Good Spirit School Division Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards

2017 - 2018

Table of Contents

SEPTEMBER…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4

OCTOBER…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….5

NOVEMBER………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….8

DECEMEBER……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….10

JANUARY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12

FEBRUARY……………………………..........................................................................................14

MARCH……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….16

APRIL…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..20

MAY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….24

JUNE……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………32

JULY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….36

AUGUST………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………36

RECOMMENDED STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES…………………………………………………..39

GRADE 11 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES………………………………………………………….…….…40

SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES & AWARDS

This is a list of scholarships worth approximately $17 million that high

school students can apply to. Students are encouraged to apply to as many

scholarships that they qualify for with well put together applications. The

scholarships here are always changing so be aware of dates, deadlines and

check often. The scholarships listed here are not a comprehensive list so

students and parents are encouraged to seek other scholarships. Other

scholarships include new opportunities, post-secondary entrance awards

and local community scholarships.

SEPTEMBER The Bun Allin Memorial Scholarship Fund Due Date: Sept 1

Amounts: $1,000

Criteria:

a) Open to either a Grade Twelve or post-secondary student who is a

Saskatchewan resident and is attending and studying in a Saskatchewan

education institution.

b) Applicant must research and prepare an essay on a topic related to fire

sciences (arson, chemistry of a fire, origin and causes of fires, fire prevention,

fire suppression and juvenile fire setters). Essays must consist of at least 2,000

words.

Details: Please see Student Services for application

4-H Canada – Grants, Scholarships and Awards Due Date: Varies Amounts: $500 - $20,000

Criteria: a) Must be members of a 4-H club or association b) Post-secondary c) Please read as there are numerous grants, scholarships and awards available

Details - 4H Canada

James Lee Foundation Scholarship Due Date: September 15 Amounts: $5,000 Criteria:

a) Must submit a portfolio of up to 10 pieces of work b) Open to emerging creative talent for the advertising industry c) Original thinking and craftsmanship

Details - James Lee Foundation Scholarship

Canadian Hospitality Foundation Scholarships Due Date: September 15

Amounts: $200,000 annually

Criteria:

a) Wishing to pursue a career in the hospitality, foodservice and tourism industry b) Canadian Citizens and Landed Immigrants only

Details - Canadian Hospitality Scholarships

Sarah Dunleavy Memorial Scholarship Due Date: September 30 Amounts: $1,000

Criteria: a) Involvement with Student’s Against Drunk Driving (SADD) b) Two letters from teachers c) Enrollment into post-secondary for the first time in the Fall

Details - SADD

SGI Corporate Scholarship Due Date: September 30

Amounts: 4 x $2,500

Criteria: a) Be a resident of Saskatchewan b) Enrolled full-time in post-secondary c) 70% average with community involvement and extra-curricular activities

Details - SGI Corporate Scholarship

Junior Citizen of the Year – Sask Power, SWNA, Lieutenant Governor of Sask Due Date: September 30 Amounts: 4 x $3,000

Criteria: a) Positive lifestyle and inspires others b) Cares about community and school c) Between ages 8-18

Details - Junior Citizen of the Year

CurlSask Scholarships Due Date: Varies Amounts: Varies Criteria: Please check website and visit your local guidance counsellor Details - Curl Sask

OCTOBER

SaskTel Metis Scholarships Due Date: October 1

Amounts: 8 x $2,000

Criteria:

a) Must be a Saskatchewan resident and self-declare as Metis b) Enroll in full-time studies in Saskatchewan

c) Demonstrate financial need d) Pursuing studies in information and communication technology

Details - Sasktel Metis Scholarship

Canadian Western Agribition Due Date: October 1 Amounts: $1,500 Criteria:

a) Canadian Western Agribition exhibitor or participant b) Enrollment in post-secondary

Details - Canadian Western Agribition Scholarship

William M. Farley Memorial Scholarship Due Date: October 1 Amounts: $1,500

Criteria: a) Canadian Western Agribition exhibitor or participant b) Enrollment in post-secondary

Details - William M. Farley Memorial Scholarship

Gabriel Dumont Institute Scholarships and Bursaries

Due Date: October 1 Amounts: LOTS & LOTS

Criteria: a) Apply online for scholarships b) Transcripts are required c) Metis and resident of Saskatchewan with enrollment into post-secondary

education Details - Gabriel Dumont Scholarships

AES Engineering Scholarship Due Date: October 6 Amounts: $500

Criteria: a) 500 – 1,000 word essay on selected topic b) Engineering programming not required to apply c) Future leaders and good character

Details - AES Scholarship

Loran Scholars Foundation Due Date: October 18 Amounts: 110 X $2,000 - $10,000 Criteria

a) Be in their final year of uninterrupted full-time studies in high school. b) Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%. c) Applicants must be Grade 12 students planning to attend one of 25 Canadian

partner universities next fall. Check the application for eligible universities. U. of S., U. of A., U. of C., U. of M. and U.B.C. are on the list of eligible universities.

Details - Loran Scholarship

Excellence in Ag Scholarship Due Date: October 31

Amounts: $5,000 up to $20,000

Criteria:

a) Maintain a 75% average b) Enrollment into agriculture or business at post-secondary level

Details - Excellence in Ag Scholarship

Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Due Date: October 25

Amounts: 5 x $10,000 and 80 x $5,000

Criteria: a) Be graduating high school with plans to enter a post-secondary institution in

the fall of 2018 or must be CEGEP students planning to pursue a university education

b) Progressing normally toward graduation with plans to enter a post-secondary institution no later than the fall following graduation

c) Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a degree at a postsecondary institution

d) Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family is required)

e) Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities f) Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity g) Maintain a minimum grade percentage of 65

Details - Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship

NOVEMBER 10 Words or Less Scholarship Due Date: November 1 Amounts: $500

Criteria: a) Must be between ages 14-25 b) Entering post-secondary studies c) Why do you deserve the scholarship? Details- 10 Words or Less Scholarship

