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Scholarship Information

The aim of this site is to provide students with relevant information on career/education planning, post-secondary education - including entrance/admission requirements, application deadlines, and scholarships & grants. (See Links below.)

TRY - The Responsibility is Yours. While Bakerview staff are here to support and assist students with their growth and development, the ultimate responsibility lies with the students. That said, students are strongly encouraged to verify information by going directly to websites of each post-secondary institution and other sites listed on the Bakerview website. Students who require additional support and/or assistance can see Aleece or Seet in Learning Support Services.

All you need to know about Scholarships:

My BluePrint Scholarships

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Welcome 2022 Bakerview Grads! The bulletin board is a means of distributing pertinent information to grade 12 students. Please check this page on a regular basis.

Note: Most universities and colleges have Entrance Scholarships and Bursaries. Students should access the web sites for further information or seek information in the Career Center.
Award and scholarship values, name of Award, and deadlines may change throughout the year and it is the student’s responsibility to fully research this information.

Abbotsford Community Foundation Awards

Grade 12 students planning on pursuing post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for ACF awards. Students can apply for up to 10 awards. Please review the ACF Application Package Instructions Application opens and closes in February. See Aleece in the counselling centre with questions.

Please click on the link below to access the checklist for Abbotsford Community Foundation Awards.

Abbotsford Community Foundation Awards Checklist

District Scholarships (District Authority Awards - 100 hour projects)

Open October 4th 2021. DEADLINE is October 29th 2021. Complete a 100 hour project in a specialty area and you can qualify to win a $1250 award. Complete your online application and pay the $25 fee through school cash online by early November. See Aleece or Seet in Learning Support if you have questions.

Detailed information: DS student Info Package 2021-2022

The direct link: https://forms.gle/Soc9JsZ6AgBRsAtXA

AES Engineering

Website Link: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.html
Award Amount: $500
Approximate Deadline: October
Criteria: Students must submit an essay of between 500-1000 words, essay topic changes every year.

Apprenticeship Incentive Grant for Women

Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/apprenticeship-incentive-women-apply.html
Award: $3000 - $6000
Deadline:

If you progressed between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2020, your deadline to submit an application is: 18 months following your date of progression.
If you progressed on or after January 1, 2021, your deadline to submit an application is: 12 months following your date of progression.

Criteria:

Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
Not be a high school student
Self-identify as a woman
Have the required AIG-W supporting documents
Register with your provincial/territorial apprenticeship authority as an apprentice in a designated Red Seal trade having low female representation
Have progressed in your training in designated Red Seal trades on or after April 1, 2018, and
Provide proof that you have successfully completed either the 1st and/or 2nd year/level (or equivalent) of apprenticeship

Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG)

Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/apprenticeship-incentive-apply.html
Award: The Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG) is a taxable cash grant of $1,000 per year or level, for a lifetime maximum amount of $2,000 per person.
Deadline: If you progressed on or after January 1, 2021, your deadline to submit an application is: 12 months following your date of progression.
Criteria:

Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
Not be a high school student
Have the required AIG supporting documents;
Register with your provincial/territorial apprenticeship authority as an apprentice in a designated Red Seal trade
Provide proof that you have successfully completed either the 1st and/or 2nd year or level (or equivalent) in a designated Red Seal trade
If you progressed between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2020, your deadline to submit an application is: 18 months following your date of progression

Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG)

Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/apprenticeship-completion-apply.html
Award: The Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG) is a one-time taxable cash grant lifetime amount of $2,000 per person for registered apprentices who complete their apprenticeship training and obtain their journeyperson certification.
Deadline:

If you completed your program between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2020, your deadline to submit an application is: 18 months following your date of progression.
If you completed your program on or after January 1, 2021, your deadline to submit an application is: 12 months following your date of progression.

Criteria:

Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
Not be a high school student
Have the required ACG supporting documents
Show that you have completed an apprenticeship program as a registered apprentice in a designated Red Seal trade
Provide proof of your journeyperson certification in a designated Red Seal trade

Completed Application Form
Two References (excluding family members)
One Reference Letter
One Completed Farmer Nomination Form or Food Professional Nomination Form
University/College Acceptance Letter
Copy of High School Transcript
300-500 Word Application Essay

BC Arts Council Scholarship Program

Website: https://www.bcartscouncil.ca/program/scholarship-awards/
Award: up to $6,000
Deadline: Late April
Criteria:

Outstanding arts students studying at the post-secondary level
B.C. residents attending full-time studies in a fine-arts diploma or degree program at a recognized college, university, institution or academy in any country
Half-day high school dance programs may also be eligible

