Scholarship Information

Local Awards, Scholarships & Bursaries

Scholarship Resources

The Scholarship Report – search hundreds of province-wide and country-wide scholarships. The report is exclusively available to our students in PDF form and will be sent every second month to their school emails. Please see your counsellor if you did not receive an email copy.

Students should continue to check this website, and to visit student services for updates.  Entrance scholarships are based on academic achievement and are given out automatically upon program entrance for most universities and colleges.

Scholarships/Awards – are generally based on grades, community involvement/services, leadership, innovation, or athletics

Bursaries/Grants – are generally based on financial need

Remember to:

Research other scholarships offered by the university or college that you are applying to. Check out Ontario Universities’ Info for other opportunities.  Ask your parent/guardian if their employment offers any awards, scholarships, or bursaries.

Other websites that you can use to help you in your search:

• www.yconic.com 
• www.scholarshipscanada.com
• www.studentscholarships.org
• www.scholartree.ca
• www.macleans.ca/scholarship-fin

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

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Post secondary awards/scholarships for SHSM students

Scholarships and Awards for SHSM students (post-secondary)

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Student Scholarships – deadlines ranging from Jan. 28th, 2026 – May 1st, 2026

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DeWalt Trades Scholarship deadline February 28, 2026

Here is a great scholarship opportunity for students applying for the Trades, check out the website below and the criteria required. DeWalt Scholarship

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Horatio Alger Scholarship (Grades 11 & 12 Students)

Grade 11 Horatio Algers – The Horatio Alger Association awards scholarships to students who are facing and overcoming significant adversities. deadline March 31st, 2026

Grade 12 Vocational and Technical awards – this scholarship is for scholars pursuing a vocational or technical certificate, or diploma program that will lead to employment. applications open from (March 15 – June 15, 2026)

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Schulich Builders Scholarship – Scholarship for Skilled Trades – deadline May 1, 2026

Schulich Builders are scholarships for students enrolling in an eligible, full-time skilled trade program at a participating college in Ontario. There are 120 scholarships available from 12 colleges.

Participating Colleges

• Algonquin, Cambrian, Centennial, Conestoga, Durham, Fanshawe, George Brown, Humber Polytechnic, Loyalist College, Mohawk, and Sheridan

Each college will award 10 scholarships:

• Five scholarships for one-year certificate programs
• Five for two-year diploma programs

These scholarships support the costs of tuition, tools and living expenses.

Eligibility

• Canadian citizens
• Meet college admission requirements
• Enrolling in a full-time, eligible skill trades for one-year certificate or two-year diploma at a participating college starting in the Fall of 2026

Selection Criteria

Students must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the scholarship:

• Strong work ethic and character, as evidenced by one letter of recommendation by someone directly connected to the student, preferably from a high school staff member, employer, co-worker or community organization
• Financial need as determined by each college admission department

Application Process

There are two paths to apply for this scholarship:

1. Ontario high schools may put forth up to five student nominations

• Nomination deadline is May 1, 2026
• Email – info@schulichbuilders.com to receive the nomination form
• Nominees will receive an email invitation from Schulich Builders to apply for the scholarship. Priority will be given to nominated students.

2. Student applies directly to their college(s) of choice 

• Link to the scholarship application forms – schulichbuilders.com/colleges 

All scholarship application forms include the following:

• One letter of recommendation
• Short essay outlining why they should be considered for the scholarship (150 words max.)
• Headshot photo for marketing purposes

Colleges will notify winners of the scholarship by July 31, 2026

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Rotary Club of Burlington Lakeshore 2025 Student Scholarship/Awards – Expired

This year we are offering 12 Scholarships worth $2,500 each and the funds are available to be used for enrolment fees, program supplies or training costs. We know that there is financial need among students in our community entering post-secondary studies in the fall.  

The Foundation was established in Burlington in 1991 to provide ongoing educational awards to deserving students who wish to pursue post-secondary education.  Currently the Foundation offers:

• 4 Academic Scholarships, 1 Vocational Studies Award, and 3 Specialty Scholarships/Awards to individuals demonstrating leadership at a school, university, business or community level and a commitment to community through a volunteer capacity.
• 2 Leap Forward Awards for individuals facing financial or other barriers to education that have reached a crossroads and are now ready, with additional financial support, to take a step forward in learning new skills.
• 2 Athletic Scholarships for students pursuing high level Athletic training at the post-secondary level. 

We have attached a poster and a flyer which outline each of our available Club and Foundation Scholarships/Awards and the application process.  More information is available through our website at: https://rotaryburlingtonlakeshore.ca/scholarships/ or questions can be emailed to RotaryCBLAwards@gmail.com. 