Scotia Bank National Scholarship Due Date: November 2

Amounts: 12 x $2,500

Criteria:

a) Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada b) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - Scotia Bank Scholarship

All other Scotiabank Scholarships click here

SaskTel and Sask Indian Institute of Technology Scholarships Due Date: November 1

Amounts: 3 x $1,500

Criteria:

a) Preference is given to Aboriginal students who pursue post-secondary education in fields directly related to telecommunications.

b) Must have completed high school or AES. c) 75% average

Details - Sasktel Institute of Technology Scholarships

Indspire: Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards Due Date: November 1 (variety of dates) Amounts: Various

Criteria: a) Open to Indigenous students b) Open to post-secondary, apprenticeships and/or technology studies c) Multiple scholarship opportunities

Details -Indspire Scholarship

Vimy Pilgrimage Award Due Date: November 12

Amounts: 20 x All Expenses paid trip to France and Belgium Criteria:

a) Students aged 14-17 b) Demonstrated exceptional service, positive contributions, notable deeds,

bravery or leadership within their schools, communities, province or country. c) Winners will learn about Canada’s tremendous First World War effort.

Details - Vimy Pilgrimage Award

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership Due Date: November 17 Amounts: 20 up to $70,000

Criteria: a) Essay on community leadership b) Academic achievement c) Possible consideration to family, economic, or other extenuating circumstances

Details: TD Scholarships

Canadian Welding Association Foundation Awards Due Date: Varies Amounts: 20-25 x $2,000 - $2,500

Criteria: a) For students who are applying into a welding program and for students

enrolled in the first period of a welding. b) Pre-employment and apprenticeship programs are eligible c) Passion for welding and financial need will be taken into consideration

Details - Welding Awards

DECEMEBER

Lives That Make a Difference Essay Contest Due Date: December 9

Amounts: 4 x $1,000 - $3,000

Criteria:

a) Open to students from grades 5-12 b) Essay based on who made the biggest impact on Canadian society

Details - Essay Contest

Job Applications Working Parent Scholarship Due Date: December 9

Amounts: Various amount of winners x $1,000

Criteria: a) Working parents that must be 18 years or older b) Attending or attended post-secondary at accredited program of study c) Legal resident of Canada

Details - Working Parent Scholarship

Burger King Scholarship Amounts: numerous x $1,000 - $50,000

Due Date: December 15

Criteria: a) strong academic record b) Passionate about serving the community

Details: Burger King Scholarship

Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) Scholarships Due Date: December 15 Amounts: 2 x $1,500

Criteria: a) 1000 word essay on rural agriculture safety or rural health b) Farming background and pay taxes to a Rural Municipality c) Enrollment into post-secondary education from grade 12

Details - Rural Municipalities Scholarships

University of Alberta Scholastic Distinction Scholarship Due Date: December 18

Amounts: Value up to $50,000 payable over four years

Criteria:

a) Apply to an undergraduate degree program at the U of A

b) Complete the online award application on Bear Tracks

c) Have an admission average of 95% or above

Details - U of A Scholarship

University of Alberta Entrance Leadership Scholarship Competition Due Date: December 18

Amounts: 100 scholarships available Criteria:

a) Apply to an undergraduate degree program at the U of A b) Possess exceptional leadership qualities as demonstrated by community service c) Present a min. of 80% average and be admissible to your program of choice

Details- U of A Entrance Scholarships

RBC Students Leading Change Scholarships Due Date: December

Amounts: $10,000

Criteria:

a) Currently enrolled in grade 12 and attending post-secondary b) 70% average c) Leadership qualities, commitment to making a difference in the world

Details - RBC Scholarships ** The application deadline for the 2016-2017 program has now passed. Please check back in November 2017 to get details on next year's program.**

Lindsay Boyes Memorial Scholarship Due Date: December 31

Amounts: 1 X $750

Criteria:

a) Must be a graduating high school student from the Yorkton branch region who is

successfully enrolled in the College of Agriculture Degree Program at the

University of Saskatchewan.

Details – Please see Student Services for application

JANUARY Jackie Mackay Scholarship Due Date: N/A

Amounts: 1 X $500

Criteria:

a) Essay to include the importance of the Humane Society. What you could do to

improve animal welfare and promote education on the humane treatment of

animals.

b) Applicant must be going into Animal Care field such as: Veterinary Medicine,

Veterinary Technology, Animal Sciences, Agriculture – Animal field

Details - This scholarship was established to raise awareness regarding animal welfare.

This scholarship is awarded bi-annually to a YRHS graduate. Please see Student Services

for more information.

AFOA PotashCorp Aboriginal Youth Financial Management Awards Due Date: January 10 Amounts: 5 Year Scholarship package Criteria:

a) Aboriginal Ancestry b) Pursuing post-secondary education and demonstrates an interest and is

considering a career in the areas of finance and/or management/commerce c) 2 Letters of recommendation

Details - AFOA Awards

Herbert H. Carnegie Future Aces Foundation Due Date: January 15

Amounts: N/A

Criteria:

a) Exhibit the qualities of the Future Aces Creed (Attitude, Ability, Action,

Achievement, Co-operation, Courage, Confidence, Education, Empathy,

Example, Service, Sportsmanship)

b) Be in need of financial assistance to further their educational plans.

c) Be 16-24 years of age.

