March Break is coming!!! Colleges and Universities have Open Houses over the March Break. It is the perfect time to check out schools. Check the individual websites for more information.
Ryerson University is holding Discover Ryerson days March 8 and March 15. Students will have an opportunity to tour the campus and residences, speak to program reps and attend a program-specific session.
New scholarship January 26: W. Garfield Weston Awards for students entering college. Students must have been active in their community or school. The deadline is March 28, 2012. For more information, go to www.garfieldwestonawards.ca
20011-2012 AES Scholarship applications are now available. Students are required to answer one of the essay questions they will find on the website at
Forum for Young Canadians is a program for students aged 15-19. Students go to Ottawa for a week of academic adventure, immersing them in the world of national politics and public affairs. If you are interested in this program, see Mrs. Nash in Guidance or check out www.forum.ca for more information.
New Scholarship Information January 17:
Nipissing University-Nipissing University has a number of scholarships available to students. They have a $6000.00 Schulich Scholarships awarded to 100 applicants entering any Bachelor of Science degree or Bachelor of Arts (Math or Computer Science) with a focus on Education or BA Math or Computer Science with Concurrent Education or Orientation to Teaching. For more information on these scholarships, see Mrs. Nash in Guidance.
Mcmaster University Engineering-Hatch Scholarship-The criteria for this scholarship will include admission average of at least 94%, leadership experience, extra-curricular and community involvement. Application forms are available at www.eng.mcmaster.ca/future
Investing in the Future Scholarship Program is for students whose lives have been touched by schizophrenia and psychosis. There are 3 categories-one for individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia or other psychotic illness, one for individuals with a parent living with schizophrenia and one for individuals who have demonstrated leadership in raising awareness about schizophrenia or psychotic illnesses or advocating for relevant mental health research or volunteering at or organizing fundraising initiatives. For more information, see Mrs. Nash in Guidance or go to www.schizophrenia.on.ca
The Miller Thomson Foundation-2012 National Scholarship Programme application forms are now available. The deadline for receipt of applications is March 1st, 2012. To access the On-Line Application Form, go to www.millerthomson.com then lionk to Miller Thomson Foundation.
Top 20 Under 20 recognizes and awards youth under the age of 20 who have demonstrated significant levels of innovation. leadership and achievement in all disciplines and fields. It could be through business, philanthropy, charitable works, government or entrepreneurship. For more information about this award, go to www.Top20Under20.ca
Are you an aboriginal student in Grade 11 or 12 who is interested in financial management? If so, there is an award program you might be interested in. Students have the opportunity to travel to Saskatoon to attend a National Conference and particiapate in a special Youth Program. If you are interested in finding out more, see Mrs. Nash in Guidance.
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