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Scholarships & Bursaries
Scholarships, in most cases, require a high GPA and are given based on academic merit. Bursaries are usually given out based on financial need, and generally don’t require a high GPA to be received.
This is by no means an extensive list, as there are many bursaries and scholarships. However, all of these bursaries and scholarships have one thing in common, they all require a certain amount of community service and/or volunteering to be obtained!
Scholarships
Bursaries
Scholarships
Award Name: Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
Value: $6,000
Terms of Reference: The Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program is intended to encourage Canadian youth to seek the high ideals represented by Terry Fox by the granting of commemorative awards for the pursuit of higher education. The program provides scholarships to students entering or attending post secondary educational institutions within Canada. The successful applicants are recognized for dedication to community service, humanitarianism, perseverance and courage in the face of obstacles, and pursuit of excellence in fitness and academics. Award recipients must be Canadian citizens or have landed immigrant status. The value of the award is $6,000 annually, for a maximum of four years or until a first degree is obtained. For those who attend institutions that do not charge tuition fees, the award is $3,500 per year. Successful Terry Fox scholars are expected to participate in Program activities such as volunteer service, yearly meeting and annual reports.
Award Name: All Nations Trust Company/All Nations Development Corporation Endowment Fund Awards
Value: $500
Terms of Reference: The purpose of these awards is to recognize individuals who are goal oriented, dedicated and have demonstrated good citizenship within their communities. This award is open to status, non-status, or Metis students who currently live within or are originally from one of the following five Tribal Regions: Kootenay, Lillooet, Shuswap, Thompson and Okanagan. These awards are designed to reward academic achievements and assist Aboriginal students in their pursuit of post-secondary education. MESSENGER AWARD: Students must be graduating from high school in the current year and registered in a post-secondary institute for the following terms as a full time student. POST SECONDARY AWARD: Students must be registered and attending a post-secondary education institution. Application package should include: an application form, a resume, a statement or letter describing career objectives, goals, involvement in activities at school or community and leadership skills, a transcript and two letters of reference, one personal and one professional.
Award Name: Moving Lives Forward Scholarship
Value: 6 scholarships of $750.00 and 2 scholarships of $1,500.00
Terms of Reference: Open to people have a severe and persistent mental illness: schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or schizoaffective disorder. To be awarded by lottery to people who meet thecriteria. The goal of the Moving Lives Forward Scholarship is to help people acquire the educational and vocational skills necessary to reintegrate into society, secure jobs and regain their lives. The deadlinefor applications is June 30, 2006. Please call 604-873-0103 or email mdabc@telus.net for the application forms or if you have any questions.
Award Name: Zajac Scholarship - BC Centre For Ability
Value: $400
Terms of Reference: The Zajac Scholarship is awarded annually to an individual with a disability that is attending/or planning to attend post secondary education. Applicant must be a Canadian citizen or resident; have a physical, neurological and /or developmental disability; attend post secondary (credited courses leading to a degree, diploma or certificate) or a structured vocational program; demonstrate social interests, such as participation in volunteer work or leadership in community activities and demonstrate the philosophy and values of the BC Centre for Ability.
Award Name: Lotus Light Charity Society Scholarship
Value: $300
Terms of Reference: Any student who is 17 years or older and attending or planning to attend college, university, or technical institution on a full time basis may be eligible to receive a $300 scholarship to assist him/her in his/her studies. Preferences will be given to single parents with children under 11 years of age, or students who are working part-time. There are 10 awards to be given. Application must include: transcript of previous semester; if applicable, proof of acceptance for entry to educational institutions; resume containing information of education, work and volunteer experience and letters of reference from previous employers, teachers and volunteer organizations.
Lotus Light Charity Society, #200-357 East Hastings St., Vancouver BC, V6A 1P3, Tel: (604) 685-5548, Fax (604) 605-1002.
