Archive for 2021

John M. Cuelenaere Public Library Scholarship: Grade 9 – 12

Monday, May 10th, 2021

This $250 scholarship will be awarded to a Grade 9-12 student who has been enrolled full-time in the academic year of 2020-2021 and has distinguished herself/himself by being an advocate for literacy in her/his school or the community and clearly demonstrates a love of reading. While high academics is not a requirement for applying, the student must have proof of a JMCPL card and plans for post-secondary education. Preference will also be given to former or current employees of John M. Cuelenaere Library, as well as a current Grade 12 student of École St Mary High School. The application deadline is Friday, May 21, 2021. To apply, please complete the form available at https://forms.office.com/Pages/DesignPage.aspx?fragment=FormId%3Dktew3fs5vE6W1gmVNKysTzYD7nmRAJFIto9x0KuaqBtUM0JVU1gxRTJSWEZTTDROOTBGVEFYMjZEOC4u%26Token%3Dcf574cfda7934cba8274ed1aeded7c32

Grade 12 Awards: École St Mary High School Graduation

Friday, May 7th, 2021

Information about Grade 12 Awards to be presented at the Graduation Exercises on June 23rd, as well as a link to an application form, is available in the River section of Edsby. The closing deadline for award applications is Tuesday, May 25th at 3:30 p.m. Nominations for Most Gentlemanly and Deportment are due by Friday, May 14th by sending a message to Mr. Dwayne Gareau. Voting will occur Monday, May 31st to Friday, June 4th.

Agriculture / Rural Community Award: 3 x $500

Thursday, May 6th, 2021

The district 32 Agriculture, Development, and Diversification Board (ADD Board) is offering a total of three $500 awards to Grade 12 students graduating in 2021. To apply, students must be pursuing post-secondary agricultural training or other post-secondary education (university or technical) that will serve a rural agriculture-based community in 2021. As well, students must prepare a submission (250-500 words) that addresses the theme: “How will your post-secondary education make agriculture or your rural community a better place?” For additional information about the award and the application process, please visit http://bit.ly/AwardGrade12. The application deadline is June 15, 2021.

Nelson Education Scholarships: 2 x $10,000

Tuesday, May 4th, 2021

Nelson Education awarding the following two scholarships. Applicants may only apply for one scholarship opportunity. The application deadline is June 30th, 2021.

Civic Leadership Scholarship: $10,000

Nelson Education is awarding students who have demonstrated academic success, personal strength, and determination in their commitment to civic engagement and leadership.

Indigenous Student Scholarship: $10,000

Nelson Education is awarding First Nation, Métis and Inuit student leaders who have demonstrated academic success, personal strength, with the intent to pursue post-secondary studies in Education.

For additional information, and to apply for a scholarship, please visit https://www.nelson.com/scholarship/?utm_source=Email&utm_campaign=Scholarship21&mc_cid=1856ec8ff1&mc_eid=8ee81d15f4

Scholarship Database: Scholar Tree

Monday, May 3rd, 2021

With the school year quickly coming to an end, ScholarTree.ca has made a concerted effort to add as many scholarships as possible. Since the month of May is the end of peak scholarship season, there are a lot of awards with upcoming deadlines. Currently, there are currently 61 scholarships, with an application period ending in May, that offer 367 awards and a total of $960,500. To create a customized list of scholarships and a weekly email reminder of deadlines, students are encouraged to create a profile on ScholarTree.  Students can sort their scholarship list, by deadline, using the sort option at the top of the page (https://scholartree.ca/scholarships).

CONNECTED: Young Women Exploring Careers

Friday, April 30th, 2021

CONNECTED, a virtual mentorship event on Wednesday, May 19th from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm, connects females in Grade 10 – Grade 12 with women mentors from a variety of careers. For more information, or to register, visit www.saskatooniec.ca/connected . The deadline to register is Wednesday, May 12th.

University of Alberta: Online Registration Sessions

Thursday, April 29th, 2021

Registration for online faculty-specific and general Registration 101 sessions are now available. At these sessions, students will learn how to navigate the Bear Tracks system for course selection and registration, chat with an advisor and get advice on which courses to take, and explore the next steps on their journey at the U of A. Students can register at uab.ca/reg101.

Diamond North Credit Union Scholarships: 7 x $1,000

Wednesday, April 28th, 2021

Diamond North Credit Union has seven (7) scholarships, in the amount of $1,000.00 each, available for Grade 12 students who are members of Diamond North Credit Union (as of January 1st, 2021). To apply, fill in the application form and submit it with supporting documentation (copy of Saskatchewan Ministry of Education Transcript, which includes first semester marks of your Grade 12 year, a school-provided copy of your 2nd semester marks from April, signed by your Guidance Counsellor or Principal, and a letter of character reference from someone other than a relative supporting your community and/or school involvement). An application form and additional information is available at http://bit.ly/AwardGrade12 on the school career website. All applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to marketing@diamondnorthcu.com before May 1, 2021. 

Sask School Boards Association Scholarships: 2 x $2,500

Wednesday, April 21st, 2021

Each year, the Saskatchewan School Boards Association awards a $2,500 scholarship to graduating high students entering a Degree Program, and a $2,500 scholarship to graduating high student entering a Technical/Trade Program. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of demonstrated good character, community leadership, financial need and a 500-word essay. The application deadline is August 31st. For more information and an application form, please go to http://saskschoolboards.ca/about-us/awards-and-scholarships/education-scholarships/

IBAS Young Community Leader Bursary: $5,000

Tuesday, March 30th, 2021

The IBAS Young Community Leader Bursary recognizes one graduating Saskatchewan high school student who exemplifies outstanding dedication to making their community a better place. In 2021, the successful applicant will receive a one-time cash bursary in the amount of $5,000. The deadline to apply is Monday, May 31st at 5 p.m. Criteria for the bursary, as well as an online application form, are available at https://www.ibas.ca/bursary.html