SEPTEMBER
Johnson Scholarship
- $1,000 (50 awards)
Criteria: Graduate attending recognized post-secondary institution in the fall. Academic achievement and school/extracurricular activity and community/volunteer service will be considered when selecting the recipients.
Apply: Application available online here.
Due: September 15
Deadline:
OCTOBER.
Credit
Credit EducationThe 2018 Grade 12 Essay Contest is now accepting submissions!
The contest deadline has been extended to October 16th
Grade 12 students across Canada are invited to confess their contained financial calamity story by submitting their true-life handiwork to the CEWC 2018 Essay Contest, co-sponsored by Credit Canada Debt Solutions, Capital One, OLG, RBC, TD Bank, BMO, MNP Inc., Oakman Group, Harris and Partners, and many others.
Prizes range from $500 to $5000, with over 20 prizes to be won.
Entries must be written in English or French and must not exceed 1000 words. Essays must be submitted between Sept. 4 and Oct. 16, 2018. For full contest rules, see the application page.m
your e-mail address
Loran Award - ($80,000 over 4 years)
Criteria: Must be an outstanding student pursuing study at a Canadian University. Students must be well-rounded who demonstrate character, promise of leadership and a strong commitment to service in the community.
Apply: Application available here
Deadline: Sponsored Applicant * deadline is October 19th,2016 and Direct Pool
Applicant deadline is October 24,2018
Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Program(up to $10,000)
Criteria:
Be graduating high school with plans to enter a post-secondary institution in the fall of 2017 or must be CEGEP students planning to pursue a university education
Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a degree at a post-secondary institution (in Quebec a three year vocational program or a two year preparatory program followed by a university degree are acceptable)
Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family is required)
Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity Maintain a minimum grade percentage of 65 Attend high school (or CEGEP) and reside in Canada Be Canadian citizens -
See more at: https://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/about-our-scholarships-programs/provincial-programs/#sthash.ZtmO10bL.dpuf
Deadline: Now open
NOVEMBER
TD Canada Trust Scholarship for Community Leadership
- Up to $70,000
Criteria: Graduate who has demonstrated outstanding community leadership, academic skills to successfully enter and complete college or university.
Apply: TD Canada Trust Scholarship Application (in Guidance)
Deadline: November 15, 2018
All forms and the scholarship poster are found at:http://novascotia.ca/lae/scholarships/.
The Peter Kohler Scholarship is awarded to a student who hopes to enter
their first year of full-time studies in an Engineering Program at a
University in Atlantic Canada in September 2017. This award is open to both
graduating high school students, and students from a community college.
Applicants will be adjudicated upon the basis of their financial need and
their character, with preference given to students who display
entrepreneurial spirit. The award is valued at $50,000, distributed over a
period of four years - an outstanding opportunity for young Nova Scotian
innovators who are facing financial hardship to excel and flourish.
The application deadline is November 2018 and applications must be
submitted through [
<https://www.cognitoforms.com/CFNS1/PeterKohlerScholarshipApplication> this
online form], which can be found under Peter Kohler Scholarship at
<http://cfns-fcne.ca/en/current-programs/>
http://cfns-fcne.ca/en/current-programs/ .
The Scotiabank National Scholarship is back for the 4th year in a row and it’s bigger than ever with $80,000 in awards available to be won.
The Scholarship is open to yconic members who are:
Post-secondary students enrolled or planning to enroll in a certificate, diploma or degree program in the 2016/2017 or 2017/2018 academic year at a Canadian college, university or trade school
Individuals associated with the administration of the Scotiabank National Scholarship, including employees of yconic, their subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, representatives, promotional and marketing agencies, and any member of the immediate families of any of the foregoing and other individuals with whom any of the foregoing are domiciled, are not eligible to participate in the Scotiabank National Scholarship.
The deadline to submit your application is November 2018
Also go to Student Awards for MANY more scholarship and bursary opportunities. Yconic
http://www.studentawards.com/
DECEMBER
Peter Kohler Scholarship in Engineering
Attention grade 12 students interested in pursuing a career in engineering, the Peter Kohler Scholarship is now accepting applications for students who are in financial need. Submissions will be accepted until Dec 31, 2018.
The application can be found here:https://www.cognitoforms.com/CFNS1/PeterKohlerScholarshipApplication
BURGER KING SCHOLARSHIP 2017The window for applying for the Burger King Scholarship opens every year in October and runs through December. The deadline for Burger King Application: December 2018
For complete details and secure Burger King Application: http://www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/
Applying for the Burger King Scholarship is relatively straight forward. Here are a few requirements for submitting your Burger King Application:
Applicants must-
What are you waiting for? Remember, the deadline for the 2017-2018 academic year is Thursday, December 15 so don’t delay! Submit your Burger King Application today.
BK Scholarship open to residents of Canada, Puerto Rico and the United States.
Burger King Scholarship
- Up to $50,000
Open to high school seniors with an average of 65% or above planning to attend college or university in the fall of 2016.
Great opportunity for all students.
Apply online: www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
Deadline:December 2018
The D and R Sobey Atlantic Scholarship
- $60,000
Criteria: Students who are residents of the Atlantic provinces, entering 1styear of the Commerce Program at Queen's University and meet the following criteria: demonstrated academic excellence, proven leadership and involvement in school or community activities.
Apply: Submit a Queen's University Major Admission Award Application form (available at queensu.ca/studentawards)
Deadline: December 1st, 2018
Millennium Excellence Award
- Up to $4,000 renewable
Criteria: Graduate who is entering 1st year of full-time undergraduate study in a Canadian post-secondary institution recognized by provincial student loan program, demonstrated positive and verifiable service to the community, academic achievement, demonstrated capacity for leadership, interest in innovation, and ability to motivate others
Apply: Application
Deadline: Dec 14 of each year
JANUARY
University of Guelph:
President's Scholarships
Chancellors' Scholarships
The Lincoln Alexander Scholarships
Apply by January 25th, 2019 admission.upfguelph.ca/topscholarships
The Donald R. Sobey Family Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, proven leadership skills and involvement in school and/or community activities.
The scholarship is a renewable entrance award, valued at $17,000 for the first year and $11,000 for each of the next three years. Applicants must be Canadian citizens and be entering the first year of an undergraduate program at the University of King’s College. Recipients who make satisfactory academic progress will be automatically renewed for the award.
Application forms will be available soon. Return the completed application to the registrar’s office by January 15, 2019
Registrar’s Office
University of King’s College
6350 Coburg Rd.
Halifax, NS
B3H 2A1
The Carrie Best Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship criteriaApplicants of Indigenous or African-Canadian descent are eligible to apply for this award, valued at $5,000 a year and renewable for up to four years.
Apply by January 15th. Details at kings.ca/carrie-best
FEBRUARY
The Black Educators Association has a number of scholarships and bursaries available to students. For more information go to the guidance office.
RBC Aboriginal Student Awards ProgramYou are eligible to apply to the RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program if you are a Status Indian*, a Non-status Indian, Inuit or Métis and meet these criteria:
Deadline: February 28, 2017
The Nova Scotia Health Authority Diversity Bursary
To assist African Nova Scotians, Aboriginal Peoples, immigrants and people with disabilities in their pursuit of post-secondary education in a health-related profession with a longer term goal of having a diverse workforce.
Value: $1,000 - $2,000
Deadline: February 13
For further information and to download the application log on:
www.cdha.nshealth.ca/diversity-inclusion
Schulich Leader Scholarship
- $60,000
Criteria: Schulich Leader Scholarships are undergraduate entrance scholarships for students enrolling in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering,Mathematics) areas of study at selected universities. A Schulich Leader is a student with academic excellence (top performer in science/maths), leadership ability and financial need. *** For the list of participating
Universities and more information, please visit www.schulichleaders.com
Apply: One nomination per school
Deadline: February 2
Kin Canada Bursary Hal Rogers Endowment Fund
Criteria: Graduate planning to attend recognized post secondary institution who has demonstrated high ideals and qualities of citizenship
Apply: on line application at www.kincanada.ca
Deadline: Feb 1
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
- Up to $7,000/ yr
Criteria: Graduate who demonstrate the highest ideals and qualities ofcitizenship, courage in overcoming obstacles, involvement in humanitarian service and participate in sport and fitness and community service
Apply: Application and/or nomination by school
Deadline: Feb 1 of each year
SEIU Scholarship Program
- up to $3000
Criteria: Graduates must be SEIU members or the sons or daughters of SEI members (membership must be for three continuous years).