BC Dairy Association Scholarships

Website: https://www.bcschoolsports.ca/awards/scholarships/bc-dairy-association-scholarship
Award: Two $1000 scholarships
Deadline: Early May
Criteria:

Candidates for scholarships must complete a BC Dairy Association Scholarship Application Form online (see below). Print the completed form, sign the Candidate Declaration section and have an administrator (Principal or VicePrincipal) complete the Endorsement section.
A 400 to 500 word essay (minimum of three paragraphs) relating your experience in school sports to the concept of school spirit, a healthy lifestyle, and community involvement.
Letter from a school administrator (or his/her designate) certifying candidate’s school spirit, healthy lifestyle, and community involvement.
Letter from the school coach/athletic director certifying candidate’s school spirit, healthy lifestyle, community involvement, and athletic ability; and
Transcript of grades showing percentages for all grade ten, eleven and twelve courses completed, as well as interim percentages for all courses in progress

BC Excellence Scholarships

Website: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/scholarships/provincial-scholarships/bc-excellence-scholarships
Award: $5000
Deadline: Early February
Criteria:

"B" (73% or above) in their 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
Write and pass a Language Arts 12 provincial examination
Resume in the mandatory format
Two reference letters, one from your community and one from your school
A written statement, maximum 500 words (see the website for more details)

You must be nominated by your secondary school in order to apply for this scholarship. Only one student from each school may be nominated. To be nominated, students must submit their Resume, Two reference letters (one from your community and one from your school), A written statement, maximum 500 words (see the website for more details) to your counsellor.

BC Hockey Scholarship

Website: http://www.bchockey.net/awards/scholarships.aspx
Award: $500 to $2,000
Deadline: Late April
Criteria: An individual in his or her graduating year of high school, must be a current registered member or a former BC Hockey member playing in the Western Hockey League. Applicants are evaluated on academic achievement, sportsmanship, hockey participation and / or quality of contribution, as well as school and community participation and service.

BC Hydro Power Pioneers

Website: https://www.powerpioneers.com/making-a-difference/bc-hydro-power-pioneers-community-service-award/
Awards: 20 awards of $500 each
Deadline: March 31
Criteria:

Canadian citizens or permanent residents of BC
Graduating from high school in June of this year
Planning to attend an accredited Canadian university, college or technical school in the areas of science, technology, engineering, math or the trades for the fall
Completed application form (see website)
500 word essay of voluntary contributions you have made to your community
Reference letter(s) from the community organization(s) you have worked with
Reference letter from a teacher, counselor or principal at your school
Confirmation of a passing grade
Proof of age and citizenship or status
Proof of post-secondary institution application

BC Principals' and Vice-Principals' Association

Website: https://www.bcpvpa.org/about-bcpvpa/supporting-students/scholarships
Awards: $1000
Deadline:
Criteria:

A copy of the Ministry of Education’s official transcript of final grades (issued to you in August from the Ministry of Education) which has been stamped and signed by a school official.
Proof of paid registration at a post-secondary institution (a copy of tuition fee receipt or letter from the Office of the Registrar). Note: A letter of acceptance is not considered proof of registration.
A short essay, up to 250 words, indicating leadership roles held in your school and community and your post-secondary aspirations.
A letter of reference from your Principal or Vice-Principal who is a member of the BCPVPA (children of BCPVPA members must submit a letter from a Principal or Vice-Principal who is not a parent or guardian).
One additional letter of reference

BC School Sports Scholarship

Website: https://www.bcschoolsports.ca/awards/scholarships
Award: Two scholarships of $1,500 each
Deadline: May 3
Criteria:

Applicants must have competed in at least one (1) BCSS approved sport during grade 12.
A BC grade 12 student who is entering the first year of full-time studies in a Canadian University or College.
Applicants must have demonstrated exceptional athletic achievement in a BCSS approved sport,
Minimum grade average of 75%
Demonstrated outstanding service and leadership in school and/or community.

BC Soccer Scholarships

Website: https://www.bcsoccer.net/awards-scholarships

BCGEU Scholarships

Website: https://www.bcgeu.ca/2020_bcgeu_scholarships
Deadline: Early May
Criteria:

A BCGEU member; or related to a current, retired or deceased BCGEU member or staff
A current or prospective post-secondary or higher learning student enrolled, registered or planning to attend an eligible educational institution
In addition to personal information and details of your education plan, applicants will be asked to submit a 450 to 500-word essay on a topic (see website)

BCRPVPA Student Bursaries/Scholarships

Website: https://www.bcpvpa.org/about-bcpvpa/supporting-students/bcpvpa-student-scholarships
Awards: $1000
Criteria: Applicants who are pursuing education in trades, technical and career field, as well as those entering universities and colleges, are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be judged on their academic achievements and demonstrated leadership and service activities both within the school and the community. Financial need of applicants will also be taken into consideration. Students can apply for BCRPVPA Scholarships even if they also apply for a scholarship with the BCPVPA.

