March

CBC Nonfiction Prize

Deadline: March 1, 2024

Award Amount: Grand Prize: $6,000. 4 Finalists receive $1,000 each

• The winning story will be published in Air Canada’s enRoute Magazine and on the Canada Writes website
  • The winning author will be interviewed on CBC Radio and be awarded a two-week residency at an Artist’s Colony
• 4 Runners-Up will receive $1,000

Who can apply?

• Open to all Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents

What will I have to do?

• Submit an original and unpublished short story up to 2000 words
• A fee of $25 is required

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://cbcliteraryprizes.submittable.com/submit

RE/MAX 2023 Quest for Excellence 

Deadline: March 13, 2024

Award Amount: 40 scholarships each worth $1,000 

Who can apply?  

• Grade 12 students graduating in June 2023; open to students across Canada, except for Quebec
• Students who demonstrate leadership, motivation, communication skills and commitment to their community 

What will I have to do?

• Submit an essay (max. 1250 words) on one of three questions:
  • What does a 'bright future' look like for you?
  • How have you demonstrated leadership or charity within your community to make it a better place?
  • How can we ensure fair and affordable housing for all Canadians?

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://blog.remax.ca/quest-for-excellence/

Horatio Alger National Entrepreneurial and Canadian Scholarships

Deadline: March 15, 2024

Award Amount: Up to $10,000

Who can apply?

• A current grade 11 high school student progressing normally towards graduation or a current CEGEP student who plans to pursue a university education
• Student must be a Canadian citizen and have a minimum average of 70%

What will I have to do?

• Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
• Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
• Exhibit strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in Canada
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Complete the online application form

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://horatioalger.ca/en/frequently-asked-questions/

Retail Council of Canada Scholarship

Deadline: March 29, 2024

Award Amounts: One award worth $3,000, one award worth $2,000, sixteen awards worth $1,000

Who can apply?

• Currently working part-time or full-time within the retail industry
• Enrolled in or applying to a full or part-time retail, business, or marketing related program at a Canadian university or college next fall

What will I have to do?

• Submit the following:
  • Completed application and release form
  • Official transcript from the last two semesters of study
  • A reference letter (maximum 200 words) from a current employer that includes the following:
    • Applicant's demonstrated and continued commitment to the retail industry
    • Ways in which the applicant has distinguished him/herself from other employees
    • Reasons indicating why the applicant is deserving of this scholarship
    • Current employer/supervisor contact information
  • A typed essay (500-700 words) that answers the questions provided. (Visit the website for this year's essay topic)
  • Proof of enrollment in a Canadian post-secondary institution, such as: Letter of acceptance or conditional letter of acceptance, Proof of tuition payment, & Letter from Office of Registrar

How do I apply? 

For more information visit: http://www.retailcouncil.org/education/retail-as-a-career-scholarship-program

Nellie McClung Trailblazer Scholarship

Deadline: March 31, 2024

Award Amount: Five awards each worth $1,000

Who can apply?

• Female identifying students in grade 12 who have demonstrated an aptitude in an area of study that could lead to further education and/or careers in STEM, business, fine arts or underrepresented trades

What will I have to do?

• List any high school courses you have taken or are currently taking related to careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), business, fine arts or underrepresented trades
• A transcript of your most recent high school marks and proof of current enrolment in Grade 12 [photocopies are acceptable]
• A brief typewritten essay (maximum 1,500 words) to tell us about yourself. Include your short and long-term career goals; what makes you passionate about a future career in STEM, business, fine arts or underrepresented trades; your leadership in the school setting; your commitment to your community; a description of any barriers you may have had to overcome in order to succeed; and why you deserve this award.
• Up to two letters of support by people who can speak to your interest and aptitude in a future career in STEM, business, fine arts or underrepresented trades, your leadership in the school setting and/or your commitment to your community (teachers, counsellors, supervisors, community leaders, mentors, etc.)

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://www.nelliemcclungfoundation.com/trailblazer-scholarship

Darryl Dacombe Memorial Scholarship & Ron Dixson Memorial Technical Scholarship

Deadline: March 31, 2024

Award Amount: Up to $1,000 for the Darryl Dacombe Memorial Scholarship & $500 for the Ron Dixson Memorial Technical Scholarship

Who can apply?

• Manitoba residents aged 18 – 25
• Applicants must have diagnosed epilepsy or seizure disorder
• Must be a member in good standing of the Epilepsy and Seizure Association of Manitoba at the time of scholarship application. Membership is $10.00 and applications are available through the office
• Award holders must be prepared to enter or be currently enrolled in a post-secondary training institution in the academic year of application
• Evaluations will be based on a combination of the applicant's essay, grades, extracurricular activities, and financial need

What will I have to do?