Award Name: Don Smith Scholarship Fund (BCTV)
Value: $2,500
Terms of Reference: In recognition of Don Smith's long-term contributions to the broadcasting industry, BCTV has established a trust fund in his name that will provide scholarships to a maximum of $2,500 per year for up to four students enrolled in a recognized broadcast communications program, or a university program with an emphasis on broadcast journalism. These scholarships are intended to encourage entrance to a career in broadcasting to members of groups who are currently underrepresented in the broadcast industry. These groups are First Nations peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and women. The applicant must be a member of one of the underrepresented groups, be a permanent resident/citizen of British Columbia; have a high level of commitment to a career in broadcasting; have demonstrated ability to work well with others; have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Selection will be based on evidence of a balanced lifestyle, including leadership ability and a record of community service. Academic achievement and financial need will also be considered. A letter of application, accompanied by a resume, current scholastic record, and two personal letters of reference must be submitted.
Award Name: Phyllis P. Harris Scholarship - Planned Parenthood Federation of Canada
Value: $2,500
Terms of Reference: The scholarship is for full-time undergraduate students in third or fourth year level at a Canadian University. The scholarship is open for application to Canadian citizens or landed immigrants who intend to work for a degree in the field of family planning or population issues. The field is defined broadly to include aspects of biology, education, history, medicine, political science, psychology, international studies, social work or sociology. No special application is required. The applicant must submit a typed essay of about 500 words, outlining relevant background education, objectives and plans for the future. Applicants should include a resume showing a variety of interests, including volunteer and community experience. Application must include name, address and telephone number of two references. Reference letters should be sent directly to the office of Planned Parenthood Federation of Canada.
Award Name: School for the Contemporary Arts Scholarship
Value: $2,000
Terms of Reference: The purpose of this award is to recognize achievement of excellence in the Arts for outstanding artistic contribution, as evidenced in performance, exhibitions or research; as well as recognize leadership ability by providing an inspiring example to peers through the quality of artistic work, and by demonstrating ability to be self-motivated and self-directed in extra- curricular activities at Simon Fraser University or in the community at large. A 3.5 cumulative grade point average is required to receive and maintain the Scholarship and full time registration must be maintained during the tenure of the Scholarship. Further eligibility requires at least 48 graded credit hours at Simon Fraser University, a declared major and acceptance by the School for the Contemporary Arts. The award will be made by the Senate Undergraduate Awards Adjudication Committee on the nomination of the Director, School for Contemporary Arts.
Award Name: F.J. Connell Music Scholarship Trust
Value: $750
Terms of Reference: The F.J. Connell Music Scholarship Trust is a charitable organization whose sole purpose is to provide (in perpetuity) an annual scholarship to university music students; winners are eligible to reapply in a subsequent year. Eligibility: ¥ Undergraduate or graduate student at a recognized university. ¥ Full-time or part-time studies. ¥ Successful completion of the equivalent of one year of full-time studies in music. ¥ Currently majoring in music (performance, education, composition, history, etc.) and planning a professional career in music. ¥ Preference given to students who, through academic performance, extra-curricular activities, and community involvement, best illustrate the values which F.J. Connell taught through the gift of music (e.g. co-operation, honesty, work ethic, responsibility, teamwork, dedication, commitment, patience, goal setting). Application must include a curriculum vitae, an essay (not more than 500 words) which indicates your extra-curricular activities and community involvement, one academic and one character reference (sent directly from the referee) and an official transcript of grades (sent directly from the Registrar).
Award Name: SWANA Scholarship for Studies in Solid Waste Management & Environmental Protection
Value: $500
Terms of Reference: The BC Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America is offering a number of $500 scholarships to encourage students studying in disciplines related to solid waste management and environmental protection and leading careers in these fields. Recipients of the scholarships will be determined by a panel of SWANA members and will be chosen on the basis of intended course of studies, academic performance, involvement in school and community activities, involvement in activities which is related to solid waste management or environmental protection, a brief written submission (500 words or less) and references. Applicants must be registered in a full course of studies in an environmental management or related program at a recognized post-secondary institution in British Columbia. They must have completed their first year of post-secondary studies.
Award Name: Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation Scholarships
Value: $5,000
Terms of Reference: The CEMF offers a $5000 Undergraduate Engineering Scholarships to young women who are proven leaders and active in their community to encourage them to pursue a career in engineering. Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an accredited Canadian undergraduate engineering program of study and be in their first year, second year or the first term of their third year. Scholarships are based primarily on demonstrated community leadership and involvement in extracurricular activities. Special emphasis is placed on leadership to recognize and encourage continued contributions to Canadian society. Work experience may also be considered in awarding scholarships. Applicants must be willing to act as role models and promote engineering to young girls. Each scholarship winner will be required to make a presentation to at least one pre-university audience.
