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 2026

· Beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2027 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2027 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 1^st, 2026.

Loran Scholarships

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2027 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. 15^th, 2026, at noon.

For more information please visit https://loranscholar.ca/the-program/how-to-apply/

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. 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 1^st, 2026. 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 are nominated by STA, you will also be given exclusive access to apply for the University of Toronto National Scholarship Program. To be considered students must apply to the University of Toronto before October 16, 2026.

If you have any questions, please speak to your counselor.