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BRDHS Scholarship profile 2017-2018

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Belle River District High School: Scholarships

Note: The following scholarships are a sample of possible scholarships and certainly not a complete list. Don not hesitate to use all resources available to you and continue to conduct research on your own. See a Guidance Counsellor for help anytime!

Watch for our Noble Flying N for Scholarships created for BRDHS students.

Watch for our Greater Essex Country District School Board logo for Scholarships created for our GECDSB students.

Watch for this logo: for Scholarships specific to our area. Don’t forget to:

• Take them time necessary to complete each scholarship’s application process

• Gather the necessary documents. Get transcripts from Guidance (48 hours notice please). Give ample notice to anyone from whom you request a reference letter (providing them with some key points about you and your accomplishments can make their task easier)

• Respect each application’s DEADLINE!!!! For University or College Bound Students

Name: Frank & Lisa Greco Family Foundation Target: College or University Deadline: March 31st 2018 Profile: $2,000-$5,000 Criteria: Positive contribution to your school (extra-curricular participation)

Outstanding community leadership Academic performance (Minimum 85% in Gr10, Gr11 & Gr 12 (in progress)) Procedure:

• Letter of recommendation from a teacher • Letter of recommendation for someone in the community • 1 page accomplishment portfolio • Application form and complete available information in Guidance • Special consideration for students from Belle River District High School and Hon.

W.C. Kennedy Collegiate Institute


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Name: Sheila Kurtz Memorial Scholarship Target: College or University Deadline: March 31st 2018 Profile: $1,000 Criteria: Any BRDHS student may apply. Preference may be given to a student who has

exhibited a talent in either the visual arts and/or photography. 2. The student will be attending a post-secondary institution in September, 2018. Please note

that the student's post-secondary program DOES NOT have to be linked to either the visual arts or photography

Procedure: • Application form and complete available information in Guidance • Paragraph answers to 3 questions as outlined on the application form

Name: Essex Rotary Club Merit Award Target: College or University Deadline: May 15 2018 Profile: $1,000 + Procedure: Complete a 2-3 page letter of application stating:

• Details of your involvement in school and community events, especially those involving Rotary and/or mission trips (well above the 40 hours required for OSSD completion)

• An understanding of the Rotary motto “Service above Self” and why it is important for all citizens to understand this

• Return application to Guidance Name: TD Canada Trust Scholarship for Community Leadership Target: College or University Deadline: November 2018 Profile: full tuition, $7500 a year towards living expenses and an offer of summer

employment at TD Canada Trust Criteria: Outstanding community leadership Academic performance (75% minimum) Procedure:

• Application form (www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship)

• Essay of up to 600 words in length re: community involvement

• Letter of recommendation for school

• 3 letters of support from your community

• Transcript

• Essay of 250 words re: your personal circumstances + Essay (250 words) re: describe your activities (not required)

Name: The Harold Hewitt Scholarship (HHS) (Windsor Family Credit Union) Target: College or University Deadline: Usually October


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Profile: 4 awards of $500 Procedure:

• Application form (www.windsorfamily.com)

• Essay (no more than 100 words)

Name: Zonta Young Women in Public Affairs Target: College or University Deadline: March Profile: $1000 awards Criteria: Women 21 years of age or younger currently enrolled in a secondary school + commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and commitment to the advancement of the status of women. Procedure:

• Official application • 3 letters of recommendations from adults • Transcripts • Current photograph • Mail to: Rosemary Verlinden, 3741 Byng Road, Windsor, ON. N8W 3J3

Name: OSSTF District 9 Scholarships Target: College or University Deadline: May 31 2018 Profile: 4 x $500 Criteria:

• children of members of OSSTF District 9 • should have attained a level of excellence in their area of proficiency

Procedure: • application form (www.osstf9.com/scholarships.html); OSSTF members typically

receive an email copy of the application. • one letter of reference from a school staff member

Name: Junior Achievement Scholarship and Bursary Fund Target: College or University Deadline: March 31st 2018 Profile: Bursary: $250 / award Scholarship:2 x $2,000 (one male, one female) Criteria: maintained a 70% grade average or higher Demonstrated spirit of community service 2 page essay Procedure:

• application form (available on the Board’s website www.publicboard.ca) • Transcript • 2 letters of Reference (one from a teacher and one from the community

Name: RBC Royal Bank Scholarship Target: College or University Deadline: Opens in November Profile: 10 x $2,018 Criteria: Minimum of 65% average


