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Chinook School Division Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards

2019-2020

Updated May 5, 2020

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. General Information – Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards

2. Recommended Scholarship Websites

3. Great Plains College Entrance Scholarships

4. Grade 12 Scholarships: listed month by month with deadline for application; includes quick glance at the match criteria

5. Grade 11 Scholarships

Note: In the event the individual links do not work, copy and paste

into your browser instead. They all worked as of May 6, 2020.

OR Search the title of the scholarship directly.

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SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES, & AWARDS

This is a list of over 8,400 scholarships worth $17.6 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 checkoften. Those listed

within this document appear by the application deadline. Student are encouraged to go

through the entire document, research which ones they would like to apply for, and

apply early. Students are also encouraged to consider completing the Chinook

School Division’s Scholarship 101 Worksheet to prepare (found on the school

division and school website under “Career Development”.

CRITERIA for Consideration:

Students should note that not all scholarships, bursaries and awards are

granted based entirely on academic marks. Many are awarded for various other

criteria such as:

• Interests (examples: music, drama, art, athletic, cooking, and gardening)

• Family related (examples: Military, Co-op, cultural)

• Entrepreneurial

• Humanitarian (volunteer, community minded, service oriented)

• Leadership

• Other … disabilities, workforce

The scholarships listed here are meant to be not a comprehensive list so

students and parents should continue to search for other scholarships. Other

scholarships include new opportunities, post-secondary entrance awards and local

community scholarships. The scholarships, bursaries and awards on this list include

local, regional, provincial and national awards. * Key for students in the

Chinook attendance area would be to check out the countless funding supports

available from Great Plains College. www.greatplainscollege.ca

*Entrance Awards –

Please check with your post-secondary institution or workplace for entrance

awards that are available. Be mindful to check back often to the websites, do a quality

job with your applications and watch the deadlines. (Check the websites of the post-

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secondary institution you are planning to attend. Search for Scholarships and Awards.

Many are available from the institution or specifically from the college or faculty you

are planning to attend.)

*School and Local Community -

Each local community and school will have a list of potential awards for

grade 12 graduates. Please check with your school as these are specific awards that

are usually posted by each school in spring to the graduating class. These are

specific awards to each school and community.

PUBLIC SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES Details:

• Students can search for more scholarships using these websites.

• Students can create profiles that will sort and match them to applicable scholarships. Many of the sites will email the students the information of applicable scholarships with reminders close to the deadline dates.

• Students can apply directly from some of the websites.

Websites:

1. www.scholarshipscanada.com Sign up and have them send suggested scholarships directly to you based on your profile.

2. https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/scholarships-bursaries-grants Find scholarships, bursaries and grants available to Saskatchewan students.

3. www.unigo.com/scholarships Sign up and use the scholarship match to find out what scholarships you could qualify for.

4. https://www.schoolfinder.com/Scholarships/Index.aspx Search through our extensive database to find scholarships, student awards, bursaries and grants. You'll also find information about student loans, applications and budget planning. 5. https://scholartree.ca/

Canadian students can create a student profile, get matched to scholarships, and apply.

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Great Plains College

2019 - 2020 Scholarships For more information go directly to:

https://www.greatplainscollege.ca/admissions-scholarships/scholarships/202021-scholarships

For the 2019-2020 academic year students are automatically considered for an Entrance Scholarship when

he/she applies to a full-time student loan-eligible program before the scholarship deadline.

Applicants must pay a $55 application fee and submit their most current transcripts for their application to

be considered.

$500 minimum Entrance Scholarship

$5,000 maximum Entrance Scholarship

Grade-based Entrance Scholarships ($500-$5,000)

2018-19 Grade-based Entrance Scholarship Levels:

• 70-79% $500

• 80-84% $1,000

• 85-89% $1,500

• 90-94% $2,500

• 95%+ $5,000

Note: Entrance Scholarship grade average is calculated based on marks from 30-level Canadian

Studies and English classes and the highest achieved marks from 20 or 30-level math and science classes.

Some exceptions may apply.

