May Scholarship Deadlines:
Sooke Fire Fighters Scholarship
Students attending Belmont who live in the Sooke municipal boundaries are eligible to apply for the Sooke Fire Fighters Scholarship. Applicants must: live within the municipal boundaries of Sooke, be graduating in June of 2023, and be heading to full-time post-secondary in September 2023. Applications can be dropped off at the Sooke Fire Hall: Sooke Fire Fighters – IAFF 4841 ATTN: Scholarship Committee 2225 Otter Point Rd. Sooke, BC V9Z 1J2 or emailed to: secretary@iaff4841.org
Deadline: May 1st, 2023
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UVic Alpha Chi Theta Orchid Bursary
Female identifying students graduating from the Victoria area and attending the University of Victoria beginning September 2023 qualify for this bursary of $350. You must meet the four pillars requirement of the sorority: altruism, grace & integrity, fortitude, and perseverance. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our scholarship chair. Amélie Bonnamour Email: abonnamour844@gmail.com Phone Number: 780-837-6850Please send completed applications in PDF format by email to axoscholarship@gmail.com
Deadline: May 1st, 2023
To apply - Click Here
Save-On Foods Joint Diversity Scholarships
Up to ten $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to applicants who have promoted diversity awareness and acceptance in their in their community.
Deadline: May 1st, 2023
To apply - Click Here
BCSS Zone Scholarships
BCSS Zone Scholarships (18 Scholarships Available)
To qualify for the Zone Scholarship, the applicant must:
- must have competed in at least 1 BCSS approved sport during the 2021 year ( Spring 2021, Fall 2021 and or Winter 2022)
- be enrolled in and participated at a BCSS member school
- Be graduating this year and will be entering their first year of full-time studies at an "Accredited Post-Secondary Institution"
- Have demonstrated exceptional athletic achievement in a BCSS activity and, have an average minimum grade percentage of 75%
- Have demonstrated outstanding service and leadership in school and /or community
Deadline: May 1, 2023
To apply - click here
The Bert & Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship
This fund is provided by Bert & Greta Quartermaine, and is dedicated to assisting worthy BC School Sports student-athletes competing in badminton at the high school level in their desire to attend an accredited post-secondary school.
The Bert & Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship rewards excellence in both scholastic and athletic pursuits. The successful applicants will be student-athletes who have balanced their achievements as badminton athletes with significant success as leaders and contributors to their community.
6 $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to the most worthy candidates (a minimum of two males and two females)
To qualify for the Bert 7 Greta Quartermaine Scholarship , the applicant must:
- Have played badminton at a BC School Sports member school for a minimum of two years
- Be graduating this year and will be entering their first year of full-time studies at an "Accredited Post-Secondary institution"
- Demonstrate leadership and volunteer-ism within their school and or community
To Apply - Click Here
BCSS Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarship
Dave Gifford was a BCSS Director from 1988-90, and received the BCSS Honour Award in 1992. He was a teacher and Administrator in Vancouver, and died in 1992. In his honour, this scholarship is for one male and one female student who truly excels as a student-athlete.
Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarship ( two (2) x $1500) will be awarded to the top male and female student-athlete in the Province.
Deadline is May 1, 2023
To Apply - Click Here
BC Dairy Association Scholarship
BC Dairy Association, a proud sponsor of BC School Sports, is pleased to announce this year’s Scholarship Fund. BC Dairy Association is dedicated to assisting worthy student-athletes in their desire to attend an accredited University or College by sponsoring this year’s BC Dairy Association Scholarship.
The BC Dairy Association Scholarship rewards student-athletes who exemplify school spirit, practice a healthy lifestyle, and engage with their community.
