SILVERTHORN COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE
Information Package
Scholarships
Awards
Bursaries/Student Loans
2008 – 2009
Thanks to the Scholarship Committee of Jarvis CI for creating this document.
Elizabeth Finlay, Social Sciences and David Reed, English and Native Learning Center Guidance
Principal’s Message
Making the move from high school to post secondary is both exciting and a little overwhelming. To
help you balance the excitement and the stress of this transition, the guidance team is there to help!
At Silverthorn CI we are fortunate to have a wonderful array of supports in place as you make the
change from collegiate to college or university. The guidance staff is the best resource! They have all
the information you need as you prepare for life after high school. The resources include: information
on the application process, liaison with post secondary admissions staff, a thorough knowledge of the
requirements for various programs and faculties, familiarity with various on line resources, as well as
knowledge about the various bursaries, scholarships and financial aid available to all students. The
Scholarship Committee works closely with both Guidance and the Administration.
Make sure you are well prepared as you begin the application process and remember to share your
good news with us too! We look forward to supporting you as you move on to the next stage in your
working or educational experience.
Student Information Package
Every year, millions of dollars are handed out to graduating students in the form of scholarships
(university/college, general), academic prizes and bursaries/student loans. If the cost of education
beyond high school is an important factor in your immediate future, then consider familiarizing
yourself with sources of financial assistance other than your personal and family income.
A. What kinds of financial assistance are available?
1. University/College Scholarships
These awards are usually given for academic excellence. They may be a one time gift or may
be continuing assistance based on continued high standard of academic performance. Most
Ontario universities but not all, consider entering students automatically for many of the
scholarships that they award, especially those based strictly on a specific entrance average.
Please note that depending on the university/college, many students who achieve 85% or more,
receive some financial award. You do not have to achieve 99% to be considered.
Check the Awards section of each university calendar for the procedure and/or check online for
each university that you are interested in and/or review the information available on
www.electronicinfo.ca .
2. General Scholarships
Each year, a variety of institutions, organizations and individuals want to assist graduating high
school students continue their education at college or university. While academic achievement
is an important factor in that it guarantees your acceptance into university/college programme,
it is NOT the only criteria.
Check Appendix I for a variety of scholarships that are available for Silverthorn students AND
get online at www.studentawards.ca to find out about other awards that you may be eligible for.
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3. Silverthorn Collegiate Academic Prizes and Awards
Each year, the student who has achieved the highest mark in a particular course receives an
academic prize which may take the form of money, a book and/or a plaque. These prizes are
decided upon by each department.
In addition to these prizes, Silverthorn has several prestigious awards for graduating students.
These awards are voted on by the graduating students and/or Silverthorn staff. Check
Appendix II for more information.
4. Student Loans/Bursaries
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) provides Ontario students with financial
assistance. There will be information sessions at Silverthorn about this program in the Spring
or you can go online www.osap.gov.on.ca. Please note this is a loan and therefore
must be paid back.
B. Are you interested? What can you do?
1. Read this package, investigate the websites and start asking questions.
Scholarship section in the school website (coming soon!)
Check out the
2. Listen to the announcements and read the posters for notices of upcoming scholarships. The
announcements are posted in the Guidance Office and in front of the cafeteria.
3. Attend scholarship information sessions held by the Guidance Department. See a guidance
counsellor for more specific help.
4. Attend university/college visits held at Silverthorn C.I. or the free University/College Fairs held
each year in the Fall and ask questions about financial assistance.
5. Begin to update your resume NOW. See the Guidance Department.
6. Staff references are often required to support an application for an award/scholarship. Consider
completing Appendix III to assist the staff member in their letter of support.
7. Complete your volunteer hours. Volunteer work is a positive addition to a resume. You make
a better impression if you have completed more than the min. 40 hours.
8. Be serious in your approach to your academic progress. Attend classes, complete
assignments on time and bring a positive attitude to class.