Entrance Scholarship Deadlines: Apr. 30 – deadline for September entry DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 30th, 2020

Oct. 31 – deadline for late fall and winter program start dates

Feb. 28 – deadline for spring program start dates

Other Awards and Scholarships for Great Plains Students :

1. Innovation Credit Union Community Innovator Award (2 - $2000 awards)

2. Living Sky Casino Indigenous Adult Basic Education (ABE) Persistence Award (3 - $1000 awards)

3. SREDA Indigenous Economic Development Scholarship (SIEDS) (1 - $5000 award)

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SEPTEMBER

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 - https://4-h-canada.ca/scholarships-awards Sarah Dunleavy Memorial Scholarship Due Date: September 26 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 - http://awardapply.com/award2.php

Agriculture

Leadership

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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: https://www.sasktel.com/about-us/corporate-social-responsibility/scholarships/sasktel-metis-scholarships

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 - https://gdins.org/student-services/scholarships-bursaries/

Loran Scholarship Due Date: October 28 Amounts: 110 x $2,000 - $9,000 Criteria:

a) 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.

b) Applicants must be Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents c) Academic excellence, character, community service and leadership are criteria

Details: http://loranscholar.ca/application-process/

Metis Ancestry

Metis Ancestry

Community Involvement,

Leadership

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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 - http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

Excellence in Ag Scholarship Due Date: October 15 Amounts: $5,000 up to $20,000 Criteria:

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

Details - http://crs.coopconnection.ca/files/ExcellenceInAg-Application.pdf

Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship Due Date: October 25 Amounts: 5 x $10,000 and 80 x $5,000 Criteria:

a) Be enrolled full time in the terminal year of high school and taking classes through Spring 2016

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 ($55,000 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 - https://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/

Engineering

Achievement, Agriculture

Achievement, Financial Need

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NOVEMBER

Canadian Hospitality Foundation Scholarships Due Date: November 1 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 - http://thechf.ca/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 - http://indspire.ca/for-students/bursaries-scholarships/

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 - http://www.sasktel.com/wps/wcm/connect/content/home/about-sasktel/careers/student- opportunities/scholarships/sasktel-and-saskatchewan-indian-institute-of-technologies-(siit)-scholarships

Tourism, Food Service,

Hospitality

Apprenticeship, Technology

First Nations Ancestry,

Telecommunications

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TD Scholarships for Community Leadership Due Date: November 27 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: www.td.com/scholarships

Community Involvement,

Leadership

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DECEMBER

MacRae Memorial Fund Scholarship (Learning Disabilities Association of Canada) Due Date: December 11 Amounts: $1,000 (revised from 2 at $1500 previously awarded) Criteria: a) Individuals must have a written diagnosis of a learning disability. b) Any field of study in any institution in Saskatchewan. b) One page explanation of: How learning disabilities have affected his/her life. How he/she has learned to work with and compensate for those disabilities. What he/she hopes to do in the future. Details - https://www.ldas.org/scholarship/

Lives That Make a Difference Essay Contest Due Date: December 11 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 - http://www.livesthatmakeadifference.com/

Applicant has a Learning

Disability

Essay (all)

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JANUARY

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

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

Details - https://www.ccohs.ca/scholarship/ (need to copy and paste this link into browser directly)

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 - 1 page essay

Details - http://www.mensacanada.org/scholarship-program/

Occupational Health and

Safety

Achievement: Engineering, art, social

sciences, medicine, mathematics,

computer science, and skilled trades

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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 - https://terryfoxawards.ca/

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 - https://www.kincanada.ca/apply

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 application c) Global pioneer

Details -http://www.schulichleaders.com/

Humanitarian, Leadership

Community Involvement

Achievement - Science, Technology,

Engineering, Math

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Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) Scholarships Due Date: February 5 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 - http://aghealth.usask.ca/scholarship/index.php

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 - http://plancanada.ca/top-20-under-20

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 - http://www.rbc.com/careers/aboriginal_student_awards.html