Details – Please see Student Services for an application

The Art Institute Culinary Scholarship: Best Teen Chef Due Date: January 23 Amounts: 2 x $1,000 to $4,000 Criteria:

a) Must submit an essay b) Minimum high school GPA of 2.0

Details - Culinary Scholarship

Dick Martin Scholarship Due Date: January 31 Amounts: 2 x $3,000 Criteria:

a) Enrolled in an occupational health and safety program b) 1,000 – 2,000 word technical or prevention essay

Details - Dick Martin Scholarship

Mensa Canada Scholarship Program Due Date: January 31 Amounts: $1,000 – 3,000

Criteria: a) Enrollment into a post-secondary school in Canada b) Description of your career goals and how you plan to achieve them c) 1 page essay

Details - Mensa Canada Scholarship Program

FEBRUARY

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program Due Date: February 1

Amounts: 20 x $28,000

Criteria:

a) 3 references required for involvement in voluntary humanitarian activities b) Must be a Canadian Citizen or landed immigrant c) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - Terry Fox Award Program

Kin Canada Bursaries Due Date: February 1 Amounts: 48 x $1,000 Criteria:

a) Applications are evaluated on community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada

b) Enrollment into post-secondary education c) Must complete application and return to closest Kinsmen, Kinette or Kin Club

Details - Kin Canada Bursaries

Herbert Carnegie Future Aces Foundation Scholarship Program Due Date: February 1 Amounts: $1,000

Criteria: a) Be between ages 16-24 b) Exemplary citizenship with community and volunteer experiences. c) Financial need will be taken into consideration

Details - Herbert Scholarship Program

Schulich Leader Scholarships Due Date: February 2 Amounts: 50 - $60,000 - $80,000

Criteria: a) STEM based post-secondary. Science, technology, engineering, math b) Only certain post-secondary schools qualify for applications c) Global pioneers

Details - Schulich Scholarships

Top 20 Under 20 Due Date: February 15 Amounts: All expenses paid trip to Toronto

Criteria: a) Demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation and achievement, and who

are making a difference in their community. b) Recognition as a top Canadian leader c) Describe three significant accomplishments

Details - Top 20 Under 20 Scholarship

Colonel Douglas H. Gunter History Awards Due Date: February 24

Amounts: 5 x $1,000

Criteria:

a) Students must submit an original piece of work that explores the theme: Ordinary People in Extraordinary Times. This work can be text, visual art, web design, or audio/video production.

b) Original piece of work must be submitted to qualify Details - Gunter History Awards

RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program Due Date: February 28

Amounts: 10 x $4,000

Criteria:

a) For status and non-status Indians, Inuit or Métis pursuing post-secondary education

b) Enrollment into post-secondary education with financial need c) Related or unrelated to financial services

Details - RBC Awards Program

Stacey Levitt Memorial Award Due Date: February 28 Amounts: $2,500

Criteria: a) Applicants must submit a short essay on living life to the fullest, helping others,

etc. b) Letter of recommendation required

Details - Stacey Levitt Memorial Award

MARCH

CAA Scholarship Program Due Date: March 1

Amounts: 3 x $2,500

Criteria:

a) Must be a CAA member or dependent of a member b) Must be attending Sask Polytech, U of R or U of S c) Academic excellence, financial need, community involvement

Details - CAA Scholarship Program

Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Scholarship Due Date: March 1

Amounts: 1 x $4,000 and 3 x $2,000

Criteria: a) Must be planning to take an agriculture related program b) Must submit a 3 minute video or 1,000 word essay that highlights agriculture’s

stewardship story. Details - Sask Ag Scholarships

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship Due Date: March 1 Amounts: 6 x $1,000

Criteria: a) For Grade 12 students who are at risk of not succeeding in their first post-

secondary year due to financial burdens and vulnerable circumstances b) Overcoming responsibilities outside of school, leadership and in need of

financial aid Details - Queen's Diamond Jubilee Scholarship

Scotiabank – All About You Contest Due Date: March 8 Amounts: $5,000

Criteria: a) Must be a yconic member. Signing up is easy and is free. b) Complete and submit the contest application form c) Up to 11 entries per person. Follow contest rules

Details - All About You Contest

Re/Max Quest for Excellence Award Due Date: March 12

Amounts: 16 x $1,000

Criteria:

a) Demonstrate passion, dedication and leadership in the community b) Must be a resident of Western Canada c) Essay required

Details - Remax Award

Leonard Foundation Financial Assistance Program Due Date: March 15

Amounts: 140 x $1,000 - $1,500

Criteria: a) Enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or college in Canada b) Preference giving to education, clergy, engineering, mining and military c) Financial need taken into consideration with proof

Details - Leonard Foundation

Jean Klymyshyn Meenaghan Entrance Bursary in Nursing Due Date: March 15 Amounts: Approximate value of tuition and fees for a full course load, renewable up to three times Criteria:

a) Have an entrance average of 80%. b) Be a graduate from a Saskatchewan high school and have attended high school

in Saskatchewan for the majority of their high school education. c) Submit a letter (max one page) describing why they wish to choose nursing as a

career. d) Provide evidence of financial need.

Details: Usask Nursing Scholarship Info

Beth and Dennis Johnson Bursary Due Date: March 15 Amounts: 1x $5000.00 Criteria:

a) Open to students who are graduating or have graduated from a Saskatchewan high school and are entering and/or continuing an undergraduate degree program at the University of Saskatchewan. In order to be eligible for an award, continuing students must have an academic average of at least 70% as determined by the Award Committee. Preference, if possible, may be given to students of Aboriginal ancestry

Details: Beth and Dennis Bursary

Ken Dryden Scholarship Due Date: March 25 Amounts: 8 x $3,000 or 80% of tuition

Criteria: a) For students currently or formerly in the care of the Canadian Child Welfare

system b) Essays about achievements, aspirations and personal support are required

along with 3 letters of reference. Details - Ken Dryden Scholarship

Yorkton Curling Club Scholarship Due Date: March 28 Amounts: 1 x $500 Criteria:

a) The recipient must be an active junior member of the Yorkton Curling Club.

b) The recipient must attend post-secondary training. Details – Please see Student Services for an application

SaskTel Scholarships Due Date: March 31

Amounts: 7 x $3,000

Criteria:

a) Plans of a career directly related to telecommunications b) 75% academic average at most recent place of study c) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - Sasktel Scholarships

