McAdam High School
External Scholarships 2015-2016
The following list of scholarships does not include those that are offered at
specific post-secondary institutions and therefore is not exhaustive. Please
check the university or college you plan to attend for awards specifically
available for enrolled students.
We recommend that you also check out the following websites to continue your
search:
http://www.gnb.ca/0000/publications/ss/Scholarshipinfo.pdf
http://www.canlearn.ca
http://www.studentawards.com
http://www.scholarshipscanada.com
http://www.studentaid.gnb.ca
http://www.aucc.ca
http://web1.nbed.nb.ca/sites/ASD-W/scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
An approximate date has been given for each of the following scholarships. If you
feel that the scholarship applies to you, please check the scholarship’s website
or the application form in guidance for the specific due date. It is recommended
that you begin the process 6 weeks prior to the given date to ensure you have an
adequate amount of time to properly complete the application. Continue to check
the GRADUATION INFORMATION page on the McAdam High website throughout
the year for updates. Good luck!
Name of Scholarship – Value – Criteria – Deadline
Assumption Foundation Scholarship - $500 – Awarded to a graduate enrolled in a
college or university in September. The student must have a minimum average of 70%
and be in need of financial assistance. Apply online between January-April at:
http://www.assumption.ca
Mid April.
Bank of Montreal Centre for Entrepreneurial Leadership Scholarship - $2000 Awarded to high school graduates who have completed an entrepreneurship
business/venture plan which a committee of three business participants and three
educators will judge. Information available at Guidance.
Mid May.
Burger King McLamore Foundation Scholarship – Range from $1000-$50000 –
Scholarships intended to help students offset the cost of attending college or postsecondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected based on their grade
point average, work experience, extracurricular activities and/or community service.
http://www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
Applications accepted from October - December
CN Diversity Scholarship- $3000 - Awarded to women, military veterans, and
aboriginal descendants entering a post-secondary institution in the fall and
demonstrating an interest in a non-traditional career. Application available online at:
http://jobs.cn.ca/en/scholarship_diversity.sn
Late December
CST Consultants Scholarship - $6000 - The CST Scholarships are granted to
graduating high school students who are academically gifted, well-rounded, and
pursuing their first undergraduate commerce, finance or business program at a
recognized post-secondary institution. This program is intended to aid students whose
parents/guardians do not have a post-secondary education or received their postsecondary education outside of Canada.
http://www.cst.org/en/about-cst/scholarships-eligibility-application
Begin accepting applications in January
CUPE Local 1190 Scholarship – Awarded to graduating sons or daughters of Local
1190 members attending university or college. All inquiries should be made to CUPE
Local 1190, 24 Waggoner’s Lane, Fredericton, NB, E3B 2L2
CUPE Local 2745 Scholarship - $1000 - Awarded to graduating sons or daughters of
Local 2745 members attending university or college. Based on marks, aptitude, promise
and financial need. Application available at:
http://www.cupe2745.net/scholarships-and-recipients.html
Early May.
Canada Post Scholarship – Awarded to graduating sons or daughters of postal
workers. Call 1-800-267-1177 for further information.
Late June.
Canadian Association of Principals Student Leadership Award – $750 – Awarded
to a nominated student in the 20% of the graduating class. The selected student must
submit a 250 word essay. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership in
school, community activities, previous awards and recognition.
http://cdnprincipals.org/cap-student-leadership-award/
Late February.
Canadian Hospitality Foundation - $1000-$2000 – Awarded to graduates entering in
a specific university degree program or a two-year college diploma program (eligible
schools listed on their website) in hospitality, food services or the accommodation
industry. Based on work experience, scholastic record, leadership and professional
promise. Application information available online at:
http://www.thechf.ca/scholarships
Check with the school that you are applying to.
Colonel Douglas H. Gunter History Award - $1000 - Awarded to graduate entering
university studies (preference given to students enrolled in a history degree program).
