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Electronic Recycling Association a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing e-waste through the secure refurbishment and reuse of IT equipment.

Award: $20,000 ERA Scholarship, which will run from April 2026 through November 2026

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.

We want to see your creativity, initiative, and ability to mobilize your networks. How will you raise awareness? How will you engage your school, local businesses, and community partners?

Following the submission deadline, ERA’s team will evaluate each participant’s results and select winners based on overall performance.


For full details about the scholarship, please visit:

https://www.era.ca/electronic-recycling-association-era-2026-scholarship-competition/

Deadline: November 15, 2026

11/15/2026
  
7/4/2026
  

Forget everything you know about scholarships. This one’s different.

Join a coding boot camp, learn French, enroll in a cosmetology course – You decide!

The RBC Future Launch Scholarship could help you take your next step towards a better job. This Scholarship is for anyone from 15 to 29 who wants to learn something new… Could $1,500 make you more future ready?

Accepting applications all year. Submissions will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.




The RBC Future Launch Scholarship


6/30/2026
  

The Make It Right® Charity and The Holmes Foundation, offer Make It Right® Awards designed to encourage Canadian college and university students to complete their academic training.

Award Value: $2,000.00

The Make It Right Charity Award - Make It Right®

Applications accepted throughout the year.​

6/30/2026
  

2 per school at $4,000 Campus VFX High School Scholarship If you are interested in film, media arts, VFX, animation, and tech pathways. Student who have graduated in the last 2 years or are graduating this year are eligible to apply. 

For students that want to learn a little more about the software, here are two free intro tutorials your students can watch right away:

In addition to our longer programs, we're also offering:

  • VFX for Film makers (Online): for students who love storytelling and film making and want to learn how “movie magic" is planned and created (practical + post workflows, planning for VFX, fundamentals, and more).
  • Summer programs (coming up): hands-on and beginner-friendly—great for high school students who want to try VFX and create portfolio-ready work.


HighSchoolsScholarship2026_sm.pdf

6/30/2026
  

Arts Umbrella provides full and partial scholarships in select programs to students keen to stretch their artistic boundaries in a mentor-based learning environment. Based on application materials, juried reviews and/or interviews, scholarships are awarded to youth that display passion and commitment to their program.


Various deadlines.

Questions about scholarship programs? Please contact submissions@artsumbrella.com

Youth and Teen Scholarships

Scholarships & Bursaries at Arts Umbrella

6/30/2026
  

Each year, the fund provides financial assistance to deserving students who wish to pursue or continue post-secondary training in the artistic, academic, or technical fields. It is the aim of the fund to make such education possible for students who may otherwise not have the financial means.

Up to eight Elmer Helm Youth Scholarships will be presented to participants, volunteers or staff of a BC neighbourhood house. Each recipient will receive $1,500.00 in late August.

Who is eligible?

The fund is open to young people who:

  • Are residents of BC,
  • Have been accepted into or continuing post-secondary training in an artistic, academic or technical field,
  • And have been significantly involved in a neighbourhood house, through program participation, volunteering, or as an employee.

The applicant should demonstrate a significant contribution to the life of their community to exemplify the neighbourhood house values of community service.

Students who receive this award are welcome to re-apply each year that they are registered in post-secondary training or education.  However, priority will not be given to past-recipients, and these applications will be reviewed alongside all applications received in a given year.

Application Procedure

Please email the application package, including the Application Contact Information Form, to scholarships@alexandrafoundation.org as a single PDF file with the following information:

  1. A completed Contact Information Form
  2. A one-page letter outlining:
    • Your involvement and impact at a neighbourhood house
    • Your personal and career goals
    • An explanation of why you believe you should be selected for the award
  1. Documentation regarding academic standing and other accomplishments, i.e. transcript(s).
  2. Three letters of reference, with at least one from a staff member of a neighbourhood house; the other two can be from members of the community, a workplace, or school

Deadline: June 30th at 5:00pm

Elmer Helm Youth Fund Contact Information Form 2026.pdf

6/30/2026
  

​Award: (3) $1,000

Are you a Canadian student who composts, thrifts, bikes to school, or organizes clean-up drives in your community? 

