Holland College President's Award of Excellence

Holland College President's Award of Excellence

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  A grade 12 average of at least 80 per cent.
  
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  Students must submit an essay of no more than 500 words outlining their suitability for this award.
  
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  Students must submit two completed reference forms from school or community representatives attesting to the applicant's leadership in athletics, school, workplace, or community, or some combination thereof.
  

ATV Media Scholarship

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  Applicants must be members of a designated group as defined in the Canada Employment Equity Act.
  
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  Preference is given to students who are members of a visible minority or aboriginal peoples who demonstrate an interest in television journalism and/or visual communications.
  
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  If there are either no candidates, or not enough candidates from any of the designated groups, the foundation will identify other deserving candidates.
  
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  Submission must include a completed application form and an autobiographical essay.
  

Jillian Ruth Knockwood Memorial Award

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  Any student entering their first year of the Human Services program at Holland College is eligible to apply.
  
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  The successful recipient must be of strong academic standing and demonstrate financial need.
  

Applies to Human Services

Deadline: May 15

Number 1
Value: $500

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  Applicants must be Canadian citizens and accepted into a program of full time studies at Holland College.
  
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  Financial need will be a primary consideration. Students must apply for this award and include the financial information section.
  

Holland College Faculty Association Award

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  Must be a deserving student enrolled full time in a college program.
  
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  Financial need and academic achievement will be the primary consideration.
  

Holland College President's Award of Excellence

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  A Grade 12 average of at least 80 per cent.
  
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  Students must submit an essay of no more than 500 words outlining their suitability for this award.
  
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  Students must submit two completed reference forms from school or community representatives attesting to the applicant's leadership in athletics, school, workplace, or community, or some combination thereof.
  

MacDougall Steel Welding Fabrication Entrance Awards

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  Any student entering their first year of the Welding Fabrication program is eligible to apply
  
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  Applicants must demonstrate financial need, good academic standing, and show promise in the field of welding
  

Eleanor and Jack Howatt Family Entrance Award

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  Any student entering their first year of the Carpentry, Plumbing, or Electromechanical program is eligible
  
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  Preference will be given to students whose families are involved in farming, and financial need will be a consideration.
  

Transitions Leadership Awards

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  Students must apply for the award
  
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  Applications to include a completed Application Form, including the Financial Information section and a one-page summary addressing why they feel they would be a deserving candidate.
  

Olivia Ruth MacLeod Memorial Award for Music Performance

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  Students must be entering the first year of the Music Performance program
  
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  Must l show musical promise as well as demonstrate financial need
  
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  Students must apply for the award
  

Bulletproof Solutions French Language Technology Award

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  This award will be given annually to a bilingual student entering their first year of the Computer Networking Technology program who is keen to learn, enjoys technology, and has excellent communication skills
  
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  Students must apply for the award.
  
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  Applications to include a completed Application Form (including the Financial Information section).
  

Louis W. MacEachern Bursary for Aspiring Business Leaders

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  Students entering their first year of Holland College’s Accounting Technology, Administrative Assistant, Business Administration, Legal Administration, Marketing and Advertising Management, or Medical Support Services programs are eligible to apply.
  
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  Recipients will demonstrate financial need and an overall willingness to help others through community involvement and volunteer activities.
  
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  Students must apply for the award.
  

Bursaries for Aspiring Artists

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  These awards will be given to incoming, first-year students accepted into one of Holland College’s School of Performing Arts programs (Performing Arts Foundation, Dance Performance, Music Performance, or Theatre Performance).
  
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  Successful recipients will show talent as aspiring performance artists and demonstrate financial need. Students must apply for the award.
  

Regis and Joan Duffy Awards of Excellence in Performing Arts

These awards will be given to first-year students accepted into one of Holland College’s School of Performing Arts programs. Successful recipients will aspire to careers in the performing arts but face financial barriers, show promise as aspiring artists, or are exceptional talents in the performing arts industry. Students must apply for the award. Applications are to include a portfolio, as well as a personal statement outlining his/her fit as a candidate.

The W. Garfield Weston Awards of Excellence for Aspiring Tradespeople

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  Open to Prince Edward Island students* entering first year of a one or two-year trades program (Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul Technology, Automotive Technology, Carpentry, Commercial Diving, Electrical Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Energy Systems Engineering Technology, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology, Heritage Retrofit Carpentry, Plumbing, Power Engineering, Precision Machinist, Steam fitting Pipefitting, Welding Fabrication, Welding Level 1, Wind Turbine Technician, or Wood Manufacturing Cabinetmaking)
  
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  Applicants will be assessed on the basis of financial need and commitment as an aspiring tradesperson
  
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  Students must apply for the award
  
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  Applications to include a personal statement outlining why they feel they should be selected for the award, what influenced them in pursuing a career in the trades, what their goals are, etc., along with a letter of support from a high school guidance counselor or a skilled trades/career exploration teacher
  

Arsenault Best Cameron Ellis Accounting Award

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  This award is given to first-year student accepted into the Accounting Technology program
  
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  Financial need and community service will be considered.
  
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  Students must apply for the award.
  

Some additional links to research on your own are:

http://www.4-h-canada.ca/grants-scholarships-awards

The scholarship is open to emerging creative talent from across Canada wanting to enter into the advertising industry. Entrants must be non-professional Canadian residents over the age of 16. All fields of creativity related to the advertising community will be considered.

