SCHOLARSHIPS DUE IN OCTOBER

 

CREDIT EDUCATION WEEK CANADA - ESSAY WRITING CONTEST

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: $1000-$4000

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Canadian resident

  - Enrolled in a Canadian High School in Grade 12 and planning on pursuing

    post-secondary education

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Submit an original essay of no more that 1000 words on "What is the dumbest

    thing I have ever done with my money and what did I learn from it?"

NOTES:

  - See web page: www.crediteducationweekcanada.com/ESSAYCONTEST09.htm

 

MANITOBA HYDRO - FIRST YEAR ENGINEERING BURSARY

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Refer to link

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Aboriginal ancestry

  - Accepted into first-year Engineering, Engineering Access Program (ENGAP), or

    taking engineering curriculum in University One at the University of Manitoba

  - Academic performance

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Cover letter explaining why you are a good candidate

  - Most-recent transcript

NOTES:

  - Six (6) awards are available

  - Potential opportunity for summer employment with Manitoba Hydro

  - Applications are submitted once you are in post-secondary education (e.g. If

    you are in first year University the application is due at the beginning of

    October in that year)

  - Application submitted to the University of Manitoba

  - Second year engineering students may apply for the Second Year Engineering

    Bursary

  - See web page for more specific information: www.hydro.mb.ca

 

MANITOBA HYDRO - FIRST YEAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BURSARY

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Refer to link

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Aboriginal ancestry

  - Accepted into the University of Manitoba, University of Winnipeg or Brandon

    University studying Computer Sciences or University One Computer Science

    curriculum

OR

  - Accepted into Red River College or Keewatin Community College studying

    Computer Analyst/Programmer or Computer Systems Technology

  - Academic performance

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Cover letter explaining why you are a good candidate

  - Resume

  - Most-recent transcript

NOTES:

  - Two (2) awards are available

  - Potential opportunity for summer employment with Manitoba Hydro

  - Applications are submitted once you are in post-secondary education (e.g. If

    you are in first year University the application is due at the beginning of

    October in that year)

  - Application submitted to your post-secondary institution

  - Second year students may apply for the Second Year Information Technology Bursary

  - See web page for more specific information: www.hydro.mb.ca

 

MANITOBA HYDRO - EMPLOYMENT EQUITY BURSARY

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Refer to link

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Member of Employment Equity Designated Group (which include): Women,

    Aboriginal Peoples, Members of Visible Minorities, or Persons with Disabilities

    (see web site for definitions of preceding list)

  - Entering first year of studies at a University studying: Engineering, Computer

    Science or Commerce

OR

  - Entering first year of studies at a College studying: Civil, Computer, Electrical

    or Electronic Engineering Technologies

  - Academic history

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Cover letter explaining why you are a good candidate

  - Resume

  - Most-recent transcript

NOTES:

  - 11 awards are available

  - Potential opportunity for summer employment with Manitoba Hydro

  - Applications are submitted once you are in post-secondary education (e.g. If

    you are in first year University the application is due at the beginning of

    October in that year)

  - Application submitted to your post-secondary institution

  - See web page for more specific information: www.hydro.mb.ca

 

JOHN SIGURDSSON CHAPTER IODE

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Refer to link

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Be graduating from high school

  - See web site for different requirements for each scholarship

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Completed application form

  - Musical Scholarship - Two letters of recommendation from musical authorities

  - Academic Scholarship - Two letters of recommendation, one must be from a

    teaching professional

  - Scholastic Record for the past two (2) academic years (academic scholarship)

  - Write a letter giving a resume of extra curricular activities and any other

    information you deem pertinent (i.e. high school and community involvement,

    sports, music, part-time work, hobbies, etc. to show your good citizenship,

    leadership potential.) (Mention Icelandic ancestry if any.)

NOTES:

  - 11 different scholarship categories

  - There is no web site for this scholarship

  - Mail applications to: Mrs. Deanna Isliefson, 95 Pauley Drive, Winnipeg,

    Manitoba, R2C 3K3, Phone: (204) 222-1124

 

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Tuition & incidental fees for four (4) years, residence support in first year and an additional, renewable, monetary award

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Canadian citizen or permanent resident

  - Be graduating from high school and intending to begin university study in

    September

  - Enthusiastic for intellectual exploration and an involvement in the life of their

    school and community

  - Superior academic performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional

    achievement in a broad context

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Completed application form

  - Transcript of the applicant's complete high school record to date (including

    final results for grade 12 academic course work)

  - Reference letter in support of your application

NOTES:

  - Applicants can either be nominated by their school or apply directly

  - Approximately 12 awards available

  - No web site available for this award

 

FOUNDATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF ABORIGINAL YOUTH (FAAY)

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Refer to link

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Aboriginal students (Status, Non-Status, Metis and Inuit)

  - Volunteer contribution to community and family

  - Leadership and role model qualities

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Application form (can be downloaded from the Internet)

  - Essay (no more than 2 pages) why you should receive a bursary or scholarship.

    We are interested in your educational goals and career plans. Tell us why you

    think it is important to stay in school. Include any information about awards

    you have received, community and volunteer work you have done and special

    school activities in which you participate. Tell us about any hardships you have

    overcome and how you contribute to your family, school and community

  - Letter of recommendation from a teacher or professor

  - Letter of support from a community member involved with the group or

    organization for which you have volunteered

  - Original photo of yourself (head and shoulders preferred). The photo can be a

    colour original or - if you e-mail it, a 300 dpi black and white photo - 2" wide.

