$34,000 SFU Major Entrance Scholarship

Open to high school students who have applied for admission and have an average of 90% and above (or a minimum of 31 IB points) to apply to SFU's major award competition held once a year (for entry to the Fall term).

Canadian High School Students: In addition to including an official transcript with the application package, major entrance scholarship applicants should self-report their marks by February 28. If academic grade 12 teachers are unable to provide a mark by that date, students may use a final grade 11 mark in its place.

When applying for Entrance Scholarships, Entrance Awards and Entrance Bursaries, you are required to have all admissions documents in for evaluation by the specified scholarship deadline. This includes any required transcripts, language proficiency tests and residency documentation. APPLICATIONS at

https://esas.its.sfu.ca

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 28

$5000 TOTOTA EARTH DAY SCHOLARSHIP

Recognizes and celebrates the outstanding environmental contributions that youth in Canada are making in their communities. A National Winner will also receive a Panasonic notebook computer. More info & applications at scholarship@earthday.ca.
DEADLINE: February 15

$60,000 SCHULICH Leaders Scholarship

Hey GRADS!

The Schulich Leaders Scholarship application deadline has been extended to DECEMBER 14th to Ms.Morabito. GOOD LUCK!

$3000 BCGE Union Scholarship

The BC Government and the Service Employees' Union is again providing a vareity of scholarships for students enrolling in both full time ($3000) and part time ($2000) studies.

More information and applications are avaialble at: www.bcgeu.ca
Go to the for members, members programs, scholarships.

Deadline: February 28

$50,000 Burger King Scholarship

The BURGER KING Scholars program is awarding Scholarship grants ranging from $1,000 to $50,000, and are intended to help students offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected based on their grade point average, work experience, extracurricular activities and/or community service. Applications at: 

www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram

 

DEADLINE: JANUARY 10

$70,000 TD Scholarship for Community Leadership

Reminder to all Central Grads your application needs to be sent by registered mail to:  Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
                             Ref: TD schoalrships for Community Leadership
                             350 Albert street, suite 600
                             Ottawa, Ontario
                             K1R 1B1

By this Friday, December 7. Go to your local post office to ensure it arrives on time.

$65,000 Western University Entrance Scholarships

President’s Entrance Scholarships
5 at $65,000 ($20,000 for year one, $15,000 annually for years two to four) and; Up to 15 at $50,000 ($10,000 annually, plus $10,000 towards first year residence)

Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Award
ONE at $64,000; payable $16,000 per academic year for a period of four years.

International President's Entrance Scholarships
3 at $50,000 ($10,000 annually, plus $10,000 towards first year residence costs)

Faculty Entrance Scholarships
Up to 15 at $30,000 ($6,000 annually, plus $6,000 towards first year residence)

National Scholarship Study Abroad Awards
Up to 30 at $2,500 for up to 4 months (one term), $5,000 for over 4 months (more than one term)
National Merit Awards
Those students who are interviewed for a National Scholarship but not offered a scholarship and accepting offer of admission to main campus will receive a one-year National Merit Award valued at $2,000. Recipients will also retain eligibility for an Admission Scholarship ranging in value from $1,000 to $10,000.

Eligibility

National Scholarship applicants must be Canadian Citizens or a Permanent Resident of Canada. All applicants must have obtained a minimum overall academic average of 90% on all Grade 12 courses

See Ms. Morabito for an Application DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 14

MISSED THE SCHOLARSHIPS 101 WEBINAR?