9. APPLY! APPLY! APPLY!
Table of Contents
1. Appendix 1 General Scholarship
2. Appendix 2 Silverthorn Collegiate Institute Awards
3. Appendix 3 Student Background Information for Teacher Recommendation
4. Appendix 4 Honour Roll Information
5. Appendix 5
Important Advice
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Appendix I: General Scholarships
This is a list of the most recent scholarships that Silverthorn has been sent. If you are interested in
finding out more about other scholarships, check out the websites, www.studentawards.ca and
www.scholarshipscanada.com and listen to the announcements. Note that the listed application dates
were for the year 2007 – 2008 and may change for this year. Use the dates as a rough guide for when
the scholarship application is due.
Scholarship Criteria
Review all the scholarships listed or use the criteria guide to assist you in finding a relevant award.
Please note more information about these awards is available in the Guidance Office or by going
online.
1. Local award – for students who reside within a specific area
2. Ethnic / racial background or by gender
3. Orphans
4. Refugees
5. Financial need
6. Leadership, citizenship, extracurricular involvement, community service
7. Specific subject or course related
8. Work related
9. Visual arts, performing arts, athletics, environmental issues
10. Social justice
11. Academic achievement
12. Disability, Health related
Scholarships:
January
RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING COUNCIL – GREAT SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS - January 21, 2008.
First place $1000; second place $500
Value:
Criteria:
Use your creativity to communicate with your friends about the risk of teen gambling.
Open to all high school students. Results/Entries must be authenticated by a teacher. This year
RGC is challenging students to use their creative writing talents and compose a poem - Spoken
Word Poetry Contest that informs teens about the risks of teen gambling. Eligibility requirements
can be found at the Web site: http://www.responsiblegambling.org/
If you have any questions/concerns please contact Janine Jackson Project Manager 416-499-9800
x 242 janinej@rgco.org
YOUTH IN MOTION TOP 20 UNDER 20 – January 22, 2008.
20 awards - $2000 each, plus free trip to Toronto, leadership training and more.
Value:
Criteria:
Youth in Motion is a national not for profit organization dedicated to helping youth. They
created an award to honour Canadians who have demonstrated a significant level of
innovation, leadership and achievement but have not reached the age of 20. Projects have to
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have led to the betterment of your school, community, province and/or country. An assessment
criterion looks beyond academics to specific skills that have a positive impact on the everyday
life of our community.
Application must be completed on line. Refer to Web site:
top20under20.ca/en/Apply/HowToApply.htm E-mail info@youth-in-motion.ca
THE DUPONT CHALLENGE SCIENCE ESSAY AWARDS PROGRAM – January 28, 2008 .
2006 celebrates the 20th Anniversary of this award.
You receive national recognition and a $5000 grant. First place winners in each division receive
Value:
this money and are flown to the Space Centre in Houston along with a parent and school sponsor.
DuPont provides airfare and hotel expenses. There are also eight finalist prizes valued at $1000
each.
Criteria:
Your essay must range from 700 to 1000 words maximum. The essay will focus on a scientific or
technological development, event or theory that has captured your interest and attention. See
guidelines for details. Applications are available online.
Web site: http://thechallenge.dupont.com/
Check out the sample winning essays.
MENSA CANADA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – January 31, 2008.
Canadian students enrolled in a Canadian post secondary institution who writes the best
Value/Criteria:
250-word essay describing their career plan and the steps undertaken to achieve it are
awarded scholarships of between $750 and $1,000 by the Mensa Canada Society.
Applicants are not required to be members of Mensa. Web site:
http://www.mensacanada.ca/
RBC ABORIGINAL STUDENT AWARDS PROGRAM - January 31, 2008.
Value/Criteria:
Five students receive $4,000 annually for their education expenses, to a maximum of four
years at university or two years at college, in disciplines related (but not restricted) to the
financial services industry. Status Indian, Non-Status Indian, Inuit or Métis are eligible.
Details for scholarship can be found at http://www.rbc.com/uniquecareers/campus/aboriginal-student-awards.html
Application Form::https://www.rbc.com/careers/nsapform.html
TOYOTA EARTH DAY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – January 31, 2008.
Value/Criteria: This program comprises 15 awards of $5,000 each to be applied directly towards tuition,
books, and room and board. Two of the awards are specifically for students from Atlantic
Canada, four each for Quebec and Ontario, three for Western Canada and the Territories, and
two for British Columbia and Yukon. Winners are students who have distinguished
themselves through environmental community service, extracurricular and volunteer
activities and academic excellence. Web site: www.earthday.ca/scholarship/ Also check
earthday.ca/EDy2k/Home/homefrm1.html for other unique programs.
