Scholarships available for your PARENTS! YES! Check this out: Deadline February 28th/April 15th

Bev Hosker Motivational Award 
Deadline to submit is February 28th  

The Bev Hosker Motivational Award will honour a parent or guardian who is a member of a BCCPAC member parent advisory council (PAC) or district parent advisory council (DPAC) and new or newly involved parent taking on a leadership role in their PAC or DPAC.
More information about the Bev Hosker Motivational Award can be found here.

George Matthews Award 
Deadline to submit is February 28th 

The George Matthews Award honours a parent or guardian who has been an exemplary leader,  not only in the education of his or her own children, but also in leading others to have a significant impact on the ability of parents to exercise leadership in public education.
More information about the George Matthews Award can be found here.

BCCPAC Lifetime Member Award (Past Presidents)
Deadline to submit is February 28th
The BCCPAC Lifetime Member Award honours an individual who has served as President of BCCPAC, and whose contribution is considered to have been innovative and of significant lasting importance for furthering the inclusion and support of parents in BC’s public education system and the improvement of education for children in BC
More information about the BCCPAC Lifetime member award can be found here.

BCCPAC Lifetime Member Award for Individual Contribution
Deadline to submit is  February 28th

The BCCPAC Lifetime Member award for individuals honours a person who has been actively involved in BCCPAC for a minimum of five years, has served at least one year on the BCCPAC Board of Directors or has served in some other equivalent capacity. This person cannot be currently serving on the BCCPAC Board of Directors, and has been recommended for a Life Membership by at least six BCCPAC members in good standing.
More information about the BCCPAC lifetime award for individual contribution can be found here.

DPAC Outstanding Parent Involvement Award 
Deadline to submit is April 15th 

We are happy to announce that we are accepting applications to honour Parent involvement in their School Districts. The recipient for your district should be selected on the basis of dynamic and exemplary leadership and inspirational practices that have had a major, identifiable impact on parent interest and participation in public education at the PAC or DPAC levels. More information about the DPAC Outstanding Parent Involvement Award can be found here.   

All awards will be given out at our AWARDS GALA EVENING. This will be a celebration of parent involvement in Education and take place during the AGM weekend on Saturday evening in the ballroom. Not only will we take the opportunity to recognize some exceptional volunteer parents, it will be an opportunity to mingle and make new acquaintances.

Remember! The BCCPAC Spring Conference is on Friday May 4th and AGM is Saturday May 5th and Sunday May 6th, 2017. We hope you will be able to join us at the Pacific Gateway Hotel in Richmond.

$1000 BCCPAC Award for a well-rounded student who is has an understanding of the importance of parent involvement in education: Deadline Wednesday, February 28th

 

The BCCPAC Educational Award is granted annually to a well-rounded student in Grade 12 who is involved and interested in many things and has an understanding of the importance of parent involvement in education. The student must be from a school that has a PAC that is a member of BCCPAC. The following must be submitted:

  1. Complete the 2018 Education Award Application showing specific plans as to immediate future academic, technical, or vocational education or training studies.
  2. Prepare a 300 to 500 word essay, on the value of parent involvement in education, with reference to Parent Advisory Councils (PACs), District Parent Advisory Councils (DPACs), and/or BCCPAC.
  3. Include a cover letter with information about interests and evidence of good citizenship, leadership, sportsmanship, and community service.
  4. Include two letters of reference: one from an educator, and one from a community member, but not a relative of the applicant. The references should comment on the applicant’s good citizenship, leadership, sportsmanship, and community service.
  5. Provide copies of Grade 11 and Grade 12 report cards or transcripts to date.

Important:  Children of current BCCPAC board members, staff, or contractors are not eligible to apply for this award.

This provincial award is in the amount $1000.

Completed applications must be received by the BCCPAC office by February 28th each year.

More information about the BCCPAC student educational award can be found here.

$1500 CG Studio Scholarship for students with an interest in the 3D industry: Deadline Wednesday, April 16th

CGStudio, a leading online marketplace for 3D models, has established a scholarship program to help support talented students with an interest in the 3D industry. The topic for our first scholarship is: “Influential and Inspirational Digital Artists.” Digital art and computer graphics have revolutionized how we interact with the world, from our entertainment to our education and many points in between. We want to hear about how a digital art creator has influenced you.
Write an essay about an animator, video game designer, or other person in the digital art field whom you admire. Explain why you admire them and/or how their accomplishments shaped their industry. We want to hear from the future artists (or fans) of our industry – let us know who has positively influenced your life.
Value of the scholarship: 1st Prize – $1500, 2nd Prize – $1000
Number of scholarships available: 2 (1st and 2nd prize)
Minimum GPA: 3.0
For more information and details, visit the website HERE.

Michael J. Fox Scholarship for students passionate about Dance, Music, Drama, Visual Arts, Theatre, Script Writing… Deadline is Friday, April 6th, 2018.

