Ontario Scholarships

Western University full-time third-year undergraduate in Honours Specialization in English Language and Literature, English Literature and Creative Writing, or a Double Major including English Language and Literature in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, with a minimum 80% average. Preference for a demonstrated interest in journalism. One award of $3,700. Renewable in fourth year if the student remains in an eligible English program, maintains at least a 70% average, and a full-time course load. Only one student may hold the award at a time. Submit a letter of application to the Chair of Undergraduate Studies, Department of English and Writing Studies, by September 30. Established by Mark McQueen (BA'88) to honour his father, Dr. Roderick Moir McQueen (BA'67).

Second-year full-time undergraduate students at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Science who are Ontario residents (per OSAP rules), demonstrate financial need, and have a minimum CGPA of 7.0. The award is $3,500. Apply through Online Scholarships and Bursaries in uoZone with the Financial Questionnaire. Deadline October 31. An OSOTF fund for Faculty of Science students whose education would otherwise be compromised.

Full-time Engineering students at Western University in year two or higher with a minimum 80% average who demonstrate an academic interest in environmental topics or water issues may apply. One scholarship of $2,500 is granted. Submit a statement of interest by September 30. Established by Trojan Technologies.

For undergraduates in Level 2 or above of an Honours Arts & Science program at McMaster, to fund travel for study, work, research, volunteering, experiential learning, or relief efforts. Typically one award of $2,500. Apply through AwardSpring. Established in 1989 by the Graduating Class of 1937 for their 50th anniversary and augmented by friends of the Arts and Science Program.

University of Toronto administrative staff pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree who demonstrate financial need may receive the Beata Fitzpatrick Award. Recipients must be eligible for the U of T staff tuition waiver. The award is approximately $1,500. Eligible staff apply through University of Toronto financial aid and staff award processes while enrolled in a degree program.

Canadian citizens enrolled full time in an undergraduate Faculty of Health Sciences program at the University of Ottawa (Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, School of Nursing, or School of Rehabilitation Sciences) who take at least six course units in French per term and demonstrate financial need may apply. The scholarship is valued at $1,000. One award is available. Apply via uOZone by November 3 with the Financial Questionnaire and a non-official transcript.

Doctoral students in experimental or clinical psychology at the University of Ottawa who are registered in years 2 through 6 (Canadian citizens, permanent residents, persons with protected or refugee status, or international students), are in good academic standing, and have demonstrated excellence in research may apply. Preference goes to applicants with the greatest financial need. The award is $1,000. Apply through Online Scholarships and Bursaries in uoZone with the Financial Questionnaire, an OSB CV, and at least two reference letters (one from your supervisor) by March 31. The scholarship memorializes Pierre Baron.

Students enrolled in the School of Biological Sciences and Applied Chemistry who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons and Ontario residents with demonstrated financial need may apply. Recipients should show above-average dedication to their education. One award of $700 is available. Applications are due October 31.

Full-time second-, third-, or fourth-year students in a regular or co-op actuarial science program with good academic standing may apply for the Franklin B. Dana Memorial Bursary. Bursaries range from $500 to $1,200. Submit a bursary application form by the end of the first month of registration for each term. Eligible students must have lived in Ontario for 12 months before starting post-secondary study.

British Columbia students at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) who have served the chiropractic profession and CMCC while maintaining good academic standing may be considered. The award value varies with endowment interest. Submit official transcripts and a completed BC award application to CMCC Student Services.