Scholarships and Awards
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SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
District Scholarship Information 2026 - Printable Version
Full Application Package includes:
- District Application Form
- Application letter Sample
- Resume
- Transcript
- Reference letter
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District/Authority (7 awards of $1250 each for ILC)
Criteria:
- Student must have Canadian Citizenship or permanent resident status and fulfill graduation requirements by August 31, 2026
- Graduating student who has excelled in one of: indigenous languages & culture, fine arts, applied skills, physical activity, international languages, community service, or trades
- Proceeding to a post-secondary career oriented program
- Student has 5 years to redeem the $1250 voucher
- Student pays tuition, and receives reimbursement at later date**
- Application deadline: May 15th
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District Education (1 award of $500)
Criteria:
- Outstanding full-time student who plans to enter the teaching profession
- Selection based on academic achievement and extra-curricular and/or community activities
- Include a statement of future plans and goals
- Application deadline: May 15th
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Saanich Fruit Growers Scholarship (1 award of $500)
Criteria:
- To support an outstanding student who intends to pursue work or further education in agriculture, horticulture or land use
- Application deadline: May 15th
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Canadian Federation of University Women (2 award of $1500)
Criteria:
- Graduating student from a public secondary school in SD63
- Pursuing post-secondary education
- Proof of acceptance to post secondary institution and indication of intention to begin studies in her graduation year
- A covering letter explaining her ambitions for post secondary education and how this award will be valuable
- Open to all women including those who identify as part of the women's community
- CFUW will request to publish recipient names and grad photos in local newspaper(s) and in their newsletter
- Application deadline: May 15th
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Saanich Teacher's Association Scholarship (STA) (1 award of $1000
Criteria:
- Graduating student who:
- has expressed interest in furthering their education
- has demonstrated leadership, within the school or community, in the area of interest they are planning to pursue after graduation; and
- has written a 250 word essay that explains their area of leadership and their educational goals.
- Payment will be made to the recipient upon proof of paid tuition within three (3) years of receiving the scholarship
- Application deadline: May 15th.
- Graduating student who:
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ILC Scholarship (1 award of $1000 for ILC)
Criteria:
- Graduating student from ILC
- Has demonstrated noteworthy perseverance in achieving her/his/their academic goals
- Is pursuing post-secondary education beginning in their graduation year
- Has been accepted to a post-secondary institution
- Submits an application letter explaining their ambitions for post-secondary education and how this award will be valuable
- Application Deadline: May 15th
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High Street Ventures Foundation Scholarship (1 award of $800 for ILC)
Criteria:
- Graduating student from ILC
- To support a student pursuing education in the field of Construction Trades (carpentry, electrical, or plumbing)
- Student must have been accepted into a Foundation/Level 1 Program in their chosen field
- Submit District Scholarship application, Transcript, and Cover letter detailing future plans and goals in Trades I Jobs and programs.
- Application Deadline: May 15th
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Lobstick Foundation Trades Bursary (2 awards of $1000 for District)
- 1 award in the Trades, and 1 award in the field of Health Care/Nursing
- To support a graduating female student pursuing post-secondary education in Health Care/Nursing or the Trades.
- Acknowledges a student who has faced financial hardship
- Proof of acceptance or registration in a post secondary program in Trades or Health Care I Nursing.
- Application Deadline: May 15th.
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Lockwood Family Foundation Scholarship (1 award of $1000 for District)
- To support a graduating student in SD63 pursuing further education/training in Trades/ Construction
- Acknowledge a student who has faced financial hardship and demonstrated commitment to continue their education
- Include details of trades/apprenticeship training or related studies (completed or in progress)
- Proof of acceptance to a post-secondary or Trades program.
- Selection will be made by the Lockwood Family and the SD63 Scholarship Committee
- Application Deadline: May 15th
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Joy Paquin Memorial Scholarship (2 award of $1000 for District)
- Awarded to an outstanding graduating student entering full time post-secondary education whose goal is to become a K-12 teacher
- Letter of acceptance from post-secondary institution for entry in graduation year
- Include a separate statement, in paragraphs, of future plans and goals
- Donor to select recipient in consultation with SD63 Scholarship committee
- Application Deadline: May 15th
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Dianne Cross (1 award of $750 for District)
- Awarded to a graduating student to further enhance study in the Arts in any of: painting, sculpture, fibre, dance, drama, music, or voice.