Additional Material can also be access in Guidance.
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February
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Numerous University Scholarships require application forms to be in by
February.
Give Yourself Time!
Start working on a scholarship application at least one month prior to the
application deadline
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UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH - February 1, 2008.
14 scholarships worth $26 000 each.
Value:
Criteria: President's Scholarships and Lincoln Alexander Chancellor's Scholarships
The University of Guelph offers 14 national scholarships of $20 000 each plus a summer research
assistantship valued at $6 000, to outstanding students who are nominated by their Principal.
The student's application package must be submitted as one package sent from the high school
directly to the University of Guelph
Please see guidance for application forms and additional information. If you wish to be considered
for this scholarship you should provide your name to guidance no later than January 7th, 2008
University Contact Information:
Associate Registrar
Student Financial Services
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1 Phone (519) 824-4120 ext. 56032
UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO, FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS –NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS February 20, 2008.
This faculty has a wide range of scholarships and dollar values are listed.
Value:
Criteria: You need: transcript; statement of support from a teacher; list of awards and achievements; results
from academic competitions; list of extra curricular activities, employment, and leadership
experience.
Applications are available at: http://www.math.uwaterloo.ca/navigation/Prospective/entrance.shtml
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March
ALLAN SIMPSON EDUCATIONAL FUND AWARDS - March 1, 2008.
Awards each year are subject to the interest earned by the fund.
Value:
Criteria: The Allan Simpson Educational Fund was established in May 2002 to assist with the costs of post
secondary education for young people who are full orphans (both parents deceased)
Mr. Allan Simpson was born in Ontario and was orphaned as a child. He was raised in an
orphanage that was maintained and managed by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows in Ontario.
He emigrated to the United States after World War II and had been employed as a merchant
seaman. He died after a lengthy illness on August 27, 1995. His bequest of funds to the Independent
Order of Odd Fellows upon his death was made to express his considerable gratitude and loyalty
towards the Order.
The annual awards are available to qualified applicants in their quest for a post secondary education
and will be renewable if the applicant maintains a passing average as a full time student at the
University or College.
Eligibility:
Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Will be a Full Time student at a recognized University or College
An orphan (both parents deceased). Note: No association with the Independent Order of Odd
Fellows is required but preference will be given to applicants whose parent or parents was a/were
member(s) in good standing in the Independent Order of Fellows at the time of their death.
Applicant must be 22 years of age or less at the time of application.
Application Procedure:
Complete the application and submit it no later than March 1st. (see guidance for forms)
Attach a copy of most recent transcript
Attach a copy of proof of citizenship (Birth certificate, passport or Canadian Immigration Record)
All information submitted on the forms is strictly confidential
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Grand Lodge of Ontario
157 Frederick St.
Stratford, ON N5A 3V6
Direct any questions to Charles Benson charles.benson@sympatico.ca FAX: 519-273-8090
GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA and the Isabel Kerr Ontario Scholarship + ROBERTA BONDAIR
SCHOLARSHIPS - March 1, 2008.
These awards comprise between 10 to 15 scholarships, each in the amount of $1,500,
Value/Criteria:
and are available to active members of Girl Guides of Canada each year who wish to
pursue post secondary education. Applicants are rated on service and volunteer work
inside and outside of Guiding, as well as on their additional interests. Although marks
are important, they're not the focus of Girl Guides of Canada scholarships. Web site:
http://www.guidesontario.org/
WESTERN UNIVERSITY - March 1, 2008 (submit name to guidance for consideration)
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Special
Program
Highlights:
The University of Western Ontario has drafted a new Strategic Plan, Engaging the Future,
which states as our formal mission:
"Western provides the best student experience among Canada's leading research-intensive
universities"
Because of the emphasis they place on a well-rounded education which fuses scholarship
with social engagement and responsibility, Engaging in the Future contains the
commitment that the University "Provide the opportunity for the Principal at each Ontario
high school to nominate for admission to Western one student who demonstrates
outstanding leadership ability but who might fall just short of academic requirements for
first-year entry"
To be eligible for consideration the nominated student must:
Be in their final year in the Ministry approved Ontario high school that provides a basis of
admission sufficient for admission to Western's main campus,
Submit a full-time application for first-year studies to Western's main campus by the
appropriate application deadline, and
Have an admission average in the B+ range including prerequisites.
see guidance for additional information and application forms.
ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BURSARIES - THE MARGARET MACLAREN MEMORIAL FUND, THE
KATHLEEN GILMOUR MEMORIAL AWARD and THE ELAINE LAURIN AWARD - March 15,
2008.
Awards for full or part-time study in Canada at college or university
Value:
Criteria:
For some awards students must be entering a nursing degree or baccalaureate program.
Applicants must have St. John Ambulance affiliation to be considered for a bursary.
(Applications available from provincial council of St. John Ambulance after Jan 1st of each
year)
Web site : http://www.sja.ca (look up key word – bursary)
Additional Documents must be received at Provincial Council Office by: March 15, 2008. Do not send
Details:
forms to the National Office.
CMA CANADA SCHOLARSHIP - March 13, 2008
Various prizes will be awarded to graduating secondary school students from across Ontario who
Value:
are enrolling in full-time business studies at an Ontario University.
Criteria: The CA Challenge is a competition designed for high school students considering a career in
accounting.Coin will provide the Institute's Association students with a tremendous opportunity to
compete provincially with others who share their interest in becoming a Chartered Accountant.
A student must be a member of the Institute's Associate Student Program as at Thursday March 13,
2008. The contest will occur on Tuesday May 13, 2008 at 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Additional information can be found at
http://www.ca2b.biz/
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DARE TO DREAM MENTOR- March 31, 2008.
$1000 project costs - not a scholarship fund
Value:
Criteria: The dare to dream program is a new initiative created specifically for youth 18 years and under in
the province of Ontario, it was designed to get youth involved in raising awareness of mental health
and decreasing stigma of mental illness with their peers and in their communities.
The Centre of Excellence will fund creative and innovative mental health awareness projects
proposed by youth. Each year, the centre will fund up to 50 projects. Each award is valued at $1000
to cover project costs only.
Some examples of mental health awareness projects are:
* A mental health awareness fair
* Mental Health Olympics
* Plays or skits promoting mental health
* A mental health awareness video or multimedia project
* A mental health awareness public service announcement
* Recreational activities that promote mental health
* A youth magazine that raises awareness in mental health
Additional information can be found at the following web sitewww.onthepoint.ca
Applications may be obtained in the Guidance Office.
April
ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS’ FEDERATION FAMILY BURSARY - April 2008.
$1500 (ten awards are presented), for apprentice, college and university bound students.
Value:
Criteria: Applicants must be children or wards of OSSTF members in good standing. Applicants must be
students in a publicly - funded secondary school in Ontario, and must have a proven record of
involvement/leadership in the school and in the community, showing leadership and interest in
community, labour/union and/or other social institutions.
An application form can be downloaded at : http://www.osstf.on.ca/
ONTARIO HOSTELRY INSTITUTE AWARDS - April 30, 2008
Value:
The College-Entrance Award is available to Ontario high school students graduating in June and
enrolling this September in any one of the following minimum two-year food service-hospitality
diploma programs at an Ontario community college.
Culinary, Hotel, Tourism, Food and Beverage, Hospitality, Resort, Events
A sample application form can be downloaded at the following address: http://www.theohi.ca/
Criteria: Students will be assessed on their academic record, work experience, extra-curricular activities,
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letters of recommendation and financial need.
Web site: http://www.theohi.ca/
May
June
FELLOWSHIPS for STUDYING in FRENCH - June 18, 2008.
Value:
$1500
Criteria: The Fellowships for Studying in French program was established by the Ministry of Training,
Colleges and University Student Support Branch. This program was established to encourage
Ontario residents to enter full-time post secondary programs in French at French-language or
bilingual institutions in Ontario or another part of Canada. If you register at an institution outside
Ontario, you are eligible for a fellowship only if your program of study is not available in French in
Ontario.
Applications are available at the OSAP web site: http://osap.gov.on.ca (Click on Forms). Questions
can be answered at (807) 343-7397 or toll-free at 1-800-465-3957.
