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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 WJM counsellors 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 WJM website. Students who require additional support and/or assitance can see Mr. Smith, Mrs. Dosanjh and/or Mrs. Nyberg in the counselling centre (room 120) or Ms. Solgaard in the Career Centre (room 117).
Bulletin Board
Welcome 2020 WJ Mouat Grads! The bulletin board is a means of distributing pertinent information to grade 12 students. Please check this page on a regular basis.
Abbotsford Community Foundation Awards:
Grade 12 students planning on pursuing post-secondary education are encouraged to attend the information meeting on Feb. 4 at lunch in the theatre to learn about the application process. Students can apply for up to 10 awards. The online application opens on Feb. 3 and the deadline to apply is Feb. 24. See Mrs. Nyberg 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 ChecklistAbbotsford Community Foundation Awards Checklist
District Scholarships (District Authority Awards - 100 hour projects)
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 October 31. See Mrs. Nyberg in the counselling centre with questions.
The Application link: https://forms.gle/7xRpsV5TMG6xD7m86 - sign in using your learn34 account
The district link: https://www.abbyschools.ca/resources/students/scholarships-bursaries
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In May 2020
Check out these scholarships you can apply for today:
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.
1) Diversity Scholarship
Website: https://www.owfg.com/diversity
Award: Ten $1000 scholarships
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
Applicants who have promoted diversity awareness and acceptance in their in their community and are going to be pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited institution within the province of BC in the fall
Deadline: May 1, 2020
2) BC School Sports Scholarship
Website: http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/awards/scholarships
Three Scholarships: Criteria:To be considered for each Award, see the criteria below:
Bert and Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship
Application form Letter from principal with endorsement Letter from coach/athletic director
Transcript for grades 11 and 12
Award: 6x $1000 scholarships will be awarded to the most worthy candidates *a minimum of two males and two females
BC Dairy Scholarship Application form
Letter from principal with endorsement Letter from coach/athletic director
Transcript for grades 11 and 12
400-500 word essay
Award: 4x $1000 scholarships will be awarded
BCSS Zone and Dave Gifford Scholarship Application form
400-500 word essay Letter from principal with endorsement Letter from coach/athletic director
Transcript for grades 11 and 12
Award: Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarships • 2 x $1500 scholarships will be awarded, one male and one female.
Zone Scholarships • 2x $750 scholarships will be awarded for each BCSS athletic zone, one male and one female.
Deadline: May 4, 2020
3) Live Life. Pass It On" Scholarship for 2020
Award: $1000 (2 Awards)
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
- Submit a 500-word essay or short video that showcases your organ donation awareness project, how you planned it, and its impact.- If you have a personal connection to organ donation or transplant, share that story with us. - Get creative – we love to see photos, videos, drawings, recordings, poems and whatever else helps support your submission. - Provide a reference letter from a teacher/community leader. - You must not be related to anyone employed at BC Transplant.
Deadline: May 4, 2020
4) 2019 BCGEU Scholarships - BCGEU
Website: https://www.bcgeu.ca/2019_bcgeu_scholarships
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
A BCGEU member; or related to a current, retired or deceased BCGEU member or staff[1], and
A current or prospective post-secondary or higher learning student enrolled, registered or planning to attend an eligible educational institution[2]in 2019.
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.
Deadline: May 5, 2020
5) BC DAIRY ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Award: Two $1000 scholarships
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
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
Deadline: May 6, 2020
6) BERT & GRETA QUARTERMAINE Badminton Scholarship
Website: https://www.bcschoolsports.ca/sites/default/files/2018-2019%20Badminton%20applicaton%20Fillable.pdf
Award: Six $1000 scholarships
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
• Have played badminton for a BC School Sports member school • Demonstrate leadership and volunteerism within their school or community • Plan to attend an accredited Canadian post-secondary school • Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident.
