Burnaby North Scholarships – Scholarships, Bursaries, Awards and more!

BRTA Wynn Richmond Bursary

March 31, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Burnaby Retired Teachers’ Scholarship and Bursary Foundation is administered through a sub-committee of the Burnaby Retired Teachers’ Association. The funds for this bursary are held and managed by the Vancity Community Foundation. As a former educator, she wished to recognize a student who meets the following criteria:

1. The student should have been enrolled in a Burnaby school for his/her two senior years and maintained a high standard of achievement.

2. The student must intend to pursue an Education Degree at one of the following B.C. post-secondary institutions:

University of British Columbia
Simon Fraser University
University of Victoria
Vancouver Island University
University of Northern British Columbia

The Bursary must be claimed within two years of receipt.

Value

$3, 000 to a Burnaby North student

DUE DATE

Friday, APRIL 25th before 3PM.

PROCEDURE

Please submit a 200-word essay describing your future goals, a resume, your transcript and submit to Ms. Mihic in Student Services or by email by the specified due date. If sending by email, please send a single pdf in the order above. Late submissions will not be accepted.

**** Note: You can send a single application for both the BRTA and BRTA Wynn Bursary (if the criteria apply) ****

International Student Graduate Scholarship

March 31, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Scholarship monies to be awarded to a graduating international student(s) going on to post-secondary either in Canada or abroad. This student should be an individual who well represents international students and has been successful in their studies.

Value

2 @ $500

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic in Student Services or by email (dragana,mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Procedure

Applicants must submit the following:

Testimonial highlighting their experience in Burnaby including criteria that includes academic, citizenship and volunteering in the school/community. (200 word paragraph in total)
Resume.

If selected, you will need to complete a brief questionnaire and a grad photo of the student at graduation accepting their International Award.

Jean Ip DISTRICT Scholarship

March 13, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Starting in 2024, the Jean Ip Foundation’s Scholarship Program offers financial assistance to eligible individuals pursuing post-secondary education in Canada. The program provides several scholarships including the following five to Burnaby District students. Applicant must demonstrate financial need.

Value

5 Burnaby students x $2,000

Due Date

Friday, April 4, 2025 before 3pm.

Procedure

Submit all of the following, in order, as either a single PDF (check FAQ’s for help) or in paper to Ms. Mihic in Student Services by the due date.

2) Cover letter including statement of financial need
3) Two (2) letters of reference
4) Transcript of grades for grade 11 and 12 courses

Note: if selected, you will need to provide a media release form to publish a graduating photograph for their website. You will also be asked to provide your Social Insurance Number for tax purposes.

BEES “STEAM” Scholarship

February 19, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Burnaby Association of Exempt Employees (BEES) is pleased to be awarding three scholarships in 2025 to students graduating from a high school in School District #41 (District) who demonstrate diverse strengths, achievements, and contributions to their community and who meet the following criteria:

BEES Trades, or Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (“STEAM”) Scholarship
• Is interested in pursuing a career in Trades or STEAM;
• Been actively involved in the community, whether it be through volunteering or work
experience or other contributions beyond what is required for graduation reflecting their unique skills or efforts to support their community; and
• Has a need for financial assistance to pursue their education, for example, a student that must secure employment while attending school.

The recipient will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a qualified program in order to receive the
scholarship payment.

Value

1 Burnaby District student @ $2,000

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

a cover letter stating why you are a suitable candidate for this scholarship
a copy of your Grade 11 and 12 transcript
resume
a reference letter(s) to support your volunteer experience
a reference letter(s) to support your leadership in the community

Submit to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic (dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by due date. Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

Michael J. Fox Theatre Visual and Performing Arts Scholarships

February 19, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Each year, the Michael J. Fox Theatre Society selects graduating Burnaby School District (SD41) students who have demonstrated exemplary aptitude for the Arts as recipients of the Michael J. Fox Theatre Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship.