Apply: Application
Deadline: February 5
Toyota Earth Day Scholarship
- Up to $5,000
Criteria: Graduate entering 1st year of full-time studies, who have achieve excellence in academic and extra-curricular activities, and demonstrated anexceptional commitment to the environment.
Apply: Application available online -
here.
Deadline: February 15
MARCH
UPEI Entrance Scholarships. We have updated our format this year so students are able to apply for a majority of our entrance awards by filling out just one form.
Students can also find the link at our Entrance Award Cycle website; the only additional scholarship application they would need to submit is for the Harrison McCain Scholarships, which are reviewed externally.
The deadline remains March 1st for submission.
The Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarship
IWK Research Services is pleased to offer the 2017 Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarship.Deadline is March 1, 2019
Application Form
To be considered for one of three Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarships valued at $2500, grade 12 students in the Maritimes must intend on continuing their education at a Maritime post-secondary institution (college or university) in a field that will enhance research and/or innovation in health care.
Awards will be issued as follows:
Applications can be submitted to:
IWK Health Centre
5850/5980 University Ave
Halifax, NS B3K 6R8
Attention Denise DesLauriers, Research Services
For more information, phone 902.470.7548 or email [email protected]
Debut Atlantic RBC Award for Musical Excellence
- $1,000
Criteria: Talented graduate who is committed to the study of music
Apply: Application
Deadline: March 1 of each year
Harrison McCain Foundation Scholarship
- Up to $4,000/yr
Criteria: Graduate with 80%+ average, financial need, leadership qualities, and recognized initiative in funding your own education going on to approved Atlantic Canadian university; check university websites for further
information.
Apply: Application from Universities
Deadline: Mar 1 of each year
McEwen Scholarship
- up to $4000
Criteria: Graduate who is a dependent of a current Co-op member (that Co-op being a member of Co-op Atlantic); good academic performance; knowledge of co-operative issues; . See application.
Apply: Application
Deadline: March 1
Dalhousie Alumni Scholarships
Criteria: Graduate with 80%+ average, demonstrated leadership and achievement in extracurricular activities and in their communities planning to attend Dalhousie University.
Apply: Application
Deadline: Mar 15 of each year
Dalhousie First Nations & Indigenous Black Student Scholarship
- $3,000/yr for 4 yrs
Criteria: First Nations or indigenous black graduate or descendent, 80%+average
Apply: Application
Deadline: Mar 15 of each year
Dalhousie Lockward Memorial Scholarship
- $4,000/yr for 4 yrs
Criteria: Graduate planning to attend Dalhousie University with 80%+ average, preference given to students who have ties to Queens County.
Apply: Nomination by school
Deadline: March of each year
Garfield Weston Merit Scholarship for Colleges
- Varies
Criteria: Applicant must have an average of 75% or higher. Selection criteria: passionate about his or her field of study, curious and willing to try new things. Applicant must care about family, neighbourhood and community and be truly interested in becoming involved and making a difference in society.
Apply: Application http://www.gwmsc.ca/content/en/index.htm
Deadline: March
Association of Teachers of Exceptional Children
- $500
Criteria: Graduate who through personal sacrifice and effort has made great strides in realizing his or her potential.
Apply: Application
Deadline: March
The Dr. P. Anthony Johnstone Memorial Entrance Scholarship, a $6,000.00 scholarship is available to Nova Scotia students entering their first year of university. The Province established the scholarship in 1991 to honour the life and work of the late Tony Johnstone, a long-time educator and human rights advocate who devoted his life to promoting multicultural understanding and social equality.
To be eligible for the scholarship, a student must live in Nova Scotia, be graduating from high school and beginning an undergraduate degree program at a Maritime university in the fall. The applicant must also have demonstrated an interest in multiculturalism and human rights.
Apply: Application here
Deadline: Mar 31 of each year
NS Power Employee's Children Scholarship
- $1,500 (renewable for 4 years)
Criteria: Applicants must be the dependents of regular employees or retirees and demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extra-curricular activities and/or community involvement and personal merit. Please check with your employer.
Apply: Application
Deadline: March 31
NS Power Employment Equity Scholarship
- $1,500 (renewable for 4 years)
Criteria: Graduate who is either disabled, visible minority or Aboriginal entering their 1st year at a post-secondary institution, must be a resident of Nova Scotia (for at least 3 years)
Apply: Application
Deadline: March
NSGEU
NSGEU is pleased to provide financial assistance to members in good standing and their dependents who are pursuing higher education. There are bursaries for NSGEU members and a range of scholarships, bursaries, and awards for members’ dependents.
Bursaries and scholarships are available to those who are full-time students pursuing a degree, diploma or certificate from a university or other recognized institution of higher learning.
A member or dependent may apply for assistance once every two years. Bursaries and scholarships are awarded by the NSGEU Education Committee.
APRIL
Girl Guides of Canada
Criteria: Graduate who is involved in Girl Guides.
Apply: See girl guide leader
Deadline: Apr 1 of each year
New IWK Research Services Scholarship
$2500
To be eligible students must be attending a Maritime university in the fall and taking a program related to health research and/or innovation. More details may be found in Guidance, the bulletin board and/or on the guidance website.
Deadline April 1st
Retail as a Career Scholarship
- $1,000 x 20
Criteria: Students entering a retail-related program (Business, Marketing, Retail) at a Canadian post-secondary institution who are currently working at least part time in retail.
Apply: Application in guidance office and available http://www.retaileducation.ca/cms/sitem.cfm/scholarship
Deadline: April 1 (Must arrive on or before this date at the Retail Council
of Canada)
Saint Mary's University & Techsploration Science Award - $2000
Criteria: Techsplorer
Alumnae as well as all female grade 12 graduates of Techsploration Schools entering the full-time science degree program at Saint Mary's University. Applicants must achieve an 80% average upon high school graduation.
Apply: Application (and essay)
Deadline: April 4
Knights of Columbus Simon J. Khattar State Scholarship
- $500 renewable
Criteria: Graduate who is a practicing Catholic.
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr 5 of each year
Lunenburg County Fiddlers Association Bursary
- $300
Criteria: Graduate who plans to study music at university, preference to string instrument players
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr 8 of each year
Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate going onto to post-secondary education
Apply: Application
Deadline: April
Hockey Nova Scotia
- $1000 (various)
Criteria: Registered during current playing season with Hockey Nova Scotia as a member in good standing (player or official), must be graduating from high school and be starting post-secondary studies in the fall 2013. High academic excellence, exceptional hockey/officiating ability and commitment to the principle of fair play and sportsmanship are also important.
Apply: Application
Deadline: April
Partnership for Access Awareness Scholarship
Criteria: Graduate who has a permanent disability, planning to attend a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution, not related to a member of the selection committee
Apply: Application
Deadline: April
Knights of Columbus Jean Gaudet Memorial Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate who is a son/daughter or grandchild of a paid member of council 6417, the highest academic performance with preference to someone who has financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: April
Helen S. Henderson Memorial Trust Award
- $500
Criteria: Graduate going on to study Registered Nursing Degree – BN or BScN
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr
Elsie Jean Lambert Scholarship (RCL)
- $1000
Criteria: Graduate attending post-secondary with financial need. Special consideration will be given to children of veterans.
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 15 of each year
NS/NU Command, Jack Moore Memorial & AIL Insurance Bursaries
- $500
Criteria: Awarded on a point system based on financial need, with special consideration given to children of Veterans.
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 15
Wales Scholarship for Disabled Nova Scotians
- $6,000
Criteria: Disabled Nova Scotian continuing their post-secondary education at a recognized institution
Apply: Wales Scholarship Application
Deadline: July 15, of each year
deGarthe Art Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate planning to study Art
Apply: Application including an art portfolio
Deadline: Apr 15
Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation Dan MacPhail Memorial Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduating student who lives in BCAF watershed boundary planning to further education at post-secondary education in the fields of Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology or Earth Sciences who has shown prior interest in environmental issues.