If you missed the SCHOLARSHIPS 101 WEBINAR, check it out here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-ikDtZPhA0

$1000 CATHERINE LOGAN EDDY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship recognizes a graduating immigrant student  who has combined hard work with school and community involvement, and who wishes to further her/his education/training in BC. Applications at http://ellpsa.ca/?page_id=33 DEADLINE: JUNE 1

$1000 RE/MAX of Western Canada Quest of Excellence Bursary

REMAX is once again offering (16) $1,000 bursaries for GRADS. This bursary recognizes the success and ongoing pursuits of Western Canadian students in regards to leadership and community contribution initiatives. Application at  www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence.
DEADLINE: MARCH 11

ROTARY CLUB of BURNABY ADVENTURES PROGRAMS

The Rotary Club of Burnaby is pleased to sponsor 1 grade 12 student to participate in each of the following programs:

• Adventures in Citizenship - trip to Ottawa
• Adventures in Film - trip to Powell River's Film Festival
• Adventures in Forestry & Environmental Studies -Application available after Nov 15
• Adventures in Technology - Application not available until Nov 15
• Adventures in Tourism- trip to Kelowna

The successfull candidate will go on an all expenses paid trip to participate in realted activities and learn more about the specific field (e.g Citizenship, Toursim, Film, Forestry/Environment) All candidates will be interviewed by members of theRotary Club of Burnaby who will choose 1 candidate to participate in each of the programs. Applications available from Ms.Morabito. DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30 to Ms.Morabito

$50,000 U of Toronto Scholarship

Have you completed your application? If so make sure you give it to Ms.Morabito by November 6th, so Central can choose a nominee in time for the November 9th deadline!

SCHOLARSHIPS EMAILED DIRECTLY TO YOU!

Have scholarships/bursaries that are perfect for you emailed directly to you! Sign up at www.studentawards.com  !

The Great Canadian Scholarship
One of our current programs is the Great Canadian Scholarships Contest.We're offering 5 awards of $1,500 to students all across Canada. Applications at www.studentawards.com  DEADLINE: October 31st

Free Scholarships Webinar! Don't Miss Out!

There will be a FREE Studentawards Scholarships 101 Webinar, Thursday November 1 st, 2012. This webinar will give you important information on how to access a database of scholarships and guidance on how to apply for them. Register at
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8338397463288216064

$60,000 SCHULICH LEADER SCHOLARSHIP

Are you interested in Science,  Technology, Engineering or Math? Then this is the scholarship for you!!

CRITERIA:

• The candidate must be intending to enroll in a program at a minimum of one of the 20 participating Canadian universities in the STEM areas of study (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) by March 1, 2013.
• The candidate must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada and be attending a Canadian high school, secondary school or Cégep (in Quebec).
• Each candidate must possess at least two of the following three attributes:
• Academic excellence
• Outstanding community, business or entrepreneurial leadership
• Financial need (students who would be applying for financial assistance at university would meet this criterion)
• The candidate must also submit:
• Two letters of support from references (at least one academic)
• Reference letters must be submitted in .DOC, .DOCX, .PDF or .TXT format
• These documents must be titled “Reference 1” and “Reference 2”

• Most up-to-date high school, secondary school  transcript document
  • Transcripts must be submitted in .DOC, .DOCX, .PDF or .TXT format
  • This document must be titled “Transcript”

Get more Info at http://www.schulichleaders.com/about-scholarship before you see Ms.Morabito for an application. DEADLINE: December 7

$70,000 TD LEADERSHIP YOUNG CANADIAN LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP

Have you made a difference in your community? Then this is the scholarship for you! Students must demonstrate great leadership in one of the following areas: environment (GREEN CLUB), promotion of Social justice (SWATor GSA) , and fight against child poverty (GAAP) to name a few. The scholarship is $10,000/year for tuition and $7500 for living expenses/year.It also includes paid summer employment and Mentorship opportunities.

CRITERIA:

• demonstrate oustanding leadership in the community
• Obtain a 75% min overall average in the most recent full school year
• Three copies of an essay of up to 600 words describing your leadership
• Three letters of support from the community groups, that you have been involved in
• A letter of recommendation from your school
• A trascript of your academic records

APPLICATIONS available at  www.td.com/scholarship DEADLINE: December 7, 2012

ALL EXPENSES PAID TRIP TO LEARN ABOUT FILM MAKING!