Agriculture, Rural Health

Community Involvement, Leadership,

Achievement

First Nations, Inuit or Metis

Ancestry; Financial Need

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MARCH

Arnal Boys Memorial Bursary for Young Farmers Inc. Due Date: March 1 Amounts: varies x $5,000 Criteria:

a) Between the ages of 8 - 18 b) Provide a business plan with revenue and expense projections c) Priority to Chinook SD students that have an interest in agriculture

Details – Join the Arnal Brothers Memorial on Facebook or coreyhenderson08@hotmail.com

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 - https://caask.ca/about-caa/caa-scholarship-program#.VxFgsvkrKUk

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 - https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-

ranchers/canadian-agricultural-partnership-cap/public-trust/agriculture-student-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 - http://www.vimyfoundation.ca/programs/beaverbrook-vimy-prize/

Agriculture, Business

Community Involvement,

Achievement, Financial Need

Agriculture

Leadership

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Canadian Association of Principals Student Leadership Award Due Date: March 1 Amounts: 12 x $750 Criteria:

a) One grade 12 student per school may be nominated by the school administrator b) Based on leadership activities in the school and community and on academic

achievement c) Each nominee must complete the questionnaire and essay

Details - http://cdnprincipals.org/cap-student-leadership-award/

Re/Max Quest for Excellence Award Due Date: March 3 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 - http://blog.remax.ca/remax-western-canada-helps-grade-12s-bursary-program/

Pioneer Co-op Bursary Due Date: March 9 Amounts: 4 x $500 Criteria:

a) 300 word essay on selected essay topic by Pioneer Co-Op b) Academic record, extra-curricular, community involvement and potential for success c) Must be attending post-secondary schooling full time after grade 12

Details – Contact your local Pioneer Co-Op or see your Career Counsellor

SaskTel Scholarships Due Date: March 31st Amounts: 7 x $3000 Criteria:

a) Students studying in a field directly related to information and communications technology. b) Be a Saskatchewan resident. c) Be enrolled in full time studies in the fall of 2019 at a post-secondary educational institution in Saskatchewan. d) Be enrolled in a degree, diploma, or certificate program directly related to telecommunications. Programs

include but are not limited to the following: Computer Science, Engineering (ex. Electrical, electronic, or

Achievement, Community

Involvement

Leadership

Achievement, Community

Involvment

Technology, Communication, Business

Admin., Accounting, Achievement

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telecommunications) Accounting and Business Administration. e) Have achieved a minimum of 75 per cent grade average in their most recent educational standing.

Details – If you have any questions call Human Resources Department at 1.866.742.6551 or send an email to sasktel.careers@sasktel.com

Sasktel Gord Kuhn Scholarship Due Date: March 31st. Amounts: 1 x $3000 Criteria:

a) Current SaskTel employee (or immediate family member of SaskTel Employee) attending a post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan studying in a field directly related to telecommunications.

b) Students studying in a field directly related to information and communications technology. c) Be a Saskatchewan resident. d) Be enrolled in full time studies in the fall of 2019 at a post-secondary educational institution in

Saskatchewan. e) Be enrolled in a degree, diploma, or certificate program directly related to telecommunications.

Programs include but are not limited to the following: Computer Science, Engineering (ex. Electrical, electronic, or telecommunications) Accounting and Business Administration.

f) Have achieved a minimum of 75 per cent grade average in their most recent educational standing.

Details – https://www.sasktel.com/about-us/corporate-social-responsibility/scholarships/sasktel-gord-kuhn-scholarship

Queens Diamond Jubilee Due Date: March 15 Amounts: $1,000 Criteria: a) The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee scholarships are awarded to grade 12 students who will be attending a

post-secondary institution in the fall b) school and/or community-based leadership; c) responsibilities outside of school; d) financial support needed; and e) academic performance. Details – https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/scholarships-bursaries-grants/scholarships/queens-diamond-jubilee-scholarship

Family member of SaskTel Employee, or currently

employed. Achievement

Financial Need, Community Leadership,

Academic Achievement

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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 - http://www.leonardfnd.org/

Retail Council of Canada Scholarship Program Due Date: March 31 Amounts: 22 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 - http://www.retailcouncil.org/memberservices/retail-education/retail-as-a-career- scholarship-program