To qualify for the BC Dairy Association Scholarship, the applicant must:
- Be enrolled at a BCSS member school
- Be graduating this year and will be entering their first year of full-time studies in an "Accredited Post-Secondary Institution"
- Have demonstrated school spirit, a healthy lifestyle, and community involvement
- In two of their high school years participated in a minimum of two BCSS recognized activities
- Must have a minimum grade percentage average of 75%
Seven (7) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to the most worthy candidates
*A minimum of three males and three females*
Deadline is May 1, 2023
To Apply - Click Here
Beacon Community Services Scholarship
This $1500 scholarship is open to graduating students who demonstrate exemplary volunteerism or community service. At least some of a candidate’s leadership or volunteer/community service must be identified as having been done within an area covered by Beacon’s geographic boundaries.
Deadline: May 1, yearly
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Sooke Principals' and Vice-Principals' Association (SPVPA) Bursary (Open to Children of SPVPA)
This bursary available to any high school graduate whose parent or grandparent is a current member of the SPVPA. Completed applications should be submitted to the reception desk at the School Board Office by 4:00 pm on May 2nd, 2023.
Deadline: May 2nd, 2023 4:00pm
To apply - Obtain Application from Parent/Guardian
Sooke Principals' and Vice-Principals' Association (SPVPA) LEGACY Scholarship (for all graduating students)
This $500 scholarship is open to all students of School District #62. One scholarship will be awarded to one student graduating from each of our district secondary schools. In addition, one $500 scholarship will be awarded to recognize the most eligible applicant of Aboriginal descent within the district. Completed applications should be submitted to the reception desk at the School Board Office by 4:00 pm on May 2, 2023 and labelled as follows: "Attention: SPVPA Scholarship Committee".
Deadline: May 2nd, 2023 by 4:00pm
To apply - Click Here
Junior Achievement BC Awards
Several scholarships are available to students who have taken business classes and/or participated in Junior Achievement activities:
Dr. Donald Rix Inspiring Business Excellence Scholarship ($2500)
Applicants must be either Indigenous, an immigrant OR rural. Participation in high school business courses is required.
Deadline: May 5th, 2023
To apply - Click Here
Jan Bell-Irving Award for Women’s Leadership ($2500)
Applicants must have participated in a Junior Achievement program through one of their classes.
Deadline: May 5th, 2023
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The Federation of Community Social Services of BC: The Youth Education Bursary
This bursary (Value: $2000) supports young people age 25 or younger who either are or have been in care and who want to pursue post-secondary education career in the area of Social Services. Students are welcome to apply over multiple years.
Deadline: May 5th, 2023
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Pacific Leadership Scholarship for Students of Public Servants
Every year there are 60 scholarships available for students who are children of public servants and under the age of 25. Qualified students with a parent who has been an employee of the BC Public Service for the last three years may apply.
Deadline - May 12th, 2023
For Information - Click Here
To Apply - Click Here
Clean Energy BC Student Scholarship
- Applicants must submit a 1-2 page paper (approximately 500 words) responding to the following question:
- “Why is clean energy important to me as a young person in BC?”
- Please cite any relevant experience with projects, volunteering, or community work, and indicate any future plans for involvement. Be sure to indicate the post-secondary institutions you have applied to, as well as any acceptances you have received!
- Applicants must additionally provide one letter of reference (must not be a relative). This could be from a teacher, a community representative, a religious/spiritual teacher, or a coach. The reference letter should speak to your character as a person.
- Please do not forget to provide your contact information – address, phone number, and e-mail.
To Apply - Click Here
Health Auxiliary Bursary
The BC Association for Healthcare Auxiliary for the Vancouver Island Area is offering bursaries to students going on to post secondary education in the healthcare field....broad scope healthcare.
Deadline: May 15th, 2023
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Sooke Fine Arts Show Scholarships
The Sooke Fine Arts Society offers up to two annual scholarships of $750 awarded to students graduating from EMCS, Royal Bay, WestShore, or Belmont, to provide financial support to students entering a post-secondary program which includes a visual arts component. All criteria needs to be read carefully to make sure all components are met.