Are you interested in Film making or animation? Then this is the opportunity for you! The Adventures in Film opportunity is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Powell River, this exciting educational experience covers many facets of the filmmaking process. During the day, participants attend presentations by professional media artisits and do hands on video or animation production.  In the evenings participants wille enjoy festival films and receptions at the community theatre. Accomodation, meals and full supervision is provided. Interested candidates must be able to work as part of a team and have ahd prvevious exposure to video production.  See Ms. Morabito for an application.

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30 to Ms.Morabito

$32000 University of Guelph Scholarship

UOG is offering 12 President's and Chancellors' scholarships. These scholarships reward top students and recognize acadmeic excellence, innovation , community and school engagement and leadership.

ON LINE applications at www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/studentfinance/index.cfm?scholarships/national

DEADLINE: January 25

2 - $500 Crisis Centre Leadership & Athletic Scholarships

Steve Cowan Leadership in Action Scholarship
Have you made a difference in your community? Then this is the scholarship for you!! The Crisis Centre offers this scholarship to support individuals who have made a positve contribution to their school and or community.

Criteria

• Demonstrated commitment & service to community issues

• Record of participation in volunteer activities in school or community

• Demonstrated capacity for leadership

• Letters of recommendation
• Evaluation of candidate’s essay and self-assessment

Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes

The Crisis Centre is offering the Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes to recognize and support athletes who have demonstrated a dedication to their sport. They have modeled leadership in action through investing in their personal wellness and/or the health and wellness of their sports team or community.

If you are an athlete who is passionate about leadership and has made efforts to support your personal health and wellness or that of your sports team or community, we want to hear from you.

Applications at www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/about-us/scholarship/

DEADLINE:  February 2013

up to $50,000 UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

This Scholarship covers tuition and fees for 4 years of study, and support for residence the first year and an 
additional renewable monetary award.

Applications at apply.utoronto.ca/admawards/html/awards/natschps.htm.

DEADLINE: November 9 

$80,000 LORAN AWARD TO ANY UNIVERSITY

There are over 30 Loran awards valuing up to$80,000 awarded across Canada. Potential candidates must exhibit strong academic performance (85% average) and moral character, commitment to serving others, great potential as leaders, independent thinking, and a willingness to take meaningful risks. 

Applications at: www.loranaward.ca/sef/page/id/14.html DEADLINE: to Ms. Morabito by October 10 so the school can choose 3 candidates to sponsor or you can mail your applications to Toronto for the direct pool before October 26.

WELCOME BACK GRADS OF 2013

There will be lots of scholarships posted on Burnaby Central's scholarship blog throughout the year! There are scholarships for academics, applied skills, arts, athletics and financial need. Keep checking the blog or see Ms. Morabito in room A233 for the scholarship that is right for you. You have nothing to lose and only FREE MONEY to gain! Good Luck !


IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

• TRANSCRIPTS are available with 2 days notice from the office. Complete a request form and submit to Ms. Sorochan. Request forms are on the Main office counter.

• Please provide teachers with 2 weeks notice to complete REFERENCE LETTERS. See Ms.Morabito in room A233 to pick up a Reference Letter Request Form or access the link to one on the scholarship link on the school website.

• Check out the SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES to the right to register your profile and have suitable scholarship opportunities emailed to you!

$4000 in NEW SCHOLARSHIPS!!!

Now that Grads are done classes you have more time to apply for the following scholarships:
 

$1,000 FRASER INSTITUTE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP 


Showcase your ideas on public policy and the role of markets by writing an essay. Each year the Institute holds a competition for students, designed to encourage and develop student writers.To be eligible for this scholarship you must write an essay on the 2012 topic chosen by the Fraser Institute. Applications at http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php DEADLINE: JUNE 30

$500 10 WORDS OR LESS SCHOLARSHIP - $500

To be considered eligible for the Scholarship a student must be:
1. Attending post secondary school in the Fall of 2012.
2. Answer the question, in 10 words or less “Why you deserve the $500 scholarship?”
Applications at http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php DEADLINE: JUNE 30

$1000 STORAGEMART SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000 will be awarded to students enrolled in the Fall 2012 semester at any post secondary college, university or institution. Essay must be 500 words or more. Applications at http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10255/storagemart_scholarships_scholarship.php DEADLINE: JUNE 30