SK Council for Exceptional Children Scholarship and Awards Program Due Date: March 31 Amounts: 2 x $1,000

Criteria: a) Working or pursuing a career in working with persons with exceptionalities b) The Transition Award will be given to an individual who has overcome

significant challenges due to a disability in order to achieve his/her goals. Details- SK Council Awards Program

John Helou Scholarship Due Date: March 31 Amounts: 1 X $25,000 Criteria:

a) Have 85% average over the last three terms of available marks, be planning on enrolling full time in a Canadian, American or Foreign University, specifically in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) program.

b) Be a high school senior or graduate who has MS or who have an immediate family member with MS

c) Written confirmation of the diagnosis from a healthcare professional is required, demonstration of leadership or community involvement through two letter of references

Details: MS Society Scholarship Information

Retail Council of Canada Scholarship Program Due Date: March 31

Amounts: 20 x $1,000 - $5,000

Criteria:

a) 500-700 word essay on selected topics and reference letter b) Pursuing a retail, business or marketing-related program c) Currently working part-time or full-time within the retail industry d) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - Retail Council Scholarship Program

Junior Citizen of the Year – SWNA, SaskPower and Lieutenant Governor of Sask Due Date: March 31 Amounts: 4 x $3,000

Criteria: a) Positive lifestyle, inspire others, dedicated to community and school b) Open to students aged 8 - 18 c) Must be nominated and complete and submit the nomination form

Details -SWNA Scholarship

Union of National Employee’s High School Scholarships Due Date: March 31 Amounts: 10 x $1,000

Criteria: a) Grade 12 students about to pursue post-secondary education b) 1200 to 1500-word essay detailing how the union movement has helped to

build the social values that Canadians hold dear. Details -Union of National Employees Scholarship

TESL Sask Student Bursary Due Date: March 31 Amounts: $1,000

Criteria: a) Letter outlining financial need and career goals b) Letter from ESL instructor or counsellor and 2 other references c) Must be an immigrant or refugee and enrolled into post-secondary education d) Complete and submit the application form

Details - TESL Bursary

Sears DX High School Design Competition

Due Date: March 31 Amounts: $200 - $500 prizes

Criteria: a) Open to all grade 9-12 students b) Must submit a design project in one of the following areas: Industrial, Fashion,

Architecture/Landscape, Interior and/or Graphic Design. c) Prizes are awarded in five categories

Details: Sears DX Design Competition

APRIL

Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan and Constituent Lodges Awards Due Date: April 1 is when information becomes available (check website) Amounts: 30+ x $500 - $6,000

Criteria: a) Numerous scholarships, bursaries and awards b) Open to high school and post-secondary students c) Awards are numerous so read carefully and there are local lodge awards and

booklet Details- Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan

Sask Youth Apprenticeship Scholarships Due Date: April 1 Amounts: 100+ x $1,000

Criteria: a) Contact your Career Counsellor to complete the SYA Program b) Complete the SYA Program c) Scholarship nomination package and enrollment into the trades after

graduation Details - Sask Youth Apprenticeship Scholarships

4H Saskatchewan Scholarships Due Date: April 1 Amounts: 14 x $500 - $2,000

Criteria: a) Numerous awards b) Criteria is different for every awards so please read carefully

Details - 4H Saskatchewan

Conexus Credit Union Youth Leadership Award Due Date: April 14 Amounts: 30 x $500

Criteria: a) Graduate from a Saskatchewan high school b) Member of Conexus Credit Union (parent or student) c) For a grade 12 student who demonstrates cooperative spirit, community

involvement and leadership Details - Conexus Credit Union Leadership Award

Cornerstone Credit Union Scholarships Due Date: April 15 Amounts: 3 x $1000.00

Criteria: a) Student must be completing Grade 12 in the year the scholarship is applied for. b) Student must meet entrance qualifications of the institution he/she is planning

to attend. c) Student must be furthering his/her education in a post-secondary institution.

Preference given to those whose field of study is aimed towards a degree or diploma in: Applied Science and Technology or Business College.

d) Qualify institutions are Canadian University, Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences, and/or Business College (preference given to a student registering in Saskatchewan Institutions unless the course is not available in Saskatchewan.)

Details - Cornerstone Credit Union Scholarships

Gaspard Keep Canada Green Scholarships Due Date: April 7 Amounts: 11 x $1,000 - $2,500

Criteria: a) One entry per person b) Enter online or by mail and answer a series of trivia questions c) Open to Canadian Citizens age 13 or older. Subject to Gaspard rental or

purchase Details - Gaspard Keep Canada Green Scholarships

Yorkton Co-Operative Association – Jake Berg Memorial Scholarship Due Date: April 8

Amounts: 4 x $500

Criteria:

a) Graduating students from the Yorkton Regional High School, Sacred Heart High

School, Kamsack Comprehensive Institute and Esterhazy High School are

eligible to apply.

Details – Please see Student Services for an application

Wayne Eger ESL Learner Scholarship Fund Due Date: April 15 Amounts: 2 x $1,000

Criteria: a) Applicants must be a recent immigrant or refugee and a Saskatchewan resident b) Must demonstrate financial need.

Details – Search Wayne Eger ESL Learner Scholarship Fund on U of R

Ayn Rand Essay Contests Due Date: April 19 Amounts: 400 x $50 - $10,000

Criteria: a) 800-1,600 word essay on one of three pre-selected topics. One entrant per

contestant b) Essays must be written in English c) Entrants must be in grade 11 or 12 and enrolled in school

Details - Ayn Rand Essay Contest

Communications, Energy & Paperworkers Union of Canada Due Date: April 19

Amounts: 12 x $1,000

Criteria:

a) Available to members and children of members pursuing full time post-

secondary education at a recognized institution such as university, college,

CEGEP, technical or other schools.

b) Children of CEP members in good standing.

c) Children of CEP members who passed away in good standing.