Beedie Luminaries Scholarship Program

Website: https://beedieluminaries.ca/
Award: Beedie Luminaries Foundation will support up to 105 scholarships for the following:

$10,000 CAD per year for a bachelor degree program OR
$7,500 CAD per year for a diploma or a trades program, tenable for up to two years of funding

Deadline: Mid-January
Criteria:

Canadian citizen or permanent resident for at least three years;
Full-time resident of British Columbia;
Be in their final year of high school, entering into full-time studies in a first bachelor degree, first diploma, or first trades program;
Be ineligible for the BC Tuition Waiver Program (for former youth in care);
Have a minimum cumulative average of 75% (or equivalent) for grade 11 and available grade 12 marks based on Universities Canada’s Calculation of Average Policy**;
Have faced financial adversity

Bert & Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship

Website: www.bcschoolsports.ca/awards/scholarships/badminton-scholarship
Award: Six $1000 scholarships
Deadline: May 3
Criteria:

Badminton player for a BC School Sports member school
Demonstrate leadership and volunteerism within your school or community
Plan to attend an accredited Canadian post-secondary school
A Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA)

Website: https://bbpa.org/bbpa-scholarships/

The British Columbia School Superintendents Association

Website: https://bcssa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020-12-7-BCSSA-2020-2021-scholarship-application-form.pdf
Award: $1000
Deadline: Early February
Criteria:

Demonstrated exemplary service and leadership (two examples of each)
A completed application form
A one page description of how your volunteer service has made a difference in the life or lives of others (450 word maximum)
Two letters of reference affirming how you have improved the quality of life for others through volunteer work and/or other activities
A copy of the official school transcript of your grades to date. Proof of application/entry to post-secondary institution

British Columbia Secondary School Music Program Award

Website: http://www.bcmusiced.ca/scholarship.html
Award: Five $500.00
Deadline: Mid-May
Criteria:

A personal letter in which the applicant self evaluates his/her personal musical and academic strengths as they apply to future studies and career plans (not necessarily in music). Include a list of all extra-curricular activities
A good quality MP3 or CD recording containing two (2) contrasting selections, with or without live or recorded accompaniment (max: 10 minutes).
Two (2) letters of recommendation with one written by the applicant’s current high school music teacher. The music teacher’s letter must include a statement that he/she has listened to the audition recording and is a current member of BCMEA.

The Canadian Association of Principals: The Student Leadership Award

Website: https://cdnprincipals.com/student-leadership-award-recipients/
Award: $250
Deadline:
Criteria:

Leadership in school activities
Leadership in the community
Academic achievement
Essay and Proof of recognition, awards, honours and scholarships

Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundaton

Website: https://www.cemf.ca/en/awards

Canadian Women in Municipal Government Scholarship

Website: https://fcm.ca/en/about-fcm/awards/canadian-women-in-municipal-government-scholarship
Award: $1,000
Application Deadline: Opens Late October
Criteria:

Female Canadian citizens currently enrolled in any year of study at a Canadian secondary school
In a 3 min video, tell us how you contribute to school activities related to student council or leadership
Provide a written document with answers to three questions. Each answer should be 300 words or less

Capilano Community Leadership Awards (CCLA)

Website: https://www.capilanou.ca/admissions/fees--finances/financial-aid--awards/scholarships-bursaries--awards/future-students/
Award: $2,500
Deadline: March 1
Criteria:

High school students who are entering the university with a strong academic standing
Leadership and volunteerism in the community

Capilano Excellence Scholarships (CAPX)

Website: https://www.capilanou.ca/admissions/fees--finances/financial-aid--awards/scholarships-bursaries--awards/future-students/
Award: up to $40,000
Deadline: March 1
Criteria: Highschool graduates who demonstrate excellence in academics and show leadership in their school and community.
Supporting Documents:

CAPX Essay
CAPX Reference Letters
Leadership Skills and Community and Campus Engagement Worksheet

Car Career BC Education Grant

Website: https://newcardealersfoundation.ca/education-and-careers/carcareerbc-education-grant/
Award: From $500 to $2,500.
Deadline: Mid-April
Criteria: BC student wishing to pursue post-secondary education or training leading to a career in the automotive industry

Coast Capital Savings Standing Tall Award

Website: https://www.coastcapitalsavings.com/media/3789/2021-education-awards-application-form.pdf
Award: Standing Tall Award - $3500
Deadline: Please bring your completed application to the counselling office in early April.
Criteria: Awarded to youth who have faced adversity and have not only risen up against the odds, but are demonstrating a commitment to continue their education. This award is open to students who have faced challenges like poverty, health, family issues, personal loss and lack of support.
In addition:

You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident;
You must have been a resident in BC for at least six months;
You must be a grade 12 student from one of 23 school districts in: Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, mid-Vancouver Island, southern Vancouver Island and Central Okanagan;
You must have plans to attend an accredited Canadian university, college or technical school in the upcoming school year;
You have not previously received a Youth Get It™ Education Award

Credit Union Foundation Scholarships

Website: https://cufoundation.org/student-application/

Award:
Deadline: October 15, 2021
Criteria:

All applicants must have a demonstrated financial need.
Proof of enrolment, tuition payment and transcripts are required.
Applicants must be BC residents who are Canadian Citizens, a permanent resident of Canada or designated as a protected person.
Applicants must be in attendance at a public Canadian post-secondary school when the application is submitted.
Applicants attending accredited private schools will only be considered if the program is not offered at a public school. Applicants must provide a statement as to why they are not attending a public school and provide a receipt for tuition.
Programs of study may be academic, vocational, technical, or technological.
Graduate and post graduate students are not eligible.
Credit Union members are eligible for up to 2 awards per year.

Only online applications will be accepted.

Dalton Camp Award

Website: https://www.friends.ca/DCA
Award: up to $10,000
Deadline: December 1
Criteria: Creative Essay on the link between Democracy and the media in Canada.

Daneen Skilling Scholarship for Studies in Occupational Health and Safety

Website: https://safetyalliancebc.ca/daneen-skilling-scholarship/
Award: $2500
Deadline: March 15
Criteria:

Student enrolling in an accredited Occupational Health and Safety program at college or university in BC
Essay of 750 to 1,200 words explaining why workplace health and safety is important to you, and why you are pursuing this course of study

David Lam/BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship

Website: https://www.bcteal.org/award_scholarship/david-c-lam-ell-scholarship/
Award: up to $3,000
Deadline: January 31
Criteria:

Must be a BC Grade 12 student who wishes to attend a BC post-secondary institution.
Documented English language coursework at the secondary level (Grades 9 to 12)
Documented school or community service
A short description of the applicant’s life before coming to Canada
A personal essay (original copy signed by the applicant) Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words. Topic: How a post-secondary education will enable the applicant to make a positive contribution to Canadian society
Two letters of reference
Documented proof of permanent residency or Canadian citizenship

DB Perks & Lifesaving Society Scholarships

Website: https://lifesaving.bc.ca/db-perks-lifesaving-society-scholarships
Award: $1000 (three awarded each year.)
Deadline: January 31
Criteria:

Must hold a current Lifesaving Society award and be actively employed by a BC & Yukon Branch Affiliate as a lifeguard or Lifesaving Society Instructor, part-time or full time
Must plan to pursue a post-secondary education in fall following graduation
Application form with resume
Two reference letters

Save on Foods Diversity Scholarship

Website: https://www.saveonfoods.com
Award: Ten $1000 scholarships
Deadline: May 1
Criteria:

A grade 12 student pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited institution in BC in the fall
Applicants who have promoted diversity awareness and acceptance in their in their community

EFMABC Bursaries

Website: https://www.efmabc.com/education/bursaries
Award: five $1,000.00 bursaries
Deadline: April 30
Criteria: Secondary students completing their grade 12 year who will enter a recognized post secondary educational institution. Bursaries will be awarded on the basis of academic achievement and/or special needs. Preference will be given to students entering the fields of engineering, architecture, or building technology. Should there not be suitable applications received in these fields, students in other courses of study will be considered, however, all applicants MUST be dependents of school district employees in the school facilities area (i.e. Maintenance or Custodial).

The Alexandra Foundation for Neighbourhood Houses

Website: https://alexandrafoundation.org/youth-grants/
Award amount: $1500
Approximate Deadline: June 30 at 5:00pm
Criteria: Please submit the following information in the following order via email to central@anhbc.org as a single PDF file:

A completed Contact Information Form (attached).
A letter from the candidate outlining personal goals, career goals, and an explanation of why the candidate believes he or she should be selected for the award.
Documentation regarding academic standing and other accomplishments, i.e. transcript(s).
Three letters of reference from members of the community or from schools.

Fraser Valley Indo-Canadian Business Association Scholarship

Website: https://fvicba.com/

Award: $1000
Deadline: April 30, 2021
Criteria: Grade 12 student with a high academic standing and financial need who has demonstrated community involvement through volunteer work with local organizations.
Applicant must provide:

Completed application form: FVICBA Scholarship Application Form.pdf
Letter of reference from an adult ( non-relative)
A current transcript
Return completed package to your Counsellor

French for the Future National Essay Contest

Website Link: https://www.french-future.org/programs/essay-contest/
Award Amount: $1,000 - $12,000
Approximate Deadline: October -December
Criteria: Open to all legal residents of Canada who at the time of entry are enrolled in a Canadian high school in Grade 10, 11 or 12.

Girl Guides of Canada

Website: https://www.girlguides.ca/web/GGC/Volunteers/Membership_Opportunities/Scholarships/GGC/Volunteers/Membership_Opportunities/Scholarships/Scholarships.aspx

Awards: 19 different awards

Criteria: General Requirements for all Applicants:

Applicants must be currently registered GGC members. (For this year only, if members did not register only for the 2020-2021 Guiding year due to the pandemic, they can still apply for a GGC scholarship. Please provide your last iMIS # and let us know about your tenure in the application so this can be considered.)
Scholarships are conditional on acceptance or continuation in a full-time or part-time program at a recognized post-secondary institution. Recognized post-secondary institutions include universities, colleges and vocational schools where high school completion is the normal entrance requirement (unless entering as an adult student).

Scholarship recipients are expected to make reasonable efforts to continue their involvement in Guiding. Applicants must remain a member of Girl Guides of Canada for the upcoming 2021-22 Guiding year.

Hartvikson Memorial Scholarship in memory of Lourdes Llamzon

Website: http://westvanfoundation.ca/scholarships
Award: $1000 per year for up to 4 years
Deadline: April 14, 2021
Criteria:

Must be enrolling in a Canadian post-secondary sustainable agriculture and food systems program. Must submit a 500 word essay describing yourself and how you identify with the following personal attributes so important to Lourdes Llamzon:
Dedication to family and community
Athletic commitment and high academic achievement
Evidence of community service and school spirit

Priority will be given to applicants requiring financial assistance.

The Heer Law Entrepreneurship Scholarship

Website: https://www.heerlaw.com/scholarship
Award: $2000
Approximate Deadline: Late December
Criteria:

Must be attending university or set to attend directly after high school
Must attach a business plan for their current or prospective business including an outline of intellectual property strategy

Horatio Alger - Canadian Scholarships

Website Link: https://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/about-our-scholarships-programs/provincial-programs/
Award Amount: $5000
Approximate Deadline: Late October
*Applicants for both the Entrepreneurial and Canadian Scholarships are required to fill out only ONE application. The Association will use one application to consider you for all programs for which you are eligible.
Criteria:

Demonstrate financial need
Involved in co-curricular and community service
Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

Horatio Alger - National Entrepreneurial Scholarships

Website Link: https://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/about-our-scholarships-programs/national-scholarships/
Award Amount: $10, 000
Approximate Deadline: Late October
Criteria:

Plan to enter university in the fall immediately after graduating
Display integrity and perserverance in overcoming adversity.
Minimum 65% average, prove financial need, be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
Includes an all expenses paid trip to Washington, DC

House of Commons- PAGE program

Website: https://www.ourcommons.ca/About/PageProgram/Index-e.html
Award: Pages are paid $16,587 in 26 equal payments over a 12-month period. In addition, a sum of $1,200 is paid at the end of the employment period.
Application Deadline: Early November
Criteria:

Overall academic average of at least 80% in grade 12,
Fluent in both official languages (evaluated by the House of Commons).
Essay (500 words maximum) Topic: How you can contribute to the Page Program and how you will benefit from participating in the Program

INDspire Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships, and Awards

Website Link: https://indspire.ca/programs/students/bursaries-scholarships/
Award Amount: $1,000 to $30,000
Approximate Deadline: Early November and early February (multiple awards available through the website)
Criteria:

Canadian Indigenous person
Enrolled in an accredited institution for a university program, a trade or trade-related training, apprenticeship or a technology program

International British Columbia (BC) High School Entrance Scholarship (UFV)

Website: http://international.ufv.ca/study-in-canada/entrance-scholarships/
Amount: $5,000
Deadline:
Criteria: This scholarship is available to top international high school applicants studying in BC or at a BC off-shore high school who have applied to UFV in their graduating year with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on all grade 12 courses (minimum three grade 12 academic courses required).

