| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | Application opens: October 1, 2025
Application deadline: January 19, 2026 Eligibility Ten scholarships are awarded each year to students who face
significant financial barriers to participation in post-secondary
education. This may include students who identify as Indigenous, Black,
or a person of colour, students living with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+
students, and students of all gender identities. The intent of the Uggla
Family Scholarship is to promote equity and remove historical and
existing discrimination, including barriers to full participation in
social, cultural, economic and political life. Other eligibility criteria include: - Available to domestic (Canadian) students admitted for the fall term to any undergraduate degree.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 1/19/2026 | | Scholarships | 05-January |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | **Grade 12 international students, if you would like to be considered for a nomination, please hand in financial needs form and a paragraph of how you meet the criteria to Ms. Tsang by 3:30pm on October 16, 2025** A high school, college, or university may nominate up to two students
for UBC Vancouver (including Vantage College), and one student for UBC
Okanagan.
 Financial Need Information Form - blank.pdf
The UBC International Scholars Program is for international students who have demonstrated leadership qualities, exceptional contributions to their communities, have outstanding academic performance, and require meaningful financial support to attend UBC.
The International Scholars Program application is due November 15. It’s
recommended to submit well in advance of November 15 in case of
technical difficulties. By December 1: Apply to UBC
There are four categories of prestigious need-and-merit-based awards available through UBC’s International Scholars Program. You won’t select which award you wish to receive when you submit your
application – our team will automatically consider you for the awards
that you are eligible for.
Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award International Impact Award Vantage One Excellence Award
If you apply to the International Scholars Program, you will not be considered for merit-based awards.
Please see website for details.
| Please see website for details | No | 10/16/2025 | | Awards | 02-October |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | The Undergraduate Scholars Entrance Scholarships (USES) are for both domestic and international high
school applicants who demonstrate potential to enrich the university
community through ongoing academic and community contributions.
| Please see website for application | No | 12/15/2025 | | Scholarships | 04-December |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | To be considered for the Centennial Scholars Entrance Award: - You must be a strong academic student and meet all UBC admissions requirements.
- You must demonstrate financial need.
- You must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person in Canada.
- You must be entering directly from high school or transferring from another post-secondary institution.
- You must apply to a direct entry undergraduate program at UBC, and not have a previous degree.
Although you can specify two undergraduate degree choices in your
application to UBC, your award application will only be considered for
your first-choice campus and degree. The Centennial Scholars Entrance Award is separate from the Presidential Scholars Award. You are eligible to apply for both awards, provided you meet the criteria.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 12/1/2025 | | Scholarships | 04-December |
| | External | | | UBC is looking for the most accomplished and promising Canadian citizens
and permanent residents to join our community. The Presidential
Scholars Award program offers the most prestigious awards available to
students who are entering UBC. These include a one-time award of
approximately $5,000, and renewable awards of up to $40,000 on the
Okanagan campus, and $80,000 on the Vancouver campus, each payable over
four years.
| Please see website for details | No | 12/1/2025 | | Awards | 04-December |
| | External | | | The Dr. M. Wosk Environmental Leadership Award was established by
Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation for the development of youth
leadership in 2006. The leadership fund is used to engage, train and
empower today’s youth (age 15-19) with the skills necessary for the
future sustainability of our spectacular regional parks. Participants will have training in ecological issues and
environmental preservation as well as the organizational and
communication skills necessary to make a profound difference. The impact
of their work will be felt by all as they grow to become the leaders of
the future.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 10/31/2025 | | Awards | 02-October |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | U of Toronto | | Wolf Scholars has been designed to be the country's most rewarding undergraduate scholarship, providing a fully funded education and life-changing experiences to develop future generations of thoughtful and ambitious Canadian leaders. Each year, up to 16 Wolf Scholars will benefit from: - Full funding for tuition and ancillary fees
- A generous living stipend
- Funded Canadian and international travel
- Access to top internships at Canada's leading organisations
- Rigorous seminars, mentorship, a tight-knit cohort, and much more
Wolf Scholars may pursue a wide range of programs within U of T's Faculty of Arts & Science (400+ programs at St. George Campus, excluding Commerce).
