| | External | OPTERUS REBEL WITH A CAUSE | |
Applications for the 2026 Rebel with a Cause Awards are open from April 13 through June 12, 2026. Questions? Email us at application@scholarshipscanada.com.
Opterus Helen Rose STEM Award - $5,000To
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 - $5,000To
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.
| Please see website for details | No | 6/12/2026 | | Awards | 10-June |
| | External | | | To apply for the 2026 Medavie Scholarship, applicants must complete and submit the online application by 11:59 PM EST on May 29, 2026. Eligibility Criteria - Canadian citizen or Canadian permanent resident
- Enrolled
in full-time studies at a recognized post-secondary educational
institution based in Canada (university or community college)
- Pursuing
a health-related field of study (e.g., 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
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/29/2026 | | Scholarships | 09-May |
| | External | | | The $3,000 Dr. Hal Weinberg Scholarship is awarded annually to a Grade 12 student who is
a resident of Anmore and has demonstrated exceptional commitment to their community
and is planning to continue their education at a post-secondary institution
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/19/2026 | | Scholarships | 09-May |
| | External | | |
Please see website for details and application
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.
| Please see website for details & application | No | 5/31/2026 | | Awards | 09-May |
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Applications, letter and documents must be received no later than MAY 15, 2026
Please see website for details & application Application Requirements- Preference will be given to students who have completed 50 volunteer hours in an Auxiliary sponsored program, or within their Community.
- Must be enrolled in a human healthcare program of studies in a recognized post-secondary institution.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/15/2026 | | Bursaries | 09-May |
| | External | | | Criteria:
One bursary awarded annually in June Date of submission for final applications is May 31Award amount: $750 or more 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
| Please check website for details and application | No | 5/31/2026 | | Bursaries | 09-May |
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Who can apply?Eligible applicants must meet all the following conditions: - Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- Be enrolled in an accredited college or university in British Columbia or Alberta. Funding will only be awarded for post-secondary studies in current or future academic years. Bursary funds may not be used for tuition costs for courses already completed or expenses accrued prior to the date of application.
- Be a person with significant physical disabilities and/or ongoing health challenges, such as someone who:
- requires a personal attendant
- is dependent on a mechanical device for mobility or maintenance of body functions
- requires major continuing therapies OR
- has other significant special needs.
Applicants with diagnosed mental health challenges (e.g. depression) and/or behavioural conditions (e.g. ADHD) may be considered for bursary funding only if they also have significant physical disabilities, as outlined above.
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| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/31/2026 | | Bursaries | 09-May |
| | External | | | Application deadline: May 31, 2026 Eligibility: Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Refugee Status. Demonstrated financial need.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/31/2026 | | Bursaries | 09-May |
| | External | | | Application deadline: May 31, 2026 Eligibility: First
time post-secondary student. Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Age 40 years old or younger. Household income below $60K.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/31/2026 | | Scholarships | 09-May |
| | External | | | Scholarships will be awarded to three
students in the amount of $1000. As well, the winning essays submitted
by the scholarship recipients will be featured on gfnf's website.
Application criteria include: Currently registered in Grade 12 Criteria: students with outstanding academic and leadership achievements demonstrating financial need Evidence of enrolment or application to a post-secondary school in the 2026-2027 academic year A one page essay on "How have you made a meaningful impact on your community?" (see application form for more details)
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/31/2026 | | Scholarships | 09-May |
| | External | | | A number of scholarships available, please see website for details and application
Deadline: June 15, 2026
1. Vocational & Technical Education Scholarship 2. Crown lift Vocational & Technical Education Scholarships 3. Horatio Alger Seaspan VTE Scholarship (BC residents only) 4. Horatio Alger Skills and Trades Scholarship (BC resident only)
| Please see website for details and application | No | 6/15/2026 | | Scholarships | 10-June |
| | External | | | Please submit your application by 4:30PM on MAY 15, 2026. See website for details and application. Eligibility:
• Students Indigenous to Canada living in British Columbia
• Graduating Grade 12 student planning to enroll in a full-time post-secondary institution
Demonstrated financial need, as well as life experiences, challenges, and triumphs will be taken into
consideration.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/15/2026 | | Scholarships | 09-May |
| | External | | | Please note the deadline to submit applications is June 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.