Deadline: May 6, 2020
7) BC school sports Scholarship
Website: https://www.bcschoolsports.ca/sites/default/files/2018-2019%20Application%20Fillable.pdf
Award: Two scholarships for $1,500
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
Applicants must have competed in at least one (1) BCSS approved sport during grade 12. They must be enrolled in a BC School and must be graduating this year and will be entering their first year of full-time studies in a Canadian University or College. Applicants must have demonstrated exceptional athletic achievement in a BCSS approved sport, have a minimum grade percentage of 75% and have demonstrated outstanding service and leadership in school and/or community.
Deadline: May 6, 2020
8) MCO Scholarship
Website: https://missioncreekortho.com/orthodontists.php
Award: $500
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
They must be enrolled in a BC School and must be graduating this year and will be entering their first year of full-time studies in a Canadian University or College.
- Write an essay of less than 650 words.
Deadline: May 15, 2020
9) B.Davis Scholarship
Website: http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm
Award: $1000
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay of less than 1000 words on the topic below:
Your submissions must be sent to us by email at awards@studentawardsearch.com
Describe the three characteristics of leadership you value most. Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you feel that they are developed in an individual.
Deadline: May 24, 2020
10) ST. Ann's CWL Bursary
Website: See your counsellor for the application form or scroll to the bottom of this page.
Award: Two $1000 bursaries
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
They must be enrolled in a BC School and must be graduating this year and will be entering their first year of full-time studies in a Canadian University or College.
- Must attend St. Ann's church.
Deadline: May 22, 2020
11) Bayer Fund Opportunity Scholarship
Award: $1,500
Criteria:To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
1. Completed Application Form 2. Two References (excluding family members) • One Reference Letter • One Completed Farmer Nomination Form or Food Professional Nomination Form 3. University/College Acceptance Letter* 4. Working Copy of High School Transcript 5. 300-500 Word Application Essay
Deadline: May 31, 2020
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In April 2020
Check out these scholarships you can apply for today:
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.
1) Youth Education Awards
Website: https://www.coastcapitalsavings.com/media/1796/2019-education-awards_application-form.pdf
Award: Standing Tall Award - $3500 (3 Awards for SD34)
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
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: 1. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident; 2. You must have been a resident in BC for at least six months; 3. You must graduate from high school during the 2019/20 school year, from one of 23 school districts in: Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, mid-Vancouver Island, southern Vancouver Island and Central Okanagan; 4. You must have plans to attend an accredited Canadian university, college or technical school in the 2020/2021 school year; 5. You have not previously received a Youth Get It™ Education Award.
Deadline: April 10, 2020 (Please bring your completed application to the counselling office by Wednesday, April10 ,2020).
2)CAR CAREER BC EDUCATION GRANT
Website: https://newcardealersfoundation.ca/education-and-careers/carcareerbc-education-grant/
Award: From $500 to $2,500.
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
The Foundation awards CarCareerBC education grants to eligible students in BC who wish to pursue post-secondary education or training leading to a career in the automotive industry.
Deadline: April 12, 2020.
3) British Columbia Secondary School Music Program Award
Website: https://newcardealersfoundation.ca/education-and-careers/carcareerbc-education-grant/
Award: Five $500.00
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
- 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). Please 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 time: 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.
Deadline: April 15, 2020.
4) EFMABC Bursaries
Website: https://www.efmabc.com/education/bursaries
Award: five $1,000.00 bursaries
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
Secondary students completing their grade 12 year who will enter a recognized post secondary educational institution in the 2019/2020 term. 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).
Deadline: April 27, 2020
5)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
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
1. 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.
2. 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.
Deadline: April 30, 2020
6)BC Hockey scholarship
Website: http://www.bchockey.net/awards/scholarships.aspx
Award: $500 to $2,000
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
An individual in his or her graduating year of high school and 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.
Deadline: April 30, 2020
7) BC Arts Council Scholarship Program
Website: http://www.bcartscouncil.ca/guidelines/artists/youth/scholarship_awards.html
Award: up to $6,000
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
-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, are eligible to apply. Half-day high school dance programs may also be eligible
Deadline: April 30, 2020
8) AMC Insurance Scholarship
Website: https://amcinsurance.ca/
Award: $500
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
1. Grade 12 graduating student accepted/enrolled in a post-secondary institution leading to a Bachelor’s Degree
2. Grade point average of 86% (A-) or higher.
3. Community and school involvement, verified by a supervisor.
Deadline: April 30, 2020
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In March 2020
Check out these scholarships you can apply for today:
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.
