• Open to female students in the Metro Vancouver schools who are completing Gr. 12 and are children of refugees or immigrants to Canada
• Applicants must be interested in pursuing a career in social work, education, psychology, nursing or social service and possess academic grades sufficient to allow admission into their chosen area of study/ educational facility 
• Demonstrate Financial Need

• Shashi Assanand Bursary Application 2026
• Shashi Assanand Bursary Cover Letter 2026 
• Vancouver & Lower Mainland Multicultural Family Support 
• Selectioncommittee_SAB@vlmfss.ca

• 17 years old or older and will be beginning or continuing their studies at a recognized post-secondary educational institution on a full-time basis. Assessed on scholastic record and community volunteer involvement.

• More Info/Apply

Eligibility:

• Has or will complete Chemistry 12 by the end of June 2026
• Plans to continue the study of chemistry at a recognized post-secondary institution, whether it be toward a chemistry degree or in a field related to chemistry such as nursing or engineering. 
• Must use Hebden 12 resources within their school 

• More info/ apply

High school students graduating in 2026 who are focusing on Arts, Creative Arts, or music in their post-secondary studies. 

We are looking for students who also have community and volunteer experience

• More info/ apply

Gr. 12 residing in Anmore, graduating from high school

Must plan to pursue post-secondary education; must enroll within 1 year and provide proof of enrollment

Must demonstrate exceptional community service in Anmore, including volunteer hours (Anmore Youth Group especially valued)

Must provide proof of academic achievements and extracurricular activities

Open to high school students of any grade

Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Chinese heritage

Excellence categories: Academics, The Arts, Athletics, Community Service, Dignity of Life, Defence of the Environment, Excellence, Innovation in Technology, Innovation, Journalism & Communications, Leadership, or Overcoming Adversity

Gr. 8–12 residing in BC

Individual or team entry (up to 2 people)

Video must be 30 seconds–2 minutes

Topic: look past the marketing of vaping/smoking — challenge myths, expose tactics used to hook users, reveal hidden health harms

Winner receives $1,000; school receives $500

Open to all eligible students regardless of nationality or country of residence

Submit an essay or video on: mistreatment of one animal species, one cause of animal suffering, or preservation of one endangered species — including potential solutions

Categories: Companion Animals, Farm Animals, Wildlife on Land, Wildlife in the Oceans, Insects/Invertebrates, or this year's special category: The Endangered Species Act

• Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident

• Enrolled in full-time studies at a recognized post-secondary educational institution based in Canada

• Pursuing a health-related field of study (i.e. medical school, nursing, psychology, kinesiology, physiotherapy, nutrition, paramedicine, chiropractic care, public health, health research, etc.)

• Plans to pursue a career in your health-related field of studies

• Living with a mental health challenge of their own or that of a family member

• High school students graduating in 2026 who are focusing on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) in their post-secondary school studies

• 85% average or higher

• Canadian or American citizenship

• Gr. 12 student pursuing Business or Tourism

• Average 75% or higher

• From the province of Alberta, BC, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, PEI or Saskatchewan

• Demonstrate potential, commitment, and drive to make a meaningful impact in their chosen careers.

• Min 80% overall average

• Demonstrated passion for physics outside of the normal academic environment

• Demonstrated interest in a wide range of activities outside of physics

• Applying to full-time academic program in physical sciences at a Canadian university for the Fall.

• One of the applicant's parents must be of Italian heritage, and as well a member of the Italian Cultural Centre Society.

• Plan to attend a post-secondary institution where they must also be prepared to pursue Italian-language coursework.

• Gr. 12 student residing in Metro Vancouver

• Graduating Gr. 12 student residing in Metro Vancouver area whose parents are of Italian heritage

• Academic achievement

• Extracurriculars demonstrating teamwork, volunteerism, and good citizenship would be an asset

• Involvement/ volunteerism in the ICCS would be an asset

• A resident of Metro Vancouver

• Currently registered in Gr. 12

• Outstanding academic and leadership achievements

• Demonstrating financial need

• Evidence of enrolment or application to a post-secondary school in the 2026-27 academic year

• One page essay on 'How have you made a meaningful impact on your community'

• You are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status

• Planning to enroll or are already at a Canadian post-secondary institution that offers an accredited culinary program

• Must demonstrate financial need

• Lost a parent or guardian

• BC Resident

• Gr. 12 student or up to age 21 enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution

• Financial Need taken into consideration

• Canadian citizens who themselves have been severely injured or have had a parent (or legal guardian) or sibling killed or severely injured as a result of impaired driving crash

• Enrolled in a full-time, ministry-approved, post-secondary educational program.

• Injuries must be catastrophic or severe and have had a significant impact on the applicants' lives. Proof of injury and relation to impaired driving will be required.

