SCHOLARSHIPS
A scholarship is free money (a grant or payment) made to support a student's education, awarded on the basis of academic or other achievement. A bursary is free money to students with demonstrated financial needs. Awards are scholarships or bursaries to acknowledge outstanding achievement or contributions to the community.
Tips to Begin your Scholarship Search
Tips to Begin your Scholarship Search
LAST UPDATED 09-07-2018
This list will be updated as 2018-2019 information comes into the Counselling Office. Students and parents are encouraged to do their own research, as there are a multitude of scholarships out there.
Aboriginal Ancestry Scholarships
University of Guelph Chancellor's Scholarship / Lincoln Alexander Scholarship / President's Scholarship
https://admission.uoguelph.ca/topscholarships
January 25, 2019
David C. Lam / Teal Foundation Award
http://www.bcteal.org/tcf/awards-scholarships-bursaries/david-c-lambc-teal-esl-scholarships/
November 1, 2018 & January 31, 2019
Mensa Canada Scholarship
http://www.mensacanada.ca/rules.html
January 31, 2018
D.B. Perks & Associates Life Saving Society Scholarship
lifesaving.bc.ca/db-perks-lifesaving-society-scholarships
January 31, 2019
Toyota Earth Day Scholarship
http://scholarship-positions.com/toyota-earth-day-scholarship-program-canada/2008/01/16/
January 31, 2019
February Deadlines
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
http://www.terryfoxawards.ca/
February 1, 2019
Kin Canada Scholarship
http://www.kincanada.ca/apply
February 1, 2019
BCSSA Grade 12 Scholarship Program
For students interested in pursuing post-secondary education in Education.
www.bcssa.org/scholarships
February 9, 2018
CMOLIK Foundation
http://www.thecmolikfoundation.com/scholarship-criteria-policies
February 15, 2019
RBC Students Leading Change Scholarship
*Scholarship applicants will have a chance to apply for a ME to WE Trip in addition to the scholarship.
http://scholarships.rbc.com/students-leading-change/
February 23, 2018
Optimist International Essay Contest
https://www.optimist.org/Forms/17-18_Essay_Application-corrected.pdf
February 28, 2019
UVIC Black Press Award (Peter B. Gustavson School of Business)
http://www.uvic.ca/gustavson/undergraduate/future/tuition/blackpress/index.php?utm_source=blackpress&utm_medium=print&utm_campaign=blackpress
February 28, 2019
BCCPAC Educational Award
http://bccpac.bc.ca/bccpac-educational-award
February 28, 2019
Aldergrove Youth Soccer Club - AYSC
http://www.aldergrovesoccer.com/about/scholarships/
February 28, 2019
Triumf Summer Fellowship for High School Students
http://www.triumf.ca/outreach/high-school-fellowship
(Check back for an updated 2019 deadline)
Unlock Your Future
Event regarding tips for applying for scholarships: October 18th at WGSS.
http://www.keytoscholarships.com/uyf_scholarships.html
*The 2019 application will be released in February 2019*
BC Excellence Scholarship - B.C. Ministry of Education
All interested applicants must declare their interest by February 15, 2018 to Ms. Pickering.
Nominees must:
Be in their graduating year, with graduation to occur by August 31 or sooner of the year in which they are nominated.
Have at least a “B” (73% or above) in their Language Arts 11 final mark and have at least a “B” average in Grade 11 final course marks that fulfill graduation requirements of Science 11, Math 11 or 12 and Social Studies 11 or 12, with no more than one “C+” (67% or above) final course mark. Marks lower than “C+” will not be accepted.
Maintain a “B” average in Grades 11 and 12 final course marks required for graduation (includes required and elective courses).
Write and pass a Language Arts 12 provincial examination.
Complete a resume
Provide two references - one from your community and one from your school (see Section 4).
Provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) describing (see Section 5):
March Deadlines
The Chacko and Lize Simon Scholarship Fund
http://simonsecret.org/hatdetails.html
March 1, 2019
Canadian Association of Principals - Student Leadership Award
http://cdnprincipals.org/cap-student-leadership-award/
March 1, 2019 Contact Mr. Ghobrial if interested, as there is only one nominee from each school.