Apply: "Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation" Application form found in Guidance.
Deadline: April 28
Inst. of Chartered Accountants of Nova Scotia Award (ICANS)
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate who is planning to attend university to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Commerce
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 25
Assumption Foundation Scholarship
Criteria: Graduate pursuing post-secondary with an average of 75% or higher and financial need.
Apply: Application available online here
Deadline: April 30 of each year
Angad Hundal Memorial Award- $5000
Criteria: To be awarded to a student 16-18 yrs old who has demonstrated kindness, respect, honesty compassion and self-discipline.
Apply: http://angadhundalmemorialaward.ca
Deadline: April 30th
Canadian Hospitality Foundation Scholarship
- Up to $3,500
Criteria: Graduate entering a hospitality or tourism program at a recognized college or university.
Apply: Online application at http://www.chfscholarships.com
Deadline: April 30
Atlantic Commerce Scholarship
Criteria: The ACSA aims to increase Nova Scotia secondary student’s accessibility to post-secondary business programs in Atlantic Canada. The ACSA does this by creating scholarships for Nova Scotia secondary students who will be attending business, commerce, or similar programs within Atlantic Canada (NS, NB, PEI, NFLD). The scholarships are awarded on a combination of financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 8
IODE Nova Scotia Bursary -$500
Criteria: Graduate planning to pursue post-secondary education, financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 30
Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association of NS
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate who is a resident of Nova Scotia, has spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus, registered member of Association
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr 30 of each year
NS Power Trades Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate who is enrolled in one of the following programs at NSCC for Fall 2009: Power Engineering, Industrial Instrumentation, or Utility Line Work. Student must also have a minimum overall average of 70%.
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 28
Nova Scotia Teachers’ Union- Lunenburg Local Bursary
- Varies
Criteria: Graduate who is a son/daughter of NSTU member who is planning to attend post-secondary education. Parents should ask their local representative for the application.
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr 30 of each year
South Shore Regional Hospital Auxiliary Bursary
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate who is an exemplary volunteer at SSRH, accepted into a health-related program at a post-secondary institution
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 30
Teachers Plus Credit Union-
Up to $4,000 (two awards)
Criteria: One award is for a graduate who is a member or child of a member of NS TeachersPlus Credit Union, academic achievement and participation in school and community activities, and the second award is for a students beginning full-time post-secondary study and who is a child or grandchild of a teacher who has taught or is teaching in Nova Scotia
Apply: Application in Guidance
Deadline: April 24
The Nova Scotia Power: Mi’kmaq Scholarship
Created in 2011, the Mi’kmaq Scholarship offers a $1,500 entrance scholarship to a graduating Mi’kmaw high school student (Students electing a one year gap will be considered).
Eligibility: Applicants must be a Mi’kmaq person registered with a Mi’kmaq First Nation in Nova Scotia
Deadline: April 28
For further information and to apply on line, log on:
http://www.nspower.ca/en/home/community/scholarships/mikmaq-scholarship.aspx
Jim Pittman Award
- Varies
Criteria: Student who promotes folklore and heritage education. Must submit project or essay on a subject related to Lunenburg County. See application.
Apply: application available each year through Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society.
Deadline: April 15
MAY
Bruce Pettipas Agricultural Scholarship
- $500
Criteria: Graduate living in one of the Maritime Provinces; entering 1st year of a degree or technical program at a recognized Maritime Univ. of College, or any agricultural institution requiring tuition with preference to those (a)entering an Agricultural Degree Program and (b) majoring in Animal Science.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 1 of each year
enCana Community Scholarship
- up to $10,000
Criteria: Graduate pursuing post-secondary education in an oil and gas industry-related field (Department/Faculty of Engineering, or departments of Geology or Geophysics in Nova Scotia) through a degree or diploma program. The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership skills, community involvement and high academic achievements.
Apply: Online Application (available here)
*
Encana will collect all applications submitted and send to the appropriate
school board. The South Shore Regional School Board will be able to select one
student to receive the award.
Deadline:
May 1 (Online)
NS Equestrian Federation Educational Bursary Program
- up to $500
Criteria: Must be a member of the NSEF (in good standing for last 2 years) attending a full-time program at a post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application here.
Deadline: May 1 of each year
Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy University Scholarship
- Up to $10,000
Criteria: Pengrowth-Nova Scotia University Scholarship offers twelve $10,000 scholarships to students pursuing university studies in business, science or engineering. Students must graduate from a Nova Scotia High School
with a 75% average in Grade 12 and must be well-rounded in all areas, including academics and community involvement (and not be receiving other scholarship support over $2,500 to be eligible).
***School may nominate and send one application for consideration. Please see Ms Lambe in Guidance if you would
like to be considered.
Apply: Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy
Scholarship Application. Nomination by school.
Deadline: May 1
Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy Trade and Technology Scholarship -
$2,500
Criteria: Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Trade and Technology Scholarship offers ten non-renewable $2,500 scholarships to students pursuing a eligible NSCC trade or technology program. View a full list of eligible programs at
gov.ns.ca/energy/careers-training/ . Student must be graduating a Nova Scotia high school with a high school diploma to be eligible. .
Apply: Students must apply directly to NSCC and follow the application procedures outlined on
the NSCC website.
Deadline: May 1
Warwick Kimmins Science Scholarship
-$1,000
Criteria: Graduate in Atlantic Canada planning on furthering education at a post secondary
institution in pursuit of a B. Sc. degree.
Apply: Warwick Kimmins Application
Deadline: May 4
Women’s Institutes of NS Family Scholarship -
$350
Criteria: Graduate who is a relative of a WINS member going to training at a recognized post-secondary institution, scholastic standing, evidence of character, leadership skills, participation in extracurricular and community activities, financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 10 of each year
Judy Bourgeois Memorial Bursary -
$500
Criteria: Graduate must be accepted in BSc in Nursing program and agree to spend one day on the Detox Unit at Fisherman's Memorial Hospital during the first year of their program to learn more about addictions and addictions nursing. (This award is presented by South Shore Health and Addictions Services Program)
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 11
Nova Scotia Community College Entrance Awards
- $2,500
Criteria: Graduate accepted into a full-time NSCC program (who has paid the confirmation fee)
Apply: NSCC Entrance Awards Application
Deadline: Various Scholarship Deadlines (Entrance Award deadline is May 12, 2017)
Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia
- $1,000 and $500
Criteria: Graduate entering hairdressing or esthetic program in a registered college or NSCC program who has a relative in the Cosmetology Assoc for 10+years; Graduate entering hairdressing in a registered private college or NSCC program
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 15 of each year
Epilepsy Assoc. of NS EANS Memorial Scholarship & James Russell Kline Memorial
Bursary
- $500 each
Criteria: Graduate 18 year of age or older (in application year), under care of physician for treatment of epilepsy, going on to post secondary education
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 15 of each year
Jeremy Dias Scholarship
Criteria: Graduate going on to an accredited post-secondary institution who has worked to eliminate discrimination in school and/or community
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 15 of each year
Kinsmen Music Festival: Music Education Scholarship
- $500
Criteria: Graduate planning to pursue post-secondary education with a major in Music
Apply: Recommendation from Music teachers
Deadline: May 15 of each year
Autism Centre Society of the South Shore Student Bursary - $400
Criteria: Must be a graduating student in the SSRSB with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder or Asperger's Syndrome.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 22, 2017
O’Regan’s-Laird Allen Motor Vehicle Repair Award
- up to $5000
Criteria: Graduate entering Motor Vehicle Repair at the NSCC. Special consideration may be given to visible minorities and/or financial need.
