The John F. Hamilton Scholarship is an annual scholarship of $3,500 (increased from $2,500 in 2010) awarded to a student connected to the insurance industry, who is pursuing a post-secondary education. The scholarship was established by friends and members of Insurance Brokers Association of B.C. in 1999 and is funded in part from proceeds of IBABC's annual golf tournament. The scholarship celebrates the contributions of Jack Hamilton (1931–1998), who earned his Commerce degree from the University of B.C. in 1955 and contributed to the insurance profession immensely over a long and distinguished career. He was honoured as Insurance Person of...

The Credit Union Foundation of BC was established by BC credit unions in 1958 to support their 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 15 Spring: May 1 – June 15 Fall: September 1 – October 15 Only online applications will be accepted. Criteria: Applicants who do not meet the following criteria are not eligible for a bursary. A) All applicants must have a...

Children of insurance industry practitioners can give their post-secondary education a leg-up with one of several scholarships available. The John M. Toomer Education Scholarship is: A) Administered by IBABC. B) Awarded each spring. C) $5,000 for first or subsequent year of study in a post-secondary institution. D) Applicants must be employees or relatives of BC insurance industry practitioners. E) Applicants must show commitment to community service, extra-curricular activities, and mentoring or tutoring others. F) Added preference given to applicants intending to pursue a career in the education field upon completion of post-secondary studies. G) Preference given to applicants with a...

The Betty Spalton Trust Fund was established in 1999 to provide financial support to individuals obtaining an education in fields associated with the road building and heavy construction industry. Promoting diversity within the industries is a goal of the scholarship, applicants of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. The fund honours Betty Spalton, an industry and Association leader who made important contributions to our sector. The Betty Spalton Scholarship is merit-based, and awards the successful candidate(s) $1,500 to be used for study and living expenses. About Betty Spalton The fund honours Betty Spalton, a respected and memorable leader in...

A) The Icelandic Canadian Club of British Columbia scholarships are awarded to students of Icelandic ancestry who are residents of British Columbia and are beginning or continuing a program of postsecondary education. B) Applicants, parents or grandparents must be members in good standing of the Icelandic Canadian Club of B.C. C) Awards will be given according to scholastic achievement. Consideration will be given to members active in the Icelandic Club. D) The scholarship committee shall endeavor to award a minimum of two scholarships each year for an amount determined by the Scholarship Committee. Additional awards may be considered and authorized...

Children of insurance industry practitioners can give their post-secondary education a leg-up with one of several scholarships available to them. The A.H.B. "Spoon" Wotherspoon Memorial Scholarship is: A) Administered by IBABC. B) Awarded each spring. C) $1,000 for first year of post-secondary education. D) Applicants must be employees or relatives of BC insurance industry practitioners. E) Applicants must show a commitment to community service. F) Preference given to applicants with a connection to an IBABC member.

The Education Awards Program helps residents in a household directly receiving subsidy from BC Housing, or receiving rental assistance through the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) at the start of courses pursue their educational goals as a way to achieve success and personal growth. The bursaries and awards are for post-secondary education and training programs. We offer five education awards and bursaries. We encourage you to apply for as many awards as you're eligible for. We grant one award a year to each successful applicant based on academic achievement and financial need. Award & Bursaries 1) BC Housing Bursary Award winners...

ELIGIBILITY All entrants must be: A) A resident of British Columbia B) About to enter, or continue, a program of study at a post-secondary educational institution in Canada C) Not a winner of a BCCHS Scholarship on a previous occasion AWARDS Up 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, or B) To the awardee's account at the institution...

Kirby Kennedy was a coach in KMHA at the Initiation and Atom House Levels. Kirby was a kind and caring man who gave many hours of himself to work with the young players in KMHA. Kirby died suddenly in December of 1995. In his memory, a scholarship of $500 has been created. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student (male or female) who best meets the following criteria: 1. Graduates from grade 12 in a Kamloops area high school with above average marks in all subjects. 2. Has played hockey or officiated in KMHA for a minimum of...

The Joan Wright Scholarship was created in October 1986. Joan was involved in establishing the concessions in the arenas and was President of the KMHA Parents Auxiliary. She is recognized for her devotion to concession operations to keep minor hockey fees reasonable. In her memory, a scholarship of $500 has been created. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student (male or female) who best meets the following criteria: 1. Graduates from grade 12 in a Kamloops area high school with above average marks in all subjects. 2. Has played hockey or officiated in KMHA for a minimum of...

Randy Lindros was a fine young defenseman who last played for the Kamloops Jardine Blazers (Bantam AAA). Randy passed away suddenly in December of 1995. In his memory, a scholarship of $500 has been created. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student (male or female) who best meets the following criteria: 1. Graduates from grade 12 in a Kamloops area high school with above average marks in all subjects. 2. Has played hockey for a minimum of 2 years to at least the bantam level and has shown good sportsmanship, leadership and character. 3. Plans to attend a...

Pollard and Perrin Orthodontics Scholarship Eligibility:To be eligible for the "West Kelowna Orthodontics Scholarship" a student must:1) Be attending college or university no later than September of 2023.2) Be attending college or university on a full-time or part-time basis no later than September of 2023.3) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.4) Be a Canadian resident living anywhere in British Columbia.5) Submit answers to the essay questions no later than 11:59 PM EST on the day of the deadline.*Note that you can be enrolled in any field of study.