Scholarship Value $1,000

Number of Scholarships 2

Description The Icelandic Canadian Club of British Columbia (ICCBC) sponsors scholarships for students of Icelandic ancestry who live in British Columbia and are pursuing post-secondary education. The Club is one of five owners of the Scandinavian Community Centre in Burnaby and runs a wide range of Icelandic cultural activities for members and families. This scholarship program supports both academic and technical studies at accredited institutions and aims to reward scholastic achievement while encouraging participation in club life.

• Scholarships are for students of Icelandic ancestry residing in British Columbia.
• Applicable to academic or technical post‑secondary study at accredited institutions.
• Program supports both new and continuing post‑secondary students.

Eligibility Applicants must meet several specific eligibility criteria to be considered for an ICCBC scholarship. Eligibility requires Icelandic ancestry, British Columbia residency, acceptance to an accredited post‑secondary institution, and full‑time enrolment. In addition, membership in good standing with the Icelandic Canadian Club of B.C. is required for the applicant or for the applicant’s parent or grandparent.

• Applicant must have Icelandic ancestry and be a resident of British Columbia.
• Applicant must be accepted to an accredited post‑secondary institution and be a full‑time student.
• Applicant, parent, or grandparent must be a Club member in good standing.

Award Value and Limits The total number of scholarships and the amount of each award are determined annually by the scholarship committee. Awards are distributed based primarily on scholastic achievement, with consideration given to involvement in the Icelandic Club. Applicants may receive a maximum of two ICCBC scholarships in their lifetime, regardless of category.

• Annual number and value of scholarships are set by the scholarship committee.
• Awards prioritize scholastic achievement; club activity is also considered.
• Maximum of two lifetime scholarships per applicant.

Selection Process A Scholarship Committee reviews applications and makes award recommendations to the supporting organization. Committee members are selected by the supporting organization and evaluate candidates based on academic records and club involvement. The Committee’s recommendations determine the final recipients each year.

• Scholarship Committee members are chosen by the supporting organization.
• Committee evaluates scholastic performance and club participation.
• Final award decisions are made on the Committee’s recommendation.

Application Timeline and Submission Completed applications and all required attachments must be received by the committee no earlier than June 1st. Applications may be mailed or hand‑delivered; no electronic submission process is specified in the provided information. Applicants should confirm any additional timing requirements or final deadlines with the Club before applying.

• Applications should not be submitted before June 1st.
• Submit by mail or hand delivery to the address below.
• Verify current-year deadlines with the Club if uncertain.

Submission Address Use the following address for mailed or hand-delivered scholarship applications and enclosures.

• Icelandic Canadian Club of BC Scholarship Committee
• c/o Scandinavian Community Centre
• 6540 Thomas Street, Burnaby, BC V5B 4P9

Required Documents The application packet must include all items listed on the application form to be considered complete. Required enclosures include proof of Icelandic heritage, the completed application form, the applicant’s Social Insurance Number, an acceptance letter from the post‑secondary institution, official transcripts, a personal letter from the applicant, and a photograph. Incomplete packages may not be evaluated.

• Proof of Icelandic heritage and completed application form.
• Social Insurance Number and acceptance letter from the institution.
• Transcripts, applicant’s personal letter, and a photograph.

Membership Details The Icelandic Canadian Club of B.C. is an active community organization with roughly 350 members and a variety of cultural programs for all ages. Membership supports the Club’s activities and is required (for the applicant or a parent/grandparent) to qualify for scholarship eligibility. Membership currently costs $25.00.

• Club membership is about 350 people and offers Icelandic cultural activities.
• Membership (applicant or parent/grandparent) is required for eligibility.
• Current membership fee is $25.00.