$1000 BC School Superintendents Scholarship. Deadline Friday, February 9th

Regular scholarship requirements:

  • Must
 be currently enrolled in the final year of studies at a public secondary school in British Columbia
  • Expected to graduate in June
  • Good academic achievement – official school transcript of grades (to date) must be provided)
  • Demonstrated exemplary service and leadership within the school and community (please provide 2 examples of service and 2 of leadership)
  • 2 letters of reference affirming how the applicant has improved the quality of life for young people/others through volunteer work and/or other activities
  • The application must be accompanied by a short, no more than one-page description of how volunteer service has made a difference in the life or lives of others
  • Proof of application/entry to post-secondary
  • A completed application form
  • Applications deadline: February 9, 2018

More information is available HERE.

Application form is HERE.

$35,000 Cmolik Scholarship. Have you faced adversity? Deadline to apply is Friday, February 9th

The Cmolik Foundation awards scholarships to deserving BC students who have demonstrated good work ethic, tenacity and other commendable attributes in achieving their academic and social goals and who, without our support, may not have the means to attend a post secondary institution.  We look for students that have faced adversity, but through hard work and determination have been successful in achieving their goals.  Applicants must have been residents of BC for the past 7 years.

The Foundation will reimburse up to $35,000 for books and tuition leading to an undergraduate degree.  The maximum duration for funding is 5 consecutive years from the start of the student’s initial semester.  Reimbursements are paid in installments throughout the duration of the program provided the students meet the Foundation’s scholarship criteria.

Each school may put forth one student who they feel meet the criteria.  As a result, you must apply to the Byrne Creek Scholarship committee before Friday, February 9th. Once shortlisted, then you may apply directly to the Cmolik Foundation before February 15th.

How to apply:

The following information is to be submitted to the Student Selection Committee when applying for the scholarship:

1. Completed application form on their website HERE.

2. Two reference letters, one letter should be from a teacher or faculty member if currently in school. In the letter, the person you choose must verify the following:

  • You require financial assistance to be able to attend a post-secondary institution.
  • You have the ability academically and emotionally to succeed in a post-secondary educational environment.
  • You are of good character.
  • You demonstrate the tenacity to achieve your goals.
  • They believe you will be a contributing member of society once you have achieved your educational goals.

3. Official transcript of Grade 12 and/or post secondary institution OR most recent report card

4. Current photograph

5. Letter from school stating that you are the student nominated to apply for the Cmolik Foundation scholarship from the school (Sample Cover Letter Template can be found under the Secondary School Resources tab)

Please submit online or mail your application to:

The Cmolik Foundation

c/o Foundation Administrator

210-2121 152nd Street
Surrey, BC  V4A 4P1

Deadline to apply is Friday, February 9th.

Best,

Ms. Falsetto

 

$2500 TFC Scholarship for Refugees: Deadline is Wednesday, January 31st

Description

The TCF Refugee Award is for a refugee who has shown courage and determination while adapting to a new language and culture in Canada. It is valued at $2,500.

The TCF Refugee Award recognizes a student who:

  1. Entered Canada as a refugee
  2. Completed Grade 12 or the equivalent
  3. Studied English as an additional language since arriving in Canada
  4. Wishes to study in a vocational or academic program at a post-secondary institution in British Columbia

Criteria

Applicants will be evaluated according to the following criteria:

  1. Must be a Grade 12 or equivalent graduate who wishes to attend a BC post-secondary institution
  2. Documented English language coursework at the secondary level
  3. Documented school or community volunteer service

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit:

  1. A description of the applicant’s life before coming to Canadaa. Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words
  2. A personal essay (original copy signed by the applicant)a. Topic: How a post-secondary education will enable the applicant to contribute to Canadian society.
    b. Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words
  3. Two letters of reference:a. One from a teacher regarding academic performance
    b. One from an administrator, counsellor, coach, sponsor, or coordinator regarding school or community volunteer service
  4. Documented proof of permanent residency or Canadian citizenship
  5. Transcripts documenting English language coursework or equivalent
  6. Completed application and supporting documents. Click here to download the TCF Refugee Award Application Form.

Disbursement of Funds

Funds will be disbursed as follows:

  1. The recipient is expected to commence post-secondary education within one year of receiving the award.
  2. The recipient must submit registration receipts from a BC post-secondary institution prior to the disbursement of funds.