Is your passion in DANCE, DRAMA, MUSIC, VISUAL ARTS, THEATRE, SCRIPT WRITING, STAGECRAFT, DIRECTING or MEDIA ARTS? If yes, apply for the Michael J. Fox Scholarship!
  1. AWARD CRITERIA.   Your letter of application must include the following information:
    • Confirmation that you are currently enrolled in a visual or performing arts course in a Burnaby secondary school.
    • Documentation to demonstrate your interest, dedication and aptitude in an arts or in multiple arts disciplines, e.g. dance, drama, music, visual art, theatre, script writing, stagecraft, directing, media arts.
    • Evidence of your financial need and an explanation of why there are no other financial resources available to you.
    • A history of your school and/or community involvement (i.e. school productions, student government, choir member, volunteer work, charity work, service clubs).
    • A copy of your secondary school transcript to demonstrate that your grades are high enough for acceptance to a post-secondary educational institution.
    • A statement that indicates your desired post-secondary Degree or Certificate in an Arts discipline and your Career Goal.
More details are available HERE.
Please note that the Byrne Creek deadline is Friday, April 6th 2018 to Ms. Falsetto.

$1000 Interworld Development Inc. Scholarship for students in TRADES! Deadline is Friday, April 6th, 2018

NEW!

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.

SCHOLARSHIP 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.

Application form is HERE.

More information is HERE.

Submit application to Ms. Falsetto before Friday, April 6th, 2018.

IMPORTANT!!! Burnaby District Scholarship information has now been posted. Deadline to apply is Friday, April 6th, 2018.

General DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIP powerpoint information is HERE.

General DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIP Application information is HERE.

BURNABY DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES CRITERIA

The following district bursaries/scholarships are available for Burnaby Secondary School Graduates and are valued from $100-$2500. You may apply for more than one of the following scholarships as long as you meet the stated criteria.

Be sure to READ the specific criteria for each scholarship or bursary before you apply.  All applications must be submitted to Ms. Falsetto before Friday, April 6th, 2018.

Please remember: NO STAPLES, ONLY PAPERCLIPS where necessary.

The deadline for all of these scholarships is Friday, April 6th, 2018.

Chad Turpin (former called the BASES Burnaby Association of Senior Exempt Staff) Scholarship $1000

  • Maintained a good academic standing
  • Been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work beyond that required for graduation
  • Demonstrated leadership through consistent and outstanding dedication to a community initiative or making their community a better place.
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Burnaby Arts Council Scholarship $200

  • demonstrated 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.
  • exhibited a good academic record with letters of commendation.
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Burnaby Civic Employee’s – CUPE Local 23 Scholarship $500

  • Must be attending a BC post-secondary or vocational school
  • Maintained a good academic standing
  • Demonstrated good citizenship in school and the community
  • Participated in volunteer activities
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Burnaby South War Memorial Honour Roll Bursary – $ amount TBD

  • be a Canadian citizen and have graduated from a School District 41 secondary school;
  • have the desire to continue his/her education at a post secondary institution in Canada and
  • have been accepted to attend a post secondary institution;
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Lex Henderson Memorial Bursary $750

  • Passionate about sports and committed to the spirit of “teamwork”
  • Has been involved in school and/or community sports as a player, manager or other contributing role e.g. Referee
  • Has demonstrated having a positive influence in school and/or community through dedication & hard work
  • Exemplify strong character demonstrating personal responsibility and respect for others
  • Demonstrated plans to continue with education in a post secondary program
  • Priority given to students who have financial need… explain your situation (ex. single-income home…)
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Louella Downing Visual Arts Scholarship $1000

  • Maintain a good academic standing
  • Demonstrated excellence in a minimum of two senior Visual Arts or Textiles courses
  • Demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career in Visual Arts
  • Submit 8-10 photographs of original art work illustrating a range of subjects and media
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Marjorie Jane Stephenson – Education Scholarship $450

  • Demonstrated community service assisting older adults (excluding work experience)
  • You will need a verification of volunteer hours letter on letter head from the supervisor of the care facility where you volunteered
  • Demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career in Health Care
  • Maintained a good academic standing
  • Demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership skills in the school and community
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Marlene Larson Scholarship ($ TBD)

  • Awarded to a Burnaby graduate who is blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind
  • Be planning on enrolling in a post secondary program
  • Demonstrate ability to set goals
  • Be motivated, show responsibility and be oriented towards independence
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Michael J. Fox Visual & Performing Arts Scholarship (specific $ TBD, $10,000 available)

  • Currently enrolled in a visual or performing arts course in a Burnaby secondary school.
  • Documentation to demonstrate your interest, dedication and aptitude in an arts or in multiple arts disciplines, e.g. dance, drama, music, visual art, theatre, script writing, stagecraft, directing, media arts.
  • Evidence of your financial need and an explanation of why there are no other financial resources available to you.
  • Demonstrated school and/or community involvement
  • Your intent to pursue study at a post-secondary institution in an arts or arts-related area.
  • The application form attached has the wrong deadline.  This application is due on Friday, April 6th
  • to access the application form, click HERE.