- To be used for artistic development, such as tuition, lesson fees, instrument purchase or rental
- This award is non-academic and is awarded based on need and merit more than academic achievement
- Include a letter of recommendation from current or previous instructor (inside or outside of school) stating the area of interest and level of ability
- Application must be signed by a school counsellor
- Selection will be made by Dianne Cross and the SD63 Scholarship Committee
- Application Deadline: May 15th
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Forrest Owens Memorial Scholarship (1 award of $1400 for SD63)
- Awarded to a graduating student pursuing further education or training in firefighting, fire safety, medical/first responder, emergency management or public service (consideration may also be given for pursuit of a career in construction)
- Student must reside in the municipality of Central Saanich, Tsartlip First Nation or Tsawout First Nation
- Good academic record, attendance and citizenship
- Involvement in community activities, volunteer or service oriented work, sports achievement, etc.
- Keen interest or specific skill in the area of endeavor
- Application to include cover letter detailing future plans and how the award is valuable to you
- Proof of acceptance in a post secondary program in one of the specialty areas listed above.
- Donor to select recipient in consultation with the District Scholarship Committee
- Application Deadline: May 15th
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Marilyn Pinder (2 awards of $500 for SD63)
- To support an outstanding student entering full-time post-secondary education who has overcome challenges and intends to continue learning a second language.
- Must meet graduation requirements in the current year and be accepted at a post-secondary institution
- Has demonstrated perseverance and has overcome challenges
- Has pursued second language acquisition
- Selection will be made by SD63 Scholarship Committee in consultation with the Pinder family
- Application Deadline: May 15th
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Mosaic Forest Management Scholarship (1 award of $500 for SD63)
- To support a graduating Indigenous student pursuing studies at a post-secondary program in the field of Forestry. Consideration for Fisheries or other natural resource management fields. Must demonstrate strong leadership skills.
- Commitment to a post-secondary institution - ideally with a letter of acceptance
- District to select recipient
- Application Deadline: May 15th
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Jan Heinrichs Memorial Scholarship (1 award of $500+ for SD63)
- Heinrichs and Evans families along with District Committee to select recipient
- Graduating student who has participated in a school-based music or drama program
- Intention to pursue post-secondary education
- Student has demonstrated passion, integrity, and leadership through encouragement of others
- Cover letter to include:
- details of interests and achievements in the Arts;
- how their personal journey has been influenced by participating in a school-based music or drama program; and
- statement of goals and plans to include the Arts in their future.
- A letter of recommendation from a Performing Arts teacher
- Application Deadline: May 15 th
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Nils Jensen Memorial Bursary (1 award of $2500 for SD63)
- District Scholarship Committee to select recipient
- To support a graduating grade 12 student who is pursuing post-secondary education. Recipient to be selected on the basis of financial need, and interest in environmental protection or water security.
- (School admin select two candidates to put forward to the District)
- Application Deadline: May 6th
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Ed Macgregor Memorial Bursary (1 award of $2500 for SD63)
- District Scholarship Committee to select recipient
- To support a graduating grade 12 student who is pursuing post secondary education.
- Recipient to be selected on the basis of financial need, scholastic achievement and community leadership.
- Application Deadline: May 6th
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Canadian Forces Family Scholarship (1 award of $1000 for SD63)
- District Scholarship Committee to select recipient
- To support graduating full-time students who are children or dependents of current or former members of the Canadian Armed Forces
- Recipient to be selected on the basis of Academic merit, good character and involvement or support in the school or community as recognized by teachers, staff, or community leaders.
- Preference given to a student pursuing post secondary education
- Include Proof of parent or guardian's service in the CAF in the application - eg. copy of Military Service ID Card, Veteran's Service Card or Certificate of Service
- Application Deadline: May 15th