The Fraser MacPherson Music Scholarship Fund was initiated to foster the music education of BC’s most promising young jazz instrumentalists. Scholarships are available up to the amount of $2000.00 each and may be awarded to instrumentalists (not vocalists) aged 25 and under (as of Dec. 31, 2016) who are residents of British Columbia. Students who have received more than $500 from the Fund in a previous competition are not eligible to apply again. Members of the Board of the Fraser MacPherson Music Scholarship Fund and members of their immediate families are not permitted to apply.

A COMPLETE application must be received before noon on Friday, November 4, 2016.

http://frasermacphersonjazzfund.ca/scholarship-info/

SPEATBC will be awarding five scholarships this year for students in a technical Engineering related field of study. The scholarships will be for a value of $1000 each. The selection criteria will be as follows:One scholarship will be awarded to each of:

• ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP – 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
• POST SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIP – a post-secondary student enrolled in an engineering or technology related field of study at a recognized university, college, or technical school in BC
• WOMAN IN ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP – a woman student enrolled in an engineering or technology related field of study at a recognized university, college, or technical school in BC
• NEW IMMIGRANT SCHOLARSHIP – a new immigrant (max. of 2 years since arrival in Canada) pursuing post-secondary studies in an engineering or technology related field of study at a recognized university, college, or technical school in BC
• *NEW* – INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP – an international student studying in Canada with a valid Student Visa enrolled in or pursuing an engineering or technology related field of study at a recognized university, college, or technical school in BC

For more information, contact President via email: speatbc@gmail.com.
Scholarships application deadline: Friday, 5th January, 2017.
Scholarships awarded @Annual Dinner: Saturday, 28th January, 2017.
Download the Scholarship Application Form:
Scholarship form (pdf) or Scholarship form (word)

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The window for applying for the Burger King Scholarship opens every year in October and runs through December. The deadline for Burger King Application: December 15, 2016 (for the 2017 school year)

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The Board selects a number of applicants to receive a bursary of $1,000 each, based on that year's contributions to the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund. The successful recipients and their sponsoring clubs are notified by June 30.

• Must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant.
• Must be a student in the process of graduating from high school or currently studying or registered at a post-secondary institution.
• Must complete the current application form and submit it to the Kinsmen, Kinette or Kin Club closest to their permanent residence by February 1. Bursary winners are notified before June 30 by their sponsoring club.
• Will be evaluated on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada and financial need.

http://www.kincanada.ca/apply
Deadline to apply: Feb 1

Description of Award: Students who have been nominated by their schools as National Book Award recipients may submit applications to the National Scholarship Program. In addition, students who identify themselves as meeting the scholarship criteria are invited to apply directly for the National Scholarship, without having been nominated for the Book Award.
The National Scholarship rewards original, creative and committed Canadian secondary school students. These are students who demonstrate superior academic performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional achievement in a broad context. They excel in academic pursuits, demonstrate enthusiasm for intellectual exploration and have a strong involvement in the lives of their schools and communities. Each year approximately ten students are named National Scholars (winners) and ten are named Arbor Scholars (runners-up).

Academic Year: 
2017-2018
Value/Amount: 
The National Scholarship covers tuition and incidental fees for four years, provides full residence support in first year, and includes an additional, renewable monetary award based on individual financial circumstances. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto. Finalists not designated as National Scholars receive Arbor Scholarships at a value of $7,500 in the first year and $1,500 per year for three additional years of undergraduate study. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto.
Full Eligibility Requirements: Students who have been nominated by their schools as National Book Award recipients may submit applications to the National Scholarship Program. In addition, students who identify themselves as meeting the scholarship criteria are invited to apply directly for the National Scholarship, without having been nominated for the Book Award.
Eligibility Criteria:

• an original and creative thinker
• committed to school and community
• a high achiever in academic and creative pursuits
• enthusiastic about learning and intellectual exploration
• a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person
• currently in your final year of Canadian secondary school or first-year CEGEP
• intending to begin university the following academic year
• a National Book Award nominee or self-identify as meeting the criteria above

How to Apply: To apply, you’ll need to:

1. Click here to apply to the 2017 National Scholarship Program. You will be prompted to create an account before proceeding to the application form. Please remember your username and password.
2. Complete the online application, including a series of short essays and exercises. You must complete all sections of the application. Limits with respect to the number of words must be followed.
3. Upload a transcript of your complete high school record to date, including current ongoing grades and final results for your last full academic year. Official transcripts will be requested from students who are selected as finalists. You will be contacted by January if an official transcript is required.
4. Arrange for a letter of reference. Please have someone in your school or community write a confidential reference letter supporting your application. You must supply the name of your referee and his/her institutional email address on your application form. Once you’ve submitted your application, an email will be sent to your referee with instructions for submitting the reference online. We strongly recommend contacting your referee well before submitting your application, to allow him/her ample time to prepare and submit a reference letter. Referees will have until one week after the application deadline to submit a letter of reference.
5. Submit your online application.  Once you have submitted your application, you will not be able to make any further changes. You will receive a confirmation email after submitting your application.

Selection Procedure:
On the basis of application criteria, about twenty students are selected as finalists. These finalists will be invited as guests of the University of Toronto for on-campus selection interviews held in late February or early March. From these meetings, the selection committee selects approximately ten students as National Scholars (winners) and the remaining finalists as Arbor Scholars (runners-up). These scholarships are tenable only at the University of Toronto.