St. John Ambulance
http://www.sja.ca/English/How-You-Can-Help/Pages/Donate/Student%20Bursaries%20and%20Scholarships/Student-Scholarships-and-Bursaries.aspx
March 15, 2019
Leonard Foundation
http://www.leonardfnd.org/
March 15, 2019
2016 Steve Cowan Scholarship for Leadership in Action
http://crisiscentre.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Steve-Cowan-Scholarship-Application-2016.pdf
(Check back for 2018 update)
2016 Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
http://crisiscentre.bc.ca/scholarship/
(Check back for 2018 update)
Remax Quest for Excellence Bursary Program
http://www.remax.ca/editorial/about-remax/western/re/max-of-western-canada-quest-for-excellence/
(Check back for 2018 update)
Dream Fund Bursaries - Students in Government Care
http://fbcyicn.ca/programs/education/dream-fund/
(Check back for 2018 update)
The Rotary Club of Langley - Application forms here.
March 15th, 2016
Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship
http://canucks.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=85189
March 15, 2018
Prospera Credit Union Educational Awards Program
https://www.prospera.ca/Community/CommPrograms/SupportEd/
March 30, 2018
Retail as a Career Scholarship Program
http://www.retailcouncil.org/education/retail-as-a-career-scholarship-program
March 31, 2016
BC Hydro Power Pioneers Youth Community Service Awards
http://www.powerpioneers.com/Community_Projects/youth_award.asp
March 31, 2016
BC Soccer Scholarships
http://www.bcsoccer.net/scholarships
March 31, 2106
Pathway to Teacher Education
The Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship (PTES) is awarded to 20 outstanding high school graduates who have demonstrated a commitment and aptitude for a career path in K-12 teaching. Each recipient will receive a $5000 scholarship voucher to use towards tuition in their teaching program at a designated BC post-secondary institution.
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with all required documents by March 31, 2016.
Blue Wave Bursary
http://www.ok2bblue.com/janice-lee-blue-wave-bursary/
Details will be posted in Spring 2016
APRIL DEADLINES
Langley Rugby Club - $500 for one male and $500 for one female
Application here
April 1, 2016
Langley Rotary "SASSY" Award:
Langley SASSY incorporates Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self”, and adds on “Student Youth”. The program recognizes, acknowledges and celebrates the achievements of youth who exemplify the ideals of Rotary, and are role models for other Youth to say, “I can do that too!”
Applications will be accepted in seven categories, with one winner in each category. The winner will receive a $1000.00 award, as well as $500.00 to donate to the registered charity of their choice. Please see Ms. Pickering or Ms. Springenatic for more details about being nominated.
http://sassyawardslangley.ca
April 1, 2016
UFV Entrance Scholarships:
April 1, 2016
Applications must be submitted directly to the institution.
Douglas College Entrance Scholarship Awards
April 1, 2016 (all supporting documentation must be received by April 8, 2016)
http://www.douglascollege.ca/student-services/financial/financial-aid/scholarships/applying
Scouts Canada
http://www.scouts.ca/ca/how-apply-scholarship
April 1, 2016
Girl Guides of Canada
http://www.girlguides.ca/GGC/Programs/Scholarships
April 1, 2016
KPU Entrance Awards
http://www.kpu.ca/awards/awards/entrance-scholarship
April 11, 2016
Colonel Douglas H. Gunter Award
http://www.warmuseum.ca/education/programs/the-colonel-douglas-h-gunter-award/
April 8, 2016
Maple Leaf Youth Awards
https://www.canadianclubvancouver.com/contentpage.aspx?id=AwardsMapleLeafGeneral
April (check site later for updated details and deadlines for 2016)
Cantera Management Group Trade Entrance Scholarship
http://www.canteragroup.com/contact/cantera-trade-entrance-scholarship/
April 15, 2016
The Annual Sears DX Canadian High School Design Competition
http://www.dx.org/index.cfm?id=58546
April 25, 2016
Alice Brown Elementary PAC Scholarship
Scholarship application form.
