October 31, 2026

Scholarship for Current and Former Youth in Care

Direct application

Up to $1,000

Eligibility

Demographics
Foster care
School
University of Ottawa
Financial
Financial need

About this scholarship

Undergraduate University of Ottawa students who are current or former youth in extended society care under the Ontario Children's Aid Society or an equivalent agency elsewhere in Canada, have received provincial or territorial government financial assistance, demonstrate financial need, and are in good academic standing may apply. Renewable through annual reapplication.

The scholarship is up to $1,000.

Apply via uoZone with the Financial Questionnaire and a CAS (or equivalent) letter by October 31.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Financial Questionnaire
  • CAS or equivalent agency letter
  • Must be in good academic standing.
  • Renewal requires annual reapplication.