GRAD 2015 POST-SECONDARY PLANNING (There will be a Grad Information Meeting for Parents in late September to go over Post-secondary planning, grad ceremonies and banquet, and introduce SAFE Grad.) Some information you could explore prior to that evening is listed below. College Applications: If you meet the general requirements for the preferred program you can apply. Applications are on a first come- first accepted format. The earlier you apply in your grade 12 year the better, to avoid a waiting list. Universities: Recommend early applic. Before Christmas and residence as well. In order to be considered for entrance awards, applications must be in no later than: U of M has Feb. 20 U of W has Mar. 1 Brandon has Mar. 1 Out of Province have various dates – Ontario college board after Nov 1 Applications for new year are probably on line already for most schools. SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND AWARDS Scholarships are awarded to students to assist with the cost of university, college or other post-secondary training. The criteria for scholarships will differ and may include academic achievements, community involvement, volunteer work, extra-curricular activities, personal interests, athleticism, as well as, the program they plan to commence leading to their future career. Bursaries are awards that are given to students with financial need being a major factor in the criteria for the award. Some tips: Students must be prepared to do some research to find scholarships that meet their unique situation. There are so many different scholarships available but the students need to meet the challenge and dedicate their time to discover these scholarships. Look through scholarship websites, check which awards are available from the university or college they plan to attend, inquire about scholarship programs. Activity groups such as 4-H or minor hockey have scholarships, inquire within the groups you are involved. Be prepared to do some work!! This may involve preparing lengthy applications, asking for reference letters, and writing essays. Be involved with school, volunteer and community organizations. Keep a detailed list of all activities and VOLUNTEERISM, all of these suggestions will assist you in your search for Scholarships. This is only a summary of some awards available to students. Each post-secondary institution has a list of awards and bursaries for their own institution. Once you have decided on a college, university, technical school, or private institution, be sure to get a list of their entrance awards. Remember that these awards have deadlines, so don't wait too long to become informed. Also, these dates are approximate and are not official dates. SOME OF THE INFO AND SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR MANITOBA UNIVERSITIES: http://www.brandonu.ca/ http://www.cmu.ca/ Canadian Mennonite University http://umanitoba.ca/student/admissions/ Page 2 http://uwinnipeg.ca/future-student/index.html CANADIAN UNIVERSITIES: IT IS IMPORTANT TO CHECK EACH INSTITUTION FOR A COMPLETE LISTING, AND TAKE NOTE OF EACH DEADLINE Bishop's University http://www.carleton.ca/ http://www.concordia.ca/ Dalhousie University Lakehead University - Thunder Bay McGill University - Montreal, Quebec McMaster University - Hamilton, Ontario Mount Allison University - New Brunswick Queen's University - Kingston, Ontario Ryerson University - Toronto, Ontario Simon Fraser University - Burnaby, British Columbia University of Alberta University of British Columbia University of Calgary University of Guelph University of Lethbridge - Alberta University of Ottawa University of Saskatchewan Page 3 University of Toronto University of Victoria - British Columbia University of Waterloo University of Western Ontario - Western University York University - Toronto, Ontario STUDENT LOAN INFORMATION: Manitoba Student Aid My Student Aid Oneline - MySAO FINANCIAL EDUCATION PLANNING: Can Learn - Helping you plan and pay for your education Students who are members of organizations such at 4-H or Cadets be sure to check to see if they offer any scholarships, awards, or bursaries and get applications. Check these websites and the websites for the college or university of your choice: - www.studentawards.com - www.scholarshipscanada.com - www.canlearn.ca - www.studyseries.com - www.studentaid.gov.mb.ca (student loans - apply on-line after June 1) - www.studentscholarships.org/manitobabook.php Manitoba Scholarship Handbook ***Note – if students take less than 24 credit hours of courses at a religious training center they may still be eligible for entrance awards at a university the next school year. Important to contact registrar’s office of specific institutions prior to transfer request.*** Page 4 The Following Awards have been organized into two sections: Locally Sponsored Awards Provincial, Canadian, and International Awards IT IS COMMON FOR NEW AWARDS TO APPEAR THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR. *** ALL DATES ARE DURING YOUR GRADE 12 YEAR, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED *** COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES HAVE SIGNIFICANT AWARD FUNDS FOR STUDENTS ALREADY ATTENDING THEIR SCHOOLS. DURING YOUR POST-SECONDARY STUDIES, YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE AWARDS. *** OUT OF PROVINCE SCHOLARSHIPS *** If you are considering going out of Manitoba for post-secondary education, remember to check out their scholarships. Websites contain the most current information. LOCALLY SPONSORED AWARDS Some awards given on grad night are provided by local sponsors which students are automatically considered for and will be a surprise!!! Some awards will be voted on by students and staff, others you must apply for: ***In early May a Grad Package will include information on the following awards which must be specifically applied for and will be presented grad night Your application for these awards will be handed in with the portfolio: “Due June 6th ish” Elm Creek Community Citizenship Carman Coop Scotswood Links Vanderveen Commodities Elm Creek Coop Carman Community Health Centre Scholarship Carman Health Auxilliary Bursary Up to $500 This award will be granted to a student who plans to enter post secondary studies in the health care field within the first year of graduation. Letter of Reference and evidence of school and community involvement in required. Deadline: June 14 Carman Legion Auxilliary Branch 18 To qualify for a scholarship a student must have be a permanent resident of MB and be a member of Military of be a son, daughter or grandchild of an ex-service member. Deadline June 7 MB Nurses Union Local 89 of Carman Up to $200 Award given to a student entering a nursing program within the first year of graduation. Letter of Reference and evidence of school and community involvement in required. Page 5 Deadline: June 15 COMMUNITY FUTURES HEARTLAND INC. – BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 – 4 scholarships Available to students from the Heartland region who are pursuing a post-secondary diploma program in the next academic year and ultimately a career in business. Students must be entering the two year Business Administration program at either Red River College, Assiniboine Community College, or Université de Saint-Boniface. Website -www.heartlandcfdc.com Deadline – May 15 Farming Futures Scholarship Award $500 Criteria: Must be from a farm and pursuing a post secondary education (preferably agriculture) Students must apply online: Farmlink Marketing Solutions – under farming futures Deadline: June 6th Golden Prairie Arts Council Fine Arts Career Scholarship $250 Fine Arts Career Scholarship high school graduate applicants must plan on attending a post-secondary education course at a recognized institution for the school year the scholarship is awarded. Applicants will be selected on a combination of: a sample of their work (musical ability, visual art etc.), academic standing and a commitment to their area of study. Applicants should provide two written references with their application. Criteria: The applicant must be: A graduate from a high school within the boundaries of the municipalities of Dufferin, Grey, Thompson or Roland. A permanent resident of the area encompassed by the municipalities as listed, who is planning on post-secondary fine arts training. http://goldenprairieartscouncil.wordpress.com Deadline: June 3 PEMBINA VALLEY MINOR HOCKEY SCHOLARSHIP $500 (four awards) The recipients of these scholarship awards must have participated in the sport of hockey (player, official, coach) and will be continuing with post-secondary studies. Criteria include academic standing, leadership and sportsmanship qualities. An essay is required. Website www.pvmha.com Deadline – June 1 REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY- CENTRAL MANITOBA EDUCATION BURSARIES up to $4,000 Students must be in their second last or last year of post-secondary training in a high demand profession in the medical field (nursing, lab/x-ray, rehab, pharmacy, etc). This is a return of service agreement whereas you agree to work for the RHA for one year if you receive the $2,000 scholarship (you can receive two years of scholarship). Further information can be obtained from the Human Resources Officer at 204.428.2035. PROVINCIAL, CANADIAN, AND INTERNATIONAL AWARDS ACADEMY OF BROADCASTING CORPORATION $1,000 (5 awards) The Academy of Broadcasting Corporation is located at Polo Park in Winnipeg and they offer Radio/TV Broadcaster training and Acting. Students would have to enroll in the program before the end of the year in which they graduate from high school. www.academyofbroadcasting.com Deadline - May 31 AES Engineering Solutions Awards of $500 Awarded on the