Application: available at http://www.nscc.ca
or http://www.oregans.com
Deadline: May 18 of each year
RBC Financial Group Entrance Scholarship to NSAC
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate from a farm family entering 1st year of the B.Sc. (Agr.) at NSAC, academic achievement, extracurricular involvement
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 19 of each year
Tourism (NSTHRC) Industry Scholarships
- Varies
Criteria: Current grade 12 student pursuing recognized tourism or culinary arts- related post-secondary program in the fall. Scholarship recipients will be based on application, references, extra-curricular involvement and academic standing.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 15
Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship
- $1,500
Criteria: Graduate who is from an agricultural or forestry family entering 1st year of post-secondary study in agricultural sciences or forestry program, academic excellence, leadership ability and active involvement in community
Apply: Application online here
Deadline: May 24
NS Dept of Education Scholarship Program for African Nova Scotia
Students
- Various
Criteria: African Nova Scotian graduate attending post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 29 (University) July 31 (College)
(University) / July 31st for College
NS Fruit Growers’ Assoc Educational Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate entering post-secondary study in the field of tree fruit production or related Science program (Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Plant Science, Environmental Science, Business or Agri-business), academic achievement, participation in school and community activities, interest in tree fruit industry
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 29
Rose Benteau/Jack Stuewe/Gary Rix Educational Awards
- $1,000 x 2
Criteria: Graduate who is a child of a member of Province House Credit Union, based on academic achievement, participation in school and community activities
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 31
CST- Canadian Trust PlanThere are two Scholarship Awards presented annually valued at $6,000 each.
Karthiha Guruparan ScholarshipThe Karthiha Guruparan Scholarship is in memory of a special young woman who worked at C.S.T. Consultants Inc. as a summer student for 4 years. Karthiha was a top student, and loved by many. She was studying Accounting at the University of Toronto, with the goal of achieving her CMA designation. She was to graduate in May 2011. She wanted to become a chartered accountant and to serve this country while making a positive impact. Karthiha always strived to be the best she could be, and filled her life with joy and meaning. The Karthiha Guruparan Scholarship will be given to a young woman who exemplifies Karthiha's goals and values of family first, thoughtfulness, determination and inspiration.
Scholarship Award amount: $6,000
Bill Winsor Scholarship This scholarship is in memory of a highly successful and engaged CST Branch Manager. Bill joined CST in September of 1988 as acting Vice President of Sales until 1989 when he opened his first Sales Branch. This Branch became one of the most successful in the history of CST, leading the company in sales results as well as producing five spin-off Branches. Bill was a very likeable and caring man with a warm personality. People were always attracted to him because of his positive and enthusiastic personality. He was interested in everyone he met and would always take the time to listen. He was very competitive, but loved to see others succeed. The Bill Winsor Scholarship will be given to a young man, who exemplifies Bill’s goal-oriented mindset, enthusiasm, entrepreneurship, positivity and competitiveness all the while fostering an atmosphere of team spirit.
Scholarship Award amount: $6,000
Information available in the guidance office, due date: May 31
South Shore Theatrical Players Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate pursuing post-secondary education & career in the dramatic arts, financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 31
JUNE
Clapp Conservation Award
Criteria: Any student continuing to post-secondary training is eligible. Applicants must reside in southwestern Nova Scotia (7 western counties) and be pursuing a career in nature conservation.
Due date: June 2
National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation Post-Secondary Education Bursary
Awards
Criteria: Graduate who is an Canadian resident Aboriginal (either First nation status or non-status, Metis or Inuit), going on to full-time study at an accredited post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 1 of each year
Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship
- $500-$1500
Criteria: Graduate studying music or art at a recognized post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application (including three references)
Deadline: June 1
Options & Opportunities - NSCC Lunenburg Campus Award
- $500
Criteria: Graduate of O2 entering program at NSCC - Lunenburg.
Application: Application
Deadline: June 1
Inez Morse Putnam Scholarship
- $500 - 2 x $500 (one male/one female)
Criteria: Any male graduate who will attend either Dalhousie, Mount Allison or Acadia; and female graduate planning to study nursing at any recognized institution.
Apply: Application to Guidance
Deadline: June 1
South Shore Home Builders’Association Scholarship -
$500
Criteria: Graduate who is a resident of South West Nova Scotia, accepted into 1st year of carpentry at NSCC
Apply: Application
Deadline:
June 3 of each year
IT's Your Future Scholarship Program
- $2000
Criteria: Graduating student pursuing a career in the broad field of information technology at a Nova Scotia college or university.
Apply: Application is online at www.its-yourfuture.com
Deadline: June 5
Marion Sweet Memorial Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate who plans to attend post-secondary education, is an active trapper or is a dependent of the Trappers Association
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 10 of each year
The Kidney Foundation of Canada (Nova Scotia Branch)
$500
Criteria: Graduating student who is a kidney patient or lives with someone who is a kidney patient. The selection process will be on the basis of academic achievement, leadership, financial need and professional goals.
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 15
John Eddy Memorial Media Scholarship
- $2,000
Criteria: Student enrolled at a Canadian University or College in a broadcasting related program; either beginning or returning for a full year of full-time academic study. Considerations will include: academic record; motivation to pursue a career in radio or television broadcasting; extracurricular and community involvement; financial need.
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 14
CKBW FM - Acadia Broadcasting Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate pursuing a career in Broadcast Journalism, Audio Production/Sound Engineering, Music or Journalism or related field of communications
Apply: Application in Guidance
Deadline: June 21
Hank FM - Acadia Broadcasting Bursary
- $1000 (2 awards)
Criteria: Graduate pursuing a career in Broadcast Journalism, Audio Production/Sound Engineering, Music or Journalism or related field of communications
Apply: Application in Guidance
Deadline: June 21
Graham Pinsent Memorial Bursary Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Youth Project
-
$500
Criteria: Lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered graduate under 25 years of age, accepted into a Canadian post-secondary institution who has financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 1
NUPGE Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians
- $1,000
Criteria: Aboriginal child or foster child of NUPGE member, entering first year of Canadian post-secondary educational institution full time.
Application: Application for NUPGE Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians (and a 750-1000 word essay as per application requirements)
Deadline: July 7, 2017
NUPGE Scholarship for Visible Minorities
- $1,000
Criteria: Visible minorities, child or foster child of NUPGE member entering full-time post-secondary study at a Canadian post-secondary institution
Application: Application for NUPGE Scholarship for Visible Minorities (and a 750-1000 word essay as per application requirements).
Deadline: July 7, 2017
NUPGE Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Disabled Child or foster child of NUPGE member, entering full-time first year post-secondary education
Apply: Application for NUPGE Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship (and a 750-1000 word essay as per application
requirements).
Deadline: July 7, 2017
NUPGE Tommy Douglas Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Entering first year of a Canadian post-secondary educational institution full time, children or foster children of a NUPGE member
Apply: Application for NUPGE Tommy Douglas Scholarship (and a 750-1000 word essay as per application requirements).
Deadline: July 7, 2017
Royal Canadian Golf Foundation Academic Scholarship Award-
up to $4,000/yr
Criteria: Graduate with 90%+ average who has successful experience in competitive golf, participation in extracurricular or community activities
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 30 of each year
JULY
Nova Scotia Golf Association Bursary
- Up to $3,000
Criteria: Graduate who is a current member of Nova Scotia Golf Assoc who is planning to enroll in full-time post-secondary study, academic standing, community involvement and financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 1 of each year
NS Federation of Labour Scholarships
- Varies
Criteria: Graduate who is a dependent of a union member whose local is affiliated with the NS Federation of Labour, planning to enroll in 1st year of university, community college or trade school
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 7 of each year
Monsanto Canada Scholarship
- $1,500
Criteria: Graduate who is from a agricultural or forestry family entering 1st year of post-secondary study in agricultural sciences or forestry program, academic excellence, leadership ability and active involvement in community
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 14 of each year
Canadian Paraplegic Association Scholarships
- Varies
Criteria: There are two (different) scholarships are available to graduates with mobility impairment or spinal cord injury.
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 31 of each year
AUGUST
Black Educators Association Bursary Fund
- $400
Criteria: African Nova Scotian Graduate with financial need planning to attend full-time post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application
Deadline: August 29
Johnson Scholarship
- $1,000 (50 awards)
Criteria: Graduate attending recognized post-secondary institution in the fall. Academic achievement and school/extracurricular activity and community/volunteer service will be considered when selecting the recipients.
Apply: Application available online here.
Due: September 15
Deadline:
OCTOBER.
Credit
Credit EducationThe 2018 Grade 12 Essay Contest is now accepting submissions!
