms/youth-skills-development-scholarship/

*Please note that we use the terms female, women and girls with a broad meaning that includes people who identify themselves as women, girls, trans, genderqueer, non-binary, two-spirit, and gender questioning.


In March of every year, North Island College offers hundreds of bursaries to students. If you are planning on attending, the online application will close April 26th. Students can get a sneak preview here: Application Tutorial Video as well as helpful hints on how to complete the application.


Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarships
$5,000(x80)
Deadline: October 2023

Apply HERE


2023/24 BC Provincial Scholarships program

Applications for these scholarships close on February 15th, 2023


Coast Capital Savings

Helping Canadians access upskilling and reskilling.

We understand that it has never been more important for Canadians to gain the skills and education they need to advance their careers and gain stability. Yet for many students this can be out of reach financially. That’s why Coast Capital is working to support people to access the education and skills training they need to prepare them for the jobs of the future.

Accessing post-secondary education is a big financial commitment and we’re here to remove one more obstacle on young people on their path to a better financial future.

Link HERE


Schulich Leader Scholarships are the largest and most prestigious undergraduate Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) scholarships in Canada, with a value of up to $100,000 each. Fifty students receive this celebrated award each year – a top student can win from your school! Last year, 70% of winning recipients came from schools that had never produced a Schulich Leader before.

  • Every high school in Canada may nominate one student per academic year
  • Nomination deadline is January 31, 2024

See Mr. Swanson in the Counselling Centre for more information.


The Loran Scholars Foundation is beginning its search for the 31st class of Loran Scholars, and we need your help to identify students who demonstrate strength of character, dedication to serving others in the community, and the promise of leadership potential.

The individuals we seek possess integrity, courage, compassion, intellectual curiosity, as well as a high level of personal autonomy and self-motivation.

Valued at up to $100,000, the Loran Award includes study at one of our 25 partner universities, summer internships, mentorship, and participation in a community of supporters and alumni working towards a better country and world.

Important Dates:

The deadline for school sponsored applications is October 15th, 2023 at 8:00pm (Eastern Time).

  • Each high school may sponsor up to three students.
  • Additional students may submit direct pool applications (without sponsorship) by October 22nd, 2020 at 8:00pm (Eastern Time).

Please see Mr. Swanson in the Counselling Centre for more information.


RE/MAX Quest for Excellence®

The Quest for Excellence program is a bursary program for grade 12 students in Western Canada. It was established by RE/MAX of Western Canada to recognize the success and ongoing pursuits of Western Canadian students in regard to leadership and community contribution initiatives.

What is Awarded?

RE/MAX of Western Canada will award 16 bursaries of $1,000 each to qualifying Grade 12 students. In addition, each award includes a Certificate of Excellence signed by the Regional Executive Vice President of RE/MAX of Western Canada. Winners will be notified in April 2024.

Who Can Participate?

The Quest for Excellence is open to all Grade 12 students attending high school from September 2023 – June 2024. Grade 12 students may not have participated in graduation commencement ceremonies in the past. Applicants must be a resident of one of the following provinces/territories.

What is Required?

Students are to convey the contributions they have made to their communities in a short online essay, maximum 1,250 words. Key qualities students should demonstrate are leadership, motivation and communication skills. Other attributes may include volunteering, participation in charitable events or fundraising, and contributions that enrich the lives of others and their communities.


Cmolik Scholarship – up to $40,000 per recipient

Who should apply?

Eligible applicants must:

  • Be a resident of BC
  • Have lived in Canada for a minimum of 7 years
  • Plan to graduate from a BC secondary school
  • Plan to attend and study full time at a post secondary university, college or trade school
  • Be ineligible for the BC Tuition Waiver Program (for former youth in care)
  • Have experienced adversity or hardship
  • Have exhibited a good work ethic
  • Have demonstrated financial need
  • Evidence of leadership involvement

Apply here.


Beedie Luminaries is a social-profit enterprise designed to help remove barriers to education and provide wrap-around support for promising students who are facing financial adversity. Students who are smart, but constrained by circumstance. Students who are ready to rise above their circumstances and achieve their dreams.

Our scholarship provides access to BC public universities, colleges and trade schools and enables promising Grade 12 BC students to achieve their dreams.

  • 140 scholarships offered in 2023
  • $44,000 per student / 4-year undergraduate degree
  • $22,000 per student / 2-year college or trade-school diploma
  • “Stay on Track” student support
  • BL Peer Support Groups
  • Access to mentors
  • Summer paid internship opportunities

Apply here.


​Scholarships Canada

Scholarships Canada is a free website with an extensive database (80,000+ scholarships!) that lists numerous scholarship opportunities in detail. When you register you will provide information ranging from your year of study to your hobbies, which will be used as keywords to run through their system.

At the end of the process, you will have an inbox of awards that are appropriate for you based on the information you supplied. In addition, they have a number of sister websites that provide a comprehensive system for guiding students through the post-secondary experience: School Finder, Study in Canada and Grad School Finder. Scholarships Canada also offers online webinars on a number of different topics and newsletters.

Yconic​

Formerly known as Student Awards, this was rebranded as yconic in December 2014. This is also a free website where you complete a registration process and an inbox of scholarships is created for you. yconic also has an online community, where you can interact with other students.

In the event that you are wondering whether recipients have been contacted regarding a certain scholarship or if you are interested in hearing other students’ experience with a particular program, you can post a thread on the forum to ask other students or browse through first as the question may have already been asked and answered.

Student Financial Assistance Website​ ​

This Student Financial Assistance website is run by the Government of Canada. This resource provides information on Canadian post-secondary education.

Education Planner​ BC

If you live in British Columbia or are planning to study in British Columbia, Education Planner BC can help you compare post-secondary options. ​

Student Budget Calculators

There are a number of online calculators that can help you build a budget for post-secondary expenses. Below are links to several options: