All the Costs Involved in Attending the University for an Undergraduate Degree

Vancouver School Board Career Centres CANADIAN SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Sponsored by External Organizations (e.g. Businesses, Unions, Associations, Foundations, etc.)

Additional Scholarship Websites to Check Out: Scholarships offered by the post-secondary institution(s) where you are applying

www.scholarshipscanada.com http://aboriginallearning.ca/resources/1/1 www.studentawards.com www.aboriginalcanada.gc.ca/ab/site.nsf/index-eng www.studentscholarships.org http://indspire.ca/scholarships http://www.fastweb.com

Please note: This listing is intended only as a guide. These are some of the scholarships that have been awarded in the past years. Students are responsible for confirming information with the granting organization. Up-to-date information can also be obtained from the Career Centre. Students should also research financial awards from other sources such as the websites listed above. This list includes some entrance scholarships awarded by universities, colleges and trade schools. However, for complete information on entrance awards offered by post-secondary institutions, please visit their websites.

Award Amount Criteria Deadline Contact

OCTOBER

Blyth Cambridge All the costs One or two best students in the school can apply Oct. 15 Sam Blyth Scholarships involved in The scholarships come with a guarantee of a place at Pembroke Chair Blyth Cambridge Scholars attending the College, Cambridge University 300 John Street, Suite 400 university for an Thornhill Ontario L3T 5W4 undergraduate www.blytheducation.com degree www.blythscholars.com 1 866 960 3552 Award Amount Criteria Deadline Contact

Foundation for the Bursaries of $750 Must be a CDN resident of First Nations (Status or Non-status), Oct 15 www.ammsa.com/node/6657 Advancement of for graduating gr 12 Métis and Inuit Heritage attending High School or a Post- Aboriginal Youth students secondary Institution full-time within Canada. Mature students (FAAY) $2,500-$5,000 for and adult education programs are included. post-secondary students Letter of introduction, references, commitment to your community, e.g. volunteer organization, aboriginal group, sports rep, camp leader, work supervisor…

Canadian Morehead-Cain $13,600 US/year SPONSORED APPLICANTS (must be sponsored by Principal October 17 www.moreheadcain.org Award plus full tuition fees or Counsellor) (use Loran Award for up to four years DIRECT POOL APPLICANTS October 24 application form) of undergraduate study, a laptop Well-rounded students who demonstrate character, promise of computer, summer leadership and strong commitment to service in the community internships value US $ 5,500 per year Tenable ONLY at the University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill)

2 Award Amount Criteria Deadline Contact

Loran Scholars Program $80,000 over 4 SPONSORED APPLICANTS (must be sponsored by Principal October 17 Sponsored applicants: Up to 30 awards years, , includes or Counsellor; maximum 3 students per school) Sara Knowles-Loran Awards c/o 15 of which are Weston tuition waiver, Well-rounded students who demonstrate character, promise of Blake Cassels & Graydon LLP Loran Awards stipend of $9,000, leadership and strong commitment to service in the community Suite 2600 Three Bentall Centre Must live in residence access to funding Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%. Calculation 595 Burrard Street PO Box 49314 to renew the award and internships includes the most recent three years of final grades on the Vancouver BC. V7X 1L3 through a summer student’s transcript. program, Hold Canadian citizenship or residency status Loran Finalist Awards 42 mentorship opportunities DIRECT POOL APPLICANTS – students may apply October 24 Direct Pool Applicants: independently without sponsorship from the school. Same Direct Pool Committee criteria applies as above. #502- 460 Richmond Street West $3000 one-time Toronto, ON M5V 1Y1 Provincial Awards 40 award to all finalists who attend www.loranaward.ca (tenable at partner national selections Canadian universities) but are not loran scholars $2000 one-time for outstanding semi- finalists selected by the Regional Committee

Cal Callahan Memorial $500 awards Must be a son, daughter or legal ward of a person affiliated with October 31 Download bursary application at Bursary the Pipeline Contractors Association. http://www.pipeline.ca/ Include resume with application.

Royal Canadian Naval $2,000 awards Must have a parent or grandparent who is a member or former October 31 http://www.rcnbf.ca/ Benevolent Fund Top 5 candidates member of the Royal Canadian Navy (or Canadian Forces receive an Maritime Command or Merchant Marines War Veterans). additional $1,000 This is a bursary, therefore financial need must be demonstrated as well as the aptitude for achievement in higher learning. Preference given to applicants with a record of community service or volunteering

NOVEMBER

Wendy’s 21 awards of Applicants must be CDN citizens or permanent residents; min. TBA ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY: Classic Achiever $1,000 70% average in Gr. 11; demonstrated participation in at least one www.wendysclassicachiever.ca Scholarships 2 awards of $2,500 extracurricular activity; demonstrated involvement in local This program is 34 across Canada 11 awards $5,000 community (e.g. volunteer work) currently under review. Please watch their website for more info.

BC Schools Sports Category: Football Commission Scholarships a) outstanding football player with outstanding academic achievement. Category: Football 9 @ $1,000/each b) must play football next year (or the following) at the next Nov 11 Football: Application form level. available from Bill Haddow, Hugh c) GPA of at least 3.2. Boyd Secondary or http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/page s/scholarships_awards/sport_comm ission.php

BC Legion Youth Literary and Are you an artist, wordsmith, or a filmmaker? Take those Nov 15 Details and more info at: Remembrance Contest awesome words and pictures in your head and show the world! Art-Video-Writing Poster Prizes: Create something about remembrance and what it means to you http://www.legionbcyukon.ca/conte cash, trip to Ottawa, and your country, and you can win local and national prizes. nt/youth-contests Submissions Who Can Enter: All kids and youth in BC and Yukon displayed in the House of Commons •Poster category: Grades 1-12 or Canadian War •Essay category: Grades 4-12 •Poetry category: Grades 4-12 Museum. •Video category: Grades 7-12 Video Prizes: Macbook, iPad, iPod Touch, potential internet fame.

DECEMBER

TD Scholarships for Up to $70,000 each Gr. 12 student Dec 7 Association of Universities and Community Leadership (Includes up to Plans to enter college or university in Canada Colleges of Canada 20 Awards $10,000/year Demonstrated outstanding community leadership Ref: TD Scholarships for tuition; $7,500/year Minimum overall average in their most recent completed full Community Leadership living expenses; year of school of 75%. 350 Albert Street, Suite 600 offer of paid Essay required. Ottawa, ON K1R 1B1 summer www.td.com/scholarship employment during the years of the scholarship, mentorship. 5 Award Amount Criteria Deadline Contact

Shad Valley Program Scholarships & Outstanding students currently 15 to 18 years of age, who are Dec 5 or 8 Young Street East Scholarships bursaries to make it completing Gr. 10, 11 or 12, passionate about science, Jan 16 Waterloo ON N2J 2L3 Bursaries possible to engineering, entrepreneurship and leadership. Financial need. www.shad.ca participate in the Shad Valley is a four week residential program held at 12 Shad Valley Canadian universities across the country. program in the summer

UBC Major Entrance 80 scholarships, Must apply to UBC and complete a Personal Profile Dec 10 www.students.ubc.ca/finance Scholarships from $5,000 one- Awards based on academic, extracurricular activities and time awards to strength of Personal Profile $10,000 per year for 4 years

Cross Lites Essay Contest $100 to $2,000 The CrossLites Scholarship Contest is open to High School, Dec 15 http://crosslites.com/scholarship.as College and Graduate School students, as well as, international px students attending international Universities. As the applicant, you will write a reflective essay (400 - 600 words) based on one of Dr. Parker’s quotes or messages. You will be competing against students in your grade level, thus 9th-12th graders will be competing for a chance to win 1st, 2nd or 3rd place

University of Calgary $500 one-time Faculty of Engineering offers the largest scholarships in Dec 15 http://www.ucalgary.ca/studentfina Entrance Awards awards to $22,800 Western Canada. nce/awards/prospective/high renewable Only need to complete the High School Awards application form to be considered for all High School Awards Criteria: academic marks and extracurricular activities

House of Commons 40 positions valued Canadian citizen or permanent resident Dec 20 House of Commons Page Program Pages Program at $12,660 plus Acceptance into University of Ottawa, Carleton, Saint Paul or Human Resources and Corporate (Work as a Page in the travel costs UQO. Ability to speak English and French. GPA of 80% min. Planning Services House of Commons in for Gr. 11 and maintain this average in subsequent transcripts 131 Queen Street, Room 11-10, Ottawa) Floor 11 House of Commons Ottawa, ON K1A 0A6 Tel. 613.996.0897 http://www.parl.gc.ca/Employment /House/PageProgram/PP_AboutPrg m-e.htm?WhereFrom=About

French for the Future $1,000 to $12,000 Open to students in grades 10 to 12. Write and submit a 750 Dec 21 http://www.french- National Essay Contest scholarships word essay in French on this year’s chosen theme, “What can we future.org/en/que-fait-on/concours- do, as citizens, to preserve bilingualism in Canada??” de-redaction-general

st Fraser Institute 1 $2,000 This year’s topic: Why Good Politics is Bad Economics Dec 28 http://www.fraserinstitute.org/educ Video Contest 2nd $1,000 ation- rd 3 $750 Summarize your ideas in a “concept paper” that includes a brief programs/students/overview.aspx Viewer’s choice description of the video’s storyline and timing (maximum one $625 page), and will be compared with your completed video by our judges. Create a video (max 3 min) and post to You Tube.

Get Your Friends to Vote - Viewer’s Choice voting begins as soon as your video is uploaded on YouTube™. The videos with the highest number of "likes" on January 14, 2013 at 5:00 pm PST will win cash prizes of $625.

Chinese Study Abroad 5 Full and 10 partial Available for high school students (and students holding Dec 30 www.bced.gov.bc.ca/offshore_scho Scholarship scholarships advanced degrees) wishing to enroll in post-secondary studies ols/os_scholar.htm (or post-graduate studies) in China.

JANUARY

Burger King Scholars $1,000 - $50,000 Grade 12, residents of the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico, grade Jan. 10 or until Apply online for the Burger King point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent, 50,000 applications Scholars Program at the Burger . school and community activities, intending to enrol in an are received King Scholars Program website accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school by www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/ the fall of the application year. Students DO NOT have to be WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram employed at a Burger King Restaurant to be eligible for a scholarship. Separate application category for Burger King employees or children of BK employees.