The contest deadline has been extended to October 16th
Grade 12 students across Canada are invited to confess their contained financial calamity story by submitting their true-life handiwork to the CEWC 2018 Essay Contest, co-sponsored by Credit Canada Debt Solutions, Capital One, OLG, RBC, TD Bank, BMO, MNP Inc., Oakman Group, Harris and Partners, and many others.
Prizes range from $500 to $5000, with over 20 prizes to be won.
Entries must be written in English or French and must not exceed 1000 words. Essays must be submitted between Sept. 4 and Oct. 16, 2018. For full contest rules, see the application page.m
your e-mail address
Loran Award - ($80,000 over 4 years)
Criteria: Must be an outstanding student pursuing study at a Canadian University. Students must be well-rounded who demonstrate character, promise of leadership and a strong commitment to service in the community.
Apply: Application available here
Deadline: Sponsored Applicant * deadline is October 19th,2016 and Direct Pool
Applicant deadline is October 24,2018
Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Program(up to $10,000)
Criteria:
Be graduating high school with plans to enter a post-secondary institution in the fall of 2017 or must be CEGEP students planning to pursue a university education
Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a degree at a post-secondary institution (in Quebec a three year vocational program or a two year preparatory program followed by a university degree are acceptable)
Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family is required)
Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity Maintain a minimum grade percentage of 65 Attend high school (or CEGEP) and reside in Canada Be Canadian citizens -
See more at: https://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/about-our-scholarships-programs/provincial-programs/#sthash.ZtmO10bL.dpuf
Deadline: Now open
NOVEMBER
TD Canada Trust Scholarship for Community Leadership
- Up to $70,000
Criteria: Graduate who has demonstrated outstanding community leadership, academic skills to successfully enter and complete college or university.
Apply: TD Canada Trust Scholarship Application (in Guidance)
Deadline: November 15, 2018
All forms and the scholarship poster are found at:http://novascotia.ca/lae/scholarships/.
The Peter Kohler Scholarship is awarded to a student who hopes to enter
their first year of full-time studies in an Engineering Program at a
University in Atlantic Canada in September 2017. This award is open to both
graduating high school students, and students from a community college.
Applicants will be adjudicated upon the basis of their financial need and
their character, with preference given to students who display
entrepreneurial spirit. The award is valued at $50,000, distributed over a
period of four years - an outstanding opportunity for young Nova Scotian
innovators who are facing financial hardship to excel and flourish.
The application deadline is November 2018 and applications must be
submitted through [
<https://www.cognitoforms.com/CFNS1/PeterKohlerScholarshipApplication> this
online form], which can be found under Peter Kohler Scholarship at
<http://cfns-fcne.ca/en/current-programs/>
http://cfns-fcne.ca/en/current-programs/ .
The Scotiabank National Scholarship is back for the 4th year in a row and it’s bigger than ever with $80,000 in awards available to be won.
The Scholarship is open to yconic members who are:
- Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada or international students with a valid student visa (permit must be for one year or longer)
- 16 years old or older at the time of application
- High school or CEGEP students planning to enroll in a certificate, diploma or degree program in the 2018/2019or 2018/2019 academic year at a Canadian college, university or trade school
Post-secondary students enrolled or planning to enroll in a certificate, diploma or degree program in the 2016/2017 or 2017/2018 academic year at a Canadian college, university or trade school
Individuals associated with the administration of the Scotiabank National Scholarship, including employees of yconic, their subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, representatives, promotional and marketing agencies, and any member of the immediate families of any of the foregoing and other individuals with whom any of the foregoing are domiciled, are not eligible to participate in the Scotiabank National Scholarship.
The deadline to submit your application is November 2018
Also go to Student Awards for MANY more scholarship and bursary opportunities. Yconic
http://www.studentawards.com/
DECEMBER
Peter Kohler Scholarship in Engineering
Attention grade 12 students interested in pursuing a career in engineering, the Peter Kohler Scholarship is now accepting applications for students who are in financial need. Submissions will be accepted until Dec 31, 2018.
The application can be found here:https://www.cognitoforms.com/CFNS1/PeterKohlerScholarshipApplication
BURGER KING SCHOLARSHIP 2017The window for applying for the Burger King Scholarship opens every year in October and runs through December. The deadline for Burger King Application: December 2018
For complete details and secure Burger King Application: http://www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/
Applying for the Burger King Scholarship is relatively straight forward. Here are a few requirements for submitting your Burger King Application:
Applicants must-
- Be living in the United States, Canada or Puerto Rico
- Be graduating high school seniors (U.S. and Puerto Rico), graduating from grade 12 (Canada) or graduating from home school education in the U.S., Puerto Rico or Canada
- Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent
- Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2017-18 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico
What are you waiting for? Remember, the deadline for the 2017-2018 academic year is Thursday, December 15 so don’t delay! Submit your Burger King Application today.
BK Scholarship open to residents of Canada, Puerto Rico and the United States.
Burger King Scholarship
- Up to $50,000
Open to high school seniors with an average of 65% or above planning to attend college or university in the fall of 2016.
Great opportunity for all students.
Apply online: www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
Deadline:December 2018
The D and R Sobey Atlantic Scholarship
- $60,000
Criteria: Students who are residents of the Atlantic provinces, entering 1styear of the Commerce Program at Queen's University and meet the following criteria: demonstrated academic excellence, proven leadership and involvement in school or community activities.
Apply: Submit a Queen's University Major Admission Award Application form (available at queensu.ca/studentawards)
Deadline: December 1st, 2018
Millennium Excellence Award
- Up to $4,000 renewable
Criteria: Graduate who is entering 1st year of full-time undergraduate study in a Canadian post-secondary institution recognized by provincial student loan program, demonstrated positive and verifiable service to the community, academic achievement, demonstrated capacity for leadership, interest in innovation, and ability to motivate others
Apply: Application
Deadline: Dec 14 of each year
JANUARY
University of Guelph:
President's Scholarships
Chancellors' Scholarships
The Lincoln Alexander Scholarships
Apply by January 25th, 2019 admission.upfguelph.ca/topscholarships
The Donald R. Sobey Family Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, proven leadership skills and involvement in school and/or community activities.
The scholarship is a renewable entrance award, valued at $17,000 for the first year and $11,000 for each of the next three years. Applicants must be Canadian citizens and be entering the first year of an undergraduate program at the University of King’s College. Recipients who make satisfactory academic progress will be automatically renewed for the award.
Application forms will be available soon. Return the completed application to the registrar’s office by January 15, 2019
Registrar’s Office
University of King’s College
6350 Coburg Rd.
Halifax, NS
B3H 2A1
The Carrie Best Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship criteriaApplicants of Indigenous or African-Canadian descent are eligible to apply for this award, valued at $5,000 a year and renewable for up to four years.
Apply by January 15th. Details at kings.ca/carrie-best
FEBRUARY
The Black Educators Association has a number of scholarships and bursaries available to students. For more information go to the guidance office.
RBC Aboriginal Student Awards ProgramYou are eligible to apply to the RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program if you are a Status Indian*, a Non-status Indian, Inuit or Métis and meet these criteria:
- You are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada
- You have applied or are currently attending an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada
- You maintain a full course load that leads to a recognized degree, certificate or diploma
- You have at least two years remaining in your post-secondary studies as of September 2017
- You require financial assistance to pursue your education
Deadline: February 28, 2017
The Nova Scotia Health Authority Diversity Bursary
To assist African Nova Scotians, Aboriginal Peoples, immigrants and people with disabilities in their pursuit of post-secondary education in a health-related profession with a longer term goal of having a diverse workforce.
Value: $1,000 - $2,000
Deadline: February 13
For further information and to download the application log on:
www.cdha.nshealth.ca/diversity-inclusion
Schulich Leader Scholarship
- $60,000
Criteria: Schulich Leader Scholarships are undergraduate entrance scholarships for students enrolling in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering,Mathematics) areas of study at selected universities. A Schulich Leader is a student with academic excellence (top performer in science/maths), leadership ability and financial need. *** For the list of participating
Universities and more information, please visit www.schulichleaders.com
Apply: One nomination per school
Deadline: February 2
Kin Canada Bursary Hal Rogers Endowment Fund
Criteria: Graduate planning to attend recognized post secondary institution who has demonstrated high ideals and qualities of citizenship
Apply: on line application at www.kincanada.ca
Deadline: Feb 1
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
- Up to $7,000/ yr
Criteria: Graduate who demonstrate the highest ideals and qualities ofcitizenship, courage in overcoming obstacles, involvement in humanitarian service and participate in sport and fitness and community service
Apply: Application and/or nomination by school
Deadline: Feb 1 of each year
SEIU Scholarship Program
- up to $3000
Criteria: Graduates must be SEIU members or the sons or daughters of SEI members (membership must be for three continuous years).