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Illustrate some involvement in any or all of the following areas: community leadership; extra-curricular activities, special endeavours or circumstances; volunteer service; outside interests and/or hobbies; career and educational objectives Procedure:

• Application form (www.scholarships.rbc.com) Undergraduate students • Transcript • Sample of your work • Mail package to RBC Royal Bank Financial Lifeskills Scholarships, 260 Adelaide

St East, P.O. Box 89, Toronto, ON. M5A 1N1

Name: Charles A. Diemer Memorial Scholarship (Essex County Federation of

Agriculture (ECFA) Target: College/ University, preferably enrolling in agriculture related courses Deadline: August 31st 2018 Profile: 1- $1,000 award Criteria: entering 1st, 2nd or 3rd year post-secondary; student from a family of a current ECFA member Procedure: application form available in Guidance or contact the ECFA office at 519-776-5159 or [email protected]

Name: Charles Diemer Memorial Community Service Excellence Award (by the

Belle River Knights of Columbus Council #2775) Target: College/ University/ Apprenticeship/ Workplace Deadline: May 15th 2018 Profile: $100 Criteria: Student with the highest number of community service hours during high school Procedure: Form to be completed (available in Guidance)+ copy of high school community

hours form. Name: Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Target: College/ University Deadline: February 1st 2018 Profile: 20 awards Criteria: Commitment to voluntary humanitarian work and fulfillment of other program

requirements (ex. Courage in overcoming an obstacle) Procedure: application form available at www.terryfoxawards.ca (must be mailed) Name: Libro Community Builder Scholarships Target: College University Deadline: Spring Profile: 12 scholarships for a total of $36,000 Procedure:

• Application form www.libro.ca (scholarship link)


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Name: Siro Martinello Memorial Bursary Criteria:

• students who have achieved a C average or better • demonstrated a dedicated work ethic • have shown leadership and concern for others through their participation in extra-

curricular activities • attending University of Windsor or St.Clair College

Application: • Applicant’s letter • Transcript • References (3) • Application form from Guidance

Value: $500 (x4) Name: Junior Achievement Scholarship and Bursary Fund Target: College or University Deadline: Submission to Guidance by March 31st 2018 Profile: 1 system-wide Scholarship (amount TBD) 1 system-wide bursary (based on financial need) (amount TBD) Criteria: Student must have demonstrated leadership, initiative and achievement while

participating in programs within the school system, contributed to school activities and maintained good academic standing.

Student must have demonstrated participation in volunteer and/or community activities

Student must have demonstrated financial need for the bursary award (but not for the scholarship)

Procedure:

• Complete the application form (www.gecdsb.on.ca)

• Essay Name: Burger King Scholars Target: College or University Deadline: The application period for the 2018-2019 school year begins on Oct. 15, 2017 and closes Dec. 15, 2017 Profile: $1,000 - $50,000 Criteria: •Students who demonstrate an active leadership role in community service, athletics, and/or similar co-curricular activity (such as student government, team sports, fraternal life, etc); and,Students who demonstrate substantial work experience, students with good academic achievement, Procedure: all information and application available at www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram Name: Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario Scholarship Target: College or University Deadline: June 30th 2018


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Profile: Criteria: Write a 500 word essay regarding Women’s Institutes; transcript; three signed reference leeters (maximum 2 from your school). Application available in guidance or at www.fwio.on.ca Name: June Callwood Harmony Scholarship Target: College or University Deadline: June 30 2018 Profile: Criteria: •Applicant must have been highly active in advocating against discrimination and promoting equity and inclusion in their schools and communities. “We particularly encourage applications from youth who identify as: racialized/ a person of colour, First Nations, Metis or Inuit, LGBTQ, a person with a disability, a person from a low-income household, a newcomer, someone who has experienced systemic barriers based on a part of their identity not listed above”. Procedure: application form (available online or in Guidance) ; application essay (300-500 words), references; Name: National Union Tommy Douglas Scholarship (Nupge) Target: College or University Deadline: July 6 2018 Profile: $1,500 Criteria: All children/ grandchildren of National Union of Public and General Employees Procedure: Application form; www.nupge.ca

750-1,000 word essay “How Tommy Douglas’ life contributed to making Canada a more just and equitable society. Send to: Tommy Douglas Scholarship, National Union of Public and General Employees, 15 Auriga Drive, Nepean, ON. K2E 1B7