International Excellence Entrance Scholarship (UFV)

Website: http://international.ufv.ca/study-in-canada/entrance-scholarships/
Award: Up to $20,000
Deadline:
Criteria: This scholarship is available to top international applicants who apply to study at UFV in their graduating year or have recently graduated with a minimum overall GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.75. Preference will be given to applicants who have applied to a degree program. Eligible recipients will be awarded $5,000 per year over four years. To maintain receipt of the yearly scholarship, students must have a CGPA of 3.0 for the previous year's studies.

Please note the following:

Scholarship selections are made on a first-come, first-serve basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply to their chosen program at UFV as soon as possible and provide a complete application. A complete application includes: application fee paid, proof of English language proficiency, official high school and/or post-secondary transcripts.
No separate scholarship application is required. Eligible recipients will be automatically contacted.
Scholarships will be issued as a tuition credit in the first semester of studies at UFV. The scholarship awarded ($5,000) will be posted to the recipients' account upon successful admission to UFV.
Short-term visiting and exchange students are not eligible for the entrance scholarships.

International Regional Entrance Scholarship

Website: hhttp://international.ufv.ca/study-in-canada/entrance-scholarships/
Amount: $5,000
Deadline:
Criteria: This scholarship is available to top international applicants who have applied to UFV in their graduating year or have recently graduated with a minimum overall GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.0.

Regions for the academic year 2020:

Africa
ASEAN
East Asia
Latin America
South Asia

Open--Scholarhips are available to applicants from countries outside of the regions already identified.

Kin Canada Bursary

Website: https://www.kincanada.ca/apply
Award: $1000
Deadline: February 1
Criteria:

Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Plan to register as a full-time student in the 2020-2021 school year at a recognized post-secondary institution
Demonstrate high ideals, community involvement and knowledge of kin
Submit this application to one only of a local Kinsmen, Kinette, or Kin Club nearest your permanent residence. (Mailing addresses of Clubs can be found at www.kincanada.ca) Demonstrate high ideals, community involvement and knowledge of kin
Not have previously received a bursary from the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Entrance Scholarships

Website: http://www.kpu.ca/awards/entrance-scholarship
Awards:

The President’s Scholarship - $20,000
The Merit Scholarship - $5,000
The Indigenous Scholarship - $5,000

Deadline: Early April. *Interim transcripts due late February (for pre-screening purposes)
Criteria:

Enrolling at KPU in a four year program
80% average in English 12 and 3 other academic Grade 12 courses, or the equivalent of a 3.67 transfer GPA on a minimum of 24 transferable university credits
Demonstrated leadership, community involvement and volunteerism.

Live Life. Pass It On Scholarship

Website: http://www.transplant.bc.ca/our-services/awareness-programs/school-programs/%EF%BC%82live-life-pass-it-on%EF%BC%82-scholarship
Award: $1000 (2 Awards)
Deadline: Early May
Criteria:

A 500-word essay or short video that showcases your organ donation awareness project, how you planned it, and its impact.
A personal connection to an organ donor or transplant recipient if applicable, share that story with us
Get creative – we love to see photos, videos, drawings, recordings, poems and whatever else helps support your submission
A reference letter from a teacher/community leader
No relation to anyone employed at BC Transplant

Looking Glass Scholarship Program

Website: https://www.lookingglassbc.com/scholarship/apply
Award Amount: $10,000 split among recipients
Approximate Deadline: June 15, 2021
Criteria:

Awards this scholarship in recognition of someone's passion, tenacity, and enthusiasm for their chosen academic path and the career they plan to follow
Recipients must demonstrate a strong need for financial assistance in order to achieve their academic goals

Loran Awards

Website link: http://www.loranscholar.ca/
Award Amount: up to $100,000
Approximate Deadline: Early October
Criteria: Minimum 85% average. Character, leadership, and community commitment.

IMPORTANT: Loran Scholar School-Sponsored Applications are due in early October. To be considered as a school-sponsored applicant, students should contact their counsellor. Please be aware that you need your transcript, resume and reference letter in order to complete your application.

Mensa Canada Scholarship Program

Website: http://www.mensacanada.org/scholarship-program
Award: $2,000 to $3,000.
Deadline: January 31
Criteria: A 250-word essay describing their career goals and their efforts on the path to achieve those goals.