Criteria and Application Details The Youth of Canada Student Scholarship is a $1500 CAD scholarship awarded to Canadian youth (citizen or permanent resident) aged 14-18 years old. There will be 3 recipients. Candidates are required to submit three short essays demonstrating community service, impactful experiences, and critical thinking. Candidates
must be enrolled in high school or post-secondary education in
September of 2026 and provide proof of acceptance or enrolment if they
are chosen as a recipient of the Youth of Canada Student Scholarship. By
applying for this scholarship, candidates agree that, if selected as a
recipient, any funds received from the Youth of Canada Student
Scholarship will be used for school-related expenses only. Youth
of Canada reserves the right to disburse funds directly to the
recipient’s educational institution or, where appropriate, to contribute
funds to a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) in the recipient’s
name, rather than issuing funds directly to the recipient.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 6/15/2026 | | Scholarships | 10-June |
| | External | | | PLEASE SEE ATTACHED FOR APPLICATION AND DETAILS, DEADLINE: MAY 15, 2026  2026-Karin Khuong (2K) Memorial Award.pdf
One to four awards will be granted annually to any grade 12 student in Port Coquitlam who meets the following criteria: - In their grade 11 & 12 years is enrolled in Terry Fox Secondary or Riverside Secondary.
- Is in good academic standing with a minimum overall grade of 75%
- Has competed in at least one sport, or has been a team manager for at least one sport, at their high school in their grade 11 and 12 years
- Has demonstrated high standards of leadership, athletic performance or service to a team at their high school
- Has demonstrated a passion for their sport and a willingness to share their knowledge with younger athletes.
- Will be attending a post-secondary institution in the fall of the award
| | No | 5/15/2026 | | Awards | 09-May |
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The 2026 Hebden Bursary Award deadline is May 15th, 2026 (scroll down to Hebden Bursary to see details)
The Jim Hebden Chemistry Bursary will be awarded to a student who has
performed service for their school and/or community while maintaining
the grades in science that are necessary for success in post-secondary
education. This year, the bursary will remain $1000.
The $1000 bursary, to be used for post-secondary studies, is presented
annually by Western Campus Resources, the exclusive distributor of the
best-selling Hebden Chemistry Workbooks 11 & 12. Please note that the bursary is applicable only to B.C. students.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/15/2026 | | Bursaries | 09-May |
| | External | | | Deadline for Submissions: November 30, 2026 The Geraldo Donato Vertone Biennal Scholarship is open to any student who is willing to work hard toward their education. | See website for details and application | No | 11/30/2026 | | Scholarships | 03-November |
| | External | | | Application deadline: May 31, 2026
1. Italian Cultural Centre Scholarships:
The
Italian Cultural Centre has established four Scholarships to be granted
annually to four Grade 12 students residing in Metro Vancouver. One of
the applicant’s parents must be of Italian heritage, and as well a
member of the Italian Cultural Centre Society. The applicants will plan
to attend a post-secondary institution where they must also be prepared
to pursue Italian-language course work.
2. Tony Marzitelli Memorial Scholarship Fund:
Tony
Marzitelli served on the Board of Directors of the Italian Cultural
Centre for 17 years until his unexpected passing in 2010. Tony
Marzitelli was an avid sports fan, but also valued the importance of
community involvement and post-secondary education.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/31/2026 | | Scholarships | 09-May |
| | External | | | Open to female students in the Metro Vancouver schools who are completing grade 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 and demonstrate financial
need.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/15/2026 | | Bursaries | 09-May |
| | External | | | The application period is Feb 15 - May 15, 2026. Any Canadian student who is 17 years or older and will be beginning or
continuing their studies at a recognized post-secondary educational
institution on a full-time basis may be eligible to receive the Lotus Light Charity Society (LLCS) Scholarship to assist in those studies. Applicants will be assessed on scholastic record and community volunteer involvement.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 5/15/2026 | | Scholarships | 09-May |
| | External | | | Application Deadline: Monday, June 1, 2026 Bursaries will be awarded to qualified applicants through the Legion Poppy Fund and are available to children or grand children of Veterans and ex-service personnel.
Students without a Legion or military affiliation are also eligible to apply for bursaries that are available through our educational funding
Awards are based on financial need, good grades and residence in Port Coquitlam
applicant's total family income cannot exceed $120,000 annually.
Please see attachment for details NEW- 2026 Legion 133 application.pdf
| | No | 6/1/2026 | | Bursaries | 10-June |
| | External | Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxilliary | | Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary awards two bursaries annually, in the
amount of $2500, to graduating students in the Tri-Cities who are
planning to pursue a career in the healthcare field. | Please see website for details and application | No | 3/31/2026 | | Bursaries | 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 | | | 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 |
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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 | 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 | | | 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 | | | 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 |