Name: Sherron Hogan Memorial Scholarship Fund Target: College or University Deadline: April 29th 2018 Profile: varies (minimum of $5,000) Criteria: •Student must have experienced the impact of cancer either personally or within

his/her immediate family., the student must have limited financial resources. Procedure: all information and application available in Guidance or at http://windsorcancerfoundation.org/sherron-hogan-memorial-scholarship-fund/ Name: J.F. Allen Scholarship (Teachers Life Scholarship and Bursary Awards) Target: College/ University Deadline: March 31st 2018 Profile: 2- $3,000 awards x 4 years (one male, one female) Criteria: Involvement in your school and community, where you have demonstrated that

“give back” attitude and excellence in initiative and leadership Procedure: application form available at the Teachers Life website (parent or grandparent

must be a member)


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Name: Teachers Life Bursary (Teachers Life Scholarship and Bursary Awards) Target: College/ University Deadline: March 31st 2018 Profile: 2- $1,000 awards (one male, one female) Criteria: Involvement in your school and community, where you have demonstrated that

“give back” attitude and excellence in initiative and leadership Procedure: application form available at the Teachers Life website www.teacherslife.com

(parent or grandparent must be a member) Name: Harold Hewitt Scholarship (Ontario Credit Union Foundtion Youth Bursary) Target: College/ University/ Apprenticeship Profile: $1,000 - $2,000 x 40 Criteria: Demonstrated financial need, and community involvement Deadline: April 30 – June 30 2018 Procedure: application form; 500 word essay; two letters of reference Application available at https://ocuf.org/bursary

For University Bound Students Name: The Loran Award Target: University Deadline: Sponsored applicants Oct. 18 2018 Direct Pool applicants Oct.2018 Profile: 30 renewable awards of $8,000 (x 4 years)

42 one-time awards of $3,000 40 one-time $2,000

Criteria: Be involved in strengthening your community Show leadership and initiative Have a general average of 85% or higher Procedure:

• Application form www.loranaward.ca

Name: Bill Eansor Award sponsored by The Alumni Association Board of

Directors Criteria:

• 80% average minimum • attending University of Windsor full-time

Deadline: May 1st 2018 Value: $5,000 ($1,250 x 4 years) Procedure:

• application form available at www.uwindsor.ca/awards (follow links or search award name)

• transcript • 2 sealed letters of reference (one from a teacher, one from a person in the

community)


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Name: Patrick F. and Elsie J Horwood Bursary Fund Target: University Deadline: October 31st Profile: One or more bursaries valued up to $700 Criteria: Must be full-time students who are graduates of St.Anne’s, L’Essor or BRDHS

who have resided in the Town of Tecumseh for at least 12 months Minimum average of C+ Procedure:

• Apply on-line through the Student Information System [Go to Awards Information] at the University of Windsor web-site: http://www.uwindsor.ca

Name: Chrysler Canada Scholarship Benefit for Dependent Children Profile: $1,500/ year Procedure: form to complete found at

http://www.greenshield.ca (for Claim forms for scholarship program for dependent children).

Name: Anthony Di Lena Pathways Award for At-Risk Students Deadline: May 15 2018 Criteria: Students who succeed despite personal obstacles, bullying, violence, socio-

economic disadvantages, mental health issues or academic challenges - Must be nominated by a teacher, Student Success Teacher or Guidance

Counsellor - www.osca.ca (“About Us”) (“CARSO”)

For University or College Bound Students (for specific programs) Name: The Vari Scholarship/ Bursary Target: University Deadline: February 2018 Profile: $10,000 x 2 (renewable to $50,000) Criteria:

• Attending University of Toronto and interested in becoming a school teacher • Must demonstrate through extracurricular activities a genuine interest and

commitment to teaching as a profession • High academic standing

Procedure: • Personal statement and completed form

(www.vic.utoronto.ca/future_students/awards/vari_scholarship_Bursary.htm) • Financial statement • Reference statements • Transcript • See Guidance for forms


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Name: Homecrafts Division of the Colchester South and Harrow Agricultural

Society Scholarship (Harrow Fair) Criteria:

Enrolment in a college or university in a course of study relating to agriculture, veterinarian services, horticultural studies, environmental studies, applied human nutrition or food services

