Scholarships / Bursaries
Scholarships are ordered by deadline. University / College specific
scholarships are in a separate table at the bottom of the page.
General Scholarships
Scholarship
Deadline
Blyth
Cambridge
Scholarship
Full tuition,
travel costs and
living allowance
for 3 years
Submit two
months prior
to the start of
the academic
year
Loran Award
and Canadian
Moorehead
Scholarship
$3,000 up to
$64,000
Selection Criteria
(See website or Student Services Office for full eligibility criteria)
Students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and the ability to excel
at Cambridge University. Intellectual depth and personal integrity are key requirements
and should be reflected in their grades and letters of recommendation.
Application online only at http://www.blytheducation.com/
Oct 2
to student
services to
be
considered
Academic average of 85% or higher. Candidates should be outstanding students who
for
nomination demonstrate character, promise of leadership, and strong commitment to service in the
deadline in m community.
Oct 24
Oct 29 for
direct pool
Diversity
Bursary
TD Canada
Trust
Scholarship
October
December
up to $
70,000.00
Schulich Leader
Scholarships
$60,000
Burger King
Scholars
Program
Are you creative, innovative, connected? Are you embarking on a career in
communications, technology, design, video production, photography or marketing?
Do you belong to a diverse group? CNS is offering three, $1,000 bursaries to students
from designated groups enrolled in a post-secondary education program. The
bursaries will be awarded in the categories of
Images, Words and Ideas.
Demonstrated outstanding community leadership in balance with good academic
achievement.
Up to 20 scholarships awarded nationally. Applications in the student services office
or online at www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship
Schulich Leaders are selected by the universities. In order to become a Schulich
Leader, one must be a Schulich Leader Nominee enrolling in a STEM (Science,
Early
Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) faculty at a minimum of one of 20
January
designated Canadian Universities selected to participate in Schulich Leader
resume and Scholarships in the Fall of 2013.
reference
The student must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada and possess
letters to the at least two of the three following attributes:
Guidance
- Exceptionally high academic grades
Office
- Demonstrated leadership in school life and community life, or provided evidence of
to be
entrepreneurial talent (Schulich Leader Nominees must provide two written references
considered with at least one academic)
for
- Financial need
nomination Students wishing to be considered for nomination must submit their resume and two
reference letters (at least one academic) to their Guidance Counsellor by January 7,
2013.
January
Candidates will be evaluated on their academic achievements and records and
participation in school and community activities. Students do not have to be employed
at a Burger King restaurant to be eligible but there are additional scholarships for
employees. Award guidelines click here
Terry Fox
Humanitarian
Award
February
up to $7,000 /
year
Phillip W. Oland
and J.P.
McCarthy
Scholarships St FX
Candidate should demonstrate the highest ideals and qualities of citizenship, courage
in overcoming obstacles, involvement in voluntary humanitarian and community work,
and participation in sport and fitness. Deadline Feb 1
For students with high scholastic standing and demonstrated leadership ability.
Mid February
Renewable for four years at $6,000 per year. *The school can only nominate one
to Guidance
student in the top 1% - 2% of the grade 12 class. If you wish to be considered for
Office
nomination please submit your resume to your guidance counselor by deadline
The Young Women in Public Affairs Award Program:
The Zonta club
of Halifax
Scholarships
February
Co-Op Atlantic
McEwen
Scholarship
March
Bedford Players
Scholarship
$1000
March
Leonard
Foundation
Scholarship
$1,000 - $1,500
Knights of
Columbus
Bedford Players will present one $1000.00 scholarship to a student who will be
attending a post-secondary theatre arts program.
March
contact
nominator
first
March
Open to practicing Catholics of good moral character who are residents of Nova Scotia
and are planning to attend University, Community College or Private College.
Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and on high academic standing.
Applications must be delivered to Alvin Cameron no later than March 6
March
Learning financial skills is crucial to future financial freedom. Since 2004 Credit
Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada, Inc. (CCSAC) has awarded $71,000 to
students across Atlantic Canada. With several $1,000 scholarships available annually,
we continue to provide students with the tools to minimize their post-secondary debt
and to use credit wisely
March
Open to students who are passionate about their field of study,
curious, courageous and willing to try new things, caring about
their family, neighborhood and community; and truly interested
in becoming involved and making a difference in society.