Scholarships will be awarded at the discretion of the selection committee based on the
following criteria:

Demonstrated interest, dedication and aptitude in an arts or in multiple arts disciplines, e.g. dance, drama, music, visual arts, theatre, script writing, stagecraft, directing, media arts
History of school and/or community volunteering
Additional consideration will be given to students who face financial adversity pursuing their chosen post-secondary program

Applicants to the Michael J. Fox Theatre Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship must be:

a student graduating from a Burnaby School District (SD41) secondary school at the end
of the 2024-2025 school year.
enrolled in a visual or performing arts course in a Burnaby (SD41) secondary school for the 2025-2026 school year.
pursuing a post-secondary Degree or Certificate in an Arts discipline.
a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Value

TBD but worth it! North can submit up to three nominees

Due Date

my EMAIL or PRINT to Ms. Mihic in Student Services by March 28, 2025.

Procedure

Completed Applications Packages must include:

Your completed Student Application Form
Short Essay Responses (Instructions in Application Form)
Your secondary school transcript
A summary of your school and/or community volunteer activities
Three (3) reference letters, including one from a teacher of the Visual and Performing Arts in your school
a Digital Portfolio
- Include up to four samples from your portfolio or a maximum 5-minute audio or
  video compilation
- Please access the form to upload audition/portfolio materials through the QR
  code below. You must use your Burnaby School District Credentials to access
  form (e.g. e12345@burnabyschools.ca and your regular District e-mail
  password).

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Interworld Development Scholarship

February 18, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Awarded to a graduating student who has demonstrated excellence and achievement in a Youth Train in Trades and Youth Work in Trades program and meets the following eligibility criteria.

To be considered for the award the student must have

successfully completed a Youth Train in Trades and Youth Work in Trades program in the Burnaby School District with a high level of effort, determination and integrity
successfully completed 120 hours industry-recognized work experience
demonstrated a high level of motivation to continue to develop skills and abilities in the chosen profession
demonstrated plans to continue in studies in the chosen field at post-secondary or apprenticeship training
been nominated for the award by a Youth Train in Trades or Youth Work in Trades program teacher

Consideration is to be given to a student with financial need. The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary or apprenticeship trades training program.

Value

$1000 will be awarded to a graduating student from BNSS who meets the above eligibility criteria.

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

Download or pick up a paper form and submit all forms, in order, to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic by due date. Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

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Jayson McLean Memorial Bursary

February 15, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Jayson enjoyed mentoring young students who had a love for Theatre. He wanted them to reach their potential and success in their lives through the Arts, just as he did. To commemorate Jayson’s dedication to the Arts in his life, we are establishing a Bursary in his name for future Arts students in the Burnaby School District (41), who are pursuing their artistic passions in life.

Intended for students in Theatrical Arts, looking to continue study in post-secondary in a Theatrical Arts related field.

Value

$500 to a Burnaby School District student

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

Download or pick up a paper form and submit all forms, in order, to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic (dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by due date. Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

Completed application
Transcript of grades
Cover letter
Letter of reference from a teacher in Arts or Art-related capacity
Proof of post-secondary registration in an Arts-related capacity

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Dr. & Mrs. A. H. Pontifex Scholarship

February 15, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Dr. & Mrs. A. H. Pontifex Scholarship Award is awarded to a well-rounded student who excels in Science and has demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills through voluntary participation in school and community activities.

The scholarship will be awarded to a graduating student from an SD41 – Burnaby secondary school who:

has maintained a good academic standing
has taken a concentration of, and excelled in, courses in the field of Science
has demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership in school and the community
has participated in community service and volunteer work in the community
has demonstrated a passion for, and interest in, pursuing a career in Science

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary program focused in the field of Science.

Value

One scholarship in the amount of $500 will be awarded to a graduate from one of SD41 – Burnaby’s eight secondary schools.

DUE DATE

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

PROCEDURE

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Neil Sandercock Scholarship

February 15, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

This scholarship is awarded to a graduating student who has suffered a brain injury or has a developmental or psychological impairment with a disability and has not only risen up against the odds, but demonstrated a commitment to continuing their education. $500 will be awarded to a graduating student from a Burnaby school.

Value

$500 will be awarded to a graduating student from a Burnaby school.

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

Download or pick up a paper form and submit completed to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic by due date.