Minimum of “B” average in Grade 12 Preference will be given to students who have been involved with the Harrow Fair in

some manner Deadline: Unavailable Value: $500 (x2) Name: MEA (Municipal Engineers Association) Award Target: Deadline: April 2018 Profile: 10 x $1,500 Criteria: Interest in, and contribution to, their community through active participation in extra-curricular activities Intend to pursue a career related to municipal engineering or public works Procedure:

• Application form www.municipalengineers.on.ca public website • Curriculum vitae (Resume) • 500 word essay on an engineering-related topic

Name: Canadian Hospitality Foundation Target: College University Deadline: varies Profile: various Criteria: Must pursue one of the following areas of study: Culinary, Hotel, Tourism, Events, Food and Beverage, Hospitality, Resort Procedure:

• Info available online at (www.thechf.ca)

• Transcript

• Reference letters Name: Ontario Hostelery Institute Target: College or University (or University after 2 yr. college program) Deadline: April 2018 Profile: 8 scholarships of $2,000 each Criteria: Must be entering College in a foodservice-hospitality diploma program (Culinary,

Hotel, Tourism, Food and Beverage, Hospitality, Resort, Events) Procedure:

• Application (www.theohi.ca)

• Transcript


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• Letter(s) of recommendation from school

• Letter(s) of recommendation of employers/ volunteer coordinator Name: Canadian Retail Institute Target: Deadline: Applications available January 2018 Profile: over $30,000 in scholarships and benefits available Criteria: Entering Retail as a Career Procedure:

• Application (www.retaileduction.ca), Sidebar “Scholarship program”

Name: The Bill lamb Memorial Bursary Criteria:

GECDSB students Community College in the Developmental Support Workers Program Above average student Of good character and must have made worthwhile contributions to school and

community activities Application:

Application form www.publicboard.ca Transcript

Value: $500 Name: Monsanto Canada Opportunity Scholarship Criteria:

Students from family farms who have successfully enrolled at a Canadian education institution in agriculture and food-related studies

Applications: Application form (available at www.monsanto.ca) (opportunity scholarship) Application essay 300-500 words “in what area of agriculture or forestry would you like to

work and why?” Two reference letters Transcript

Deadline: June 15 2018 Name: Foresters Scholarship Program Target: Technical Studies College University Deadline: Application available December 1st 2017. Deadline February 27th 2018 Profile: up to 320 scholarships of $2,000 Criteria: Member or (family of member) of Forresters Minimum of 75% average Minimum of 40 hours community involvement Procedure:

• Proof of 40 hours of community involvement

• Reference letters


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• Proof of academic performance

• Application form (www.foresters.biz) Search: Scholarships

Name: The AIA Scholarship Awards Target: College or University Deadline: various Profile: various Criteria: Students enrolled in an automotive program Procedure: www.aiacanada.com Sidebar “Scholarships”

Name: Essex ’89 International Plowing Match Scholarship Target: College or University Deadline: June 30th 2018 Profile: $400 each Criteria: Living within the County of Essex Preferences will be given to those applicants planning to enroll in agricultural, environmental or food and nutrition courses Scholastic standing (30%), Community involvement (30%), Career Goals (20%), School Activities (10%), Judges Opinion (10%) Procedure:

• Application form (available in Guidance) • Return to Essex County Federation of Agriculture, 360 Fairview Ave West, Suite

320, Essex, ON., N8M 3G4 Name: AEA Educational Foundation Scholarship Program Target: College or University Deadline: April 1 2016 Profile: $1,000 - $4,000 Criteria: Studying to become an aircraft engineer or mechanic Procedure: http://www.aea.net/educational foundation/scholarships.asp Name: Ontario Aerospace Council Scholarship Target: College or University Deadline: May 16 2018 Profile: $1,800 (2 available) Criteria: Entering an aerospace studies program at an Ontario College or University. Procedure: Essay (500-800 words) stating your interest in aerospace and career aspirations.; a letter of acceptance into your chosen academic institution; two letters of reference from community members (teacher, coach, employer etc.); transcript, academic achievement of 70% of greater in current year studies. Send applications regular mail to: OAC Scholarship Application, Ontario Aerospace Council, 2338 Woodfield Road, Oakville, ON L6H 6Y6 or electronically to the OAC at [email protected]


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Name: Women in Aerospace Canada Target: College or University Deadline: May 16 2018 Profile: $1,800 (1 available) Criteria: Women entering an aerospace studies program at an Ontario College or University. Procedure: Essay (500-800 words) stating your interest in aerospace and career aspirations.; a letter of acceptance into your chosen academic institution; two letters of reference from community members (teacher, coach, employer etc.); transcript, academic achievement of 70% of greater in current year studies. Send applications regular mail to: OAC Scholarship Application, Ontario Aerospace Council, 2338 Woodfield Road, Oakville, ON L6H 6Y6 or electronically to the OAC at [email protected]

Name: COPPs For Charity High School Bursay Award – Essex County Target: College University Deadline: May 16 2018 Profile: $500 bursary Criteria: Students must have exhibited the following qualities in the last 4 years:

leadership skills, selflessness, participated in extra-curricular activities both in school and away from school, displayed kindness to others.