University and Skilled Trades scholarships
March
A graduate of a Nova Scotia high school in this academic year (not as a result of
upgrading) planning to attend a Maritime Provinces university in the fall. Student must
have a demonstrated interest in multiculturalism and human rights.
W.Garfield
Weston Award
Dr. P Anthony
Johnstone
Scholarship
Applicant must be a Co-op Atlantic member or a dependant of a current Co-op Atlantic
member or employee or a full-time or part-time employee.
Applicants are judged on their application including a formal written essay. They
should be able to demonstrate knowledge of co-operative issues and/or organizations,
have good academic performance and have demonstrated community/school
involvement.
For information contact Rachel Poirier, at Rachel.poirier@coopatlantic.ca or at (506)
858-6055
Preference will be given to daughters or sons of ordained clergy, licensed elementary
or 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 CanadaSuccessful 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.
Application Form can be forwarded for consideration only through a Nominator. Select
one nearest you and call for an appointment. This must be done before March 15. The
earlier, the better but not before January 02. Applications available in the Guidance
office or at http://www.leonardfnd.org/
$1,000
Credit
Counselling
Services of
Atlantic Canada,
Inc. Scholarship
Several $1,000
scholarships
available
The Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Program offers
recognition and awards at district and international level for
outstanding young women who are making a difference in their
world through service. The winner will be awarded $1,000.
Applications available at http://www.gov.ns.ca/lae/scholarships/.
$6,000
Nova Scotia
Power
scholarships
Royal Canadian
Legion – Jack
Moore and AIL
Insurance
Bursary
March
Nova Scotia Power supports a number of scholarships at educational institutions
province-wide for students in trades and degree programs. To learn more about the
scholarships they offer view the link to the left.
April 15
Awarded to N.S. students planning to attend a post-secondary institution on a full time
basis. Bursaries are awarded on a point system that is based on financial need, with
special consideration given to children of Veterans. Click on link to download
application
April 15
Awarded to N.S. students planning to attend a post-secondary institution on a full time
basis. Bursaries are awarded on a point system that is based on financial need, with
special consideration given to children of Veterans. Click on link to download
applicaiton
April 15
A disabled resident of Nova Scotia Starting post-secondary education in Nova Scotia
(University, Community College or Private College)
Click link for application
April
To be considered, scholarship applicants must:
Be a person with a permanent disability. Applications are evaluated on a number of
factors including: Community involvement, Extra-curricular activities, Approach to
overcoming barriers, Academic performance, Educational goals and direction.
All required documentation must be received at the Partnership for Access Awareness
- NS office (for address, see below) no later than 4:30 pm on the due date.
April
deGarthe Art Scholarship
Eligibility: The applicant must be in the final year of high school and eligible for
graduation. Also the applicant must have an intent to study art in a post-secondary
setting. The applicant must submit 2 unframed original pieces of art work in oil and/or
water color, or acrylic.
April
The Power of Positive Change Awards recognizes young Nova Scotian’s who make a
positive difference in their schools and communities. The winners receive a $2,000 bursary
for post-secondary studies, apprenticeship training or other educational opportunities. To
be eligible, students from grades primary to 12 must demonstrate leadership by organizing
a school or community activity or promoting positive attitudes and behaviour.
The awards will be presented at a ceremony in June. Criteria for the Power of Positive
Change Awards and nomination forms are available online at
http://www.powerofpositivechange.ca/nomination-package.shtml
April
For students entering university programs in engineering, geology or
geophysics or a technical or trades program relative to the oil and gas
industry. Must demonstrate solid academic performance, community
involvement, and leadership.
$500
Royal Canadian
Legion – Elsie
Jean Lambert
Scholarship
$1,000
Wales
Scholarship
$6,000
PAANS Partnership for
Access
Awareness of
NS Scholarships for
Students with
Disabilities
Eleven of $1500
Three of $2000
deGarthe Art
Scholarship
$1000
The Power of
Positive Change
Award
EnCana High
School
Scholarship
$10,000 ($2,500
renewable over
four years)
ICANS - Institute
of Chartered
Accountants of
Nova Scotia
Four $1000
scholarships
April
Nova Scotian high school students who are graduating in June and attending
university in September to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Commerce are
eligible.