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 - http://www.une-sen.org/what_we_do/hea.php

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 - http://www.teslsask.com/bursaries-and-awards/tesk-sask-student-award/

Education, Clergy, Engineering,

Mining and Military

Retail, Business, Marketing

Essay

Applicant is ESL, Financial Need

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Manulife Scholarship - Life Lessons Scholarship Program

Due Date: March 20

Amount: 5 X $10,000

Criteria: student impacted by the loss of a parent or guardian with little to no life insurance

Scholarship Details: https://www.manulife.ca/personal/plan-and-learn/life-events/life-lessons-scholarship.html

Financial Support Needed

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APRIL

South Country Equipment Due Date: April 1 Amounts: 8 x $3,000 Criteria:

a) For students pursuing a career in the John Deere Tech- Journeyman Diesel Technician field

b) Min. 75% high school average, letter of reference and school/community involvement required

c) Enrollment into post-secondary education Details - http://www.southcountry.ca/

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 - http://saskapprenticeship.ca/YOUTH_APPRENTICES/

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

a) Numerous awards b) Criteria are different for every award so please read carefully

c) Good luck! Details - https://www.4-h.sk.ca/sk-scholarships.html

Innovation Credit Union Scholarships Due Date: April 6 Amounts: 13 x $1,000 Criteria:

a) Must be a member of Innovation Credit Union b) Full-time post-secondary enrolment by a grade 12 graduate c) Academic performance in high school

Details - https://www.innovationcu.ca/AboutUs/Community/Scholarships/HighSchool/

Agriculture

Apprenticeship

Agriculture

Achievement

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Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan and Constituent Lodges Awards Due Date: April 1 but dates vary

Amounts: 30+ awarded from $500 to $6000 each 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

Details: https://www.saskmasons.ca/gls/index.php/youth-programs/scholarships-bursaries

Mary Joyce Booth Memorial Scholarship Due Date: April 8 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 - http://sk.cpf.ca/actvities/youth-activities/mary-joyce-booth-memorial-scholarship/

Various - Achievement,

Connection to Masons

and/or Eastern Star,

Leadership, Community

Involvement

Individual is French as a

Second Language - French

Language

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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 grade 11 or 12 and enrolled in school

Details - https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests

Frank & Helen Rempel Servant Leadership Bursary Due Date: April 30 Amounts: $2,500 Criteria:

a) Open to Chinook SD grade 12 students b) Awarded to the applicant who possesses the building blocks of a leader as defined by

the S3 leadership team c) Interview process is required for finalists

Details - http://s3enterprises.com/

New Literacy Scholarship Due Date: April 30 Amount: $1000 Criteria:

a) Saskatchewan Students in Grade 12

b) Those who have graduated from a Saskatchewan High School in the past

two years

Details-http://www.orourkepoetryscholarship.ca/index.php/apply/

Travis W. Watkins Tax Resolution and Accounting Firm Scholarship Due Date: Dec 30 or April 30

Amount: $1000.00

Criteria:

a) Current or soon to be student in accounting

Essay

Leadership

Writing

Accounting

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b) Ability to convey the importance of tax compliance as well as the journey of those challenges

Scholarship Details: Travis W. Watkins Scholarship

Paddy O’Rourke Poetry Scholarship

Due Date: April 30th

Amount: $1000.00

Criteria:

a) Saskatchewan student currently attending Grade 12 or who graduated from Sask High School in last 24

months

b) Literary talent

Scholarship Details: www.orourkepoetryscholarship.ca

Wheatland Accounting - Agriculture Scholarship 2020 Due Date: April 30, 2020

Amount: 3 x $500

Criteria:

Student who is passionate about moving into postsecondary education (inside or outside of Saskatchewan)

towards obtaining a diploma or degree that will equip you to operate your own farm or be employed in a

position serving agriculture.

Provide a one page essay or a brief one to two minute video explaining: what makes you passionate about

agriculture, what drives you to choose this industry for your future and your vision of the future of

agriculture in this province.