Parkcrest Children’s Centre Scholarship – $ amount TBD

  • Must have attended Parkcrest Children’s Centre for at least one year (Complete Proof form)
  • Maintained a good academic standing
  • Provide evidence of volunteer or work experience
  • Participated and actively involved in school and community and/or volunteer activities
  • Demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE.

Dr. & Mrs. A. H. Pontifex $500

  • 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 recipient of the Pontifex Scholarship often has many experiences in Science including volunteer opportunities, science projects, and a very high standing in several science courses
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Rotary Club of Burnaby Bursary $1000

  • 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
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • The application form, CLICK HERE

Ted Elphick Memorial Bursary ($ TBD)

  • Candidate selected should be a Burnaby resident who has, through will and spirit, overcome physical or mental challenges to graduate from a Burnaby secondary school.
  • Must have been enrolled in a Burnaby school for five years.
  • Demonstrated ability and desire to be a life long learner and continue his or her education at a post secondary institution or in a recognized training program
  • To access more criteria, CLICK HERE
  • To access the application form, CLICK HERE

Interworld Development Inc. Scholarship (NEW!) $1000

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

Scholarship information meeting is Thursday, February 22 at lunch and again after school in B104.

 

Are you interested in a three week exchange in the USA? Deadline is March 31

 

Applications for the Summer 2018 #YouthAmbassadors Program with Canada are now OPEN! The program brings together students, ages 15 to 18 who will not be graduating June 2018, and adult mentors from across Canada to promote mutual understanding, increase leadership skills, and position youth to make a difference in their communities.

The Youth Ambassadors Program with Canada is a fully-funded intensive program that will run from July 16 to August 4, 2018, with three segments:

1) Pre-departure orientation in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, from July 16th to July 17th.
2) Exchange experience in the United States of America, to include:

  • a) Plattsburgh, New York, and the Adirondack Park, from July 18th to July 28th.
  • b) Washington, D.C., from July 29th to August 3th.

3) Return home travel by August 4th followed by implementation of post-exchange community service activities in Canada, reporting, and alumni engagement.

 

More details are HERE.

 

 

Several $1000 Scholarships for ALL sports (including soccer and badminton): Deadline Monday, May 7th

BCSS is pleased to announce the renewal of the following scholarships: BCSS Zone Scholarships, Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarships, Bert & Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship and the BC Dairy scholarship.  Please make note of the scholarship deadline dates below.
 
  • BCSS Zone Scholarships and Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarship-deadline Monday May 7th, 2018
  • Bert & Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship-deadline Monday May 7th, 2018
  • BC Dairy Association Scholarship-Monday May 7th, 2018
 
 All information and application forms are here: http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/awards/scholarships
 

$1000 Scholarships for athletes: Deadline April 16, 2018

The Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame encourages future excellence in athletics, academics and sportsmanship by offering $1,000 scholarships to a male athlete and a female athlete from Burnaby.

Eligibility requirements:

• A graduating Grade 12 student enrolled at a B.C. secondary school (public or private). Priority will be given to those attending school in Burnaby

• A resident of Burnaby for the past three years
• Future plans to attend a post-secondary institution on a full-time basis
• Show evidence of high athletic ability and performance
• Maintain a minimum of a C+ average (please include copy of transcript)

• Demonstrate leadership
• Be active in school and community

Important note: With the application please submit a short cover letter summarizing your athletic endeavours along with your post-secondary athletic and academic goals and plans.

For more information and application, click HERE.

$1000 Rotary Club Deer Lake Scholarship for strong citizenship and leadership skills: Deadline April 4th

Description:

This scholarship is awarded annually to a well-rounded student who has demonstrated strong citizenship and leadership skills as demonstrated through voluntary participation in community and school activities. The scholarship shall be applicable towards post-secondary education or trades training at any approved institution.

Criteria:

  • demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership skills;
  • been actively involved in community service and / or volunteer work
  • been actively involved in youth initiatives, activities and events in the Burnaby community
  • been actively involved in school-based activities; and
  • actively pursuing relevant school coursework.

In order to be eligible, applicants must:

  • complete a personal application or
  • A staff member at the student’s school must submit a nomination form.
  • send application or nomination to

Rotary Club of Burnaby — Deer Lake, Scholarship Committee                                        Box 63019 RPO Highgate                                                                                                   Burnaby, BC V5E 4J4

Application form is HERE.

More information HERE.

Website: www.rotaryburnabydeerlake.org

Deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 4, 2018

Please see Ms. Falsetto with questions.