Teachers Plus
Credit Union
Awards
$1000/year for 4
years
Nova Scotia
Power Trades
Scholarship
April
For students who are members of (or the child or grandchild of a member of) the
Teachers Plus Credit Union. Awards are based on academic achievement and
participation in school and community events.
April
Created in 2005, the Nova Scotia Power Trades Scholarship was developed to
encourage and support students entering Trades related to Utility or Energy sectors.
This year, ten (10) non-renewable $1000 scholarships will be available for students
enrolling in the following programs at the Nova Scotia Community College in
September 2010: Power Engineering, Industrial Instrumentation, or Utility Line Work Construction & Maintenance
Eligibility: Recipients are selected on the basis of a solid academic record. We define
this as a minimum overall average of 70% over their senior years (grades 10 through
12), with a passing grade in all required subjects. Applicants must be prepared to
demonstrate their interest in a utility or trade-related career through an essay or similar
means.
Applicants must be accepted into the Nova Scotia Community College for full-time
studies in a trade discipline as outlined above.
http://www.nspower.ca/en/home/community/scholarships/trades.aspx
April
Awarded to female students enrolling in eligible programs at NSCC. Applicants will
submit an essay describing why they are interested in a career at Michelin. Selection is
based on content of essay, academic ability, and character, demonstration of
teamwork and leadership skills.
Ten $1000
scholarships
Michelin Female
Technical
Initiative
Bursary
Program
2 X $2,500
Black Educators
Association
Bursaries for
African NS
Learners
April
$400
Pengrowth Nova
Scotia Energy
Scholarship
Program
Royal Canadian
Legion Calais
Branch 162
Sackville NS
Bursary
Nova Scotia
IODE Bursary
Scholarships valued at $10,000 ($2,500 renewable over four years), are awarded
annually to students completing grade 12 at a Nova Scotia high school with the
intent to pursue energy-related studies at university
May
The program also offers non-renewable $2,500 scholarships for first-year
students accepted to eligible energy-related trades and technology programs at
the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)
May
Calais Branch 162 established 8 $1000 bursaries to assist 1st year deserving students
to pursue career goals at recognized post secondary institutions in Canada.
Applications are open to relatives or dependents of veterans, retired Military personal
or those serving in the Armed Forces.
Applications are available in the Guidance office
May
Open to students planning to continue their education after high school. Application is
to be accompanied by a transcript and a letter stating interests, future plans and
financial status. Applicant and family must be in financial need
Applications available online
May
This scholarship is available only to Grade 12 students who are planning on pursuing
post secondary education in a Department/Faculty of Engineering or departments of
Geology or Geophysics in Nova Scotia. Disbursed in payment of $2500per year for up
to four years to a maximum of $10 000. Apply online click here
May
Student scholarships are distributed between high school and university/college
students and are awarded based upon academic achievement, references and Equals6
community participation.
May
Three awards, of $500 each may be presented each year, one each, to a graduating
student of Sackville High School, Millwood High School, and Lockview High School;
and/or a part-time staff member of Lake District Recreation Association managed
facilities.
George Atwood Biography
$500
Encana
Community
Scholarship
Equals6.com
Top Talent
Scholarships
Black Educators Association Bursaries for African NS Learners
Eligibility Criteria (This is a one-time bursary)
• African Nova Scotian (Black) learner - At least one parent to be of African descent
• Resident of Nova Scotia
• Demonstrate financial need
• Continuing studies at Post-Secondary institution (i.e., university, college, trade,
school,
• Studying toward first degree or diploma at Canadian post-secondary institution
(including the Transition Year Program)
$250
George Atwood
Memorial
Scholarship
sponsored by
Lake District
Recreation
These are non-renewable and payable to the institution of the recipient’s choice.
The successful candidate will be selected based on the following criteria:
Individual must be entering a post-secondary institution for the purpose of pursuing
studies in the areas of recreation and/or physical education (including but not limited to
recreation administration, therapeutic recreation, sports administration, recreation
management, and kinesiology) .2. Applicant must have been involved in school or
community activities relating to recreation or physical education.