MCO Scholarship

Website: https://missioncreekortho.com/orthodontists.php
Award: $500
Deadline: Mid-May
Criteria:

Grade 12 BC student entering the first year of full-time studies in a Canadian University or College
Write an essay of less than 650 words

Morehead-Cain Foundation

Website: http://www.moreheadcain.org/about-morehead-cain/?utm_source=carousel&utm_medium=homepage&utm_campaign=homepage

National Union of Public and General Employees

Website: https://scholarships.nupge.ca/

Award: eight different scholarships
Deadline: mid August
Criteria:

To apply you must be a child or grandchild (including foster child or foster grandchild) or a legal ward of a current or retired member of a Component or a Component's affiliate of the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE). Note that, the Young Worker Scholarship is also open to members of NUPGE's Components and their affiliates.
You must also fill in an online application form and include an original 750-to-1000-word essay. Each scholarship has a unique essay topic that changes every year. Emailed, mailed, or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Each scholarship may also have additional eligibility requirements.

Otter Farm & Home Co-operative Scholarship

Website: https://www.otterco-op.crs/sites/otter/local/detail/student-scholarship-program
Award: eight $1,000.00 scholarships
Deadline: April 30
Criteria: The applicant’s immediate family (parent/grandparent/guardians) must have been active members of Otter Co-op for more than one year and have purchased in excess of $2,000 during the previous year. The successful applicant will receive the scholarship funds on presentation of a letter of acceptance from the admissions office of the institution he or she will be attending.

Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship

Website: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/scholarships/provincial-scholarships/pathway-to-teacher-education-scholarship
Award: $5000 when students are registered and attending an approved K-12 teacher education program in BC.
Deadline: early February
Criteria: 

"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
Write and pass a Language Arts 12 provincial examination
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

*Note: You cannot win both a Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship and a BC Excellence Scholarship.

PEO STAR Scholarship

Website: http://www.peointernational.org/about-peo-star-scholarship-star

Award: $2,500
Deadline:
Criteria: Senior highschool women

Prospera Educational Awards Program

Website: http://www.prospera.ca/Community/CommPrograms/SupportEd/
Award: 35 awards of $1,000 each
Deadline: March 31
Criteria:

Entering or returning student to an accredited university or college program in one of the following areas: Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Agassiz, Mission, Langley, Surrey, Vancouver, Kelowna, Penticton or Vernon, BC
Display a financial need
Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher (for those currently attending post-secondary)

RBC Royal Bank Scholarships

Website: https://www.rbc.com

RE/MAX Quest for Excellence Bursary Program

Website: http://www.remax-western.ca/blog/2020-quest-for-excellence-bursary-program-now-open/
Award: $1,000
Deadline: March 15
Criteria:

Grade 12 student from British Columbia
Essay conveying the contributions made to enrich the lives of others in your community through leadership, motivation, volunteering and participation in charitable events or fundraising

The Ron Jamieson BMO Financial Group Indigenous Awards

Website: https://www.bmo.com/aboriginal/en/scholar.html

Schulich Leader Scholarships

Website: https://www.schulichleaders.com/#slide-application
Award: up to $100,000
Deadline: Early February
Nomination Deadline: Late January (check with your counsellor)
*To be nominated, students must submit a Letter of Intent, transcript and a copy of their resume.
Criteria:

Be entrepreneurial-minded and plan to enroll in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math program at 20 partner universities across Canada;
Meet at least two of the following criteria: Academic excellence, leadership , Financial need;
Not planning a career as a medical practitioner

Scotiabank myBlueprint Scholarship

Website: https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/personal/bank-accounts/students/scholarship-contest.html

Scouts Canada Foundation

Website: https://www.scouts.ca/programs/scholarships.html

SFU Entrance Scholarships

Website: https://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid/entrance/highschool.html
Award: $10,000 up to an amount sufficient to cover tuition and mandatory supplementary fees.
Application Deadline: Early December
Criteria: Grades in the 90% range or a minimum 31 International Baccalaureate points.

Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists

Website: https://speatbc.org/scholarship/
Award: $1000
Deadline: January 5
Criteria: Grade 12 student or recent graduate (within 2 years) planning on pursuing post-secondary studies an engineering or technology related field of study at a recognized university, college, or technical school in BC.