    Please attach a  label with your name to the back of the picture.

  - Transcripts from your last year at school

NOTES:

  - Faxed applications will not be accepted

  - See web page for more specific information: www.ccab.com

 

CANADIAN MERIT SCHOLARSHIP - LORAN AWARD

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Refer to link

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - There are three (3) areas in which to apply under: Character, Leadership and

    Service

  - Must be in the final year of high school

  - Minimum average of 85% in high school

  - Canadian citizenship or residency

  - To receive renewal of the scholarship, scholar must achieve a minimum of B+

    (3.3 GPA) average and must maintain the qualities of character, leadership and

    service upon which the scholarship was awarded

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Transcript

  - Must be sponsored by school (If not, you can still apply as a Direct Applicant,

    but the deadline changes to November and filling out the application may be

    different)

NOTES:

  - There are possible other scholarships that one may receive with this application

  - There is a lot of work involved with this scholarship, so start early

  - Make sure you read and follow all instructions (such as needing to submit two

    (2) copies of the application)

  - It is suggested that students fill out the application on the computer in Adobe

    Acrobat and then print

  - See web page for more specific information: www.cmsf.ca

 

TD CANADA TRUST SCHOLARSHIP FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Up to $70,000

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Final year of high school

  - Demonstrated outstanding community leadership

  - Minimum average of 75%

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - Essay of up to 500 words detailing you community leadership

  - Essay of up to 250 words describing your personal circumstances, (family

    employment, economic situation, etc.) or other extenuating circumstances that

    may be relevant to your application

  - Letter of recommendation from your school

  - Three (3) letters confirming your community leadership

  - Transcript

NOTES:

  - Up to 20 awards are available

  - Employees of TD Canada Trust (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) and

    members of their immediate families are not eligible to receive a scholarship

  - To take the quiz, visit: www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship

 

CN SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WOMEN

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Refer to link

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Must be a female who has been accepted for the fall semester into a program of

    study in trade, technology or operations at one of the educational institutions

    listed in the brochure that can be found on the web site

  - Whether you are continuing your education or re-entering the school system as

    a mature student, you may qualify for one of the scholarships for women

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - You must demonstrate your desire for a career in trades, technology or

    operations by providing a brief description of your career interests

  - A letter of recommendation

NOTES:

  - Only eligible educational institutions in Manitoba are Assiniboine Community

    College in Brandon and University College of the North in The Pas

  - See web page: http://www.cn.ca/en/careers-offer-scholarships-women.htm

 

THE ARTHUR PALIN AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: Refer to link

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Applicants must be enrolled in an automotive aftermarket industry related

    program or curriculum at a Canadian college or university

  - This includes students pursuing their studies as an automotive apprentice. It

    also includes studies in any of the following automotive sectors: auto body,

    hard parts, heavy duty, or motive power (machinists)

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - A letter from the applicant stating his/her long-term automotive goals. The

    applicant's letter should briefly outline why they believe they should be

    considered for this scholarship. It may include a summary of past school and

    work experience

  - A letter from the applicant's primary automotive instructor stating why the

    instructor feels the scholarship applicant is worthy of receiving the award

  - A copy of the scholarship applicant's most recent academic record should be

    included. Overall academic achievements, as well as achievements specifically

    related to the automotive sector, should be included.

  - A brief outline of the scholarship applicant's demonstrated leadership and civic

    abilities. These abilities do not necessarily have to be automotive related, but

    should be evident in the applicant's interactions in their school or community

    environments.

  - An outline of financial considerations as they relate to the student's pursuit of

    their automotive studies. The scholarship applicant's degree of need should be

    clearly demonstrated. Other scholarship or awards won by the applicant should

    be noted, as well as the applicant's ability to continue his/her studies based on

    financial considerations

NOTES:

  - See web page for more specific information and selection process/criteria: http://www.aiacanada.com/document.cfm?itemid=3491&searchwords=scholarship

 

WINNIPEG YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

 

Due Date: Refer to link

Amount: $1500

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  - Applicants must have participated for three or more years in programs

    sanctioned by the Winnipeg Youth Soccer Association, and must be currently

    participating in some capacity in soccer, within the association

  - Must be enrolling in full-time studies at a post-secondary institution

  - Candidate must have a proficiency in soccer as indicated by their play, or have

    shown worthwhile contributions, as judged by the Scholarship Committee in

    refereeing, coaching, or administration of the game of soccer

  - Candidate must demonstrate good citizenship, character and leadership

Special Documents/Submissions/Requirements:

  - A letter from the Principal or Post Secondary Administrator certifying the

    candidate’s age, character, ability and participation in school activities

  - A final transcript of the student’s marks for grades 10, 11, 12 or a certified

    photocopy of the Permanent Record Card.  If neither is available a typed copy

    of the Permanent Record Card verified by the Principal’s or Post Secondary

    Administrator’s signature will be accepted.

  - A letter from the Coach, Manager, or League Executive indicating the

    candidate’s character, leadership, and participation, as well as information

    regarding the candidate’s soccer ability or contribution to refereeing, coaching,

    or administrative involvement

  - An essay written by the candidate with a maximum of 750 words.  For more

    information on the essay topic please see the link below

  - Two (2) scholarships are awarded each year.  One to a male candidate and one

    to a female candidate

NOTES:

  - See web page: http://www.winnipegyouthsoccer.com