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CUPE Local 23 Scholarship

February 15, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The CUPE Local 23 scholarship is awarded to one student in each of Burnaby’s secondary schools who meets the following criteria:

The scholarship will be awarded to a student who has:
Maintained a good academic standing
Demonstrated good citizenship in school and the community
Participated in volunteer activities

Scholarship will be awarded to a student who is going on to a BC post secondaryor vocational training program. Consideration should be given to a student with financial need.

Value

$500 to a Burnaby North student

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 before 3PM .

PROCEDURE

Download or pick up a paper form and submit all forms, in order, to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic by due date (dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) . Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

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Chad Turpin Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Burnaby Association of Senior Exempt Employees (BASES) is pleased to be award The Chad Turpin Scholarship – One (1) scholarship in the amount of $2000 will be awarded to a student who:

Maintained a good academic standing
Is interested in pursuing a career in public administration, public policy or public service
Demonstrates a need for financial assistance to pursue their education, for example, a student that must secure employment while attending school.

The recipient(s) will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a qualified program in order to receive their scholarship payment.

Note: One of the above scholarships will be awarded to a student who is pursuing academic education at a college or university and the other will be awarded to a student who is pursuing vocational training program at a designated post-secondary technical, trades or vocational institute.

Value

1 Burnaby District student @ $2,000 each

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

a cover letter stating why you are a suitable candidate for this scholarship
a copy of your Grade 11 and 12 transcript
resume
a reference letter(s) to support your volunteer experience
a reference letter(s) to support your leadership in the community

Submit to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic (dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by due date. Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

Spirit of BC – Performing Arts

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

This scholarship is provided as a result of a legacy fund resulting from the Vancouver 2010 Olympics. Three amounts of $1000 each will be awarded to well-rounded students who, while maintaining a good academic standing, have demonstrated a passion for athletics, visual arts – drawing and painting, sculpture, animation or performing arts – drama, music, dance and haves demonstrated good citizenship through voluntary participation in school or community activities.

To be considered for the award the student should:

be passionate about performing arts
for performing arts – involved in school or community as a performer or a supporting role
have demonstrated having a positive influence in the school or community through community service or volunteer work and through dedication and hard work
exemplify good citizenship and strong character and demonstrating personal responsibility and respect for others
maintained a good academic standing demonstrated plans to continue with education in a post-secondary

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post-secondary institution (tuition receipt is required).

Value

1 BNSS student x $1000

Due Date

in print or email to Ms. Mihic by APRIL 4 before 3PM.

Procedure

Complete the following requirements in the document below. If emailing, send documents in order specified as one PDF – look under “FAQs”if you need help with this.

Completed application form (below)
Letter for Athletics, from a coach indicating any special contribution to the team and the candidate’s character with specific reference to the criteria of the application
Letter from a teacher or community leader indicating the candidate’s character with specific reference to the criteria of the application
Letter from the candidate indicating post secondary goals including any continued involvement in athletics, visual or performing arts and addressing the question “How has athletics played an important role in your life?”

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Burnaby Art Council Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Burnaby Arts Council is offering one ARTS scholarship to a graduating student in each of Burnaby’s eight secondary schools.

Applicants must:
a) demonstrate excellence and achievement in the arts (performing, visual or literary) in school curricular and extra-curricular programs and the motivation to develop their ability. Additional consideration will be given for community involvement.
b) exhibit a good academic record with letters of commendation.
c) be continuing with their education in a full-time accredited post-secondary program, with a concentration in the arts, leading to a professional status in theatre, dance, visual arts, creative writing or music.
d) consideration may be given to students with financial need. The Burnaby Arts Council reserves the right to grant scholarships only if suitable candidates are found.

Value

$200 for a Burnaby North Student

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by FRIDAY, APRIL 4 2025 before 3PM .

Procedure

Download or pick up a paper form and submit all forms, in order, to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic by due date (dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) . Refer to “Home” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

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Burnaby South War Memorial Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

In recognition and memory of the young men and women from Burnaby who fought for Canada in World War II.

The Burnaby South War Memorial bursaries are awarded annually to two deserving Burnaby secondary school graduates who have continually demonstrated the values associated with good citizenship – caring, sharing, responsibility and a willingness to help others.

cover letter stating why you are a suitable candidate.