April 29, 2016
Pacific Leaders Scholarship for Public Servants
http://www2.gov.bc.ca/myhr/article.page?ContentID=d893dd42-7364-3974-1353-a79b34157213
April 30, 2016
Otter CO-OP Scholarship
http://ottercoop.com/index.php?id=55
April 30, 2016
BC Hockey Scholarships
http://www.bchockey.net/awards/scholarships.aspx
April 30, 2016
MAY DEADLINES
Richard Bulpitt Educational Award
Application information will be available in the counselling office NOW
OR available here
May 1, 2016
UFCW & OFG Joint Diversity Scholarship
Overwaitea Food Group has partnered with UFCW Loc. 1518 to offer up to ten scholarships valued at $1,000 each to individuals who have played a significant role in diversity initiatives in their school and/or community.
http://www.owfg.com/diversity
May 1, 2016
Royal Commonwealth Society Essay
https://thercs.org/youth/competition
May 1, 2016
Mike Pettingale Memorial Scholarship - Soccer
http://westsidefc.com/scholarship
May 1, 2016
Bert & Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship
http://www.bcshoolsports.ca/recognition
May 11, 2016
B.C. SCHOOL SPORTS (BCSS) ZONE SCHOLARSHIPS
http://www.bcshoolsports.ca/recognition
May 16, 2016
Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarships
http://www.bcshoolsports.ca/recognition
May 16, 2016
Harry Jerome Scholarship
http://www.bcathletics.org/main/hjschol.htm
May 20, 2016
The Visual College of Art and Design High School Scholarship Competition
Are you interested in attending the VCAD in Vancouver, BC?
Guidelines: max 250 word personal statement describing your career goals and how VCAD can help you accomplish them. PLUS individual program submissions requirements for the following programs: graphic design, interior design, fashion design, game development and design, mobile game design and development, 3D modelling animation art and design, marketing and merchandising for fashion. Please see www.scholarship.vcad.ca for more information and an application.
May 22, 2016
JUNE DEADLINES
AbbVie IBD Scholarship Program - Crohn's & Colitis Canada
http://ibdscholarship.ca/EN/applicaton-process.php
June 1, 2016
Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship Program
Available for high school students entering first year of post-secondary education in agriculture, food science or culinary arts, at a Canadian college or university. Each scholarship is valued at $1,500 and will be awarded to students who meet the criteria set out in the application form.
www.monsanto.ca
June 15, 2016
BC Sports Hall of Fame Jack Farley Youth Sports Achievement
http://www.bcsportshalloffame.com/about-us/scholarships/
June 30, 2016
Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (2 options)
Post Secondary Scholarship - Engineering Transfer Program
Post Secondary Entrance Scholarship (UBC, UVIc, SFU. UNBC, BCIT)
Apply online: http://apeg.bc.ca/scholarships
June 24, 2016
JULY DEADLINES
National Union of Public and General Employees
Scholarships available to students who plan to enter their first year of a public, post-secondary educational institute full-time in 2016-17. Must be children/grandchildren, or foster children/grandchildren of a National Union member. Further information may be obtained online: http://nupge.ca/content/3706/national-unions-scholarship-program-2016
Dream Fund Bursaries - Students in Govt. Care
http://fbcyicn.ca/programs/education/dream-fund/
July 8, 2016
This list will be updated as 2018-2019 information comes into the Counselling Office. Students and parents are encouraged to do their own research, as there are a multitude of scholarships out there.
