| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | BCIT | | Deadline April 2, 2026, by 3:30pm (despite the application indicating April 3, 2026), please hand in completed applications to your counsellor or Ms. Tsang
*please type out the answers*
AWARD-SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Selection is based on demonstrated leadership skills and/or additional responsibilities. Examples are: „ Leadership training/courses „ Volunteer and/or community service „ Work experience „ Captain/president of sports team or group „ Involvement in extracurricular activities
„ Plays a major role in supporting their family, financially or otherwise „ Letter of recommendation from school district
for form 'D', this should be a teacher, counselor or coach from their school that can speak on behalf of them on these points
- Students needs to have applied to a full-time program (technical, technology or trades foundation excluding apprentice) and have a BCIT student number.
| | No | 4/2/2026 | | Awards | 08-April |
| | External | | | Since 2017, we have proudly provided scholarships to dedicated students who demonstrate not only academic excellence but also a commitment to their communities and a strong work ethic. Our scholarships are designed to support individuals who have overcome challenges to achieve their academic and vocational goals, demonstrating resilience and determination along the way.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 3/22/2026 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | | | Graduating grade 12 applicants must: - Show passion for the technology sector, involvement in the tech
community, and desire to leave a mark in the future of technology;
- Be accepted into a publicly funded or private BC-based post-secondary educational program beginning in 2026*;
- Be a permanent resident, landed immigrant or Canadian citizen; and
- Have a minimum 3.4 GPA.
* Graduating Grade 12 students who have not yet received a letter
of enrolment are still eligible to apply. Once shortlisted, proof of
enrolment will be required by 31 May 2026. Applications are open until Tuesday, March 31st, 2026, 11:59PM PST.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 3/31/2026 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | | | Please check website for updates
The PCAHA Scholarship Program is dedicated to supporting the educational
and athletic aspirations of our players. Each year, we award
scholarships to deserving athletes who have demonstrated excellence on
the ice and in the classroom. These scholarships provide financial
assistance to help our players pursue their post-secondary education and
reach their full potential. Apply today and take a step toward a
brighter future with the support of the PCAHA community.
| https://pcaha.ca/scholarships/ | No | 3/31/2026 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | | | The deadline for submitting applications is midnight, Feb.15, 2026
Eligibility - A BCGEU member in good standing, or related to a current, retired or deceased BCGEU member or staff; and
- A student or prospective post-secondary or higher learning student
enrolled, registered or planning to attend an eligible educational
institution in 2026.
[1] Eligible relatives include spouses, (same or opposite and common
law spouses); parents; and children and grandchildren (including foster,
adopted, and stepchildren and step-grandchildren).
[2] Eligible educational institutions must be recognized by Employment and Social Development Canada. A list can be found here.) Previous BCGEU scholarship recipients are not eligible to apply.
2026 BCGEU Indigenous Scholarship Eligibility (please check the deadline to apply)
For the purpose of this scholarship, an Indigenous person (the legal
term is Aboriginal person) in Canada, as recognized in the Constitution
Act, 1982, is a person who identifies as First Nations
(Status/Non-Status), Métis, or Inuit. Indigenous identity data is collected solely to determine scholarship eligibility. For First Nations applicants You must provide one of the following: - a copy of your Secure Certificate of Indian Status, or
- a copy of your Certificate of Indian Status, or
| Please see website for details and application | No | 2/15/2026 | | Scholarships | 06-February |
| | External | | | See website for details and application
Up to ten (10) awards of $1000 each, to students who graduate from the BC Public School System. Applications are ONLY accepted between January 1st and March 31st.