· application form (or a computer-generated replica allowing you more space to respond)

· statement explaining your need for financial assistance – Burnaby South War Memorial Bursary only.

· resume – these awards emphasize service to the school and community so focus on these areas in your resume.

· copy of both your grade 11 & 12 transcripts (request one from ).

· MINIMUM of two reference letters that support your community and school service. This is a crucial part of your application and MUST be included. If you state volunteer activities in your application, make every effort to include some documentation in the form of a letter, certificate, etc. to provide evidence of your involvement as well as the duration of your involvement.

Value

1 x $950 for a Burnaby student

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 before 3PM .

Procedure

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Rotary Club of Burnaby Bursary Award

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Rotary Club of Burnaby – Bursary Award is awarded to one student in each of Burnaby’s secondary schools who meets the following criteria:

The bursary will be awarded to a student who:
has maintained a good academic standing
has demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership in school and the community
has participated in community service and volunteer work in the community
demonstrates financial need.

The bursary will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary or vocational training program.

Value

One bursary in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded to a BNSS student.

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

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Parkcrest Children’s Centre Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The scholarship is awarded to a past student of Parkcrest Children’s Centre who is a well-rounded student who, while maintaining a good academic standing, has participated in school and community activities.

To be considered for the award the student must have:

proof of attendance at Parkcrest Childcare Society (Parkcrest Children’s Centre) for a period of at least one year
been enrolled in a Burnaby school for the two (2) senior years
provided evidence of volunteer or work experience, including letters of reference attesting to the student’s work ethic
been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work
demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills
maintained a good academic standing

Note: The scholarship monies will be paid to the recipient upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution. The recipient must be registered in a post secondary institution within 18 months of their secondary school graduation or the award will expire.

Value

FUNDS are to be determined to one Burnaby Student who meets the above criteria. Must provide proof of supporting documents and other pertinent information. This is scholarship hasn’t been confirmed so apply at your own risk!

Procedure

DUE DATE

By paper or email to Ms. Mihic by Friday, APRIL 4 2025 by 3PM

PROCEDURE

Download or pick up a paper form and submit all forms, in order, to Student Services or email to Ms. Mihic by due date. Refer to “Home” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

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Singh Excavating BC Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

We are looking for a student that is in need of financial assistance, gives back to their community as a volunteer, is engaged as a student, and has plans to move on to college, university or trades based education.

Refer to document below for specific application instructions.

Value

1 per Burnaby student x $1000

Due Date

to Ms. Mihic in Student Services or via email by APRIL 4, 2025 before 3PM.

Procedure

Complete following application and components. If emailing, send documents in order specified as one PDF.

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Marlene Larson Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Marlene Larson was invited to establish the Itinerant Program for Blind and Visually Impaired Students in 1976. This scholarship was presented to her upon her retirement in 2010. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide post-secondary assistance to Burnaby students who are blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind.

The Marlene Larson Scholarship is awarded to a Burnaby graduate who is blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind.

To be considered for the scholarship the student should:

be planning on enrolling in a post- secondary programs
demonstrate ability to set goals; be motivated; show responsibility
be oriented towards independence

Proof of visual impairment in the form of a letter from the student’s eye care specialist, CNIB or their vision teacher is required.

Scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post- secondary program.

Value

$500 to one Burnaby student

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

Transcript of grades
Cover letter
Letters of reference from teacher, vision teacher, CNIB, etc.
Proof of visual impairment from eye care specialist, CNIB or vision teacher

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Dawn Harris Memorial Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The scholarship is awarded to a well-rounded female graduating student from Alpha or Burnaby North Secondary School who, while maintaining a good academic standing, has demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills and has actively participated in the school’s athletic program.

To be considered for the award the student should have:
been enrolled in a Burnaby school for the two (2) senior years
maintained a good academic standing
been involved in the school’s athletic program
demonstrated outstanding citizenship and strong leadership skills in the school
formally submitted an application form to the Dawn Harris Memorial Scholarship Committee
demonstrated plans to continue with education in a post secondary program

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary institution.

Value

One award in the amount of $500.00 will be awarded annually to a graduating student from Alpha OR Burnaby North Secondary School.