• Submit the following:
  • Completed application form (available online)
  • An essay (1000 – 1500 words) on how epilepsy has affected your life
  • An official transcript
  • Two letters of reference

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://www.manitobaepilepsy.org/scholarships 

George Finkle Memorial Awards

Deadline: March 31, 2024

Award Amount: $1,000-$3,000

Who can apply?

• Must be Jewish
• Must be applying for, have been accepted into, or be continuing studies at university, college or another post-secondary program
• Must demonstrate to the satisfaction of the selection committee that they are in need of financial assistance in order to pursue the program
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 or ‘C’ average
• Must be currently employed (part-time) and planning summer employment
• Must demonstrate that there is extreme financial need; must submit copies of their parent’s tax returns with the application

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://www.jewishfoundation.org/scholarships/types-of-scholarships/george-finkle-memorial-scholastic-awards 

JFM General Education Awards

Deadline: March 31, 2024

Award Amount: $1,000-$3,000

Who can apply?

• Must be Jewish;
• Must be applying for, have been accepted into, or be continuing studies at university, college or other post-secondary program
• Must demonstrate to the satisfaction of the selection committee that they are in need of financial assistance in order to pursue the program
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 or ‘C’ average

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://www.jewishfoundation.org/scholarships/types-of-scholarships/jfm-general-education-awards 

Mark Dickof Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: March 31, 2024

Award Amount: 2 awards each worth $250

• One $250 award to a student or team of students in Urban Winnipeg
• One $250 to a student or team of students from rural/northern Manitoba

Who can apply?

• Open to any student or team of students (14-18) who can demonstrate positive leadership in addressing mental health and wellbeing among their peers through action, raising awareness, and or achieving greater sensitivity to and/or de-stigmatization of mental health and wellbeing

What will I have to do?

• Complete an essay of no longer than 500 words. The essay should outline how the applicant or applicants have engaged in actions, raised awareness, or fostered greater sensitivity and/or de-stigmatization in relation to mental health and wellbeing. This leadership can be directed either to their school community, their local community or their provincial community
• Include a brief letter of reference from a member of the community who can attest to the leadership and advocacy that has been demonstrated by the student or team of students in relation to mental health and wellness
• Send a completed application form by email to Andrea Kehler, Executive Assistant at: akehler@mbschoolboards.ca

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://www.mbschoolboards.ca/about/awards/

John Evans Engineering Entrance Award

Deadline: On Hold

Award Amount: TBD

Who can apply?

• To be considered for the John Evans Entrance Award, applicants must:
  • Be a Canadian citizen or a Landed Immigrant with a Permanent Residence Card
  • Self-identify as female
  • Be a recent graduate or about to graduate from a Canadian high school and have applied to an accredited engineering program at a Canadian university
    • The selected applicant must show proof that they are enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited program before they are entitled to receive the first award allotment

What will I have to do? 

• Complete the Application, which includes:
  • The Application Form and Checklist
  • Applicant Declaration
  • Proof of Citizenship
  • Promoting Engineering: Write an informational letter addressed to the CEMF Judging Committee. Tell the judges about yourself, state why you think you would be a good ambassador for promoting engineering as a career for women and how you think your volunteer activities make you a strong role model for young women
  • Extracurricular and Community Activities: summarize your involvement as a volunteer in the community, extracurricular and other activities. Include your role, duration of the activity, frequency and any awards or recognition received. Applicants must be prepared to provide proof of any listed activity or awards if asked by the judges
  • Reference: Provide a reference from someone who can speak directly to your involvement in community and/or extracurricular
  • Letter of Support: Ask your high school official to write a letter of support confirming that you have recently graduated or are about to graduate from a Canadian high school
  • Voice Sound Clip: In a short voice recording (two minutes maximum), explain your passion for engineering
  • Presentation: Why I Chose to Become an Engineer- Your presentation should not exceed 15 minutes and it must be directed to a junior-high or high school level audience. Ensure it is engaging, exciting and inspiring since this is meant to make members of your audience want to enroll in engineering

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://www.cemf.ca/en/john-evans-engineering-entrance-award 

Sons of Norway Foundation in Canada: Post-Secondary and Trade Bursaries

Deadline: Various Deadlines

Award Amount: $400-$800

Who Should Apply?

• Canadian students pursuing first undergraduate degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution
• Selection committee will consider financial need, community involvement, connection to the Norwegian community, interest in Norwegian culture, and affiliation with Sons of Norway
  • *Note: Candidates who can show proof that 20% of their post-secondary course load relates to Norwegian Language, History, or Culture are also eligible for the Sons of Norway Bjarne and Karel Thorshaug Bursary for Norwegian Studies (see website for details)

What will I have to do?

• Completed application form (available online)
• Resume
• Transcript
• Copy of letter of acceptance to post-secondary institution
• Photograph (apprenticeship bursary only)

How do I apply?

For more information visit: https://www.sonfic.ca/index.php/funding