$1500 FATHER TED COLLETON SCHOLARSHIP

Write an original essay (800-1000 words)on the theme: Is there a cause for pro-life optimism regarding the abortion issue in Canada?  More info and applications at www.theinterim.ca Once your on the website scroll down to get to the application link. Email your essay and application to dirocco@theinterim.com by the DEADLINE: November 30

$3000- BC GOVERNMENT & SERVICE EMPLOYEES' UNION SCHOLARSHIP

Do you know someone in your family who is a member of the BCGE Union? If so, you could be eligible for a $3000 or $2000 scholarship! CRITERIA:

• relative of BCGEU member or staff in good standing or relatives of deceased or retired members
• letter-grade standing of C or better. 
•  an essay on one of the provided topics (or other format for students with special needs)
•  Bibliography/list of resources

Applications at www.bcgeu.ca/member , click "for members", "Member Programs", "Scholarships" or from any area office of the bc government & serice employees' union DEADLINE: February 29 

SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY WRITING SEMINAR !!

DON'T MISS OUT !!! The English Department is hosting a scholarship essay writing seminar at lunch on Wednesday October 5 & 13 sign up is on the door of room c330. Tips regarding what Scholarship judges are looking for in scholarship essays will be shared. This will be an excellent opportunity to brush up on your essay writing skills and secure that scholarship. Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity!!

$75,000 LORAN AWARD TO ANY UNIVERSITY

LORAN AWARD

There are over 30 Loran awards valuing up to$75,000 awarded across Canada. Potential candidates must exhibit strong academic performance and moral character, commitment to serving others, great potential as leaders, independent thinking, and a willingness to take meaningful risks. 

Applications are completed online at: www.loranaward.ca/sef/page/id/14.html DEADLINE: to Ms. Morabito by October 11 so the school can choose 3 candidates to sponsor or you can mail your applications to Toronto for the direct pool before October 26.

U of T NATIONAL & ARBOR SCHOLARSHIPS

$35,000- $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 and details available at apply.utoronto.ca/admawards/html/awards/natschps.htm.


DEADLINE: November 1 to Ms.Morabito

TD LEADERSHIP YOUNG CANADIAN LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP

 $70,000 TD Scholarships to any university or college in Canada

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 (SWAT or 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 min overal average in the most recent full school year of 75%
• Three copies of an essay of up to 600 words describing you leadership
• Three letters of support from the community groups, who you have been involved in
• A letter of recommendation from you school
• A trascript of your academic records

APPLICATIONS available at  www.td.com/scholarship DEADLINE: October 31

WELCOME BACK GRADS OF 2012!

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 C224 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 C224 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!