Procedure: Student must write a 300-500 word essay explaining why they deserve this award and what they plan to do in their futures; student must provide one letter of support from a member of the teaching staff; student must have obtained at least 100 hours of community service volunteer hours throughout their high school career (copy of signed community hours sheet); student must be entering post-secondary education in the field of emergency services (police, fire, EMS, CBSA, Correctional service or law).

Submissions must be sent of dropped off to: Essex County OPP Media Officer, 1219 Hicks Road (Manning Road and Highway 401) 519-723-2491 Name: Schulich Leader Scholarships Target: University Deadline: School nomination February 1 2018, Student Application due February 22 2018 Profile: $60,000 - $80,000 Criteria: •Outstanding students who are entering a STEM program (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics); must be attending one of the partnering schools listed; Procedure: all information and application available at www.schulichleaders.com Name: Professional Engineers Ontario –windsor Essex Chapter Scholarship Application: available at www.windsoressex.peo.on.ca Profile: $500 x 2 Criteria: displays a strong effort in academics, extraburricular activities and community

service Shows; transcript an interest in pursuing a career in engineering as a licenses Professional engineer in Ontario

Deadline: May 1st, 2018 (opens) to June 15th (closes) 2018 Procedure: application form with short answer; transcript, letters of reference are welcomed

Mail to PEO Windsor-Essex Chapter, 13300 Tecumseh Rd., Suite #359, Tecumseh, On N8N 4R8 or email to [email protected]


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Name: ORBA Scholarship Application: available at www.orba.org/scholarships Profile: $2,000 each Criteria: essay; volunteer experience, extracurricular activities

Pursuing a career in Civil engineering or Civil Engineering technology Deadline: May 31st, 2018 Procedure: application form available at: orba.org/scholarships Name: James Lee Foundation Scholarship Application: available at www.jamesleefoundation.com/scholarship Profile: $5,000 minimum Criteria: portfolio of 10 pieces and 200 word paragraph

Pursuing a career in the advertising community (art, film, recording, illustrator, digital artist etc.)

Deadline: Sept 15, 2018 Procedure: upload a link to a portfolio. See address above.

For Apprenticeship Students

Name: Harding Electric Bursary Fund for Apprentices in Skilled Trade Programs Application: available at www.publicboard.ca Criteria:

attending a program at a community college or equivalent in Ontario and will be taking a program to become a qualified skilled trades person

student must demonstrate financial need student must have a good academic standing

Value: $250 per award Deadline: March 31st Name: The AIA Scholarship Awards Target: College or University, Apprenticeships Deadline: October 31st Profile: various Criteria: Students enrolled in an automotive program Procedure: www.aiacanada.com “Career resources” tab: “Grants and Scholarships”

Name: OSSTF District 9 Scholarships Target: Apprenticeships (or College or University) Deadline: May 31 2018 Profile: 4 x $500 Criteria:

• children of members of OSSTF District 9 • should have attained a level of excellence in their area of proficiency

Procedure:


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• application form • one letter of reference from a school staff member

For Students with a specific Health diagnosis Name: Beth Cooper Memorial Bursary Criteria:

• A student who has a documented learning disability or physical disabillity • Attending College or University • Student must have demonstrated leadership, contributed to school activities, and

maintained good academic standing • Student must have demonstrated participation in volunteer and or community activities • Student must demonstrate financial need for the bursary award

Application: • registration form and essay (see Guidance) • Written documentation stating that you have a learning or physical disability • Transcript • Two letters of reference (one from a high school teacher and one from a member of the

community) • Copy of acceptance letter to your program

Deadline: March 27th 2018 Value: $500 (2 available) Name: Roy Cooper Scholarship Award Criteria:

• A student who has a documented learning disability • Attending College or University • Majoring in Engineering and /or physical sciences

