$3000 UBC Bursary for Post Secondary Studies in French as a Second Language Program

This bursary program, which is administered by the Association des collèges et universités de la francophonie canadienne (ACUFC), aims to encourage a greater number of young English-speaking Canadians to become bilingual, while studying in their field of interest. It offers the opportunity to expand knowledge about the Francophone culture.

  

Eligibility criteria and the application process:

https://fhis.ubc.ca/bursaries-for-postsecondary-studies-in-french-as-a-second-language/

DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30

 

UP TO $10000 Electronic Recycling Association Scholarship

The ERA is looking for bright, young students with an interest in the environment to host a collection event at their location. Students will gain experience in event planning and hosting. The top 10 winners will receive prizes of up to $10,000. 

APPLICATION

DEADLINE: JULY 31

$1000 Young Conservationist Scholarship Program

 The Young Conservationist Scholarship Program (YCSP) is a free program for British Columbian youth in grade 11 and below to become conservation leaders. The YCSP highlights the drive of young people connected to the BCWF to contribute to the protection, conservation, and enhancement of the environment. Participating youth will be given the resources and knowledge to make an impact in their communities while competing for a $1,000 (minimum) scholarship. 

Selected conservation–minded youth will join us for a conservation seminar in April along with other youth. By the end of the program participants will be better equipped to facilitate their conservation project and other projects in the future.  Details on bcsss.blogspot.com.  

APPLICATIONS

DEADLINE: MARCH 15

Up to $2500 DANEEN SKILLING SCHOLARSHIP & JULIE COLE MEMORIAL BURSARY

 This is an annual award in honour of Ms. Daneen Skilling, a dedicated and professional leader to business and community in ensuring workplaces are safe and healthy. Ms. Skilling served as Chair, Board of Directors of the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC (the Alliance) for seven years. In memory of safety auditor Julie Cole, a new bursary will be awarded for the first time in 2021 to a student with demonstrated financial need.

This award will support a worthy student pursuing a career in Occupational 

Health and Safety through post-secondary studies and a commitment to making 

workplaces physically and psychologically healthy and safe environments for

workers and the communities where they operate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

-Applications will be accepted from students enrolling in an accredited Occupational 
-Health and Safety program at college or university in BC (BCIT, UBC, SFU, UVIC, 
UNBC, or Okanagan College) for the 2021 – 2022 year.

-Applicants will be accepted from high school graduates and those furthering their 
education in health and safety graduate studies as outlined in the list of qualified programs.

-Applicants will submit abstracts showing their academic results

-Applicants will submit an essay of 750 to 1,200 words explaining why workplace
 health and safety is important to them, and why they are pursuing this course of study.

-Applicants will be Canadian citizens or permanent residents residing in the province of BC.

APPLICATION

DEADLINE: March 15

DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATION PROCESS

There are 20 District scholarships that award financial need, overcoming obstacles, athletics, academics, visual/performing arts, and volunteering. All District Scholarships are DUE by 9:00am on MARCH 8 to Ms. Morabito in room A233. 

To apply for DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS please submit the following requirements: 

1) Scholarship Profile on file with Ms. Morabito DUE FEB 19TH. (link found on CLC 12 team or first post of the school year on this blog)

2) Copy of a recent Transcript (does not need to be official. No envelopes please)   

3) Cover letter indicating which district scholarship(s) you are applying for and stating 

    specific details and examples explaining why you are the best candidate. SAMPLE COVER LETTER

4)Financial Need letter explaining your need for financial assistance or personal Essay  (if criteria requires) 

 

5) Two reference letters ONE from a community organizations and ONE from team/club sponsor.  

    
This is a crucial part of your application. Give this REFERENCE LETTER REQUEST FORM 

to the adults writing your letters. Volunteer activities must be verified in the form of letter (hours acquired for Work Experience DO NOT count as volunteer hours) These letters must state:

• number of service or volunteer hours
• brief description of activities you participated in 
• the duration (start and end dates of your involvement)
• description of or your work ethic, character  and leadership skills (if criteria requires)

20 DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CENTRAL GRADS!

20 District scholarships are available for Burnaby Central Grads. These scholarship award students who are excelling or overcoming obstacles. Some criteria includes financial need, overcoming hardships/disabilities, excelling in academics, athletics, trades, visual arts, performing arts, and community service. Criteria and application details on the following DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS POSTS. DEADLINE: 9:00am on MARCH 8, 2021 to Ms. Morabito. 