This sustainability scholarship in Canada recognizes students who are already making an impact through their everyday actions. Unlike traditional scholarships, it focuses on how you actually live, not just your GPA.


Unlike most environmental scholarships in Canada, this program evaluates your daily habits, community impact, and genuine commitment to sustainability, making it one of the most accessible and meaningful eco scholarships in Canada available today.

Who Can Apply?
This scholarship is open to students who are:

Currently enrolled in a Canadian high school, undergraduate, or graduate program

Continuing their studies in the following semester

Whether you are a high school student reducing household waste or a graduate student researching renewable energy policy, this sustainability scholarship in Canada is designed for students at every stage of their academic journey.

Fore more information and how to apply:


Deadline: June 30

6/30/2026
  

The Confratellanza Italo-Canadese Society is offering several $1,000 scholarships to eligible candidates for the year 2026.

One scholarship is available to this year’s graduating secondary school students planning to enroll in a post-secondary educational institution for the first time in 2026.  To be eligible for this scholarship candidates must 

  1. Be of Italian origin i.e. as having at least one parent or grandparent of direct Italian descent, 
  2. Be living in a city or municipality within the 21-member Greater Vancouver Regional District, 
  3. Have an academic standing sufficient to qualify for entry into the post-secondary institution of their choice, and 
  4. Submit a completed application form with supporting documentation postmarked or delivered no later than June 15, 2026.

A scholarship is also open to members of the Confratellanza Italo-Canadese and secondary school students or recent secondary school graduates having a parent or legal guardian that is a member in good standing of the Confratellanza Italo-Canadese or its affiliates’ the Lega Femminile Italiana.  Candidates must have an academic standing, however, sufficient to qualify for the post-secondary institution of their choice and submit a completed application form with supporting documents, postmarked or delivered no later than June 15, 2026.

A person may apply only for one scholarship.​



Scholarships – Confratellanza

6/15/2026
  

Award: (3) $1,500​

Criteria and Application Details

  • Canadian citizen or permanent resident aged 14-18 years old.

  • Candidates are required to submit three short essays demonstrating community service, impactful experiences, and critical thinking.

Questions

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

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

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

 

Deadline: June 15

For more information and to apply:

The YOC Scholarship | Youth of Canada

6/15/2026
  

​Award: $9,000 (70)

The Horatio Alger Skills & Trades Scholarships are awarded to eligible students in British Columbia.

Eligibility:
  • Have completed high school (or earned high school equivalency credential) 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 British Columbia

For more information and to apply:

Vocational & Technical Scholarships - Horatio Alger Canada

Deadline: June 15

6/15/2026
  

​Awards: (2) $5,000

Opterus Helen Rose STEM Award - $5,000

To apply for the Helen Rose STEM Award, you must be a woman between the ages of 18-26 and plan on pursuing an education in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) at an accredited Canadian university or college. The student we are looking to fund is pursuing a field of study that will help them in the future to create or contribute to a new mindset for a better world.

Example programs: Nursing, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, etc.

Opterus Valerie Ann Arts Award - $5,000

To apply for the Valerie Ann Arts Award, you must be a woman between the ages of 18-26 and pursuing an education in the Arts at an accredited Canadian university or college. The student we are looking to fund is pursuing a field of study that will help them in the future to create or contribute to a new mindset for a better world. 

Example programs: Painting, Musical Theatre, Dance, Animation, etc.


We are looking for women who can engage with us, think outside the box, and maybe surprise us. This is your opportunity to share something that is meaningful to you, something that makes you who you are. Make us laugh, make us cry, are you super artistic or musical, or do you have an unusual interest that you would like to share with us? Be creative, but most of all, just be yourself.

We know a $5,000 prize will make life easier, but will winning this award change your life? I saw a tweet from Ben Cichy, who worked for NASA at one point in his career. It said: "Got a 2.4 GPA my first semester in college. Thought maybe I wasn't cut out for engineering. Today I've landed two spacecrafts on Mars and am now designing one for the Moon. STEM is hard for everyone. Grades ultimately don't matter. Curiosity and perseverance matter." I love that. Be curious, be tenacious be a rebel! We are looking forward to learning about you.