1) The Canadian Association of Principals: The Student Leadership Award
Website: https://cdnprincipals.com/student-leadership-award-recipients/
Award: $250
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
- Leadership in school activities (1 to max. of 25 points)
- Leadership in the community (1 to max. of 25 points)
- Academic achievement (1 to max. of 20 points)
- Essay (1 to max. of 20 points)
- Recognition, awards, honours and scholarships (1 to max. of 10 points)Deadline: March 1, 2020
2) The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship
Website: http://canucks.ice.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=8855
Award: $2500
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must be:
School and community service, leadership
Initiating community development
Affecting positive change
Mentoring others
Personal development and growth
Good academic performanceDeadline: March 15, 2020
3) Jean Ciriani Scholarship for Communications
Award: $1500
Criteria: Students must have a high academic standing in communication subjects and express an interest in furthering their education in communications. Students must be graduating from a BC public school in the 2018-2019 school year. Students must submit a completed application in the required format on or before the application deadline.
Deadline: March 4, 2020
4) Prospera Educational Awards Program
Website: https://www.prospera.ca/SharedContent/documents/Prospera-EAP-Fillable-Application-2019.pdf
Award: 35 awards of $1,000
Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following: • Be an entering or a 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 school)
Deadline: March 1, 2020
5) BC Hydro Power Pioneers
Award- 20 awards of $500
Criteria: ○ Canadian citizens or permanent residents of BC, ○ Graduating from high school in June 2019, ○ Planning to attend an accredited Canadian university, college or technical school in the areas of science, technology, engineering, math or the trades for fall 2019. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE INCLUDED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS AWARD. 1. Completed application form (below), 2. 500 word essay of voluntary contributions you have made to your community, 3. Reference letter(s) from the community organization(s) you have worked with, 4. Reference letter from a teacher, counselor or principal at your school, 5. Confirmation of a passing grade, 6. Proof of age and citizenship or status. 7. Proof of post-secondary institution application.
Deadline: March 31, 2020
6) Kwantlen Polytechnic University Entrance Scholarships
Website: http://www.kpu.ca/awards/entrance-scholarship
Award: THE PRESIDENT'S SCHOLARSHIP - $20,000
THE MERIT SCHOLARSHIP - $5,000
THE INDIGENOUS ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP - $5,000
Criteria: a) enrolling at KPU in a four year program b) 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 c) demonstrated leadership, community involvement and volunteerism.
Deadline: March 28, 2020
7) RE/MAX Quest for Excellence Bursary Program
Website: http://www.remax-western.ca/blog/2019-quest-for-excellence-bursary-program-now-open/
Award: $1,000
Crieteria: High school students graduating in 2019 from British Columbia are encouraged to write an essay to convey the contributions they have made to enrich the lives of others and their communities through leadership, motivation, volunteering and participation in charitable events or fundraising.
Deadline: March 11, 2020
8) Daneen Skilling Scholarship for Studies in Occupational Health and Safety
Website: https://safetyalliancebc.ca/daneen-skilling-scholarship/
Award: $2500
Criteria: Applications will be accepted from students enrolling in an accredited Occupational Health and Safety program at college or university in BC
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.
Deadline: March 15, 2020.
9) Capilano Community Leadership Awards (CCLA)
Award: $2,500
Criteria: High school students who are entering the university with a strong academic standing, as well as leadership and volunteerism in the community.
Deadline: March 1, 2020
10) Capilano Excellence Scholarships (CAPX)
Award: up to $40,000
Criteria: High school graduates who demonstrate excellence in academics and show leadership in their school and community. Also, submit the following supporting documents: a. CAPX Essay b. CAPX Reference Letters c. Leadership Skills and Community and Campus Engagement Worksheet.