Association
Warwick
Kimmins
Science
Scholarship
May
Open to Atlantic Canadian students entering a Bachelor of Science program next year.
Applicants write a 300-500 word essay on 'What scientific breakthrough you would like
to make and why'.
http://www.immunovaccine.com/
$1000
Post
Secondary
Tourism
Scholarship
Halifax County
local NSTU
Bursary
Click here for
application
Stepping Stone
Bursary
(Black Cultural
Society of N.S.)
May
May
May
The Nova Scotia Tourism Human Resource Council
The deadline for submission is May 15.
All Halifax County local members with children graduating high school are eligible to apply for
a bursary from the Local.
.
To be considered students must write a max 400 word essay o explaining:
1) Why you would be an outstanding candidate for the Halifax County bursary.
2) How the bursary will enhance your post secondary learning experience.
Awarded to an African Nova Scotian student who is enrolling full time at NSCC. Must
have demonstrated financial need, a consistently good academic standing, and have
demonstrated involvement in the community through extra-curricular activities and/or
community service.
(renewable)
EANS - Epilepsy
Association of
NS Scholarship
and Bursary
Four $500
Scholarship
awards
May
EANS Memorial Scholarships - The James Russell Kline Memorial Bursary and the
Jesse
Payne
Memorial
Bursary
The
Epilepsy Association of
Nova
Scotia
(EANS)
is
offering four
scholarships/bursaries this year. The value of each is $500.00. The awards are
available to young people who are under the care of a physician for the treatment of
epilepsy, to assist with their post-secondary education at any recognized institution
throughout
the
world.
Application forms can be obtained by calling the EANS office at 429-2633, looking on
the website, www.epilepsy.com [under Programs] or visiting the guidance office. There
are different criteria for the scholarships and the bursaries. Potential applicants should
consider these when deciding which award is appropriate for their particular situation.
If you have any questions please speak to me at the above number.
May
Open to graduating students going on to further full-time study in music beginning the
next academic year immediately following their graduation from high school,
Applications should include:
1.) Covering letter outlining details of proposed music study at university and a brief resume
highlighting music participation in the schools you have attended, as well as any participation in
All-City music programs and community music activities.
2.) A letter of recommendation from your high school music teacher(s) and proof of
acceptance to a post-secondary music program.
Submit the above to Scholarship Committee, c/o Sue Ellen Wilder, Halifax Schools'
Music Centre, Room 310, Quinpool Education Centre, 6067 Quinpool Road, Halifax, NS,
B3L 1A2
May
Suburban District clubs include Suburban FC, Scotia Soccer Club, Bedford
Soccer Association, Sackville United Soccer Association, and East Hants Soccer
Association Suburban district is offering four $500 awards annually to deserving
students within the boundaries of the Suburban District and its member clubs. To be
eligible, you:
1. Must be accepted at a post-secondary institution (university, college, technical
school, trade school, etc) in a program leading to a degree/diploma.
2. For the last 4 years, either:
a) Played for a Suburban District club(s).
Karen Oxley
Kennedy
Memorial Vocal
Scholarship
Kaye Dimock
Pottie
Scholarship
Chalmers Doane
Scholarship
Gregory P Pentz
Memorial
bursary
Suburban club
b) Was a coach or assistant coach for a Suburban District club(s) in seasons, when you
did not play.
c) Was a referee within the Suburban District in seasons when you did not play.
Cobequid
Community
Health Centre
Foundation
Bursary
May
A bursary of $1000 to a grade 12 student who is enrolled in a post secondary education program
related to the health/medical field and attends one of the following high schools, Charles P.
Allen, Millwood High, Lockview High and Sackville High. You must be enrolled in
This includes both university and college programs. Programs given preference are:
• Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Physiotherapy Assistant
• EKG Technologist
• X-Ray Technologist
• Pharmacy Clerk
• Orthopedic Technician
.
Monaanto Fund
Opportunity
Scholarship
Program
B.Davis
Scholarship
Award Value:
$1,000
May
Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarships are available to
eligible students entering their first year of post-secondary
education in agriculture at a recognized Canadian educational
institution
May
The creators of the “Student Award Search Aid” website are offering a scholarship for
2012.
