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Scholarships 

Scholarships become available at different times throughout the year. As they become available I will post information about them on this page, so check back here often! You can usually print application forms directly from the provided websites, however, you can always drop by my office to pick up applications as well!

2015-2016

The Joyce Foundation: The College of the North Atlantic  has announced a new bursary program open to all high school students in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador who wish to pursue a college education.  A new bursary program established by The Joyce Foundation has secured funding for students who wish to enter college but may not have the financial means to do so. For applications and additional information visit www.cna.nl.ca/awards.

2014-2015

• The Stewardship Association of Municipalities would like to announce a scholarship opportunity for high school and post-secondary students in Newfoundland and Labrador. This $1000 scholarship recognizes students from Newfoundland and Labrador whose interests, activities and post-secondary goals are focused on the conservation of habitat in Newfoundland and Labrador. The scholarship is open to residents of Newfoundland and Labrador: (1) who are (or will be) enrolled in a post-secondary program and (2) who have demonstrated an active commitment to conservation in Newfoundland and Labrador. For additional information click here.

• Women's Institutes Scholarship: Every year the Nfld & Labrador Women’s Institutes organization awards a $500.00 scholarship to a student in Level 3.This award is based on received grades, an essay, a letter of reference and a resume of extracurricular activities. Applications must be received by Nov 30 2015. Applications can be found here.
  

• The Joyce Foundation: The College of the North Atlantic  has announced a new bursary program open to all high school students in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador who wish to pursue a college education.  A new bursary program established by The Joyce Foundation has secured funding for students who wish to enter college but may not have the financial means to do so. For applications and additional information visit www.cna.nl.ca/awards.
  

• The Wild Things Scholarship: This $1000 scholarship recognizes the enthusiasm and efforts of a student whose volunteer activities have helped to conserve or enhance nature in Newfoundland. Application deadline: February 28th, 2015. For additional information and for applications forms please visit www.naturenl.ca.

• Newfoundland and Labrador Education Foundation Scholarship: The Newfoundland and Labrador English School District Scholars will be students who demonstrate outstanding school or community leadership and involvement in addition to academic achievement.Each Scholarship is $1000. For additional information please visit https://www.nlesd.ca/students/scholarshippolicy.jsp

• The Beaverbrook Vimy Prize: The Beaverbrook Vimy Prize is awarded on the basis of essay submissions, reference letters, and motivation letters. Participants must have a 70% grade average at school and demonstrate leadership skills. Winners will take part in an intensive scholarship program in Europe, participating in educational seminars and museum events, including visits to the iconic Vimy War Memorial and other historic battlefields and gravesites. Application deadline: March 1st, 2015. For additional information please visit: https://www.vimyfoundation.ca/beaverbrook
  

• Top 20 Under 20 Award: The Top 20 Under 20™ award annually recognizes 20 of the nation’s brightest youth, under the age of 20, who are having a meaningful impact via their outstanding leadership, innovation and accomplishments. Application deadline: February 15th, 2015. Please visit:                           http://plancanada.ca/top-20-under-20
  

2013-2014

• Cal LeGrow Foundation: This scholarship is for students who demonstrates a strong commitment to helping others within their community - avid volunteer within their community with their efforts focused around poverty and youth issues. For additional information please visit:                                    http://callegrow.com/foundation/apply-scholarship/

• Nelson Civic Leadership Scholarship: Nelson Education's mission is to enable the success of Canadian students. They recognize students who are committed to continued civic engagement and leadership. If you are one of these leaders, you have an opportunity to receive one of three $5000 scholarships! For additional information please visit  http://nelson.com/scholarship/
  

• The Ella Manuel Scholarship: This scholarship is being offered to assist a young woman from Newfoundland and Labrador to further her education in topics related to social, cultural and environmental well-being of the province. It is valued at $3000. For more information please visit http://theellamanueltrust.weebly.com/
  

• The Vimy Pilgrimage Award: Recognizes young people who demonstrate outstanding service, positive contributions, noble deeds, bravery or leadership. The award consists of a fully funded, week-long educational program in Europe to study Canada's tremendous First World War effort. For further information and application forms please click here.