Scholarship Details:

Wheatland Accounting - Agriculture Scholarship 2020

Poetry Writing

Agriculture Related Field

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MAY

Aaron Swartz Scholarship Due Date: May 1 Amounts: 2 x $1,000 Criteria:

a) 1000-2000 word essay on life reflection b) Applicants will take a stand on exploring the boundaries of free speech in the digital age

and how our current copyright system contributes to it c) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - http://vandelayweb.com/vandelay-web-scholarship/

Abram Heinrichs Memorial Scholarship Due Date: May 1 Amounts: 2 x $1,000 Criteria:

a) Attending a post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan with programming based in agriculture, crop science, construction, welding or mechanics

b) Work experience, community involvement and extra-curricular involvement c) Financial need is taken into consideration

Details – See your Career Counsellor for the scholarship application or contact the Chinook SD Office.

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 - http://www.myaccess.ca/IntheCommunity/ScholarshipProgram.

Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists

Due Date: May 15, 2020

Amounts: 6 X $1000 (SIA Southwest Branch Scholarship - $1000)

Free Speech, Essay

Agriculture, Crop Science,

Construction, Welding, Mechanics,

Work Experience, Community

Involvement

Achievement, Community

Involvement

Agriculture Related Sector, Bio

resources, Food or Environment

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Criteria:

- Demonstrate a desire to pursue a career in agrology

- Presently a Grade 12 high school student or recent graduate - Have plans to enroll as a first-year full-time student in the fall in a Saskatchewan-based, post-secondary

program related to agrology, which meets the eligibility requirements to apply for registration with the Institute after graduation. (preference is given to those registering at the University of Saskatchewan, College of Agriculture and Bio resources)

- Must not be an immediate family member of current Institute staff or Provincial Councilor or Branch Executive member

Scholarship Details: https://www.sia.sk.ca/index.cfm

Gabriel Dumont Institute Scholarships and Bursaries Due Date: May 1 Amounts: LOTS & LOTS Criteria:

d) Apply online for scholarships e) Transcripts are required f) Metis and resident of Saskatchewan with enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - https://gdins.org/student-services/scholarships-bursaries/

Sask Pulse Growers Scholarships Due Date: May 4 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 - http://proof.saskpulse.com/files/general/2016_Undergraduate_Scholarship_Criteria.pdf

1800 Wheelchair Canada Scholarship Due Date: May 30 Amounts: 2 x $500 Criteria:

a) Must submit a visual poem, in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a

Metis Ancestry

Parents as Pulse Growers,

Agriculture

Poetry - Overcoming a

Personal Challenge

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Personal challenge b) 70% academic average required c) Grade 12 students or at least 16 years of age

Details - http://www.1800wheelchair.ca/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 - http://www.patfletcher.com/en/apply.php

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 - http://media.wix.com/ugd/a777a8_babed8b9f29c4925a5bbe219f5859001.pdf

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 - http://www.saskdrama.com/scholarship.htm

Golfing

Essay, Community

Involvement, Leadership

Drama or Theatre

Updated May 5, 2020

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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 - http://www.forklifttrainingsaskatoon.com/apply.php

Crescent Point Scholarship - Studies in an Oilfield Related Sector Due Date: May 31, 2020 Amount: $1,500 Criteria: - Enrolled in post-secondary studies in an oilfield related sector such as: engineering, geology,

environmental, production accounting, trades, etc. - One page essay (anticipate field of study, future plans within the oilfield industry, why you should be the

recipient of this bursary)

Scholarship Details:

• Offered by the SWSK operating area of Crescent Point

• Further information available contact Dustin Carleton at (306) 770.2210 or Tanis Fahselt at (306)770.2202

Essay, Safety, Injury Prevention

Oilfield Industry Related

Field, Essay

Updated May 5, 2020

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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 - http://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/student-loans

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 - http://nelson.com/scholarship/