Aboriginal Ancestry Scholarships
- List of scholarships for BC students of Aboriginal ancestry
- List of National Aboriginal scholarships
- INDSPIRE - Indigenous Educational, Canada's Future
University of Guelph Chancellor's Scholarship / Lincoln Alexander Scholarship / President's Scholarship
https://admission.uoguelph.ca/topscholarships
January 25, 2019
David C. Lam / Teal Foundation Award
http://www.bcteal.org/tcf/awards-scholarships-bursaries/david-c-lambc-teal-esl-scholarships/
November 1, 2018 & January 31, 2019
Mensa Canada Scholarship
http://www.mensacanada.ca/rules.html
January 31, 2018
D.B. Perks & Associates Life Saving Society Scholarship
lifesaving.bc.ca/db-perks-lifesaving-society-scholarships
January 31, 2019
Toyota Earth Day Scholarship
http://scholarship-positions.com/toyota-earth-day-scholarship-program-canada/2008/01/16/
January 31, 2019
February Deadlines
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
http://www.terryfoxawards.ca/
February 1, 2019
Kin Canada Scholarship
http://www.kincanada.ca/apply
February 1, 2019
BCSSA Grade 12 Scholarship Program
For students interested in pursuing post-secondary education in Education.
www.bcssa.org/scholarships
February 9, 2018
CMOLIK Foundation
http://www.thecmolikfoundation.com/scholarship-criteria-policies
February 15, 2019
RBC Students Leading Change Scholarship
*Scholarship applicants will have a chance to apply for a ME to WE Trip in addition to the scholarship.
http://scholarships.rbc.com/students-leading-change/
February 23, 2018
Optimist International Essay Contest
https://www.optimist.org/Forms/17-18_Essay_Application-corrected.pdf
February 28, 2019
UVIC Black Press Award (Peter B. Gustavson School of Business)
http://www.uvic.ca/gustavson/undergraduate/future/tuition/blackpress/index.php?utm_source=blackpress&utm_medium=print&utm_campaign=blackpress
February 28, 2019
BCCPAC Educational Award
http://bccpac.bc.ca/bccpac-educational-award
February 28, 2019
Aldergrove Youth Soccer Club - AYSC
http://www.aldergrovesoccer.com/about/scholarships/
February 28, 2019
Triumf Summer Fellowship for High School Students
http://www.triumf.ca/outreach/high-school-fellowship
(Check back for an updated 2019 deadline)
Unlock Your Future
Event regarding tips for applying for scholarships: October 18th at WGSS.
http://www.keytoscholarships.com/uyf_scholarships.html
*The 2019 application will be released in February 2019*
BC Excellence Scholarship - B.C. Ministry of Education
All interested applicants must declare their interest by February 15, 2018 to Ms. Pickering.
Nominees must:
Be in their graduating year, with graduation to occur by August 31 or sooner of the year in which they are nominated.
Have at least a “B” (73% or above) in their Language Arts 11 final mark and have at least a “B” average in Grade 11 final course marks that fulfill graduation requirements of Science 11, Math 11 or 12 and Social Studies 11 or 12, with no more than one “C+” (67% or above) final course mark. Marks lower than “C+” will not be accepted.
Maintain a “B” average in Grades 11 and 12 final course marks required for graduation (includes required and elective courses).
Write and pass a Language Arts 12 provincial examination.
Complete a resume
Provide two references - one from your community and one from your school (see Section 4).
Provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) describing (see Section 5):
- What led you to choose your community service, volunteer activity, and/or leadership role
- What you learned from this involvement
- How these skills/experiences will benefit you in your chosen career path
March Deadlines
The Chacko and Lize Simon Scholarship Fund
http://simonsecret.org/hatdetails.html
March 1, 2019
Canadian Association of Principals - Student Leadership Award
http://cdnprincipals.org/cap-student-leadership-award/
March 1, 2019 Contact Mr. Ghobrial if interested, as there is only one nominee from each school.
St. John Ambulance
http://www.sja.ca/English/How-You-Can-Help/Pages/Donate/Student%20Bursaries%20and%20Scholarships/Student-Scholarships-and-Bursaries.aspx
March 15, 2019
Leonard Foundation
http://www.leonardfnd.org/
March 15, 2019
2016 Steve Cowan Scholarship for Leadership in Action
http://crisiscentre.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Steve-Cowan-Scholarship-Application-2016.pdf
(Check back for 2018 update)
2016 Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
http://crisiscentre.bc.ca/scholarship/
(Check back for 2018 update)
Remax Quest for Excellence Bursary Program
http://www.remax.ca/editorial/about-remax/western/re/max-of-western-canada-quest-for-excellence/
(Check back for 2018 update)
Dream Fund Bursaries - Students in Government Care
http://fbcyicn.ca/programs/education/dream-fund/
(Check back for 2018 update)
The Rotary Club of Langley - Application forms here.