Apply: Application
Deadline: February 5
Toyota Earth Day Scholarship
- Up to $5,000
Criteria: Graduate entering 1st year of full-time studies, who have achieve excellence in academic and extra-curricular activities, and demonstrated anexceptional commitment to the environment.
Apply: Application available online -
here.
Deadline: February 15
MARCH
UPEI Entrance Scholarships. We have updated our format this year so students are able to apply for a majority of our entrance awards by filling out just one form.
Students can also find the link at our Entrance Award Cycle website; the only additional scholarship application they would need to submit is for the Harrison McCain Scholarships, which are reviewed externally.
The deadline remains March 1st for submission.
The Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarship
IWK Research Services is pleased to offer the 2017 Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarship.Deadline is March 1, 2019
Application Form
To be considered for one of three Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarships valued at $2500, grade 12 students in the Maritimes must intend on continuing their education at a Maritime post-secondary institution (college or university) in a field that will enhance research and/or innovation in health care.
Awards will be issued as follows:
- One in Nova Scotia
- One in New Brunswick
- One in Prince Edward Island
Applications can be submitted to:
IWK Health Centre
5850/5980 University Ave
Halifax, NS B3K 6R8
Attention Denise DesLauriers, Research Services
For more information, phone 902.470.7548 or email [email protected]
Debut Atlantic RBC Award for Musical Excellence
- $1,000
Criteria: Talented graduate who is committed to the study of music
Apply: Application
Deadline: March 1 of each year
Harrison McCain Foundation Scholarship
- Up to $4,000/yr
Criteria: Graduate with 80%+ average, financial need, leadership qualities, and recognized initiative in funding your own education going on to approved Atlantic Canadian university; check university websites for further
information.
Apply: Application from Universities
Deadline: Mar 1 of each year
McEwen Scholarship
- up to $4000
Criteria: Graduate who is a dependent of a current Co-op member (that Co-op being a member of Co-op Atlantic); good academic performance; knowledge of co-operative issues; . See application.
Apply: Application
Deadline: March 1
Dalhousie Alumni Scholarships
Criteria: Graduate with 80%+ average, demonstrated leadership and achievement in extracurricular activities and in their communities planning to attend Dalhousie University.
Apply: Application
Deadline: Mar 15 of each year
Dalhousie First Nations & Indigenous Black Student Scholarship
- $3,000/yr for 4 yrs
Criteria: First Nations or indigenous black graduate or descendent, 80%+average
Apply: Application
Deadline: Mar 15 of each year
Dalhousie Lockward Memorial Scholarship
- $4,000/yr for 4 yrs
Criteria: Graduate planning to attend Dalhousie University with 80%+ average, preference given to students who have ties to Queens County.
Apply: Nomination by school
Deadline: March of each year
Garfield Weston Merit Scholarship for Colleges
- Varies
Criteria: Applicant must have an average of 75% or higher. Selection criteria: passionate about his or her field of study, curious and willing to try new things. Applicant must care about family, neighbourhood and community and be truly interested in becoming involved and making a difference in society.
Apply: Application http://www.gwmsc.ca/content/en/index.htm
Deadline: March
Association of Teachers of Exceptional Children
- $500
Criteria: Graduate who through personal sacrifice and effort has made great strides in realizing his or her potential.
Apply: Application
Deadline: March
The Dr. P. Anthony Johnstone Memorial Entrance Scholarship, a $6,000.00 scholarship is available to Nova Scotia students entering their first year of university. The Province established the scholarship in 1991 to honour the life and work of the late Tony Johnstone, a long-time educator and human rights advocate who devoted his life to promoting multicultural understanding and social equality.
To be eligible for the scholarship, a student must live in Nova Scotia, be graduating from high school and beginning an undergraduate degree program at a Maritime university in the fall. The applicant must also have demonstrated an interest in multiculturalism and human rights.
Apply: Application here
Deadline: Mar 31 of each year
NS Power Employee's Children Scholarship
- $1,500 (renewable for 4 years)
Criteria: Applicants must be the dependents of regular employees or retirees and demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extra-curricular activities and/or community involvement and personal merit. Please check with your employer.
Apply: Application
Deadline: March 31
NS Power Employment Equity Scholarship
- $1,500 (renewable for 4 years)
Criteria: Graduate who is either disabled, visible minority or Aboriginal entering their 1st year at a post-secondary institution, must be a resident of Nova Scotia (for at least 3 years)
Apply: Application
Deadline: March
NSGEU
NSGEU is pleased to provide financial assistance to members in good standing and their dependents who are pursuing higher education. There are bursaries for NSGEU members and a range of scholarships, bursaries, and awards for members’ dependents.
Bursaries and scholarships are available to those who are full-time students pursuing a degree, diploma or certificate from a university or other recognized institution of higher learning.
A member or dependent may apply for assistance once every two years. Bursaries and scholarships are awarded by the NSGEU Education Committee.
APRIL
Girl Guides of Canada
Criteria: Graduate who is involved in Girl Guides.
Apply: See girl guide leader
Deadline: Apr 1 of each year
New IWK Research Services Scholarship
$2500
To be eligible students must be attending a Maritime university in the fall and taking a program related to health research and/or innovation. More details may be found in Guidance, the bulletin board and/or on the guidance website.
Deadline April 1st
Retail as a Career Scholarship
- $1,000 x 20
Criteria: Students entering a retail-related program (Business, Marketing, Retail) at a Canadian post-secondary institution who are currently working at least part time in retail.
Apply: Application in guidance office and available http://www.retaileducation.ca/cms/sitem.cfm/scholarship
Deadline: April 1 (Must arrive on or before this date at the Retail Council
of Canada)
Saint Mary's University & Techsploration Science Award - $2000
Criteria: Techsplorer
Alumnae as well as all female grade 12 graduates of Techsploration Schools entering the full-time science degree program at Saint Mary's University. Applicants must achieve an 80% average upon high school graduation.
Apply: Application (and essay)
Deadline: April 4
Knights of Columbus Simon J. Khattar State Scholarship
- $500 renewable
Criteria: Graduate who is a practicing Catholic.
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr 5 of each year
Lunenburg County Fiddlers Association Bursary
- $300
Criteria: Graduate who plans to study music at university, preference to string instrument players
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr 8 of each year
Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate going onto to post-secondary education
Apply: Application
Deadline: April
Hockey Nova Scotia
- $1000 (various)
Criteria: Registered during current playing season with Hockey Nova Scotia as a member in good standing (player or official), must be graduating from high school and be starting post-secondary studies in the fall 2013. High academic excellence, exceptional hockey/officiating ability and commitment to the principle of fair play and sportsmanship are also important.
Apply: Application
Deadline: April
Partnership for Access Awareness Scholarship
Criteria: Graduate who has a permanent disability, planning to attend a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution, not related to a member of the selection committee
Apply: Application
Deadline: April
Knights of Columbus Jean Gaudet Memorial Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate who is a son/daughter or grandchild of a paid member of council 6417, the highest academic performance with preference to someone who has financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: April
Helen S. Henderson Memorial Trust Award
- $500
Criteria: Graduate going on to study Registered Nursing Degree – BN or BScN
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr
Elsie Jean Lambert Scholarship (RCL)
- $1000
Criteria: Graduate attending post-secondary with financial need. Special consideration will be given to children of veterans.
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 15 of each year
NS/NU Command, Jack Moore Memorial & AIL Insurance Bursaries
- $500
Criteria: Awarded on a point system based on financial need, with special consideration given to children of Veterans.