Application Submission

Applications should be postmarked on or before the deadline and submitted to:

TEAL Charitable Foundation
Attention: TCF Refugee Award
#206 – 640 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC  V5Z 1G4

E-mail: admin@bcteal.org
Website: www.bcteal.org

Deadline to apply is Wednesday, January 31st.

Best,

LF

$2500 Taiga Galli Memorial Refugee Award: Deadline January 31st

The Taiga Galli Memorial Refugee Award is for a refugee who has shown courage and determination while adapting to a new language and culture in Canada. It is valued at $2,500.

The Taiga Galli Memorial Refugee Award recognizes a student who:

  1. Entered Canada as a refugee
  2. Completed Grade 12 or the equivalent
  3. Studied English as an additional language since arriving in Canada
  4. Wishes to study in a vocational or academic program at a post-secondary institution in British Columbia

Criteria

Applicants will be evaluated according to the following criteria:

  1. Must be a Grade 12 or equivalent graduate who wishes to attend a BC post-secondary institution
  2. Documented English language coursework at the secondary level
  3. Documented school or community volunteer service

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit:

  1. A description of the applicant’s life before coming to Canada
    a. Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words
  2. A personal essay (original copy signed by the applicant)
    a. Topic: How a post-secondary education will enable the applicant to contribute to Canadian society
    b. Two pages in length, double-spaced, approximately 500 words
  3. Two letters of reference:
    a. One from a teacher regarding academic performance
    b. One from an administrator, counsellor, coach, sponsor, or coordinator regarding school or community volunteer service
  4. Documented proof of permanent residency or Canadian citizenship
  5. Transcripts documenting English language coursework or equivalent
  6. Completed application and supporting documents. Click here to download the Taiga Galli Memorial Refugee Award Application Form.

Application Submission

Applications should be postmarked on or before the deadline and submitted to:

TEAL Charitable Foundation
Attention: Taiga Galli Memorial Refugee Award
#206 – 640 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC  V5Z 1G4

Deadline is Wednesday, January 31st.

More info is HERE.

Reminder! Adventures in Citizenship deadline is THIS Friday, January 12th

Travel to Ottawa to gain a better understanding of our country. Through meetings with political leaders, senior officials and others, you will learn a great deal about the workings of our democratic institutions. Through meeting one another and having discussions among themselves, you will learn to appreciate the diversity of Canada and the privileges and responsibilities of citizenship.

To qualify, you must:

  • Be between 16 and 18
  • Have excellent academic standing
  • Be involved in Community Service with an emphasis on non-school related volunteering
  • Have leadership abilities
  • Be a Canadian citizen or have Landed Immigrant Status
  • Be able to go to Ottawa from April 28 – May 2, 2o18
  • Complete the application form HERE.
  • Answer “What does being Canadian mean to you?” in a 250 word essay
  • Attend an interview with a panel of Rotarians – to be scheduled at the end of January.

All expenses are paid, not including spending money. Please note that 3 scholarships are also available for the participants in the program.

Please submit your application to Ms. Falsetto before Friday, January 12th, 2018. The Byrne Creek Scholarship Committee will then shortlist the candidates. The Burnaby Rotary Club will make the final decision.

More information is HERE.

Please see Ms. Falsetto with any questions.

Best,

LF

Corpus Christi Circle of Fellows Scholarship information available here.

The Corpus Christi Admissions Office offers the Circle of Fellows Scholarship.  Please see the information provided by them here:

The Circle of Fellows scholarship is our new and highly unique program offering a full 2-year scholarship.  The scholarship not only covers tuition fee but other programming as well such as leadership courses and co-op placement. This comprehensive award provides the recipients the opportunity to develop in various areas of their lives as they gain the skill, confidence, and experience the opportunities to develop as young leaders and scholars.

Self-nomination form is available HERE.

Corpus Christi College also offers a series of other scholarships that students may be interested in.  Information is here: http://corpuschristi.ca/channels/future-students/financial-aid-and-scholarships/)

$500 Award for Excellence in Chinese: Deadline March 15th

B.C.-CHINA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN CHINESE

British Columbia’s Ministry of Education is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the B.C.-China Award for Excellence in Chinese. The award promotes the study of Chinese language and cultural by B.C. students developing their intercultural awareness and skills.

The B.C.-China Award for Excellence in Chinese is a collaborative scholarship program offering up to fifty (50) $500 Awards for B.C. students studying Chinese. Each Award is jointly funded by the BC Ministry of Education ($250) and the Chinese Consulate in Vancouver ($250).

