The UBC Centennial Scholars Entrance Award program assists students who are transitioning to UBC from secondary school or another post-secondary institution. The purpose of the program is to financially support academically qualified students who show an interest in joining and contributing to the UBC community, but who would not be able to attend without significant financial assistance. Through the program, new students can access a variety of one-time and renewable awards of up to $80,000.Are you eligible?To be considered for the Centennial Scholars Entrance Award :You must be a strong academic student and meet all UBC admissions requirements.You must demonstrate...

Royal Roads offers Entrance Awards and Entrance Bursaries through this inclusive awarding system that provides an applicant the opportunity to put forward a description of their unique life experience that led them to studying at this university.The Royal Roads Entrance Award program recognizes prospective students who have demonstrated achievement through academic or other preparation in one of Royal Roads’ major theme areas: business, communication and culture, education and technology, environment and sustainability, humanitarian studies, leadership studies, and tourism and hospitality.The Royal Roads Entrance Bursary program recognizes prospective students who have selflessly dedicated their time and energy to volunteerism and community...

The Pathway to Teacher Education scholarship is awarded to 20 outstanding high school graduates who have demonstrated a commitment to and aptitude for a career in K–12 teaching.Students selected for this award receive a $5,000 scholarship voucher from the Ministry of Education and Child Care that they can use to be reimbursed for tuition paid after they are attending an approved teacher education program in the Faculty of Education at a B.C. post-secondary institution. To qualify, the program must lead to eligibility to apply for a B.C. teaching certificate and teach in the K–12 school system in this province.Students have...

The BC Excellence scholarship is awarded to 55 high school graduates who have demonstrated service and leadership, both at school and in their communities, and who show aptitude for and commitment to their chosen career or area of post-secondary study.Students selected for this award receive a $5,000 scholarship voucher from the Ministry of Education and Child Care that they can use to be reimbursed for tuition paid after they are attending a post-secondary institution that is designated by the Province of B.C. (i.e., approved for Canada Student Loans) or a program provider that is approved by SkilledTradesBC.Students have five years...

Eligible recipients must enroll in a vocational or technical degree, certificate, or diploma program at a government or not-for-profit institution, such as a community college or technical school. The scholarship cannot be used at a for-profit institution.EligibilityThe Seaspan VTE Scholarships are awarded to eligible students in British Columbia.To be eligible for the Horatio Alger Seaspan Vocational and Technical Education Scholarship Program, an applicant must:Have completed high school (or earned high school equivalency credential) by July 1Applying or enrolled for Fall 2024 in a vocational or technical certificate program at a government or not-for-profit institution with direct pathways to employmentDemonstrated financial...

The Credit Union Foundation of BC was established by BC credit unions in 1958 to support our members in their journey through post-secondary education. In this co-operative spirit, credit unions have helped thousands of members pursue their dreams and in turn build stronger and more vibrant communities.The CUFBC has three application periods each year:Winter: January 1 – February 15Spring: May 1 – June 15Fall: September 1 – October 15Only online applications will be accepted.Our spring application period will be open from May 1 to June 15. A link to the award application form will be posted to this page on...

There is one common APPLICATION FORM for the following four bursaries: Martin Riedemann, BC Cattlemen's Association, Rob Starr Memorial Bursary, RBC Dominion Securities, Pinantan Pemberton and the Valene & Wayne Everett.Martin Riedemann Annual Bursary  Value: $1,500Application deadline: March 1st.This bursary was established in 1975 in honour of Martin Riedemann of Alkali Lake Ranch who passed away in a boating accident at the lake.  At the time of his passing, Martin Riedemann was Vice-President of the BC Cattlemen's Association.The purpose of this bursary is to assist worthy students from ranching families to further their education in any desired field of study.BC...

Are you a young woman aged 14 to 17, actively volunteering in your community or school?If you embrace challenges, see hope where others see despair, and believe in the impact of volunteerism, you could qualify for the Soroptimist Bonnie McLaren Award! This accolade honours young women making a positive difference in the world through their volunteer endeavours.Applications will be accepted between February 15 and March 31 of each year and the successful recipient will be notified by the end of April.To Apply for the Bonnie McLaren Award:Read information & eligibility criteria in the Award Info SheetDownload the Application Form and...

The Mary Ashworth Scholarship was established by BC TEAL in 1988 on the occasion of Mary Ashworth’s retirement from the University of British Columbia. The scholarship honours her outstanding contributions to BC TEAL and the English language profession in Canada.The Mary Ashworth Scholarship is for a graduate or undergraduate student studying in the field of TESL/TESOL or Applied Linguistics. Preference will be given to a student attending a university in British Columbia. The scholarship can be used to cover travel and/or accommodation costs for attending or participating in a provincial, national or international English language conference. The scholarship is valued...

Two scholarship awards presented for student works relating to any aspect of British Columbia history. Winning submissions may be published in British Columbia History magazine or on the BCHF website. Winners are announced at the BCHF annual conference and through media channels.Deadline to apply = March 1Awards = Two awards, one for first or second-year students ($750),  and one for third or fourth-year students ($1,000)Eligibility = Submission of a work created by a current student during a course from a BC post-secondary institution. The work may be on any topic related to the history of British Columbia, and must be...

ELIGIBILITYAll entrants must be:A) A resident of British ColumbiaB) About to enter, or continue, a program of study at a post-secondary educational institution in CanadaC) Not a winner of a BCCHS Scholarship on a previous occasionAWARDSUp to three awards may be made. Each award will be for $500. The award must be used only for tuition fees and must be used within 12 months of being granted.Payment will be made either:A) Directly to the awardee on provision of a receipt from the institution, orB) To the awardee's account at the institution if:1) evidence of fees payment is provided, and2) it...

The BC Hydro Power Pioneers annual Community Service Awards recognize students who dedicate a significant amount of their time and energy to volunteering in their local communities. There are up to twenty $500 awards available to students in British Columbia.We’re looking for students who have made outstanding contributions in their local 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 local communities.We’re looking for students who are:Canadian citizens or permanent residents of BC attending a BC schoolGraduating from high school in June...