Please visit our website at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm to
read about us and to apply for our scholarship. While you’re there, please browse
through the rest of the site to learn more about applying for scholarships.
N.S. Fruit
Growers Assoc.
Bursary
$500
May
Canadian
Lebanese
Chamber of
Commerce
Scholarship
May
African Nova
Scotian
Students
University
Entrance
Scholarships
CFIG Canadian
Federation of
Independent
Grocers
National
Scholarship
Cobequid
Cultural
Society
application
Open to students entering a post-secondary program in the field of tree fruit
production or a related science program (biology, chemistry, food science, plant
science, environmental science, business or agri-business.
Priority will be given to a child of a member of the NSFGA.
Criteria include academic achievement, participation in school and community
activities, and interest in the tree fruit industry.
4x$1500 scholarships are offered to students who would like to continue their studies to
University or College in Nova Scotia. These scholarships are open to any resident of
Nova Scotia who has Canadian citizenship and is of Lebanese decent.
Click here for application
May
Available to African Nova Scotian (Black) students who have successfully completed
Grade 12 in the Nova Scotia school system within the current year
who have been accepted into, and will attend university in the academic year
immediately following Grade 12.In Addition, applicants must: have obtained an
average of 75% or higher in five Grade 12 academic courses including the compulsory
course of English 12 and any four others from the Nova Scotia school system
May
CFIG will award a National Scholarship of $10,000 and Regional
Scholarships of $2,000 in each of the High School and
College/University categories. Scholarship applications are evaluated
based on an essay submission that demonstrates the student’s
understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities of the
independent grocer in Canada, as well as academic and personal
achievements.
May
The CCS is offering a $1,000.00 bursary to a
student from the Cobequid area of the Halifax
Regional Municipality who will be attending a fulltime, post-secondary program focusing on visual &
performing arts.
Community Scholarships
Wal-Mart
Canada
Community
Scholarship
May
Application
The Walmart Canada Community Scholarship Program offers educational grants to
graduating high school students who aspire to continue their education at the college
or university level. A total of six awards will be given away, two per region: Eastern
Canada (Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, P.E.I., and Quebec), Ontario
and Western Canada (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Yukon
Territory, Northwest Territories and Nunavut).
More information
It’s Your Future
Scholarship
Program
6 scholarships
of $2000
June
TANS (The Information Technology Industry Alliance of NS)
Criteria: This scholarship is open to grade 12 students planning on post secondary
education in technology and or information management. To apply you must have a
conditional acceptance or acceptance to a computer or technology program as listed
in the program brochure, write an essay explaining why you are a good candidate for
this scholarship, and provide three letters of recommendation from a teacher, the
principal, and or community leader.
Scholarship details and criteria are outlined in the brochure and on the website.
Students been conditionally accepted to a Nova Scotia university or NSCC IT program
are encouraged to apply (see list of eligible programs).
If you have any questions or require extra posters or brochures, please contact Beth
Girard, Nova Scotia Business Inc. at 902-424-5842 or bgirard@nsbi.ca.
Kirstyn Butler
Memorial
Scholarship
$500
June
Applicants must have been an active member of Girl Guides of Canada in the Halifax
area in the year prior to applying and be a registered active member during the year for
which they receive the scholarship. Must attend a full time post-secondary institution.
Marion Sweet
Memorial
Bursary Trappers
Association of
N.S.
$500
June
Available to trappers, members of the Trappers Association, dependents of the
Trappers Association or dependants of active trappers. Must be enrolled in an institute
of higher learning. Requires candidate to write an essay on trapping and the use of fur
in today's society.
For Information click here
AHEPA
Scholarship
$1000
June
Provided by the Anglo-Hellenic Educational and Progressive Association to a student
of Hellenic (Greek) heritage who is applying to attend university next year. Must have a
minimum average of 85%.
Applications in the guidance office or email Peter Delefes at pdelefes@eastlink.ca .
YMCA Langille
Scholarship
$1000
June
The YMCA Langille Scholarship is made possible through the generosity of a YMCA
donor and supporter. This is available for Y-involved youth (18 to 29 years) who
demonstrate the need for assistance as they further their post-secondary education.