AIMING FOR THE TOP SCHOLARSHIP – June 23, 2008
Value:
Criteria: :“Aiming for the Top” is a program where the Ontario government rewards students who graduate
with top marks in high school and plan to attend college or university.
Students who maintain an 80% can receive up to $3500/year for up to four years in total. Dollar
values vary. Last year Lockerby had 11 winners. Application forms are linked to registering with
O.S.A.P. Universities/Colleges must receive your O.S.A.P. application form before the end of June
THE LINCOLN M. ALEXANDER AWARDS PROGRAM –
Value:
Two awards of $2500 each will be presented along with a framed scroll.
Criteria: This award is for persons between the ages of 16 and 25 who have demonstrated exemplary
leadership in eliminating racial prejudice or discrimination. The contribution should be sustained
and innovative, demonstrating leadership and the promise of long-term improvement, greater public
awareness for viable change. For the student award, nominees must be senior secondary school
students who are planning to enter a post secondary institution as a full-time student. Students are
not to include academic records, and volunteer activities in other areas are not considered. Please
inform Guidance if you wish to be nominated
Web site http://www.citizenship.gov.on.ca/english/honours/lincolnmalexander/
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September
GREYHOUND ROAD SCHOLAR Sponsored by Greyhound Canada. Deadline last year was Sept. 7,
2008. New information will be posted in the spring.
Over $60,000 in prizes. There are three big draws.
Draw #1 , Date May 11, 2005 - 50 prizes valued at over $1000 to be used for tuition. Ten winners
of this group will also receive over a $1000 in prizes from additional companies.
Draw #2 One winner from each province entered will also receive 250 AIR MILES ® reward miles
Value:
courtesy of Loyalty Management Group Canada Inc.
Draw #3 Ten scholarships worth $2500, $1500, $1000 or $500 will be drawn. All scholarships will
be paid to the post-secondary institution of the winners' choice.
Criteria: :Open to graduating high school students with an 80% average or higher (proof must be your spring
transcript). To enter, drop off your transcript to the nearest Greyhound Bus Depot before the
deadline. Add your name, phone number and address. See this web site for further details:
http://www.greyhoundroadscholar.ca
October
University of Toronto National Book Award and Scholarship – October 10 2008.
Value:
The 2008 University of Toronto National Scholarship target those students - Canadian Citizens and
Permanent Residents - who will be ready to begin university study in September 2008. The
scholarship will cover tuition and incidental fees for fours years of undergraduate study, will
provide residence support in first year, and will include an additional, renewable monetary award.
Whole the selection of National Scholars will continue to be based on exceptional academic and
extra-curricular achievement, the annual value of each student's scholarship will be determined on
the basis of individual financial circumstances.
Criteria: The University of Toronto is looking for students who display more than exceptional academic
achievement. We are attracted to students who display creativity and intellectual energy beyond the
normal demands of school and who have demonstrated these qualities in their commitment and
contribution to the like of their school or wider community.
Additional information and application forms can be found in the guidance office.
CANADIAN MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION / JOSTENS, NATIONAL , PROVINCIAL,
AND REGIONAL AWARDS AND MOREHEAD AWARDS IN CANADA - October 21, 2008
(Sponsored Applications) & October 28, 2008 (Direct Pool Applications)
There are two methods for application: Sponsored and Direct Pool
Students must submit their names to guidance in order that their application be considered for the three (3)
sponsored positions available. Names should be submitted no later than the middle of September. (The
deadline for 2007 was Oct. 4, 2007)
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Students who are not chosen for the sponsored application may send an application using the Direct Pool.
These applications are due October 31, 2007.
Successful applicants will undergo an interview. Please check website for dates to ensure you are available.
Value:
offered over 175 cash awards at the following five levels:
•CMSF National Awards - worth $10,000 per year and are renewable for up to four years.
• CMSF National Awards - worth $7500, renewable
• CMSF Finalist Award - entrance awards - $2500
• CMSF Regional Awards - entrance worth between $1000 - $1500
• CMSF Provincial Awards - entrance worth $500
Criteria: :
Successful applicants must have a minimum of 85% average and show the ability to carry a
substantial academic load. Applicants must possess a strong record of service and leadership
either in school or in the larger community.