Award Name: Ruth Hancock Scholarships - Canadian Association of Broadcasters
Value: $1,500
Terms of Reference: To qualify, you must complete the application, include a 500-word outline explaining why you're taking a communications course, your career goal, and how the scholarships will help you and a signed recommendation from your course director. Applicants are expected to demonstrate strong character and leadership qualities; a willingness to assist others in the industry; genuine interest in pursuing a broadcasting career, as reflected in extra-curricular activities related to broadcasting and/or self-initiated undertakings.
Award Name: Elma Krbavac Undergraduate Scholarship in Computing Science
Value: $1000
Terms of Reference: To an undergraduate student in Computing Science based on high academic standing and demonstrated volunteer involvement. Candidates should demonstrate their involvement in volunteer activities by providing such details in a resume and cover letter with their application.
Award Name: Ellen Bell YMCA Memorial Scholarship
Value: $1,000
Terms of Reference: Awarded to a student pursuing a career in marketing and advertising. Ellen Bell will be remembered for the boundless energy, intelligence, kindness and willingness to commit herself to the betterment of the community. The scholarship will be granted to an individual or individuals who demonstrates these qualities. Applications must be in writing, giving full particulars together with the reason for applying (in 500 words or less) along with letters of reference
Award Name: Vancouver Korean-Canadian Scholarship Award
Value: $1000
Terms of Reference: The award will be made to Korean-Canadian students who excel in academic or vocational training, in community activities, or in other meritorious activities. Financial needs will also be considered.
Award Name: Joseph and Rosalie Segal Scholarship
Value: $1,000
Terms of Reference: To students with good academic records, and demonstrated service to the University or the community. The awards will be open to students in any faculty who have completed at least 60 credit hours of study.
Award Name: Rhodes Scholarships
Value: Varies
Terms of Reference: Eleven scholarships are open for Canadian students and will be awarded annually. These scholarships are tenable at the University of Oxford, England. They are granted for two years, with the possibility of a third year. Scholars are required to go to Oxford in October of each year. Selection is made on the basis of school and college records without written examinations. The qualities which will be considered in making the selection are: literary and scholastic attainment; fondness and success in outdoor sports; qualities of truthfulness, courage, devotion to duty, sympathy for and protection of the weak, kindliness, unselfishness, and fellowship; exhibition of moral force of character and of instincts to lead and take an interest in one's contemporaries. Qualities of both character and intellect are the most important requirements for a Rhodes Scholarship; these are what the selection committees will seek. Financial need does not receive special consideration. Candidate must: be a Canadian citizen or a person domiciled in Canada; have been born between October 2, 1981 and October 1, 1987; and have received an undergraduate degree before taking up the scholarship.
Award Name: The William McCallum Memorial Scholarship
Value: $500
Terms of Reference: This scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate of Dawson College entering, or already studying law. The scholarship is renewable in the amount of $500 per year, for a maximum of four years. It will be awarded to students who show high probability of both responsible citizenship and academic and professional success. The basis for selecting winners is scholarship, character, leadership, and community involvement.
Award Name: The Cement Association of Canada Environmental Scholarships Program
Value: $1,500
Terms of Reference: The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage academic excellence in the pursuit of higher education and to increase the awareness of the cement industry at Canadian universities chosen by the Cement Association of Canada. Award recipients will be selected from environmental science or environmental engineering programs. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or have lived in Canada for at least two years as a permanent resident and entering the third year of a full-time undergraduate program at a qualifying institution in the year of application. Applicants must have fully completed the two years of course work in an environmental science or environmental engineering program that is required to continue a third year of their eligible program. Evaluation is based upon the student's academic transcripts, a 500-word essay, letters of reference and the results of any achievement or aptitude tests that have been taken by the student. In addition to academic merit, the selection committee will take into consideration the student's involvement in any extracurricular activities. Each eligible educational institution may nominate one candidate. The award is tenable for up to two consecutive academic years or until the award holder obtains a first undergraduate degree.