$100-$3500 District Scholarships:

1. BCIT Pathways to Success Award
   
2. Burnaby Arts Council Scholarship
   
3. Burnaby Association of Senior Exempt Staff (BASES) Scholarship
4. Burnaby Civic Employees Cupe 23 Scholarship
5. Burnaby South War Memorial Scholarship
6. Chad Turpin Scholarship
7. City of Burnaby Bursary
8. Coast Capital Standing Tall Scholarship
   
9. Harris & Co Scholarship
10. Interworld Developments Scholarship
11. ​Dr & Mrs A. H. Pontifex Scholarship
12. Marjorie Jane Stephenson Scholarship
13. Marlene Larson Scholarship
    
14. Michael J Fox Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship
15. Neil Sandercock Scholarship
16. Norm Taylor Woodworking Scholarship
17. Parkcrest Children's Centre Scholarship
    
18. RICOH Office Solutions Scholarship
19. Rotary Club of Burnaby Scholarship
20. Ted Elphick Memorial Scholarship

GENERAL DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS

 All District Scholarships are DUE by 9:00am on MARCH 8 to Ms.Morabito in room A233. The application requirements are listed on the DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATION PROCESS post.

$1000 Burnaby Association of Senior Exempt Employees (BASES) Scholarship          The BASES scholarship is awarded annually to a well-rounded Burnaby student who meets the following criteria:

• maintained a good academic standing
• been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work beyond that required for graduation
• demonstrated leadership in Burnaby through consistent and outstanding dedication to a community initiative or making their community a better place.
• Consideration is to be given to a student with financial need.

$500 Burnaby Civic Employee’s – CUPE Local 23 Scholarship

•  Must be attending a BC post-secondary or vocational school
•  Maintained a good academic standing
•  Demonstrated good citizenship in school and the community
•  Participated in volunteer activities

Burnaby South War Memorial Bursary

The Burnaby South War Memorial bursaries are awarded to a Burnaby grad who has continually demonstrated the following:

• Be a Canadian citizen
• Have the desire to continue his/her education at a post-secondary institution in Canada
• Must demonstrate good citizenship, sharing and responsibility, and a willingness to help others
• Must demonstrate Financial need
• Maintained a good academic standing;

$3000 BCIT Pathway To Success Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a Burnaby student who is planning to enter into a full-time first year technology, technical studies or trade program (excluding Apprentice) at BCIT

• Must have applied for admission to BCIT and have been assigned a BCIT ID 
• Must be a citizen or permanent resident of Canada 
• Must commence your BCIT full-time studies before March 31, 2022
• Must demonstrate leadership skills and/or additional responsibilities such as: family taken leadership training/courses, volunteer and/or community service or work experience, captain/president of sports team or group, involvement in extracurricular activities, play a major role in supporting their family, financially or otherwise.

BCIT APPLICATION         

$1000 Chad Turpin Scholarship

The Burnaby Association of Senior Exempt Employees (BASES) has created the Chad Turpin Scholarship, to recognize the contributions to the City of Burnaby by former Deputy City Manager Chad Turpin. The scholarship will be awarded to a well-rounded Burnaby student who meets the following criteria:

• been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work beyond that required for graduation; and
• demonstrated leadership in Burnaby through consistent and outstanding dedication to a community initiative or making their community a better place
• has an interest in public administration, public policy or public service e.g. politics, health care, teaching, policing etc

$1000 City of Burnaby Bursary 

To be eligible for a City of Burnaby Bursary, students must meet the following criteria:

• Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of the City of Burnaby; 
• Be in Grade 12 and eligible to graduate (within the year of application) from a public secondary school in Burnaby School District 41
• Be accepted to a program of studies at a post-secondary institution in Canada, such as universities, community colleges, technical schools – proof of registration in a minimum of three courses in a post-secondary institution shall be required before any bursary award payment is made to a recipient; 
• Preference will be given to a student who has participated in a community program prior to graduating and can demonstrate outstanding community involvement and volunteerism; and,
• Students who demonstrate financial need (family income below $50,000) will be given priority.