| Please see website for details | No | 3/31/2026 | | Bursaries | 07-March |
| | External | | |
The Theatre Society Legacy Fund – Arts Education Bursary is intended for a student enrolled at a CRA-recognized post-secondary institution in Canada or internationally in a formal arts program anywhere in the world. Arts is defined as a creative activity that expresses imaginative or technical skills. It produces a product or an object. The product/object of art is called a work of art for others to experience. It includes drawing, painting, sculpting, photography, digital art, performance art, dance, music, poetry, prose, theatre, and culinary arts. Deadline Dates: - Annual Bursary Application Intake: February 17th – March 31st
- All applications are submitted online
Contact: Info@pocofoundation.com
| Please see website for details and application | No | 3/31/2026 | | Bursaries | 07-March |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | |
If you are enrolling at UFV in the academic year immediately following your high school graduation, you may qualify for a UFV Entrance Scholarship award. Recipients are selected based on academic excellence, community/school involvement, volunteer experience, and leadership endeavours. Deadline: March 10, 2026
| https://www.ufv.ca/fineaid/awards/ufv-entrance-scholarships/ | No | 3/10/2026 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | | | Purpose: To recognize a refugee student graduating from a BC
Secondary School who has combined hard work with school and community
involvement, and who wishes to further her/his education/training at a
tertiary institution in BC. This student will have started their
schooling in BC as a student with refugee status in Canada. Scholarship amount: $1000.00 Tenure: Any BC post secondary institution/training facility. Application deadline: Thursday, April 30, 2026
| Please see website for details and application | No | 4/30/2026 | | Scholarships | 08-April |
| | External | | | Purpose: To recognize an immigrant student graduating from a
BC Secondary School who has combined hard work with school and community
involvement, and who wishes to further her/his education/training at a
tertiary institution in BC. Scholarship Amount: $1, 000.00 Application deadline: Thursday, April 30, 2026
| Please see website for details and application | No | 4/30/2026 | | Scholarships | 08-April |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | If you will be starting Douglas in the Fall semester
(September-December) and are coming from high school or another
post-secondary institution, you may be eligible for an entrance
scholarship or award. These scholarships and awards recognize students
who excel in their studies and contribute to their communities,
including the promotion of social justice and Indigenous Truth and
Reconciliation within their schools and/or communities.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 3/31/2026 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | BCAAFC | | The First Citizens Fund Student Bursary Program provides financial
awards to Indigenous students enrolled in post-secondary education.
Bursaries up to a maximum of $1,200 per funding cycle are awarded to
students who meet all eligibility requirements and who demonstrate
significant financial need. Students apply for the bursary after they
successfully complete a semester of post-secondary school.
Application Deadline September 15th, 2025 for students applying for the Summer semester (May-August 2025)
January 15th, 2026 for students applying for the Fall semester (September-December 2025)
May 15th, 2026 for students applying for the Winter semester (January-April 2026)
| https://bcaafc.com/education/first-citizen-funds/ | No | 1/15/2026 | | Bursaries | 05-January |
| | External | | | The David Lam/ BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship Award is for a refugee who has shown courage and determination while adapting to a new language and culture in Canada. It is valued at $4,000. The David Lam/ BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship Award recognizes an English language learner graduating from a BC secondary school who has combined academic competence with school and community service, and who wishes to further his/her education at a post-secondary institution in British Columbia. Please note that applicants for the David Lam/BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship must be documented permanent residents or citizens of Canada. International students on student visas are not eligible for this award.
Note that the application deadline is January 31st of each year
| https://tealcharitablefoundation.ca/david-lam-bc-teal-english-language-learner-scholarship/ | No | 1/31/2026 | | Awards | 05-January |
| | External | | | Each of the refugee awards is awarded to a refugee who has shown courage and determination while adapting to a new language and new culture in Canada. Each refugee award is valued at $4,000. Each of the TCF refugee awards is awarded to an applicant who meets the following criteria: - Entered Canada as a refugee
- Completed Grade 12 or the equivalent
- Studied English as an additional language since arriving in Canada
- Wishes to study in a vocational or academic program at a post-secondary institution in British Columbia
Note that the application deadline is January 31st of each year.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 1/31/2026 | | Awards | 05-January |
| | External | | | Deadline: February 10th 2026, 11:59 PM EST What They're Looking For Sports: Soccer Citizenship: Canadian Activities (Not Required): Entrepreneurship Financial Need (Not Required)
| Please see website for details and application | No | 2/10/2026 | | Scholarships | 06-February |
| | External | | | There is no deadline to apply to the Yes2Me Scholarship Program as we
accept applications on an ongoing basis. You can send in your
applications year-round.