Application: • Letter of application + registration form • Written documentation stating that you have a learning disability • Transcript • Letter of support from a high school science teacher • Copy of acceptance letter to your program

Deadline: May 28th 2018 Value: $1,000 Name: Justin Eves Foundation Scholarship (LD) Criteria: must be attending college or university Must have an IPRC Deadline: June 30 2018 Procedure: www.justinevesfoundation.com Fax to 416-586-0050 Name: The Aird Scholarship Criteria:

Have a physical disability that is a major, long term impairment that severely restricts your activities


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Application: Proof of citizenship Copy of Social Insurance card Transcript (+interim marks) One page letter (listing your qualifications) Report 1 (academic reference) Report 2 (personal reference) Report 3 (Medical assessment)

Deadline: End of April Name: Voice Scholarships Target: College or University or other Deadline: Varies Profile: Varies Criteria : Varies * The VOICE Scholarships list has been divided into three sections: nation-wide, school specific and regional awards. Some of these scholarships are directed only toward deaf and hard of hearing students, and others apply to any disability. Each scholarship has its own restrictions. The dates for deadlines vary. All information is available in Guidance or at www.voicefordeafkids.com (search scholarships) Name: Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Canada Bursary Target: College or University Deadline: May 17 2018 Criteria: Students with spina bifida and/ or hydrocephalus Procedure:

• Application form (4 copies), www.sbhac.ca “Bursary” tab. • Letter of acceptance • Resume • Letter of reference • Must be returned to : National Bursary Program c/o Spina Bifida and

Hydrocephalus Association of Canada, 977-167 av. Lombard Ave, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 0V3

Name: Epilepsy Ontario Scholarship (Osler Scholarship) Target: College or University Deadline: June 26 2018 Value: $1,500 Procedure:

• Application form available at www.epilepsyontario.org “Programs” tab

Name: Heart Defects Society of Windsor and Essex County (Francine Bryar

Memorial Bursary) Target: post-secondary studies Profile: students with CHDs Deadline: April 30 2018 Criteria: Must be from Windsor/ Essex County and attending post-secondary full time Must be a CHD patient who will participate in HDS events to promote awareness

of CHD


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Character and personal qualities, Leadership qualities and assistance to others Procedure: Applicant’s letter, transcript, references, application (available in Guidance)

Name: Reid Family Scholarship Criteria: Must attend St. Clair College or University of Windsor Profile: $500 Deadline: December 10 Procedure: Applications may be available in Guidance. Applications must be mailed to: Learning Disabilities Association of Windsor-

Essex County, 647 Ouellette Ave, Suite 101, Windsor, ON. N9A 4J4 Attn: Scholarship Committee

• Letter from professional re: learning disability • Presentation re: your learning disability & your personal success

For Students of a specific Heritage/Culture/Religion Name: CIBPA Scholarship (Canadian Italian Business) Target: various Deadline: varies Criteria: Must be of Italian Origin Attending a Canadian University

Academic excellence as well as consideration given to community involvement and financial need.

Procedure:

• Resume

• Application: www.windsor.cibpca.com/

• Official Transcript

• A plan of study

• A statement describing the applicant’s community involvement

• Information regarding financial need (if applicable)

• Any other pertinent information

• Send information to CIBPA Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 502, Windsor, ON. N9A 6M6 (Attn: Scholarship Chairperson). For information contact [email protected]

Name: Italian Women’s Club, G.Caboto Auxiliary

Enrichetta Truant Memorial Scholarship Criteria:

• Daughters or sons or members of the Italian Women’s Club • College or University • Academic standing, extra curricular activities, community and school involvement and

need Application:

• Official transcript


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• Brief letter of reference from a teacher or co-ordinator of a community service group Deadline: July 30th Value: $500 (x2)

Name: Giovanni.Caboto Club Scholarship Program Criteria:

• Daughters or sons of members in good standing • College or University

Application: • Official transcript • Application form

Deadline: July 31st

Name: Fogolar Furlan Windsor Scholarship Criteria:

For Members and the children of members College or University

Application: Application form Transcript Letter fro school listing the student’s extracurricular activities

Name: Romanian Community Scholarship Target: College or University Deadline: Sept 15 2018 Profile: $500- $1,000 (one or more awarded each year) Criteria Must be the children of a parent of Romanian ancestry living in the Windsor Essex-County area Procedure: Transcript Letter of reference Application form Information letter Application available in Guidance. Mail to St. George’s Romanian Orthodox Cathedral, Romanian Community Scholarship 2502 Cypress, Windsor, ON Canada, N9P 0A7; [email protected]