Details – Please see Student Services for an application

Garry Voinoroksy Memorial Scholarship Due Date: April 19

Amounts: 2 X $500

Criteria:

a) You much have been involved in the Yorkton Minor Hockey Association as a

player, official or coach.

b) You must be graduating from the Yorkton Regional High School or Sacred Heart

High School.

c) You must plan to attend a recognized post-secondary educational institution.

Details – Please see Student Services for an application

Good Spirit Teachers Association Scholarship Due Date: April 21

Amounts: 6 x $750

Criteria:

a) The applicant must be a Grade 12 student presently attending a high school in

the Good Spirit School Division.

b) The applicant must be planning to enter the College of Faculty of Education

(directly or indirectly) at a University, with intentions of working towards a

Bachelor of Education Degree.

c) The applicant must forward a Personal Data/Statement of Academic Standing

Form, application, resume and an essay to the Scholarship Committee

chairperson for the Good Spirit Teacher’s Association. (All pertinent details are

on the application form)

Details – Please see Student Services for an application

Mary Joyce Booth Memorial Scholarship Due Date: April 28

Amounts: 2 x $1,500

Criteria:

a) Available for French Second Language (FSL) students entering their first year of a postsecondary program in the French language

b) A letter outlining career goals, work, volunteer experience written in French c) Transcripts, reference letters and enrolment into a post-secondary French

program Details - Mary Joyce Booth Scholarship

J. Elton Davidge Scholarship

Due Date: April 28 Amounts: N/A Criteria:

a) The scholarship is currently awarded to a high school student who has career

planned in the Human Services field.

b) Applicant must have significant volunteer experience.

Details – Please visit Student Services for application or call 306-783-9409

Yorkton & District Band Boosters

Due Date: April 30

Amounts: 2 X $500

Criteria:

a) Students must have plants to further their education in music.

Details – Please visit Student Services for application

MAY Canadian Student Leadership Association Due Date: May 1

Amounts: 12 X $500

Criteria:

a) Must be enrolled in their senior year in a Canadian high school that is currently

a member of CSLA.

b) Have a minimum average of 70% in their graduation year.

c) Plan to attend an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution.

d) Have made a superior contribution to Canadian students through membership

in planning committees of major regional, provincial and or national student

leadership initiatives recognized by CSLA.

e) Have made a significant contribution to student leadership initiatives in their

home community.

Details: Canadian Student Leadership Association Scholarship Information

Parkland Dance Festival Post-Secondary Scholarship Due Date: May 1

Amounts: N/A

Criteria:

a) The applicant must provide confirmation of acceptance into a Fine Arts

program at a post-secondary institution with preference given to applicants

pursing dance education.

b) The applicant must have completed at least five consecutive years of dance

education from Dance Innovations including their high school graduating year.

If within five consecutive years of dance education with Dance Innovations

there should be a break, not exceeding a year, a letter of explanation is

required with the application.

c) The applicant is to write on a one page essay on how dance and dance

education has benefited them.

Details – Please see Student Services for an application

Alex Denesyk Memorial Scholarship Due Date: May 1

Amounts: N/A

Criteria:

a) This scholarship is presented to a student who will pursue a career in

agriculture or agriculture related trades.

b) Preference to students from the Theodore area.

Details: Please see Student Services for an application

SaskTel Metis Scholarship Due Date: May 1 Amounts: 8 x $2,000

Criteria: a) For self-declared Métis students studying in a field directly related to

telecommunications. Programs include engineering, business and computer science

b) Must demonstrate financial need and submit a statement about leadership skills and community involvement

c) Enrollment into post-secondary education Details - Sasktel Metis Scholarship

Premier’s Centennial Arts Scholarship Due Date: May 1

Amounts: $1,000 - $2,500

Criteria:

a) For students undertaking training for a career as a professional artist in any fine arts discipline

b) A letter of support and samples of work are required c) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - Centennial Arts Scholarship

Access Communications Centennial Scholarship Due Date: May 1

Amounts: 230 x $200

Criteria:

a) Academic achievement, community involvement b) Saskatchewan resident in community where access communication is located

c) Enrollment into post-secondary education Details - Access Communications Scholarship

Gabriel Dumont Institute Scholarships and Bursaries Due Date: May 1

Amounts: A wide variety of $$

Criteria:

a) Apply online for scholarships b) Transcripts are required c) Metis and resident of Saskatchewan with enrollment into post-secondary

education Details - Gabriel Dumont Scholarships

CRI Canada Learning Grant Due Date: May 2 Amounts: 2 x $1,000

Criteria: a) Must be a member of a Saskatchewan Credit Union b) Transcript and a letter of reference are required c) Need to submit an essay of 500 words or less or a 3-5 minute video describing

achievements Details - CRI Learning Grant

Parkland Mall Merchants Association Due Date: May 2 Amounts: 1 x $500 Criteria:

a) All employees of the Parkland Mall and immediate family members employed

at the Parkland Mall are eligible to apply.

b) Applicant must be enrolled in or have been accepted in a certificate, diploma

or degree program offered by an approved Canadian post-secondary

institution.

Details – If interested in applying, please contact the Parkland Mall Administration office

for an application.