Deadline: May 15th @ 5:00PM 2023
To Apply - click Here and Here
Judy Bourne Memorial Scholarship
12 scholarships are available for students of Indigenous ancestry living within specified regions. Applicants must have proof of enrollment in a full-time program at a post-secondary institution, be in good scholastic standing for their Grade 11 and 12 years, and demonstrate community involvement and leadership abilities. Applications can be emailed to chuber@makola.bc.ca
Deadline: May 18, 2023
For More Information - Click Here
Application Form - Click Here
The Medavie Health Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship of $5,000 will be awarded annually to a youth who has overcome adversity related to mental health and is pursuing health-related post-secondary studies.
Deadline: May 26th, 2023
To apply - Click Here
My Blueprint Scholarships
Students will have until May 28th at 11:59pm ET to complete the Entry Form. From that group of applicants myBlueprint will randomly select 25 students, then they will submit an application form. From there 5 scholarships of $1000 each will be given out.
Deadline: May 28th, yearly
For more information and to apply - Click Here
Lime Connect Pathways Scholarship
This scholarship is open to students who consider themselves to have a disability, visible or invisible.
Deadline: May 29th, Midnight - 2023
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Juan de Fuca Soccer Association Dick Darley and Eunice Johnson 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: May 31st, 2023
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The Union of National Employees
The Union of National Employees offers a yearly $1000 bursary to one BC high school student. Applicants must complete the application form and submit a 1200 to 1500-word essay detailing how the union movement has "helped to build the social values that Canadians hold dear".
Deadline: May 31st. yearly
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Rotary Club of Victoria Harbourside
For 2022, the following seven Scholarships are available:
- Three (3) Rotary Club of Harbourside Victoria Scholarships ($1,500 each)
- One (1) Scholarship giving preference to an Indigenous Student ($1,500)
- Three (3) Charter Member Scholarships ($2,000 each)
- One (1) scholarship awarded to a student who has a hearing or speech impairment or will be pursuing a career in speech pathology or audiology, in the name of Marke Hambley.
- One (1) scholarship awarded to a student who has been involved in the military community or who has a member of their family who has served or is serving in the military, in the name of Tom Martin.
- One (1) scholarship awarded to a student who has shown a deep involvement in athletics or will be pursuing a career related to athletics, in the name of Mike Creery.
(Note: Applications must be emailed to: scholarships@harboursiderotary.org .)
Deadline: May 31, Yearly
For Information - Click Here
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Bernice Harriet Osborne Memorial Basketball Scholarship
Applicants must have participated in the Victoria & District Amateur Basketball Association (preference given to those who have participated for a longer period of time), and set a good example in life, school, athletics for his/her community. Financial need will be considered.
Deadline: May 31st, 2023
To apply - Click Here
May Open Applications and Upcoming Deadlines:
Scouts Canada Scholarship Program
This $1000 scholarship provides financial support to members of Scouts Canada entering or continuing in full-time studies at Canadian universities or colleges. All recipients are motivated youth who, with the help of their Scouting experiences have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and a desire to create a better world.
Deadline: June 30th, 2023
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Janice Lee Blue Wave Bursary
This $750 bursary is open to students who live with (have lived with) depression in order to “invest in the resilience, wisdom and potential of young people and to reduce some of the barriers during the major transition from high school to higher education”.
Deadline: APPLICATIONS OPEN MAY 2023
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Lorne Fraser Educational Bursary
Several $700 bursaries are available to students for the tuition costs of a post-secondary education at an accredited BC institution.
Deadline: APPLICATIONS OPEN MAY 2023
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Mental Health Fine Arts Bursary (FAB) Award
Held at Vancouver Foundation, two $1000 bursaries are available for students at least 18 years of age currently enrolled in, or accepted to, a recognized post-secondary program in the field of fine arts.
Deadline: APPLICATIONS OPEN MAY 2023
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Peninsula CO-OP Scholarships
Fourteen 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.
Camosun Students = Application between May 1 - July 31, 2023 To apply - Click Here
Peninsula CO-OP Education Scholarship Deadline - August 31, 2023 To apply - Click Here
