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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 2019 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.
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In March 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) 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, 2019
2) 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, 2019
3) 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, 2019.
4) 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, 2019
5) 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, 2019
6) 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, 2019
7) 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, 2019.
8) 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, 2019
9) 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, 2019
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In February 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) 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 a Letter of Intent and a copy of their resume to Mrs. Dosanjh by 3 PM on January 30, 2019. You must confirm your nomination by having your school principal sign and date the BC Excellence Nomination Form (See Mrs. Dosanjh for the nomination form).
Deadline: February 15, 2019.
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 15, 2019
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, 2019
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 2019-2020 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, 2019
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, 2019
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In January 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) 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, 2019
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, 2019
3) Schulich Leader Scholarships
Website: http://www.schulichleaders.com/about?section=student
Nomination Deadline: January 30, 2019 (Every high school in Canada can nominate one graduating student each year to apply for the scholarship.)
To be nominated, students must submit a Letter of Intent and a copy of their resume to Mrs. Dosanjh by 3 PM on January 22, 2019.
Application Deadline: Feb 20, 2019
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 .
4) 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, 2019
5) 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, 2019
6) 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, 2019
7) 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, 2019
8) 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, 2019
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In December 2018
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 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: Dec. 1, 2018
2) UBC Centennial Entrance Scholarships
Website: https://you.ubc.ca/financial-planning/scholarships-awards-canadian-students/entrance-award/
Application Deadline: December 01, 2018
Criteria: A strong academic student who demonstartes a financial need.
Scholarship value: upto $40,000 payable over four years.
3) SFU Entrance Scholarships
Website: https://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid/entrance/highschool.html
Application Deadline: December 03, 2018
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
4) 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: December 03, 2018
5) UNBC Entrance Scholarships- Excellence in Leadership
Website: https://ssb.unbc.ca/ssb/bwyfagui.p_select_type
Application Deadline: December 15, 2018
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.
6) 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, 2018
7) Canadian Women in Municipal Government Scholarship
Website: https://fcm.ca/home/awards/canadian-women-in-municipal-government-scholarship/eligibility.htm
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: December 15, 2018
8) The Heer Law Entrepreneurship Scholarship
Website: https://www.heerlaw.com/scholarship
Award: $2000
Criteria: Must be attending university during 2018-2019 school year. - Must attach a business plan for their current or prospective business.
Approximate Deadline: December 31, 2018
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In November 2018
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, 2018
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
Approximate NEW Deadline: November 30, 2018
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)
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.
Upcoming Scholarships
Deadline In October 2018Check 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 21,2018
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 06,2018
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 9, 2018
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 9,2018
Award Amount: up to $100,000
Website link: http://www.loranscholar.ca/
Criteria: Minimum 85% average. Character, leadership, and community commitment
5) Name: Horation Alger - Canadian Scholarships
Approximate Deadline: Oct 25, 2018
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
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.
IMPORTANT: Loran Scholar School-Sponsored Applications are due October 9, 2018. To be considered as a school-sponsored applicant, students must submit a Letter of Intent, with accompanying documentation (copy of report card, reference letters, etc.) to Mr. Smith or Mrs. Dosanjh by 3 PM on October 9, 2017. School-sponsored applicants will be contacted by Monday, October 15th.
*** Letter of Intent sample/template below near links.
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
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