Herbert H. Carnegie $1,000 scholarships Applicants must exhibit exemplary citizenship qualities as Jan 15 Herbert H. Carnegie Future Aces Future Aces Foundation represented in the Future ACES Philosophy: Attitude, Ability, Foundation Scholarship & Action, Achievement, Co-operation, Courage, Confidence, 7170 Warden Avenue, Unit 2 Citizenship Award Education, Example, Service, Sportsmanship Markham, ON L3R 8B2 20 to 30 Awards Extensive community service & volunteerism (150 hours or http://futureaces.org/ more) Financial need Graduating students, aged 16-24

Art Institute Best Teen $4,000 tuition 1st and 2nd place awards offered by each participating Art Jan 24 http://www.aicompetitions.com/cul Chef and Culinary scholarship Institute in North America. inary2013 Scholarship Competition 2nd place $1,000 One grand prize Submit a favorite recipe complete with a title, ingredients, winner will receive instructions, the number of servings, and presentation ideas. a trip for two to Include a statement detailing your interest in studying at The Art New York City for Institutes. The statement must be a minimum of 500 and a VIP tour of Food maximum of 1,000 words. Network's studios, dinner at a Food  Adherence to entry requirements (35%); Network chef's  Essay (35%); restaurant, plus a  Appeal of finished dish (15%); library of Food  Creative use of ingredients (15%). Network Kitchen's cookbooks.

The Dupont Challenge $200 to $5,000US Students enrolled in Gr. 7 to 12 Jan. 31 http://thechallenge.dupont.com/ Science Essay Competition Write an original 700 to 1,000-word essay created exclusively for The DuPont Challenge©.

Write only about a science-related topic. No matter how well- written and researched, essays submitted on non-science topics are disqualified.

Gay & Lesbian $2000 Gr. 12 students, financial need, involvement in local diversity Jan. ??? LOUD c/o the Gay & Lesbian Association of BC 3 Awards initiatives Business Association of BC (GLBA) No information 102-211 Columbia Street, Loud Scholarship currently available Vancouver BC V6A 2R5 Foundation www.glba.org

TEAL Foundation/David 2 awards of $2,500 Consistent improvement in academic courses Jan 31 Teal Charitable Foundation C. Lam Award School or community service Attn.: David C. Lam Scholarships ESL coursework at the secondary level (grades 9 to 12) #201-640 West Broadway Essay Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G4 www.bcteal.org

YVR Art Foundation $5000 Northwest coast First Nation ancestry, 25 years of age or Jan. 31???? Lauren Scholarship to Aboriginal younger, goal to become an artist, demonstrated potential in Email: Youth visual arts, have been accepted to study with an elder, mentor or [email protected] at a formal institution of learning.

Mensa Canada One or more Applicants are invited to write a short essay in which they detail Jan 31 http://mensacanada.ca/mensa- Scholarship Program awards of their career plan, list their accomplishments to date, and describe e.html $1,000/each what they plan to do order to achieve their future career goals. The award is based on the applicant’s essay.

UBC Entrance Awards One-time and The purpose of these awards is to support academically qualified Jan 31 https://you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/m renewable awards grade 12 students who show an interest in joining the UBC ajorentrance.ezc of up to $40,000 community, but who would not otherwise be able to attend payable over four without significant financial assistance. years The application requires a nomination letter from someone who is well-acquainted with you and who can comment on your character, interest in UBC, and financial situation. These individuals could include – but are not limited to – coaches, teachers, counsellors, principals, supervisors from work and volunteer positions, family doctors, and community or religious leaders.

FEBRUARY

Kin Canada Bursaries 35 Awards $1,000 Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants and Feb. 1 Apply to nearest Kin Club. each planning to register full-time at a recognized university, New Westminster Kinsmen Club community college, technical institute or other post-secondary 4769 Irmin Street institution. Must demonstrate high ideals and qualities of Burnaby, BC V5J 1Y3 citizenship as well as financial need, knowledge of Kin Canada. www.bursary.ca/

Youth in Motion Recognition as a OPEN TO STUDENTS AT ALL SECONDARY SCHOOL Feb 1st 4:30pm Top 20 Under 20 Education Foundation Top 20 Under GRADE LEVELS EST C/o Youth in Motion “Top 20 Under 20” 20™ winner Applicants must be CDN citizens or landed immigrants under 69 Bloor Street East, Ste. 302 20 Awards through various the age of 20 who have records of innovation, leadership and Toronto, ON M4W 1B3 media outlets. achievement, of meeting personal challenges, and of making a www.Top20Under20.ca difference in school or the larger community All expense paid Endorsement by “innovation sponsor” trip to Toronto for the Top 20 Under 20™ ceremony.

Leadership development and access to a mentor sourced by Youth in Motion.

Career Coaching courtesy of Right Management.

Exclusive access to Youth in Motion's monthly Speaker Series with leaders from various sectors and industries.

Terry Fox Humanitarian Approx. 20 awards Involvement in voluntary humanitarian work. Courage in Feb. 1 Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Award Program of $7,000 annually overcoming obstacles, involvement in humanitarian service and Program (renewable for up continuously demonstrate a strong performance in academics, 8888 University Drive, to 4 years) athletics, sports, fitness, community service and volunteerism. Burnaby, B.C. V5A 1S6 Canadian citizens or landed immigrants Tel. 778 782 3057 [email protected] www.terryfoxawards.ca

Schulich Leader 40 awards of Each high school (and Cegep) in Canada can nominate one Feb 5 Schulich Leader Scholarships Scholarships $60,000 each (2 student. Eligible students must be intending to enroll in STEM Sherman Campus awards by each of (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) subjects at 4600 Bathurst Street, 5th Floor the 20 participating one of the participating Canadian universities. Toronto, Ontario universities) 604.416.634.3083 Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada and [email protected] possess at least two of the three following attributes: 1. Outstanding community, business or entrepreneurial www.schulichleaders.com leadership 2. Academic excellence 3. Financial need*

*Students planning to apply for financial assistance for undergraduate study at university would meet the criterion of “Financial Need”

University of Waterloo 13 National Outstanding scholastic standing; grasp of the broader view of Feb 6 http://www.math.uwaterloo.ca/futu National Scholarships Scholarships of technology - its applications and significance; entrepreneurial or re/undergrad/financial/scholarships $12,000 to $25,000 pioneering spirit with demonstrated entrepreneurial activities; #national Additional National over four years, to strong interpersonal skills; and energetic, curious. Scholarships: exceptional CIBC National students entering To complete the application, you'll be asked to provide Scholarship valued at first year in the - a list of awards and achievements $25,000 over four years Faculty of - the results from recent competitions in which you have For applicants to the Mathematics participated Mathematics/Business - a list of extracurricular activities, employment, leadership Administration, experience Computer - your most recent high school transcripts Science/Business - statement of support (not to exceed one page) from a Administration and mathematics or computer science teacher commenting on Computer Science your academic achievements and potential programs. - statement (not to exceed one page) by the principal (or designate) describing your contributions to your school

12 Descartes National Need to apply to the University of Waterloo Scholarships ranging in value from $12,000 to $18,000 over four years For applicants to all programs, excluding Software Engineering, and Computing and Financial Management

BC. School Sports 2 Awards $500 Graduated from a secondary school registered with the Feb 10 Philip Cizmic Commission Scholarships BCSSWA. Proficiency in wrestling. Georgia Park Elementary School Wrestling School District #72 [email protected] http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/pages /scholarships_awards/sport_commis sion.php

BC School Sports 2 @ $300/each Louise Chesley Memorial Bursary for 2 graduating gymnasts Feb 10 http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/page Commission s/scholarships_awards/sport_comm Category: Gymnastics Application forms attached to the Registration package. ission.php

University of Western $2,000 to $65,000 National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round Feb 14 http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/studen Ontario National excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding t_finances/scholarships_awards/nat Scholarship Program academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for ional_scholarship_program.html creative and innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of Various awards, see learning. National Scholarships also recognize exceptional website for details 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 Must have minimum 90% academic average on Grade 12 courses and have applied for full-time studies to UWO.

Art Institutes Passion for More than Two categories: Feb 14 http://www.aicompetitions.com/fas Fashion Design $100,000 in tuition Fashion Design: Create 3 original apparel design sketches of an hion2013/ Competition scholarships to evening wear garment and scan them. Students will also have to local winners. submit a statement of 500 to 1,000 words that describes the purpose and intent of producing the work, what you intend to The grand prize communicate, and a description of your approach. winners in the Fashion Design and Fashion Marketing & Merchandising and Retail Management: the Fashion Create an original trend forecast board which includes a color Marketing & palette, fabrics, and target market. Submit three photos of the Merchandising and forecast board including the entire board, color palette, and Retail Management fabrics. Students will also have to submit a statement of 500 to categories will earn 1,000 words that includes the name and inspiration of the trend a half-tuition forecast, why the colors of the trend are significant, and the scholarship to The target demographics and market. Art Institutes school indicated during registration plus a trip for two to New York City.

Toyota Earth Day 20 awards of Gr. 12 student Feb 15 Toyota Earth Day Scholarship Scholarship Program $5,000 each Demonstrated extracurricular activities and academic excellence Program Top award also and an exceptional commitment to the environment. 111 Peter Street, Suite 503 receives a Pansonic This award is to recognize and celebrate the outstanding Toronto, ON M5V 2H1 Notebook computer environmental contributions that youth in Canada make in their www.earthday.ca /scholarship or communities. www.toyota.ca

Royal Bank Scholarships 4 @ $10,000 each Open to graduating grade 12 students entering a public post- Feb 16? Royal Bank 2 @ $10,000 each secondary institution in the Fall or a current post-secondary http://scholarships.rbc.com/Overvie for RBC Student student continuing full-time studies. Minimum GPA of 70%. w.aspx Clients Criteria: Extra-curricular activities: 45%. Essay answers: 55%

CORSA Youth Initiative $1500 Feb. 17 CORSA Foundation Scholarship Scholarship 5 Awards South Asian/Indo-Canadian heritage, financial need, character, Committee citizenship, initiative, academic achievement, extra-curricular 4175 West 29th Avenue involvement, leadership. Vancouver BC V6S 1V1 http://corsafoundation.ca/scholarshi ps/

University of Alberta 100 awards of up to Feb 18 http://www.registrarsoffice.ualberta Entrance Leadership $20,000 Candidates must be entering an undergraduate degree program .ca/Scholarships-and- from high school at the University of Alberta in September 2013 Awards/Entrance- Awards/Entrance-Leadership.aspx - possess exceptional leadership qualities as demonstrated by community service and depth of involvement

- demonstrated leadership skills of showing initiative, taking action and going above and beyond what is expected

- have an award average of 80% or higher based on Grade 11 and/or Grade 12 final marks

Crisis Centre Scholarship ? Feb 24? http://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/about Steve Cowan Leadership The award is to recognize and support individuals who have -us/scholarship/ in Action Scholarship for made a positive contribution to their school and/or local Application will be the Community community. If you are a youth living in the Lower Mainland or posted in Jan 2013 in the Sea-to-Sky Corridor who has made a difference in your community, we want to hear from you.

