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BCPVPA Scholarships

February 17, 2026 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

Recognizing academic achievement & school or community leadership

Each year, the BCPVPA awards scholarships to up to 20 students who are graduating from the BC public school system and proceeding to post-secondary education. The successful applicants will be awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 each. The BCPVPA offers this opportunity in the spring, to align with graduation and other scholarship application timelines. All applicants will be judged on excellent achievement in courses taken and demonstrated leadership within the school and community.

Applicants who are pursuing education in trades, technical, and career fields, as well as those entering universities and colleges, are encouraged to apply.

• Up to 10 scholarships are reserved for the children of BCPVPA (Principals and Vide Principals) members.

• Up to 8 scholarships are awarded to other graduating students.

• Up to 2 scholarships are awarded to Indigenous students.

Please encourage any potential applicants to apply. The deadline is March 16, 2026.

Value

10 x $1,000

Due Date

online by March 16, 2026.

Procedure

Information and application: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=4UvW0tf_kUCeVkNnOPKvjc1tjXC6S8tKi24RgVXAumhUMzU1TTg1Sk9QV0tZNjVZWEFWS0tFNEtERCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

Dawn Harris Memorial Scholarship

February 14, 2026 / 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 THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026 before 3PM .

PROCEDURE

Download and complete attached forms. Organize as one document in PDF format and drop off 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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Rotary Club of Burnaby Bursary Award

February 7, 2026 / 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

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.

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Jayson McLean Memorial Bursary

February 5, 2026 / 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 2, 2026 BEFORE 3PM .

Procedure

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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Spirit of BC – Visual Arts

February 5, 2026 / 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 visual 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 THURSDAY, APRIL 2 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 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 visual arts addressing the question “How have visual arts played an important role in your life?”

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BCSSA Grade 12 Scholarship

February 5, 2026 / mihicd / 0 Comments

Criteria

The British Columbia School Superintendents Association will award six regional scholarships to students planning to pursue post-secondary studies. Students wishing to be considered for a scholarship must be currently enrolled in their final year of studies at a public secondary school in British Columbia and expected to graduate in June 2025. One winner will be chosen from each of the six BCSSA provincial chapters (Fraser Valley, Kootenay-Boundary, Metro, Vancouver Island, Northern, Thompson-Okanagan and Indigenous).

Value

$1500

Due Date

ONLINE by Friday April 3, 2026 before 12 PM

Procedure

Apply online: https://bcssa.org/about-us/bcssa-grade-12-scholarship/

• A completed application form
• One-page description of how you have made a difference in the life or lives of other (450 words maximum)
• Two letters of reference
• Demonstrated distinctive leadership by providing two examples, including a brief description, this can include an inspirational artifact, a short video, newsletter, photo, story, or other media.
• Copy of the official school transcript of your grades to date

The successful recipients will be notified by their school principal in June.

Burnaby Art Council Scholarship

February 5, 2026 / 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 THURSDAY, APRIL 2 2026 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 5, 2026 / 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.

Value

1 x $950 for a Burnaby student

Due Date

To Ms. Mihic (paper or email) by THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026 before 3PM .

Procedure

Download 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.

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Dr. & Mrs. A. H. Pontifex Scholarship

February 5, 2026 / 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 THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026 BEFORE 3PM .

PROCEDURE

Download or pick up a paper all forms and submit, 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.

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Parkcrest Children’s Centre Scholarship

February 5, 2026 / 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 THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026 by 3PM

PROCEDURE

Download 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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