Deadline to Apply: 
November 4th

Scholastic DistinctionThe Scholastic Distinction Scholarship Program recognizes the top academic students from across Canada and around the world. The Scholastic Distinction Scholarships for entrance students are among the most valuable and prestigious undergraduate scholarships awarded by the University of Alberta. Scholastic Distinction Scholarships for transfer students and continuing students are also awarded.

• Value: up to $50,000
• Application Open: October 1, 2016
• Closing Deadline: December 15, 2016
• Approximately 60 scholarships are available

How to Apply for Scholarships and AwardsEligibilityCandidates must:

• apply to an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta
• be entering an undergraduate degree program from high school at the University of Alberta in September 2017
• complete the online award application on Bear Tracks
• have an admission average of ~95% or above to be considered competitive 

NotificationWe will notify all applicants of the competition results in March. 
Scholarship funds for successful applicants will be applied to your student account upon confirmation of full-time registration at the U of A in September 2017.
For more information about accepting and declining awards, financial information, and thanking your donor, please visit Information for Award Recipients. 

The UBC Centennial Scholars Entrance Award program assists students in transition from secondary school and other post-secondary institutions to UBC. The purpose of this program is to support academically qualified students who show an interest in joining the UBC community, but who would not otherwise be able to attend without significant financial assistance. This program offers entering students one-time and renewable awards of up to $40,000 payable over four years. There are opportunities for students studying on UBC’s Vancouver campus to receive full-ride awards, ranging in value up to the full cost of a student’s program and living expenses. The Centennial Scholars Entrance Award is separate from the Major Entrance Scholarships. Students are eligible to apply for both awards, provided they meet the criteria.

Am I eligible?You’re eligible if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident entering UBC’s Vancouver or Okanagan campus directly from high school or transferring from another post-secondary institution to your first undergraduate degree (post-baccalaureate students are not eligible to apply). You and your family must complete an application to demonstrate financial need. The application requires a reference letter from someone who is well acquainted with you and who can comment on your character, interest in UBC, and financial situation. This could include – but is not limited to – coaches, teachers, counsellors, principals, supervisors from work and volunteer positions, family doctors, and community or religious leaders.
How do I apply?For the studentYou will be required to complete the following by the December 1 deadline:

• Apply to UBC
• Submit the Centennial Scholars Entrance Award application
• Have your parent/guardian submit Supporting Documentation
• Have your reference submit the Reference Form

For the parent/guardian and referenceYou will be required to complete the following by the December 1 deadline:

• Submit Supporting Documentation

Please review the following instructions before submitting supporting documentation:

• Once you start the application, you will not be able to save and go back to it later.
• You will require the applicant’s UBC Student Number in order to submit supporting documentation.
• Parent/Guardian
  • You will be asked financial information such as tax information, assets, resources, and income regarding you and your spouse or common law partner (if applicable).
• Reference
  • Please review the instructions and complete the Reference Form:

Centennial Scholars Entrance Award Reference Form
912 KB PDF
Download and complete this form.When is the deadline?The deadline for completed 2017/18 applications to be received by UBC Enrolment Services is December 1, 2016. If you submitted an application for the 2017/18 academic year, UBC will notify you of a decision by the end of April.

Application Deadline

The application deadline for the David C. Lam English Language Learner Scholarship is January 31st of each year. Please note that only successful applicants will be notified.

Description

The David C. Lam/BC TEAL ESL Scholarship was established by the TEAL Charitable Foundation to honour David C. Lam, the 25th Lieutenant-Governor of British Columbia. During his lifetime, David C. Lam was respected for his commitment to excellence and public service. The TEAL Charitable Foundation honours David C. Lam’s contributions to British Columbia through the David C. Lam/BC TEAL ESL Scholarship.

The Scholarship is valued at up to CAD $2,500. It recognizes an English language learner graduating from a BC Secondary School who has combined academic competence with school and community service, and who wishes to further his/her education at a post-secondary institution in British Columbia.
Please note that applicants for the David C. Lam Scholarship must be documented permanent residents of Canada.  International students on student visas are not eligible for this award.
CriteriaApplicants are evaluated according to the following criteria:

1. Must be a BC Grade 12 student who wishes to attend a BC post-secondary institution.
2. English language coursework at the secondary level (Grades 9 to 12)
3. Consistent improvement in academic courses at the secondary level
4. School or community service

http://www.bcteal.org/tcf/awards-scholarships/david-c-lambc-teal-esl-scholarships/

Deadline: December 1, 2016
50 awards valued at $36,000 ($9,000 x 4 years)
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Eligibility Requirements:

• Superior academic ability (90%+), 
• Demonstrated leadership, creative and original thinking,
• School nomination required (see General Information 3.b. 

for important details).

Must be nominated for this scholarship.  Please see Ms. Jew if you would like to be nominated.

Link to application form: ​http://www.queensu.ca/studentawards/financial-assistance/admission-scholarships-bursaries-and-awards/major-admission-awards

If you are a young British Columbian who has made a difference in your community, we want to hear from you! The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship rewards students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities and exemplary contributions and commitment to enriching the lives of others in the community.

Who is eligible?The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship recognizes four student leaders in the province of British Columbia who are entering their first year of post secondary education, are in good academic standing and have made exceptional contributions in the following areas:

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

Taking the time to do something for others during difficult times in one’s own life requires particularly outstanding commitment. This is why, as part of the selection process, the personal circumstances and/or challenges of each applicant will be considered. Applicants who possess personal qualities such as dedication, commitment to helping others and strength of character will also be considered.
DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION HERE

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