BC Government and $3000 for full-time Applicants must be members or relatives of BCGEU members Feb. 28 Education Officer Service Employees’ $2000 part-time in good standing Attention: Scholarship Committee Union total $45,000 Minimum “C” letter-grade BC Government & Service Student Scholarships 1,250-1,750 word essay on one of specified topics or a 10 Employees’ Union BCGEU minute audio visual presentation 4911 Canada Way Burnaby, BC V5G 3W3 http://www.bcgeu.ca click “for members,” “member programs,” “scholarships”

BC Official Languages $2,000 bursary BC resident and CDN Citizen or Landed Immigrant. Feb. 28 British Columbia Programs (covers tuition fees, Provincial Coordinator Official Languages Study materials, meals French Programs Fellowship and Ministry of Education For 5-week intensive accommodation) P.O. Box 9160, STN PROV GOVT French Language learning Victoria BC V8W 9H3 course held at various Tel.: (250) 356-0256 post-secondary Fax: (250) 387-1470 institutions in Canada [email protected] (mostly Quebec) http://www.myexplore.ca

University of Victoria 37, $5,000 awards High school, transferring and continuing students entering the Feb 28 http://www.uvic.ca/gustavson/un Black Press Scholarship University of Victoria Gustavson School of Business. dergraduate/prospective/tuition/b To qualify students must: lackpress/index.php  complete an application to the BCom program or be a returning student to the University of Victoria Gustavson School of Business.  have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement;  have demonstrated involvement in a community or campus organization;  highlight your personal goals, ambition and judgement of ethical behaviour;  be from one of these school districts.

Canadian Hard of 2 awards of $1,000 For students who are hard of hearing, deafened or oral deaf Feb. 28 CHHA National Office Hearing Association each Academic achievement, determination to cope with hearing loss 2435 Holly Lane, Suite 205 Scholarship Program and community involvement. Ottawa, Ontario K1V 7P2 Toll-Free: 1-800-263-8068 TTY: 613-526-2692 Fax: 613-526-4718 E-mail: [email protected] www.chha.ca

RBC Aboriginal Awards 10 awards of up to RBC awards 10 scholarships in two categories for: Status Feb 28 www.rbcroyalbank.com/scholarship Program $4,000 each for 2 to Indian, a Non-status Indian, Inuit or Métis. s 4 years For students majoring in disciplines related to the financial services industry For students majoring in disciplines unrelated to the financial services industry.

Selection process: A committee of Aboriginal academics and RBC representatives review all completed applications and make the final selection of the award recipients primarily based on personal and academic achievements and individual financial need.

BC School Sports BCSSGBA TELUS These scholarships will be awarded to female grade 12 Feb 2?? http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/page Commission Scholarships Scholarship basketball players who demonstrate leadership qualities and s/scholarships_awards/sport_comm Category: Basketball program skills including community involvement and proven academic ission.php Girls 5, $2000 awards performance.

BC School Sports B.C.H.S.B.B.A No updated info available yet on the website Feb 2013 http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/page Commission Scholarships Scholarship s/scholarships_awards/sport_comm Category: Basketball Available: 20-30 ission.php Boys Scholarship Amount: $400- $1000

Les Dames d’Escoffier $500 to $5,000 For women, who are BC residents, who desire to begin training Feb 28 Les Dames d’Escoffier Culinary Arts Scholarship in culinary, beverage or hospitality fields. All scholarships are International Inc. B.C. Chapter awarded based on merit, ability, commitment and passion. Scholarship Committee Box 60570 On-line application form. Granville Park Post Office, Vancouver BC V6H 4B9 http://lesdames.ca/scholarship.htm

SFU Major Entrance Various awards Minimum 90% admission GPA and exceptional community, Feb 28 http://students.sfu.ca/financialaid.ht Awards ranging in value artistic, and/or athletic achievements ml from $10,000 - $34,000 Additional Entrance Awards & Bursaries available with various deadlines. Check website for further details and criteria.

BCCPAC Educational 1 Award $500 Gr. 12 student, applicants must be well-rounded students with Feb 28 BC Confederation of Parent Award demonstrated involvement in a variety of areas, an understanding Advisory Councils BC Confederation of of the importance of parental involvement; 300-500 word essay BCCPAC Educational Award Parent Advisory Councils on the value of parent involvement in education (with reference Suite 350, 5172 Kingsway, to the role of PACs, DPACs, and/ or BCCPAC; cover letter; two Burnaby letters of reference BC V5H 2E8 604 687 4433 http://bccpac.bc.ca/bccpac- educational-award

BC Innovation Council $3,000 plus 6-week BY NOMINATION ONLY (max. 2 students per school) Feb 2? BC Innovation Council TRIUMF High School summer research at Essay, three personal references, Academic achievement 9th Floor, 1188 W. Georgia St. Fellowship TRIUMF (Canada’s Grads entering first undergraduate year within the sciences, Vancouver, BC V6E 4A2 National engineering or mathematics at a recognized post-secondary www.bcinnovationcouncil.com Laboratory for institution. Must have a passion for Physics and complete http://www.triumf.ca/outreach/high Particle & Nuclear Physics 11 and 12 upon graduation. -school-fellowship Physics

Les Dames d’Escoffier, $500 to $5,000 Supporting the advancement of women in food, wine, February 28 Scholarship Committee BC Chapter hospitality, nutrition, food technology and other hospitality and Les Dames d’Escoffier Vancouver Chapter culinary fields. Based on merit and ability. Open to women of International, Inc., British Scholarships for Women all ages, resident in BC. Columbia Chapter PLEASE NOTE: All applications must be accompanied by a Box 60570 $30 non-refundable processing fee Granville Park Post Office Vancouver, BC V6H 4B9 www.lesdames.ca/scholarship.htm

Bullying Canada 1 @ $500 award 1.Candidates must be Canadian Citizens Feb 28 Residents Of: YK, NWT, ON, BC, Scholarship 2 @ $250 award send applications to: 2. Candidates will be selected based on both academic BullyingCanada Scholarship achievements and financial need. Program 610 Main Street, West 3. Scholarships will be granted for attendance at the college / Listowel, Ontario N4W 1A8 university of the candidate’s choice. Email Career Centre for scholarship application (pdf)

BC School Trustees $500 each Must have demonstrated exemplary citizenship in their schools Feb. 29? British Columbia School Trustees Association Student 5 Awards and in their communities, BC public school student in Gr. 12. Association Citizenship Award 4th floor- 1580 West Broadway, Vancouver BC V6J 5K9 Fax: 604 732 4559 http://www.bcsta.org/content/stude nt-resources

Royal Bank Children of 100 awards of Must be a children or legal ward of an RBC Employee. Spring http://scholarships.rbc.com/RBCCh RBC Employees $1,000 each Scholarships are awarded based on a student's academic record, ildren.aspx extracurricular activities, letters of reference and one page essay dealing their career goals.

More information is available through RBC’s internal site for employees.

Miller Thomson 100 awards of Demonstrated a high level of academic achievement, have made March 1 Mrs. Lesley A. Lawson Foundation Scholarships $3,000 each a positive contribution to their school through involvement in Executive Director extracurricular activities and have made significant The Miller Thomson Foundation contributions of time and energy to community service Scotia Plaza programmes. 40 King Street West, Suite 5800 PO Box 1011 Toronto, ON M5H 3S1 http://www.millerthomson.com/en/ Must have maintained a minimum grade average of 87% in our-firm/community- Grades 10, 11 and 12. commitment/mt- foundation/overview

Canadian Association of 12 awards of $750 Criteria for Selection: (100 possible points) March 1 http://cdnprincipals.org/2012/12/03 Principals Student each /the-canadian-association-of- Leadership Award 1. Leadership in school activities (1 to max. of 25 points) principals-student-leadership- award/ 2. Leadership in the community (1 to max. of 25 points)

3. Academic achievement (1 to max. of 20 points)

4. Essay (1 to max. of 20 points)

5. Recognition, awards, honours and scholarships (1 to max. of 10 points)

Prospera Credit Union $2,000 Ron Basic Requirement: Must be a member of Prospera Credit March 1 Send completed application form, Educational Awards Sweeney Rising Union (account can be opened any time prior to submitting your along with short video and any Program Star Award** application) attachments to $1,500 Neutron [email protected] or drop it Awards Scholarship: Based on the applicant’s community involvement, off at any Prospera Credit Union academic achievement and financial need branch **only open to high school students who have been Prospera members for at least one year

Hatfield Society $500 - $3000 Applicants must have a demonstrated need for financial March 1 The Hatfield Society Scholarship Scholarship Fund assistance in order to continue education. High academic Fund- Dr. P. C. Simon, President achievement; school recommendation; brief biographical profile 2550 Point Grey Road written by applicant and verified by the teacher (family Vancouver, BC V6K 1A3 circumstances, interests, academic goals, pastimes, community http://simonsecret.org/hatdetails.ht activity and involvement) ml Ph: 604 736 7035

Ken Dryden Scholarship 8 awards of $3000 Awarded to select young people, currently or formerly in the May no longer be Youth in Care Canada / National each or 80% of cost care of the Canadian child welfare system, who demonstrate offered, awaiting an Youth in Care Network of tuition, with great achievement and promise. Achievements. update 332 - 207 Bank Street possibility of Criteria: academics, one-page essay outlining achievements, Ottawa, Ontario renewal annually. one-page essay describing career aspirations; personal support K2P 2N2 letter and 3 references. 1.800.790.7074 (toll-free for youth in care) tel/fax (613) 230-8945 [email protected] http://www.youthincare.ca/work/

University of Alberta For Scholastic Distinction: March 4 http://www.registrarsoffice.ualberta Entrance Scholastic 60 awards of up to Be entering an undergraduate program at U of A; have .ca/Scholarships-and- Distinction Scholarship $50,000 maintained an award average of approximately 95%+ in Grades Awards/Entrance-Awards.aspx Competition 10, 11 and 12; academic reference and student essay

Entrance Leadership Up to $20,000 For Leadership Awards Scholarship Competition

Crisis Centre Scholarship $500 Demonstrated commitment and service to community issues March ?? Crisis Centre Steve Cowan Memorial Record of participation in volunteer activities in school or in the C/o Crisis Centre Scholarship Scholarship community; demonstrated capacity for leadership; letters of New info to be Application 763 East Broadway recommendation; essay posted in Jan 2013 Vancouver, BC V5T 1X8 604 872 1811 www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/about- us/scholarship

Tom & Phyllis Veazey Fully funded 4 year Nomination from the school , entering the field of public March 11? Veazey Scholarship Foundation Scholarship UBC Scholarship service, alumni of a designated Vancouver Inner City c/o Borden Ladner Gervais, LLP Elementary School (Admiral Seymour, Britania, Florence Date for 2013 not 1200-200 Burrard Street Nightingale, Lord Roberts, Lord Roberts Annex, Mount yet available Vancouver BC V7X 1T2 Pleasant, Strathcona) Phone 604 640 4155 f 604 622 5855

RE/MAX of Western 16 bursaries of Must be a resident of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, March 11 RE/MAX “Quest for Excellence” Canada $1,000 each Manitoba or the Yukon Territory RE/MAX of Western Canada “Quest for Excellence” Students are to convey the contributions they have made to their If you have any questions regarding Bursary Awards communities in a short online essay, maximum 1,250 words. this program, please email Marie Key qualities students should demonstrate are leadership, Sheppy, [email protected] motivation and communication skills. Other attributes may ON-LINE APPLICATION: include volunteering, participation in charitable events or http://www.remax- fundraising, and contributions that enrich the lives of others and western.ca/quest-excellence their communities.

