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Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected/refugee status holders enrolled full-time at the University of Ottawa who are Ontario residents, demonstrate financial need, maintain good academic standing, have volunteer experience, and show leadership in community development (including Community Service Learning) may apply. The award is valued at up to $3,000.
Apply via uoZone by November 3 with the Financial Questionnaire and a two-page community involvement essay.
The Gilles G. Patry Student Engagement Scholarship for Ontario Student Residents (OTSS) helps students take part in community initiatives while staying in good academic standing.
The Gilles G. Patry Student Engagement Scholarship for Ontario Student Residents (OTSS) awards Up to $3,000.
November 3, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
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Key requirements include: Canada; Financial need; Ontario; Leadership. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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