Award Name: Great-West Life Scholarship in Business Administration
Value: $1,000
Terms of Reference: The award will be made to a full-time undergraduate student who is in their fourth year of study in the Faculty of Business Administration on the basis of academic performance and demonstrated volunteer involvement. To be considered eligible, candidates should demonstrate their involvement in volunteer activities by providing their resume and cover letter specific to these interests.
Bursaries
Award Name: Saskexpo '86 Bursary
Value: $3,000
Terms of Reference: Saskatchewan secondary school student entering either Simon Fraser University in British Columbia or The University of Saskatchewan at Saskatoon in Saskatchewan. The award will alternate between Simon Fraser University and the University of Saskatchewan. For 1988-1989 (the first year of the award), the bursary was for a student attending Simon Fraser University. Selection will be made on the basis of financial need, the student's demonstrated contribution to his/her school and community, and leadership potential. Consideration may also be given to the student's academic record. Applications will be submitted to the Simon Fraser University Senate Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries Committee, in care of the Director of Financial Assistance at Simon Fraser University for students who plan to attend Simon Fraser University; and to the University of Saskatchewan Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries Committee, in care of the Registrar, for students planning to attend The University of Saskatchewan.
Award Name: Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Chu Bursary
Value: $1,000
Terms of Reference: To an undergraduate student in any faculty. Bursaries will be granted on the basis of demonstrated financial need, demonstrated service to the community, and a satisfactory academic performance.
Award Name: Dorothy and Alex MacDonald Bursary
Value: $1,000
Terms of Reference: One or more bursaries will be awarded to undergraduate students in any faculty who have a satisfactory academic record and demonstrates financial need. A short letter outlining dedication to and involvement in the community should accompany the application.
Award Name: KIN Canada Bursaries - A Program of the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund
Value: $1,000
Terms of Reference: The program was established to promote, encourage and sponsor educational programs and activities by providing assistance to applicants in their quest for higher learning at a recognized post-secondary institution. Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant, must plan to register as a full-time student in September at a recognized University, Community College, Technical Institute or other post-secondary institution for advanced learning, must demonstrate high ideals and qualities of citizenship and not have previously received a bursary from the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund. Applications must be submitted to a Kinsmen, Kinette, or Kin Club nearest to the applicants' permanent residence.
Award Name: Barry Sullivan, Q.C. Memorial Bursary
Value: $1,000
Terms of Reference: The Barry Sullivan, Q.C. Memorial Bursary is available to anyone pursuing a degree in one of the three following disciplines, law, education, and social work. Successful applicants should meet the following criteria: 1) Be enrolled in a degree granting post-secondary institution in BC, 2) Be enrolled full time, 3) Have completed their first year of studies. Graduate students are welcome to apply, 4) Should demonstrate strong/high academic standing at the post-secondary level, 5) Should display financial need, 6) Should be involved with volunteer work, community organizations, or in extra curricular activities outside of school, 7) Should display some work experience. Application should include an application form, minimum two reference letters, transcripts, a yearly budget outlining financial need and a list of financial awards received in the past four years.
Award Name: Trident Enrichment Society Bursary
Value: $600
Terms of Reference: To an entering or first year undergraduate student in any faculty. The bursary will be awarded to a student with a satisfactory academic record and demonstrated financial need in the continuing pursuit of their studies. The application must be accompanied by a letter outlining the applicant's participation in community service.
Award Name: Emergency Preparedness for Industry and Commerce Council Bursary (EPICC)
Value: $500
Terms of Reference: The Emergency Preparedness for Industry and Commerce Council (EPICC) has established an annual bursary to be awarded to a deserving student undertaking a program of studies which includes at least one emergency management course. Qualification requirements for the bursary are: current study program includes at least one course in emergency management, study program leads to a diploma or a degree at a BC post-secondary institution, financial need, demonstrated involvement in community service, good academic standing, two references and application to include a 500 word essay on the importance of emergency preparedness for the well being of the business community. Preference will be given to EPICC members/employees or their immediately family.
Award Name: Dr. Ben Gullison Bursary
Value: $500
Terms of Reference: To second, third or fourth year students in any undergraduate program. In recognition of Dr. Gullison's work, evidence of community service will be considered in making the award.