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Terry Fox Humanitarian Award

11/15/2017

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Eligibility CriteriaTerry Fox Humanitarian Awards are open to students of all abilities.
To be considered for the Award, applicants must meet be:
  • In good academic standing.
  • Canadian citizens or landed immigrants.
  • Students graduating from secondary (high) school or students completing their first year of CÉGEP or students who have completed secondary (high) school
  • Involved in voluntary humanitarian activities (for which they have not been compensated).
  • Planning to or are already studying towards their first university degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution, or entering their 2nd year of CÉGEP in the upcoming academic year.
Terry Fox Award Recipients are eligible to receive the Award until they graduate with their first university degree or diploma (for a maximum of four years), provided they maintain satisfactory academic standing and a standard of humanitarian work and personal conduct which, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, justifies the award.


ValueThe maximum value of the award is $28,000, dispersed over four (4) years. A stipend of $7,000 is issued directly to the institution each year in two installments of $3,500, one in September and one in January. For students who do not pay tuition fees, the award is $3,500 per year, issued directly to the institution in two installments of $1,750 each.
Recipients of the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award may not receive more than $15,000 in total scholarships annually (including the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award). If a student’s awards exceed this amount, any excess will be deducted from the student’s Terry Fox Award.
If a student’s academic expenses are covered by another source, they may choose to decline acceptance of the financial portion of the award. They will still be granted the distinction of being a Terry Fox Scholar.

Due: Feb 1

http://terryfoxawards.ca/applicant-information/

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Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship

11/15/2017

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The Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship is awarded to 20 outstanding high school graduates who have demonstrated a commitment and aptitude for a career path in K-12 teaching. Winners receive a $5000 scholarship voucher to redeem when they are registered and attending an approved K-12 teacher education program at one of BC’s nine Faculties of Education.
Application
  1. Complete the application package (PDF), including the written statement worth 60% overall, and the resume worth 40% overall. It must be completed online using the mandatory format, printed, signed, and submitted by mail. Scoring guides (PDF) are available for reference. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  2. Completed applications must be submitted to the Ministry no later than February 15, 2018, to:

    Provincial Scholarships Program
    Ministry of Education
    PO Box 9886 Stn Prov Govt
    Victoria BC  V8W 9T6

Selection of winners will be finalized after August 31, 2018

EligibilityApplicants must:
  • Meet basic eligibility requirements
  • Be in your graduation year with graduation to occur by August 31 of the school year in which you apply
  • Be eligible for a B.C. Certificate of Graduation (Dogwood Diploma) and fulfill graduation requirements of the 2004 Graduation Program by August 31, 2018
  • Have at least a: 
    • "B" (73% or above) in your Language Arts 11 final mark 
    • "B" average in final course marks that fulfill graduation requirements of Science 11 or 12, Math 11 and Social Studies 11 or 12, with no more than one "C+" (67% or above) final course mark, (marks lower than “C+” are not accepted)
  • Maintain a “B” average or better in Grades 11 and 12 final course marks required for graduation
  • Write and pass a Language Arts 12 provincial examination  
You cannot win both a Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship and a BC Excellence Scholarship.
Your application package must include:
  • Resume in the mandatory format
  • Two reference letters, one from your community and one from your school
  • A written statement, maximum 500 words, which describes why you want to be a teacher
Winners must redeem their vouchers within 7 years of their high school graduation. The expiry dates are shown on the vouchers. When redeeming, winners must provide a letter from their Faculty of Education confirming their enrolment in the K-12 teacher education program.
Schools will be notified in June if there is a conditional winner from their school. Winners will be notified directly in September when eligibility is confirmed.

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DB Perks & Associates Scholarship

11/15/2017

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OBJECTIVE
To support and assist Lifesaving Society trained lifeguards and instructors pursuing post secondary education in British Columbia or the Yukon.

AWARD VALUE
Four Scholarships of $500.00 each will be awarded each year.

ELIGIBILITY
Nominees must be holders of current Lifesaving Society awards and be actively employed by a BC & Yukon Branch affiliate as a lifeguard or Lifesaving Society Instructor, part-time or full time. Nominees must also be pursuing post-secondary education in the subsequent school term at a university, college or vocational school in BC or the Yukon.

SELECTION
The D.B. Perks Scholarship will be administered through the BC & Yukon Branch of the
Lifesaving Society. All applications will be reviewed for eligibility and six finalists will be
chosen. Finalist applications will then be rendered anonymous and sent for review to Doug Perks, owner of D.B. Perks and Associates, for determination of the four successful
candidates.


http://www.lifesaving.bc.ca/db-perks-lifesaving-society-scholarships
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BC Hydro Power Pioneers Community Service Award

11/15/2017

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BC Hydro Power Pioneers Community Service Award
NEW criteria for 2018 – applications will be accepted from January 1 to March 31 – application form will be posted by the end of November 2017.
The BC Hydro Power Pioneers are recognizing youth who have excelled in community service. There are twenty $500 awards available throughout British Columbia.
We’re looking for students who have made outstanding contributions in their community for a considerable amount of time or have initiated, organized or contributed significantly to a one-time project.
Priority will be given to students who volunteer in their communities by participating in or organizing programs and initiatives that focus on one of these areas:
  • The smart use of energy – show us how you educate, inspire and develop new ideas around energy and energy efficiency.
  • The promotion of safety – at the top of our list is electrical safety but it can also focus on water safety and emergency preparedness.
We’re looking for students who are:
  • Canadian citizens or permanent residents of BC,
  • Graduating from high school in June 2018,
  • Planning to attend an accredited Canadian university, college or technical school in the areas of science, technology, engineering, math or the trades for fall 2018.
The following information must be included to be considered for this award.
  1. Completed application form (below),
  2. 500 word essay of voluntary contributions you have made to your community,
  3. Reference letter(s) from the community organization(s) you have worked with,
  4. Reference letter from a teacher, counsellor or principal at your school,
  5. Confirmation of a passing grade,
  6. Proof of age and citizenship or status.
  7. Proof of post-secondary institution application.
NEW criteria for 2018 – applications will be accepted from January 1 to March 31 – application form will be posted by the end of November 2017.

Contact Glen Canning

https://www.powerpioneers.com/making-a-difference/bc-hydro-power-pioneers-community-service-award/

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SFU - Undergraduate Scholars Entrance Award

11/15/2017

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SFU recognizes high school students who demonstrate excellence in both their academic and extracurricular activities.  The Undergraduate Scholars Entrance Scholarship program offers scholarships ranging from  $10,000 up to an amount sufficient to cover tuition and supplementary mandatory fees. 

Scholarships are available to domestic and international high school school students admitted for the fall term to an undergraduate degree in any faculty. 

Minimum 90% gpa

Due: January 15, 2018
Feb 15 - Deadline to submit all supporting documentation

http://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid/entrance/highschool.html
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Schulich Leadership Scholarship

11/2/2017

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Launched in 2012, this $100 million program funds 50 undergraduate scholarships each year, across top Canadian universities.* Our most promising students can pursue their dreams and become the next global pioneers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. They are innovators. They are Schulich Leaders



Worth: $100,000 for engineering and $80,000 for science, technology or mathematics


In order to become a Schulich Leader and receive the scholarship, a student must first be selected by their high school


You MUST be entering into a STEM PROGRAM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) at our 20 Canadian partner universities


You must also meet two out of the 3 criteria


1) Academic Excellence

2) Leadership (community, business, entrepreneurial)
3) Financial need


If you wish to be nominated for this scholarship, you must submit a BRAG sheet to the Career Centre by Nov 30th

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    Career and Post Secondary Advisor

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