Deadline: March 1, 2020
11) Dalton Camp Award
Website: https://www.friends.ca/DCA
Award: up to $10,000
Criteria: Creative Essay on the link between Democracy and the media in Canada.
Deadline: March 20, 2020
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In February 2020
Check out these scholarships you can apply for today:
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.
1) BC Excellence Scholarships
Award: $5000
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 examinationYour application 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 (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 by 3 PM on February 14, 2020.
Deadline: February 28, 2020.
2) Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship
Award: $5000 when students are registered and attending an approved K-12 teacher education program in BC.
Criteria:
- 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
- Write and pass a Language Arts 12 provincial examination
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
Deadline: February 28, 2020
Note: You cannot win both a Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship and a BC Excellence Scholarship.
3) Terry Fox Humanitarian Awards
Website:https://terryfoxawards.ca/applicant-information/
Award: $28,000
Criteria: To be considered for the Award, applicants must meet be:
- In good academic standing.
- Canadian citizens or landed immigrants.
- Students graduating from secondary (high) school
- Involved in voluntary humanitarian activities (for which they have not been compensated).
- Planning to or are already studying towards their 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.
- Deadline: February 1, 2020
4) Kin Canada Bursary
Website:https://www.kincanada.ca/apply
Award: $1000
Criteria: To be eligible you must:
1. Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. 2. Plan to register as a full-time student in the 2020-2021 school year at a recognized post-secondary institution. 3. 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 ) 4. Demonstrate high ideals, community involvement and knowledge of kin, and 5. Not have previously received a bursary from the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund.
Deadline: February 1, 2020
5) The British Columbia School Superintendents Association
Website:https://bcssa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/BCSSA_Scholarship2019_FlyerForm_2pager_2.pdf
Award: $1000
Criteria: To be eligible you must:
1. A completed application form 2. One page description of how your volunteer service has made a difference in the life or lives of others (450 word maximum) 3. Two letters of reference affirming how you have improved the quality of life for others through volunteer work and/or other activities 4. Demonstrated exemplary service and leadership by providing examples (two examples of service and two of leadership briefly described on a separate sheet) 5. Copy of the official school transcript of your grades to date 6. Proof of application/entry to post-secondary institution
Deadline: February 8, 2020
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In January 2020
Check out these scholarships you can apply for today:
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.
1) Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists
Website:https://speatbc.org/scholarship/
Award: $1000
Criteria: a high school student (grade 12) or recent graduate (within 2 years) planning on pursuing post-secondary studies upon graduation in an engineering or technology related field of study at a recognized university, college, or technical school in BC.
Deadline: Jan 5, 2020
2) STEAM Horizon Award
Website: https://steamhorizonawards.ca/#application
Award: $25,000 prize towards your post-secondary education
Criteria: Create a short video (max. 2 minutes) highlighting your achievements and demonstrating your oral communication skills.
- 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 of 2019 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).
Deadline: Jan 16, 2020
3) Beedie Luminaries Scholarship Program
Website: https://beedieluminaries.ca/program/
Award: In its 2020 program year, the Beedie Luminaries Foundation will support 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
Criteria: An eligible 2019/20 applicant must:
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident for at least three years;
- Be a 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 at one of the eligible public post-secondary institutions listed below*;
- 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**; and
- Have faced financial adversity
Deadline: Jan 20, 2020
4) Schulich Leader Scholarships
Website: https://www.schulichleaders.com/#slide-application
To be nominated, students must submit a Letter of Intent, transcript and a copy of their resume to Mrs. Dosanjh by 3 PM on January 21, 2020.
Nomination Deadline: Jan 29, 2020
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
Scholarship value: upto $100,000 .
Application Deadline: Feb 20, 2020
5) DB Perks & Lifesaving Society Scholarships
Website:https://lifesaving.bc.ca/db-perks-lifesaving-society-scholarships
Award: Three Scholarships of $1000.00 each will be awarded each year.