basis of character, as determined by essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. Page 6 Deadline: October 6 AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SCIENCES CENTENNIAL ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP $2,000 (six awards) This scholarship will be awarded to Manitoba high school students who plan to enter the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at The University of Manitoba. Eligible students may enter either the two-year Diploma in Agriculture program or the four-year Bachelor of Science degree program. Students entering the degree program must register for a specific set of courses in University 1 as determined by the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and as outlined in the university STARTbook. Applicant must have a minimum average of 75%, provide a résumé, and briefly outline their vision for rural Manitoba and their career goals. Deadline – April 1 ALAN B. BEAVEN FORESTRY SCHOLARSHIP $500 Available to any student pursuing a career in forestry or an allied field. Deadline - July 31 (after graduation) ALBERT NIKULASSON MEMORIAL BURSARY $300 The successful candidate of this award must have an identified learning disability and be pursuing full-time postsecondary education in Manitoba. Deadline - July 20 (after graduation) ALEXANDER CAMPBELL HOTEL MANAGEMENT AWARDS - MANITOBA HOTEL ASSOCIATION $1,000 The student must be enrolled in a 4 year course in Hotel Management - University of Guelph or Ryerson Polytechnical in Toronto, University of Calgary, University of Victoria - and have a strong desire to return to Manitoba. Applicants need academic proficiency and an interest in the Hospitality Industry. Deadline - June 1 ALPHA OMEGA WOMEN'S ALUMNAE BURSARY $750 (two bursaries) Available to women of Ukrainian descent entering a degree program at an accredited university. Criterion includes financial need, academic record, and interest and participation in the Ukrainian Community. Deadline – April 15 ASSINIBOINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE BURSARIES $500 - $1,500 (ten or more awards) Selection is based on financial need. You must be entering or continuing in a certificate or diploma program as a fulltime student. Deadline – Dec 1 (after graduation) ASSINIBOINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENTRANCE AWARD $2,500 Decisions will be based on information from the following submissions: transcripts of high school education, a personal statement outlining how your experience has prepared you for success in your chosen career, and two letters of reference from people who can attest to the fact that you have demonstrated the skills, attitudes, and characteristics you need for success in your chose program Deadline – July 15 (after graduation) Assiniboine Community College has many other scholarships and bursaries available. Check their website http://public.assiniboine.net/FutureStudents/StudentFinances/ScholarshipsAwardsBursaries.aspx Application information and deadline dates are given on the website. AYN RAND ESSAY CONTEST $5,000 - 1st Prize $1,000 - 2nd Prize (5) $500 - 3rd Prize (10) Students must write a 2-4 page essay on selected topics from Ayn Rand's novel The Fountainhead. Deadline - April 15 BRANDON UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES Page 7 Approximately 25 awards at various amounts ($200 - $5,000) Criterion varies depending on the scholarship or bursary. Academic abilities and/or financial need are considered. All scholarship and bursaries require a BU Scholarship Application to be submitted, except the Board of Governors Entrance Scholarship. The entire list is available at the following link: http://www.brandonu.ca/senate-office/files/2011/04/Application-Ent-Sch-Bur-2012-2013_25.pdf Brandon University Board of Governors Entrance Scholarships Scholarship eligibility will be based on grade 11 marks if students apply to BU before March 1 and send their transcript. Scholarship offers could be increased if grade 12 marks are higher, but they will not be reduced. Students who apply after March 1 shall have their scholarship eligibility assessed on grade 12 final (June) marks. Tier 1 – Average greater than or equal to 95% - $2,000 Tier 2 – Average greater than or equal to 92.5% - $1,700 Tier 3 – Average greater than or equal to 90% - $1,400 Tier 4 – Average greater than or equal to 87.5% - $1,100 Tier 5 – Average greater than or equal to 85% - $800 Charles W. Burns Scholarships in Pre-Medicine $5,000 renewable twice Available to rural Manitoba students studying Pre-Medicine Deadline - March 1 BURGER KING SCHOLARS Up to $1,000 (numerous awards for US, Canada, Puerto Rico) Available to students who are entering post-secondary. Criteria includes: strong academic average, community service, and financial need. www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/whatwedo/scholarsprogram Deadline – January 10 BUSINESS COUNCIL OF MANITOBA ABORIGINAL EDUCATION AWARDS $3,000 for university students or $1,500 for college students (renewable) If you are of Aboriginal ancestry you are eligible to apply for this award. You must be a citizen of Canada and a resident of Manitoba. You must be enrolling in a Manitoba college or university as a full-time student. You must have financial need. Deadline - March 15 CANADA POST SCHOLARSHIP $2,000 The scholarships are open to all children of full- and part-time employees of Canada Post Corporation. The graduate must have a 78% average and leadership involvement in the school or community. Deadline - May 15 Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation awards six $2,500.00 scholarships annually to Canadian students who are entering into an accredited agriculture college or university. Criteria: Scholarships are awarded to students based on a combination of leadership attributes, academic standing, and an essay response to the question, "Why am I pursing a career in agriculture?" Agriculture is an exciting and growing field. Whether your looking to become a plant breeder, an agri-marketer, a researcher, part of the agri-retail industry, a PhD., or a farmer, it all starts with an undergraduate degree or diploma in agriculture. http://www.cabef.org Application, further information, all contact information including: email address, mailing address and telephone contacts can be found on the website. Deadline: March 1 CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF PRINCIPAL'S - STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD $750 (12 awards) This award is sponsored by Premiere School Agendas Ltd. Each school can nominate one student leader who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and high academic performance. See your principal by February 1 if you wish to be considered for this award. www.cdnprincipals.org Deadline - March 1 CANADIAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND – L.P. INGS SCHOLARSHIP A person must be declared legally blind. The applicant must be pursuing education or training either at the secondary, Page 8 post secondary, postgraduate level, or in a job-training program. www.ccbmb.ca CANADIAN ENGINEERING MEMORIAL FOUNDATION $5,000 This award is available to a female student entering first year of an engineering program. Deadline - August 1 (after graduation) www.cemf.ca CANADIAN GOLF FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP up to $4,000, renewable Available for students with high academic qualifications and interest in extracurricular or community activities, as well as proof of success in any level of competitive golf. For application and information write: The Canadian Golf Foundation, Golf House, 1333 Dorval Drive, Oakville, ON L6J 4Z3 Ph: 416-849-9700 Deadline - June 21 CANADIAN HOSPITALITY FOUNDATION – UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE SHOLARSHIPS 6 awards valued from $1,000 - $2,000 Available to students who wish to pursue hotel/tourism related post-secondary degrees (4 years) at Guelph, Ryerson, Calgary, Mount Saint Vincent, Cape Breton, or Brock. Applicants will be judged on the basis of aptitude for the food service and accommodation industries, extra curricular activities, scholastic record, leadership qualities and references from school and past or present employers. www.chfscholarships.com Deadline – April 1 CANADIAN HOSPITALITY FOUNDATION – COLLEGE ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS 6 awards of $1,000 Available to students who wish to pursue hospitality, hotel, restaurant, tourism, chef, cook, events, or golf club related post-secondary courses in a minimum two-year diploma program in a Canadian college. Applicants will be judged on the basis of aptitude for the food service and accommodation industries, extra curricular activities, scholastic record, leadership qualities and references from school and past or present employers. www.chfscholarships.com Deadline – April 1 Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation (CMSF) For students who demonstrate character, demonstrate leadership, and involvement in their community. Sponsored applications: October 23 Direct pool applications: October 31 CANADIAN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY AWARDS (located in Winnipeg) Leadership Awards - Five awards of full tuition (approx. $3,200) Entrance Academic Awards - $500 to $1,500 based on your average Athletic Awards - Six awards of $500 Church Service Awards - Nine awards of $500 Music Awards - Six awards of $500 Deadline - April 1 CPA High School Scholarship The Manitoba Chartered Accountants Foundation is once again pleased to be awarding CA High School Scholarships to graduating high school students in Manitoba. Up to thirteen scholarships in the amount of $1,000. each will be awarded, including six