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 before 3PM .

PROCEDURE

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BEES Community Leader Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Burnaby Association of Senior Exempt Employees (BEES) is pleased to be awarding three scholarships in 2020 to well-rounded students graduating from a high school in School District #41 (District) who are furthering their education at an accredited BC post-secondary college or university, or attending a vocational training program at a designated post-secondary technical, trades or vocational institution. Students applying for the scholarships must meet the following criteria:

• Been actively involved in the community, whether it be through volunteering or work
experience or other contributions beyond what is required for graduation reflecting their
unique skills or efforts to support their community; and
• Demonstrated leadership in Burnaby through consistent and outstanding dedication to a
community initiative, making their community a better place or creating a positive impact
within their community.

The recipient will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a qualified program in order to receive their scholarship payment.

Value

1 x Burnaby District students @ $2000 each

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

a cover letter stating why you are a suitable candidate for this scholarship
a copy of your Grade 11 and 12 transcript
resume
a reference letter(s) to support your volunteer experience
a reference letter(s) to support your leadership in the community

ETRO Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Are you interested in pursuing a career in construction? Do you have anything to date showing an interest in the field such as a Youth in Trade completion or work experience? Are you graduating in June 2024?

1. Trades Apprenticeship Program

2. Industry Training Post Secondary Program

3. Women in Construction

Applicants must also:

Maintained a good academic standing;
Been actively involved in community service, volunteering, and/or have work experience beyond that required for graduation;
Demonstrated leadership in Burnaby through consistent and outstanding dedication to a community initiative and/or in making their community a better place.

Value

1 @ $1000

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email – dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by 3pm on FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

a cover letter stating why you are a suitable candidate for this scholarship
a copy of your Grade 11 and 12 transcript
resume

OPTIONAL:

a reference letter(s) to support your volunteer experience
a reference letter(s) to support your leadership in the community

Granly Legacy Fund Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The scholarships are open to any student in one of those schools and who meets the following eligibility criteria:

a) A permanent residence status in Canada

b) Attended one of the eight high schools for their grade 12 year and is a well rounded student in need of financial assistance to further their education or learning a skill

c)Registered at an accredited post-secondary educational institution in Canada.

d) Must be a kind-spirited individual with a good academic standing and have demonstrated interest in community volunteering opportunities.

Value

1 BNSS student x $1000

Due Date

in print or email to Ms. Mihic by FRIDAY APRIL 4, 2025 before 3PM.

Procedure

Complete the following requirements in the document below. If emailing, send documents in order specified as one PDF (look under “FAQs” if you need help with this.

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Ricoh Office Solutions Scholarship

February 14, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The scholarship is awarded to a student who, while maintaining a good academic standing has made a significant contribution to the school by demonstrating good citizenship and involvement in school activities.

To be considered for the scholarship the student should have:
• Demonstrated good citizenship
• Been actively involved in school service
• Maintained a good academic standing

The scholarship will be awarded upon proof of registration in a post secondary program at BCIT. Students must claim the award within two (2) years of graduating from secondary school. Consideration will be given to student with financial need.

Value

$200 for one Burnaby North student that meets above criteria.

DUE DATE

To Ms. Mihic (paper or by email) 3pm Friday APRIL 4, 2025.

PROCEDURE

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Parkland Burnaby Refinery Award

February 12, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Burnaby Parkland Refinery is offering a scholarship to each of the Burnaby secondary graduates. Students must demonstrate good to excellent academic standing, school and/or community involvement, and will be attending post-secondary in one of the following areas.

Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Business

Value

$1000 for a BNSS student

Due Date

PAPER or ONLINE to Ms. Mihic by Friday, APRIL 4, 2025 before 3PM.

Procedure

Must submit a cover letter including intended area of post-secondary studies, resume including school and/or community involvement and a recent copy of your transcript to Student Services or as a single PDF by email to Ms. Mihic (dragana.mihic@burnabyschools.ca) by due date.

Refer to “FAQ” tab > “Creating and Combining PDF documents” if you need help combining PDFs.