$1500 DELETE CYBERBULLYING SCHOLARSHIP

In an effort to get students committed to the cause of deleting cyberbullying, we are offering the Delete Cyberbullying Scholarship Award for high school and college students. 
Applications at http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10235/delete_cyberbullying_scholarship_award_scholarship.php DEADLINE: JUNE 30

$ 1000 DIGITAL INNOVATION SCHOLARSHIP

To be eligible for this scholarship you must write a 500 word essay describing your personal experience with internet entrepreneurship or the importance of new ideas in the digital realm. Topics could include user experience, visual design or any other aspect of digital information you find interesting. DEADLINE: AUGUST 12

$500 ODENZA MARKETING GROUP FALL SCHOLARSHIP

To be considered eligible for the Odenza Marketing Group Fall Scholarship you must submit answers to the essay questions, which can be found at http://www.odenzascholarships.com/awards/9/application_odenza_marketing_group_scholarship.php   DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30

New Rules for Provincial Examinations Scholarships

As a result of the cancellation of optional provincial examinations, the Provincial Scholarship Program has been revised.

For students graduating on or after September 1, 2011, the following rules apply for the $1000 scholarship:

• Students must achieve at least a “B” (73% or above) final mark (provincial exam and school mark combined) in English 12.

• Students must achieve at least one “A” (86% or higher) and three “B”s (73% or higher) on four of his or her best provincial exams (can include the English 12 provincial exam).

• The examination rewrite rule will be relaxed for one year (September 1, 2011 to August 31, 2012) to allow students to rewrite Grade 10 and 11 provincial exams to improve their exam result for the purposes of qualifying for a Provincial Examinations Scholarship under the new policy

The following will apply: 1. If a student has had two attempts, they may rewrite a their time to improve their result. 2. If a year has lapsed since the student’s last attempt, he or she may rewrite without retaking the course.

• AP and most IB scores will no longer count towards scholarship.

For more information consult the Ministry of Education website at www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/handbook/

If, as a result of the new system, you are considering rewriting any of your Grade 10 or 11 Provincial exams in June, please contact Mr. Fester.  The exam schedule is available at www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/handbook/schedules

ACE IT SCHOLARSHIP & $5000 Microsoft Scholarship

ACE IT SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a graduate of an ACE-IT program. The candidate will successfully complete and achieve Apprenticeship Level 1 Technical Training or Certificate of Qualification upon completion of the ACE-IT program and plans to continue with trades training or post secondary education following Grade 12 graduation. See Ms. Morabito for an application DEADLINE: June 14


$5000 MICROSOFT OFFICE COMPETITION SCHOLARSHIP


All students aged 13-22 are invited to participate in the 2012 Microsoft Office Competition for a chance to win a $5,000 USD scholarship and an all-expense paid trip to Las Vegas, Nevada, to compete in the worldwide finals. Langara College is the official testing centre for the 2012 Microsoft Competition in BC with testing taking place from May 25 - June 15, 2012. Students have the opportunity to vie for a chance to become the next Microsoft Office World Champion in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and win great prizes. More Info at www.langara.bc.ca/microsoft-competition . DEADLINE: June 15

$500 Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity Scholarship at the University of Alberta

Is offering two $500 scholarships to incoming first year male students at the University of Alberta, NAIT or Grant MacEwan. Applicants must be able to demonstrate excellence in academics, leadership, and athletics during their high school and/or previous college experiences. See Ms. Morabito for applications DEADLINE: September 17th

$750 CHRIS CAMPBELL SCHOLARSHIP

Do you have financial need? Are you involved in school or the community? Do you have a high scholastic achievement? Then this is the scholarship for you! see Ms. Morabito for an application. DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 1

$1000 Confratellanza Italo-Canadese Society Scholarship

The Confratellanza Italo-Canadese Society is again offering two $1,000 scholarships to eligible candidates for this year.  The scholarships are open to this year's graduating secondary school students planning to enrol in a post-secondary academic degree program for the first time in 2012.  To be eligible for this scholarship candidates must:

1) be of Italian origin i.e. as having at least one parent or grandparent of direct Italian descent
2) be living in a city or municipality within the 21-member GVRD
3) have an academic standing sufficient to qualify for entry into the post-secondary institution of their choice

Applications available from Ms.Morabito. DEADLINE: MAY 31

$2500 APEGF Engineering Scholarships

Interested in becoming an engineer? The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Foundation offers a number of Post Secondary Entrance scholarships to graduating high school students entering UBC, SFU, UVIC,  BCIT AND UNBC for a degree in engineering or geoscience.  Each entrance scholarship is valued at $2,500. They also offer several Post Secondary Transfer Entrance Scholarships valued at $1,000 each for students entering a college/university engineering transfer program in BC. Scholarship selection is based on Grade 12 academics, extracurricular activities, references, financial need, and the student’s written statement outlining reasons for entering the profession.  Applications available at:

ENTRANCE:

www.apeg.bc.ca/students/scholarships/entrancescholarship.html

TRANSFERS:

www.apeg.bc.ca/students/scholarships/transferscholarship.html

DEADLINE: JUNE 25

$500 Tony Marzitelli Memorial Scholarship Fund

In memory of Tony Marzitelli, the Marzitelli family has established an annual $500 scholarship fund to reward a worthy graduating student with an opportunity to assist in the pursuit of their academic dreams. Applications at //italianculturalcentre.ca/wp-content/uploads/scholarship_tony-marzitelli-guidelines.pdf

DEADLINE: May 31

$1000 Catherine Logan Eddy Scholarship for ESL students

Are you an ESL student? This scholarship recognizes a student graduating from a BC Secondary School who has combined hard work with school and community involvement.

CRITERIA:

• Graduate of a BC high school who wishes to attend a post secondary institution to further her/his education or training for a specific type of employment;
• Demonstrated consistent improvement in academic competence
• School or community involvement or service to others
• ESL coursework at the secondary level.

Applications at: ellps 01 a.ca/wpcontent/ uploads/2012

//CLE-Scholarship-forms-2012.docx 


DEADLINE: JUNE 1

$1000 SOUTH ASIAN FAMILY ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

The South Asian Family Association is awarding three scholarships to students of South Asian Descent in the amount of $1000 for Academic Excellence, Excellence in Community Invovlement and Excellence in the Fine Arts.
More information at safa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/SAFA-SCHOLARSHIPS-2012.pdf DEADLINE: June 14

$1000 BC Electircal Association Scholarship & Bursary Program

The BC Electrical Association is awarding between $500 and $1000 to any eligible students who plan on studying Electrical, Marketing, Electrical Engineering or Business. Bursaries are awarded based on finacial need, field of study, employment, community service and school activities. Applications available www.bcea.bc.ca DEADLINE: JUNE 15

$1500 Elmer Helm Youth Fund

The ALEXANDRA FOUNDATION FOR NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSES provides $1500 to deserving students who wish to pursue post secondary training in the artistic, academic or technical field.

CRITERIA: plan to pursue studies in a certificate or degree program at the college or university level and must be significantly involved in their community in a volunteer capacity.

Applications available at www.alexandrafoundation.org/elmer-helm-youth-fund.php. DEADLINE: JUNE 30

$1500 Lovison Family Memorial Scholarship & Father Emmanuele Rosaia Scholarship

$1500 Lovison Family memorial Scholarship is awarded to a Roman Catholic student, with a 3.0 GPA or higher, who has volunteered in the community and or at school and is planing to go to university, college or technical school. 

$1500 Father Emmanuele Rosaia Scholarship is for any Roman Catholic Grad of Italian-Canadian origin. Must have strong academic achievement, strength in the Catholic church, leadership in the community and school, must be going into the studies of Humanities--English, Literature, Philosophy, Fine Arts etc.