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 15
Wales Scholarship for Disabled Nova Scotians
- $6,000
Criteria: Disabled Nova Scotian continuing their post-secondary education at a recognized institution
Apply: Wales Scholarship Application
Deadline: July 15, of each year
deGarthe Art Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate planning to study Art
Apply: Application including an art portfolio
Deadline: Apr 15
Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation Dan MacPhail Memorial Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduating student who lives in BCAF watershed boundary planning to further education at post-secondary education in the fields of Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology or Earth Sciences who has shown prior interest in environmental issues.
Apply: "Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation" Application form found in Guidance.
Deadline: April 28
Inst. of Chartered Accountants of Nova Scotia Award (ICANS)
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate who is planning to attend university to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Commerce
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 25
Assumption Foundation Scholarship
Criteria: Graduate pursuing post-secondary with an average of 75% or higher and financial need.
Apply: Application available online here
Deadline: April 30 of each year
Angad Hundal Memorial Award- $5000
Criteria: To be awarded to a student 16-18 yrs old who has demonstrated kindness, respect, honesty compassion and self-discipline.
Apply: http://angadhundalmemorialaward.ca
Deadline: April 30th
Canadian Hospitality Foundation Scholarship
- Up to $3,500
Criteria: Graduate entering a hospitality or tourism program at a recognized college or university.
Apply: Online application at http://www.chfscholarships.com
Deadline: April 30
Atlantic Commerce Scholarship
Criteria: The ACSA aims to increase Nova Scotia secondary student’s accessibility to post-secondary business programs in Atlantic Canada. The ACSA does this by creating scholarships for Nova Scotia secondary students who will be attending business, commerce, or similar programs within Atlantic Canada (NS, NB, PEI, NFLD). The scholarships are awarded on a combination of financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 8
IODE Nova Scotia Bursary -$500
Criteria: Graduate planning to pursue post-secondary education, financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 30
Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association of NS
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate who is a resident of Nova Scotia, has spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus, registered member of Association
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr 30 of each year
NS Power Trades Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate who is enrolled in one of the following programs at NSCC for Fall 2009: Power Engineering, Industrial Instrumentation, or Utility Line Work. Student must also have a minimum overall average of 70%.
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 28
Nova Scotia Teachers’ Union- Lunenburg Local Bursary
- Varies
Criteria: Graduate who is a son/daughter of NSTU member who is planning to attend post-secondary education. Parents should ask their local representative for the application.
Apply: Application
Deadline: Apr 30 of each year
South Shore Regional Hospital Auxiliary Bursary
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate who is an exemplary volunteer at SSRH, accepted into a health-related program at a post-secondary institution
Apply: Application
Deadline: April 30
Teachers Plus Credit Union-
Up to $4,000 (two awards)
Criteria: One award is for a graduate who is a member or child of a member of NS TeachersPlus Credit Union, academic achievement and participation in school and community activities, and the second award is for a students beginning full-time post-secondary study and who is a child or grandchild of a teacher who has taught or is teaching in Nova Scotia
Apply: Application in Guidance
Deadline: April 24
The Nova Scotia Power: Mi’kmaq Scholarship
Created in 2011, the Mi’kmaq Scholarship offers a $1,500 entrance scholarship to a graduating Mi’kmaw high school student (Students electing a one year gap will be considered).
Eligibility: Applicants must be a Mi’kmaq person registered with a Mi’kmaq First Nation in Nova Scotia
Deadline: April 28
For further information and to apply on line, log on:
http://www.nspower.ca/en/home/community/scholarships/mikmaq-scholarship.aspx
Jim Pittman Award
- Varies
Criteria: Student who promotes folklore and heritage education. Must submit project or essay on a subject related to Lunenburg County. See application.
Apply: application available each year through Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society.
Deadline: April 15
MAY
Bruce Pettipas Agricultural Scholarship
- $500
Criteria: Graduate living in one of the Maritime Provinces; entering 1st year of a degree or technical program at a recognized Maritime Univ. of College, or any agricultural institution requiring tuition with preference to those (a)entering an Agricultural Degree Program and (b) majoring in Animal Science.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 1 of each year
enCana Community Scholarship
- up to $10,000
Criteria: Graduate pursuing post-secondary education in an oil and gas industry-related field (Department/Faculty of Engineering, or departments of Geology or Geophysics in Nova Scotia) through a degree or diploma program. The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership skills, community involvement and high academic achievements.
Apply: Online Application (available here)
*
Encana will collect all applications submitted and send to the appropriate
school board. The South Shore Regional School Board will be able to select one
student to receive the award.
Deadline:
May 1 (Online)
NS Equestrian Federation Educational Bursary Program
- up to $500
Criteria: Must be a member of the NSEF (in good standing for last 2 years) attending a full-time program at a post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application here.
Deadline: May 1 of each year
Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy University Scholarship
- Up to $10,000
Criteria: Pengrowth-Nova Scotia University Scholarship offers twelve $10,000 scholarships to students pursuing university studies in business, science or engineering. Students must graduate from a Nova Scotia High School
with a 75% average in Grade 12 and must be well-rounded in all areas, including academics and community involvement (and not be receiving other scholarship support over $2,500 to be eligible).
***School may nominate and send one application for consideration. Please see Ms Lambe in Guidance if you would
like to be considered.
Apply: Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy
Scholarship Application. Nomination by school.
Deadline: May 1
Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy Trade and Technology Scholarship -
$2,500
Criteria: Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Trade and Technology Scholarship offers ten non-renewable $2,500 scholarships to students pursuing a eligible NSCC trade or technology program. View a full list of eligible programs at
gov.ns.ca/energy/careers-training/ . Student must be graduating a Nova Scotia high school with a high school diploma to be eligible. .
Apply: Students must apply directly to NSCC and follow the application procedures outlined on
the NSCC website.
Deadline: May 1
Warwick Kimmins Science Scholarship
-$1,000
Criteria: Graduate in Atlantic Canada planning on furthering education at a post secondary
institution in pursuit of a B. Sc. degree.
Apply: Warwick Kimmins Application
Deadline: May 4
Women’s Institutes of NS Family Scholarship -
$350
Criteria: Graduate who is a relative of a WINS member going to training at a recognized post-secondary institution, scholastic standing, evidence of character, leadership skills, participation in extracurricular and community activities, financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 10 of each year
Judy Bourgeois Memorial Bursary -
$500
Criteria: Graduate must be accepted in BSc in Nursing program and agree to spend one day on the Detox Unit at Fisherman's Memorial Hospital during the first year of their program to learn more about addictions and addictions nursing. (This award is presented by South Shore Health and Addictions Services Program)
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 11
Nova Scotia Community College Entrance Awards
- $2,500
Criteria: Graduate accepted into a full-time NSCC program (who has paid the confirmation fee)
Apply: NSCC Entrance Awards Application
Deadline: Various Scholarship Deadlines (Entrance Award deadline is May 12, 2017)
Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia
- $1,000 and $500
Criteria: Graduate entering hairdressing or esthetic program in a registered college or NSCC program who has a relative in the Cosmetology Assoc for 10+years; Graduate entering hairdressing in a registered private college or NSCC program
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 15 of each year
Epilepsy Assoc. of NS EANS Memorial Scholarship & James Russell Kline Memorial
Bursary
- $500 each
Criteria: Graduate 18 year of age or older (in application year), under care of physician for treatment of epilepsy, going on to post secondary education
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 15 of each year
Jeremy Dias Scholarship
Criteria: Graduate going on to an accredited post-secondary institution who has worked to eliminate discrimination in school and/or community
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 15 of each year
Kinsmen Music Festival: Music Education Scholarship
- $500
Criteria: Graduate planning to pursue post-secondary education with a major in Music
Apply: Recommendation from Music teachers
Deadline: May 15 of each year
Autism Centre Society of the South Shore Student Bursary - $400
Criteria: Must be a graduating student in the SSRSB with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder or Asperger's Syndrome.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 22, 2017
O’Regan’s-Laird Allen Motor Vehicle Repair Award
- up to $5000
Criteria: Graduate entering Motor Vehicle Repair at the NSCC. Special consideration may be given to visible minorities and/or financial need.
