$250 Scholarship for Grads who went to Seaforth Elementary School – deadline March 1st

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Did you attend Seaforth Elementary School? If yes, this scholarship might be yours!

A successful candidate must be able to demonstrate how they provide leadership to younger members of the community as well as partnership with elder members in the same community. The student will demonstrate that a true leader guides those who need to know, while, at the same time, learns the value in the ability to follow and learn from others.

In a 500 word essay, the eligible students must demonstrate how they have exemplified these qualities. While we encourage all to apply, we are looking for students that have gone outside of the home or classroom to make a difference in the community and make this community a better place to live.

Please include a brief letter of support for this scholarship from a teacher or a school/community official.

Click HERE for details.

Deadline is March 1st 2017.

$2500 Stacey Levitt Scholarship for living life to the fullest – deadline March 1st

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The Stacey Levitt Memorial Award was created in memory and celebration of her life. On August 30, 1995, Stacey was struck and killed by a car while jogging in North Toronto. She was only 18 years old.

Stacey loved life, and this annual student award encourages Canadian youth to embody Stacey’s qualities and ideals, and the overarching Parachute goal to live a long life to the fullest while maintaining an approach that is rooted in risk management and injury prevention. The selected recipient will receive $2,500 to do just that.

How to apply:

  1. Complete online application form http://www.parachutecanada.org/staceylevitt
  2. Submit a letter of recommendation from an individual with first-hand knowledge of your involvement in your school or community
  3. Write a short essay (maximum 2 pages, double-spaced, font size 12) that addresses:                                                                                                                  – How do you demonstrate a long life lived to the fullest                                                   – How are you helping others to achieve this?                                                            – How do you demonstrate Parachute’s goals, and brand values of nobility, courage, and inclusivity?                                                                                                           – If successful, how do you intend to use the funding provided by the Stacey Levitt Memorial Award?

Click HERE for details.

Deadline is Wednesday, March 1, 2017.

$1000 RE/MAX Quest for Excellence Scholarship for pursuits in leadership – deadline March 13th

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The Quest for Excellence Program recognizes the pursuits in leadership and community contributions of Western Canadian students. You are to write an essay to convey the contributions they have made to enrich the lives of others and their communities through leadership, motivation, volunteering and participation in charitable events or fundraising.

Sixteen winners will be selected from entries received online at remax.ca. Each winner will receive a $1,000 RE/MAX Quest for Excellence bursary. All 16 bursary recipients will be placed in a draw and one lucky student will also receive a hot air balloon ride for two from the closest major city.

Click on the website for details here: http://blog.remax.ca/remax-western-canada-helps-grade-12s-bursary-program/

The application deadline is March 13, 2017. 

Award recipients will be notified in April 2017, with a formal presentation at the students’ commencement ceremonies.

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Coast Capital Savings offers $2500 for students who have faced adversity- due April 10th

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Standing Tall Award

Awarded to youth who have faced adversity and have not only risen up against the odds, but are demonstrating a commitment to continue their education. This award is open to students who have faced challenges like poverty, health, family issues, personal loss and lack of support.  Please note that we have had Byrne students receive this award in the past… it is in your reach! Your story of determination deserves to be celebrated.

Coast Capital Savings is looking for youth who:

  • haven’t previously received a Youth Get It Education Award
  • are Canadian citizens or permanent residents
  • have been a BC resident for at least 6 months
  • are graduating high school in June 2017 in one of 23 School Districts in Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, mid and southern Vancouver Island and Kelowna
  • plan to attend an accredited Canadian university, college or technical school in Fall 2017

How to apply

  1. In 500 words or less, describe how you faced adversity and overcame its challenges. Specifically, you can discuss issues like poverty, health, family issues, personal loss and lack of support. Be sure to read the details listed on the Coast Capital Savings website here: https://www.coastcapitalsavings.com/OurCommunity/ProgramsForYouth/YouthEducationAwards/
  2. Write your essay in such a way that the committee can see that you are the best candidate.
  3. Submit your essay to Ms. Falsetto by Monday, April 10, 2017. The Byrne Creek Scholarship Committee will select our nominee.
  4. Once all of the applications are received, the Burnaby District Scholarship Committee will select the recipient.
  5. If you’ve been selected, you will be notified by your school by June 30.

Deadline is Monday, April 10, 2017.

Please see Ms. Falsetto with any questions.

Global Stewardship Info Sessions: February 1 and March 1

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You’ve dreamed of going to university, but not to become a worker bee. You want to make a life, not just a living. You have a heart for your neighbours and your environment, both locally and globally. You know the system is flawed, but you have hope for the future. You see the capacity for change and you want to learn how to make it happen. You want to move beyond empty, angry words and actually solve problems. You want to fight for social justice.You want to get your hands dirty. You want to change your world.

Join the Global Stewardship Program at Capilano University.

Global Stews become:

  • Teachers
  • Lawyers
  • Social Workers
  • International Development Workers
  • Community Organizers
  • Leaders in the Environmental Movement
  • Filmmakers
  • Journalists
  • Youth Workers
  • Business Owners
  • Nurses
  • Fundraisers
  • Organic Farmers
  • Diplomats

The next information sessions are at CapU in Cedar Building, Room 124:
Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 7 pm Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at 7 pm

More information below:

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$1000 BCSSA Scholarship for exemplary service and leadership in your community. Deadline is Feb. 9, 2017

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$1000 BC School Superintendents Association awards scholarship to students planning to pursue post secondary studies.

Recipients must:

  • demonstrate exemplary service and leadership in their school and community
  • give two examples of their leadership
  • provide two letters of reference affirming that you have improved the quality of life of others through volunteer work and other activities
 Detailed information is here: BCSSA_Scholarship2017

Deadline is February 9, 2017.

Are you thinking about going to BCIT? Dozens of financial aid and awards available!

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2017 – 2018 BCIT ENTRANCE AWARDS

The following Entrance Awards are available to students who are planning to attend BCIT commencing April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018.

Up to 25 BCIT President’s Entrance Awards, available only to current High School students
– Valued up to $4,000 each.
– Deadline: August 5, 2017

– Over 90 additional BCIT Entrance Awards
– Valued up to $5,000 each.
– Deadlines: August 5, 2017 and January 6, 2018 (depends on your start date)

Information pamphlet is here BCIT awards.

Or go to http://www.bcit.ca/finaid/ for more information on financial aid.

$1000 Overwaitea Scholarships available for promoting diversity awareness. Deadline May 1, 2017

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Diversity Scholarship

Up to ten $1,000 scholarships are available and will be awarded to applicants who have promoted diversity awareness and acceptance in their in their community. This scholarship is available to students who are BC residents and are going to be pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited institution within the province of BC in the fall of 2016.
Applicants are asked to demonstrate how they promote diversity awareness and acceptance in their community.
Please click here to submit your online application.
Website HERE.
Deadline is May 1, 2017.

$500 Charlene Reaveley Bursary offered to a Grad who experienced the loss of a loved one

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  1. The Charlene Reaveley charity offers financial support to a grade 12 student pursuing post-secondary education with a $500 bursary for the 2017 graduating year.

    Criteria includes:

    •   Grade 12 student
    •   Lost a parent and/or siblingCharlene Reaveley
    •   Seeking post secondary education
    •   Involved in the community/volunteer work
    •   Write a 1 page (300-400 word) essay on how they fit the crteriai.
    • More details are attached.  Charlene Reaveley

Deadline is April 15, 2017.