Quest University David W Strangway Award for Excellence: http://www.questu.ca/admission/co March 15 sts_financial_assistance/merit_base David W. Strangway Full tuition High school average above 90% combined with an outstanding d_scholarships.php Awards for Excellence record of leadership and service.

Quest University Canada Up to $24,000/year Academic rigour of high school program (as opposed to Scholarships awards achieving high grades in fewer courses) and extra-curricular activities---not the number of different clubs you joined, but the passion with which you pursued non-academic interests and the impact made on your compatriots and your community.

Leonard Foundation 140 @ $1,000/each Financial need must be demonstrated. Total household income March 15 www.leonardfnd.org Financial Asst Program ($1,500 if setting cannot exceed between $55 and $60K. Preference given to up second residence daughters or sons of ordained clergy, licensed elementary or to attend university) secondary school teachers, Canadian military personnel, graduates of a Canadian Military College, members of the Engineering Institute of Canada and members of the Mining and Metallurgical Institute of Canada.

Successful applicants are expected to obtain employment during free time to help defray the costs of their education. In addition, they must participate regularly in athletic, fitness or military activities. Personal qualities showing a potential for leadership are also a requirement.

St. John Ambulance: $500 to $1,000 Both bursaries require previous volunteer experience with St. March 15 http://www.sja.ca/Canada/Commun Bursary for Nursing & John Ambulance. Download application from website. ityServices/Benefits/Pages/Scholars Youth hipandBursaries.aspx

Trevor Linden 4 awards School and community service, leadership; Initiating March 15 Download application Community Spirit community development; Affecting positive change; Mentoring http://canucks.nhl.com/club/page.ht Scholarship others; Personal development and growth; Good academic m?bcid=172 performance As part of the selection process, the personal circumstances and/or challenges of each applicant will be considered. Applicants who possess personal qualities such as dedication, commitment to helping others and strength of character will also be considered.

Better Business Bureau of $2,500 GRADE 11 & GRADE 12 STUDENTS Date for 2013 not Joanna Li, Business Development Mainland BC Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to high ethical yet available and Strategic Partnerships Student Ethics Award behaviour & provide documentation in the following areas: Better Business Bureau Leadership (20%); Community Service (20%); Academic 604.488.8702 or email Achievement (30%); 500-word Essay (30%) [email protected]. http://mbc.bbb.org/studentethicsaw ard/

Capilano Entrance Award amounts & Capilano Entrance Awards recognize excellence in scholastic, March 16? http://www2.capilanou.ca/services/ Awards details not yet athletic, and artistic achievement along with an incoming financial/financial/entrance- posted on website student's demonstrated commitment to community involvement awards.html and leadership endeavours. Some entrance awards are by student application and some entrance awards are through nomination by either the student's high school or by Capilano University.

Garfield Weston Awards 25 Awards – tuition Gr. 12 students planning to enrol in full time college studies in a March 28? Jesse Helmer waiver for one or diploma or applied degree program (university transfer Manager, external relations two years, an programs are NOT eligible). Must have a minimum average of 2013 info not The Canadian Merit Scholarship $8,000 annual 75% in courses required for his or her college program of posted yet Foundation renewable stipend choice. 460 Richmond Street West #502 for one or two Toronto ON M5V 1Y1 years, summer . passionate about his or her field of study; http://www.garfieldwestonawards.c program funding, . curious, courageous, and willing to try new things; and a mentorship . community-minded and truly committed to being involved and making a difference in society.

See website for list of eligible colleges. (BCIT, VCC and Langara are eligible)

Retail Council of Canada Total $80,000 in Applicants must be entering a retail, business or marketing March 29 Retail as a Career Scholarship Retail as a Career scholarships -related program at a Canadian college or university and be Prog. Scholarship Program 1 $5,000 Interac working part-time or full-time in retail; reference letter from c/o Retail Council of Canada (Canadian Retail scholarship current retail employer; 700-word essay on assigned topic 1255 Bay Street, Suite 800 Institute) 26 industry Toronto, ON M5R 2A9 sponsored awards Scholarship winners will also receive hotel and travel expenses http://www.retaileducation.ca $1,000 each to attend STORE 2013, the Canadian retail industry's premier conference, which will be held over June 3 & 4, 2013.

Agnes Jack Scholarship $1,000 awards This program provides a number of scholarships of $1,000 each March 31 www.ringette.ca Award towards post-secondary education for ringette players, coaches and officials who demonstrate a strong commitment to the sport of ringette.

BC Association of $1,000 Volunteer service to an accredited health-related facility March 31 http://www.bchealthcareaux.org/yo Health-Care Auxiliaries Scholarship/bursary (minimum 100 hours). Career Prep does not count as volunteer uthvolunteerprogram.htm (BCAHA) hours. Gr. 12 student, intention to enrol in further education, GPA 3.0 or higher, need for financial assistance.

International Teamsters Award amounts not Applicants must be outstanding students; be the child, March 31 James R. Hoffa Memorial Union posted on website. grandchild or other dependent of an active, retired, disabled, Scholarship Fund James R. Hoffa Memorial Email sent Dec deceased or laid-off Teamster member who has had a min. of 25 Louisiana Avenue, N.W. Scholarship Fund 19th 12 months consecutive membership in good standing; be in the Washington, DC 20001 USA top 15% of school class; submit either letters of http://www.teamster.org/content/ab recommendation or SAT scores for review; planning to attend a out-james-r-hoffa-memorial- 4-year college or university program, demonstrate a financial scholarship-fund need Send completed application to local union.

Coast Capital Savings “Standing Tall Award” is awarded to individuals who have March 31? Lydia Law, Director Education Awards overcome significant life challenges and achieved personal Community Leadership Standing Tall Award 16 Awards $5,000 growth. 2013 info not Coast Capital Savings Credit Union “Citizenship Award” is awarded to individuals who are taking a posted yet 15117 101 Avenue - fourth floor Citizenship Award 32 Awards $2,000 leadership role in their communities while successfully Surrey BC V3R 8P7 balancing their academic and personal lives. Apply online at 604 517 7400 www.coastcapitalsavings.com/education www.coastcapitalsavings.com/awar ds

The Kindness Foundation $1,000 to assist in Vision of a kinder world, demonstrated commitment to positive March 31 ? www.kindnessfoundation.com/scho of Canada-Nadine post-secondary action, compassionate. larship_project_fund Marshall education. And 2013 info not Scholarship $500 to $1,500 to posted yet Travel Fund be used to support a kindness project or visit one.

BC Hydro 20 awards of OPEN TO STUDENTS IN GRADES 8 TO 12 WHO ARE March 31 BC Hydro Power Pioneers Power Pioneers $1,000 each UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE who are maintaining passing 333 Dunsmuir St., 15th Floor Beginning a Lifetime of grade. Vancouver, BC V6B 5R3 Community Service Applicants must have made outstanding contributions in their Enquiries : Awards community for a considerable amount of time, or a one-time [email protected] project that the individual initiated, organized and contributed www.powerpioneers.com/Comm to significantly; one-page essay; reference letters. No personal unity_Projects/youth_award.aspx remuneration may be received by the volunteer for services provided.

BC Soccer Association 12 Awards For three years or more years has played with a team affiliated March 31 British Columbia Soccer Scholarship $600 to $1,200 with the British Columbia Soccer Association, currently Association participating in some capacity in soccer: as a player, referee, Suite 510 - 375 Water Street coach, or administrator, graduating Grade 12 student or student Vancouver, BC V6B 5C6 already attending a post-secondary institute who is under 19 604-299-6401 years of age as of January 1st of the current playing season, www.bcsoccer.net/bcsa/FORMS/ proficiency in soccer , C+ average, demonstrate good ScholarshipApplications/tabid/17 citizenship, character, and leadership 9/Default.aspx

Capilano University Amounts vary Capilano Entrance Awards recognize excellence in scholastic, April http://www2.capilanou.ca/services/ Entrance Awards (check website) athletic, and artistic achievement along with an incoming financial/financial/entrance- student's demonstrated commitment to community involvement awards.html and leadership endeavours. Some entrance awards are by student application and some entrance awards are through nomination by either the student's high school or by Capilano University.

BC Aboriginal Student $1,000-$3,500 Applicants must be First Nation, Metis or Inuit residents of April 1 http://www.bcscholarship.ca/web/a Award British Columbia, defined as having one’s primary residence at boriginal an address in the province for at least the past 12 consecutive months prior to the application deadline. Plan to attend an eligible program of study at one of BC’s public post-secondary institutions, or any other approved Aboriginally controlled institution. Program must be at least 9 weeks in length.

Girls Guides of Canada $1,000 - $2,000 The scholarship selection criteria is based on the following April 1 http://www.girlguides.ca/GGC/Pro National Scholarship Member characteristics or achievements: grams/Scholarships/GGC/Programs Program • Demonstrated history, involvement and achievement in /Opportunities/Scholarships.aspx Guiding • Leadership contributions to Guiding; • Community leadership and contributions outside of Guiding; • Scholastic achievements up to the time of application; • Attitude and aptitude; • Written Personal/Guiding Statement

Vancouver Firefighters 3, $500 awards Open to graduating student of a Vancouver public school, or the April or May http://www.iaff18.org/, select Bursary graduating child of a current or retired Vancouver Firefighter. (check website) Charitable Society link, then All applicants must be a permanent resident in British Columbia Bursary Program enrolling in a post-secondary institution in the Fall. Application must include a one-page cover letter outlining your educational goals, community/school involvement, interest in labour related activities, and any other pertinent information, references and transcripts.