awards specifically for students from rural Manitoba. Criteria: Grade 12 students planning to attend a Manitoba university, overall average of 80% in Grades 10 - 12 (based on the most current available information), has an interest in career in accounting or business, and is involved in school and community activities. For further information: Kim Metcalfe, CA, Executive Director, Manitoba Chartered Accountants Foundation Inc., 1675One Lombard Place, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X3 kmetcalfe@icam.mb.ca http://www.icam.mb.ca/pdf/schol_letter_and_app.pdf Deadline: April 30 CANADIAN PRINTING INDUSTRIES AWARDS $1,250 A set of awards for graduates pursuing careers in the printing and publishing industries; Graphic Arts, printing management, or printing technology. www.cpia-aci.ca Page 9 Deadline – June 30 CANADIAN RESTAURANT AND FOOD SERVICES ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP $2,000 This award is available to a student entering their second year in a management program. Post-secondary institutions will have this information. Deadline - March 15 (of 1st year university) CANADIAN SECURITIES ADMINISTRATORS’ FINANCIAL FITNESS CHALLENGE SCHOLARSHIP $750 This contest is an educational challenge that gives students the opportunity to learn about the importance of saving and investing. www.financialfitnesschallenge.ca Deadline – contest runs during April CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM HISTORY AWARD $1,000 (five awards) This award is available to students who are entering university, studies, preferably in a degree program in history. An essay is required. www.warmuseum.ca Deadline - March 31 CAROL ANNE LETHEREN LEADERSHIP AND SPORT SCHOLARSHIP $1,500, renewable for three years This award is available to female students who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents and who are applying to university or college in fields of business, sport management, or marketing. Criteria: have an average above 85%, be an accomplished athlete, and demonstrate the Olympic values of excellence, leadership, respect, human development, fun, fairness, and peace. References and an essay are required. www.coa.ca Deadline - January 31 CBC Literary Awards Description: Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Submit original and unpublished work in one of the three categories: Short story (2000-2500 words), Creative Non-Ficition (2000 - 2500 words), Poetry (1000 - 2000 words). For more information visit: http://www.cbc.ca/radio/literaryawards/. First Priize: $6,000. Second Prize: $4,000 (in each category, for each language). Deadline: November CBC DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP MANITOBA $1,000 (two awards) This award is available to visible minorities or aboriginal students who are entering the field of journalism or television/ radio/website production at a university. A minimum average of 70% is needed. An essay is required. Deadline - May 20 CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF MANITOBA SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (4 awards) Awarded to a graduate who has an overall average of 80% or better in their Senior 2 - Senior 4 courses, and who is involved in school and community activities. The student must have shown an interest in a career in a business field and who is continuing their education in a business faculty at one of Manitoba's universities. Deadline - March 27 CHOWN CENTENNIAL SCHOLARSHIP $1000 This is awarded to the student having a minimum average of 85% on at least five Senior 4 credits, and who is registering as a full-time student at the U of M. No application necessary - nominated by the school COACHING MANITOBA BURSARY $500 - one to a male student and one to a female student Students who are, or will be, enrolled in the upcoming year in post-secondary education and currently coach for a school, club, or community centre can apply. You must have a 60% minimum course load in post-secondary, and be currently coaching and plan to continue coaching. NCCP training is an asset. Essay required. Deadline - May 15 Page 10 CONCORD COLLEGE AWARDS (Christian university affiliated with U of W and Canadian Mennonite University) ACADEMIC ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000 - $2,000 (seven awards) Awarded for highest overall marks. No scholarship application necessary, only admission application. MUSIC ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000 - $2,000 (three awards) Students must have an 80% or better average, submit and audition cassette, and submit Toronto Conservatory or Western Board grades. ALUMNI ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LEADERSHIP $1,000 (five awards) Students must have demonstrated in their secondary years significant leadership in school, community and church, while maintaining a high level of academic performance. Deadline - April 1 DALE IWANOCZKO MEMORIAL VOLLEYBALL SCHOLARSHIP $500 (2 rural awards, 2 urban awards) Applicants must be proceeding to post-secondary. Scholarships will be awarded to individuals who have shown leadership in amateur sport, have well rounded skills in volleyball, a minimum of 65%, and participation in school and community activities. Deadline - December 6 EF EDUCATIONAL TOURS GLOBAL CITIZEN AWARDS an expense-paid educational tour of Europe - 2 Canadian awards The purpose of the awards is to inspire post-secondary bound high school students to think about their evolving role in our increasingly global community. Nominees are asked to submit a brief essay describing what they think it means to be a global citizen. eftours.ca/globalcitizen Deadline - February 15 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS $500 redeemable at U. of M. Bookstore (80 awards) These awards are available to students who have attained a high academic standing (math, physics, and chemistry) and who are entering the Faculty of Engineering at U. of M. No application necessary FARM CREDIT CORPORATION - 4-H SCHOLARSHIP $1,500 (6 Canadian awards) Applicant must have been a 4-H member for at least two years, and have been registered as a 4-H member within the last five years. Applicants must submit a plan for a project in their community that will improve safety, enhance your local community or reduce hunger. Winners must use the funds within four years for post-secondary study. Five winners will receive up to $3000 in additional funds to complete his or her project. www.fcc-fac.ca Deadline - March 31 FOLK ARTS COUNCIL OF WINNIPEG INC.- MARK & DOROTHY DANZKER SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (5 awards) This award is available to people between the age of 17 and 25 if you are accepted or enrolled in a university or college. You must be a resident of Manitoba for at least 50% of your life. Criteria for selection: demonstrate an active involvement in preserving cultural heritage through volunteer work or employment in any cultural heritage, volunteer in a cultural activity in the general community, and have an academic average of 75% or better. www.folklorama.ca Deadline - March 1 FRENCH LANGUAGE STUDIES BURSARY $2,500 This bursary is offered to students for post-secondary studies in French in a program not offered in the French language within Manitoba. Applications available on website: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/students Deadline – May 31 FRENCH IMMERSION STUDIES BURSARY $2,500 This bursary is offered to Manitoba students to pursue their studies in a French Immersion Intensive Study program at a Page 11 post-secondary institution outside Manitoba. This bursary is available to students whose first language (or whose dominant language) is English. Applications available on website: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/students Deadline – May 31 GARFIELD WESTON MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGES National Award – tuition, renewable (25 awards) Regional Award - $4,000 (18 awards) Provincial Award - $2,500 (15 awards) Students must be attending a participating college (ACC and RCC are on the list). Criteria include a strong academic average, community/school service, and leadership. www.gwmsc.org Deadline – March 25 GASPARD KEEP CANADA GREEN SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (10 awards) This is an online scholarship contest. Students answer thought provoking environmental questions. www.gaspard.ca Deadline – April 1 CPA High School Scholarship The Manitoba Chartered Accountants Foundation is once again pleased to be awarding CA High School Scholarships to graduating high school students in Manitoba. Up to thirteen scholarships in the amount of $1,000. each will be awarded, including six awards specifically for students from rural Manitoba. Criteria: Grade 12 students planning to attend a Manitoba university, overall average of 80% in Grades 10 - 12 (based on the most current available information), has an interest in career in accounting or business, and is involved in school and community activities. For further information: Kim Metcalfe, CA, Executive Director, Manitoba Chartered Accountants Foundation Inc., 1675One Lombard Place, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X3 kmetcalfe@icam.mb.ca http://www.icam.mb.ca/pdf/schol_letter_and_app.pdf Deadline: April 30 HERZING COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS up to $600 The scholarship program is available to all Manitoba High School graduates. They must be in the top 50% of students accepting into a Herzing program and they must have a recommendation from their high school. Deadline - April 30 for $600 (decreases after that date) HOCKEY MANITOBA Hockey Manitoba Scholarship (10 awards of $750) Orville Acres Memorial Scholarship (1 award of $1,000) – female hockey