March 15th, 2016
Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship
http://canucks.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=85189
March 15, 2018
Prospera Credit Union Educational Awards Program
https://www.prospera.ca/Community/CommPrograms/SupportEd/
March 30, 2018
Retail as a Career Scholarship Program
http://www.retailcouncil.org/education/retail-as-a-career-scholarship-program
March 31, 2016
BC Hydro Power Pioneers Youth Community Service Awards
http://www.powerpioneers.com/Community_Projects/youth_award.asp
March 31, 2016
BC Soccer Scholarships
http://www.bcsoccer.net/scholarships
March 31, 2106
Pathway to Teacher Education
The Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarship (PTES) is awarded to 20 outstanding high school graduates who have demonstrated a commitment and aptitude for a career path in K-12 teaching. Each recipient will receive a $5000 scholarship voucher to use towards tuition in their teaching program at a designated BC post-secondary institution.
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with all required documents by March 31, 2016.
Blue Wave Bursary
http://www.ok2bblue.com/janice-lee-blue-wave-bursary/
Details will be posted in Spring 2016
APRIL DEADLINES
Langley Rugby Club - $500 for one male and $500 for one female
Application here
April 1, 2016
Langley Rotary "SASSY" Award:
Langley SASSY incorporates Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self”, and adds on “Student Youth”. The program recognizes, acknowledges and celebrates the achievements of youth who exemplify the ideals of Rotary, and are role models for other Youth to say, “I can do that too!”
Applications will be accepted in seven categories, with one winner in each category. The winner will receive a $1000.00 award, as well as $500.00 to donate to the registered charity of their choice. Please see Ms. Pickering or Ms. Springenatic for more details about being nominated.
http://sassyawardslangley.ca
April 1, 2016
UFV Entrance Scholarships:
- UFV Student Unition Society Premiere Entrance Scholarship (renewable)
- Canadian Association of Equipment Distributors of BC (CAEDBC) Annual Entrance Scholarship - Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport
- Neil MacGregor Memorial Entrance Endowment Scholarship - Agriculture
- Marco Corbin Memorial Endowment Entrance Award - Engineering Transfer
- George A. Ferguson Memorial Annual Entrance Scholarship - Business/Agriculture
- Tourism Harrison Annual Entrance Scholarship in Hospitality Event Planning
- UFV President's Entrance Scholarship (renewable)
- UFV Excellence Entrance Scholarship
- UFV Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies Annual Entrance Scholarship
April 1, 2016
Applications must be submitted directly to the institution.
Douglas College Entrance Scholarship Awards
April 1, 2016 (all supporting documentation must be received by April 8, 2016)
http://www.douglascollege.ca/student-services/financial/financial-aid/scholarships/applying
Scouts Canada
http://www.scouts.ca/ca/how-apply-scholarship
April 1, 2016
Girl Guides of Canada
http://www.girlguides.ca/GGC/Programs/Scholarships
April 1, 2016
KPU Entrance Awards
http://www.kpu.ca/awards/awards/entrance-scholarship
April 11, 2016
Colonel Douglas H. Gunter Award
http://www.warmuseum.ca/education/programs/the-colonel-douglas-h-gunter-award/
April 8, 2016
Maple Leaf Youth Awards
https://www.canadianclubvancouver.com/contentpage.aspx?id=AwardsMapleLeafGeneral
April (check site later for updated details and deadlines for 2016)
Cantera Management Group Trade Entrance Scholarship
http://www.canteragroup.com/contact/cantera-trade-entrance-scholarship/
April 15, 2016
The Annual Sears DX Canadian High School Design Competition
http://www.dx.org/index.cfm?id=58546
April 25, 2016
Alice Brown Elementary PAC Scholarship
Scholarship application form.