Anyone who is a resident of British Columbia, diagnosed with a
schizophrenia-spectrum disorder, and enrolled in an eligible educational
program can apply.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 8/31/2026 | | Scholarships | 12-August |
| | External | | | Deadline: March 31, 2026
Eligibility:
To be eligible for the "Kochhar & Co. Scholarship" a student must:
1) Be attending college or university on a full-time or part-time basis no later than September 2026.
2) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.
3) Submit an answer to the essay question no later than 11:59 PM EST on the day of the deadline.
4) Be a resident of one of the following countries:
A) Canada
B) United States
*Note that you can be enrolled in any field of study.
Essay Question:
In under 1000 words, please answer only ONE of the following questions:
1) "What are the three most important things that an Accountant does for a Company?"
2) "What are the three most important things that an Accountant does for an Individual?"
| Please see website for details and application | No | 3/31/2026 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | | | The 2025-26 contest closes at day’s end on June 10, 2026.
Students must create and submit the following two items to enter the scholarship contest: A one or two paragraph introductory document that explains why you chose to apply for Valour Canada’s History and Heritage Scholarship (.doc or .pdf format please). This will not be evaluated. A YouTube-compatible video between four and six
minutes long that educates viewers about your chosen memorial, monument,
or place (see the question below). Your video should open with a still
screen title page that includes: the video title, your name, your
town/city, and your school. Your video should close with a still screen
showing your references (as per Chicago-style formatting requirements).
Your video should not have music.
The Essay Question: Visit a local
Canadian war memorial, monument, or important place in military
history. Describe it, then compare and contrast its historical context
with your opinion of its current meaning. Finish with some commentary
about the role of Canadian war memorials in the 21st century. Your response should reference at least
two of Valour Canada’s six pillars of character (communication,
cooperation, courage, responsibility, resilience, thoughtfulness).
| Please see website for detials and application | No | 6/10/2026 | | Scholarships | 10-June |
| | External | | | The Pathway to Teacher Education scholarship is awarded to 20
outstanding high school graduates who have demonstrated a commitment to
and aptitude for a career in K–12 teaching.
February 17, 2026: Online applications for 2026 scholarships due by 3 pm
Note: Students may apply for both the Pathway to Teacher Education scholarship and the BC Excellence scholarship, but can be awarded only one.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 2/17/2026 | | Scholarships | 06-February |
| | External | Ministry of Education | | Grade 12 students, if you would like to be considered for a nomination, please hand in a short paragraph of how you meet the criteria to Ms. Tsang by 3:30pm on Tuesday, January 13 2026
The B.C. Excellence scholarship is awarded to 55 high school graduates who have demonstrated service and leadership, both at school and in their communities, and who show aptitude for and commitment to their chosen career or area of post-secondary study. Each school may nominate only one student.
Note: students may apply for both the B.C. Excellence scholarship and the Pathway to Teacher Education scholarship but they can only be awarded one.
2026 BC Excellence scholarship online applications are due by 3 pm on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
| Please see website for details & application | No | 1/13/2026 | | Scholarships | 05-January |
| | External | | | The BC Hydro Power Pioneers annual Community Service Awards recognize students who dedicate a significant amount of their time and energy to volunteering in their local communities. There are up to twenty $500 awards available to students in British Columbia.
| Please see website for detail and application | No | 3/31/2026 | | Awards | 07-March |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | Capilano Excellence Scholarships (CAPX) are the premier entrance scholarships at Capilano University. Up to 10 of these scholarships are offered each year and are awarded to both domestic and international high school graduates who have demonstrated excellence in academics and shown leadership in their school and community.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 3/1/2026 | | Awards | 07-March |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | Capilano University | | The Capilano Community Leadership Entrance Award recognizes BC high school students with documented
leadership and volunteerism in the community and demonstrated strong academic standing.
