Finding Scholarship Information

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- www.finaid.org (US)

Last chance for scholarships!!!

Classes may be over but some awards can still be applied for!

APEG BC

Interested in Engineering. Awards are available for students entering university or college Engineering Transfer programs. Deadline June 28, 2010. More info at http://www.apeg.bc.ca/students/scholarships/index.html

Bill Kehler Award

Awards worth $2500 for students entering agriculture or broadcasting or involved in rodeo. Deadline August 27, 2010. More info at Bill Kehler Award

CarCareerBC

Awards ranging from $1000 - $5000 are available for students entering a recognized automotive training program. Deadline June 30, 2010. More info at CarCareerBC

Pete Ketcham Award

Employees of West Fraser Timber could qualify for an award to attend post-secondary. Applications available at Pete Ketcham Award

Public Works Association of BC

Awards worth $1000 are available to dependents of public works employees (APWA - BC Chapters). Deadline is June 30, 2010. Applications available at PWABC 

Sprott-Shaw College

Two $1500 awards are available for Yale grads who attend Sprott-Shaw College next year. More info at High School Scholarship 

Grade 11 Students - One more for you!

University of Lethbridge Grade 11 Merit Award

Students planning to go to Lethbridge U after grad can apply for an award now. The value is from $500-$800. Deadline is June 30. More info at Grade 11 Merit Award

GRADE 11's! First scholarship for Grad 2011 now available!!

University of Toronto National Scholarship Program

For students entering U of T. Value: $5000 to full tuition- renewable. Deadline: October 4, 2010. You can apply directly or be nominated by Yale. See a counsellor if you would like a school nomination. More info at National Scholarships 

A&F Scholarships

For grade 11 & 12 students. Must write a 500-1000 word essay on the recession. Value $1000. Deadline June 19, 2010. More info at Abbott & Fenner Business  Consultants 

B. Davis Scholarship

For grade 11 & 12 students. Must write a 1000 word on a topic (leadership). Value: $1000. Deadline May 28, 2010. More info at Student Award Search 

CFIG National Scholarship Program

For grade 11 & 12 students enrolling in post-secondary. You must write an essay on topics relevant to independent grocers) Worth up to $6000. Deadline May 31, 2010. Apply on-line or download an application at CFIG National Scholarship 

Duck Brand Stuck at Prom Contest

Must attend prom (as a couple) dressed in an original duct tape outfit. Winners chosen by on-line voting. Value: $3000. Info at Stuck at Prom 

Canada SOARS Awards

The Canadian Club of Vancouver gives awards from $200-$750 to grade 11 & 12 students with a 73% average. Deadline is May 3, 2010. Information and application form can be downloaded at Canadian Club 

BC Principals' and Vice-Principals' Association

Offers 3 awards for graduating students. Also one award from the Retired Principals & VP's Association, All have a value of $500 and are due September 17, 2010. . Download applications at BCPVPA 

• BCPVPA Children of Members

• BCPVPA Non-members

For any high school graduate who shows academic excellence and demonstrated leadership.

• BCPVPA First Nations Student

For a First Nations graduate who shows academic excellence and demonstrated leadership.

• BC Retired Principals' and Vice Principals' Association

For graduates entering fields of ars, trades, technology or related areas. Must show academic excellence and demonstrated leadership.

BC Technology Scholarships

Student Scholarships. org Awards (March newsletter)

New scholarships through StudentScholarships.org

• CCTT/Manulife - for children of a member of the CCTT Constuent Member Association

• MADD Canada - for children whose parent or guardian was killed in an impaired-driving related crash

• Marion Roberts Memorial -for dependents of a full-time member of the Automobile Industry Association company

More information available in the counselling centre.