Jean Ip Foundation Scholarship

February 7, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Founded on August 6, 2018, as a charitable organization under the Income Tax Act of Canada (Charitable Registration No. 771509718RR0001), Jean Ip Foundation’s mission is to empower individuals facing financial hardship by providing the resources they need to achieve their educational goals and create a brighter future. One of the foundation’s goals is advancing education by providing scholarships, bursaries, and financial assistance to help students access post-secondary education.

Value

2 x $10,000 each
10 x $5,000 each

Due Date

ONLINE by March 31st , 2025

Procedure

Additional details and application form can be found here: https://www.jean-ip-foundation.com/scholarship-program/

Applicants must:

Demonstrate financial need with supporting documentation

Show strong academic performance and community involvement

Provide proof of acceptance to an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution

Be a Permanent Resident of Canada

To apply, candidates must submit:

A completed application form

A 250-word Letter of Intent

Supporting documents (acceptance letter, tuition invoice, and reference letter)

Key Dates:

-March 31, 2025 – Application deadline

-May 31, 2025 – Final selection and notification of recipients

-June 25, 2025 – Awards ceremony

BCIT Pathways to Success Awards

February 1, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Students must have applied to a full time first year technology, technical studies, or trade program (excluding Apprentice) and have a BCIT student number before being considered for an award. Selection is based on demonstrated leadership skills and/or additional responsibilities. Examples are: Leadership training/courses, volunteer and/or community service, work experience, captain/president of sports team or group, involvement in extracurricular activities, plays a major role in supporting their family, financially or otherwise

Value

2 per Burnaby School District student @ $3,000 each to be selected by district panel

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by 3PM on APRIL 4, 2025.

Procedure

Print or download the pdf application below. All documents including application, personal statement, letter of recommendation, and copy of school transcript combined as one PDF, in order, (check “FAQ” section on blog for instructions) are due to Ms. Mihic by email or in STUDENT SERVICES by Thursday, APRIL 3.

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BRTA Scholarship

March 31, 2024 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Burnaby Retired Teachers’ Scholarship and Bursary Foundation is administered through a sub-committee of the Burnaby Retired Teachers’ Association. As former educators, we wish to recognize a well-rounded student who meets the following criteria:

1. The student has been enrolled in a Burnaby school for his/her two senior years and has maintained a good standard of achievement.

2. The student intends to register at a post-secondary institution and has financial need.

3. Funds are eligible for Canadian post-secondary institutions only.

ADDITIONAL FACTORS FOR CONSIDERATION

Been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work: tutoring, peer counselling, church, clubs, recreation, etc.
Been actively involved in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, leadership, government, dance, music, athletics, debating, etc.
Demonstrated special skills, hobbies, interests, and/or training.
Demonstrated responsibility.

Value

$1, 000 to a Burnaby North student

Due Date

FRIDAY, APRIL 25TH before 3PM.

Procedure

Please submit a 200-word essay describing your future goals, a resume, AND your transcript to Ms. Mihic in Student Services or by email by the specified due date. If sending by email, please send a single pdf in the order above. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Ted Elphick Bursary

February 14, 2024 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

In recognition and memory of Ted Elphick, a dedicated educator whose leadership and contribution to the education of challenged students provided a professional legacy for which the Burnaby School District can be proud and thankful.

The Ted Elphick Memorial bursary is awarded annually to a Burnaby resident who has, through positive will and spirit, overcome physical or mental challenges to graduate from a Burnaby secondary school. To be considered for the bursary the student should have:

been enrolled in a Burnaby school for five years
demonstrated ability and a desire to be a life long learner and continue his or her education at a post secondary institution or in a recognized training program

Value

TBD

Due Date

3pm Friday APRIL 4, 2025

PROCEDURE

Please contact Ms. Mihic in Student Services or room 205. Alternatively, you can ask one of your teachers to inquire on your behalf.

South Burnaby Metro Club – Les Tarnowski Bursary

March 13, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

South Burnaby Metro Club (SBMC) awards 3 – $1,000 Bursaries each year, one from each of our sports divisions: baseball, basketball and soccer. Youth needs to have played the sport for at least 3 years to qualify. The bursary is NOT based on financial need.

Value

3 x $1000

Due Date

by MAIL or EMAIL BY Monday, April 15th, 2025.