players Todd Davison Memorial Scholarship (1 award of $1,000) – hockey player who has risen above person challenges Trudy Galloway Memorial Bursary (1 award of $750) – Hockey Canada certified official at any level Awards are available to male and female athletes and officials who will be attending post-secondary schools. Criteria include involvement in hockey, involvement in your community, and academic performance. Deadline – March 1 JOB YELLOWHEAD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Financial support for up to five years of study Applicants must be Aboriginal Canadians (status Indian, non-status Indian, Métis, or Inuit) who wish to attend an accredited university and who are residents of Manitoba. The programs of studies supported by the scholarship include: liberal arts, journalism, law, medicine, native studies, philosophy, science, religious studies and business administration. Deadline - January 15 JOHN A. NEVIN CATTLE GROWERS EDUCATION FUND AWARD $1,000 (three awards) Awarded to a student who resides in Manitoba and is furthering his/her education and is engaged in raising Shorthorn cattle. Deadline - June 1 JON SIGURDSSON CHAPTER IODE SCHOLARSHIP $500 For a students who has successfully completed Grade 12 and who is registered in a first year program at a Manitoba Page 12 University. Candidates are selected on the basis of academic excellence, good citizenship and leadership potential. Mention Icelandic ancestry, if any. Deadline - October 1 (after graduation) Jump Canada Bursary Description: Canadian citizen, ages 14 to 21 as of January 1st, Enrolled in high school, college, or university, Equine Canada (EC) members in good standing, Hold a Gold Equine Canada sport license. For more information visit: www.equinecanada.ca/jumpcanada/index.php?option=comcontenttask=view&id128&Itemid=3 Deadline: September 28 JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF MANITOBA Junior Achievement-Manitoba Lotteries Corporation Education Award $250 (4 awards) This award is available to students who are aboriginal, a visible minority, disabled, or female. You must have taken a Junior Achievement program in high school and be entering one of the following fields: Architecture, Business, Computer Science, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Hospitality, Justice/Law, Liberal Arts, Mathematics, or Technology. An essay is required. PAL Group Bursary For Growth $500 This scholarship was established to assist a high school student in pursuing post-secondary studies in a business program. You must have taken a Junior Achievement program in high school. An essay is required. Deadline – April 15 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CANADIAN SCHOLARSHIP $1,500 renewable (12 Canadian awards) These are available to a son or daughter of a brother Knight in good standing. You must be entering first year university. See Mrs. Cousin for application information. Deadline - May 1 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MANITOBA STATE BURSARY $1,000 This bursary provides financial support to Knights of Columbus members in “good standing” as well as sons, daughters, grandsons, and granddaughters of Knights of Columbus in “good standing” who are pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited institute, including universities, colleges, and technical schools. Applicants must be Canadian residents, practicing Catholics, have a high academic performance, and demonstrate financial need. www.manitobastatecouncil.ca Deadline – April 1 LIVE RED YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (HEART & STROKE FOUNDATION OF MANITOBA) $1,000 (five awards) To be eligible an applicant must have hosted a Live Red Youth Event in their community or school. Live Red Youth events are fundraisers planned and organized by high school students with funds going to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Applicants must maintain a healthy lifestyle, demonstrate an appropriate level of academic standing, have leadership skills, and a commitment to the community, and be pursuing post-secondary education. www.liveredyouth.mb.ca Deadline – April 15 LORAN AWARDS AND CANADIAN MOREHEAD-CAIN AWARDS) Loran National Award - $16,000 plus tuition, renewable (30 awards) Morehead-Cain Award - $11,000 plus tuition and laptop, renewable, must attend the U of North Carolina (3 awards) Loran Finalist Award - $3,000 (42 awards) Loran Provincial Award - $2000 (40 awards) All of these awards are given in recognition of character, academic promise, leadership potential and visible commitment to service. www.canadianmorehead.org and www.loranaward.ca Deadline - October 20 LOUIS RIEL INSTITUTE BURSARY amount unknown Métis students planning to attend one of the four provincial universities are eligible to apply for an award. In addition to completing a standard university application form, applicants must complete a Louis Riel Institute application and demonstrate that they are either a member of the Manitoba Métis Federation or eligible for membership in the MMF. Page 13 Deadline - varies MADD CANADA BURSARY FUND $2,000 You can apply for the MADD Canada Bursary if you are a Canadian student who has had a parent or guardian killed in an impaired-driving related crash and who is pursuing full time post secondary education. Consideration will be given to those who pursue community involvement and volunteering. www.madd.ca Deadline – May 31 MANITOBA ABORIGINAL SPORT & RECREATION COUNCIL – NAIG LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP FUND $500 (eight male and eight female awards) Aboriginal students who are enrolling into a full time program at a post secondary institution may apply. A candidate must have proficiency in sport, and have a minimum 65% average Deadline – June 15 MANITOBA ASSOCIATION OF LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSES EDUCATIONAL TRUST FUND BURSARY AWARD $500 Available to graduates entering an approved practical nursing program directly from high school. Deadline - May 1 MAST Student Citizenship Award 7 awards of $500 The awards recognized students who have volunteered in areas such as: volunteer service, involvement in citizenship or character building organizations/programs, may participate in student government programs or activities, or have leadership. Students are nominated by school Deadline: Friday, February 9 MANITOBA BASEBALL – ANDREW BUDGE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 Open to students entering the first year of a full-time post secondary program at an accredited university or college. Preference will be given to those with past and planned participation with baseball in Manitoba. An essay and references are required. Deadline – June 30 MANITOBA BLUE CROSS AWARDS $500 (cannot receive any other bursary of more than $750 from the university or college) Several awards available to students entering post-secondary education. Selection based on academic ability and financial need. - Entrance Award, Travelers Bursary if over 100 km away from home, and Bursary for Students with Special Needs, as well as Medical Rehabilitation or Dental Deadlines vary depending on with post-secondary school you attend. Could be as early as March 1 MANITOBA BEEF PRODUCERS BURSARIES $500 (four awards) Available to the children of members of the MBP who are in their first year of university, college or trades training, preferably in an agricultural related program or skilled trade that would be beneficial to the rural economy. Community involvement is considered and an essay is required. Deadline – May 31 Manitoba Canola Growers Scholarship Program The Manitoba Canola Growers Scholarship Program is available to Manitoba high school students who are enrolled in their final year of high school and eligible to graduate in 2014. Those eligible for a scholarship must be from a farm that is a member of the Manitoba Canola Growers Association and must be planning to enroll at a Canadian post-secondary institution. The scholarship must be used in the 2 years following high school graduation. Application requirements: Complete application form, two reference letters, university/college acceptance letter, working copy of high school transcript and essay submission. Successful applicants will be awarded a $1,000. scholarship based on academics, canola connection, school and community involvement, and essay submission. An independent scholarship review panel will make the selection. Deadline: May 16 Page 14 MANITOBA COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS ASSOC. SCHOLARSHIP $750 Candidates must show a desire to work in a community newspaper (urban or rural); have a positive attitude and some community involvement; have a strong work ethic; write an article; and be enrolled in a journalism course. Deadline – March 1 MANITOBA COUNCIL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN $750 Awarded to individuals who will be pursuing careers directly related to working with students and youth with exceptionalities. For example, social work, physiotherapy, speech and language pathology and teaching. There is an applications form and a resume, an essay, and references are required. http://www.manitobacec.ca/awards.html Deadline – December 30 MANITOBA CREDIT UNIONS SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARD (SCHOLAR ATHLETE OF THE YEAR) Four awards of $1,000 An award and a plaque are available for males and females who demonstrate high academic, citizenship and athletic standards in their graduation year. Students must be in at least two inter-scholastic sports, have an 85% average, and be taking two 40S level courses within a full course load. Character and principal references needed, as well as an essay. Each school can nominate one male