Each student must submit an original work based on a predetermined topic using one of
the following media: text, visual art, web design, audio or video program. Application
available online at:
http://www.warmuseum.ca/education/programs/the-colonel-douglas-h-gunteraward/
Mid-April
Co-op Atlantic McEwen Scholarship - $1000/ year up to 4 years - Awarded to
graduates who are members or employees (or dependents of members/employees) of
Co-op Atlantic. Students must demonstrate knowledge of co-operative issues,
community/work involvement and maintain a good academic performance. A 500-word
essay must accompany the application. Application available online at:
http://www.coopatlantic.ca/htm.aspx?id=173
March 1
Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada, Inc. Essay Contest Scholarship $1000 - Awarded to graduates entering an institution of post-secondary education. A
500-word essay is to be submitted. Essay topic and further information available online
at: www.solveyourdebts.com/scholarships
Early April
Credit Union (OMISTA Bursary) - $500 – Awarded to graduates planning to attend an
accredited university or college and are an OMISTA Credit Union owner child or
grandchild and display a financial need. Application available online at:
https://www.omista.com/Home/ProductsAndServices/YourMoney/YouthUnder25/
Bursaries/
Early May.
Currie Undergraduate Scholarship- $50000 ($15000 awarded 1st year)– Awarded to
graduates beginning an undergraduate degree program at UNB. Applicants are asked
to submit an essay giving the Selection Committee an indication of their leadership
capabilities to date, including school and extra-curricular activities. Application available
online at:
http://www.unb.ca/donations/currie/apply.html
Early March.
Dairy Farmers of NB Memorial Scholarship - $750 – Awarded to graduates pursuing
studies in agriculture or dairy industry at college. (2 separate scholarships available) An
essay, 300 to 500 words, and a letter of recommendation must accompany the
application. Application information available at guidance or by calling (506) 432- 4330.
Mid-June
David Frost Memorial Scholarship - $1000- Awarded to a graduate pursing a two
year diploma program who are the son or daughter of a New Brunswick registered
agricultural producer. Applications available at:
http://nfunb.org/en/resources/scholarships/
Mid-July (following graduation)
Dialogue New Brunswick Scholarship - $1000 – Award to a graduate who can
demonstrate acceptance in a post-secondary institution. As part of the application,
students are required to write an essay on how their extracurricular/community activities
promotes mutual understanding between New Brunswick’s two official languages.
Applications available at:
http://www.dialoguenb.org/English/What-We-Do/Dialogue-Scholarships/
Mid-May
Fredericton Sports Investment (1990) Inc. (Timmy Munn Memorial Scholarship) Awarded on basis of athletic ability, academic performance and financial need. At least
one recipient will have a demonstrated ability in ice hockey.
http://www.fsi-nb.ca/scholarships.pdf
Late May.
Fredericton Women’s Executive Club - $ 500 – Awarded to female graduates
displaying high academic standards, business involvement, good ethics and requiring
financial assistance for post-secondary education.
http://www.frederictonwomenexecutive.com/#!page4/cfvg
Late April.
George Evans and Thomas Owens Scholarship - $1000 – Awarded to a graduating
son or daughter of a local union affiliated with CUPE. Awarded on marks, aptitude,
promise and need. Attendance in recognized college or school of nursing. Application
available online at:
http://nb.cupe.ca/files/2012/05/Form-Scholarships-2013.pdf
September 1st following graduation.
Girl Guides of Canada - Awarded to a graduate who is an active member of Girl
Guides of Canada. Application available online at:
http://www.girlguides.ca/GGC/Programs/Scholarships/GGC/Programs/Opportuniti
es/Scholarships.aspx
April 1st
Hal Rogers Endowment Fund (Kinsmen and Kinettes Bursary) - $1000 – Awarded
to graduates who are registered full-time for the fall at a recognized university,
community college, or a technical institution and demonstrate high ideals and qualities
of citizenship. Application available online:
https://www.kincanada.ca/bursaries
February 1st
Harrison McCain Scholarship - $13500 over 4 years. Awarded to graduates with 80%
+ first term-grade 12 and planning to attend an Atlantic university. Financial need and
leadership qualities considered. Information available on individual university websites.