See Ms.Morabito for applications. DEADLINE: June 15

$2000 JACK FARLEY YOUTH SPORTS ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

Short time line, but great opportunity! These scholarships are awarded to one outstanding male and one outstanding female amateur athlete graduating from a BC secondary school. These students will excel in a particular sport and exemplify the values, commitment and contribution to the community held by Jack Farley, an honoured member of the BC Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. Winners will receive $2,000! Scholarship applications at 2012 Jack Farley Youth Sports Achievement Award Application. See Ms.Morabito to complete the nominee part of the application for you. DEADLINE: April 13

$1000 Louella Downing Visual Arts Scholarship

Student must have demonstrated excellence in 2 Senior Visual Art courses and demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in Visual Arts.See Ms. Morabito for an application. DEADLINE: MAY 9

$13,000 Scholarship to Q College in Victoria

Any secondary student in BC, grade 9-12, can win this $13,000 scholarship to the newly accredited Q College (in Victoria). They offer intensive programs in web development, graphic design and Social Media. Students come from all over the world to take this program. Just enter the draw for this scholarship at ChatterHigh.com. Good Luck! DEADLINE: MAY 11

$500 BC PRINCIPALS' & VICE PRINCIPALS' ASSOCIATION.

This scholarship is awarded to students graduating and proceeding to a post-secondary institution.
30 SCHOLARSHIPS - Regional scholarshipswill be awarded to NON MEMBERS
10 SCHOLARSHIPS - MEMBER scholarships will be awarded to sons/daughters of BCPVPA members 
2 - SCHOLARSHIPS - for FIRST NATIONS students
CRITERIA: Certified copy of the Ministry of Education's Transcript of final grades (mailed to you in August), Proof paid registration at a post-seconday institution, Short essay indication leadership roles held in your school & community, 2 Reference letters (1 from a member of the BCPVPA (principal) and 1 additional one Please see Ms. Morabito for an application. DEADLINE: JUNE 15

$1000 -GET OUTSIDE YOUR WORLD CONTEST & SCHOLARSHIP

 Since 2004, Engineers without borders has sponsored the Get Outside Your World (GOYW) Contest that has encouraged over 1300 Canadian students to think critically about how Canada can be a strong leader in the world, and the crucial role Canadian youth can play to make that happen. One winner from grade 12 will receive an $1000 untied scholarship, and the winner from grades 9-11 wins a $500 prize. On top of this, both winners will be flown to EWB's National Conference 2013 in Calgary, Alberta, where they will collaborate with a team to deliver a workshop to over 700 University Students, engineering professionals, and international development experts in their network! Go to youth.ewb.ca/contest.

2-$6000 CST Consultants Inc. Guruparan and Winsor Scholarships

Awarded to students who are academically gifted, and well-rounded and planning to pursue post secondary education in or outside of Canada. This program is aimed at students whose parents do not have post-secondary education or received their post-secondary education outside of Canada. 1 $6000 scholarship will go to a female and 1 to a male. Applications at www.cst.org/index.cfm?pagepath=Awards/Scholarships&id=40750 DEADLINE: APRIL 30

$4000 BCIT PRESIDEN'TS ENTRANCE AWARD

Going to BCIT? There are up to 25 BCIT President's Entrance Awards valued at $4000 each and over 65 additional BCIT Entrance Awards valued up to $4500. Criteria and Applications available at bcit.ca/finaid. DEADLINE: JUNE 15

IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR ALL GRADS!

 1. If you have won a scholarship or when you win one don't
     forget to tell Ms.Morabito.
2. Keep applying for scholarships, it is FREE MONEY for your education. How many hours would you have to work to save $1000? $2000? $10,000 Why not just apply for a bursary or scholarship? You still have 3 months!

$2000-$5000 COAST CAPITAL SAVINGS SCHOLARSHIPS

Coast Capital Savings is offering  32 - $2000 Citizenship Awards and 16 Standing Tall Scholarships for students who have worked hard to overcome significant personal challenges to achieve their dreams these are worth $5000.