Golf Saskatchewan Due Date: May 5

Amounts: 11 x $1,000

Criteria:

a) Student candidates who have made major accomplishments in academics, including golf, in Saskatchewan

b) Individuals who have made significant contributions to amateur golf in the province c) Academic record and a member of Golf Saskatchewan and Golf Canada Details - Golf Saskatchewan Awards

Bayer CropScience Scholarships Due Date: May 2

Amounts: 5 x $5,000

Criteria:

a) Restricted to agriculture programs of studies as accepted by Bayer CropScience b) Applicants must be entering the first year or currently enrolled full-time in an

eligible agricultural bachelor degree program c) Only 5 eligible institutions

Details - Bayer CropScience Scholarships

Farm Management Canada Excellence Award for Agriculture Students Due Date: May 5 Amounts: 3 x up to $1,500

Criteria: a) student must submit a multimedia presentation, a video, a Twitter chat, a blog

or a Wiki b) Topic is listed on website for students c) Scholarship must be used towards agriculture education

Details - Agriculture Scholarship

Sask Pulse Growers Scholarships Due Date: May 6 Amounts: 5 x $5,000

Criteria: a) Student or student’s parent(s) must be registered Saskatchewan pulse growers. b) Must be accepted in a post-secondary program that is associated with the pulse

industry or agriculture (example: agriculture, natural sciences, engineering, and nutrition)

c) Maximum 500 word essay required Details - Sask Pulse Growers Scholarship

Bredenbury Lions Club Scholarship Due Date: May 15

Amounts: N/A

Criteria:

a) This scholarship is available to a student who attended Saltcoats School to

complete grade eight.

b) The student must be attending full time at the Y.R.H.S. and must be continuing

with post-secondary education.

c) Leadership and volunteerism are important criteria and students must apply

for this scholarship.

Details: Please see Student Services for application

Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans in Canada Ladies Auxiliary

Due Date: May 15

Amounts: N/A

Criteria:

a) These scholarships are available to descendants of a war veteran (Boer War,

W.W.I, W.W. II, Korean War, or Peacekeeping Missions).

b) The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic standing and

financial need. (Students must apply for this scholarship.)

Details – See Student Services for application

SK Institute of Agrologists Branch Scholarships Due Date: May 15

Amounts: 6 x $1,000

Criteria:

a) 250-500 word essay on chosen topics b) Resume, including work and volunteer experiences c) Open to grade 12 students pursuing post-secondary studies in agriculture d) Must be attending a post-secondary institution is Saskatchewan

Details - SK Agrologists Scholarships

Yorkton Exhibition Scholarship Due Date: May 19 Amounts: $1,000 Criteria:

a) This scholarship is offered to a student pursuing post-secondary education in an area related to Agriculture.

b) Community involvement is considered c) Students must apply for this scholarship.

Details: Yorkton Exhibition

Yorkton & District Swine Breeders Association Due Date: May 20 Amounts: 1 x $1,000 Criteria:

a) Must be furthering education in the field of agriculture or an agriculture related field.

b) Open to all students who are now in their final year of high school and who reside in the Parkland Region in Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Details – Please see Student Services for an application

B. Davis Scholarship Due Date: May 22

Amounts: $1,000

Criteria:

a) There is no age restriction

b) Be sure to include your name and the school you are attending this year and

next

c) This is not an academic scholarship but we would like to know where you are

going to school now and what your future academic plans are.

Details - B. Davis Scholarship

Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship

Due Date: May 25 Amounts: varies x $500 - $4,000

Criteria: a) For students entering a field related to conservation b) 3 letters of reference are required (2 from teachers) c) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - Orville Memorial Scholarship

Sidney Bloxom Scholarships Due Date: May 26 Amounts: 2 x $500

Criteria: a) Maximum 4 page essay in English on chosen topic b) Emphasis will be put on syntax, grammar and research on the topic c) Open to all grade 9-12 students enrolled in a high school in Saskatchewan

Details - Sid Bloxom Scholarship Information

Right Labs Scholarship Due Date: May 31 Amounts: 2 x $500 Criteria:

a) Students are encouraged to demonstrate community involvement by also including links to photos, videos, Facebook fan pages, twitter hashtags

b) Letter from supporting teacher and essay required c) Have enriched school culture through music, film or visual arts. Be creative

Details - Right Labs Scholarship

Pat Fletcher Golf Foundation Scholarships Due Date: May 31 Amounts: Multiple up to $3,000

Criteria: a) Deserving young Canadians who show an ability as golfers b) Empower young golfers to become better people – champions of their

generation c) In need of financial assistance for the purpose of pursuing an education at the

post secondary level. Details - Pat Fletcher Golf Scholarships

Les Donnelly Scholarship Due Date: May 31 Amounts: $2,000

Criteria: a) For a student who has contributed to health and safety in their community b) Submit a response to five pre-selected questions c) Transcripts required for scholarship application

Details - Les Donnelly Scholarship

Saskatchewan Association of Student Council Advisors Due Date: May 31 Amounts: $100 - $1,000

Criteria: a) Applicants must submit a current high school transcript and an essay (up to 500

words) describing their school and community involvement as well as 2 letters of recommendation

b) Outstanding student leadership qualities c) Grade 12 students

Details - Student Council Awards

Saskatchewan Drama Association Entrance Scholarship Due Date: May 31 Amounts: $1,000

Criteria: a) Students must have a membership in the Sask. Drama Association for a

minimum of one year, a 75% average, a letter of interest and two reference letters

b) Enrollment into post-secondary education in theatre/drama or theatre/drama education

Details - Sask Drama Entrance Scholarship

MADD Youth Bursary Fund – Louise Joanne Twerdy Leadership Bursary Due Date: May 31

Amounts: 1 x $8,000 & $4,000

Criteria: a) For students who have had a sibling, parent or caregiver killed in an impaired-

related crash and are pursuing post-secondary education b) Complete application form with all attachments c) Financial need, extra-curricular and community involvement

Details - MADD Bursary

Leavitt Machinery Scholarship Program Due Date: May 31

Amounts: $500

Criteria:

a) This scholarship requires applicants to write an essay about a situation you have been involved in or someone you know in where better safety procedures would have prevented an injury

b) Academic performance is taken into consideration c) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - Leavitt Machinery Scholarship

Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers Due Date: May 31

Amounts: $2,000 - $10,000

Criteria:

a) Scholarship applications are evaluated based on an essay submission that

demonstrates the students understanding of the unique challenges and

opportunities of the independent grocer in Canada, as well as academic and

personal achievements.

b) Each application must be sponsored by a CFIG or A.D.A. member grocery store,

who will serve as a mentor in preparation of the student’s application.