Criteria: Nominees must be holders of current Lifesaving Society awards and be actively employed by a BC & Yukon Branch Affiliate as a lifeguard or Lifesaving Society Instructor, part-time or full time. Nominees must also be pursuing post-secondary education in the subsequent school term at a university, college or vocational schoo
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020
6) Mensa Canada Scholarship Program
Website:http://www.mensacanada.org/scholarship-program
Award: $2,000 to $3,000.
Criteria: To enter, applicants submit a 250-word essay describing their career goals and their efforts on the path to achieve those goals.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020
7) Union Plus Scholarship Program
Website:https://www.unionplus.org/benefits/money/union-plus-scholarships
Award: From $500 to $4,000
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 your total score.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020
8) David Lam/BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship
Website:https://www.bcteal.org/award_scholarship/david-c-lam-ell-scholarship/
Award: valued at up to $3,000
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): a. Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words.
b. Topic: How a post-secondary education will enable the applicant to make a positive contribution to Canadian society.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020
9) TCF Refugee Award
Website: https://www.bcteal.org/award_scholarship/tcf-refugee-award/
Award: valued at up to $3,000
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.
- A personal essay (original copy signed by the applicant): a. Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words.
b. Topic: How a post-secondary education will enable the applicant to make a positive contribution to Canadian society.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020
10) Canadian Women in Municipal Government Scholarship
Website: https://fcm.ca/en/about-fcm/awards/canadian-women-in-municipal-government-scholarship
Award: $1,000
Criteria: The scholarship is open to 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
Application Deadline: Jan 10, 2020
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In December 2019
Check out these scholarships you can apply for today:
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.
1) UBC Centennial Entrance Scholarships
Website: https://you.ubc.ca/financial-planning/scholarships-awards-canadian-students/entrance-award/
Application Deadline: December 01, 2019
Criteria: A strong academic student who demonstartes a financial need.
Scholarship value: upto $40,000 payable over four years.
2) SFU Entrance Scholarships
Website: https://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid/entrance/highschool.html
Application Deadline: December15, 2019
Criteria: grades in the 90% range or have a minimum 31 International Baccalaureate points
Scholarship value: $10,000 up to an amount sufficient to cover tuition and mandatory supplementary fees
3) UNBC Entrance Scholarships- Excellence in Leadership
Website: https://ssb.unbc.ca/ssb/bwyfagui.p_select_type
Application Deadline: December 15, 2019
Criteria: Excellence through leadership in civic, athletic, philanthropic, and environmental fields.
Scholarship value: $6,000, renewable at $5,500 for up to three additional consecutive years.
4) Burger King Scholarships
Website: https://bkmclamorefoundation.org/who-we-are/programs/burger-king-scholars-program/
Award: $1,000 to $50,000
Criteria: Have a strong academic record with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5,
Be passionate about serving the community, and
Be a high school senior, BURGER KING® employee, spouse/domestic partner or child of an employee.
Application Deadline: December 15, 2019
5) The Heer Law Entrepreneurship Scholarship
Website: https://www.heerlaw.com/scholarship
Award: $2000
Criteria: Must be attending university during 2019-2020 school year.
- Must attach a business plan for their current or prospective business.
Approximate Deadline: December 31, 2019
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In November 2019
Check out these scholarships you can apply for today:
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.
1) Name: Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships, and Awards
Approximate Deadline: November 1, 2019
Award Amount: $1,000 to $30,000
Website Link: https://indspire.ca/for-students/bursaries-scholarships/
Criteria: Canadian Indigenous person • Enrolled in an accredited institution such as - An accredited education program - Trades or trade-related training
2) Name: TD Scholarships for Community Leadership
Award Amount: 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)
Deadline: November 15, 2019
Website Link: https://www.td.com/ca/en/personal-banking/solutions/student-banking/community-leadership-scholarship-for-canadians/
Criteria:
- Have demonstrated community leadership. - Are in the final year of high school.
- Have a minimum overall grade average of 75% in their most recently completed school year.
3) House of Commons- PAGE program
Website: http://www.ourcommons.ca/About/PageProgram/About-Prgm-e.html
Criteria: - be graduating from high school
- have obtained an overall academic average of at least 80% the previous year
-be able to orally communicate fluently in both official languages, as evaluated by the House of Commons.