and one female athlete. Speak to your phys ed teacher if you wish to be considered for nomination. Deadline – May 18 MANITOBA CURLING EDNA MOFFATT SPIRIT OF YOUTH CURLING SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 Any active female junior curler entering or in post-secondary education may apply if affiliated as a junior during the year of application. Deadline - May 1 MANITOBA CURLING FOUNDATION INC. – SPORT AWARD $250 (several awards) Graduating students going on to post-secondary study who have been involved in curling activities through volunteering, participating, coaching, officiating, or organizing are eligible. Minimum average for application is 70%. Deadline - May 1 MANITOBA CURLING FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (four awards) Any active junior curler entering or in post-secondary education may apply if affiliated as a junior during year of application. Selection is based on curling achievements, academic achievement (minimum average 70%), and school and community involvement. Two letters of recommendation are required. Deadline – May 1 MANITOBA FORAGE SEED ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP $500 This scholarship is to be offered to a high school or university student who is a member (or has a parent as a member) of the MFSA (alfalfa or leafcutting bees) and will be taking either a degree or diploma in Agriculture at The University of Manitoba, and has an average of at least 65%. Deadline – October 30 (after graduation) MANITOBA FOUNDATION FOR SPORTS $500 Criteria include academic achievement, financial need, athletic achievements in the past two years, and the candidate must be a member of the High School Athletics Association. Rural students have been successful in receiving this award because there is extra financial hardship in moving to continue their education. (Harriette Neil - 985-4219 or 1-800-282-8069 ext. 4219) www.sport.mb.ca Deadline – May 18 MANITOBA GOVERNMENT AND GENERAL EMPLOYEES’ UNION BURSARIES Varying amounts The MGEU awards several bursaries that help members or the family members of MGEU members who are attending post-secondary studies. Recipients are awarded based on financial need. www.mgeu.ca Deadline – May 1 Page 15 MHSAA - Manitoba Moose/True North High School Hockey Sportsmanship Awards 2 awards of $1,000 each Criteria: used toward post-secondary, min. 65% average, letters of reference, summary of statistics, summary of extracurricular activities. Deadline: April 3 MHSAA Todd Davison Memorial Scholarship $1,000 Criteria: Any high school athlete who has risen abover personal challenges in their life, hard working, strong leadership and team play, respected by teammates and coaches, proceeding to post-secondary education. Deadline: April 3 MHSAA Canadian School Sport Federation/ Canada Basketball Scholarship 5 awards of $1,000 each Applicants are scored on their character, academic success, leadership and achievement in basketball, as well as on the basis of other school and community activities. Selection will be made on the individuals who best exemplify the ideals of the student-athlete, and who are continuing their education in Canada. Deadline: April 13 MANITOBA HOSPITALITY & TOURISM SCHOLARSHIP $1,875 (2 scholarships) This scholarship is available to Manitoba residents entering one of the Hospitality and/or Tourism programs at Assiniboine Community College, Red River College, or College universitaire de Saint-Boniface. A resume and an essay are required. Deadline - May 31 MANITOBA HYDRO AWARDS, BURSARIES, AND SCHOLARSHIPS Amounts vary There are various awards including specific awards for female students, aboriginal students, visible minorities, and students with disabilities. A number of scholarships are available to graduating students as well as university students who are pursuing post-secondary education in the areas of engineering, business, information technology, and the trades. www.hydro.mb.ca/careers/student_opportunities/awards Deadline – October 1 or some as early as September MANITOBA JOCKEY CLUB SCHOLARSHIPS 3 awards of $500 The student must be an employee or dependent of the Manitoba Jockey Club or the Manitoba Horse Racing Commission. Academic achievement, school and community involvement will be considered. Applications should be in the form of a letter. Deadline - June 7 MANITOBA LOTTERIES CORPORATION EMPLOYMENT EQUITY EDUCATION AWARDS $1,000 Aboriginal peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, or women in or aspiring to be in male dominated occupations and entering first year of post-secondary may apply. Eligible programs are: Electrical, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Plumbing at ACC, RRC, or UCN. Deadline – October 1 (after graduation) MANITOBA MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP Two awards - $600 and $400 Available for students pursuing a Bachelor of Music or a Bachelor of Education emphasizing music. Letter of application must be sent outlining your interest in music, your background, etc. Three letters of reference needed. Deadline - May 10 Page 16 MANITOBA PUBLIC INSURANCE DIVERSITY EDUCATION AWARD $1,000 (20 awards) The award program is open to students who fall into one of the following categories: aboriginal, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women in non-traditional roles. Students must be entering a Manitoba post-secondary institution in an area related to business and have a minimum average of 70 per cent. Criteria - leadership, volunteerism is the community, and financial need. www.mpi.mb.ca Deadline – May 1 MANITOBA PUBLIC INSURANCE DRIVER ED CHALLENGE $500 - $1,500 Open to students to have completed or a currently completing Driver Ed. You enter by going to the MPI website and doing the on-line driving quiz. www.mpi.mb.ca MANITOBA RINGETTE ASSOCIATION AND HIGH FIVE INC. $500 (2 awards - one urban, one rural) This award is available to graduating students who have participated in ringette as a player or as a volunteer in their grade 12 year. Students must be furthering their education at a Manitoba post-secondary institution. Deadline - April 15 MANITOBA SEED GROWERS' ASSOCIATION $700 - degree program, $500 - diploma program Awarded to a student entering the University of Manitoba Faculty of Agriculture. Preference is given to rural students and they are judged equally on scholastic ability, community involvement and need. Students registering in Agriculture are automatically considered, no application needed MANITOBA TELECOM SERVICES INC. - PURSUE YOUR CALLING SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM $1,000 per year, renewable for length of program Open to students entering training in careers related to the telephone system - Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer/Network Technician, Data Entry, Business Administration, Electronic or Electrical Technology, Electrical, Engineering, Telecommunications Technology. Awards will be based on high academic achievement and an essay. mts.ca/careers/scholarships.html Deadline - April 23 MANITOBA THEATRE CENTRE SCHOLARSHIPS To be eligible for these two awards the candidate must be a long time resident of Manitoba. Those wishing to apply must submit a letter stating goals and objective, a photograph, a resume. www.mtc.mb.ca/scholarship JEAN MURRAY - MORRAY SINCLAIR SCHOLARSHIPS Granted to full-time students attending accredited theatre schools or university theatre programs with a view to graduating into the theatre profession. NAOMI LEVIN SCHOLARSHIP Available to a student dedicated to the technical aspects of theatre. The applicant may be attending an accredited theatre production program, or be apprenticed to a professional theatre. Deadline - May 1 MANITOBA TRUCKING ASSOCIATION SCHOLASTIC AWARDS To be eligible students must be a dependent of an employee of a company which is a member of the MTA and be pursuing post-secondary education. www.trucking.mb.ca/awards.htm ASSOCIATED TRADES DIVISION SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (3 awards) Available to students going to college or university. Maintain an 80% average in Grade 12 English or Français and in at least three of the following courses: Math, Chemistry, Geography, Physics, Biology, and History EDWARD M. EWANOCHKO TRANSPORTAION SCHOLARSHIP $500 Available to students pursuing further education related to the transportation industry. Selection is based on a combination of academic achievement, community involvement and financial need. WINNIPEG TRANSPORTATION CLUB $500 Available to students pursuing post-secondary education in a transportation related discipline. Selection is based on a combination of academic achievement, extra-curricular activities and community involvement. Deadline - July 7 (after graduation) Page 17 MARK AND DOROTHY DANZKER SCHOLARSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE An award of excellence for cultural heritage preservation $1,000 (five awards) To be eligible for this scholarship the applicant must be accepted or be currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution in Canada, be 17 to 25 years of age, and have been a resident of Manitoba for at least half of their life. Applicants must demonstrate an active involvement in preserving cultural heritage through volunteer work or employment. Academic performance needs to be 75% or better. www.folklorama.ca/youth_scholarship.php Deadline – May 22 MENNO SIMONS COLLEGE (affiliated with U of Winnipeg and Canadian Mennonite University) Menno Simons College offers a number or $300 scholarships to students registered at Menno Simons College. They are awarded on the basis of academic performance and need. Deadline - May 28 MONSANTO AGRIBUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 Monsanto is