Softball BC

Website: https://www.softball.bc.ca/content/scholarships-and-grants

Softball Canada - Ed Bitz Scholarship

Website: https://softball.ca/programs/umpires/awards/edbitz

STEAM Horizon Award

Website: https://steamhorizonawards.ca/#application
Award: $25,000 prize towards your post-secondary education
Deadline: Early January
Requirement: Create a short video (max. 2 minutes) highlighting your achievements and demonstrating your oral communication skills.
Criteria:

Have been recognized for accomplishments in a formal capacity (e.g. selected as a winner or participant of a science fair, patent application, conference presentation) or less formal capacity (e.g. founding a coding club, developing a course for kids, creating an interactive art installation
Have obtained, over the previous year of study, an academic average of 85% or higher
Be preparing to enroll in the fall following graduation or currently enrolled in the first year of post-secondary education (university or college) in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art and design, and mathematics (STEAM)

TCF Refugee Award

Website: https://www.bcteal.org/award_scholarship/tcf-refugee-award/
Award: up to $3,000
Deadline: January 31
Criteria:

Entered Canada as a refugee
Must be a BC Grade 12 student who wishes to attend a BC post-secondary institution
Documented English language coursework at the secondary level (Grades 9 to 12)
Documented school or community service
A short description of the applicant’s life before coming to Canada (Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words)
A personal essay (original copy signed by the applicant): Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words. Topic: How a post-secondary education will enable the applicant to make a positive contribution to Canadian society
Two reference letters

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership

Website Link: https://www.td.com/ca/en/personal-banking/solutions/student-banking/community-leadership-scholarship-for-canadians/
Award Amount:

Up to $70,000
Up to $10,000 for tuition per year (for up to a maximum of four years)
$7,500 for living expenses per year (for up to a maximum of four years)

Application Deadline: Early November
Criteria:

Demonstrated community leadership,
Grade 12 student,
Minimum overall grade average of 75% in grade 11

Terry Fox Humanitarian Awards

Website: https://terryfoxawards.ca/
Award: $28,000
Deadline: February 1
Criteria:

Grade 12 student in good academic standing
Canadian citizens or landed immigrant
Involved in voluntary humanitarian activities (for which they have not been compensated)
Planning to or already studying towards the first university degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution
Applicants must provide three (3) referees and upload online an (un)official transcript detailing the applicant’s last two years of schooling

The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship

Website: http://canucks.ice.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=8855https://www.nhl.com/canucks/community/lindenscholarship
Deadline: March 15
Criteria:

School and community service, leadership
Initiating community development
Affecting positive change
Mentoring others
Personal development and growth
Good academic performance

TRIUMF High School Fellowship

Website: https://www.triumf.ca/home/for-students/high-school-programs/high-school-fellowship

UBC Bursary Program

Website: https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/finances/awards-scholarships-bursaries

UBC Centennial Entrance Scholarships

Website: https://you.ubc.ca/financial-planning/scholarships-awards-canadian-students/entrance-award/
Award: up to $80,000 payable over four years.
Application Deadline: December 1.
Criteria:

A strong academic student who demonstrates a financial need
Applicant must provide an essay describing personal, family and financial situation making it necessary to apply for this award
Application form
A parent/guardian form and a reference form is required

UNBC Entrance Scholarships- Excellence in Leadership

Website: https://ssb.unbc.ca/ssb/bwyfagui.p_select_type
Award: $6,000, renewable at $5,500 for up to three additional consecutive years.
Application Deadline: October to January (multiple awards)
Criteria: Excellence through leadership in civic, athletic, philanthropic, and environmental fields.

Union Plus Scholarship Program

Website: https://www.unionplus.org/benefits/money/union-plus-scholarships
Award: From $500 to $4,000
Deadline: Late January
Criteria:

At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent)
Applicants are evaluated according to academic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor
A GPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended
The required essays can account for up to half of the total score

Westminster Savings Youth in Action Award

Website: https://www.wscu.com/Personal/InOurCommunity/Scholarships/

Scholarship Databases

Scholarships Canada Database

SmartScholar Scholarship Database

Scholarship Guidance Database

BC Scholarships Database

School Finder - Scholarship & Aide Database

Student Awards Database

Student Scholarships

Career/Education Planning

If this sounds like a conversation you've had with an adult in your life, and you are wanting to figure it out, then here are some links to resources/tools that may be helpful.

Career Cruising - a self-exploration and planning program that helps people of all ages achieve their potential in school, career and life.

Education Planner - a resource that allows you to compare post-secondary programs in BC.

CanLearn - an interactive tool/resource designed to help individuals save, plan and pay for post-secondary education.