For more details and how to apply:

Opterus Helen Rose Awards


Deadline: June 12th 

6/12/2026
  

March 10th

4pm-7:30pm

Il Centro Italian Cultural Centre

3075 Slocan Street

Vancouver, BC

Get ready to explore exciting career paths and hands-on experiences at the Youth Trades Fair - it's where your future begins!

The Building Tomorrow Youth Trades Fair is designed to connect youth with the wide range of career opportunities available within the trades sectors. Representatives from leading trades schools, companies, and institutions will be present to provide information about education pathways, job opportunities, industry trends, and more. Attendees will have the chance to learn firsthand about careers in engineering, construction, and other fields.The fair will also be supported by a number of generous sponsors who are committed to fostering growth in the trades industry.​


Scholarship Opportunity: 

Deadline: May 31

Building Tomorrow Poster 2 QR version.pdf

5/31/2026
  

Award: $2,500

The Betty Spalton Trust Fund was established in 1999 to provide financial support to individuals obtaining an education in fields associated with the road building and heavy construction industry. Promoting diversity within the industries is a goal of the scholarship, applicants of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. The fund honours Betty Spalton, an industry and Association leader who made important contributions to our sector.

For any student entering or continuing studies leading to a career in road building, road maintenance, or heavy construction.

All applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Applications must include:

  • A brief 250 – 500 word essay explaining interest in obtaining an education in the field and career goals.
  • Transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary institutions attended.
  • Documentation confirming current enrollment or planned participation in a construction-related or trades training program in British Columbia (e.g., letter of acceptance).
  • A current resume.


Deadline: May 31

Betty Spalton Scholarship - BC Road Builders

5/31/2026
  

Award amount: $750 or more

Thanks to the generosity and vision of the Rose Family, the Rose Bursary program is here to lend a hand to youth impacted by the death of a parent. If you are heading to college or university, or if you are already enrolled, reach out to us to find out how to apply.

Deadline:  May 31


For youth who have lost a parent or guardian

Eligibility:
  • British Columbia resident
  • Grade 12 students, or
  • Students up to age 21 enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution
  • Applicants selected must provide evidence of registration for 2026
  • ​Financial need will be taken into consideration


Rose Family Student Bursary – Lumara

5/31/2026
  

​The Alana James Memorial Culinary Bursary has been generously provided by the family and friends of Mark and Alana z’l James through Jewish Family Services Vancouver (JFS) for individuals who demonstrate financial need and commitment to the culinary arts. Bursaries will be awarded on a case-by-case method based on number and eligibility of applicants, and program costs. It is anticipated that up to $14,000 will be distributed annually.


This bursary is intended only for an accredited culinary program.

Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for the The Alana James Memorial Culinary Bursary you must meet all of the following criteria:

  • You are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status.
  • Planning to enroll or are already enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution that offers an accredited culinary program.
  • Must demonstrated financial need.
Note: Students who meet the eligibility criteria and have a letter of acceptance to an accredited institution may be expedited.


Deadline: May 31

For more information:
Alana James Memorial Culinary Scholarship Fund - Jewish Family Services

5/31/2026
  

Award: (2) $2,500

Thanks to the generosity of Fay & Ken z'l Golden, JFS is pleased to offer two scholarships available yearly to students entering an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada.

Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Fay and Ken Golden Annual Scholarship Fund, you must meet all of the following requirements:

  • You are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident.
  • You are 40 years old or younger at the time of your application.
  • You are a first time post-secondary student.
  • Your annual household income is below $60,000.
  • You are currently attending or planning to enroll in a post-secondary academic program provided by an accredited, certified educational institution in Canada – a proof of enrollment is required.

Deadline: May 31

The Fay and Ken Golden Annual Scholarship Fund - Jewish Family Services

5/31/2026
  

Award: $1,000

In honour of Luke’s many accomplishments and contributions, the award is presented annually to a Canadian student who demonstrates Luke’s many qualities — academic performance, interest in science, extracurricular activities, and volunteering — and is graduating high school to begin post-secondary education in physical sciences at a Canadian university. 