• Full-time students for the 2026-27 academic year

• Residents of Greater Vancouver (Canadian or Permanent Resident) of Korean heritage attending school in BC or elsewhere with local ties OR

• International students of Korean heritage in Greater Vancouver OR

• Non-Korean heritage students pursuing Korean studies in BC

• Excellence in academic or vocational training

• Active involvement and leadership in the community

• Financial need considered

Vancouver Korean-Canadian Society Foundation Scholarship 

More info/ apply

• Legal resident of US or a legal resident of Canada

• Age 14+

• Enrolled in high school

• Employees, directors and officers (and their immediate families) of Duck Brand Duct tape are ineligible to enter

• All entrants must create and wear prom attire consisting either a complete dress or a complete tuxedo and accessories made using Duck Brand duct tape and/or Duck Brand crafting tape.

• Theme: 'What would the Essential Scholars say about Canadian economic prosperity today?'

• Open to ALL high school students in Canada and to Canadians studying abroad.

• If you are an international student studying in Canada, you are eligible to participate.

• From an equity-seeking community (BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, disabilities, women)

• Three Categories:

  1. Entertainment: Demonstrated passion for animation or creative production who applied to a relevant program of study in Canada

  2. Toy Design: Demonstrated passion for toy design or packaging who applied to a relevant program of study in the US or Canada

  3. Digital Games: Demonstrated passion for digital games/ app design who applied to a relevant program of study in Canada

• Ages 18 - 26 accepted into a post-secondary institution

• Enrolled or will enrol at a Canadian post-secondary institution, who are pursuing STEM (Opterus Helen Rose STEM Award) - Nursing, Math, Physics, Computer Science etc...OR Arts (Opterus Valerie Ann Arts Award) educational path - Painting, Musical Theatre, Dance, Animation etc.

• For this scholarship you don't have to be a straight A student who ticks all the boxes.

• One of the questions in the application asks you to tell us something you have achieved, that you are proud of, and why (Stay away from answering this with achieving high grades).

• Canadian citizens or Permanent residents

• Aged 14-18 years old

• Respond to three short essays:

  1. What is something you are passionate about, and how have you translated that passion into actions to strengthen your community? (200 words max)

  2. What experience or challenge has played an important role in shaping who you are today? (100 words max)

  3. What kind of future do you hope to build for yourself and others? (150 words max)

• Have completed high school by July 1

• Enrolled in hands-on, vocational, technical or trades training for Fall 2026 at a public or not-for-profit institution

• Demonstrate critical financial need (applicants must show household annual net income of $100,000 or less)

• Demonstrate perseverance in overcoming adversity

• Be under the age of 35

• Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident living in BC

• Gr. 12 student graduating in BC

• Applicants must complete the application form and attempt to provide a 'snapshot' of related activities and endeavors in their own lives.

• Applicants may choose to provide information in the format of their choice: Written response, Video, Movie

• Permanent Resident or Canadian citizen residing in BC

• Must become member of the Canadian Iranian Foundation before the interview process

• Must be enrolled in a Canadian Post-Secondary Institution

• Well rounded and demonstrate a good standing in art, leadership, humanitarian work, sports and academics

• Shown great effort in trying to integrate into Canadian and Iranian society by volunteering at least 20 hours of community service

• Applicants must volunteer at least 20 hours at CIF events in person before or after receiving their scholarship

• 300 word essay about what sets them apart as an applicant of this scholarship

• Entering or enrolled in a residential construction program at a Canadian college or trade school

• Provide proof of enrollment is required

• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in residential construction, skilled trade or renovation

• Demonstrate a high academic standing ('A' average 80%-85%+), however other qualities, like passion and commitment to learning will also be considered.

• 2 Letters of reference minimum

• Copy of your resume

• Note: Selection process takes 15 days via email. Committee determines the number of awards granted each calendar year.

 Two categories:

  1. Indigenous: pursuing education in trades or post-secondary

  2. LGBTQ2S+: If you identify as any identity within the LGBTQ2S+ community pursuing education in trades or post-secondary

• Be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident

• Be accepted to or attending a designated post-secondary institution

• Be accepted to or attending a full-time program relating to: Agriculture or agricultural business; Marketing, Communications or Public Relations; Science and Research including veterinary medicine; Human health and nutrition; Policy and economics

• Preference will be given to applicants who are active beef producers or have a background in agriculture, but it is not a requirement.

• Create a video no longer than 2 minutes, showcasing how your background in agriculture, paired with your education, can help grow the future of the beef and veal industry in Canada

• Applicants must be full-time or part-time students residing in Canada

• Participants are asked to develop and execute a marketing plan and organize an electronic waste collection initiative in their community. You will be responsible for planning, promotion, outreach and execution.

• Note: Please provide ERA with at least 4 weeks notice before hosting any collection event.