SSBA AWARD: 2 x $3,000

May 15th, 2025

Each year, the Saskatchewan School Boards Association (SSBA) awards two $3,000 scholarships to graduating Saskatchewan high school students going into post-secondary study: the Degree Program Scholarship (sponsored by AON) and the Technical/Trade Program Scholarship (sponsored by Manulife). 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, 2025. To access the application form and view the rubric that is being used to score the scholarships, go to https://saskschoolboards.ca/about-us/awards-and-scholarships/education-scholarships/

 

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: Jack Moore Memorial Scholarship/Burgess Bursary

May 15th, 2025

Saskatchewan Command is offering 10 Scholarships and 10 Bursaries of $500 each. Students may apply for a Scholarship, a Bursary, or both. Scholarships and Bursaries are awarded based on Grade 12 academic performance using the Transcript of Secondary Level Achievement (Gr. 12 departmental marks). In addition, Bursaries are awarded based on financial need. Details about selection criteria, as well as an application form are available at https://sasklegion.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/SB-Applicaton-Criteria-2021-1.pdf  The deadline to apply is August 15th.

 

MADD CANADA: Bursary Program $10,000

May 15th, 2025

MADD Canada is a national charitable organization committed to stopping impaired driving and supporting victims. One bursary of $10,000 (The Louise Joanne Twerdy Leadership Bursary) will be awarded and additional bursaries in the amount of $5,000 may also be awarded. MADD Canada’s Bursary Program is open to Canadian citizens who have themselves been severely injured or who have had a parent (or legal guardian) or sibling killed or severely injured, as a result of an impaired driving crash. The applicant must also be enrolled in a full-time, ministry-approved, post-secondary educational program for the upcoming academic year. The application deadline is Friday, May 31st. Additional information, and an application form, is available at  https://madd.ca/pages/programs/victimsurvivor-services/youth-bursary-fund/

 

Cassidy Grimm Memorial Bursary: Education

April 29th, 2025

This $500 bursary is awarded in June of each year to one recipient. Applicants need to be a Saskatchewan resident accepted into, or already attending, a post-secondary school in Saskatchewan, for the purpose of achieving a Bachelor of Education Degree. Additional information is available here To qualify for this bursary, you must submit:

  • a brief essay describing why you are going into Education and you’re your passion for teaching focuses on;
  • a brief biography describing who you are and what makes you, you;
  • a short explanation as to why you are applying for this particular bursary
  • and, in brief, your financial need.

Applications closes May 15, 2025 Please include your name, age, contact information, and proof of enrollment, as well as 2 letters of reference. Applications can be emailed to cassidygrimm-memorialbursary@sasktel.net or mailed to:

Cassidy Grimm Memorial Bursary

Box 215

Hodgeville, SK

S0H 2B0

 

Supply-Build Canada Scholarships: 4 x $5000

April 29th, 2025

SUPPLY-BUILD CANADA SCHOLARSHIPS: 4 x $5,000

This year Supply-Build Canada is pleased to roll out a new scholarship program for people looking to pursue a career in the building materials industry, in a variety of roles. This industry is vast, with multiple opportunities at multiple levels of skill and education. There are opportunities for both skilled and unskilled labour, tradespeople, and professionals in many different fields. The Supply-Build Canada Rising Star Awards, presented by Star Building Materials, a Qualico Company provides 4 scholarships of $5,000 each to those facing economic barriers to education with one created for Women*, one for Newcomers to Canada, and one for Indigenous Peoples. Applicants may apply for any and all of the streams that represent them (Women*, Newcomers to Canada, Indigenous People, and general economic hardship). Click here to learn more and apply! Applications close Thursday, May 1st.

 

USask Indigenous Student Experience Day

April 29th, 2025

On Thursday, May 15, 2025 the University of Saskatchewan will be hosting an Indigenous Student Experience Day. This event is for Métis, First Nations and Inuit Students and their supporters to get to know the USask campus and community. Use the following link to register if you are interested in attending:  Indigenous Student Experience Day – Admissions | University of Saskatchewan

 

JUNE AWARDS: Major/Minor Fine Arts Award

April 14th, 2025

The Major/Minor Fine Arts awards are presented to grade 12 students that have showcased a significant involvement with fine arts during their time at École St. Mary High School. If you are in grade 12, you may be eligible for a Major/Minor Fine Arts Award that will be presented during the ‘Thanksgiving for the School Year Celebration and Awards Assembly’. Please fill out the forms document to be considered for this award: Major/Minor Fine Arts Award Application The deadline to apply is Friday, May 9th.

 

JUNE AWARDS: Major/Minor Sports Award

April 14th, 2025

The Major/Minor Sports awards are presented to grade 12 students that have showcased a significant involvement with athletics during their time at École St. Mary High School. If you are in grade 12, you may be eligible for a Major/Minor Sports Award that will be presented during the ‘Thanksgiving for the School Year Celebration and Awards Assembly’. Please fill out the forms document to be considered for this award: Major/Minor Sports Award Application The deadline to apply is Friday, May 9th.

 

JUNE AWARDS: Rotary Citizenship Scholarship

April 14th, 2025

The Rotary Citizenship Scholarship of $400.00 is a recognition of a Grade 11 or 12 student that exhibits the characteristics of strong citizenship. It is modeled after the Rotary Adventure in Citizenship program with criteria that includes, strong academics, with strong character within the school environment, as well as the community. Candidates are students that respect and deal fairly with their fellow students, as well as participate in school and non-school activities that enhance their lives and the lives of those around them. The students should be planning some type of post-secondary education or training to enhance their personal skills. Rotary Citizenship Scholarship Application The deadline to apply is Friday, May 9th.

 

JUNE AWARDS: John M. Cuelenaere Public Library Scholarship

April 14th, 2025

The John M. Cuelenaere Public Library Scholarship of $250 is a recognition of a Grade 9 – 12 student who has been enrolled full-time in the academic year of 2024-2025. Candidates are students who have distinguished themselves by being an advocate for literacy in their school or the community and clearly demonstrate a love of reading. While high academics is not a requirement for applying, the student must have a Prince Albert Public Library (PAPL) 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. John M. Cuelenaere Public Library Scholarship Application The deadline to apply is Friday, May 9th.