Black Excellence Scholarship Award– closes Friday April 10, 2026
The Black Excellence Scholarship Award recognizes eligible candidates from Grade 12 across Halton High Schools . This Award highlights the importance of empowering youth through education and exemplary leadership skills.
Criteria for the award is available https://www.africancaribbean.ca/acch-esa Grade 12 students of African/Caribbean descent are encouraged to apply.
The application closes on April 10, 2026
CWL St. Dominic Council Christian Living Award
The CWL of St. Dominic Parish will be offering a $500 award to a student who meets the following criteria:
– female student from St. Dominic
– demonstrates leadership qualities and a positive and Christian attitude.
– going to University or College
Applicants must write a one-page letter with a summary of her current involvement in school and Church activities as well as her plans for the upcoming year and future goals.
Letters should be sent directly by the student to cwl@saintdominic.ca by May 15th , 2026.
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships
St. Thomas Aquinas is now accepting nomination letters for The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships. Please read the eligibility requirements below carefully:
To be eligible to apply to the Pearson International Scholarship, you must be:
· An international student (i.e., a non-Canadian requiring a study permit).
· Currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2025
· Beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2026 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2026 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered)
Pearson Scholars are students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and creativity, who are accepted as leaders within their school, and who have the potential to contribute to the global community in the future.
Please submit your one-page nomination letter to student services by October 2ND , 2025.
Loran Scholarships
APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2026 LORAN AWARD ARE NOW OPEN!
Loran are thrilled to announce that once again this year they are offering as many as 36 Loran Awards to students entering university in the fall of 2026 who distinguish themselves through their strength of character, commitment to service, and intrinsic sense of values-driven leadership. They are accepting applications from now until Thursday, Oct. 16th, 2025, at noon.
For more information please visit https://loranscholar.ca/the-program/how-to-apply/
May Court Club of Oakville
The May Court Club of Oakville is offering scholarship opportunities for students entering a post secondary program in Canada.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Attend a publicly funded secondary school or adult learning/continuing education centre in Oakville
- Documented financial need
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to your school and/or community through your volunteer work – successful applicants typically surpass the provincial requirement of 40 hours of volunteer service
- Acceptance to a post-secondary degree, diploma, certificate, or apprenticeship program in Canada
Key Dates:
February 4th, 2026 – Applications go live on Oakville Community Foundation’s Education Awards Hub https://www.theocf.org/initiative/community-education-awards-hub/
April 20th , 2026 – Application Deadline
Any Questions? Contact the Scholarship Committee scholarships@maycourt.ca
Oakville/Halton Medical Professional Staff Association Leadership in Action Scholarship
The Leadership in Action Scholarship is designed to recognize and support outstanding high school seniors who exemplify exceptional leadership qualities, a commitment to community service, and academic excellence. This scholarship aims to empower the next generation of leaders who are dedicated to making a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
Eligibility Criteria:
– Applicants must be high school seniors in Oakville with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
– Demonstrated leadership experience through school, community, or extracurricular activities.
– A record of community service, showcasing a commitment to helping others and improving local environments.
– Student should be continuing in post secondary school in a science related program.
– Submission of a personal essay detailing the applicant’s leadership experiences, community service contributions, and academic goals.
Scholarship Benefits:
– Award amount: $500
Application Deadline:
All applications must be submitted to HCCF by May 30.
Recipients will be announced in early June.
Please see your Guidance Counselor by TUESDAY MAY 26TH if interested in applying for this Award
Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN)
The Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN) invites graduating high school students in Ontario to apply for our annual bursary program.
OJEN’s 2026 Bursary Program is now receiving applications
Are you considering a career in law? You might be eligible to apply for our bursaries!
Bursaries are available for graduating high school students in Ontario entering post-secondary education this fall. Each successful applicant receives between $1,000-1,500.
When you apply, you are considered for bursaries provided by the Association of Justices of the Peace of Ontario, the Association of Ontario Judges, and the Ontario Superior Court Judges’ Association.
To learn more, please visit: ojen.ca/program/bursaries-grade-12-students
Submit your application by Friday, 29 May 2026.
Questions? Contact: bursary@ojen.ca
Each year, OJEN administers bursaries for students with an interest in justice sector careers. The bursaries assist students who demonstrate academic excellence, commitment to their studies, and financial need.
OPTIMIST CLUB OF OAKVILLE – 2026 Don MacDonald Student Optimist Bursary Awards
- The Optimist Club of Oakville is offering ten$2,500 bursaries
- For graduating Oakville High School students
- For students in financial need
- Students must have demonstrated leadership and a commitment to volunteerism
TO APPLY…Applications are to be submitted onthe “Community Education Awards Hub”of the Oakville Community Foundation, at www.theocf.org.