2025 RCBL Awards Sheet

2025 RCBL Awards Poster

Music Scholarship Award / Canadian Croatian Choral Society – Expired

• The Merit Award of $2000 is granted to a student based on musical merit
• It is designed to support a student entering or currently studying music at a post-secondary school level
• Eligible applicants include grade 12 students who are planning to attend full time music studies at a college, university or recognised music institute program in the fall
• Each applicant is a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant
• Each Merit Award winner is required to perform as a guest artist at our annual CCCS Spring Concert and attend the dress rehearsal. This year the concert will take p[lace on Sunday, May 25^th  2025.
• Each winner is also required to present the award to the next recipient at the following year’s Spring Concert

All the criteria and eligibility, and the application are available on their website https://canadiancroatianchoralsociety.com/merit-award/
Poster

If anyone should have any questions regarding the application, they are welcome to reach out to our Artistic Director Mia Milicevic at:  mia@ccccschoir.com

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Full Potential Scholarship – Expired

This scholarship will be awarded to Canadian students (up to 20) with a documented learning disability who are applying to University/College in Canada for the 2025 semester. The scholarship awards students $1,000 each year as well as 40 hours of tutoring credits in the first year and then the hours reduce to 30, 20, and 10 in the subsequent years (renewable up to 4 years). 

Program guidelines

The application is now open and will remain active until March 6, 2025 at 1:00PM EST. Students can apply online: https://portal.scholarshippartners.ca/welcome/FullPotential/ 

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$5000 Black High School Student Scholarship and Internship Opportunity – Expired

The ICON x KPMG Scholarship Internship program provides up to 10 outstanding Black high school seniors across Canada with a $5000 scholarship PLUS a 6-week paid internship at KPMG starting on July 7, 2025. 

Click here for the poster.

Eligibility: • Grade 12 students enrolled in a Canadian publicly-funded high school • Must have community or leadership experience

Applications close on Friday March 7, 2025 at 11:59PM EST. 

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Easter Seals – various scholarships for students with disabilities – Expired

More information on each scholarship and any associated criteria can be found at Services.EasterSeals.org/scholarships. Questions: contact Alison Morse at scholarships@easterseals.org.

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The Black Excellence Scholarship Award – Expired

The Black Excellence Scholarship Award recognizes eligible candidates from Grade 12 across Halton High School . This Award highlights the importance of empowering youth through education and exemplary leadership skills.

Criteria for the award is available here . Grade 12 students of African/Caribbean descent are encouraged to apply. The application closes on April 11, 2025.

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Sean Jackson Scholarship – EXPIRED

The Meridian’s Commitment to Communities Sean Jackson Scholarship for 2025 is a $10,000 scholarship awarded to one Ontario student. Deadline for applying is April 30, 2025.  For details, instructions and to apply please visit: https://www.meridiancu.ca/about-meridian/community/sean-jackson-scholarship
If you have any questions please contact: Community@MeridianCU.ca

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SB Partners’ Scholarship – EXPIRED

The SB Partner Scholarship is now open to Burlington students continuing in a Business/accounting/commerce program at post-secondary. This year’s scholarship is for $5000! The deadline for applications is April 30, 2025.

Apply now: https://sbpartners.ca/scholarship/

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District 15 Retired Teachers of Ontario Academic Spirit Award 2025 – EXPIRED

An award of $1,500.
Application due: May 1, 2025

Criteria
• Be a graduating student that is enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program at a university, college or apprenticeship program in Canada in September 2025.
• Demonstrate good academic performance, but not necessarily be considered “academically elite.”
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, commitment to their studies and service to others.
• Has overcome obstacles to successfully graduate from secondary school.
• Special consideration may be given to students who have faced financial barriers

2025 HCDSB application for RTOERO academic spirit award
2025 RTOERO HCDSB award cover letter

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Port Nelson Youth Award – EXPIRED

The Port Nelson United Church Youth Award was established in September 2012 by the Church Council to recognize and celebrate the leadership of young people in the area of being inclusive, particularly pertaining to the needs and concerns of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered and Queer (2SLGBTQIA+)
people. The award offers a public and tangible way to celebrate Affirming – one of the church’s core values.

The Port Nelson United Church Youth Award is given annually in the amount of $1,000 to a student in their final year of studies at any secondary school in Halton Region, as selected by the Youth Award Committee.

Information for application – Port Nelson Youth Award

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Our Lady of Good Council Award – EXPIRED

Our Lady of Good Council is the patron saint of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada (CWL). It is the intention of the CWL to award two young women of St. Paul the Apostle Parish a bursary of four hundred dollars, ($400) towards her post-secondary education.

Please see application – Our Lady of Good Council Award 2025

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BFCN Scholarships and Awards for Black students – EXPIRED

BFCN are happy to share that the 2025-2026 BFCN Scholarships & Awards application cycle is now live! BFCN will once again be awarding six $1000 scholarships and awards to Black students pursuing post-secondary education in accredited Canadian institutions. All online applications and supporting documents must be submitted by July 31, 2025.

Click the following link to learn more and apply for the 14th Annual BFCN Scholarships: https://bit.ly/BFCNScholarships2025 

How to Apply

• Complete and submit the online Google Form application
• E-mail copies of applicable supporting documents (i.e. proof of acceptance and/or enrollment, a headshot photo, and/or an official transcript) to info@bfcn.ca by July 31st 2025. Ensure that the email subject heading is: BFCN Annual Scholarships 2025-2026: YOUR FIRST NAME YOUR LAST NAME
• For any questions about the application or process please email info@bfcn.ca

BFCN Scholarships and Awards for Black students

BFCN Scholarship Directory

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• Be entering university for the first time in September 2026.
• Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%.
• Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
• Be born between January 1, 2004 and September 1, 2010.