Procedure

Download and complete the following application and mail or email to:

Download [224.70 KB]

bursary@sbmcsports.com

SBMC Bursary Committee
PO Box 72022
4429 Kingsway
Burnaby, BC
V5H 4P9

Zarko Perko Scholarship

March 7, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Žarko Perko Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to two students annually. Each scholarship will be $2,500 and awarded to a female and a male student graduating from a secondary school in British Columbia in 2025 and entering a post-secondary institution.

The successful applicants will be well-rounded individuals and be selected on the following criteria:

Have at least one parent of Croatian ancestry
Academic performance
Athletic participation
Participation in extracurricular activities (school, church and/or the community)
Volunteerism and service to others

Value

2 x $2,500

Due Date

March 30, 2025 (website is out of date but it is an active scholarship!)

Procedure

Access the application online @ https://www.croatiasc.com/2023/12/18/zarko-perko-memorial-scholarship/

Horatio Algers Scholarship – for Grade 11 students!

March 1, 2025 / mihicd / 2 Comments

Criteria

The Horatio Alger Association of Canada provides $1.2 million annually in need-based scholarship support for deserving students in all Canadian provinces and territories.

Scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to full-time students in Grade 11 with financial need (family income under $65,000) who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record.

To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarships of Canada, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a current Grade 11 student with plans to graduate from high school in 2026.
Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited university
Prove critical financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family is required)
Demonstrate desire and ability to be entrepreneurial in a chosen field
Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
Maintain a minimum grade percentage of 70
Attend high school (or CEGEP) and reside in Canada
Be a Canadian citizen

Value

multiple up to $10,000

Due Date

ONLINE by March 31, 2025

Procedure

Application online @ https://horatioalger.ca/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/

Alpha Gamma Delta UBC Entrance Award

February 25, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The Alpha Gamma Delta UBC Entrance Award is for an outstanding all-round female secondary school graduate entering the University of British Columbia – Vancouver in September 2025. We look for students with a sense of purpose who exemplify the values that have defined Alpha Gamma Delta since our founding in 1904.

Alpha Gamma Delta is an international women’s organization committed to providing opportunities for personal development, service to others and a lifelong community. Inspired by common values, Alpha Gamma Delta connects, empowers and celebrates our members to lead lives of significance that positively impact their communities.

Value

$2,000

Due Date

ONLINE before MARCH 31, 2025.

Procedure

Apply at: https://agdubc.ca/entrance-award/

Selection Criteria
Identifying young women with the potential to lead for a lifetime means getting to know students beyond their academic achievements. The selection process for the Alpha Gamma Delta UBC Entrance Award seeks those who share our values:
1. the pursuit of wisdom
2. developing and prizing health and vigour of body
3. contributing to the world’s work in the communities where we are placed
4. holding truth inviolable, sincerity essential, kindness invaluable
5. possessing high ideals and working to attain them

Conditions of Eligibility
Applicants must:
1. identify as a woman
2. have applied to UBC – Vancouver with the intent to enter their first year of study in September 2025

While we hope applicants will consider joining a sorority at UBC, neither participation in recruitment nor membership in any sorority is a requirement of this award. No applicant, including the recipient, will be given any preference in membership selection during UBC Sororities Recruitment.

Public Guardian and Trustee Educational Bursary 2025-2026

February 25, 2025 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Each year, education bursaries are available through the Public Guardian and Trustee Educational Assistance Fund. The bursaries are intended to help individuals who were formerly in the permanent care of the provincial government reach their educational goals.

To be eligible for the bursary, you need to be:

A former permanent ward of the Ministry of Social Services or
Formerly in the continuing custody of the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) or a Delegated Aboriginal Agency (DAA)/Indigenous Child and Family Service Agency (ICFSA)
You must have been a permanent ward or in continuing custody until age 19
A high school graduate or equivalent
Enrolled or planning to enroll in a post-secondary academic, technical or vocational program between September 2025 to August 2026.

Value

between approximately $500.00 and $4,000.00 per year per approved applicant

Due Date

ONLINE before APRIL 15, 2025

Procedure

complete online application: https://www.trustee.bc.ca/children-youth/pgt-educational-assistance-fund