Kinesiology and Recreation Scholarships in Canada

Canadian citizens enrolled full time at a Canadian college or university in second year or higher in outdoor recreation, environmental studies, or a related program may apply. One scholarship of $2,000 is available. Applicants need a B+ (75%) or higher average, a paddling background, and demonstrated financial need. Submit the online application with a cover letter, eligibility proof, transcript, course summary, career statement, personal philosophy, and paddling credentials between May 1 and September 30. The award honours Bill Mason, Canadian canoeist, environmentalist, filmmaker, and artist.

Continuing female York University student-athletes who are Honours Kinesiology and Health Science majors with a cumulative grade average of 6.00 (B) or better may apply. Candidates must have demonstrated excellence as a member of the women's field hockey team for at least one year. Recipients must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons; residents of Ontario; and demonstrate financial need. One $1,350 award is presented.

Self-declared Aboriginal University of Regina students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Kinesiology and Health Studies degree program may apply. You must demonstrate leadership in recreation, sport, physical activity, or related fields. One $1,200 award is granted. Preference goes to graduate students, then entering undergraduates, then continuing undergraduates. Apply with a leadership statement and current transcripts. Entering students qualify on admission average with at least nine fall credit hours; continuing students need a minimum 65% CGPA and at least 15 completed credit hours.

Students entering Year 1 Kinesiology at the University of Windsor may apply. Candidates should have a minimum average of 75% in the subjects required for admission. One entrance award of $1,000 is granted annually. Each candidate must submit a typewritten paper not exceeding 1,000 words on an aspect of kinesiology to the Faculty of Human Kinetics. Contact the Faculty of Human Kinetics for details and deadlines. Apply online through the UWinAward profile.

Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected or refugee status holders, or international students registered full-time or part-time in a School of Human Kinetics program at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Health Sciences who are in good academic standing and demonstrate financial need may apply. The award is valued at a minimum of $1,000. Apply through Online Scholarships and Bursaries in uoZone with the Financial Questionnaire by November 3. The School of Human Kinetics Scholarship supports Human Kinetics students who combine good academic standing with financial need.

Western University second-year honours Kinesiology students (entering third year) who demonstrate leadership through varsity or intramural athletics or student council and show genuine concern for others may receive this award. One merit award of $700. Apply by September 30.

Full-time students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Physical and Health Education or the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Kinesiology program in the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies may apply. Award amounts vary. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need, academic excellence, and community service. Apply through the university's entrance awards process by the posted deadline. Established in 2002 by Janet and Pat Galasso in honour of their parents.

Full-time Mount Royal University students who will be enrolled in the second, third, or fourth year of the Bachelor of Health and Physical Education - Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership major. Selection is based on demonstrated leadership in the program. Award amount varies. Apply through MRU's general awards application.