Valued at up to $2,500 towards tuition and tuition surcharges, twenty of these awards are offered each year to BC
high school students with a maximum of one student per school, per year.
1.. All Capilano Community Leadership Entrance Award applications require a completed nomination statement
from a BC High School Representative.
2. Representatives may complete as many nominations as desired; however, only one student per high school
may receive an award.
3. Students must also submit a completed online application and a Leadership Skills and Community and
Campus Engagement Worksheet.
| Please see website for details & application | No | 3/1/2026 | | Awards | 07-March |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | U of A | | This award assists domestic students entering the University of Alberta without having completed any post-secondary coursework and who have demonstrated financial challenges and barriers to attending university. Through the program, students will be considered for up to $8,000 per year in award funding. Up to 30 new students per year will qualify for the award.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 2/15/2026 | | Awards | 06-February |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | The Commitment Scholars Award celebrates and recognizes demonstrated leadership in, and commitment to, racial justice, social justice, or diversity initiatives by a student in their high school or in their community. The award provides dedicated financial, academic, and career support to help students complete their degree.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 2/15/2026 | | Awards | 06-February |
| | External | Kin Canada | | 1. Must be Canadian citizen or PR 2. Must be full time student in process of graduating from high school or currently studying or registered at a post secondary institution 3. Must complete the current application form by February 1. Bursary winners are notified before June 30 by their sponsoring club 4. Must not have previously been awarded a Kin Canada Bursary 5. Will be evaluated on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada and Financial need
| Please see website for details and application | No | 2/1/2026 | | Bursaries | 06-February |
| | External | | | Eligibility
- Girls of South Asian descent
- Academic record - Attachment
- Proof of documentation to a post-secondary institution
- Community involvement - Volunteer hour attachment
- Graduating from a high school in British Columbia - High School students
- Demonstrates Financial Need (350-1500 words addressing financial hardship)
- A post-secondary registered institution such as: universities, colleges and trade programs
| Please see website for details and application | No | 2/21/2026 | | Scholarships | 06-February |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | - Submit your application form by March 31, 2026 11:59pm PDT.
SFU Entrance Awards: Entrance awards are based on community contributions and financial need, and are available to domestic high school applicants.
SFU Indigenous Undergrad Student Entrance Award: This award is based on demonstrated involvement within the Indigenous community through service and/or cultural contribution.
SFU Bursaries: SFU offers a number of large-value entrance bursaries to assist students for whom the cost of attending university would be a significant impediment. Entrance bursaries are available to domestic high school applicants.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 3/31/2026 | | Bursaries | 07-March |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | *Grade 12 students if you would like to be considered for a
nomination, please hand in a
short paragraph on how you meet the criteria to Ms. Tsang by 3:30pm on January 13, 2026*
National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of learning. National Scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. A special emphasis is placed on a candidate's commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community life.
Each school is able to nominate up to 4 students for the National Scholarship Program (note: a school can nominate 1 additional student (in addition to the 4) if that student is an international (visa) student). Schools are not nominating students for a specific scholarship. The nomination is for the student to be considered for the scholarships available within the National Scholarship Program.
Application Deadline: February 14, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST
| Please see website for details | No | 1/13/2026 | | Scholarships | 05-January |
| | External | Coquitlam Foundation | | There are a number of bursaries and scholarships:
- General eligbility requirements require applicants to:
- Demonstrate financial need
- Demonstrate a history of school and community service and leadership OR school and community involvement
- Demonstrate academic success sufficient to enter into post-secondary studies
- Begin designated studies within three years of formal notification of awarded bursary/scholarship
- Submit a written report upon completion of the applicable term of studies
Applicants should also review the specific eligibility criteria of each fund before applying.
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DEADLINE: The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PST)
| Please see website for details & applications | No | 3/31/2026 | | Bursaries | 07-March |