Indigenous Student Scholarship Due Date: June 1 Amounts: 3 x $3,000 Criteria:

a) 500-750 word essay detailing your leadership and preservation of indigenous language/culture b) d e m o n s t r a t e d a c a d e m i c s u c c e s s , p e r s o n a l s t r e n g t h , a n d a

c o m m i t m e n t t o p r e s e r v i n g I n d i g e n o u s l a n g u a g e s a n d c u l t u r e c) 80% average, reference letter from teacher and current transcript

Details - http://nelson.com/scholarship/

Student Loan Application

Civic Leadership

Indigenous Student

Updated May 5, 2020

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McConnell Scholarship Due Date: June 1 Amounts: 2 x $5500 and 3 x $3000

Criteria: a) Five Scholarships are available to candidates in the Maple Creek and/or Consul area

who have successfully completed first year studies at a Canadian post-secondary institution in the nursing field or industrial trade

b) Must include a cover letter, resume including a reference letter and copy of high school transcripts

c) Verification of registration in a recognized post-secondary program as it pertains to this scholarship and an official copy of first year marks from that institution

Details: Application must be at the Chinook Education Centre by June 1

(ATTN: WEST Cluster Superintendent)

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 - http://cdnmedhall.org/scholarship-high-school-students Eliminator’s Car Club of Swift Current Bursary Due Date: June 15 Amounts: 41 x $500

Criteria: a) Awarded annually to Swift Current area graduates pursing a post-secondary automotive related trade. b) Demonstrated satisfactory academic achievement and financial need, bursary awarded upon proof of

enrollment in post-secondary institution. c) Submit a letter outlining interests/hobbies related to the automotive trade, career goals, and why you

should be considered for this award. Details - Eliminator’s Car Club P.O. Box 116, Swift Current, Sask. S9H 3V5 (306) 773-2313

Medicine/Health Sciences

Completed first year in Nursing

or Industrial Trade - Applicants

Maple Creek/Consul Area

Automotive Related Trades

Updated May 5, 2020

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2020 Saskatchewan Scholarship - Gerry McCudden Memorial Scholarship Award Due Date: June 17 Amounts: $1,000

Criteria: The candidate shall be a graduating grade twelve student and: o have an academic average of 80% or higher in their grade twelve year o have leadership potential as measured by leadership roles in school or community activities, or by

creativity and vision demonstrated through participation in school or community activities o submit a personal essay on the required Essay Subject o be accepted into a postsecondary educational program following their grade twelve graduation o Applicant must be from a Saskatchewan School Division which currently has a member in the

Association. (Swift Current Chapter #26 - Contact Dan Omstead at Chinook Education Centre) Details: https://www.a4le.org/pdf/pacificnorthwest/saskatchewan/GerryMcCuddenScholarshipApp.pdf Insurance Brokers Association of Saskatchewan - 2020 Young Community Leader Bursary Due Date: June 10th Amounts: $2,500 Criteria: • Be a Grade 12 student in Saskatchewan, graduating in the spring or summer of 2020, with an intent to pursue a higher education within the next two years; • Demonstrate an exceptional commitment to their community through volunteerism, school involvement, leadership of local initiatives, or other means of engagement; • Be a role model in their community; and • Demonstrate academic dedication and achievement with a minimum cumulative Grade 11 average of 75% Submit application to: kyle.halvorson@ibas.ca Please use the subject line Bursary Application Details: https://www.ibas.ca/bursary.html

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 - https://www.cropscience.bayer.ca/en/Our-Company/ScholarshipInformation

Essay, Agriculture, Culinary or

Food Sciences

Merit-based

Scholarship

Community Involvement

Updated May 5, 2020

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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 - https://www.ldas.org/scholarship/

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 -

http://www.breylancommunications.com/bbgcommunications/132/scholarships.php

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 - https://golfcanadafoundation.com/golf-canada-foundation-scholarships

McIntyre Family Foundation Prairie Healthcare Scholarships Due Date: June 30 Amounts: varies $1,000 - $20,000 Criteria:

a) Entering post-secondary education in the field of health care b) Priority given to students of the Chinook School Division c) Academic excellence, community and volunteer involvement