Early March.
Harry M. Daley Memorial Bursary - $3000 - Open to students pursuing their first year
of post-secondary education at an accredited university or college in Canada. Students
must have lived in NB for at least one (1) year as of the application deadline.
http://www.nbtacu.nb.ca/education-centre/scholarship-applications/
Mid-April
Herbert H. Carnegie Future Aces Foundation - $1000 - Awarded to a graduate with
citizenship qualities as represented in the Future Aces philosophy and financial need.
Need to include a support letter from the school and community. Information available
online at:
http://www.futureaces.org/scholarship/application
Early February
Hugh H. MacKay/James A. MacMurray Award- $3500/ year, up to 3 years Awarded to a graduate attending a Business program in a N.B. or N.S. university.
Application available at guidance office.
May 1 of each year.
James Whitebone Memorial Scholarship- $500 - Awarded to graduating sons or
daughters of members, deceased members or members in good standing of local
unions affiliated with the NB federation of Labour who are entering a post-secondary
education. Application available at:
http://www.nbfl-fttnb.ca/scholarships/james-a-whitebone-memorial-scholarships/
June 30th of each year.
Johnson Insurance Scholarship - $1000 – Awarded to members/employees and their
dependents of the clients of Johnson’s Insurance/Benefit Plans. Application available
online at:
www.johnson.ca
Early September after graduation.
Kidney Foundation of Canada/NB Branch Bursary - $500 - Awarded to a graduate
who is a kidney patient, spouse of dependent kidney patient, or a dependent of a kidney
patient and a resident of NB. Selection based on future goals and financial need.
http://www.kidney.ca/document.doc?id=7698
Deadline information to be confirmed in March.
Ladies Auxiliary Royal Canadian Legion Branch #4 Bursary - $500 - Awarded to
graduating children and grandchildren of past and present Branch #4 members. Primary
consideration will be financial need; however, academic achievement will also be taken
into consideration. Application available at the Branch #4 Legion Office
Late June.
Ladies Auxiliary Royal Canadian Legion NB Provincial Command Scholarship –
Awarded to a graduate attending a post-secondary institution. Awarded on financial
need, scholastic record, and special consideration given to veteran’s children and
grandchildren. Application available online at:
http://nb.legion.ca/youth/bursaries/
Late June.
Leonard Foundation Scholarship - $1000 - $1500 - The Leonard Foundation
scholarships are awarded to students enrolled or enrolling in an accredited
undergraduate degree program in a College or University in Canada. The institutions
must be open to all without restriction except for an academic standard. All applicants
will be considered but preference will be given to children 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 Canada. Application available
online at:
www.leonardfnd.org
March 15.
Loran Award - up to $3000 – Awarded to graduates who have demonstrated
leadership potential, are involved in community activities and have high academic
achievement (minimum 85% average). School may endorse up to 3 applications.
Students applying for an endorsement must submit an application to the guidance
office. Students may also apply directly to:
http://loranscholar.ca/
Applications run from Early September thru Mid-October.
Lutz/Lutes Family Scholarship - $1000 – Awarded annually to a deserving high
school student, who will use said award toward the costs of the first year of his/her
education at an accredited college, university or other educational institution in
Atlantic Canada.The recipient will have demonstrated high academic achievement and
financial need. Application available online at:
http://www.dhs.ednet.ns.ca/Documents/LutzLutes%20Fam%20Schlshp%202012.pdf
April 1st of each year.
MindCare New Brunswick Scholarship - $2000 - Applicants will be, or intend to be
entering a full-time undergraduate post-secondary education program recognized by the
MindCare New Brunswick Committee with plans to pursue a career in the mental health
services field. Application available online at:
mvhs.nbed.nb.ca/sites/...nb.../mindcare_scholarship_application2015.doc
May 1st of each year
Monsanto Agri-Business Scholarship - $1500 - Awarded to a graduate from an
agricultural or forestry family farm entering first year of agriculture, forestry, business of
biotechnology. Application available online at:
http://www.monsanto.ca/ourcommitments/Pages/OpportunityScholarship.aspx
Late May.