Please visit our website for applications and further information:
http://www.ymcahrm.ns.ca/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=43
&cntnt01origid=15&cntnt01returnid=67
June
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our
annual scholarship program.
Application Process: Students will submit an essay on one of the two topics that
appear on the scholarship page of our web site:
http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
Full details are available on our site. If you have any questions, please direct them to
scholarships@abbottandfenner.com
BigSun
Scholarship
$500
June
Big Sun Scholarship
We are proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits.
The successful applicant will be currently involved in athletics in some capacity, either
for their school or for their community.
Please visit our website at http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.
The Encana
Native Council
Opportunities
June
The Encana Native Council Opportunities Fund (ENCOF) at the Native Council of Nova
Scotia.
ENCOF is a program for off reserve Mi'kmaq/Aboriginal Peoples living in the province
Abbott and
Fenner
Scholarship
Program
$1000
Fund (ENCOF)
of Nova Scotia. ENCOF is an initiative to encourage, promote and support the
participation of Aboriginal Peoples in careers relevant or useful within the oil and gas
industry.
ENCOF is able to provide funding for the following:
1) Tutoring for students who are struggling in courses needed for their post secondary
education and applications are provided by ENCOF;
2) Tuition disbursement for technical school and could also include allowances for
books, equipment and living allowances (applications are provided);
3) Tuition disbursement for technical school and could also include allowances for
books, equipment and living allowances (applications are provided);
Information and applications available in the guidance office.
For addition information please contact:
Tracey Johnson, ENCOF Coordinator, Native Council of Nova Scotia
P.O. Box 1320, Truro, N.S. B2N 5N2
Tel: (902) 895-1523, Fax: (902) 895-0024, encof@eastlink.ca , www.ncns.ca
The National
Union
Scholarship
program
June
Four awards of $1,500 given each year to children of NUPGE members
African United
Baptist Assoc.
Scholarship
July
Applicant must have been a resident of Nova Scotia for the past 5 years and a member
/ adherent of a Church within the African United Baptist Association of Nova Scotia.
St Paul's Home
Award for
Education and
Training
July
Open to students who have resided in one of the Phoenix Residential Programs or who
have accessed Phoenix Youth Programs.
July
Applicant must be an African Nova Scotian (Black) student applicant must be
enrolled on a full-time basis in the first or second year of a recognized university
degree program (i.e. Bachelor of Music) have a concentration in one of the
performing arts genre, i.e. music, voice, dance, theatrical performances; have
demonstrated qualities of performing arts through participation in student activities
and community affairs
African Nova
Scotian
Students
Performing
ArtsScholarship
African Nova
Scotian
Students Comm.
College
AES Engineers
Scholarship
August
October
$500
Communication
s Nova Scotia
Diversity
Bursary
$1,000.
October
Applicant must be an African Nova Scotian (Black) student
applicants must be enrolled full-time in an approved Community College, Private Career
College, or Trade School
Application Process - Students will submit an essay on one of the two topics that
appear on the scholarship page of our web site
http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
Awarded to students from diverse backgrounds who are working towards careers in
communications-related fields. This includes public relations, photography, audio
visual arts, filmmaking, web-related careers, graphic design, etc.
For more information and applications please visit: www.gov.ns.ca/cns
University / College Scholarships
(Listed alphabetically)
Please Note: This table does not include information about regular entrance
scholarships, which are based solely on admission average and vary from institution to
institution. Most institutions consider students automatically for entrance scholarships;
therefore no separate application is required. Please visit the website of each institution,
or the Guidance Office, to find out more about what each institution offers.
Scholarship
Deadline
Selection Criteria
(See website or Student Services Office for full eligibility criteria)
Each university offers:
Harrison McCain Scholarship
$16,000 ($4,000 for 4 years)
U. of Alberta Excellence
Scholarship
$500 - $5,000
Dalhousie University
- Alumni Leadership
Scholarships
- financial need
- scholastic attainment - min 80% average
March
- leadership qualities
Check individual
- demonstrated initiative on the part of the student in funding his/her own
University sites
education
-
December
March
- good scholastic record (minimum average of 80%)
- must have played a leadership role in extracurricular activities such as
community service, student government, athletics, or the visual or performing
arts
- applications available in the Guidance Office
$1,000 - $2,000
Dalhousie University
First Nations and
Indigenous Black Students
Scholarship
Above 80% average based on grade 11 and 12 marks, planning to attend U. of
Alberta in September of 2009. Only open to students who did not apply for the
Early bird scholarship.