Details- CFIG Scholarship Information

JUNE

Saskatchewan Student Loans Program Due Date: June 1 (application available first week of June every year) Amounts: Varies

Criteria: a) Must submit a student loan application b) Not all students that receive a student loan will qualify for grants and bursaries c) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details -Sask Student Loans Program

Nelson Civic Leadership Scholarship Due Date: June 1 Amounts: 3 x $5,000

Criteria: a) 500-1000 word essay on life reflection b) Demonstrated academic success, personal strength, and determination in their

commitment to civic engagement and leadership c) 80% average, reference letter from teacher and current transcript

Details - Nelson Civic Leadership Scholarship

General Alexander Ross Branch #77 Due Date: June 1

Amounts: 3 X $500

Criteria:

a) Applicant must be a child/grandchild/great grandchild of a veteran, ex-

service/still serving military or R.C.M.P. Personal.

b) Official transcript must accompany application.

Details – Please see Student Services for application

Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Scholarship Due Date: June 10 Amounts: 4 x $4,000

Criteria: a) For high school students who are aspiring to a career in medicine/health

sciences b) Applicants must have a min. 85% average, submit 3 letters of reference and an

essay describing career goals c) Completed application form including leadership qualities, community

involvement Details - Canadian Medical Scholarship

Abbott & Fenner Scholarships Due Date: June 12 Amount: $1,000 Criteria:

a) Write an essay describing your educational career and life goals. Details - Abbott & Fenner Scholarships

Lerif Patzer Practical & Applied Arts Scholarship Details - Please see Student Services for information and application form

Monsanto Opportunity Scholarship Due Date: June 15 Amounts: varies x $1,500

Criteria: a) 300-500 word essay on pre-selected question b) Completed application form, references, two reference letters c) Enrollment into post-secondary education in agriculture, culinary or food

science program Details - Monsanto Opportunity Scholarship

Beef is Your Future Due Date: June 15

Amounts: 2 x $1,500

Criteria:

a) Eligible candidates must be planning to enrol at a Canadian post-secondary

institution (degree or diploma) in a first-year agriculture or veterinary medical

program with the intent to work in the beef industry upon completion.

b) Please provide an Application Essay between 300-500 words for the Selection

Committee. The essay can be typed into the application form or copy and pasted

from a Word document. Do not exceed this word count.

Details - Beef is Your Future

BigSun Scholarship Due Date: June 19 Amounts: $500 Criteria:

a) 500-1,000 essay on a pre-selected question b) Must be a student athlete

Details - BigSun Scholarship

General Proficiency Awards Due Date: June 30 Amounts: 500 x $400

Criteria: a) Awarded to students across Saskatchewan who have the highest level of

achievement in their school division b) Enrolled in high school in Saskatchewan, completed graduation requirements

and have taken a minimum of six courses during the academic year c) Collection of certain documents, forwarded and verified by Director of

Education Details - General Proficiency Awards

Learning Disabilities Association of Saskatchewan Scholarship Due Date: June 30

Amounts: 2 x $1,500

Criteria:

a) Three reference letters are required b) Documentation of disability along with answering questions provided c) Enrolled in a post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan Details - IDA Scholarships

BBG Communications Scholarship Due Date: June 30 Amounts: $1,000

Criteria: a) Applicants must write answers to two essay questions are based on advances in

information and communications b) For students between the ages of 16-21 c) Enrollment in post-secondary education

Details -BBG Scholarships

Golf Canada Foundation Scholarships Due Date: June 30

Amounts: 14 x $1,500 - $7,500

Criteria: a) Atleast one reference letter is required b) Academics, golf achievements, extra-curricular, goals and career objectives c) Numerous scholarships and awards available so please read

Details - Golf Canada Scholarships

Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers’ Program Due Date: June 30 Amounts: 2 x $1,000

Criteria: a) Completed application form along with short essay on selected question b) Pursing post-secondary education within Canada in a field of agriculture

Details - Young Farmers Scholarship

Saskatchewan Trucking Association Scholarships Due Date: June 30

Amounts: 7 x $1,000

Criteria:

a) Completed application form along with a short essay b) Academic performance, career plans along with extra-curricular activites c) Enrollment into post-secondary education, transcripts required

Details -Sask Trucking Association Scholarships

Saskatchewan Association of Agriculture Societies Scholarships Due Date: June 30 Amounts: 4 x $1,000 - $1,500

Criteria: a) Nominated by an agricultural society and going into their first year of school b) Community involvement, academic performance, future plans and reference

letters c) Enrollment into post-secondary education school in Saskatchewan

Details - SAAS Scholarships

Saskatchewan Physical Education Association Scholarships Due Date: June 30 Amounts: 2 x $700

Criteria: a) Leadership qualities and community involvement b) 70% average and must take two physical education classes in high school c) Must be enrolled into kinesiology, physical education or recreation post-

secondary programs in Saskatchewan d) Resume, personal statement and transcripts are required

Details - Saskatchewan Physical Education Association Scholarships

JULY

National Union’s Scholarship Program Due Date: July 6

Amounts: 4 x $1,500

Criteria:

a) Open to National Union’s members and families b) 750 – 1000 word essays required on selected topics c) Please read additional scholarship materials and forms

Details - National Union Scholarships

Certified Management Accountants of Saskatchewan High School

Scholarship Due Date: July 31st of your graduating year

Amounts: 1 X $1,000

Criteria:

a) The scholarship will be awarded to the student with the highest GPA in Grade

12, and will be presented at the CMA annual convocation ceremony in

November.

b) Send a letter of application which includes an original high school transcript,

your GPA, permission to confirm your GPA with the educational authorities along with a 250 word essay explaining why you have chosen to pursue a career in accounting.