Criteria

The student is selected based on a combination of academic merit and non-academic criteria, including:

  • Academic success in the last year of secondary studies - a minimum 80% average overall is required as shown in copies of official high school transcripts.
  • Demonstrated passion for physics outside of the normal academic environment (e.g. being a member of a local amateur astronomy club, volunteering with a physics association)
  • Demonstrated interest in a wide range of activities outside of physics (e.g. community involvement, sports, debating clubs, etc., including volunteer activities in service of others)
  • Minimum of two letters of recommendation by a teacher, principal, professor, or association leader (not a relative). The letters of reference will assist the selection committee in establishing the applicant’s participation and achievement in the life and activities of their school and/or community; participation in a physics stream of study; nature of the participant’s character, personal qualities and temperament, etc.
How to Apply:


Deadline: May 31, 2026

5/31/2026
  

Scholarship Value: $10,000

Awards Available: 3

Award Deadline: May 31, 2026


MADD Canada has restructured our bursary program to have more meaningful impact on students’ lives. Beginning in 2016, one(1) bursary of $10,000 will be awarded to the applicant with the highest score in honour of Louise Joanne Twerdy.  Additional bursaries in the amount of $5,000 will also be available. Winning applicants may not reapply in subsequent years.

Criteria: MADD Canada’s Bursary Program is open to Canadian citizens who have themselves been severely injured or who have had a parent (or legal guardian) or sibling killed or severely injured as a result of an impaired driving crash and who are 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.

How to Apply:


5/31/2026
  

The Jessie Richardson & The Sid Williams Memorial Scholarships

Theatre BC invites applications for its two annual $1,000 scholarships named for two of Theatre BC’s most fondly remembered pioneers who dedicated much of their lives to community theatre in British Columbia. Applicants must have been accepted by a recognized Canadian Theatre School or post-secondary theatre department.

Grade 12 students are also invited to apply, stating the school to which they have applied. Applicants, or their parent(s), must be current members of Theatre BC.

Recipients will be announced at the Annual Provincial Theatre Festival “MAINSTAGE” Awards Ceremony held in July.

To apply for either the Jessie Richardson Scholarship or the Sid Williams Memorial Scholarship please fill out the form below and mail or fax to the Theatre BC Office:

JESSIE RICHARDSON & SID WILLIAMS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM .​


For all the awards available:

Awards & Scholarships | theatreBC

Deadline: May 31


5/31/2026
  

​Award: $2,000

Every year, the fund provides financial assistance to Vancouver public high school students who wish to pursue science education at the post-secondary level. Recipients of The Amy Hurn Scholarship Fund receive $2,000 toward the cost of their tuition and fees. Payments of $1,000 will be made directly to the post secondary institution in August and January. Recipients are welcome to re-apply each year.

Visit Amy Hurn Website for more details.

Who is eligible?

Students attending a public school from the Vancouver School Board district are required to:

  • Demonstrate a need for financial support;
  • Have an academic record indicating their ability to pursue their chosen area of study;
  • Be involved in their local community with a history of volunteering, membership in youth groups, or active involvement in environmental and/or social issues;
  • Intend to pursue a program in the sciences;
  • And be below the age of 25 at the time of application.

Deadline: May 20

The Amy Hurn Scholarship Fund - Alexandra Foundation

5/20/2026
  

Established by Federation members in 2009, the Youth Education Bursary supports young people aged 30 or younger who are currently in care or have been in care and want to pursue a career in human and social services.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Federation Youth Education Bursary, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

  • You are currently in care or are a former youth in care in B.C. This includes being under a Continuing Custody Order (CCO), Temporary Custody Order (TCO), Voluntary Agreement, Special Needs Agreement or Youth Agreement under British Columbia’s Child, Family and Community Service Act.
  • You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
  • You are 30 years old or younger in the year you apply.
  • You are currently attending or plan to enroll in a post-secondary academic program offered by an institution, organization or company in Canada.
  • Your education plans relate to a career in human and social services. 

How to apply

Applications for the 2026 Youth Education Bursary are now open; the last date to apply is May 19, 2026.

  • Fill out this form and send it to info@fcssbc.ca.
  • You may apply for the bursary if you are receiving other bursaries or a tuition waiver.
  • You may apply for the bursary more than once, which means you may receive funding in multiple years.
  • Applicants will be notified about the status of their application in the summer.

Youth Education Bursary: supporting a career in the social services | The Federation of Community Social Services of BC

5/19/2026

École Riverside Secondary School

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V3C 6K8
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