Hello Grads,

The due date for all Burnaby District scholarships is earlier now.  They are due Monday, April 1st (no joke)! Check the powerpoint info presentation HERE for details on how to apply.  Please be sure to make sure to submit one complete application package for each scholarship for which you are applying.  Please submit your packages to Ms. Falsetto before 4:30pm.

In order to apply, you:

• must complete a GENERAL Burnaby Scholarship application form HERE
• must complete a SPECIFIC application for the scholarship in which you are applying
• are asked to NOT use staples. Please use paperclips, where necessary. (This saves a lot of time when photocopies must be made for the committee members.)

More details are here:

BASES 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

Chad Turpin 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.
• an interest in public administration, public policy or public service in general
• 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

Coast Capital Savings Standing Tall Award $3,500

• 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
• Open to students who have faced challenges like poverty, health, family issues, personal loss and lack of support.
• How does the application system work?  The Byrne Creek Scholarship Committee will select one candidate to represent our school
• Ms. Falsetto will strongly advocate for you at the Burnaby District Scholarship meeting
• You will be notified if you are the recipient before Friday, April 12th
• This has been awarded to Byrne Creek students for at least the past three years
• To access the application form, CLICK HERE.

Interworld Development Inc. Scholarship – $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

• 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 ($ amount 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, $15,000 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 HERE)
• 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

RICOH $250

• Must be attending BCIT in the next 2 years (proof of registration required)
• Demonstrated good citizenship
• Actively involved in school service
• Maintained a good academic standing
• 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

Best wishes,

Ms. Falsetto