Education Scholarships in Canada

Open to students entering Saint Mary's University in a three-year Bachelor of Arts program who intend to enroll in the Bachelor of Education (Elementary) program to become a teacher in a Catholic school, with a five-year full-time commitment. One scholarship of $8,000 is available. First preference goes to graduates of Athol Murray College of Notre Dame in Saskatchewan who meet academic entrance requirements and have shown volunteer and extracurricular involvement there. If none apply, the award opens to students from Catholic high schools in Saskatchewan, then to Catholic high schools in Alberta or other jurisdictions. After the first year, holders must register in 30 or more credit hours in the award year, volunteer with children or youth, and maintain a superior grade average. Candidates must submit an essay explaining why they wish to become a teacher in a Catholic school.

For First Nations, Métis, or Inuit students entering a part-time or full-time Master of Education or Master of Counselling program at the University of Lethbridge. Two awards of up to $1,500 are available: one based on academic achievement, and one based on academic achievement and financial need. Apply online through the University of Lethbridge awards, scholarships and bursary application portal.

Alberta high school graduates entering full-time study in a Faculty of Education at an Alberta public post-secondary institution may receive this $1,500 scholarship if neither parent holds a university degree. Apply to Alberta Student Aid between August 1 and October 31; selection uses final Grade 12 marks in English and two qualifying subjects. The scholarship honors Anna and John Kolesar, lifelong advocates of higher education in the Millet area, established by their son Dr. Henry Kolesar upon his retirement.

For continuing University of Calgary Faculty of Arts undergraduates (entering second, third, or fourth year) enrolled in an approved University of Calgary study-abroad program of at least six weeks at an accredited German-speaking university during the upcoming year. Applicants need a minimum GPA of 2.60. Open to any citizenship. Two awards of up to $1,200 are offered annually. This is an undergraduate nominated award for continuing students. The Association for German Education in Calgary supports German language programs and cultural activities in Calgary and funds this award to help students improve their German abroad.

Bachelor of Education (English program) students at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Education who demonstrate interest in a Catholic-school teaching career and financial need may apply. One bursary of $1,000 is available. Apply through Online Scholarships and Bursaries in uoZone with the Financial Questionnaire and a reference letter by November 3.

Full-time English B.Ed. students at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Education who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected/refugee status holders, Ontario residents with financial need, and actively involved with children of an immigrant community. OTSS award of minimum $1,000. Apply through Online Scholarships and Bursaries in uoZone with the Financial Questionnaire, a statement on immigrant-community involvement, and visible-minority self-identification. The fund commemorates Yang Han and supports students whose education would otherwise be compromised.

York University Concurrent teacher education candidates co-registered in the Faculty of Education who demonstrate financial need may apply. One bursary of $653 is awarded. Apply through the Faculty of Education Office of Student Programs (or the Glendon Education Office) before November 1.

St. Francis Xavier University full-time Education students in good academic standing with demonstrated financial need may apply. One bursary of up to $500 is available. Preference goes to relatives of Colleen M. Kennedy, then to students from the Antigonish area. Apply through StFX financial aid.

Queen's University Faculty of Education students with demonstrated financial need may apply for the Arthur Mandell Education Bursary. The bursary amount varies. Submit to the Office of the University Registrar, Financial Aid and Awards by October 31. Established in 2001 by friends and the Education class of 1999 in memory of Arthur Mandell (B.A. 1965, LL.B. 1978), a professor in the Faculty of Education from 1970 to 1998.

Douglas College students enrolled in the Sport Science Diploma or Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching degree programs who are considered top students by faculty in that department are eligible for this coaching award. Up to five awards are granted, with amounts varying. Applications are accepted on February 1, June 1, and October 1 each year. Faculty within the department nominate eligible recipients based on academic standing in the program.