Archive for 2026

U of S: Competitive Entrance Awards

Thursday, February 5th, 2026

Competitive Entrance Awards include numerous scholarships and bursaries that can be accessed by many students with diverse experiences. Students will be considered based on academic achievement, financial need and/or contributions to school and community life. Some awards recognize particular backgrounds, acknowledge contributions to certain clubs or reward achievement in music and athletics. All entering students are encouraged to apply. To be considered:

  • Complete your U of S application for admission by Sunday, February 15th
  • Fill out and submit the Competitive Entrance Awards online application by Sunday, March 1st in PAWS

 

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SCOTIABANK: Financial Wellness Scholarship (10 x $3,000)

Thursday, February 5th, 2026

Scotiabank is offering 10 scholarships worth $3,000 each available to Grade 12 students across Canada. Phase 1 of the application process consists of a written submission about your financial wellness goals and how this scholarship will support your post-secondary journey. The deadline for Written Phase 1 is April 24, 2026 11:59:59 PM ET. Top applicants from Phase 1 will be invited to submit a short video for Phase 2 to complete their application. The deadline for Video Phase 2 is May 19, 2026 11:59:59 PM ET. For additional information, and to apply go to https://education.myblueprint.ca/scotia/#financial-wellness-scholarship-details

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SASKPOLYTECH: Indigenous Student Spend-a-Day

Friday, January 30th, 2026

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is pleased to invite Indigenous Grade 11 students to the Indigenous Student Spend‑A‑Day event on March 4, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Prince Albert Campus – Technical Building (Gymnasium). This event is designed to introduce Indigenous students to the wide range of programs available at Sask Polytech. Throughout the day, students will have the chance to explore hands‑on activities, learn about different career pathways, meet instructors, and gain a clearer understanding of their options after high school. The goal is to create a welcoming, informative experience that supports students as they begin planning their post‑secondary journey. This year’s focus is Grade 11 students so they are exposed to Sask Polytech early enough to explore programs, identify their areas of interest, and be ready to apply when applications open next fall. Lunch, snacks and transportation will be provided. Indigenous students who are interested in attending must complete the form using the link SK Poly Indigenous Student Spend a Day- March 4th – Fill out form by Wednesday, February 11th at noon. Please see Mrs. Gibson if you have any questions.

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Grad 2026 Awards: Ecole St Mary High School Scholarship & John M. Cuelenaere Memorial Scholarship

Thursday, January 29th, 2026

Grade 12 students are invited to apply for the following graduation awards:

  • École St. Mary High School Scholarship ($2,000)
  • John M. Cuelenaere Memorial Scholarship ($2,000)

An Edsby announcement has a PDF that outlines the scholarship criteria, including eligibility requirements and the focus of each award. There is also a Forms application that students must complete using their school email login.

The deadline to apply for the awards is Tuesday, February 24th at 9:00 am.

Students are encouraged to review the criteria carefully before submitting their application. If you have any questions or require clarification, please see Ms. McLeod.

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U of R: Admission on the Spot

Thursday, January 29th, 2026
The Admission of the Spot event is Wednesday, February 4th at Carlton from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
• Waived application fee – save $100!
• Receive help completing the application
• Leave the event admitted to your faculty of choice (except programs: Indigenous Education, Music Education, Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
• Family members are welcome to attend!
For additional information, use the QR Code below:

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2026 Amazon Canada Youth Short Story Award: $5,000

Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
The Youth Short Story Category invites authors between the ages of thirteen and seventeen to submit a short story under 3,000 words. The winner in this category will receive $5,000 and the five finalists will each receive $500. Submissions for the Youth Short Story Category must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on Sunday, February 8, 2026. For additional information regarding Rules & Regulations, as well as how to Submit, please go to https://thewalrus.ca/afna

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KIN Canada Bursary: $1,000

Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

 

The Kin Canada Bursary is open to any student who is in the process of graduating from high school or currently studying, or registered, at a post-secondary institution. Applicants will be evaluated on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada (Kinsmen, Kinettes and Kin Clubs) and financial need. The application form must be submitted by Sunday, February 1st, 2026 and winners will be notified before June 30th by their sponsoring club. For additional information and to apply, please go to  https://www.kincanada.ca/EN/Web/OurBursaries/Apply.aspx

 

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Junior Citizen of the Year Award: $3,000

Thursday, January 8th, 2026

The Junior Citizen of the Year Award has honoured the youth of Saskatchewan for over 40 years. The program is sponsored by The Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association, in partnership with SaskPower, and the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan. These prestigious awards are given to students who:

  • have an aptitude for science, technology, engineering or mathematics
  • have a positive lifestyle,
  • are dedicated to community and school,
  • have a strong sense of caring and responsibility,
  • have the ability to overcome life’s challenges,
  • inspire others, and
  • are between ages 8 to 18.

Four award recipients are chosen each year and receive a $3,000 bursary, provided by SaskPower, to be used for post-secondary education. For more information, please go to https://swna.com/junior-citizen-of-the-year/ The deadline for nominations is March 31st, 2026.

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Agriculture Student Scholarship: $3000

Tuesday, January 6th, 2026

Saskatchewan Grade 12 students and recent high school/GED graduates (within the last two years) have the chance to win a grand-prize scholarship of $6,000 or one of three runner-up scholarships of $3,000 when they submit a three-minute video or 1,000-word essay on solutions to challenges in agriculture. This year’s scholarship theme asks young people to clearly articulate a challenge that the agriculture industry faces, with special consideration to how this affects public trust in agriculture, then explore creative solutions to solving the challenge. Submissions can focus on how the industry can improve its practices, adopt new technologies, communicate practices more effectively or other ways the industry can enhance trust with the public. Applicants are encouraged to be thoughtful with their submissions and to include sourced evidence along with personal perspective. A good submission includes facts to support the analysis/commentary. This scholarship program is designed to identify intelligent and ambitious young agriculture leaders and provide successful candidates with financial support for their education. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be planning to take an agriculture-related post-secondary education program beginning in the fall of 2026. The deadline to apply is Sunday, March 1, 2026. For more information, visit saskatchewan.ca/ag-scholarship or contact agriculture.scholarship@gov.sk.ca.

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