$200 Harris & Co. Scholarship

To be considered for the award the student should have:

• Excelled in Law 11 or 12 course and
• Planning to pursue post secondary education at a recognized Institute, College or University 

$500 Marjorie Jane Stephenson - Education Scholarship

• Demonstrated community service assisting seniors (excluding Work Experience) 
• You will need a verification of volunteer hours letter on letter head from the supervisor of the care facility where you volunteered . The letter must indicate the tasks completed and the total number of hours volunteered (NOT including Work Experience)
• Demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career in Health Care 
• Maintained a good academic standing 
• Demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership skills in the school and community

$1000 Parkcrest Children’s Centre Scholarship

Is awarded to a student who has attended Parkcrest Children's Centre for at least one year and meets the following criteria:

• Completed Proof form (see link below)
• Maintained a good academic standing 
• Provide evidence of volunteer or work experience 
• Participated and actively involved in school and community and/or volunteer activities 
• Demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills 

Parkcrest Proof Form         

$500 Dr. & Mrs. A. H. Pontifex Scholarship

• Has maintained a good academic standing 
• Has taken a concentration of, and excelled in, courses in the field of Science 
• Has demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership in school and the community 
• Has participated in community service and volunteer work in the community 
• Has demonstrated a passion for, and interest in, pursuing a career in Science. 

$250 Ricoh Office Solutions Scholarship

• Must be attending BCIT in the next 2 years (proof of registration required)
• Demonstrated good citizenship
• Actively involved in school service
• Maintained a good academic standing
• Consideration given to a student with financial need

$1000 Rotary Club of Burnaby Bursary 

Is awarded to one student at each of Burnaby's Secondary Schools and who meets the following criteria:

• Has maintained a good academic standing 
• Has demonstrated good citizenship and STRONG leadership in school and the community 
• Has participated in community service and volunteer work in the community 
• Demonstrates financial need

                                                

OVERCOMING OBSTACLES/DISABILITIES/HARDSHIPS DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS

 All District Scholarships are DUE by 9:00am on MARCH 8 to Ms.Morabito in room A233. The application requirements are listed on the DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATION PROCESS post.

$3500 Coast Capital Standing Tall Scholarship 

• Awarded to students who are facing, or have faced, significant hardships e.g. poverty, health, family issues, personal loss and lack 
• Risen up against the odds and demonstrated a commitment to continue their education at a Canadian university, college or technical school. 
• Write an essay describing your story in 500 words or less see application link below

APPLICATION

$500 Marlene Larson Scholarship

• Awarded to a Burnaby graduate who is blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind 
• Be planning on enrolling in a post secondary program 
• Demonstrate ability to set goals 
• Be motivated, show responsibility and be oriented towards independence 

$500 Neil Sandercock Memorial Scholarship

• Awarded  to a graduating student who has suffered a brain injury or has a developmental or psychological impairment with a disability 
• has not only risen up against the odds, but demonstrated a commitment to continuing their education

Ted Elphick Memorial Bursary

• Candidate selected should be a Burnaby resident who has, through will and spirit, overcome physical or mental challenges to graduate from a Burnaby secondary school. 
• Demonstrated ability and desire to be a life long learner and continue his or her education at a post secondary institution or in a recognized training program 

DISTRICT FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS

All District Scholarships are DUE by 9:00am on MARCH 8 to Ms.Morabito in room A233. The application requirements are listed on the DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATION PROCESS post.

$250 Burnaby Arts Council Scholarship

The Burnaby Arts Council is offering a scholarship to a graduating student in each of Burnaby’s eight secondary schools. Applicants must:

• demonstrate excellence and achievement in the arts (performing, visual or literary) in school curricular and extra-curricular programs and the motivation to develop their ability. Additional consideration will be given for community involvement.
• exhibit a good academic record with letters of commendation.
• be continuing with their education in a full-time accredited post-secondary program, with a concentration in the arts, leading to a professional status in theatre, dance, visual arts, creative writing or music. 
• consideration may be given to students with financial need

Up to $5000 Michael J. Fox Visual & Performing Arts Scholarship

• Currently enrolled in a visual or performing arts course in a Burnaby secondary school.
•  Documentation to demonstrate your interest, dedication and aptitude in an arts or in multiple arts disciplines, e.g. dance, drama, music, visual art, theatre, script writing, stagecraft, directing, media arts. 
• Evidence of your financial need and an explanation of why there are no other financial resources available to you. 
• Demonstrated school and/or community involvement 
• Your intent to pursue study at a post-secondary institution in an arts or arts-related area.