Applicants must remember to send two copies of their application form along with a self addressed envelope to
the appropriate address. The Morehead Award in Canada is offered in the US, the UK and Canada to
graduating high school students of outstanding all-around promise and achievement. Recipients of the
Morehead Award will have written the SAT tests. Only 3 students annually receive this award. Application is
available in PDF format.
Web site : http://www.cmsf.ca/
Additional information can be obtained at the guidance office.
TD CANADA TRUST SCHOLARSHIPS FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP –
October 31, 2008.
Value:
Twenty renewable scholarships which provide:
• Full tuition up to four years at any Canadian institution
• $3,500 a year plus compulsory fees directed toward living expenses
• Guaranteed offer of summer employment at TD Canada Trust during the years of the scholarship.
Plus up to 60 runners-up receive $500 award and a TD Canada Trust Certificate of Merit for
Outstanding Community Leadership.
Criteria: To be eligible you must include:
• transcript, showing strong academic performance an essay, up to 500 words typewritten pages
describing community leadership and involvement.
• three letters of confirmation supporting community involvement
• a letter of recommendation from the school
Applications for the 2007-08 academic year have yet to arrive. Please use the following information to
download a PDF file.
Go to http://www.aucc.ca/
Select English
At top of page in blue check on programs & scholarships
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Hit "Scholarhips" on the left of the page
Click on Apply now to TD Canada Trust Scholarship
You can only apply directly online at this site
Our box of scholarship applications were mailed to Lockerby Sept. 14. Should be arriving soon.
November
WENDY’S CLASSIC ACHIEVER HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD - November 1 , 2008.
Value/Criteria: The Wendy Classic Achiever Scholarship Awards:
Rewards and Acknowledges students who have demonstrated a solid academic standing, as
well as a commitment to extracurricular activities and community service.
Offers 210 scholarships students can apply for awards up to $2000 each.
Rewards the schools that produce the top 30 winners with a $1000 grant to honour the
principals, teacher, counsellors, and staff that support these students.
Apply on-line at: http://www.wendysclassicachiever.ca/
Schools are no longer required to nominate students!
HOUSE OF COMMONS PAGE PROGRAM – postmarked by November 30, 2008.
Pages are paid a salary of $10,800 in 26 equal installments throughout the working year which will
Value:
begin in August. Pages work a minimum of 15 hours a week and their work schedules are
coordinated with their university schedules. An additional $1200 will be paid at the end of the
employment period August 2007.
Criteria: Canadian Citizen, graduating in the current year, with an overall academic average of at least 80%.
Candidates must be fully bilingual at a superior level and be accepted at Carleton University,
University of Ottawa or University du Quebec a Hull. Other criteria apply as outlined on the
application form.
Applications may be submitted online at : http://www.parl.gc.ca/ under “Quick Links” – “Youth
Programs”
Additional information can be obtained in the guidance office or using the following link http://www.parl.gc.ca/information/about/programs/senpages/SenPages-e.htm
December
SHAD VALLEY - December 12, 2008.
Learn more about Shad Valley’s innovative leadership program. The program is for students who
have a creative mind and display high academic achievement. Students must be able to participate in
a four-week program for the month of July. This fully residential program runs at 12 host
Criteria: universities who will deliver the program.
Visit the web site at http://www.shad.ca/ or Shad International, 8 Young Street East, Waterloo,
Ontario N2J 2L3 Tel.* voice (519) 884-8844 * fax (519) 884-8191 *
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MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP EXCELLENCE AWARDS - December 12, 2008 postmark.
Value:
In 2008, the Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation will grant a number of entrance awards to
students beginning
post-secondary studies for the first time as part of its Millennium Excellence Award Program. The
entrance awards seek to recognize the leaders of today and tomorrow and emphasize the
importance of supporting their contributions to our country's future. Millennium excellence awards
are not prizes for benchmarks achieved - they are investments in the development of exceptional
individuals who will have long, productive careers and whose accomplishments will benefit Canada
as a whole.
Criteria: • Academic achievement
• Community involvement
• Leadership
• Innovation: integrity and a talent for implementing new ideas
For an application form or more information, visit the Foundation’s Web site at:
http://www.excellenceaward.ca/index.php
It is important to read the application instructions on the first page of the form carefully before
mailing in your application.
