There are many scholarships, bursaries and awards available in Ontario. Below are some helpful websites that may help you find a scholarship. Some scholarships are automatically given by a particular university based on academic standing while others require an application.
The following scholarships are primarily available to high school students from Ontario, Canada, applying to first-year university. By clicking on the link you will see them arranged by university…
You can create an account and use the following website to find awards, scholarships and bursaries directly applicable to you. https://studentawards.com/
The selection of a Loran Scholar is unique in its attention to a young person’s character. We believe that integrity, courage, grit and personal autonomy are better indicators of overall potential than standard academic measures. To discover these traits, we administer the most comprehensive and thorough scholarship selection process in Canada. Tenable at 25 partner universities, the Loran Award is valued at $100,000 over four years, including mentorship, funding for summer internships and participation in an extensive network of past and present scholars. This year, we are offering up to 36 Loran Awards. In addition, we are granting up to 120 finalist and provincial & territorial awards ($5,000 or $2,000 each, respectively) to promising candidates.
Eligibility
Be entering university for the first time in September 2023.
Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%.
Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
Be born between January 1, 2001 and September 1, 2007.
University of Toronto National Scholarship – Due October 20 (11:59 pm EDT)
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. Approximately fifteen students are selected as National Scholars (winners) and ten are named Arbor Scholars (runners-up).
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
Award Value
The National Scholarship covers tuition, incidental and residence fees for up to four years of study. 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.
Application Process
Students must submit an online application form in order to be considered for the National Scholarship. The National Scholarship application is now open for the 2023 admission cycle. You will find the link to the online application below.
National Scholarship Deadline
The deadline to apply for the 2023 National Scholarship is October 20, 2022 (11:59pm EDT). The online application form is now open. Please click the link below for the online application.
There is a special application for current grade 12 students and a separate application for current grade 11 students.
The Horatio Alger Association of Canada provides $1.68 million annually in need-based scholarship support for deserving students in all Canadian provinces and territories.
Scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to full-time students grade 11 high school students with financial need (family income under $65,000) who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record.
Since 1995, TD has awarded millions in scholarships to recognize students who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to community leadership. TD Scholarships for Community Leadership recipients receive up to $70,000 for tuition and living expenses as well as opportunities for paid summer employment, peer networking and mentorship. Supporting young community leaders is one way TD is helping build a more inclusive and sustainable tomorrow.
Up to $10 000 for tuition each year for a maximum of 4 years
$7500 for living expenses each year for a maximum of 4 years
Up to $70 000 in total over 4 years per scholarship awarded
Up to 20 scholarships will be awarded
Eligibility
Have demonstrated community leadership
Are in the final year of high school
Have a minimum overall grade average of 75% in their most recently completed school year
Queen’s Chancellor Scholarship – Due December 8, 2022
Due Friday, November 18, 2022 to Mr. Papa for school nominated consideration
This is a school nominated scholarship. The award is worth up to $48 000. Corpus Christi can nominate up to two students. You must apply to Queen’s University to be eligible for this award. To be considered as a nominee for our school, please submit pages 1-6 of theQueen’s Major Admission Awards Practice Applicationto Mr. Papa (papad@hcdsb.org) by Friday, November 18, 2022 at 11:59 pm. Please adhere to word and page limits outlined in the Practice Application. Late applications will not be accepted.
This is a school nominated scholarship. The award is worth up to $120,000 for students pursuing an engineering degree or $100,000 for students pursuing a science, technology or math degree. Corpus Christi can nominate only one student. You must apply to one of the 20 partnered universities to be eligible.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school in the 2022/2023 academic year
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Plan to enroll in an eligible STEM program at one of the 20 partner universities
Academic excellence, AND Leadership, charisma and creativity.
Strong consideration will be given to students with financial need.
Be entrepreneurial-minded and intend to pursue a career in one or more of the following focus areas: Technology; Engineering; Entrepreneurship and business enterprise; Applied scientific research.
NOT considering students who:
Focus on activism (environmental/political/societal)
Intend to become a practicing physician and/or medical researcher (e.g. Doctor, Dentist, Nurse, Psychologist, Pharmacist, Optometrist, etc.)
Intend to become a Professor and conduct theoretical research
To be considered as a nominee for our school, please submit the requirements below, to Mr. Papa (papad@hcdsb.org) by Friday, January 13, 2022 at 11:59 pm. Please adhere to word limits. Late applications will not be accepted.
The universities you wish to attend and program
Top three achievements (academic or other) – 50 words maximum per achievement
Essay demonstrating why you should win – 600 words maximum
Optional essay outlining extenuating circumstances – 250 words maximum
Short answer to identify where you see yourself in 10 years – 50 words maximum
Recognizes students academic distinction who have made significant contributions to their schools and their communities and demonstrate the potential to become leaders in society. Students must achieve a minimum 90% admission average and be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
Lincoln Alexander Chancellor’s Scholarship
Selection will be made on superior leadership ability and potential as demonstrated through positions held, extra-curricular activities, involvement in high school and communities and reference support.
Students entering a degree program with a minimum 90% admission average who have made significant leadership and innovative contributions to their schools and communities and demonstrate the potential to become a leader in society. In addition, students must be: Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit and Metis); or a person with a disability; or a racialized person.
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