NBCC Scholarship -$1000 - Awarded to a graduate pursuing post-secondary at
NBCC. Application available at guidance office.
Late May.
NBTA Credit Union Scholarship - $1000 - Awarded to graduates whose parents are
members of the NBTA Credit Union. Based on academic achievement, volunteer work,
and financial need. Application available online at:
http://www.nbtacu.nb.ca/education-centre/scholarship-applications/
Late April
NB Arts Board Scholarship - $2500 - Awarded to a graduate planning to study
creative writing, music, theatre, dance, film/video, visual arts/photography, craft, literary
translations or art administration. Must demonstrate exceptional artistic talent and be
accepted at an accredited school for the arts. Applications available online at:
http://artsnb.ca/site/en/programs/arts-scholarships/
February 1st of each year.
NB Command Royal Canadian Legion Bursary - Awarded to a graduate attending a
post-secondary institution. Awarded on financial need, and special consideration given
to veteran’s children and grandchildren of deceased, disabled or other veterans.
Application available online at:
http://nb.legion.ca/youth/bursaries/
Mid July.
NB Federation of Labour Solidarity Awards - $500 - Awarded to a graduate entering
post secondary education. Student must submit a 1000 word essay or a visual arts work
depicting the value of unions to work and society. Application information available at:
http://www.lhtnb.ca/03/en_nbflawards.cfm
June 15th of each year.
NB Women’s Institute – Up to $500 - Awarded on the basis of scholastic standing,
financial need, and community involvement. There are 5 different scholarships to apply
for. Application available online at:
http://www.nbwi.ca/html/application.pdf
March 31st
NEADS Financial Aid Directory – Various scholarships available to students with
mobility, hearing and visual impairments. See information online at:
http://www.neads.ca/en/norc/funding/page42.php
National Union Scholarship - $1500 – Four different scholarships awarded to children
(including foster children) of National Union members entering a post-secondary
institution in the fall. All four scholarships require a 750-1000 word essay. Application
and more information available online at:
http://www.nupge.ca/scholarships
Early July
RBC Royal Bank Students Leading Change Scholarships for Undergraduates – As
students across Canada continue to invest in their education, many are taking the time
to invest in their communities as well. This scholarship is open to students who are
leaders inside the classroom and within the community. Application available online at:
http://scholarships.rbc.com/Overview.aspx
Scholarship opens November
RBC Scholarship Program for Children of RBC Employees - $2500 – Open to
children of RBC employees and scholarships are awarded based on student's academic
record, extracurricular activities, letters of reference and one page essay dealing with
career goals. Application available online at:
http://scholarships.rbc.com/Overview.aspx
Opens early March.
RBC Scholarship for Aboriginals - $4000 – Open to all First Nations individuals who
are interested in pursuing a career in the financial industry. Application available online
at:
http://scholarships.rbc.com/Overview.aspx
Early March
TD Canada Trust Scholarship – up to $10000/year plus $7500 a year for living
expenses- Awarded to a graduate with community involvement and good academic
performance. Students must include a 600 word essay, letter of recommendation from a
school official and two letters of support from the community. Application available
online at:
http://www.tdcanadatrust.com/products-services/banking/student-life/index.jsp
Applications available in September
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award - $7000 /year - Awarded to graduates pursuing a postsecondary education at a Canadian institution. Dedication to community service,
humanitarianism, perseverance and courage in the face of obstacles and a pursuit of
excellence in fitness and academics are considered. Application available online at:
http://www.terryfoxawards.ca/
February 1st of each year
Thelma Sewell Memorial Scholarship (in co-operation with the NB Home
Economics Association) - $500.00 - Awarded to a graduate who has applied to a
Bachelor’s degree program in Home Economics/Family Studies in any province and has
achieved good results in a variety of high school subjects. Application information
available at:
http://nbhea-anbef.com/thelma-sewell-memorial-scholarships
Late October.