Applications available www.coastcapitalsavings.com/awards
Deadline: APRIL 1

$1000 OVERWAITEA FOOD GROUP & LOCAL 1518

Is offering 10 scholarships to students who have played a significant role in diversity initiatives in their school and/or community. Applications at www.owfg.com/diversity. DEADLINE: MAY 1

$1000 BC Technology Scholarship

The BC Technology Scholarship program provides grants to students who have a proven passion for technology and a desire to put their passion to work in a technology company. (This includes, but is not limited to: IT, Engineering, Marketing, Product Management, Business Development, etc)This year there are 6 - $1,000 grants available for GRADS preparing to begin their post-secondary education. Applications at www.bctia.org/Community/Tech-Scholarship DEADLINE: APRIL 6

$1000 South Burnaby Metro Club

Will be awarding three 3 $1,0000.00 scholarships to GRADS who have in the past or present been actively involved with one of our soccer, basketball, baseball programs for a minimum of three (3) years. See Ms. Morabito for an application. DEADLINE: MARCH 31

$1000 RE/MAX of Western Canada Quest for Excellence Bursary

The Quest for Excellence Program is a bursary program for grade 12 students in Western Canada. It was established by RE/MAX of Western Canada to recognize the success and ongoing pursuits of Western Canadian students in regards to leadership and community contribution initiatives. Each year, RE/MAX will award 16 bursaries of $1,000 each totaling $16,000 in Western Canada. 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. Applications at www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence-application DEADLINE: MARCH 12

$750 Accounting Scholarships

CGA Program of Prefessional studies will award 10 $750 scholarships that can be applied towards a student's accounting studies at the public BC college or university of their choice. Applications available from Ms. Morabito. DEADLINE: APRIL 15

$500 - $ 40,000 DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

Dalhousie strives to recognize the academic, extra-curricular, and leadership achievements of students. Dalhousie offers entrance scholarships to 59% of first year students, and special scholarship for students with disabilities and entering specific fields of study. Applications, eligibility criteria available online at dal.ca/scholarships under prospective students. DEADLINE: MARCH 15

$500 Invite Right School Tools Scholarship

This scholarship is for a GRAD who gives extra effort! All you have to do is tell a short story about how you go the extra mile to make your graduation extra special. Email sales@eventiq.com for applications. 

$500 Grace Family Network Scholarship (Bursary)

Founded in the memory of Rebecca Chan. This scholarship will be awarded to 2 deserving GRADS who demonstrate financial need, good academic achievement, leadership and or volunteer achievement and a desire to finish a post-secondary degree or program. Applications available at www.gfnf.org.
DEADLINE: APRIL 30

$1000 BURNABY SPORTS HALL OF FAME SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is awarded  to an outstanding Athlete who has demonstrated evidence of high athletic ability, community and school involevement, maintains a C+ average or higher and plans on attending post secondary on a full time basis. Applications available from Ms. Morabito in room A233. DEADLINE: APRIL 16

$500 BCSTA Student Citizenship Awards

The BC School Trustees Association invites applications for its 2012 Awards for Student Citizenship. We are offering five awards of $500 each. Students must be graduating from a BC public school and have displayed exemplary citizenship within their school and community. Applications available at http://www.bcsta.org/content/student-resources 
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 29. Students may mail or fax the forms to BCSTA:

British Columbia School Trustees Association
4th floor – 1580 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V6J 5K9
Fax: 604-732-4559.

$2000 -$5000 COAST CAPITAL SAVINGS AWARDS

Coast Capital Savings is offering 32 Citizenship Awards $2000 to students who are taking a leadership[ role in their communites while succesffully blancing their academic and personla lives and 16 Standing Tall Awards $5000 each to students who are working hard to overcome significant personal challenges to achieve their dreams. More information about eligibility and online application at www.coastcapitalsavings.com/awards DEADLINE: APRIL 1

$5000-$20000 KWANTLEN ENTRANCE AWARDS

Kwantlen Entrance Awards and Scholarships are available to students attending Kwantlen for the first time, and include the $20,000 President's Award or the $5,000 Merit Award. Applications at http://www.kwantlen.ca/awards/Awards/entrance_scholarship.html       DEADLINE: MARCH 16