APPLICATION

YOUTH TRAIN IN TRADES PROGRAM DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS

 All District Scholarships are DUE by 9:00am on MARCH 8 to Ms.Morabito in room A233. The application requirements are listed on the DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATION PROCESS post.

$1000 Interworld Scholarship

Awarded to a student who has successfully completed a Youth Train in Trades and Youth Work in Trades program in the Burnaby School District with a high level of effort, determination and integrity.

• successfully completed 120 hours industry-recognized work experience 
• demonstrated a high level of motivation to continue to develop skills and abilities in the chosen profession 
• demonstrated plans to continue in studies in the chosen field at post-secondary or apprenticeship training 
• been nominated for the award by a Youth Train in Trades or Youth Work in Trades program teacher 
• Consideration is to be given to a student with financial need. 

$500 NormTaylor Woodworking Scholarship

• awarded to a student who is excelling in the Youth train in trades Carpentry program and plans to continue in carpentry. For more details ask Mr. Bernard.

$4530 PUBLIC GUARDIAN & TRUSTEE ASSISTANCE FUND

To be eligible a student must be a former permanent ward of the Province of BC and planning to study at a post-secondary level in an academic, technical or vocational program.

Financial Need

An applicant must :

•  demonstrate a financial shortfall which might cause the individual to be unable to pursue their studies;

•  demonstrate some means of financial support;

•  demonstrate an inability to access additional means of financial support to make up the shortfall; and

•  provide an estimated descriptive budget for the upcoming academic year based on reasonable expenses and reasonable means of financial support.

Post Academic Performance

An applicant must demonstrate:

•  an academic, technical or vocational ability to pursue the intended educational goal;
and

•  an academic, technical or vocational commitment to obtaining the educational goal.

Career Goals

An applicant must demonstrate:

•  a clear career goal;

•  a direct relationship between the educational goal and the career goal;

•  a personal commitment to the career goal (e.g., related education to date, related volunteer experience, related work experience, or references from educators, counsellors or field workers); and

•  personal suitability to the chosen career (e.g., references from educators, career counselors, or field workers).

Applications 

DEADLINE: APRIL 15

UP TO $6000 BCIT ENTRANCE AWARDS

 BCIT is pleased to announce that the following Entrance Awards are available to students who are planning to attend our institute commencing April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022.

 Up to 25 BCIT President’s Entrance Awards, available only to current High School students. Valued up to $4,000 each. Deadline: August 5, 2021

 

Over 100 additional BCIT Entrance Awards. Valued up to $6,000 each  Deadlines: August 5, 2021 and/or January 6, 2022

 

APPLICATIONS at bcit.ca/finaid.

$5000 PATHWAY TO TEACHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

 The Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship is awarded to 20 outstanding high school graduates who have demonstrated a commitment and aptitude for a career path in K-12 teaching. Winners receive a $5,000 scholarship voucher to redeem when they are registered and attending an approved K-12 teacher education program at one of BC’s nine Faculties of Education. Check here for Approved teacher education programs.

In the online application, you will be asked to provide specific information and additional attachments. You can prepare by reviewing the list on the first page of the Application in advance. You will upload any required attachments directly to the online application when prompted. Attachments should be Word documents or PDF files under 15 MB in size

Apply

1. Complete the BC Pathway application online. See Scoring guides (PDF) for reference
2. Submit your completed application to the Ministry no later than February 15, 2021
3. Selection of winners will be finalized after August 31, 2021

Eligibility

• Meet basic eligibility requirements
• Be in your graduation year with graduation to occur by August 31 of the school year in which you apply
• Be eligible for a B.C. Certificate of Graduation (Dogwood Diploma)
• Have at least a: "B" (73% or above) in your Language Arts 11 final mark 
• "B" average in final course marks that fulfill graduation requirements of Science 11 or 12, Math 11 and Social Studies 11 or 12, with no more than one "C+" (67% or above) final course mark, (marks lower than “C+” are not accepted)
• Maintain a “B” average or better in Grades 11 and 12 final course marks required for graduation

Your application package must include:

• Resume in the mandatory format
• Two reference letters, one from your community and one from your school
• A written statement, maximum 500 words, which describes why you want to be a teacher