Applications will open on September 8th, 2025 and will close on November 10th, 2025 (for students entering university in September 2026.)
| Please see website for details and application | No | 11/10/2025 | | Scholarships | 03-November |
| | External | REMax of Western Canada | |
The 2026 Quest for Excellence Scholarship Program is now open for submissions until March 6th 2026
The REMAX Quest for Excellence scholarship program
is a cash scholarship that recognizes students for their ongoing
community contributions and pursuit of leadership. Through this
scholarship program, REMAX Canada is pleased to offer 40 scholarships of
$1,000 each to students across Canada (except for Quebec). The 2026 Quest for Excellence program will invite eligible students
to write and submit an essay based on one of three key themes:
charitable community contribution; the vision for a brighter future; and
ensuring Canadians have a safe, secure and affordable place to call
“home.”
| Please see website for details & application | No | 3/6/2026 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | | | Eligibility Criteria Terry Fox Humanitarian Awards are open to students of all abilities. To be considered for the Award, applicants must be: - In good academic standing.
- Canadian citizens or landed immigrants.
- Students graduating from secondary (high) school or students
completing their first year of CÉGEP or students who have completed
secondary (high) school
- Involved in voluntary humanitarian activities (for which they have not been compensated).
- Planning to or are already studying towards their first university
degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution, or entering
their 2nd year of CÉGEP in the upcoming academic year.
Applications are submitted online and must be completed before the deadline of 11:59 pm PT on December 1st.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 12/1/2025 | | Awards | 04-December |
| | External | TD | | Are you a student in your final year of high school (if you live outside Quebec), or in your last year of CEGEP (if you live in Quebec)? Have you shown a commitment to making a positive difference in your community? You may be eligible for a TD Scholarship for Community Leadership valued at up to $70,000 over 4 years toward a post-secondary college or university education. Apply online between September 3 and October 22, 2025.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 10/22/2025 | | Scholarships | 02-October |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | University of Toronto | | *Grade 12 students if you would like to be considered for a nomination for the U of T National
book award, please write a short paragraph about how you meet the criteria hand in to Ms. Tsang by 3pm on Wednesday, September 24 2025. Terry Fox is able to nominate one student If you've been nominated by your school for the National Book Award you will be invited to submit an application to the National Scholarship Program
Please note the new application deadlines below: New
for 2025! Students must apply to U of T before October 17, 2025, if they intend
to apply for the National Scholarship. NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE (for students): Friday October 31, 2025
The University of Toronto National Book Award Program recognizes and
rewards the very best Canadian secondary school students, regardless of
which university those students choose to attend. National Book Award
recipients are students who demonstrate superior academic performance,
original and creative thought and exceptional achievement in a broad
context. They excel in academic pursuits, demonstrate enthusiasm for
intellectual exploration and have a strong involvement in the lives of
their schools and communities.
| Please see website for details | No | 9/24/2025 | | Scholarships | 01-September |
| | External | | | *grade 12 international students if you would like to be considered for a nomination--Please hand in to Ms. Tsang a paragraph about how you meet the criteria by 3pm on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Fox is able to nominate one international student.
Please see website for more details! To be eligible to apply to the Pearson International Scholarship, you must be: - an international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit);
- enrolled in your final year of senior secondary school in 2025/2026 or have graduated no earlier than June 2025; and
- beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2026.
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is the university's most
prestigious award for international students. It recognizes outstanding
academic achievement, creativity and leadership potential.
Important dates and deadlines
- Student OUAC admission application deadline: October 17, 2025
- Student scholarship application deadline and documentation submission deadline: November 7, 2025
| Please see website for details | No | 9/24/2025 | | Scholarships | 01-September |
| | External | | | *Please see website for details and application* For those entering university in 2026, the deadline for submission of all applications is October 16, 2025 (at noon ET). - Be entering university for the first time in September 2026.
- Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%.
- Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
- Be born between January 1, 2004 and September 1, 2010.
| https://loranscholar.ca/the-program/how-to-apply/ | No | 10/16/2025 | | Awards | 02-October |
| | External | | | The Jake Weitz Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the memory of Jake Weitz and to provide scholarships to High School students for post-secondary education, in the field of mechanics (automotive services, heavy duty mechanics, ag mechanics, aviation mechanics, etc.) who also share a love for mechanics. | Please see website for details and application | No | 3/1/2026 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | | | The Make It Right Charity Award application submissions will be available throughout the year. The selection process takes 15 days and all correspondence will be via email. The selection committee will determine the number of awards granted each calendar year.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 6/30/2025 | | Scholarships | 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 | 3/31/2025 | | Bursaries | 07-March |
| | External | | | Please check website for updates
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.
| https://pcaha.ca/scholarships/ | No | 3/31/2025 | | Scholarships | 07-March |
| | External | | | See website for details and application
The British Columbia Retired Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (BCRPVPA) awards up to ten (10) bursaries/scholarships, in the amount of $1000 each, to students who graduate from the BC public school system and who are continuing their education at an accredited post-secondary institution. (Students planning a “gap year” should apply in the year in which they register in a post-secondary program.) Applicants who are pursuing education in trades, technical and career fields, as well as those entering universities and colleges, are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be judged on their demonstrated
leadership and service activities within the school and community as well as academic skills. Financial need of applicants will also be a consideration.
| Please see website for details | No | 3/31/2025 | | Bursaries | 07-March |
| | 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 | 3/31/2025 | | Awards | 07-March |
| | External | | |
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, 2025
| https://www.ufv.ca/fineaid/awards/ufv-entrance-scholarships/ | No | 3/10/2025 | | Scholarships | 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 $3,500 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 | 3/1/2025 | | Awards | 07-March |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | Various scholarships:
Our entrance awards are given to new students to recognize and support achievement in academics, sports, and the arts. Some awards also look at financial need, and many awards are given for your commitment to community involvement and leadership.
| Please see website | No | 3/1/2025 | | Awards | 07-March |
| | Entrance (Post-secondary Sponsored) | | | - Submit your application form and required supporting documents by March 31, 2025 11:59 PM 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 | 3/31/2025 | | Bursaries | 07-March |
| | External | Coquitlam Foundation | | There are a number of bursaries and scholarships:
Scholarships and bursaries are put into place for either a specific post secondary institute, a particular area of study, for having accomplished or been involved in a sport or some other reason. It is important when considering applying for one between December and March every year that you review the criteria for each fund.
DEADLINE: The deadline for submissions is Monday, March 31, 2025, at 4:00PM (PST)
| Please see website for details & applications | No | 3/31/2025 | | Bursaries | 07-March |
| | 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 | 2/15/2025 | | Awards | 06-February |
| | 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 | 2/15/2025 | | Awards | 06-February |
| | External | | | David Lam/BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship was established by the TEAL Charitable Foundation to honour David C. Lam, the 25th Lieutenant-Governor of British Columbia. During his lifetime, David C. Lam was respected for his commitment to excellence, English language study and public service. The scholarship is valued at up to $4,000. The David Lam/BC TEAL English Language Learner Scholarship is awarded annually to an English language student who wishes to study at a post-secondary institution, has excelled academically and has taken an active part in community and/or school service. , 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 study visas are not eligible for this award
| https://tealcharitablefoundation.ca/david-lam-bc-teal-english-language-learner-scholarship/ | No | 1/31/2025 | | 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.
| Please see website for details and application | No | 1/31/2025 | | Awards | 05-January |
| | 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 17, 2025*
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, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST
| Please see website for details | No | 1/17/2025 | | Scholarships | 05-January |
| | 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 Friday, January 17, 2025
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. online applications are due by 3:00 pm PST on Monday, February 17, 2025.
| Please see website for details & application | No | 1/17/2025 | | Scholarships | 05-January |