$1000 ROTARY CLUB COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

The Rotary Club of Deer Lake is offering 3 scholarships valued at $1000 each. This scholarship will be awarded to a grade 12 student who has demonstrated good citizenship, strong leadership, actively involved in community or volunteer work, has been involved in youth initiatives or events in Burnaby, and has a good academic standing. Applications available at http://www.rotaryburnabydeerlake.org/ 

DEADLINE: MARCH 31

15 CAPILANO UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE AWARDS

Planning to go to Capilano University? Then don't miss out on these prestigious Entrance Awards!

1. Capilano Excellence Scholarships

• demonstrate excellence in academics GPA 80%and other school endeavours and who have shown leadership in their school and community
• tuituion waiver for the first year and renewable for up to 3 years

Applications available at www.capilanou.ca/finanical-aid DEADLINE: March 16
2. CAPILANO UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE AWARD

Applicants must be a canadian citizen or permanent resident

• 75% GPA in grade 12
• Applicants must demonstrate financial need

Applications available at www.capilanou.ca/finanical-aid DEADLINE: April 27 

3.Enrolment Services Entrance Bursary 

• Applicants must be a canadian citizen or permanent resident
• Applicants must demonstrate financial need

 Applications available at www.capilanou.ca/finanical-aid DEADLINE: April 27  4. Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. Entrance Award
2 awards valued at $3500 each renewable for 1 year

• Applicants must be a canadian citizen or permanent resident
• 75% GPA in grade 12
• Applicants must demonstrate financial need

Applications available at www.capilanou.ca/finanical-aid DEADLINE: April 27 

5. MARGEAUX TRAILBLAZER AWARD

6.SCOTIABANK ENTRANCE AWARD FOR BUSINESS STUDIES
$4000 to assist students in the school of Business at Capilano University

• Applicants must be registered with CAP U. disability services with a documented permanent disability.
• Applicants must be a canadian citizen or permanent resident

 Applications available at www.capilanou.ca/finanical-aid DEADLINE: April 27 

7. CANADIAN DAUGHTERS' LEAGUE MARJORY & GEORGE RISTE ENTRANCE AWARD

Applicants must be a canadian citizen or permanent resident, outstanding students and demonstrate leadership and community involvement

Applicants must demonstrate financial need 

  

Applications available at www.capilanou.ca/finanical-aid DEADLINE: April 27 

8. CAPILANO UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

• GPA 3.5 on Eng. 12 + 3 academic gr. 12 courses
• enrolled in Associate Arts Program

Applications available at www.capilanou.ca/finanical-aid DEADLINE: April 27 

9. ATHLETIC ENTRANCE AWARD

• GPA of 3.0 at the committee's discretion , a GPA between 2.5 and 2.9 may be considered.
• can be enrolled in any program

No application required contact the Financial aid and Awards office at finaid@capilanou.ca

10. ERNST, HELENE AND WLATER KIENZL AWARD

• Applicant will have the highest achievement at the Envision Jazz Festival.
• must be enrolled in Jazz Studies program

No application required contact the Financial aid and Awards office at finaid@capilanou.ca

11. UNIVERSAL MUSIC CANADA SCHOLARSHIP

• GPA 80% in gr. 12
• must be enrolled in Jazz Studies degree program

No application required contact the Financial aid and Awards office at finaid@capilanou.ca

12. WEST VANCOUVER COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL JAZZ SCHOLARSHIP

• 80% GPA in gr. 12
• must be enrolled in Jazz Studies program
• applicants must demosntrate poetential as a jazz artist as determined by the Jazz Studies faculty at CAP. U.

No application required contact the Financial aid and Awards office at finaid@capilanou.ca

• Applicants must be a canadian citizen or permanent resident
• and have applied to a program at Capilano that is non-traditional for their gender 

Applications available at www.capilanou.ca/finanical-aid DEADLINE: April 27