Upload a link to a portfolio that you host with a maximum of 10 pieces to the JLF website. In addition to your portfolio, please provide your contact information and a paragraph (max. 200 words) explaining how the funds would help you to pursue your creative path.

http://www.jamesleefoundation.com/

To qualify for this award the applicant must be:

- Registered with a provincial/territorial softball association

- A resident of the province or territory

Participants must meet the following criteria:

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  Enrolled at an accredited high school, college, or university in the U.S.
  
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  Enrolled at the undergraduate level or your final year of high school
  
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  Age sixteen (16) years or older
  
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  Carry a status of “Good Standing” - i.e. currently enrolled
  
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  Maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (or equivalent)
  
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  Application postmarked by September 15, 2015
  
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  There are no requirements in terms of physical disability or ability. All applications are welcome
  
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  Please send your application via traditional mail; no express mail will be accepted
  
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  Do not send any CD ROMs, letters of recommendation, tax returns, bank balances, resumes or CVs
  
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  Please keep a digital copy in Word or Google Docs. We'll need a copy to put up on our site.
  

http://www.cysa-joca.ca/core/en/how-to-register

Open to high school, college and university students.

Criteria:

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  Grade average for most recent full academic year
  
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  Equals6 portfolio completion percentage
  

https://www.equals6.com/static/scholarship_details.php?id=2503

Character, service and leadership are the selection criteria for the Loran Scholar program. Loran Scholars are people of strong moral character who have demonstrated commitment to service and potential as leaders. They are curious by nature, interested in a wide range of subjects and willing to take meaningful risks. They prioritize results over appearances, value integrity and honesty. Though they study diverse subjects, and go on to work in a variety of fields, they share a common commitment to their university and larger communities.

The Loran Scholar program is open to every graduating high school or CEGEP student from coast-to-coast. Renewable for up to four years, and valued at up to $80,000, it includes an annual tuition waiver and a stipend of $9,000, access to funding and internships through our summer program, invitations to annual gatherings and forums, and one-on-one mentorship. We select 30 Loran Scholars each year and the award is tenable at any of our partner universities.

Criteria

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  Be in the graduating year of uninterrupted full-time studies in high school or CEGEP. Exceptions may be considered for those who have undertaken a gap year for academic pursuits or community service-based activities.
  
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  Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%
  
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  Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status
  

For all sponsored applications to be received

For all direct pool applications to be received

The University of Toronto National Scholarships will be awarded to students who demonstrate superior academic performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional achievement in a broad context. The National Scholars will be those who not only excel in academic pursuits but also have an enthusiasm for intellectual exploration and an involvement in the life of their school and community.

Each school is invited to choose one outstanding student on the basis of these criteria. It is not necessary that the student intend to apply for admission to the University of Toronto.

The National Scholarship will cover tuition and incidental fees for four years, will provide residence support in first year, and will include an additional, renewable, monetary award. The value of the monetary award will be determined annually on the basis of individual financial circumstances. The Scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto.

Each of the students chosen as a finalist will be assured of receiving a University of Toronto admission scholarship. These scholarships are valued at $5,000 in first year, renewable at $1,500 for the second, third and fourth years.

Open to high school, college and university students. 

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  Grade average for most recent full academic year 
  
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  Equals6 portfolio completion percentage 
  

Inspire bursaries, scholarships, and awards help First Nation, Inuit, and Métis students cover the costs of their post-secondary education including training, books, living expenses, childcare, etc.

February 1, 2017  

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  Are in their final year of high school, or CEGEP (in Quebec)
  
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  Have demonstrated leadership in improving their community
  
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  Obtain a minimum overall average in their most recently completed full year of school of 75%
  

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  Application form
  
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  3 copies of an essay, up to 600 words, describing your community leadership
  
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  Letter of recommendation from your school
  
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  2 letters of support from the community groups
  

The Arthur Paulin Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship provides monetary assistance to deserving students who wish to further their education in the automotive field.

Applicants must be enrolled in an automotive aftermarket industry related program (including an automotive apprentice. auto body, hard parts, heavy duty, or motive power (machinists).

Three outstanding Aboriginal Youth from across Canada will be selected to travel to Halifax, Nova Scotia for four days to attend the ceremony at the AFOA Canada’s National Conference on February 25-27, 2014. These students will represent the views of Canada’s Aboriginal Youth at one of the most important National Leadership Events in Canada.

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  5 year Scholarship package valued at over $5,000
  
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  4 nights at Delta Winnipeg
  
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  Free trip to Winnipeg and tour of city highlights
  

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  Demonstrates an interest and considering a career in the areas of financial and/or management
  

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  Completed application form and submit an essay
  
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  Letter of Recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or educator, attesting to the student’s performance and commitment
  
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  Academically successful
  
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  Pursuing post-secondary education and/or training
  
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  Grades 11 or 12 (maximum age 19 years)
  
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  Applicants must be of Aboriginal ancestry (First Nations, Metis, Inuit)
  

http://afoa.ca/afoaen/About_Us/Awards_Scholarships/Abo_Yth_Awards/en/01_About/08_Awards_Scholarships/03_Abo_Yth_Fin_Mgmt_Conf_Awards.aspx?hkey=9e78c605-d6b8-456b-9d74-07a554c50849

The D&R Sobey Atlantic Scholarship is awarded on the basis of the following criteria: 

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  Current resident of one of the four Atlantic Provinces
  
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  Entering first year of the undergraduate Commerce program at Queen’s School of Business
  
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  Academic excellence
  
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  Involvement in school or community activities
  
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  Proven leadership
  

Average is achieved in the first year of study and a minimum 80% average is achieved in each subsequent year while enrolled in a full course load. 

http://dandrsobeyscholarship.com/home/do-you-have-what-it-takes/application/

Deadline: December 1, 2016

Number: 6

Value: $75,000