- an essay about how you can contribute to the Page Program and how you will benefit from participating in the Program (500 words maximum, double-spaced);
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: November 11, 2019
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In October 2019Check out these scholarships you can apply for today:
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.
1) Name: French for the Future National Essay Contest
Approximate Deadline: Oct 02-Dec 20,2019
Award Amount: $1,000 - $12,000
Website Link: https://www.french-future.org/programs/essay-contest/
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.
2) Name: AES Engineering
Approximate Deadline:Oct 06,2019
Award Amount: $500
Website Link: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.html
Criteria: Students must submit an essay of between 500-1000 words, essay topic changes every year.
3) Name: Grade 12 Essay Contest
Approximate deadline: Oct 15, 2019
Award Amount: $500-$5000
Webiste Link: https://cewc.ca/contests/grade-12-essay-contest/
Criteria: To enter and be eligible to win, you must be a legal resident of Canada and enrolled as a full-time Grade 12 student in a Canadian high school for the entire Competition Period.
4) Name: Loran Awards
Approximate Deadline: Oct 8,2019
Award Amount: up to $100,000
Website link: http://www.loranscholar.ca/
Criteria: Minimum 85% average. Character, leadership, and community commitment.
IMPORTANT: Loran Scholar School-Sponsored Applications are due Tuesday, October 8, 2019. To be considered as a school-sponsored applicant, students must submit a Letter of Intent, with accompanying documentation (copy of your trascript, resume, 2 reference letters, printed copy of the completed application) to your counsellor by 2:30 PM on October 8, 2019. School-sponsored applicants will be contacted by Friday, October 11th.
*** Letter of Intent sample/template below near links.
5) Name: Horation Alger - Canadian Scholarships
Approximate Deadline: Oct 25, 2019
Award Amount: $5000
Website Link: https://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/about-our-scholarships-programs/provincial-programs/
Criteria: Demonstrate financial need, be involved in co-curricular and community service, display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
6) Name: Horation Alger - National Entrepreneurial Scholarships
Approximate Deadline: Oct 25,2019
Award Amount: $10, 000
Website Link: https://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/about-our-scholarships-programs/national-scholarships/
Criteria: Includes all expenses paid trip to Washington, DC. Minimum 65% average, prove financial need, be involved in co-curricular and community service activities.
Scholarship Databases:
ScholarshipsCanada.com is a database for students looking for scholarships, bursaries, grants and student awards. Students are matched to scholarships in our database using the information they provide in their profile. http://www.scholarshipscanada.com/
SmartScholar is a great scholarship research tool for students applying for post-secondary education. SmartScholar helps to make sure that when you get that offer from your dream college/university, you've already got the financials covered. http://www.smartscholar.com/
The Key to Scholarships - a program that provides steps for high school students to follow in order to simplify and facilitate the scholarship application writing process.
Scholarship Tips - a site to assist students with the scholarship exploration/application writing process.
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Student Transcript Service
This service allows students to view school marks and transcripts and send transcripts electronically to post -secondary institutions and/or employers.
This is a mandatory step for students who have or plan to apply to a post -secondary institution. Completion of the Student Transcript Service (formerly called PSI selection), allows the BC Ministry of education to forward your transcript to the institution you have applied to.
To register for STS you will need:
* Personal Education Number(PEN)
* Full legal name
* Date of birth
* Email address
STEP 1:
Follow this link: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/transcripts-and-certificates
Step 2:
Students must register for a BC Government account, a BCeID. Follow the system prompts and register for STS. Finally, log in to StudentTranscripts Service using the BCeID.
Step 3:
From a student’s STS Dashboard, make post-secondary institution selections, view transcripts, view assessment results and send transcripts immediately.
You can also access this link and find other valuable information through EducationPlannerBC.ca
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. (To obtain username and password please see Mr. Johannson in the counselling centre.)
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.
Handbook of PROCEDURES for the GRADUATION PROGRAM 2018/2019 http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/handbook/handbook_of_procedures.pdf
MAP of all post-secondary institutions in BC