Indigenous Education, Inuit, status or non-status Indian or Metis students entering or Various deadlines HEAD OFFICE Canada’s Future enrolled full-time in a variety of post-secondary programs in PO Box 759 (Indspire) First Nation, Canada. See website for details and list of awards. 50 Generations Drive Inuit & Metis Post- Six Nations of the Grand River Secondary Education Ohsweken, Ontario Bursary Award N0A 1M0 1.855.INDSPIRE (463.7747) Fax: 866.433.3159 http://indspire.ca/

Scouts Canada Min. 17 awards Must be an actively registered member of Scouts Canada. April 1 http://www.scouts.ca/ca/scholarshi Foundation Scholarship Candidates will be selected based on the following criteria: ps •Demonstrated Scouting history, involvement and achievement; •Leadership contributions to Scouting; •Community leadership and contributions outside of Scouting; •Scholastic achievements up to the time of application; •Attitude and aptitude

Phi Delta Kappa Varies from $500 Graduating high school students planning to pursue a career as a April 1 Scholarship Programs International Prospective to $5,000 over 4 teacher or professional educator, or undergraduate student Phi Delta Kappa International Educator Scholarships years members of PDK who are enrolled in a college education P.O. Box 789 program. High school students must have a least one of the Bloomington, IN 47402-0789 following connections to Phi Delta Kappa (PDK): are a member of a PDK sponsored FEA club at their high school; are the child or grandchild of a Kappan in good standing; have one of their http://www.pdkintl.org/awards/pros reference letters written by a Kappan in good standing; pective.htm application is selected to represent the PDK Chapter in their area. Check the PDK Chapter List at the website to find a chapter near you.

University of Calgary Various awards Criteria specific to each award. Please see website for details. April 1 www.ucalgary.ca/awards High School Awards & from $500-$10,000 Bursaries

BC Technology Industry 2, $1,000 awards to April ? Apply online at Association (BCTIA) high school Students of Public, BC based high school and post secondary http://www.bctia.org/Programs/Tec Technology Scholarship students institutions who have a proven passion for technology or 2013 deadline not h_Scholarship/ studying in a technology related field i.e. engineering, yet posted 2, $5,000 awards to marketing, sales, management and computer science. college/university students

Kwantlen University Amounts vary April 5 http://www.kwantlen.ca/awards/A Criteria vary based on award. Some require submission of an wards/entrance_scholarship.html Entrance Awards essay/student statement, in addition to other supporting documentation

BC School $1,000 Academic achievement, demonstrated exemplary service and April 10? BC School Superintendents Superintendents 5 finalists of $200 leadership within the school and community; min. 700/max. Association Association each 1,000 word essay on assigned topic. Technology Scholarship Grade 12 Essay Suite 208, 1118 Homer Street Scholarship Letters of reference Vancouver, BC V6B 6L5 http://www.bcssa.org/scholarships. html

BC School 6 Technology AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS IN GRADES 6 TO 12 April 10? Eileen Wong Superintendents Scholarship prizes BC School Superintendents Association will be awarded, Design a website you think would be interesting and useful to Association Grade 6 to 12 Technology one in each of the 6 students and other internet users in the areas of math and Technology Scholarship Scholarship grade-level entry sciences, language arts, social studies, multimedia or marketing; Suite 208, 1118 Homer Street categories: Grades Vancouver, BC V6B 6L5 6-7, Grade 8, Grade A brief written explanation of the project and technologies used http://www.bcssa.org/scholarships. 9, Grade 10, Grade html 11, and Grade 12. Apple MacBook computer

Canadian Iranian $1000 April 10 Canadian-Iranian Foundation Foundation Scholarship Canadian citizen or permanent resident, 100 hours of community P.O. Box 91231 West Vancouver service, active interest in Iranian and Canadian cultural heritage, BC 18 to 25 years of age, must be accepted into a Canadian post- V7V 3N6 secondary institution in a full degree program by the end of the academic year, Gr. 12 transcript, scholarship recipient will http://www.canadianiranianfoundat automatically become honorary CIF member and volunteer at ion.com/scholarship CIF.

BC School Sports 12 @ $750/ea April 12 http://www.bcssru.com Commission Scholarships Candidates must demonstrate excellent in rugby, strong Category: Rugby scholastic achievement and proven character, citizenship and leadership. The scholarship committee may choose to award up to 6 of these scholarships to candidates who demonstrate All- Round Excellence. In addition to meeting the requirement of scholastic achievement, they will have been leaders within their school and/or community and have made a valued contribution to their school rugby program, though not necessarily have been selected for representative teams at the zone, provincial or national level.

BC Hydro Status/non-status Indians, Inuit or Metis and are residents of BC, April 13 Jeannie Cranmer Aboriginal Scholarships 8 awards $1,500 Plan to enroll, or are currently enrolled, in a full-time program at Aboriginal Education and a public post-secondary institution in Canada. Students pursuing Employment Strategy Manager an education in technology or engineering will be considered 604-623-4401 Randy Brant Memorial 1 award $2,000 priority applicants, however general admission students are www.bchydro.com/scholarships Scholarship encouraged to apply. Randy Brant Scholarship: Same as above and will be awarded based on a combination of academic achievement and outstanding community involvement.

CGA 10 Awards to Gr. 12 student, essay indicating interest in an accounting related April 15 Certified General Accountants Certified General students in BC and career, career goals and plans to achieve them, Gr. 11 & 12 Association of BC Accountants Association the Yukon scholastic achievement (min. “B”) 300 – 1867 West Broadway of BC $750 each Vancouver, BC V6J 5L4 http://www.cga- bc.org/become_a_cga.aspx?id=244

Public Guardian & Max. $3,300/year Applicants must be former permanent wards of Social Services April 15 Personal Trust Administrator Trustee of BC, or have been in continuing custody of the BC Ministry Estate and Personal Trust Services Educational Assistance for Children & Families under the Child, Family & Community Public Guardian and Trustee of Fund Bursary Services Act and be at least 19 years of age as of the date post- British Columbia secondary studies commence, financial need, high school 700 – 808 West Hastings Street graduate, a clear career goal, planning to enrol in post-secondary Vancouver, BC V6C 3L3 education academic, technical or vocational program. 604-775-2451 http://www.trustee.bc.ca/services/e state/edu_assistance.html

Colonel Douglas H. 5 @ $1,000/ea To qualify, each student must submit an original work using one April 15 http://www.warmuseum.ca/educati Gunter History Award of the following media: on/programs/the-colonel-douglas-  Text h-gunter-award  Visual Art  Web Design  Audio or Video Production In addition, each student must include a completed application form (attached). This year’s theme is on Canada and the Korean war.

New Relationship Trust 50 bursaries of Only eligible BC First Nations students can apply. Required for April 16 – 1st Completed application must be Bursary for Certificate, $2,000 each Bursary application: submissions start, mailed to : Diploma and/or Trades first come, first NRT Bursary 2012 Programs Completed application form, letter of support from your First served. New Relationship Trust nd Nation or FN Government, proof of citizenship from a BC First 2 call – Aug 15 Suite 1008 – 100 Park Royal South Nation, acceptance letter from an accredited post-secondary West Vancouver, BC V7T 1A2 institution (bachelor’s degrees are not funded with this bursary) Attention : Lana Plante, Project and a resume. Officer

BC School Sports 2 @ $500/each Field Hockey Girls April 16 http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/page Commission Scholarships s/scholarships_awards/sport_comm Category: Field Hockey ission.php

Vancouver Inner City 1 or more awards of Applicants must have attended the majority of their elementary April 20 VICES Scholarship Committee Education Society $1,000 each school years at an Inner City school and graduate from a c/o Mount Pleasant Elementary « Every Kid Counts » Vancouver secondary school. School Scholarship Fund 2300 Guelph St. List of Inner City Schools: Britannia, Brock, Grandview, Vancouver, BC V5T 3P1 Hastings, Macdonald, Henderson, Mount Pleasant, Nightingale, By mail or via « VSB blue-bag » Queen Alexandra, Thunderbird, Selkirk, Henderson Annex, through your secondary school’s Cook, Seymour, Strathcona, Tillicum and Selkirk Annex office

Other criteria: demonstrated financial need related to family Application forms available in the income, references Career Centre

BC Aboriginal Student $1,000 to $3,500 BC Aboriginal students enrolled in full-time post-secondary April 23? Sara Lawson Award – The Irving K. studies at least nine weeks long. Can be trades training, 2013 info not Grants Administrator, Provincial Barber BC Scholarship apprenticeship, certificate, diploma or a degree program. posted yet Funds Victoria Foundation Society and Victoria #109-645 Fort Street Foundation Victoria, BC V8W 1G2 Ph: 250 381 5532 f: 250 480 4429 www.victoriafoundation.bc.ca www.bcscholarship.ca/web/aborigi nal

Maple Leaf Youth 3 Awards ranging Gr.10, 11 and 12 students living in BC. Student leaders, who a April 24? Maple Leaf Youth Awards Awards from $750 to minimum GPA of 73%, who have demonstrated exceptional Canadian Club of Vancouver Canadian Club of $1,500 achievement in one of the following categories: Arts: 2013 date not 102-211 Columbia Street Vancouver Outstanding achievement in Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Applied posted yet Vancouver, BC V6A 2R5 604 688 Arts, Digital Media or Robotics 8260 Community Service: Exemplary contributions to the community www.canadianclubvancouver.com —locally, nationally or internationally Athletics: Exceptional athletic achievement

500 word essay required.

Killeen Award $1,000 Outstanding international student in Vancouver School Board, April 29 Maggie Lee VSB International Gr. 12, involvement in school or community activities, above International Education Student average academic achievement, nomination from school VSB. Fax: 604 713 4536

McDonald’s Employee 9 award valued at Candidates must be hourly paid employees of McDonald’s and April 30 Application forms are available Scholarship up to $5,000 per must be prepared to continue working for a minimum of 15 from restaurant managers. year for 2 years hours per week during non-academic periods throughout the 2- year scholarship. Candidates must have at least 6 months continuous employment at McDonald’s at the time of application.

Hebden Chemistry $500 Awarded to a BC student who has demonstrated proficiency in April 30 www.westerncampus.ca Bursary Chemistry 11 and Chemistry 12; has expressed a desire to study chemistry at a post-secondary level; can express in no more than Send applications to 150 words why they would encourage a Grade 10 student to [email protected] and study chemistry and what they would say; OR how something include the name of the student they did in Grade 11 or 12 made their school or community a applying, secondary school and better place for others. chemistry teacher.

