Scholarships and Bursaries for High School Students
Offered by Anchor Academy
| Deadline | Name | Description |
| April 30 | Anchor Academy Christian Post-Secondary Bursary | Amounts vary each yearAwarded to full time Anchor Academy students meeting graduation requirements by August 15 and planning to attend a Christian Post-Secondary Institution within 18 months after graduating. Contact Tracy for an application |
Offered by the British Columbia Ministry of Education
| Deadline | Name | Description |
| January 15 to be nominated February 15 to submit application | BC Excellence Scholarships | 55 scholarships of $5,000 are awarded each year to well-rounded 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 pathAwards can only be redeemed at post-secondary institutions that are designated by the Province of B.C. or program providers that are approved by the Industry Training Authority.Contact Email by January 15 if you would like to be nominated |
| February 15 | Pathway to Teacher Education Scholarships | 20 scholarships of $5,000 are awarded each year to outstanding high school graduates who demonstrate a commitment to and aptitude for a career in K-12 teachingAwards can only be redeemed at approved K–12 teacher education program in B.C.Apply directly on the Ministry of Education site https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/scholarships/provincial-scholarships/pathway-to-teacher-education-scholarship |
| Spring | District Authority Scholarships | 5,500 scholarships of $1,250 are awarded to graduates who demonstrate excellence in their chosen area. Awards can only be redeemed at post-secondary institutions that are designated by the Province of B.C. or program providers that are approved by the Industry Training Authority.Contact Email for an application |
| June 30 | BC Achievement Scholarship | No application requiredTop 8,000 students in BC who meet graduation requirements by June 30 automatically receive a $1,250 scholarship in the fall after they graduate |
Offered by external organizations
PLEASE NOTE: Anchor Academy does not endorse any of these organizations. Please research each one you are interested in and only apply to those organizations that hold similar values to yourself.
| Deadline | Name | Description |
| Sep 1 | Storewell Foster Children Bursary Program | $2,000 bursary in support of foster children to help them attend post-secondary schools and to offer a hand up as they make their way forward in life. |
| Sept 1 Feb 1 | Environmental Awareness Scholarship Essay | Awarded twice a year$1000 each |
| Oct 15 | Loran Scholars Foundation | Up to $100,000 awarded to graduates who demonstrate character, service and the promise of leadershipApplicants must be applying to one of the partner universities |
| Oct 20 | Tom Finnie Indigenous Trades Bursary | Six bursaries will be awarded over six regions to Indigenous students living in BC and enrolled in a trades program.Each bursary will be in the amount of $2,500. |
| Oct 31 | Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Program | Up to $10,000 awarded to Grade 12 students who demonstrate financial need (family income under $65,000) who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a bachelor degree program at an accredited university, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record. |
| Nov 15 | TD Scholarships | Up to $70,000 awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding commitment to community leadership. |
| Nov 30 April 30 | The Impact of Financial Literacy Scholarship | 2 rounds of $750 each Applicants write a letter about how their exceptional financial management efforts have made a positive impact in their life. |
| Dec 1 | UBC Entrance Scholarships | Several awards available |
| Dec 1 | Terry Fox Humanitarian Award | Awards up to $28,000 Applicants must be: Involved in voluntary humanitarian activities (for which they have not been compensated).Planning to study towards their first university degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution |
| Dec 15 | Burger King Scholars | Several awards are available for graduating students who plan to enrol full time in an accredited university or trades program |
| Dec 31 | CIBC | Join Student Life Network and open a CIBC account for a chance to win $35,000 |
| Jan 12 | Beedie Luminaries | 140 scholarships up to $22,000 (for 2-year college or trade school) and up to $44,000 (for 4-year undergraduate degree). Applicants must: be in Grade 12 with a minimum average of 75% in the most recent school yearApply to one of the twenty-five BC post-secondary institutions or trade schools.Demonstrate financial adversityContact Email for potential recommendation |