http://www.registrar.ualberta.ca/ro.cfm?id=2
March
- open to First Nations and indigenous Black students
- awarded based on financial need, academic standing and extracurricular
involvement
March
- minimum 80% average, based on community involvement and/or financial
need
$12,000 ($3,000 over 4
years)
Dalhousie University
- Entrance Bursary
$1,500
NSCC Entrance Awards for
2012 Graduates
First year tuition for a
regular certificate
May
St. F.X. Class of '54 Bursary
First year student coming directly from a N.S. public school with good grades
but not high enough to be eligible for an entrance scholarship. Student must
have extreme financial need. Applications available in the Guidance Office
$3500
St. Mary’s University
African Canadian Bursary
March
$1,000
Saint Mary’s Student
Residence Leadership
Excellence Awards
Criteria: Students graduating from high school with an average of 75% or
above, who have been offered admission to a full-time program may apply for
an Entrance Award. Applicants must have been offered a full time admission to
NSCC and paid the confirmation fee.
Applications available in the Guidance Office or for more information go to the
website at www.nscc.ca. Go to Admissions, on the upper left of the menu bar,
click on Cost and Financial Aid, and then click on Scholarships and Bursaries.
April
Six of $2750each
Open to African Canadian students with some element of financial need who
were born in or completed high school in Nova Scotia. Student must satisfy
admission requirements and attend St. Mary’s as a full time student.
www.smu.ca/canadianscholarships
Applications available in the Guidance Office
Awarded to incoming Saint Mary’s students with a desire to live in residence
and contribute to the spirit and fabric of Saint Mary’s University. Recipients will
have demonstrated a commitment to extracurricular pursuits and a strong track
record of involvement and contribution to their home community and school
through student government and student lead initiatives, volunteer
organizations, athletics, and community institutions. Award recipients will live
in residence in Single Student Housing and participate in the meal plan (with a
mandatory or voluntary plan).
Students can submit the ‘Named Entrance Award’ application which can be
printed from the following link to our website:
http://www.smu.ca/futurestudents/scholarships.html along with their resume to
the Admissions Office.
Contact Lauren Cullen Lauren.Cullen@smu.ca for more info.
St Thomas University
Atlantic Student Journalism
Awards
March
The winner will receive $1,500 and an additional $1,500 bursary if he or she
enrolls at STU. There is also a prize of $500 for the runner up.
Vancouver College of Art &
Design
Scholarships range in value
March
The criteria for these scholarships is based on the area of art you intend to
study. Go to VCAD Scholarships for more information
For More Information & to Apply: Go to The Victoria College of Art and Design
depending on the program.
U. of Waterloo National
Scholarships - Faculty of
Mathematics
Victoria British Columbia VCAD art school class visual arts diploma program
bachelor of fine arts
February
Four different scholarships available: CIBC National Scholarship, Waterloo
Mathematics Foundation National Scholarships, and two Rene Descartes
National Scholarships.
Awarded on the basis of exceptional Academic Performance, energetic
entrepreneurial spirit, and a grasp of the broader view of math and technology
– their applications and significance. The Descartes scholarships require
participation in the Euclid Mathematics Contest.
http://www.math.uwaterloo.ca/navigation/Prospective/entrance.shtml
February
Four different scholarships available: President’s Entrance Scholarship, Faculty
Entrance Scholarship, Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Award, National Merit
Award. Open to students who will attend Western.
Awarded on the basis of outstanding Academic Performance (90%+ av.),
demonstrated ability for creative and innovative thought, a passion for the
pursuit of learning, and exceptional leadership in extracurricular activities such
as the arts and athletics. Special emphasis is placed on a candidate’s
commitment to community service.
* The school can nominate up to 4 applicants. Applicants wishing to be
considered for nomination must submit their resume to the Student Services
office by Friday, Jan. 20, 2012.
http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/financialservices/nationalscholarship.cfm
up to $100,000
U. of Western Ontario
National Scholarship
Program
$2,000 - $64,000