Applicants must:
•    Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
•    Ordinarily reside in British Columbia
•    Be school-age (not older than 19 years of age by June 30, 2018)
•    Be enrolled as a full-time Grade 12 student at a public or independent school in British Columbia
•    Have completed a Mandarin Chinese language course at the Grade 11 level in British Columbia with a minimum course grade of 86 % – course completion attained through challenge, equivalency or other course credit is not eligible
•    Be enrolled in or have completed a Mandarin Chinese language course at the Grade 12 level
•    Have attained a grade of 73% and above in all completed Grade 11 courses

How to Apply

Students must complete Parts I and II of the application and ensure Part III is completed by the student’s guardian.  Each applicant must also be nominated or sponsored by the student’s Mandarin Chinese language teacher, or the school’s vice-principal or principal. Sponsors must complete Part IV of the application on behalf of the student.

Byrne Creek is permitted to submit 5 applications. The deadline to apply for this scholarship to the Byrne Creek Scholarship Committee is March 15th.

For more information on the B.C.-China Award for Excellence in Chinese including applications and eligibility criteria, see the Ministry of Education website.

Best,

Ms. Falsetto

Do you want to be a teacher? $5000 Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship application deadline: Thursday, February 15th

Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship

The Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship is awarded to 20 outstanding high school graduates who have demonstrated a commitment and aptitude for a career path in K-12 teaching. Winners receive a $5000 scholarship voucher to redeem when they are registered and attending an approved K-12 teacher education program at one of BC’s nine Faculties of Education.
Please complete the application package HERE and submit it directly to the Ministry of Education at:
Provincial Scholarships Program
Ministry of Education
PO Box 9886 Stn Prov Govt
Victoria BC  V8W 9T6
The deadline to apply for the BC Pathway to Education is Thursday, February 15th. 
More information for the Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship is HERE.
Best,
Ms. Falsetto

$5000 BC Excellence Scholarship application deadline: Friday, February 2nd

BC Excellence Scholarships

There are 55 BC Excellence Scholarships available to recognize well-rounded B.C. graduates. Winners will have demonstrated service and leadership, both at school and in their communities, and shown aptitude and commitment to their chosen career paths. They will receive a $5000 scholarship voucher to use for post-secondary tuition.

Byrne Creek is permitted to submit one nominee for this scholarship.  Please complete the application package HERE and submit it to Ms. Falsetto.  At this stage of the application, you are NOT required to submit reference letters (as detailed in Section 4).  However, please request reference letters as soon as possible to give your referees ample time to write you a strong reference. Once you have been selected as the nominee, your complete application package will be due to Ms. Falsetto so it can be submitted to the Ministry.

The deadline to apply for the BC Excellence Scholarship is Friday, February 2nd. You may hand it in to Ms. Falsetto in B110.

When selected, your completed application package (with reference letters) will be due on Friday, February 9th.

More information for the BC Excellence Scholarship is HERE.

Best wishes,

Ms. Falsetto

$100,000 Schulich Leaders Application deadline EXTENDED: Friday, January 26th

The deadline to apply has been extended to Friday, January 26th. Here are details:

50 Schulich Scholarships are awarded each year:

  • 25 at $100,000 for engineering
  • 25 at $80,000 for science, technology or mathematics

Schulich Leader Scholarships are prestigious entrance scholarships awarded to high school graduates enrolling in Science, Technology,Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) programs at our 20 Canadian partner universities.

Recognizing the increasing importance and impact that STEM disciplines will have on the prosperity of future generations, businessman and philanthropist Seymour Schulich established this $100 million scholarship fund in 2012 to encourage our best and brightest students to be the next pioneers of global scienti c research and innovation.

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Graduate high school or Cégep in the 2017/2018 academic year
  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Plan to enroll in STEM at one of our partner universities
  • Meet at least two of the following criteria:
    • Academic excellence
    • Leadership (community, business or entrepreneurial
    • Financial need
    • Not planning a career as a medical practitioner

Byrne Creek will nominate one student. Deadline to apply to the Byrne Creek Scholarship Committee is Friday, January 26th, 2018.

The official deadline to submit the Byrne Creek applicant’s name is Thursday, February 1st.

The official deadline to apply to the Schulich Foundation is Thursday, February 22nd.

More information is available HERE.

Schulich website is HERE.

Best,

Ms. Falsetto