Grace Family Network 2, $500 awards Selection criteria: financial need; academic achievement; April 30? Gfnf Scholarship Committee Foundation (gfnf) leadership and/or volunteer achievements; intending to complete 2013 info not yet PO Box 64568 Scholarship a certificate, diploma or bachelor’s degree. 500-word essay posted 1942 Como Lake Avenue required on “What is your greatest accomplishment and why?” Coquitlam, BC V3J 7V7 Application form available from the Career Centre or on-line at www.gfnf.org www.gfnf.org.

Mark R. Isfeld Essay $500 Students aged 14 to 18 are eligible to enter the contest. See April 30? http://canadianlandmine.org/what- Contest website for this year’s topic. 2013 info not yet can-i-doschoolyouthsubmit-an- posted essay-for-mark-isfeld-essay-contest

BC Hockey Scholarships 5 of $500 each. Current registered member of BC Hockey or former member April 30 BC Hockey Scholarship Committee BC Amateur Hockey 1 of $1000 awarded playing in the Western Hockey League who are in their 6671 Oldfield Road Association to the top ranked graduating year of high school, academic achievement, Saanichton, BC V8M 2A1 applicant overall sportsmanship, hockey participation and/or quality of http://www.bchockey.net/Awards/S contribution, school, community participation and service. cholarships.aspx

School Plant Officials 3 @ $1,000/ea Bursaries will be awarded on the basis of academic achievement April 30? http://www.efmabc.com/education/ Association of BC and/or special needs. 2013 date not yet 2012-bursaries Preference will be given to students entering the fields of posted engineering, architecture, or building technology. Should there not be suitable applications received in these fields, students in other courses of study will be considered, however, all applicants MUST be dependents of school district employees in the school plant area (i.e. Maintenance or Custodial).

Royal Commonwealth Variety of cool Choose a topic from the provided list and write a poem, letter, May 1? http://www.thercs.org/youth/compe Society Essay prizes and awards. article, essay or story. Under 14, 300-700 words. 14 to 18, 2013 date not yet titions Competition See website for 1,200 to 1,750 words. posted Two age categories: 14 details. to 18 and under 14

BC School Sports 2 @ $900/each May 1 Application forms available, email Commission Scholarships [email protected] Category: Boys Volleyball

United Croats of Canada $500-$1,000 Applicants must be of Croatian ancestry (at least one parent must May 1 Scholarship & Bursary Committee King Tomaslav Branch be of Croatian ancestry) and residents of BC. The Croatian Cultural Centre Scholarships & Bursaries 3250 Commercial Drive, Academic merit for scholarships Vancouver, BC V5N 4E4 604 879 0154 Financial need for bursaries http://www.croatiancentre.com/Ser vices/Programs/scholarships-and- bursaries.html

Commonwealth Variety of prizes, Open to youth aged 30 or under on May 1, 2012. May 1 http://www.thercs.org/youth/compe Photographic and Vision see website for titions Awards details Photographic award: photographic images must relate to a single day in the last 60 years since 6th Feb 1952.

Vision award: submit a film up to 4 minutes long responding to this year’s theme, “Connecting Cultures.” It must relate to a single day in the last 60 years since 6th February 1952.

International Teamsters 2 awards $500 2 awards of $500 each. Applicants must be child, grandchild or May 1 International Teamster Women’s Union Women’s Caucus other dependent of an active or retired Teamster member who Caucus Annual Scholarship Scholarship Program has a min. 12 months of consecutive membership in good C/o Marla McKibbin, Secretary standing; be in the last year of high school or GED program; Treasurer plan to submit SAT or ACT scores for academic evaluation, PMB 338, 117 E. Louisa Street (does not apply to Canadian applicants); and plan to attend an Seattle, WA 98102 accredited college, university, trade or business school. Essay USA required. http://www.teamster.org/content/re view-requirements-and-apply

Association of Various AUCC manages a variety of higher education scholarships for Various www.aucc.ca Universities and Colleges students pursuing post-secondary studies of Canada (AUCC)

Arctic Expedition Fully funded Arctic High school students between 14-18 years of age from coast to May 4 www.studentsonice.com Scholarships expedition. Summer coast 2013 details not yet Students on Ice Expeditions expedition to available 1 819 827 3300 ext. 24 Iceland, Greenland, Program takes place from July 14 to 28, 2013 1 866 336 6423 Northern Labrador and Nunavik

Phillip Paulson $500 Open to VSB grade 12 students. Criteria: citizenship activities, May 4 Phillip Paulson Scholarship Scholarship service to others through volunteer work in the school or Committee Vancouver School Board community, and personal achievements focused on supporting C/o VSB Professional & others. Administrative Staff Association VSB Maintenance & Construction Scholarship information will be available in the Career Centre 1549 Clark Drive Vancouver, BC V5L 3L4 Attention : Doug McClary

VSTA Scholarship One $1500 award Public secondary school graduates, son/daughter or legal ward of May 7 Vancouver Secondary Teachers’ Awards for first place an active VSTA member in good standing or a retired member, Association Three $1000 good citizenship, active involvement in school activities, Applications Member Scholarship Committee awards to next three participation in athletics, service and/ or fine arts. available at the 2915 Commercial Drive school in Feb or Vancouver BC V5N 4C8 from website Forms at www.vsta.ca

Dogwood District $500 cheque plus Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Must fulfill May? 2013 Pick up an application from the Scholarships $500 voucher from requirements for secondary school graduation by August 31, deadline TBA Career Centre or the office. Must the Ministry of 2012, demonstrate superior achievement in any of the areas of hand in to the office by the 2013 Education Fine Arts, Applied Skills, Physical Activity and Second deadline date. Languages, and must be nominated by the School Scholarship Committee.

BC Sports Scholarships 9 Awards Eligibility: BC SCHOOL SPORTS will consider candidates May 10 BCSS Scholarship Committee $1,000 to $1,500 who meet ALL of the following Criteria: BC School Sports  Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarship Applicants must #100 - 4585 Canada Way have competed in at least (2) two BCSS approved Burnaby, BC V5G 4L6 sports during grade 12. Unsuccessful applicants for the 604-737-3066 Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarship will automatically http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/page be considered for their respective Zone Scholarship. s/scholarships_awards/bcss.php (Please DO NOT complete 2 applications)  Zone Scholarship Applicants must have competed in at least (1) one BCSS approved sport during grade 12.  Are in a B.C. School who are graduating this year.  Are entering their first year of full-time studies in a Canadian University or College.  Have demonstrated exceptional athletic achievement in a BCSS sanctioned sport.  Have a minimum grade percentage of 75%.  Have demonstrated outstanding service and leadership in school and/or community.

Certified General 1 award $1,000 Mature student who has completed work for a B.C. or Yukon May 15 Certified General Accountants Accountants of BC Secondary School Equivalency Certificate (GED), B.C. Association of B.C. Adult Secondary Certificate of Graduation, or B.C. Adult Graduation Diploma 300 - 1867 West Broadway Completion Scholarship during the current academic year., scholastic achievement in the Vancouver, BC V6J 5L4 graduating program (or equivalent) and commitment to pursuing 604-732-1211 a career in the field of accounting, Canadian citizen or landed http://www.cga- immigrant and resident of B.C. or the Yukon. bc.org/become_a_cga.aspx?id=246

Mattison Endowment 6 awards of Candidates must be Canadian citizens or have lived in Canada May 15? Association of Universities and Fund Scholarship for $2,500/each and for at least two years as permanent residents. 2013 date not yet Colleges of Canada Disabled Students may be renewed Candidates must be diagnosed with a documented permanent posted www.aucc.ca upon re-application disability that is the primary disability for which they are applying. Candidates must have a minimum average of 75%

CDN Hospitality College Entrance: College Entrance Scholarships: Graduating grade 12 students May 18? Canadian Hospitality Foundation Foundation $2,000 planning to enroll in a minimum 2-year diploma program in the 2013 date not yet 300 Adelaide Street East, Suite 339 Scholarship Program University following areas: Accommodation, Chef, Cook, Culinary, postedfc Entrance: $1,000- Events, Pastry Chef, Food and Beverage, Golf Club, Hospitality, Toronto, ON M5A 1N1 $2,500 Hotel, Resort, Restaurant, Tourism, and Catering Management. 416-363-3401 See website for full details of eligibility criteria. http://www.thechf.ca/scholarships University Entrance Scholarship: Graduating grade 12 students planning to enroll in a bachelor degree program in the following areas: Hospitality, Hotel, Tourism, and Food & Beverage. See website for full details of eligibility criteria.

Confratellanza Italo- $1,000 Gr. 12 student planning to enrol in a post-secondary institution May 19 Confratellanza Italo-Canadese Canadese Society two awards for the first time. Must be of Italian origin, having at least one Scholarship Committee parent or grandparent of direct Italian descent, be living in P.O Box 57091 greater Vancouver, have an academic standing for entry into a 2480 East Hastings Street post-secondary institution. Vancouver, BC. V5K 5G6 Applications will be available in the career centre

Barbara Brink Internship 8-12 paid internship High school seniors interested in the sciences, who demonstrate May? http://www.scienceworld.ca/barbar Science World in the summer academic excellence and leadership abilities. abrink Scholarship for o work in a paid position, alongside Science World’s 2013 deadline not post-secondary dynamic and professional staff yet posted studies awarded o have the opportunity to execute one of several projects upon successful identified by the Selection Committee or propose a completion project of their own creation for consideration o gain once-in-a-lifetime work experience o upon successful completion of the project, receive a scholarship award toward their post-secondary studies

CDN Wildlife Foundation Award amount not Any Canadian youth or youth group who have participated in a May? http://www.cwf- posted wildlife or habitat conservation project, or activity. Nominations fcf.org/en/action/funding- Youth Conservation must include a summary of the project or activity, including 2013 date not yet awards/awards/youth-conservation- Award information about the group and its members. available award/

Vancouver College of Art Various amounts Apply to one of these programs: Graphic Design, Marketing & May 25 www.scholarshipinfo.vcad.ca and Design Merchandising for Fashion, 3D Modeling Animation Art and Design, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Game Development and Design, Mobile Game Design and Development Complete all of the individual requirements for your indicated program of study which may include artwork samples or portfolio (certified that your entry materials are your original creation) and a transcript.

Amy Dalgleish Memorial $1,500 bursaries Graduating from one of the following Vancouver School May 31 http://www.vancitycommunityfoun Bursary District (SD #39) secondary schools: Britannia, Tupper, dation.ca/i/pdf/donors/Dalgleish- Templeton, Gladstone, John Oliver, Vancouver Technical 2012-Application.pdf School, Killarney, Thompson or Windermere, scholastic potential to succeed in post-secondary studies, demonstrated financial need, plan to pursue post-secondary studies in a field that contributes to community development at a community college, university or equivalent educational institution.