awarding 10 scholarships in Manitoba to high school graduates who are from a family farm and who are entering either the faculty of Agriculture or Management (degree or diploma) at a Canadian university or college. Selection criteria include academic standards, demonstrated leadership in community, and acceptance into university. Website www.monsanto.ca Deadline – May 1 NATIONAL ABORIGINAL ACHIEVEMENT FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP amount unknown This award is available to Canadian Aboriginal peoples - First Nations Status and non-Status, Métis and Inuit. Eligible areas of post-secondary study include: business, finance, public administration, engineering, law new and advanced technologies, health sciences, life sciences, natural resources management and environmental studies. Selection will be based on academic merit and financial need. Deadline - June 15 NATIONAL UNION SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000 (four awards, one each to Aboriginal Canadians, Visible Minorities, Students with Disabilities, and Graduates) These awards are available to children or foster children of National Union members (Manitoba Government Employees Union) who plan to enter the first year of public post-secondary education. Deadline - June 30 NIKKI REDEKOP MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $250 Awarded to a graduating volleyball player who best exemplifies volleyball, leadership and scholastic achievements. Student must be pursuing post-secondary studies and participating on a varsity volleyball program at a Canadian University. Deadline - November 25 NORTHWEST LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY A scholarship is offered towards their Diploma Program. www.nwlawenforcement.ca OFFICIAL MINORITY LANGUAGE STUDIES AWARDS $2,000 These bursaries are available to students who wish to study out of province, in French, at the post-secondary level. They are awarded by lottery. Deadline - May 31 PHI DELTA KAPPA KEYSTONE CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP $400 (two awards) Any student planning to enter a teacher training institution is eligible to apply. Deadline - May 15 PREMIER’S HEALTHY LIVING AWARD FOR YOUTH Commemorative medal (up to 10 awards) This award recognizes the achievements of graduates who are positive role models for other children and youth and who Page 18 have made an outstanding healthy living contribution to their school and/or community in one of the following areas: Active Living, Healthy Eating, Healthy Sexuality, Mental Health Promotion, Safety and Injury Prevention, Substance Use and Addictions, and Tobacco Reduction. www.gov.mb.ca/healthyschools/phlay.html Deadline – April 1 PROVIDENCE COLLEGE (WINNIPEG BIBLE COLLEGE) MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 renewable These scholarships are awarded on a basis of an audition. Deadline - August 1 (after graduation) PROVINCIAL EXHIBITION OF MANITOBA YOUNG BEEF PRODUCERS AWARD 1st Prize - $400 approx. Applicants must be between 16 and 22 and be from either a purebred or commercial livestock farm. Application form deals with background and specific goals in the industry. Deadline - October 9 (Awarded at AgEx in Brandon) RBC ABORIGINAL STUDENT AWARDS PROGRAM $4,000, renewable for up to four years (10 scholarships) Scholarship recipients are selected primarily on the basis of personal and academic achievements, and individual financial need. Deadline – February 28 RBC ROYAL BANK SCHOLARSHIP FOR UNDERGRADUATES $10,000 (6 awards, two are reserved for RBC student clients) Students must have a 70% average and must be going to post-secondary. The must have involvement in community leadership, extra-curricular activities, or volunteer service. Application requires two essay questions. www.rbcroyalbank.com/scholarships Deadline – February 1 RED RIVER COLLEGE ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS $500 Available to students entering a full-time program. Selection is based on English 40S, Math 40S, and two additional 40S courses. Also, check their scholarship handbook for additional entrance scholarships and bursaries. Some do not require an application, some require the General RRC Scholarship Application, and others require specific application forms. http://me.rrc.mb.ca/Catalogue/AvailableAwards.asp choose Entrance Awards Deadline – July 15 (after graduation) and some are earlier RED RIVER COLLEGE – H.C. MCGREGOR ENTRANCE SHOLARSHIPS $750 (20 awards) Available to applicants of any of the following programs: Automotive Service Technician, Carpentry, Electrical, Piping Trades, Refrigeration, Manufacturing Technician, Precision Metal Manufacturing, Electronic and Network Technician, Welding and Wood Products Manufacturing. Deadline – July 15 (after graduation) RED RIVER COLLEGE – WOMEN IN TRADES BURSARIES $1,500 (2 awards) Available to women planning to enroll in any of the following programs: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Carpentry, Collision Repair and Refinishing, Electrical, Manufacturing Technician, Outdoor Power Equipment Technician, Power Engineering Technology, Plumbing, Precision Metal Manufacturing, Refrigeration, Welding or Wood Product Manufacturing. Applicants must have satisfactory academic progress, a strong work ethic and financial need. An essay and a reference letter are required. Deadline – July 31 (after graduation) RED RIVER EXHIBITION FOUNDATION INC. SCHOLARSHIPS There are four scholarships available. Each application must include two letters of reference, a resumé including volunteer and community activities, and a short essay outlining your interests in the industry. The award will be made at the Red River Exhibition in June. Additional information available at: www.redriverex.com AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 This scholarship is available to students entering an agricultural related program of study at a Manitoba college or university. AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIP Page 19 $500 - $1,000 for Automotive Service Technician $500 - $1,000 for Autobody Repair Technician $500 - $1,000 for Autobody Paint Technician This scholarship is to assist individuals who are pursuing their Red Seal Certification as an Automotive Service Technician or a Motor Vehicle Body Repair and Motor Vehicle Paint Technician as an apprentice or as a student. TOURISM SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 This scholarship is for first year students entering the Tourism Diploma program at Red River College, Assiniboine community College or St. Boniface College. BUSINESS INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 This scholarship is available to students entering a business related program of study at a Manitoba college or university. Deadline – last Friday of May REMAX QUEST FOR EXCELLENCE BURSARY PROGRAM $1,000 (16 awards) Students are to convey the contributions they have made to their communities in a short online essay, maximum 1,250 words. Key qualities students should demonstrate are leadership, motivation and communication skills. Other attributes may include volunteering, participation in charitable events or fundraising, and contributions that enrich the lives of others and their communities. For further information and to apply online go to their website: www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence Deadline - March 11 RETAIL COUNCIL OF CANADA – RETAIL AS A CAREER SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (20 awards) Students must be pursuing post-secondary education in retail or business-related post-secondary programs and be working at least part-time in retail. www.retaileducation.ca Deadline – April 15 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP Both a scholarship and a bursary are available This is available to a student who is a son, daughter, or a grandchild of an ex-service member and who is continuing his or her education. Deadline - July 31 ST. BONIFACE HOSPITAL RESEARCH CENTRE -- SCIENCE AWARD SUMMER STUDENTSHIP Summer job and two awards of $200 The St. Boniface General Hospital Research Foundation will award a paid summer studentship at the Centre to the graduating student with the best overall life sciences project entered at the Manitoba Schools Science Symposium in May. St. JOHN'S COLLEGE - U OF M (You must be a member of St. John's College) ARTHUR UNIACKE CHIPMAN ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000 (two awards) Academic achievement and leadership qualities will be considered. Financial need or mature student status may be a factor in selection. H. IRVINE GRAHAM ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP $2,000 (two awards) The successful candidate will have demonstrated exceptional academic promise, diversity of interest and potential for leadership. Deadline - May 1 C.C. LANDON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $200 Presented for highest marks obtained upon entry to a full-time program at the U of M. You must have joined St. John's College by September 10. SCHULICH LEADER SCHOLARSHIP Four-year scholarship valued at $60,000 The candidate must be intending to enroll in a program in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics. Each candidate must possess two of the following three attributes: exceptional high academic grades, demonstrated leadership in school and community life or entrepreneurial talent, or have financial need. Only one application from each Page 20 high school can be submitted. www.schulichleaders.com Deadline – Feb 4 SOFTBALL CANADA – ETHEL BOYCE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD $1,000 (one female award and one male award) Application is open to all registered softball players enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution or will be attending in the following year. Award winners will have exhibited leadership traits and skills in softball. A letter of endorsement from your provincial/territorial office and reference letters are required. Deadline – September 15 (of high school year or in 1st year post-secondary SOFTBALL MANITOBA BURSARY $500 Applicant must be a registered player with Softball Manitoba for the current year plus the two previous years. The student must have demonstrated highly successful competitive experience at regional, provincial or national levels. The student must demonstrate a high level of softball and academic ability and be going on to post-secondary education. Deadline – Aug 1 (after graduation) SOFTBALL MANITOBA $500 - Gene Michalow Memorial Bursary $500 - Ashley Neufeld Memorial Bursary Applicant must be a registered player with Softball Manitoba for the current year plus the two previous years. Must be able to demonstrate exemplary sportsmanship and dedication to softball. Must be going on to post-secondary education. Deadline – Aug 1 (after graduation) SONS OF ITALY SCHOLARSHIPS $500 – La Lupa Di Roma Scholarship $1,000 – Garibaldi Lodge Scholarship Available to persons of Italian heritage who are continuing their education. www.sonsofitaly.ca Deadline - July 31 (after graduation) STACEY LEVITT WOMEN AND SPORT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $500 (five awards) High school and university/college-age women who demonstrate a keen interest in sports and a healthy lifestyle are encouraged to apply. Consideration will be given to financial need. Candidates are asked to outline how the scholarship will be used for women and sport. www.caaws.ca Deadline - May 31 STUDENT BUSINESS LOAN - FEDERAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BANK up to $3,000 The Student Business Loan program is a summer employment program by the federal government for students. It offers loans up to a maximum of $3000 for students to operate their own small business during the summer. These loans are interest-free until October when full loan repayment is due. Deadline - first come, first serve from April to mid June STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (MANITOBA STUDENT LOANS) All students going on to any post-secondary education may apply. See Mrs. Cousin for further information or call Student Financial Assistance at 1-800-204-1685. It is suggested that you apply by June 30 so processing is complete for September courses. www.studentaid.gov.mb.ca On-line applications preferred – after June 1. STUDENT LOANS Recently some of our chartered banks have introduced loan programs for students. Bank of Nova Scotia, Toronto Dominion, Bank or Montreal, and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce all have programs. Check them out, but carefully read their terms. SUMMER LANGUAGE BURSARY PROGRAM Covers tuition, books, etc. for 5 week course--awarded by lottery The program offers to Canadian students an excellent opportunity to learn either English or French as a second language and to improve their knowledge of the culture represented by that language by providing bursaries to attend immersion programs offered by over forty post-secondary institutions across Canada. Deadline - February 17 Page 21 TD SCHOLARSHIPS FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP $70,000 (20 awards for full tuition for four years, plus living expenses ($7,500 per year), and a summer job with TD Applicants must have demonstrated outstanding community leadership and have strong academic skills. The application form includes an essay on your community leadership and references. Students can download an application or apply directly on line at www.td.com/scholarship Deadline – December 6 TERRY FOX HUMANITARIAN AWARD $4,000 This is a renewable award based on high ideals, high qualities of citizenship and humanitarian services. Importance placed on the combination of academics, sports, fitness, health, and community service. Deadline - February 1 TRAINING FOR TOMORROW EDUCATIONAL AWARDS PROGRAM $1,250 (80 Manitoba awards) These scholarships are available to Manitoba women for pursuit of community college training in math, science, computer, agriculture and technology, leading to career opportunities in related high-demand, high-growth industries. Check the eligible list of courses. www.gov.mb.ca/wd Deadline – July 31 TOYOTA EARTH DAY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM $5,000 (15 awards across Canada) plus the top national winner gets a notebook computer Students must have achieved excellence in academic and extracurricular activities, and have also demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the environment. An essay is required. www.earthday.ca www.toyota.ca Deadline – January 31 UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF THE NORTH $500 (20 awards available) Students must have a 70% average, be involved in community activities, be a conscientious student, and maintain a full time course load at Keewatin Community College. Deadline - June 4 UNIVERSITÉ DE SAINT-BONIFACE Entrance Scholarship – General $750 Grade 12 average must be 80% or higher using French 40S, Math 40S, and one other 40S course. Students will be entering their first year with the exception of Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Business Administration students. No application needed Entrance Scholarship – Academic Achievement $1,750 Grade 12 average must be 90% or higher using French 40S, Math 40S, and one other 40S course. Students will be entering their first year with the exception of Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Business Administration students. No application needed Faculty of Education Entrance Scholarship $500 The top 6 candidates receive this scholarship No application needed Entrance Scholarships Academic – Francofonds $1,000 (five scholarships) Grade 12 average must be 90% or higher using French 40S, Math 40S, and one other 40S course. Student must demonstrate dedication to the Francophone community of Manitoba. Deadline – September 30 (after graduation) U OF MANITOBA ACCESS PROGRAM A support program that provides access to a university education for people who otherwise would not have had the Page 22 chance for such experience because of social, economic and cultural reasons, lack of formal education, or residence in remote areas. Preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry, residents of Northern Manitoba and low income earners. Access also includes a Special Premedical Studies Program for those interested in health care careers. Funding is usually pending. Deadline - March 1 U OF MANITOBA BURSARIES For all bursaries administered by the U of M, a single application, duly completed, will be considered for any award for which the applicant may be eligible. Student must show financial need (usually will have applied for a student loan). Deadline - October 1 (of 1st year university) U OF MANITOBA CHOWN CENTENNIAL ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 This award is offered to the best “all-around” graduate who is planning to attend the U of M. The student must have an 85% or greater average calculated on courses listed for admission to the U of M. No application necessary - selected by the school scholarship committee U OF MANITOBA ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS 95%+ - $3,000 90%+ - $2,000 85%+ - $1,000 Criteria are focused on high academic achievement in Senior 4 courses. They are awarded to students registering at the U of M who have five 40S subjects which are on the designated scholarship list. No application necessary, however, student must apply to U of M before February 21. U OF MANITOBA - LEADER OF TOMORROW SCHOLARSHIPS $16,000 (six or more awards of $4,000, renewable for three more years at $4,000 per year) The successful candidate will have achieved at least 90%, have demonstrated leadership qualities, have demonstrated a high level of communication skills, have a record of school community involvement and have demonstrated other special abilities (ex: artistic, athletic, literary). Deadline - December 1 U OF MANITOBA ATHLETIC AWARDS $500 - $1,500 Student must be playing for the U of M on one of its CIAU teams. Further information is available from the university coaches. University of Manitoba Agricultural and Food Sciences Centennial Entrance Scholarships Graduating high school students who plan to enter the Faculty of Agriculture, Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba. Eligible students may enter either the two -year Diploma in Agriculture program or the four - year Bachelor of Science degree program. Students entering the degree program must register for a specific set of courses in University 1 as determined by the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and as outlined in the University Startbook. Applications should be submitted to the : CENTENNIAL SCHOLARSHIP, Manitoba Agriculture Food and Rural Initiatives, #13-59 Scurfield Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R3Y 1V2. Refer to the following websites for more information on the scholarship: Province of Manitoba www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/ University of Manitoba Faculty of Agricultural and Food Science: www.umanitoba.ca/afs/awards/ 5 - $2000.00 Scholarships each to students across Manitoba How the $2,000. scholarships will be applied, depends on the program: 1. Diploma program: in the first year. 2) Degree program (direct entry): in the first year. 3) Degree program (advanced entry): held until student completes University 1 and registers in the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences in second year. Options for submitting applications: 