Application: available at http://www.nscc.ca
or http://www.oregans.com
Deadline: May 18 of each year
RBC Financial Group Entrance Scholarship to NSAC
- $1,000
Criteria: Graduate from a farm family entering 1st year of the B.Sc. (Agr.) at NSAC, academic achievement, extracurricular involvement
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 19 of each year
Tourism (NSTHRC) Industry Scholarships
- Varies
Criteria: Current grade 12 student pursuing recognized tourism or culinary arts- related post-secondary program in the fall. Scholarship recipients will be based on application, references, extra-curricular involvement and academic standing.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 15
Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship
- $1,500
Criteria: Graduate who is from an agricultural or forestry family entering 1st year of post-secondary study in agricultural sciences or forestry program, academic excellence, leadership ability and active involvement in community
Apply: Application online here
Deadline: May 24
NS Dept of Education Scholarship Program for African Nova Scotia
Students
- Various
Criteria: African Nova Scotian graduate attending post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 29 (University) July 31 (College)
(University) / July 31st for College
NS Fruit Growers’ Assoc Educational Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate entering post-secondary study in the field of tree fruit production or related Science program (Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Plant Science, Environmental Science, Business or Agri-business), academic achievement, participation in school and community activities, interest in tree fruit industry
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 29
Rose Benteau/Jack Stuewe/Gary Rix Educational Awards
- $1,000 x 2
Criteria: Graduate who is a child of a member of Province House Credit Union, based on academic achievement, participation in school and community activities
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 31
CST- Canadian Trust PlanThere are two Scholarship Awards presented annually valued at $6,000 each.
Karthiha Guruparan ScholarshipThe Karthiha Guruparan Scholarship is in memory of a special young woman who worked at C.S.T. Consultants Inc. as a summer student for 4 years. Karthiha was a top student, and loved by many. She was studying Accounting at the University of Toronto, with the goal of achieving her CMA designation. She was to graduate in May 2011. She wanted to become a chartered accountant and to serve this country while making a positive impact. Karthiha always strived to be the best she could be, and filled her life with joy and meaning. The Karthiha Guruparan Scholarship will be given to a young woman who exemplifies Karthiha's goals and values of family first, thoughtfulness, determination and inspiration.
Scholarship Award amount: $6,000
Bill Winsor Scholarship This scholarship is in memory of a highly successful and engaged CST Branch Manager. Bill joined CST in September of 1988 as acting Vice President of Sales until 1989 when he opened his first Sales Branch. This Branch became one of the most successful in the history of CST, leading the company in sales results as well as producing five spin-off Branches. Bill was a very likeable and caring man with a warm personality. People were always attracted to him because of his positive and enthusiastic personality. He was interested in everyone he met and would always take the time to listen. He was very competitive, but loved to see others succeed. The Bill Winsor Scholarship will be given to a young man, who exemplifies Bill’s goal-oriented mindset, enthusiasm, entrepreneurship, positivity and competitiveness all the while fostering an atmosphere of team spirit.
Scholarship Award amount: $6,000
Information available in the guidance office, due date: May 31
South Shore Theatrical Players Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate pursuing post-secondary education & career in the dramatic arts, financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 31
JUNE
Clapp Conservation Award
Criteria: Any student continuing to post-secondary training is eligible. Applicants must reside in southwestern Nova Scotia (7 western counties) and be pursuing a career in nature conservation.
Due date: June 2
National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation Post-Secondary Education Bursary
Awards
Criteria: Graduate who is an Canadian resident Aboriginal (either First nation status or non-status, Metis or Inuit), going on to full-time study at an accredited post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 1 of each year
Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship
- $500-$1500
Criteria: Graduate studying music or art at a recognized post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application (including three references)
Deadline: June 1
Options & Opportunities - NSCC Lunenburg Campus Award
- $500
Criteria: Graduate of O2 entering program at NSCC - Lunenburg.
Application: Application
Deadline: June 1
Inez Morse Putnam Scholarship
- $500 - 2 x $500 (one male/one female)
Criteria: Any male graduate who will attend either Dalhousie, Mount Allison or Acadia; and female graduate planning to study nursing at any recognized institution.
Apply: Application to Guidance
Deadline: June 1
South Shore Home Builders’Association Scholarship -
$500
Criteria: Graduate who is a resident of South West Nova Scotia, accepted into 1st year of carpentry at NSCC
Apply: Application
Deadline:
June 3 of each year
IT's Your Future Scholarship Program
- $2000
Criteria: Graduating student pursuing a career in the broad field of information technology at a Nova Scotia college or university.
Apply: Application is online at www.its-yourfuture.com
Deadline: June 5
Marion Sweet Memorial Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate who plans to attend post-secondary education, is an active trapper or is a dependent of the Trappers Association
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 10 of each year
The Kidney Foundation of Canada (Nova Scotia Branch)
$500
Criteria: Graduating student who is a kidney patient or lives with someone who is a kidney patient. The selection process will be on the basis of academic achievement, leadership, financial need and professional goals.
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 15
John Eddy Memorial Media Scholarship
- $2,000
Criteria: Student enrolled at a Canadian University or College in a broadcasting related program; either beginning or returning for a full year of full-time academic study. Considerations will include: academic record; motivation to pursue a career in radio or television broadcasting; extracurricular and community involvement; financial need.
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 14
CKBW FM - Acadia Broadcasting Bursary
- $500
Criteria: Graduate pursuing a career in Broadcast Journalism, Audio Production/Sound Engineering, Music or Journalism or related field of communications
Apply: Application in Guidance
Deadline: June 21
Hank FM - Acadia Broadcasting Bursary
- $1000 (2 awards)
Criteria: Graduate pursuing a career in Broadcast Journalism, Audio Production/Sound Engineering, Music or Journalism or related field of communications
Apply: Application in Guidance
Deadline: June 21
Graham Pinsent Memorial Bursary Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Youth Project
-
$500
Criteria: Lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered graduate under 25 years of age, accepted into a Canadian post-secondary institution who has financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: May 1
NUPGE Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians
- $1,000
Criteria: Aboriginal child or foster child of NUPGE member, entering first year of Canadian post-secondary educational institution full time.
Application: Application for NUPGE Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians (and a 750-1000 word essay as per application requirements)
Deadline: July 7, 2017
NUPGE Scholarship for Visible Minorities
- $1,000
Criteria: Visible minorities, child or foster child of NUPGE member entering full-time post-secondary study at a Canadian post-secondary institution
Application: Application for NUPGE Scholarship for Visible Minorities (and a 750-1000 word essay as per application requirements).
Deadline: July 7, 2017
NUPGE Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Disabled Child or foster child of NUPGE member, entering full-time first year post-secondary education
Apply: Application for NUPGE Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship (and a 750-1000 word essay as per application
requirements).
Deadline: July 7, 2017
NUPGE Tommy Douglas Scholarship
- $1,000
Criteria: Entering first year of a Canadian post-secondary educational institution full time, children or foster children of a NUPGE member
Apply: Application for NUPGE Tommy Douglas Scholarship (and a 750-1000 word essay as per application requirements).
Deadline: July 7, 2017
Royal Canadian Golf Foundation Academic Scholarship Award-
up to $4,000/yr
Criteria: Graduate with 90%+ average who has successful experience in competitive golf, participation in extracurricular or community activities
Apply: Application
Deadline: June 30 of each year
JULY
Nova Scotia Golf Association Bursary
- Up to $3,000
Criteria: Graduate who is a current member of Nova Scotia Golf Assoc who is planning to enroll in full-time post-secondary study, academic standing, community involvement and financial need
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 1 of each year
NS Federation of Labour Scholarships
- Varies
Criteria: Graduate who is a dependent of a union member whose local is affiliated with the NS Federation of Labour, planning to enroll in 1st year of university, community college or trade school
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 7 of each year
Monsanto Canada Scholarship
- $1,500
Criteria: Graduate who is from a agricultural or forestry family entering 1st year of post-secondary study in agricultural sciences or forestry program, academic excellence, leadership ability and active involvement in community
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 14 of each year
Canadian Paraplegic Association Scholarships
- Varies
Criteria: There are two (different) scholarships are available to graduates with mobility impairment or spinal cord injury.
Apply: Application
Deadline: July 31 of each year
AUGUST
Black Educators Association Bursary Fund
- $400
Criteria: African Nova Scotian Graduate with financial need planning to attend full-time post-secondary institution.
Apply: Application
Deadline: August 29