MADD Canada Bursaries 1 award $2,000 Canadian students who have had a parent or guardian killed in May 31 http://www.madd.ca/english/youth/ an impaired driving related crash and are pursuing any full time contests.html#3 educational program that is approved by a provincial Ministry of Education.

Canadian Federation of $22,000 given away Applicants MUST be sponsored by an Independent Grocery May 31 CFIG Scholarship Committee Independent Grocers in scholarships Store (CFG member) and pursuing post-secondary studies (min. 2235 Sheppard Ave East, Ste. 902 National Scholarship 2 year program) and intending to pursue a career within the Willowdale, ON M2J 5B5 Program (CFIG) grocery/food industry. Scholarships are awarded based on an www.cfig.ca/page.asp?id=7 essay submission that illustrates the students understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities facing the independent grocer in Canada. Academic and community achievement will also be taken into consideration. On-line application form.

Royal Canadian Legion Each local Legion branch administers its own May 31 Contact your local Legion for more scholarship/bursary program information

Vancouver Poppy Fund 5, $1,000 bursaries This bursary is available to graduating students who are children May 31 Vancouver Poppy Fund or grandchildren of Veterans and Ex-Service Personnel (i.e. #201 – 2520 Ontario Street must have been in the Canadian or British Commonwealth Vancouver, BC Forces). V5T 2X6

Gross income of parent/guardian cannot exceed $50K. Proof of Tel. 604.876.6010 military service required and letter stating education goals. No Email : other requirements, as bursaries are awarded based on financial [email protected] need. Applicant cannot be receiving a bursary from other source.

Husky Oil – Aboriginal $2,500 - $3,000/yr Must be a Canadian citizen of Aboriginal ancestry in need of May 31 at 4pm http://www.huskyenergy.com/socia Education Awards financial assistance and affiliated with a community in close lresponsibility/aboriginalaffairs/edu proximity to Husky operations. $2,500/year for 2 years of study cationawards.asp at a community/technical college. $3,000/year for up to 4 years of study at a university.

Rotary Bursaries 1 bursary $800 Gr. 12 student, monetary need, preferably a student who is not May Maureen Smith receiving other major scholarships, above average involvement Rotary Club of Vancouver, Arbutus in community service, good academic performance, intention to 2001 Nanton Avenue, Vancouver, attend an accredited Canadian university or community college. BC V6J 4A1 Phone 604 739 0390 Fax: 604 737 1718 Check with Career Centre

Aero Club of BC $1,000 Canadian citizen or landed immigrant, essay explaining interest Not sure if this Aero Club of BC Scholarship Scholarship in flying in general or commercial aviation, reasonable academic scholarship is still Committee skill. To provide funds to worthy individuals assistance to pursue offered. 300-18799 Airport Way their passion for aviation. Email sent Dec 21 Pitt Meadows BC V3Y 2B4

Wal-Mart Community 6 $4,000 awards in Financial need, extracurricular activities and community May 31 Wal-Mart Canada Scholarship Program Canada, 2 for involvement. Essay required. 1940 Argentia Rd. (Western Canada) Mississauga, Ontario L5N 1P9 Tel. 905.821.2111 (ext. 4466) http://www.walmartcanada.ca/Page s/Scholarship %20Programs/190/193/193

BC Road Builders & 1 award $1,500 To obtain education in the fields associated with the road May 31 #307-8678 Greenall Avenue Heavy Construction building and heavy construction industry. Preference is given to Burnaby, BC. V5J 3M6 Association females and members of minority groups www.roadbuilders.bc.ca/education Betty Spalton Scholarship _fund.php Phone: 604 436 0220

Ambasciata D’Italia Min. 700 The Italian Government offers scholarships for foreign students June http://borseonline.esteri.it/borseonli Ottawa euro/month and Italian citizens living abroad to study in an Italian 2013 date not yet ne/it/index.asp university. Good knowledge of the Italian language is required. posted

John Pearson Prize $250 One $250 prize awarded to an extremely promising student in June 1 BC Association of Physics physics or engineering physics who is also active athletically Teachers and has an active interest and respect for the outdoors. The http://www.bcapt.ca (follow tabs on student should be in either grade 12 or in first year college or the right to BCAPT Prizes and university with a demonstrated aptitude in physics or Awards) engineering physics. Preference will be given to students that have an interest and skill in applied problems. Application is via a letter of recommendation from your physics teacher.

Catherine Logan Eddy $1,000 Awarded to a graduating ESL grade 12 student pursuing post- June 1 Judith Robson/Anne Wong, CLE Scholarship secondary education after high school. Criteria : demonstrated Scholarship Chairs consistent improvement in academic competence ; school or 212 Blackman Street community involvement or service to others ; and ESL New Westminster, BC coursework at the secondary level. Essay and 3 letters of V3L 2A7 reference required with application. Check with Career Centre Scholarships are only available for recent immigrants who have been granted permanent resident status in Canada.

Vancouver Police 2, $1,000 Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to their community June 1 Scholarship Committee Museum scholarships and plans to pursue a career in policing. A 500 word essay Vancouver Police Museum Chief Raymond J. Canuel required that explains the applicant’s decision to enter the 240 E. Cordova St. Memorial Scholarship policing field, resume, 3 reference letters, proof of acceptance to Vancouver, B.C. V6A 1L3 a recognized post-secondary educational institution, statement of 604.665.3346 grades www.vancouverpolicemuseum.ca/S cholarship.htm

Canadian Sanitation 9 awards of $2,000 Graduating from high school in June, or already enrolled in a June 1 Canadian Sanitation Supply Supply Association college or university, and will be attending college or university 2013 will not be Association Scholarship Scholarship Program in Canada in September, high level of academic achievement posted on the Foundation and strong community involvement. Essay required. website until mid- 300 Mill Road, #G-10 April Toronto, Ontario M9C 4W7 Tel. 416.620.9329 [email protected] www.cssa.com

Fraser Institute $500 Open to secondary and post-secondary students. High school June 1? Student Programs Student Essay Contest students will be considered in a separate category. The Fraser Institute 1,000-1,500 word essay on specific topic. 2013 info not yet 1770 Burrard Street, 4th Floor posted on website Vancouver, BC V6J 3G7 http://www.fraserinstitute.org/educ ation-programs/students/essay- contest.aspx

BC Sports Hall of Fame $2000 each Registered Grade 12 student at a B.C. secondary school, resident June 3 Jack Farley Youth Sports One male of B.C. for the last twelve months, Canadian citizen or landed Achievement Awards One female student, immigrant, future plans to attend a designated post-secondary BC Sports Hall of Fame outstanding institution in B.C. on a full-time basis, shows evidence of high c/o BC Place Stadium Gate “A” amateur athlete athletic ability and performance, excellence in a particular sport, 777 Pacific Blvd., South minimum C+ average , demonstrates leadership skills, active in Vancouver, BC V6B 4Y8 school and community. http://www.bcsportshalloffame.co m/about-us/scholarships/ Contact Barbara Chu [email protected] om for further information.

BC School Sports 4 @ $200/each Badminton: June 10 http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/page Commission Scholarships - two scholarships (1 male, 1 female) to Provincial s/scholarships_awards/sport_comm Category: Badminton Championship participants ission.php - two scholarships (1 male, 1 female) to student-athletes not qualifying for Provincial Championships

BC Excluded Employees 1 or 2 Awards in Applicants must be children, grandchildren or legal dependents June? Scholarship/Bursary Committee Association each category of BCEEA members in good standing, demonstrated BC Excluded Employees Scholarship/Bursary outstanding academic and personal achievements and goals for 2013 info not yet Association Scholarship $1,000 the future., registered, or in the process of being registered, as a posted 303 – 852 Fort Street Bursary $1,000 full-time first year student in an approved program of study in a Victoria, BC V8W 1H8 public university, university college, college or institute in Check with parent www.bceea.bc.ca Canada for an upcoming educational session. or grandparent’s union for more info Scholarship Criteria: Scholastic achievement, summary (max. 1,500 words) describing special recognition and/or accomplishments in community service, arts or sports Bursary Criteria: Applicant’s career & education goals statement; financial need.

South Asian Family 3 awards of $1,000 Must be a student of South Asian descent planning to attend June 14? SAFA Association each full-time studies at a post-secondary institution in Canada or PO Box 60406 Fraser RPO abroad. 2013 info not yet Vancouver, BC V5W 4B5 Criteria : demonstrated excellence in academics, community posted Info : [email protected] involvement or fine arts ; demonstrated capacity for leadership safa.ca and/or service ; 1,000 word max. essay describing What it Applications forms available in the means to be South Asian in your eyes ; and two reference letters. Career Centre

Pride Education Network $150 to $300 range Students must be members of the GSA in their school, have June 15 GALE BC Diversity Scholarship played a significant role in diversity initiatives in their school or BOX 93678 Nelson Park PO local community, graduating from a BC secondary school with a Vancouver BC. V6E 4L7 minimum B standing, plans to attend a recognized, publicly http://pridenet.ca/scholarships-and- funded Canadian post-secondary education and have bursaries demonstrated financial need.

Canadian Medical Hall of 4, $1,000 •Academic excellence (applicants must have an average of 85% June 15 CMHF & GWL, LL & CL Fame Great-West Life, scholarships or higher to apply) Scholarship London Life & Canada (renewable for up •Examples of tasks or activities that demonstrate your ability to: Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Life to 4 years) lead other people ; work in collaboration with others ; 267 Dundas St., Suite 202 communicate effectively; raise awareness about social issues London, ON N6A 1H2 that you are passionate about ; and live your life with honesty, www.cdnmedhall.org integrity, respect and compassion •Awards and recognition •Extra-curricular activities and community service •Evidence of interest in pursuing an education and career in medical/health sciences.

Trinidad & Tobago 1 award $750 Gr. 12 student in the lower mainland, pursuing post-secondary June 20 TTCSBC- Scholarship Committee Cultural Society of BC education Suite 712, 130-8191 Westminster Scholarship Essay 1 award $750 Gr. 12 student with a Caribbean heritage, entering a post- Highway, Richmond, BC. V6X Competition secondary institution 1A7 Three awards one in each 1 award $750 Gr. 12 student with Trinidad & Tobago family background, 604 515 2400 of the categories pursuing post-secondary education http://www.ttcsbc.org/services/scho larships

APEGBC Professional Applicants must be entering either the Engineering or the June 25 APEGBC University Entrance Engineers & $2,500 Geoscience Program at UBC, UVic, SFU, BCIT or UNBC; Scholarships Geoscientists of BC applicants are evaluated on the basis of academic standing, #200-4010 Regent Street University Entrance & $1,000 extracurricular activities, financial need and a max.500-word Burnaby, BC V5C 6N2 Engineering Transfer Student Statement relating why they are entering engineering or Phone: 604 412 4891 Entrance Scholarships geoscience and their views on how engineering or geoscience is www.apeg.bc.ca/students/scholarsh impacting society ips/entrancescholarship.html

Elmer Helm Youth Fund 2 to 8 awards Open to youth under the age of 25 who have demonstrated a June 30 The Alexandra Foundation for Scholarship $1,500 each significant contribution to their community in a volunteer Neighbourhood Houses The Alexandra 4 awards may be capacity, to exemplify the Neighbourhood House ideal of The Elmer Helm Youth Fund Foundation for given to prior community service. This is not primarily an academic Suite 203 – 3102 Main Street Neighbourhood Houses recipients who are competition, but evidence of strong academic achievement and Vancouver, BC V5T 3G7 continuing their potential is important. Three letters of reference, transcript and Phone 604 875 9111 undergraduate letter outlining personal and career goals and explaining why the www.alexandrafoundation.org studies. candidate believes he or she should be selected for the award.