Please see guidance for additional information and copies of the application. It is a very lengthy
application so don't delay.
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Appendix II: Silverthorn Collegiate Institute Awards
AWARDS THAT REQUIRE STUDENT TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION
FORM AND ARE VOTED BY STAFF AND/OR STUDENTS
AWARD
Gideon Silverthorn
Gideon Silverthorn
Environmental
Studies Scholarship
Silverthorn Alumni
Murray Allison
Memorial Award
Reach for the Top
Award
Murray M. Young
Award
Murray M. Young
Award
Cathy Warda Award
Dr. & Mrs. Ludwig
Upenieks Scholarship
Peter Kastner
Memorial Award
DESCRIPTION
Silverthorn’s most prestigious award for the graduate with 6
or more Gr. 12 credits who demonstrates both outstanding
academic excellence & co-curriculuar involvement and
thereby demonstrates the qualities of school citizenship
inherent in the SCI family motto “veritas nil veretur,” (the
truth fears nothing).
A graduate who will be attending an Ontario University who
has demonstrated academic excellence and displayed an
active interest in environmental studies.
Two graduating students who have attended SCI for at least
three years:
 Good academic standing
 Participated in various school activities
 Regarded as an “all round student”
A graduate with at least 6 Gr. 12 credits who has shown
academic competence preferably applying for engineering
and is in financial need.
A student who is proceeding to post-secondary studies and
has good academic standing, leadership, and citizenship in the
school and/or community.
A graduate with honours standing on 6 Gr. 12 credits and who
has made an outstanding contribution in at least two cocurricular activities.
A 4th year student, not proceeding to University, who has
attained high academic standing and who has made an
important contribution to the school through participation in
extra-curricular activities.
To be given to a senior student, a member of the High
Performer Program at SCI who has proven a commitment
both to athletics and academics.
To be give to a graduating student with high academic
standing and has attended SCI for at least 3 years. Leadership
and citizenship in school and/or community is also
demonstrated.
To be given to a graduating student who will be going on to
post-secondary education. The student must have taken a
minimum of 6 business courses between Gr. 10 and Gr.12 and
have earned a mark of at least 70% in each of the six courses.
Student must also demonstrate good citizenship.
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PRIZE
$500
$500
$240 + lifetime
membership
$200
$75
$100
$30
$100
Amt based on
investment
$100
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AWARD
K.A.L. Walton
Student Leadership
Award
W.J. Beard History
Award
Barbara McKenzie
Scholarship
Lieutenant
Governor’s
Community
Volunteer Award
Spires Scholarship
Abercrombie
Scholarship
William Park Carr
Scholarship
Samuel Leister Carr
Proficiency
Scholarship
DESCRIPTION
To be given to a graduating student who has contributed to
the betterment of school life throughout his/her years at SCI.
This student is recognized as a leader by both staff and
students. No minimum average is required.
To a graduating student who meets the following criteria:
 Attended SCI for at least 3 years
 Is registered in a Gr. 12 history course during their
graduating year
 Submits a one-page essay that is a re-write of an
historical event from a humorous point of view
This award is given to a graduating student who meets the
following:
 SCI student of at least 2 years
 Displays student leadership and good academic
standing
 Advancing to post secondary studies at a university or
college
 Has been IPRC’d / Learning Disabled
This award is meant to honour the outstanding volunteer of
the graduating class. The award winner will have volunteered
for a minimum of 40 hours during high school.
In order to be the award winner, a student must have a clear
record of volunteer work and the names of supervisors or
references who will confirm the participation.
 The award winner is chosen by the Jarvis Collegiate
Scholarship Committee.
Through a partnership between Toronto District School Board
and Cadillac Fairview, one graduating students is challenged
to demonstrate outstanding social responsibility, exceptional
community involvement
and significant
academic
improvement.
The two students recommended by the school must:
1. be completing their final academic year in a secondary school
in the City of Etobicoke
2. enroll in a Canadian University and the scholarship must be
applied to tuition fees.