Name: The Harry Jerome Scholarships

Target: College or University

Deadline: May 30th (received at: 203- 675 King Street West, Toronto, ON. M5V 1M9)

Profile: 20 scholarships available:

The Harry Jerome Scholarships (4), the Dr. Anderson Abbott Scholarship (1) The Royal Bank of Canada Scholarship (2), The Canada Trust Scholarships (2) The Al Hamilton Journalism Scholarship (1), The Guntley-Lormier Science and Arts


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Scholarships (5), The National Association of Urban Bankers Scholarship (2), Lucille May Gopie Scholarship (1), Minerva Scholarship (2)

Criteria: Scholarships are given to Black students in Canada

High Academic Achievement

Financial need.

Recognized contribution the Black Community.

Procedure: Application form www.bbpa.org

Letter describing the reasons why you would be a worthy recipient

Outline of your budget for the coming year

Two letters of reference (one from a teacher)

Official Transcript Name: The Hour-a-Day Study Club Target: College or University Deadline: August 21 2018 Profile: varies Criteria: Canadian students who are descendants (either parent) of the Underground Railroad Procedure:

• Personal statement or summary of community involvement including a letter from the contact person within the organization

• Letters of recommendation from the principal or teacher(s) • Official transcript • Return all document to : Mrs. Glendora Watkins, Secretary/ Treasurer

Scholarship Trust Fund, The Hour-a-Day Study Club, P.O. Box 31027, Windsor Ontario, N9G 2Y2

Name: The Strategic Alliance of Broadcasters for Aboriginal Reflection (SABAR) Target: College/ University pursuing a career in the Canadian broadcasting industry Deadline: July 2018 Profile: $500 scholarships + $2,500 annually for a total value of $10,000 Criteria: Aboriginal students in Journalism or Radio/Television Arts Procedure: http://www.sabar.ca

Name: Muslim Association of Canada: Windsor Chapter Target: Various Deadline: May 2018 Profile: various between $250- $1,000 each Criteria: various (most improved, honours, top French etc.) Procedure: application forms must be scanned and submitted along with a transcript


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Name: Catholic Women’s League (St. Simon & St. Jude Parish) Target: College University Deadline: May2018 Profile: One bursary each for St. Anne’s, L’Essor and BRDHS $300 Criteria: Students must be a member of St. Simon & St. Jude parish and attending a post-secondary institution. Scholastic achievements and parish/community involvement will be considered in awarding this bursary. Procedure: Application form available at the back of the Church or in Guidance

Name: Catholic Women’s League (Good Shepherd Parish) Target: College University Deadline: Spring Profile: $300 bursary Criteria: Students must be a member of Good Shepherd parish and attending a post-secondary institution. Scholastic achievements and parish/community involvement will be considered in awarding this bursary. Procedure: Application form available in Guidance. Detailed autobiographical letter,

transcript. Applications must be sent directly to Denise Masse c/o Good Shepherd parish,

13789 St. Gregory Road, Tecumseh, ON. N8N 1K3

Name: Catholic Women’s League (Visitation Parish) Target: College University Deadline: application available after May 1 2018, deadline May 30 2018 Profile: $300 bursary Criteria: Students must be a registered member of Visitation Church in Comber. Attending

a post-secondary institution. Procedure: Application form available in Guidance or at Visitation Parish. .

Applications can be deposited in the Sunday Collection or delivered to the parish office during regular office hours. Information available at [email protected] or phone 519-798-3088 or 519-551-5418

Name: Father Dwayne Adam Music Bursary (Visitation Parish) Target: College University Deadline: application available after May 1 2018, deadline May 30 2018 Profile: $100 bursary Criteria: Students must be a registered member of Visitation Church in Comber. Attending

a post-secondary institution. Student must have made a substantiual contribution to their parish and high school with their involvement in music.

Procedure: Application form available in Guidance or at Visitation Parish. .