Garfield-Weston Award

Monsanto  Opportunity Scholarships

Monsanto provides a number of $1500 scholarships for students from a farming family who are entering an agricultural program. Application deadline is May 14, 2010. A few applications are available in the counselling centre or check the Monsanto website Opportunity Scholarships

Retail as a Career Scholarships

More than $75,000 in scholarships for students entering business, marketing or retail-related post-secondary programs in Canada. Deadline:April 1, 2010. More information and down-loadable applications at Retail as a Career Scholarships

Abbotsford Community Foundation Awards

The ACF booklet has been distributed to all interested grade 12 students. It contains over 200 awards offered by local groups. One application can be used to apply for any or all of the awards in the booklet. Extra copies of applications and booklets are available in the counselling centre. Applications should be handed in to the counselling centre by February 23. No applications will be accepted after 3:00 pm Feb 24, 2010.

Coast Capital Savings Education Awards

Two awards are available graduating students - Standing Tall award (16 available) and Citizenship award (32 available). Deadline March 31, 2010. More information and on-line applications at Coast Capital Savings Education Awards.

Standing Tall Awards

For students who are overcoming significant personal challenges to achieve their ambitions. Value $5000

Citizenship Awards

For leaders in the community. Value $2000.

B.C School Superintendents Technology Scholarship

Design a website to win an Apple MacBook. There are categories for all grade levels. Deadline April 20, 2010. More info at Technology Scholarship

B.C School Superintendents Essay Award

Up to $1000 for students intending to become teachers. Write an essay to win. Deadline April 20, 2010. More info at Essay Scholarship

Prospera Educational Awards

For members of Prospera Credit Union (for at least one year) Deadline March 31, 2010.

Prospera Low-Top Scholarship

$1500 awards for students from Abbotsford/Mission based on community involvement, financial need and marks. More info at Prospera Low-Top

Prospera Cross-Trainer Bursary

$1000 awards for students from Abbotsford/Mission based on ability. potential and financial need. More info at Prospera Cross Trainer

Simon Fraser University Awards

SFU has a variety of awards - for Canadian citizens and International students. Follow the link to download brochures and application forms. SFU Awards

Lovison Family Memorial Scholarship

$800 awards available for graduating Catholic students with a B average. Info in the counselling centre

Father E Rosaia Scholarship

Two $1500 awards for Roman Catholic Italian-Canadian graduates with a B average. Info in the counselling centre

Aero Club of B.C. Scholarship

A $1000 award for a Canadian citizen involved in aviation or planning on an aviation career. More info in the counselling centre.

AES Engineering Award

AES Engineering gives $500 awards to students with strong character traits - not a high GPA. Applications are due October 8, 2010. More info available at AES Awards.

BCIT Entrance Awards

There are a variety of awards available. You can download applications at www.bcit.ca/finaid

BCIT President's Entrance Awards - 40 available at up to $3000. Deadline August 5, 2010

Other Entrance Awards - 90 available at up to $4500. Deadlines Aug 5, 2010, Jan 6, 2011

Envision Financial Education Award

Sixteen awards of $2000 each for members of Envision Financial (must have been a member since July 1, 2009) who have a C+ average and extensive community and/or school experience. Due April 1, 2010. Applications in the counselling centre or at the credit union branches or download from the website envisionfinancial.ca

University of the Fraser Valley Entrance Scholarships

There are a number of entrance awards Yale grads might qualify for if you are going to UFV. Each award requires a separate application form. Some awards listed below. Applications for all awards are due April 1, 2010. Information on all awards at
http://www.ufv.ca/fineaid/fineaid_awards/scholarships/Entrance_Awards.htm

UFV President's Entrance

Four awards of $4000 for outstanding students demonstrating exceptional academics. citizenship and leadership. Applications available in counselling centre or on-line.

UFV Excellence Awards

Awards of $3000 for outstanding students in the Fraser Valley region.

UFV Trades Scholarship

Awards of $2000 for students entering UFV's Faculty of Trades and Technology.