3. possess a well-rounded personality
4. have a proven scholastic ability in a variety of subjects
5. demonstrate leadership potential as evidenced by their
contribution to school and/or community programs
6. show good moral character in public or community affairs
7. demonstrate a fondness for and/or success in athletic activities
Awarded to the 4 students with the highest aggregate number
of marks in 6 Gr. 12 courses as per requirement for
proficiency scholarships. (application not required)
Awarded to approximately 6 graduates who have an average
of 75% or more on 6 Gr. 12 credits. (application not
required)
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PRIZE
$150
$140 + lifetime
membership
$200
Pin - Sent from the
Lieutenant
Governor’s office
$1000
~$1500
(amt based on
interest)
Amt. based on
investment
Amt. based on
investment
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AWARD
The Governor
General’s Academic
Medal
Valedictorian
DESCRIPTION
“the average includes all grade 11 and grade12 courses as
listed on the student’s official transcript of grades issued by
the Ministry of Education.
The average cannot be
anticipated; it must be calculated based on final results after
provincial/territorial examinations, where the Ministry of
Education requires final exams.
There is no differentiation between “academic” and
“vocational” types of courses; all those courses taken which
directly result in the obtaining of a secondary school diploma,
should, for obvious reasons, be included in the calculation.
However, as stipulated in the directives: “courses taken after
graduation to upgrade marks are not to be included.”
(application not required)
 Nominations are made by graduating students only.
 Applications are required.
 Graduating students are the only ones to vote on this
honour.
This award brings the honour of speaking for the graduating
class in the closing moments of the commencement
ceremony. For that reason, the person who is voted the
valedictorian for the graduating class ought to be the person
who, in the opinion of a majority of graduates, is best able to
speak for them.
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Medal – Sent from
the Governor
General’s office
January 2009
Appendix III:
Student Background Information for Teacher Recommendation
Please complete the following sheets and return to me by ______________________.
Please include a copy of the scholarship that you are applying for.
*When do you need the letter of recommendation _______________________
Remind me in what courses was I your Teacher?
Part A – Academic Career (Use back of page if necessary)
In what academic years have you achieved honour standing?
In what years did you achieve 90% and over?
What was your average last year? __________ Over how many subjects? _____________
What was your average last term? __________ Over how many subjects? _____________
Have you taken courses in another language? If so, what?
Will you receive a certificate of bilingualism or ________ ? When?
List any academic awards that you have won in high school: the award, the academic year (i.e. grade
12), the subject.
List any academic competitions/conferences that you have participated in (and your standing in them,
i.e. contestant, winner, participant)
How many grade 12 courses will you have completed before leaving for university? __________
Did you fast track? _______
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Part B – Extracurricular Activities at SCI (Use back of page if necessary)
List all the extracurricular activities that you have participated in at SCI, starting with most recent and
work backwards. If you are/were in a position of leadership, include that. Indicate any
club(s)/programs, fundraising/activities that you initiated or helped to get going. Include any awards
that these activities may have or you have achieved.
Part C – Extracurricular Activities in the Community
List any activities that you have been involved in the community (religious, neighbourhood, political,
etc). This may be a one time effort (charity walk, food bank) or longer involvement. Include any
positions of responsibility, activities, awards, hours of commitment, etc. where appropriate.
Part D – Work
If you have worked at any time during the school year, indicate the position and number of hours per
week. If you work in order to help your family, or if you work in order to pay for future university
enrolment because of financial restraints in your family, please indicate this. This is confidential and
will only be used if seen as relevant in a letter of recommendation.
Part E – Career/Life Plans
If appropriate to the type of scholarship/award that you are applying to, please indicate future
career/life plans.
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Appendix IV: Honour Roll Information
The criteria used to determine placement on the Honour Roll at Silverthorn Collegiate Institute is as
follows:
Grade 9 Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12-
80% average over 8 subjects
80% average over 8 subjects
80% average over 6 subjects
80% average over 6 subjects
Appendix V: Important Advice
 Give references two weeks’ notice before a reference letter is required.
 Print in black ink or use computer printing when possible.
 Always have mail weighted and registered or sent express post. (Three students almost lost their
chance for the Millenium Scholarship because THEY THOUGHT THEY HAD CORRECT
POSTAGE. Their applications were returned by Canada Post AFTER the deadline.)
 Keep a copy of all applications and mailing receipts.
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