Visit https://loranscholar.ca/ for more information about the award and the application process. Note: Loran scholars must pursue their undergraduate degrees at one of the approved universities.  (see website for school listings) 

2026 The National Scholarship (University of Toronto) – Expired

Students who have been nominated by their schools as National Book Award recipients may submit applications to the National Scholarship Program. The National Scholarship recognizes original and creative thinkers, community leaders and high academic achievers. It is U of T’s most prestigious award for Canadian high school students entering the university.

Eligibility Criteria:

• a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person
• in your final year of Canadian secondary school or first-year CEGEP
• planning to start university in the upcoming academic year (or planning to take a gap year)
• nominated by your school for the U of T National Book Award.

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

Nominees must submit an online application form in order to be considered for the National Scholarship (i.e., nominees are not automatically considered for the scholarship). Nominees will receive an email containing the link to the National Scholarship application form.

National Scholarship Deadline

The deadline for nominees to apply for the 2025 National Scholarship is October 17, 2025 (11:59pm EDT). National Book Award nominees will receive an email with instructions on how to apply for the National Scholars

TD Scholarship for Community Leadership – EXPIRED

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership are open to students across Canada who:

• Have demonstrated community leadership
• Are in their final year of CEGEP (for students in Quebec), or high school (for students outside Quebec).
• Have a minimum overall grade average of 75% (outside Quebec), or a minimum R score of 26 (in Quebec), in their most recently completed school year
• Are Canadian citizens, have permanent resident status, or have protected person status under the Canadian Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Note: Applicants with protected person status must also have a study permit as permitted under the Act.

For details, review our  Terms and Conditions

Applications are open to students in their last year of high school (outside Quebec) or in their last year of CEGEP (in Quebec). Apply online between September 3 and October 22, 2025 For more information please call 1-800-308-8306.

Apply now

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Schulich Leader – Expired

Are you are Schulich leader? Are you graduating high school this year, entering a STEM program at one of the Schulich partner universities (not medical practitioner). Do you meet at least 2 of the following criteria: financial need, excellence in academics, excellent leadership skills? If so, submit your resume to Student Services.  Also, speak to one of your STEM teachers to get a teacher nomination. Notre Dame can select one nominee.  Please submit a resume to Student Service by January 9th 2026.  Visit http://www.schulichleaders.com for details.

This is a prestigious entrance scholarship awarded to high school graduates enrolling in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) programs in one of 20 Canadian partner universities. They are awarding 50 engineering scholarships valued at $120,000 each and 50 science and math scholarships valued at $100,000 each.

• Graduating high school in Canada in the 2025/2026 academic year
• Canadian citizen
• Plan to enroll in an eligible STEM program at one of our partner universities
• Meet the following criteria:
• Entrepreneurial-minded (exhibiting leadership, charisma, and creativity)
• Strong consideration will be given to students with financial need.
• Intend to pursue a career in one or more of the following focus areas: a) Technology b) Engineering c) Entrepreneurship and business enterprise d) Applied scientific research.

We are 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.

Nomination deadline is January 28, 2026

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Queen’s Major Admission Awards (including Chancellor’s Scholarship) – Expired

Students who demonstrate superior academic ability, creative and original thinking, involvement in school or community activities, and proven leadership can apply for a Queen’s major admission award. Notre Dame can nominate 2 students for the Chancellor’s Scholarship.  Please submit a resume to Student Services by October 31st, 2025.  Please be sure to research this scholarship to ensure eligibility.  https://www.queensu.ca/studentawards/admission-awards/major-admission-awards 

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University of Toronto (Wolf Scholars)– Expired

Applications for Wolf Scholars are open for the 2026-2027 academic year. Wolf Scholars applicants must apply separately to the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Arts & Science by the early deadline of November 7th on OUAC. See website for further information U of T – Wolf Scholars.

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National Scholarship Program (Western University) – Expired

In order to be considered for the National Scholarship Program a school nomination is required. Each school is able to nominate up to 4 students for the National Scholarship Program. Please submit a resume to Student Services. Schools are not nominating students for a specific scholarship.  The nomination is for the student to be considered for the scholarships available within the National Scholarship Program.

With the exception of the International President’s Entrance Scholarships and the President’s Entrance Scholarship for Black Students, National Scholarship applicants must be Canadian Citizens or a Permanent Resident of Canada. All applicants must have obtained a minimum overall academic average of 90% on all Grade 12 U/M courses (or equivalent). National Scholarships are available only at Western’s main campus and Faculty Entrance Scholarships are available only within the faculty for which the scholarship has been awarded. You must make an admission application to Western University (main campus) to be considered for these scholarships and you must register as a full-time student. International Baccalaureate and CEGEP students are eligible for consideration. The Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Scholarship has a financial need component. A supplemental application in addition to the National Scholarship application is required for students to be considered. 

The online National Scholarship application and updated documents for the 2025-2026 academic year will be available in mid-November 2025.

National Scholarship Program