| Jan 19 | STEAM Horizon Awards | $25,000 award for inspiring achievements in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathMust be 16-18 years oldRecognized for achievements in science, volunteer work, community outreachAcademic average of 80% or higherEnrolling in a Canadian university or college for the fall |
| Jan 31 nomination deadline Feb 15 application deadline | Schulich Leader Scholarship | Applicants must be entrepreneurial-minded high school graduates enrolling in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math Post-Secondary program and be applying to one of the partner universitiesWinners receive $80,000 to $100,000 Contact Email if you would like to be nominated |
| Feb 1 | SME Education Foundation | Multiple scholarships available for students pursuing degrees in manufacturing or engineering |
| Feb 7 | Cmolik Foundation Scholarships | 20 scholarships of $40,000 each Applicants must: Demonstrate financial need, a strong work ethic and tenacity in overcoming adversity and achieving goalsContact Email for potential endorsement |
| Mar 10 | Okanagan College High School Entrance Awards | Several awards are available for students who are entering directly from high school.Awards range from $500 up to $5,000 |
| Mar 13 | RE/MAX Quest for Excellence | 40 scholarships of $1,000 each1,250-word essay required |
| Mar 15 | Leonard Foundation Scholarships | $1000Applicants must have financial need and be enrolling as a full-time student in an accredited undergraduate degree program in Canada |
| Mar 15 | Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Program | Up to $10,000 awarded to Grade 11 students who demonstrate financial need (family income under $65,000) who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a bachelor degree program at an accredited university, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record. |
| May 18 | Judy Bourne Memorial Scholarship | Twelve scholarships of will be awarded over six regions to Indigenous students living in BC who are enrolled in Grade 12 and plan to attend a recognized post-secondary institution or training centre. Each scholarship will be in the amount of $2,500 |
| Mar 31 | Manulife Life Lessons | $10,000Applicants must be 17-24 years old, enrolling in a Canadian college, university, or trade school and have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian who has little or no life insurance |
| Jun 30 | Charles Laptiuk Scholarship | For students entering an accredited Canadian college or university in the interdisciplinary study of natural environmental systems |
| The following organizations are still updating their website for 2022/23 school year scholarship opportunities. | ||
| Generation Google Scholarship | Selected students will receive $10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or $5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada) Applicants must: Be accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelors program at an accredited university or college in the United States or CanadaBe studying computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical fieldDemonstrate a strong academic recordDemonstrate financial need | |
| Trevor Linden Community Spirit Award | Applicants must be entering their first year of post-secondary education and have made exceptional contributions to their community in areas such as school and community service, leadership, and mentoring others.Four recipients will be awarded up to $2,500 each. | |
| BCSS Zone Scholarships | Applicants must have competed in at least one BCSS approved sport during grade 12.Two scholarships of $750 will be awarded for each athletic zone, one male and one female | |
| BCGEU Scholarship | Awards up to $2000 Applicants must be or related to a BCGEU member or staff enrolled, registered or planning to attend an eligible educational institution | |
| Hebden Chemistry Bursary | $1000Applicants must be taking (or have taken) Chemistry 12 | |
| NUPGE Scholarships | For children and grandchildren of NUPGE members | |
| Nelson Scholarship Program | Two awards of $10,000Civic Leadership ScholarshipIndigenous Student Scholarship | |
| CAPSLE | $1,000 bursaryThe applicant must have been accepted to a Canadian university program in a recognized Faculty of Education and/or Faculty of Law |
Other Resources:
- Check with the post-secondary institutions you are applying to. Most have their own entrance scholarships and bursaries
- Your local community and workplace may also have some available
- https://www.scholarshipscanada.com/
- https://yconic.com/
- https://grantme.ca/
Here’s some ideas on how to write a scholarship letter.
and an essay
- https://grantme.ca/how-to-write-a-winning-scholarship-essay-in-4-steps/
- https://help.grantme.ca/article/318-using-star-structure
and tips to give whoever is writing your reference letter