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 23, 2026.
Queens University Chancellor Scholarship
Students interested in applying for the Queens Chancellor Scholarship and plan on attending Queens are asked to please submit the completed application to Student Services by Wednesday November 5th, 2025
This Scholarship does require a school nomination. For more information about the scholarship please visit https://www.queensu.ca/registrar/financial-aid/application-required/future-students/major-awards
Please note Queens has numerous other scholarships. You can view these by looking at All Major Admission Awards.
Nomination form here: Queens Chancellors Scholarship nomination form
St. Andrew’s Award (sponsored by CWL and St. Andrew’s Parish)
With the help of the St. Andrew’s Parish, the Catholic Women’s League is offering $300 awards to two Parish youth, male or female, in their high school graduating year, who give witness to the core values of:
- Faith,
- Service to community (church, school, home), and
- Commitment to Social Justice through helping the vulnerable.
Applicants are asked to write a 500-word essay explaining how these values are important in their lives. Interested youth should submit their letters by May 1, 2026 to the Parish Office.
Schulich Scholarship
A Schulich Leader is a Nominee who has been selected by one of our 20 partner universities to receive $120,000 or $100,000 to pursue an undergraduate degree in an eligible STEM program. In addition to this large financial award, they join an elite network and benefit from student enrichment opportunities throughout the year. Only Schulich Leader Nominees are eligible to become Schulich Leaders
Student eligibility criteria:
- Graduate high school or cégep in the 2024/2025 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 pursue a career in academia or conduct theoretical research
How to Apply
Nomination applications are due Tuesday December 9th, 2025, for the Schulich Leader Scholarship.
Please CLICK HERE for the nomination form.
Interested applicants should submit their essay by May 1, 2026 to the Parish Office (or to the STA Guidance Office by April 28th who will then forward to the Parish Office.
Sean Jackson Scholarship
Meridan’s Sean Jackson Scholarship celebrates Ontario high school students who lead with purpose and creative positive change in their communities
Application information can be found here SJS
University of Toronto National Book Award
The University of Toronto National Book is awarded to a student who demonstrates superior academic performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional extra-curricular achievement in a broad context. Students must apply before October 17th, 2025, if they intend to apply for the National Scholarship. You must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person, currently in your final year of secondary school.
If you would like to be considered for this book award, please email a one-page nomination letter to your guidance counselor by Thursday October 2nd, 2025. In the letter, please outline why you should be the school’s nominee.
The award winner will be presented with a Book at Graduation in June
If you have any questions, please speak to your counselor.
University of Toronto National Scholarship Program
The National Scholarship Program 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.
Award Value
- The National Scholarship Program covers tuition, incidental fees and residence fees for up to four years of study.
- Runners-up will 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.
Eligibility
- Students must be:
- a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person;
- enrolled in their final year of Canadian secondary school or first-year CEGEP; and
- planning to start university in the upcoming academic year (or planning to take a gap year)
- Students must be nominated by your school for the U of T National Book Award.
- Students must demonstrate superior academic performance, original and creative thought, exceptional achievement in a broad context and have a strong involvement in the lives of their school and communities.
Important Dates
- School nomination deadline for the National Book Award: October 2, 2025 – letter to Guidance Counselor
- Student deadline to apply for admission to U of T: October 17, 2025
- Student deadline to apply for the 2025 National Scholarship: October 31, 2025
For more information on our website , including an application timeline:
More about the National Scholarship
Western-National-Scholarship-Application
National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of learning. National Scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. A special emphasis is placed on a candidate’s commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community life. For the Western National application, see the application below.
For more information about each scholarship in the program please visit: UWO National Scholarship Program
- STA can nominate up to 4 students for the National Scholarship Program (note: a school can nominate 1 additional student (in addition to the 4) if that student is an international (visa) student).
To be nominated please read the criteria carefully and complete the NOMINATION APPLICATION below:
- This completed application is due to student services by Friday January 9th, 2026.
- Selected candidates have until Feb 14th, 2026, to complete their scholarship application
ST. ANDREW’S PARISH AND CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE AWARD – Sponsored by St. Andrew Parish and the CWL
St. Andrew Parish, in conjunction with the Catholic Women’s League (CWL) offers $300 awards to two Parish youth, male or female, in their high school graduating year, who give witness to the core values of:
· Faith,
· Service to community (church, school, home), and
· Commitment to Social Justice through helping the vulnerable.
Applicants are asked to write a 500-word essay explaining how these values are important in their lives. Interested youth should submit their letters by May 1, 2026 to the Parish Office.