Dalhousie University Entrance Awards

A variety of awards area vailable for students who are going to Dalhousie University (Halifax NS). Follow the link to find out more.
http://www.moneymatters.dal.ca/scholarship/01_prospective.html

University of Saskatchewan

USask has many awards for students planning to attend. Many of these are due Feb 15, 2010. Follow the link to find out more.
http://explore.usask.ca/moneymatters/

BC Hydro Aboriginal Award

For students who can self-identify as Aboriginal. Due by April 16, 2010. Value: $1500-$2000
http://www.bchydro.com/community/community_investment/scholarships.html?WT.mc_id=rd_scholarships#aboriginal

BC Hydro Power Pioneers Award

For students who have made a contibution to their community. $1000. Apply before March 31, 2010.
http://www.powerpioneers.com/files/forms_(new_site)/Power_Pioneers_Community_Service_Award_Application.pdf

BC Hockey Scholarship

For grad who are current members of BC Hockey (officials, players, coasches, volunteers). Awards vary in value. Due April 30, 2010. Info available in counselling centre or download application at www.bchockey.net

UBC Major Entrance Scholarships

For grade 12's applying to UBC Okanagan or UBC Vancouver with outstanding leadership and academics. Yale can only nominate 5 students so make sure you sign up on the list outside Ms Watson's door right away. Value from $5000- $40,000. More info at https://you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/mes.ezc

RBC Royal Bank Award for New Canadians.

For grade 12's who immigrated to Canada after January 1, 1999. Value $3500. Due Feb 1, 2010. Applications are on-line at http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/scholarships/newcanadians/index.html

Scholarships available in December 2009

Toyota Earth Day Scholarships

For grade 12’s who show academic excellence and involvement in extracurricular activities and have shown an exceptional commit ment to the environment. Value $5000. Info and applications at www.earthday.ca/scholarship

BC Innovation Council - 2 different awards, see Science teacher for info

1. BCIC Young Innovator Award

Awarded through Science Fair or Idea MashUp competition. Value: $2000. One per school. Can be used for entry into science, technology or business programs in BC.

2. TRIUMF High School Fellowship

A six-week summer term at UBC’s Nuclear Physics lab + $3000. Must have a passion for physics.

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award

For grade 12 students who have shown high ideals of citizenship also courage overcoming obstacles, involvement in humanitarian service and participation in sport, fitness and community service. Value $7000 per year- renewable. Due Feb 1, 2010. Info and application at www.terryfoxawards.ca

PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship

For grade 12’s who intend to enroll in a program and major in education. Various amounts. Due Feb 1, 2010. Applications available in counselling centre.

Miller-Thomson Foundation Scholarship

For grade 12’s with good marks, contribution to school and community through involvement in extracurricular activities (e.g. local clubs, organizations and community activities). Value $1000. Due Mar 15, 2010. Apply on-line at www.millerthomson.com Under ‘About Us’ go to MT Foundation for scholarship info and on-line application.

Top 20 Under 20

For young people (must be under 20) who have a record of innovation, leadership and achievement. Of meeting personal challenges and of making a difference in school or the larger community. Can be used for education or apprenticeship programs. Worth up to $5000 + other perks - trip to Toronto etc. Due Jan 22, 2010. Apply at www.top20under20.ca

POSTED OCT. 30th/2009

Maclean's On Campus Virtual Fair....NOVEMBER 12/2009.....Excellent opportunity for students interested in colleges and universities across CANADA , ALL IN ONE PLACE, in a VIRTUAL CONVENTION HALL . Info on admissions, scholarships, and financial aid will be available. Students and/or parents will be able to talk directly with school representatives and have their questions answered in real time. Register for free at www.macleans.ca/oncampusfair

Passport to Education

The Ministry of Education provides awards for students who demonstrate excellence in their academic performance and who are good citizens of the school.  They provide 9000 stamps to schools in British Columbia, which translates into approximately 15% of the students in each school.  Students are eligible for $250.00, $250.00 and $500.00 in their grade 10, 11 and 12 years respectively. For more info about Passport to Education Awards ...(more)

Scholarships and Bursaries Database

This chart of awards contains scholarships and bursaries that sent application information to Yale Secondary last year. There is a brief description of due dates, qualifications and award value as well as, in most cases, an internet link.

You can download the Excel file and print it out to make a chart identical to the one posted outside the counselling centre. That chart will be up-dated when new applications arrive. Any application packages we receive will be put out on the scholarship table in the counselling centre.

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