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Applications can be deposited in the Sunday Collection or delivered to the parish office during regular office hours. Information available at [email protected] or phone 519-798-3088 or 519-551-5418

Name: NAAF Aboriginal Health Careers Program Target: College or University or Apprenticeship Criteria: pursuing studies in health care Procedure: http://indspire.ca Profile: varies Deadlines: June 1 2018 Name: RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program Target: College or University Criteria: personal & academic achievements & individual financial need Profile: $4,000 (for two- four years) x 10 awards Procedure: www.rbc.ca

For Students associated with Sports Name: Brian Maxwell Memorial Award Target: College or University Criteria: Student who has competed in OFSAA middle distance event of 800 meters or

greater or OFSAA Cross country event; graduating with 80% + average in school,; participated in extra-curricular activities and community involvement; honesty, integrity, accomplishments both academically & athletically while supporting team members

Deadline: June 15th 2018 Procedure: A personal narrative stating why you feel you qualify for the scholarship (500

words); 2 letters of reference; current report card & official transcript; summary of OFSAA participation; summary of any other major athletic achievement.

Info can be found at http://www.ofsaa.on.ca/programs/scholarships/brian-maxwell-memorial Send applications to: Brian Maxwell Scholarship c/o OFSAA, 3 Concord Gate, Suite 204,

Toronto, ON, M3C 3N7 Name: OFSAA Alumni Scholarships Criteria:

Participation in high school sport Involvement in other areas of school and community activity Attainment of an academic overall average of at least

Application: Application form www.ofsaa.on.ca (scroll down to scholarships under Programs heading) Transcript Letter of recommendation from a teacher or teacher/coach Personal letter indicating the influence school sport has had on your life (+ why you

would like to receive the OFSAA Alumni Scholarship) Deadline: April 15th 2018


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Name: OMHA Wally Scott Bursary Criteria:

Registered player in Ontario Minor Hockey Association for a minimum of five years Maintained a high standard of academic excellence Active in your local community programs (any community sport or social program)

Deadline: February 16th 2018 Procedure:

Application form www.omha.net Letter from the President of your local minor hockey association supporting your request. Personal letter outlining your request Send to: Ontario Minor Hockey Association, Attn: Wally Scott Bursary, 25 Brodie Drive,

Unit 3, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3K7, email: [email protected]

Name: WMFA (Windsor Minor Football Association Criteria:

Past players of Windsor Minor Football who have played a minimum of 2 years Maintained good academic standing (based on transcript) Sports participation and community involvement Deadline: January 1st (opens)- June 1st (closes) 2018

Procedure: Application form Letters of commendation (past coaches, teachers, community leaders etc.) Acceptance letter from college/university Send to: WMFA 1800 E.C. Row, N. Service Rd., Windsor ON N8W 1Y3, email:

[email protected] Name: Ethel Boyce Achievement Award Criteria:

Registered with a provincial Softball Deadline: September 15, 2018 Profile: $1,000 x 2 (one male, one female) Procedure:

Application form Letters of application Letter of endorsement Send to: Softball Canada – Attn: Gilles Le Blanc, 223 Colonnade rd, Suite 212, Ottawa,

ON, K2E 7K3

Scholarships

Name: Kendall Hebert Memorial Scholarship Fund Target: College or University or Trade Deadline: April 1st 2018 Profile: varies Criteria: student must be a special needs students Grades are considered


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School and community involvement are considered Procedure:

• Application form • Presentation about yourself (essay, Power Point, tape recording etc.) • 2 Reference letters (teacher, clergy, coach etc.)

Name: Dr. Albert Rose Bursary Program Target: College, University or Training Deadline: July 4 2018 Profile: up to $3,000 / award Criteria All members of rent-geared-to-income households are eligible Procedure:

• Application form • Verification of you geared to income status • Transcripts • SIN • Visit the ministry’s website Ontario.ca/mah (keyword ‘bursary’) or email:

[email protected]

Name: Workers Health & Safety Centre Scholarship Contest Target: College, University or Training Deadline: June 10 2018 Profile: $1,200 / award (up to 6 awards) Criteria Any secondary school student may apply Procedure:

• Application form • Essay or poster addressing the topic given • Submission must be sent electronically: [email protected] or mailed or

delivered to the WHSC office: Sandy Warden, 710-675 Cochrane Drive, Markham, ON L3R 0B8

• Information available at www.whsc.on.ca/Resources?For-Young-Workers?Scholarship-Bursaries

Other sites to consider for scholarship ideas:

Scholarship Newsletter (link found on Career Cruising or Edsby)

www.publicboard.ca (Students’ Tab, scholarships)

www.yconic.com

www.scholarshipscanada.com

http://osap.gov.on.ca (Student assistance program information )

www.canlearn.ca/ (Outlines the Canada student loan program)

www.univcan.ca (“Programs” and “Scholarships”)

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