April 29, 2016
Pacific Leaders Scholarship for Public Servants
http://www2.gov.bc.ca/myhr/article.page?ContentID=d893dd42-7364-3974-1353-a79b34157213
April 30, 2016
Otter CO-OP Scholarship
http://ottercoop.com/index.php?id=55
April 30, 2016
BC Hockey Scholarships
http://www.bchockey.net/awards/scholarships.aspx
April 30, 2016
MAY DEADLINES
Richard Bulpitt Educational Award
Application information will be available in the counselling office NOW
OR available here
May 1, 2016
UFCW & OFG Joint Diversity Scholarship
Overwaitea Food Group has partnered with UFCW Loc. 1518 to offer up to ten scholarships valued at $1,000 each to individuals who have played a significant role in diversity initiatives in their school and/or community.
http://www.owfg.com/diversity
May 1, 2016
Royal Commonwealth Society Essay
https://thercs.org/youth/competition
May 1, 2016
Mike Pettingale Memorial Scholarship - Soccer
http://westsidefc.com/scholarship
May 1, 2016
Bert & Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship
http://www.bcshoolsports.ca/recognition
May 11, 2016
B.C. SCHOOL SPORTS (BCSS) ZONE SCHOLARSHIPS
http://www.bcshoolsports.ca/recognition
May 16, 2016
Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarships
http://www.bcshoolsports.ca/recognition
May 16, 2016
Harry Jerome Scholarship
http://www.bcathletics.org/main/hjschol.htm
May 20, 2016
The Visual College of Art and Design High School Scholarship Competition
Are you interested in attending the VCAD in Vancouver, BC?
Guidelines: max 250 word personal statement describing your career goals and how VCAD can help you accomplish them. PLUS individual program submissions requirements for the following programs: graphic design, interior design, fashion design, game development and design, mobile game design and development, 3D modelling animation art and design, marketing and merchandising for fashion. Please see www.scholarship.vcad.ca for more information and an application.
May 22, 2016
JUNE DEADLINES
AbbVie IBD Scholarship Program - Crohn's & Colitis Canada
http://ibdscholarship.ca/EN/applicaton-process.php
June 1, 2016
Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship Program
Available for high school students entering first year of post-secondary education in agriculture, food science or culinary arts, at a Canadian college or university. Each scholarship is valued at $1,500 and will be awarded to students who meet the criteria set out in the application form.
www.monsanto.ca
June 15, 2016
BC Sports Hall of Fame Jack Farley Youth Sports Achievement
http://www.bcsportshalloffame.com/about-us/scholarships/
June 30, 2016
Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (2 options)
Post Secondary Scholarship - Engineering Transfer Program
Post Secondary Entrance Scholarship (UBC, UVIc, SFU. UNBC, BCIT)
Apply online: http://apeg.bc.ca/scholarships
June 24, 2016
JULY DEADLINES
National Union of Public and General Employees
Scholarships available to students who plan to enter their first year of a public, post-secondary educational institute full-time in 2016-17. Must be children/grandchildren, or foster children/grandchildren of a National Union member. Further information may be obtained online: http://nupge.ca/content/3706/national-unions-scholarship-program-2016
- Tommy Douglas Scholarship: $1500 - winner determined based on a 750-1000 word essay "How Tommy Douglas' life contributed to making Canada a more just and equitable society"
- Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians: $1500 - winner determined based on a 750-1000 word essay "The importance of quality public services in enhancing the quality of life of Aboriginal Canadians"
- Scholarship for Visible Minorities: $1500 - winner determined based on a 750-1000 word essay "The importance of quality public services in enhancing the quality of life of visible minorities"
- Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship: $1500 - winner determined based on a 750-1000 word essay "The importance of quality public services in enhancing the quality of life of people with disabilities"
Dream Fund Bursaries - Students in Govt. Care
http://fbcyicn.ca/programs/education/dream-fund/
July 8, 2016