Details - http://mff.ca/prairie_healthcare_scholarship.html

Individuals with a

Learning Disability

Essays - Information and

Communications

Achievement, Golfing

Health Care/Health

Sciences

Updated May 5, 2020

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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 - https://saase.ca/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 - http://www.speaonline.ca/uploads/3/8/2/9/38299825/spea_scholarships.pdf

Leadership, Community

Involvement, Kinesiology,

Physical Education or

Recreation

Community Involvement,

Achievement, Agriculture

Updated May 5, 2020

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JULY

AUGUST

Chinook Teachers’ Association Scholarships Due Date: August 1 Amounts: 3 x $1,000 Criteria:

a) 90% average required in certain classes b) Lottery selection system of scholarship winners c) Open to all Chinook School Division students d) Enrollment into post-secondary education

Details - https://sites.google.com/site/chinookta/announcements/ctascholarshipapplicationform

Royal Canadian Legion Scholarships and Bursaries Due Date: August 28 Amounts: 12 scholarships (Jack Moore) and 12 bursaries (Burgess) of $300 each. Criteria:

a) awarded to children and grandchildren of Veterans, Ex -service or Ex - RCMP personnel. b) Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic standing. c) Bursaries are awarded on the basis of academic standing and need. d) Candidates may apply for both scholarships and bursaries.

Details - Submit application and resume by August 28 to: The Royal Canadian Legion Saskatchewan Command 3079 - 5th Avenue Regina, SK S4T 0L6

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 forms and attends school within 4 years of grade 12 c) Enrollment into post-secondary education in Saskatchewan

Details - https://sha.sk.ca/about/awards-scholarships

Chinook Students,

Achievement

Family ties to RCMP or Military,

Achievement, Financial Need

Hockey

Updated May 5, 2020

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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 - https://saskschoolboards.ca/about-us/awards-and-scholarships/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 - http://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/scholarships- bursaries-grants/scholarships/saskatchewan-advantage-scholarship

Essay, Community

Leadership, Financial

Need

Graduates: Grade 12, ABE or

GED

Updated May 5, 2020

GRADE 11 SCHOLARSHIPS

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 - http://www.vimyfoundation.ca/programs/beaverbrook-vimy-prize/

Arnal Boys Memorial Bursary for Young Farmers Inc. Due Date: March 1 Amounts: varies x $5,000 Criteria:

d) Between the ages of 8 - 18 e) Provide a business plan with revenue and expense projections f) Priority to Chinook SD students that have an interest in agriculture

Details – Join the Arnal Brothers Memorial on Facebook or coreyhenderson08@hotmail.com

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 -

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/scholarships-bursaries-

grants/scholarships/prince-of-wales-duchess-of-cornwall

Essay - win trip to Europe

Agriculture, Business Plan

Leadership, Financial

Need, Achievement

Updated May 5, 2020

Community Involvement,

Leadership, Bravery

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 - https://www.aynrand.org/students/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 - http://agriculture.gov.sk.ca/GYI-2015-Application

Great Plains College Early Entrance Scholarships Due Date: June 30 Amounts: varies x $1,000

Criteria: a) Must apply by June 30th of grade 11 year b) 70% average is required classes to qualify for grade 11 scholarships c) If applicable student must pay the application fee d) Final grade 11 transcript must arrive at GPC admissions by September 15th

Details - https://www.greatplainscollege.ca/admissions-scholarships/scholarships/grade-11-early-entrance-award

Vimy Pilgrimage Award Due Date: November 30 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 - http://www.canadashistory.ca/Awards/Other-Awards/Vimy-Pilgrimage

Essay

Essay, Trip to Global

Youth Institute

Achievement, Enroll

in Great Plains College

Updated May 5, 2020

Early Childhood Education -SW Association for Early Childhood Educators Due Date: Amount: 2 X $500 Criteria:

- High school student enrolled in programs and/or classes in the field of ECE - Grade 11 or 12 students taking the ECE dual credit classes or planning to going into the field of ECE - a bursary application - Copy of most recent transcript - An essay sharing why they became interested in ECE - A letter of reference

Scholarship Details: For more information contact Barb Frose at barb@nwelc.ca

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