Details - Please see Student Services or call CMA Sask at 306-359-6461

AUGUST

Murray Montague Memorial Scholarship Due Date: August 8

Amounts: 1 X $1,000

Criteria:

a) Must be registered for a full academic load for a full academic year as required

by the institution chosen.

b) An official final transcript of Grade 12 marks issued by the Saskatchewan

Ministry of Education

Details - Sask Masons Scholarship Information

Jack Moore Memorial Scholarship & Burgess Bursary Due Date: August 28 Amounts: 10 Scholarship x $500, 10 Bursaries x $500 Criteria:

a) Be a resident of Saskatchewan b) Be a child, grandchild or great-grandchild of a current or former-serving

member of the Canadian Armed or Allied Forces or RCMP c) Entering your FIRST YEAR at one of the following schools: University; technical

or trade school (minimum two-year course); or business college (a complete business course)

Details: Sask Legion

Bill Kehler Memorial Scholarships Due Date: August 31 Amounts: 4 x $2,500

Criteria: a) Scholarships are distributed to students with academic interests in broadcasting

or agriculture b) Individuals in professional rodeo can also apply for a scholarship to support

their post- secondary studies c) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - Bill Kehler Scholarships

Royal Canadian Legion Scholarships and Bursaries Due Date: August 28 Amounts: 20 x $300

Criteria: a) Saskatchewan resident and family ties to military members or RCMP b) Academic performance and financial need c) Enrollment into first year of post-secondary education

Details - Royal Canadian Legion Scholarships

Saskatchewan Hockey Association Awards & Scholarships Due Date: August 31 Amounts: 11 x $1,000

Criteria: a) Must be registered with SHA, in good standing and in grade 12 b) Completion of application form and attend school within 4 years of grade 12 c) Enrollment into post-secondary education in Saskatchewan

Details - SHA Scholarships

Saskatchewan School Boards Education Scholarships Due Date: August 31 Amounts: 2 x $2,500

Criteria: a) 500 word essay about the school system which is a SSBA question b) Demonstrated good character, community leadership and financial need c) Remain at a post-secondary school in Sask for a degree or trades/technical

program Details - Saskatchewan School Boards Education Scholarships

Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarships Due Date: August 31 (September 30)

Amounts: $500 per year to a maximum of $2,000 Criteria:

a) New grade 12 graduates including Adult Basic Education and GED that are enrolled in a post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan

b) Applied to tuition costs at the institution c) The post-secondary institution will apply for the scholarship on your behalf if

you are eligible. Usually the $500 will be applied to your tuition 30 days after the first day of classes

Details - Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarships

PUBLIC SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES

RECOMMENDED STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES Websites -

a) www.studentscholarships.org b) www.yconic.com

c) www.scholarshipscanada.com d) http://saskatchewanscholarships.ca e) www.unigo.com/scholarships f) http://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/scholarships-and-

awards.aspx g) https://www.parklandcollege.sk.ca (all of these scholarships are due in

May. There are quite a few of them for students entering the trades.) h) http://www.potashcorp.com/careers/why_potashcorp/scholarships/ Details - Student can search for more scholarships using these websites to help guide them. They can create student accounts and the sites will email them scholarships based on the criteria of their account.

GRADE 11 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Saskatchewan Lester B. Pearson Scholarship Due Date: Feb. 15 Amounts: $80,000 Scholarship Criteria:

a) Must apply while in grade 11

b) Must be determined, curious, fearless, ambitious, open, bright, collaborative,

disciplined, can-do, indefatigable, generous, kind

c) successful applicants should feel comfortable in an academic environment

Details: Lester B Pearson Scholarship

Beaverbrook Vimy Prize - Summer Scholarship Due Date: March 1

Amounts: Trip to Europe

Criteria:

a) Open to youth 15-17 years of age. b) Travel to Europe in August for 2 weeks c) awarded on the basis of essay submissions, reference letters, and motivation

letters Details - Beaverbook Vimy Prize

Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship Due Date: March 15

Amounts: varies x $500 - $1,000

Criteria: a) This scholarship is to assist grade 11 students in Community Schools b) Nomination criteria include school based and community based leadership,

financial need and academic performance Details - Prince of Wales Scholarship

Junior Citizen of the Year – SWNA, SaskPower and Lieutenant Governor of Sask Due Date: March 31

Amounts: 4 x $3,000

Criteria:

a) Positive lifestyle, inspire others, dedicated to community and school b) Open to students aged 8 - 18 c) Must be nominated and complete and submit the nomination form

Details - Junior Citizen of the Year Awards

Government of Canada History Awards Due Date: April 23 Amounts: 225 x $1,000

Criteria: a) Submit an essay of one of 5 selected topics b) Open to grade 10 and 11 students c) Top 2 essays get an all-expenses paid trip to the Governor General’s Award

ceremony in Ottawa Details - Canada History Awards

Ayn Rand Essay Contests Due Date: April 29 Amounts: 400 x $50 - $10,000

Criteria: a) 800-1,600 word essay on one of three pre-selected topics. One entrant per

contestant b) Essays must be written in English c) Entrants must be in grades 8 - 12 and enrolled in school

Details - Ayn Rand Essay Contests

Global Youth Institute Due Date: May 29 Amounts: 2 x All expenses paid trip

Criteria: a) All expenses paid trip to the Global Youth Institute b) 350 word essay on selected question c) Entrants must be in grades 8 – 11 and have an interest in food security

Details - Global Youth Institute

University of Lethbridge Grade 11 Merit Award Due Date: June 30 Amounts: varies x $800

Criteria: a) Must apply by June 30th of grade 11 year b) 75% average is required classes are encouraged to apply c) Complete the application form along with a working email address d) Final grade 11 transcript must arrive at U of L Student Finance by September

15th

Details - U of L Merit Award