April:
The West Shore RCMP Community Policing Advisory Committee Scholarships
1) The “Helping Profession” Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to a student who is entering into an accredited post-secondary institution and studying in a field of, but not limited to: policing; nursing, social work; justice studies, firefighting, or counselling.
2) The “Full Potential” Scholarship - $1,000 will be awarded to a student in recognition of their ability to overcome adversity and who plans to pursue a post-secondary education in an accredited institute. For more information: CPAC Scholarships Opportunities
Deadline: April 1, 2019 To apply - Click Here
Colwood Volunteer Firefighters Association Scholarship
This scholarship is open to any grade 12 student graduating from a secondary school, or person under the age of 21, who has resided within the City of Colwood for at least five years at the time of graduation. The candidate must have performed Volunteer service within the past five years at date of application. Preference may be given to immediate family of a Colwood Volunteer Firefighters Association member.
Deadline: April 1, 2019 To apply - Click Here
Ian Ford Trust Fund Bursary
This bursary to available to any graduating Vancouver Island student who intends to enter post- secondary studies in any course of study, at any recognized post-secondary institution, immediately following high school graduation. Preference may be given to students demonstrating need, as well as reasonable scholastic achievement and community involvement.
Deadline: April 1, 2019 To apply - Click Here
Girl Guides of Canada
Scholarships are open to members who are pursuing post-secondary education at a recognized college, university or trades program. Scholarships are available for both full-time and part-time studies.
Deadline: April 1, 2019 To apply - Click Here
BC Technology Scholarship
The BC Tech Scholarship recognizes students pursuing post-secondary education in all technology-related fields like IT, Engineering, Marketing, Digital Media, Product Management, Business Development, Sales and more.
Deadline: April 14, 2019 To apply - Click Here
SD 62 (Sooke School District) Awards:
The following five awards are open only to students who attend Belmont, Royal Bay, EMCS or Westshore high schools. Applications are due by 12:00 noon on Monday, April 15 to the Belmont Counselling Suite. You are advised to submit applications BEFORE this date and you definitely must request transcripts and references well before-hand. We suggest you request transcripts at least 24 hours in advance (April 10) and give teachers 10 days to two weeks (April 3) to prepare reference letters or forms.
Coast Capital Savings - Standing Tall Awards
Two $3,500 awards have been designated for the Sooke School District to give to SD 62 students. They are awarded to graduating students who have faced adversity and have not only risen up against the odds, but are demonstrating a commitment to continue their education. This award is open to students who have faced challenges like poverty, health challenges (physical or mental), family issues, personal loss, and lack of supports (for example, youth who are not living with their families).
Note: This is a two part application: one for SD 62 and one for Coast Capital. Submit both together,
Deadline: 12:00 noon, April 15, 2019 in the Belmont Counselling Suite
To apply - District Application Click Here and Coast Capital Application Click Here
District Awards (BC Ministry of Education Provincial Scholarship)***Last year 47 Belmont students won one of these.
The District Awards recognize graduating B.C. students for excellence in their chosen area of interest. Winners will receive a $1,250 scholarship voucher to use towards their post-secondary tuition. Students have up to five years to use this voucher. The district will be able to award over 100 of these scholarships to district students. There are seven categories to choose from: Fine Arts, Applied Skills, Physical Activity, International Languages, Community Service, Indigenous Language & Culture, and Technical and Trades Training. (Note: You may apply in more than one category. A separate application must be submitted for each category to which you are applying.)
Deadline: 12:00 noon, Monday, April 15, 2019 in the Belmont Counselling Suite
- LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED: Start your application before spring break.
- Aim to apply by THURSDAY APRIL 11: Friday, April 12 is a Pro D Day.
- Asking for a transcript or references or to get your counsellor's signature the morning of April 15 will be TOO LATE.
- Note this is 8 pages long: the first five pages are the guidelines.
- The application form itself is two pages (p. 6 and 7).
- You will need to print two copies of the last page (p. 8 the Confidential Reference Form) for your two referees to complete and return to you in SEALED envelopes.)
Monk Office Supply Scholarship
This award recognizes a student who displays good citizenship and social responsibility at school and in the community and who plans to enter the field of environmental studies. The value of the award varies from year to year.
Deadline: 12:00 noon, April 15, 2019 in the Belmont Counselling Suite To apply - Click Here
Reid Kyfiuk Memorial Scholarships
These $1,000 scholarships are offered to honour the memory of Saanich student Reid Kyfiuk. To meet the requirements, the successful student will have maintained a 'B' average or better, participated in, or tried out/auditioned for curricular classes or clubs or school teams, and/or community activities, and be an active member of a faith group.
Deadline: 12:00 noon, April 15, 2019 in the Belmont Counselling Suite To apply - Click Here
Ron Warder Memorial Scholarship
The spirit of this $750 award is not necessarily to recognize outstanding academic excellence, but rather to champion a student who embodies the qualities that Ron Warder embodied: leadership, community action, creativity, respect, perseverance, relationship-building, and a passion for supporting the school community and community at large. Requirements: “C+” average or better; participated in student government, clubs, school teams, and/or community activities; and displayed dedication and leadership in their service of school and/or community; and can demonstrate a positive impact on school and/or community through service.
Deadline: 12:00 noon, April 15, 2019 in the Belmont Counselling Suite To apply - Click Here
Personal Guardian and Trustee Educational Assistance Fund
These bursaries are awarded annually in consultation with the Ministry of Children and Family Development to high school graduates who are 19 years old or over and pursuing a post-secondary academic, technical or vocational program. They are only available to former permanent wards of the Ministry of Social Services and those formerly in continuing custody of the Ministry of Children and Family Development of the Province.