The National Union of 4 awards of $1,500 General Requirements: All applicants must be dependents of June 30 Scholarships Public & General each National Union of Public & General Employees’ Union National Union of Public & Employees Tommy Douglas: 750-1,000 word essay on given subject General Employees Tommy Douglas Terry Fox Memorial: Applicants must be students with 15 Auriga Drive Scholarship; Terry Fox disabilities, plus 750-1,000 word essay on given subject Nepean, ON K2E 1B7 Memorial Scholarship; Aboriginal CDNs: 750-1,000 word essay on given subject http://www.nupge.ca/scholarships Scholarship for Visible Minorities: 750-1,000 word essay on given subject Aboriginal CDNs; Scholarship for Visible Minorities

The Canadian Printing 50 awards $1,250 Must be enrolled for a minimum of two years, on a full time June 30 www.cpia-aci.ca/scholarship-trust- Industries basis, in a printing management or technical program (not art or fund/index_e.php design) in a post-secondary Canadian school. See website for list of approved programs. In BC, BCIT’s Graphic Communications Technology 2 year program is approved.

Public Service Alliance of 14 awards to Available to PSAC members and their children. Selection is June 30 Public Service Alliance of Canada Canada dependant children based on an 800 word essay (or video or photos) according to Scholarship Committee of PSAC members the topic, scholastic achievement and community and union 233 Gilmour St., Suite 904 involvement (of parents). Ottawa, Ontario K2P 0P1 Tel. 613.560.4292 http://www.psac- afpc.com/what/benefits/scholarship s-e.shtml

Hospital Employees’ $350 to $1,000 Available to children of HEU members. Criteria: financial need June 30 The Hospital Employees’ Union Union Bursary Program and demonstrated satisfactory academic standing. Tenable at 5000 North Fraser Way any post-secondary institution. Burnaby, B.C. V5J 5M3 Contact: Patti at 604.456.7051 or Mary at 604.456.7004 www.heu.org

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CDN Union of Public $ to be determined Applicants must be dependents of a member of a CUPE local July 15 CUPE B.C. Division Employees (CUPE) affiliated to CUPE BC; entering 1st year of a recognized post- #510-4940 Canada Way Aubrey Burton/Reg Ford secondary institution in BC; academic achievement Burnaby, BC V5G 4T3 Memorial Scholarship www.cupe.bc.ca/resources/bursarie s

Consulate General of Jinnah Award: Students of Pakistani origin with a high July 20 Consulate General of Pakistan Pakistan academic record as well as special financial needs. On-line application form 4 awards of $500 Recommendation letter from Principal required. http://www.pcgv.org/jinnah- Jinnah Award each for students of award_current.shtml Pakistani origin Saleen Akbar Sports Awards – open to a Grade 12 student of Saleem Akbar Sports Pakistani origin studying in a public secondary school in Greater Award 1 award of $300 Vancouver, with outstanding achievement in sports activities. Recommendation letter from Principal and details of achievement certified by the School Principal.

Cerebral Palsy 10 awards $1,000 Applicants must provide documentation that they have Cerebral July 29 Attention: Bursary Committee Association of B.C. Palsy; evidence of financial need; two letters of reference, plan Cerebral Palsy Association of BC Tanabe Bursary to pursue post-secondary education, must be 18 years and older. 802 - 409 Granville Street Vancouver, BC V6C 1T2 (604) 408-9484 www.bccerebralpalsy.com

June Callwood Harmony 10 awards of Applicants must have demonstrated leadership in organizing July 31 Harmony Movement Scholarships $1,000 each activities to promote social cohesion and diversity such as: race 255 Duncan Mill Road, Suite 705 and ethnicity, class, family, gender, age, ability and regionalism. Toronto, Ontario M3B 3H9 Tel. 416.385.2660 [email protected] http://www.harmony.ca/scholarship s/

BC Electrical Association $500-$1,000 For high schools planning to pursue a career in one of the July 31 BC Electrical Association Bursary Program bursaries following areas : Electrical, Marketing, Electrical Engineering #224-3989 Henning Drive or Business. Burnaby, BC V5C 6N5 Each applicant will be evaluated according to the following Tel. 604.291.7708 criteria : Field of Study, Financial Need, Employment, Application package available in Community Service/School Activities/Volunteering, and Essay the Career Centre

Disability Awards Various Searchable database based on disability Various www.disabilityawards.ca

BCIT President’s Up to 25 tuition For grade 12 students graduating in June 2013. August http://www.bcit.ca/finaid/entrancea Entrance Awards awards (max Selection is based on an evaluation of academic achievement wards.shtml $4,000) plus other factors such as: Additional entrance 1 Participation and contribution to school activities. awards (see website for 2 Leadership and citizenship. details) 3 Volunteer and/or community service.

Icelandic Canadian Club 2 awards $1,000 Students of Icelandic origin, residents of BC, beginning or Aug 15 Scholarship Committee, Iceland of BC continuing a program of post-secondary education in BC House, 939 - 6th Street, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 3C8, Tel: 604-515-1224 or e-mail: [email protected] www.inlofna.org/ICCBC/ICCBC_ Scholarships.html

Lovison Family 2 awards $800 Gr. 12 students, Roman Catholic residents of the Lower August 20 Lovison Family Memorial Memorial Scholarship Mainland, expected to graduate with a B average or higher, Scholarship planning to attend full time at a university, community college c/o 5576 Argyle Street, Vancouver or technical institute in pursuit of a degree or diploma. Letter of BC. V5P 3J6 reference from a parish priest. Info available in the Career Centre

Vancouver Canucks $2,500/year with Applicants must be planning to pursue 4-year studies in the August 29 Larry Ashley Scholarship Larry Ashley Scholarship possibility of fields of sports medicine or athletic training and be BC residents C/o Mr. Norm Jewison renewal for up to 4 for a min. 2 years prior to application Vancouver Canucks years 800 Griffiths Way Vancouver, BC V6B 6G1 http://canucks.nhl.com/club/page.ht m?bcid=172

Edmonton Rodeo Up to 4 Applicants must be pursuing post-secondary studies in the areas August 30 Casey Mills, Cowboy’s Benevolent scholarships of of broadcasting or agriculture; two letters of reference; 700 to [email protected] Fund $2,500/each 800-word essay Tel: 780-491-3427 Bill Kehler Memorial Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy’s Awards Benevolent Fund c/o Northlands Park P.O. Box 1480 Edmonton, AB T5J 2N5 http://www.canadianfinalsrodeo.co m/around-edmonton/bill-kehler- scholarship

Father Emmanuele 2 awards $1500 Gr. 12 students, residents of lower mainland, Roman Catholic August 31 The Father Rosaia Scholarship Rosaia Scholarship and Italian-Canadian origin, B grade or higher, to attend a Committee university or community college where studies will lead to a c/o 12059 188A Street university degree in Canada or in another country, one letter of Pitt Meadows BC V3Y 1W3 reference by the applicant’s parish priest Info available in the Career Centre

Khalsa Credit Union 5 awards $1,500 School and community involvement and academic record. September ? Khalsa Credit Union Scholarship and Bursary 5 awards $1,500 Religious scholarship: must be member of Sikh community 2013 info not yet 8788 – 120th Street, 3rd Fl. - Academic Scholarships 3 awards $1,200 Bursaries: financial need available Surrey, B.C. V3W 3N6 - Religious Scholarships 5 bursaries $1,000 Tel. 604.507.6404 - Sports Scholarships www.khalsacreditunion.ca - Bursaries

Mahatma Gandhi Student September ? Dr. D. Grayston, Institute for the Award 2012 Check with career Humanities, SFU centre Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6

BC Principals and Vice 40 awards of $500 10 of the 40 scholarships are reserved for children of BCPVPA Sept. 14 BC Principals and Vice Principals Principals Association each members. The remaining 30 scholarships are open to all BC Association Student Scholarships graduates and 2 scholarships are specifically established for #200-525 10th Avenue West First Nations students. Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K9 Requirements: transcript of final grades, proof of paid Telephone: 604-689-3399 registration at a post-secondary institution, short essay www.bcpvpa.bc.ca indicating leadership roles held in school and community as well as post-secondary aspirations, letter of reference from school principal and a second letter of reference

BC Retired Principals 4 awards $500 each Graduating from the B.C. public school system and continuing Sept. 14 BC Retired Principals' and Vice- and Vice Principals their education in a post-secondary setting, students pursuing Principals' Association Association education in technical and career fields such as the arts, trades, #200 - 525 West 10th Avenue Scholarships/Bursaries technology, and other related areas qualify as applicants in Vancouver, BC. V5Z 1K9 BCRPVPA addition to those pursuing traditional academic studies at www.bcpvpa.bc.ca colleges and universities, academic achievements and demonstrated leadership activities both within the school and community.

Harris and Company Law 1 award $500 Gr. 12 student from Vancouver School District wishing to attend September 21 Barbara Anderson, Education a recognized post-secondary institution, college or university, Check with the Coordinator Law 11 or 12 student who excels in law studies. For schools not career centre Superintendent’s Office offering law courses, one alternative course of schools choice Vancouver School Board may be selected as the basis for receiving this award. 1580 West Broadway Vancouver BC. V6J 5K8

Credit Union Foundation Awards vary up to Main criterion is financial need. These awards are supplemental Oct 15 for Fall Credit Union Foundation of BC of BC Education Awards a maximum of grants-in-aid and it is expected that applicants will have their Semester c/o 1441 Creekside Drive $3,000 main funding in place and will have made every effort through Feb 15 for Winter Vancouver, BC V6J 4S7 normal channels available to students to cover their shortfall of Semester funds. Applicants must be attending post-secondary schools June 15 for Download application at within BC. Spring/Summer www.cufoundation.org/student-info Applications accepted at the start of students’ academic year. Semester