1. Email all documents to: Donna Gervais@gov.mb.ca 2. Fax to 1-204-6325143. Deadline: April 14. U OF MANITOBA FAIRFAX FINANCIAL HOLDINGS LIMITED ENTRANCE AWARDS $5,000 (3 awards, renewable for three additional years) This award is available to students registering at University of Manitoba and who have a minimum 80% average, and have demonstrated financial need based on a government student loan assessment and have completed a University of Page 23 Manitoba bursary application. http://umanitoba.ca/student/awards Deadline – July 10 (after graduation) U OF WINNIPEG MAJOR ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS Students can only hold one Major Entrance Scholarship and will not normally be eligible for any other entrance scholarships offered by the University. The school can nominate one student for these awards. See Mrs. Cousin if you wish to be considered for nomination. Alumni Entrance Scholarship Program $5,000 (6 to 10 awards) Criteria are focused on high academic achievement, participation in extra curricular activities and leadership qualities. Walter Leatherdale Entrance Scholarship approx. $28,000 ($7,000 x 4 years) This award will be given to an outstanding student from rural Manitoba, preferable from a farming community. Marsha P. Hanen Entrance Scholarship $10,500 ($4,500 in year 1 and renewable for three years at $2,000) Criteria are focused on high academic achievement, participation in extra curricular activities and leadership qualities. Deadline – Dec 1 U OF WINNIPEG OTHER ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS, AWARDS AND BURSARIES amounts vary ($200 to $4,500) The criterion varies depending on the scholarship or bursary. An entrance scholarship application must be completed and it lists the available awards. Deadline - Dec 1 U OF WINNIPEG SPECIAL ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS $2,250 Average of 95% and above $1,750 Average of 90% - 94.9% $1,100 Average of 86% - 89.9% $500 Average 80% - 85.9% Students must be registering at the U of W. Criteria are focused on high academic achievement (minimum of 80% on best five 40S credits from the approved list). Awards can increase or decrease based on final grade 12 marks. Must apply for admission to U of W by March 1. No scholarship application necessary. UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG – OPPORTUNITY FUND BURSARY up to $5,000 This award is for academically promising students who are attending U of W but have a financial need, and who come from a population currently under-represented at the U of W. A special application form is needed. Deadline – September 15 (after graduation) UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG – GREAT WEST LIFE AWARD Tuition for three years, summer employment, and full time work after graduation This award is available for students applying to the U of W Bachelor of Arts in Applied Management Studies. Deadline – March 1 VARIETY/MTS VOLUNTEERS LEADERSHIP IN THE COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP $2,000 This scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing post-secondary education in Manitoba. Variety’s mandate is to fund programs and initiatives that enrich the lives of children living with disabilities or disadvantages – therefore, preference will be given to applicants who have demonstrated sincere leadership in caring for others. Requires an autobiography. Only one student per high school may apply. www.varietymanitoba.com Deadline – April 30 VARIETY PAT RIORDAN FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving high school student who is pursuing an education in either music or fine arts at a college or university in Manitoba. An autobiography is required. Only one student per high school may apply. www.varietymanitoba.com Deadline – April 30 Page 24 Wendy's Classic Achiever Scholarships 10 awards of $2,000 - 20 awards of $1,000 - 180 awards of $500 To qualify, a student must have an average of at least 70%, be involved in at least one extra-curricular activity, and be involved in the community. The student does not need to be employed by Wendy's. WINNIPEG ASSOCIATION OF LEGAL SUPPORT STAFF/LEGAL SECRETARIES INC. $7,000 This is available to students who enroll in the Legal Secretarial Training Program at Success CompuCollege in Winnipeg. Deadline - March 31 YOUTH SERVES MANITOBA BURSARY $500 Encourages post-secondary students to engage in part-time community service work with registered charitable and notfor-profit organizations in Manitoba. Students will receive a $500 bursary towards their tuition or student loan upon completion of 100 hours of service. The application has to be approved and the work must be in a career field related to your studies. It is possible to receive two bursaries. http://www.gov.mb.ca/cyo/youth/employers/youthserves.html Deadline – January 6 (after graduation) SOME OF THE AWARDS LISTED BY APPLICATION DEADLINES September Softball Canada – Ethel Boyce Achievement Award October Loran Award and Canadian Morehead-Cain Award Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba Young Beef Producers Award Total Eye Care Seeing Excellence Scholarship December Manitoba Council for Exceptional Children Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarship TD Scholarships for Community Leadership U. of M. Leader of Tomorrow U of W Major Entrance Scholarships U of W Other Entrance Scholarships January Burger King Scholars Carol Anne Letheren Leadership and Sport Job Yellowhead Memorial Scholarship Toyota Earth Day Scholarship February EF Educational Tours Global Citizen Award RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program RBC Royal Bank Scholarship for Undergraduates Schulich Leader Scholarship Summer Language Bursary Program Terry Fox Humanitarian Award March Brandon University Business Council of Manitoba Aboriginal Education Awards Canadian Association of Principal’s Student Leadership Award Canadian War Museum History Award Chartered Accountants of Manitoba Scholarship Farm Credit Corporation 4-H Scholarship Folk Arts Council of Winnipeg Inc. - Mark & Dorothy Danzker Scholarship Garfield Weston Merit Scholarships for Colleges Hockey Manitoba Manitoba Blue Cross Page 25 Manitoba Community Newspapers Assoc. Scholarship Remax Quest of Excellence Bursary U of M Access Program University of Winnipeg Great West Life Award U of W Special Entrance Scholarships Winnipeg Association of Legal Support Staff/Legal Secretaries Inc. April Agriculture and Food Sciences Centennial Entrance Scholarship Alpha Omega Women’s Alumni Bursary Ayn Rand Essay Contest Canadian Hospitality Foundation – University Entrance Scholarship Canadian Hospitality Foundation – College Entrance Scholarship Canadian Mennonite University Awards Canadian Securities Administrators’ Financial Fitness Challenge Scholarship Concord College -- Academic Entrance, Music Entrance, and Alumni Entrance Gaspard Keep Canada Green Scholarship Live Red Scholarship Program (Heart & Stroke Foundation of Manitoba) Herzing College Scholarship Junior Achievement of Manitoba Knights of Columbus Manitoba State Bursary Manitoba Ringette Association and High Five Inc. Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. Pursue You Calling Premier’s Healthy Living Award Retail Council of Canada – Retail As A Career Scholarship Student Business Loan - Federal Business Development Bank Tandy Leather Art Scholarship U of W -- Alumni Entrance and Walter Leatherdale Variety MTS/Alstream Leadership in the Community Scholarship Variety Pat Riordan Fine Arts Scholarship May Academy of Broadcasting Corporation Canada Post CBC Manitoba Diversity Scholarship Coaching Manitoba Bursary Community Futures Heartland – Business Scholarship French Language Studies Bursary French Immersion Studies Bursary MADD Canada Bursary Fund Manitoba Association of Licensed Practical Nurses Bursary Manitoba Cattle Producers Association Bursaries Manitoba Credit Unions Scholar Athlete Award Manitoba Curling Edna Moffatt Spirit of Youth Curling Scholarship Manitoba Curling Foundation Scholarship Manitoba Curling Foundation Sport Award Manitoba Foundation for Sports Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union Bursaries Manitoba Hospitality & Tourism Scholarship Manitoba Music Educators Manitoba Public Insurance Diversity Education Award Manitoba Theatre Centre - Jean Murray-Morray Sinclair Scholarship and Naomi Levin Scholarship Menno Simons College Scholarships Monsanto Agribusiness Official Minority Language Phi Delta Kappa Keystone Chapter Red River Exhibition Foundation Royal Canadian Legion #18 Award St. John’s College - H. Irvin Graham Entrance Scholarship and Arthur Uniacke Chipman Entrance Scholarship Stacey Levitt Woman and Sport Memorial Scholarship June Alexander Campbell Hotel Management Awards Canadian Golf Foundation Canadian Printing Industries Manitoba Aboriginal Sport & Recreation Council – NAIG Legacy Scholarship Fund Manitoba Baseball – Andrew Budge Memorial Scholarship Manitoba Jockey Club Page 26 National Aboriginal Achievement Scholarship National Union Scholarships Pembina Valley Minor Hockey Region Scholarship University College of the North July Alan B. Beaven Forestry Albert Nikulasson Memorial Bursary Assiniboine Community College Entrance Award Manitoba Trucking Association Red River College Red River College – H.C. McGregor Entrance Scholarship Red River College – Women in Trades Bursaries Royal Canadian Legion Sons of Italy, Lupa Di Roma Lodge Training For Tomorrow U of M Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. Entrance Award August Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation Providence College Music Scholarship Softball Manitoba -- Gene Michalow Memorial, Ashley Neufeld Memorial, and Softball Manitoba Bursary