• Research Inspired Student Enrichment (RISE) Awards:   This Award will provide up to 12 students with the opportunity to participate in programs with a focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. For additional information including guidelines and application forms please visit:                            http://www.rdc.org/funding/rise.htm

• Loran Award: The Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation grants Loran Awards to talented young Canadians on the basis of character, service and leadership potential. A Loran Award includes four years of funding for undergraduate studies and a comprehensive enrichment program  http://www.loranaward.ca/

2012-2013

• Loran Award: The Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation grants Loran Awards to talented young Canadians on the basis of character, service and leadership potential. A Loran Award includes four years of funding for undergraduate studies and a comprehensive enrichment program  http://www.loranaward.ca/

• Student Awards: On this site you can find Canadian scholarships, grants, bursaries, and    money for school opportunities! http://www.studentawards.com

• TD Scholarships For Community Leadership:   This Scholarship is available to all students across Canada who are now in their final year of High School. It is awarded to students who have displayed community leadership through various initiatives and innovations. Application Deadline is December 7th, 2012! For additional information and application forms please visit www.td.com/scholarship
  

• No Borders High School Scholarship:  This scholarship is for graduates of NL high schools hoping to pursue post secondary education in the coming year. This scholarship program, created for the graduates of Newfoundland and Labrador high schools has a value of $500 per year and seeks to award a student with the qualities noted in the application such that they may pursue a post-secondary education with less of a financial burden and will themselves be inspired to partake in a life of service to others. The No Borders Application can be found here.
  

2011-2012

• DFA Scholarship: This scholarship offers $1,000 to a graduating high school student in Newfoundland and
  Labrador entering post-secondary studies, who best demonstrates knowledge of the province’s
  fishing or aquaculture industries. http://www.fishaq.gov.nl.ca/forms/scholarship_application.pdf
  

• Burger King Scholars:  High school seniors, Burger King Employees and children of Burger King employees are all eligible to apply for this shcolarship which could be worth $50,000, $25,000 $5,000 or $1,000.Check out www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html

• Women Interested in Skilled Trades:  The Long Harbour Employers Association and the Resource Development Council formed a partnership for a dynamic work force to create awareness and funding for women and other underrepresented groups in the construction industry. For additional information please visit: http://www.tradesworkforme.ca/

• Schulich Leader Scholarships:  Schulich Leader Scholarships are undergraduate entrance scholarships for students enrolling in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) areas of study at selected universities. Each scholarship to be awarded shall be in the total amount of $60,000. The granting of scholarships shall start with the academic year commencing in Fall 2012. For additional information please visit http://www.schulichleaders.com/

• Research Inspired Student Enrichment (RISE) Awards:   This Award will provide up to 12 students with the opportunity to participate in programs with a focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. For additional information including guiedlines and application forms please visit  http://www.researchnl.com
  

• TD Scholarships For Community Leadership:   This Scholarship is available to all students across Canada who are now in their final year of High School. It is awarded to students who have displayed community leadership through various initiatives and innovations. For additional information and application forms please visit www.td.com/scholarship
  

• Newfoundland Scholarship Book: On this website you can download a book that features 100's of scholarships and tips on how to find and apply early for scholarships. http://studentscholarships.org/newfoundlandbook.php
  

• Student Awards: On this site you can find Canadian scholarships, grants, bursaries, and    money for school opportunities! http://www.studentawards.com

• CanLearn: This is a Government of Canada website that provides a variety of information on planning for post-secondary education, student loans and student grants. http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/index.shtml

• Scholarship Canada: This is another website that contains an extensive list of scholarships and grants that are available to students in Canada. http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/index.shtml

• Department of Education: Through the Department of Education the government of Newfoundland and Labrador offers a number of scholarships to students. For more details click on the link! http://www.ed.gov.nl.ca/edu/k12/highschool/scholarships.html

• Wendy's: The Wendy's Classic Achiever scholarship awards students who excel in academis, extra-curricular activities and community involvement. For more information check out their website! http://www.wendysclassicachiever.ca/

• Horizon's Scholarship: This scholarship is for grade 9 students and is based on leadership skills, community involvement and volunteer work. You can visit http://www.mun.ca/leadership/horizons/home.php for more information.