Deadline: April 15, 2019 To apply - Click Here
4-H British Columbia Provincial Scholarships
Provincial and National 4-H Scholarships ranging in value from $500 to $10,000 will be available to 4-H BC members pursuing a post-secondary education in the coming year.
Deadlines: April 15, 2019 To apply - Click Here
Victoria Diocesan Catholic Women's League Bursary
This $500 or $750 scholarship is awarded to children or grandchildren of members of the Catholic Church in the Victoria Diocese. Applicants should be members of the Catholic Church as well and be able to have their parish priest sign the form.
Deadline: April 15, 2019 To apply - Click Here
CPAC (West Shore RCMP Community Policing Advisory Committee) Constable Sarah Beckett Scholarship [see also June 30 for a second Sarah Beckett scholarship]
This $1000 scholarship is provided to a student entering into (or planning to enter within one year) an accredited post-secondary institution in a program focused on law enforcement. Evidence of community service or leadership would be an asset.
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To apply - Click Here
C.U.P.E. Local 459 BURSARY
At least two bursaries (of a minimum of $500.00 each) are offered annually to Sooke School District graduates who are children of C.U.P.E. employees and are planning to attend a post-secondary institution or a career training/apprenticeship program.
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To apply - Click Here
Sooke District Elementary and Middle School PAC Bursaries
(Note: All applications are due April 26 at the schools. Do not submit applications to Belmont)
Colwood Elementary Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Crystal View Elementary Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
David Cameron Elementary Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Dunsmuir Middle School Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Ecole John Stubbs Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Hans Helgeson Elementary School Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Happy Valley Elementary School Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here and Click Here
Lakewood Elementary Bursaries
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the Lakewood application form - Click Here
To access the *Robin Reston Sports form - Click Here
**All SD 62 students are eligible to apply for the Lakewood PAC Robin Reston Sports Bursary. Preference will be shown to former Lakewood students.
Millstream Elementary Bursaries: Two awards
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Ruth King Elementary Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Sangster Elementary Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Savory Elementary Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Spencer Middle School Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Willway Elementary Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Wishart Elementary Bursary
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
Belmont Scholarship Society Scholarships:
See May tab for dozens of scholarships due May 1.
Jim Hebden Chemistry Bursary
This $1000 bursary is usually awarded to someone who can demonstrate a formidable financial need. This effectively eliminates students with very high GPAs as they will almost certainly receive scholarships.
Deadline: April 26, 2019 To access the application form - Click Here
The Educational Facility Managers Association of British Columbia Bursaries
Four bursaries (valued at $1000 each) are offered to secondary students completing their grade 12 year who will enter a recognized post-secondary educational institution in the 2017/2018 term, based on academic achievement and/or special needs. Preference will be given to students entering the fields of engineering, architecture, or building technology. Should there not be suitable applications received in these fields, students in other courses of study will be considered, however, all applicants MUST be dependents of school district employees in the school plant area (i.e. Maintenance or Custodial).
Deadline: April 27, 2019 For more information - Click Here
BCGEU (BC Government and Service Employees' Union) Scholarships
These scholarships are open to Grade 12 students who are related to a current, retired, or deceased BCGEU member (parents, grandparents, common law, foster parents) and are planning to attend a post-secondary institution in September. Full time students can receive $2,000 while part-time students may receive $1,000.
Deadline: April 28, 2019 To apply – Click Here
Juan de Fuca Soccer Association Dick Darley Scholarship
To be eligible for consideration of this $500 scholarship, the candidate must:
a) Be a grade 12 student
b) Have played a minimum of three years in the Juan de Fuca Soccer Association
c) Be dedicated and have contributed to the Juan de Fuca Soccer Association
Deadline: April 30, 2019 To apply – Click Here
Union Club Community Service Scholarship
This $5000 scholarship is awarded to a local graduating student entering full-time studies at UVic in the fall, who has maintained at least a B-average and participated in volunteer activities and/or exceptional community service with a Greater Victoria non-profit organization.
Deadline: April 30, 2019 For application information – Click Here
British Columbia Arts Council Scholarships
This scholarship provides funding of up to $6,000 per year to outstanding BC arts students attending full-time studies in a fine-arts diploma or degree program at a recognized college, university, institution or academy, in any country. Recognized disciplines of study include: arts administration, community-based arts practice, museology, conservation, dance, media arts, theatre, music, curatorial practice, and visual art.
Deadline: April 30, 2019 To apply – Click Here
Premier’s International Scholarship Program
The Premier’s International Scholarships of $6,000 to $10,000 are awarded on a competitive basis to students from all regions of the province participating in an international experience of at least three months in length. Successful applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic performance and exemplary community service.
Deadline: April 30, 2019 To apply - Click Here
Vancouver Island University (VIU) Entrance Scholarships, President's and Chancellor's Entrance Scholarships
These scholarships and awards are available to graduating Grade 12 students beginning studies at VIU within the coming year. Endorsement forms for the VIU President's and VIU Chancellor's Entrance scholarships must be completed and submitted by school Principals. Schools may submit one nomination for the President's and one nomination for the Chancellor's scholarships if there are qualifying students for each.
Deadline: April 30, 2019 To Apply - Click Here
BC Housing – Education Awards Program
The Education Awards Program, through five different bursaries ranging from $500-$1000, helps individuals living in subsidized housing pursue their educational goals and make positive changes for themselves and their families.
Deadline: April 30, 2019 To apply - Click Here
Peninsula CO-OP Scholarships
14 scholarships, totaling $15,000, are offered in the areas of athletics, community service, academic excellence, overcoming adversity, etc. Students apply directly through the University of Victoria or Camosun College websites.
UVIC Students = Apply between February 15th - May 1, 2019 To apply - Click Here
