Canfor Annual Graduate Scholarship - University of Northern British Columbia

Canfor Annual Graduate Scholarship

Canfor Corporation is a leading integrated forest products company with strong roots in Northern British Columbia. As the largest BC producer of softwood lumber anf through its 50% ownership of CPLP Income Fund one of the largest market pulp producers in Canada, Canfor is committed to fostering growth and strengthening the communities that we call "home". the Confor Annual Awards commemorate Canfor's support of the university of Northern British Columbia and its students. They are awarded to students in recognition of academic excellence. it is Canfor's hope that these students will put their talents to work in communities throughout northern British Columbia.

Donor: Canfor Corporation

Value: $4,500

Number: One

Eligibility: Candidates must meet UNBC admission, enrolment and full-time attendance requirements in a UNBC Graduate Program. Candidates may be enroled in any program, but will be researching a public policy issue of particular relevance to residents and communities of northern BC. Successful candidates will have produced a research proposal/statement of research topic consistent with the values of Canfor Corporation.

Criteria: Academic excellence. Awarding of this scholarship will be based on the format used by NSERC and SSHRC for which the candidate's academic achievement, research proposal/statement of research topic, and references are reviewed.

Application Instructions: Candidates must include information on their research proposal/statement with their application.

Note: Selection of the recipient will be made by a committee chaired by Associate Dean of Graduate Programs. Recipients of these awards are ineligible for receipt of the Canfor Legacy Endowed Scholarships and Bursaries and vice versa.

The BMO Financial Group Diversity Scholarships at Ryerson University

The BMO Financial Group’s philanthropic investments include a variety of educational initiatives. They are committed to providing programs needed to benefit the broader community. The BMO Financial Group Diversity Scholarships at Ryerson University will provide enhanced access to post-secondary education for traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, international students, students with disabilities and aboriginal students.

There will be a total of up to 15 scholarships offered to students officially enrolled in a four-year full-time undergraduate degree program.

Criteria
■ must be from traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, international students, students with disabilities and aboriginal students
■ officially enrolled in a four-year full-time undergraduate degree program
■ students entering 1st year with a minimum average of 80% in 6 U/M credits or equivalent will be considered for a $1000 scholarship – Deadline: October 1. Scholarships will be issued at the end of November.
■ students entering 1st year with a minimum average of 85% in 6 U/M credits or equivalent will be considered for a $2500 scholarship – Deadline: October 1. Scholarships will be issued at the end of November.
■ students currently enrolled in 1st, 2nd or 3rd year with a minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average will be considered for a $1000 scholarship – Deadline: March 1. All scholarships awarded will be deposited directly to students’ tuition fees, for the following academic year.
■ students currently enrolled in 1st, 2nd or 3rd year with a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average will be considered for a $2500 scholarship – Deadline: March 1. All scholarships awarded will be deposited directly to students’ tuition fees, for the following academic year.
■ demonstrated financial need reflected in the Budget Form submitted
■ submission of a personal letter (750 words or less) which describes both successes and challenges experienced while pursuing a postsecondary education and the importance of receiving this scholarship
Submit letter, completed budget form and signed FIPPA statement to:
Student Financial Assistance Office, Basement Podium Building, POD 59
Deadlines: For students entering first-year: October 1
For students currently in first, second and third year: March 1

Questions? Please email: awards@ryerson.ca

ESL Student Scholarship - Capilano University

The Francis and Anne Farnan Memorial Award is awarded every spring to English as a Second Language (ESL) students enrolled at Capilano University. The award was established by former Capilano University faculty member F. John Farnan and wife Vilailuxa to honour the memory of parents Francis and Anne Farnan who, with their children, immigrated to Canada from England in 1948. The Francis and Anne Farnan Memorial Award recognizes deserving domestic (Canadian citizen, landed immigrant, protected and refugee status) and International students who enrol in the ESL program at Capilano University. This award specifically recognizes students' career goals in the fields of education, medicine, internationalism, social science, animal welfare and the arts. As well as high academic achievement, the candidates' spirit of volunteerism within the community is also to be acknowledged among the criteria for award selection.

Fiona Candy Award - Simon Fraser University (SFU)

Fiona Candy Award
($2,000; CGPA 2.00)
Awarded annually to an international undergraduate student in any faculty in good academic standing who has overcome personal adversity and/or bureaucratic difficulties in the pursuit of their education. Application packages must include a letter from the candidate outlining their adverse circumstances. The award will be granted upon the completion of the last term at Simon Fraser University to obtain an undergraduate degree. Students graduating in Spring and Summer will be considered for this award.

Fellowships - Master of Science (Management) - University of Lethbridge

Fellowships - Master of Science (Management) - University of Lethbridge

Graduate Fellowships available for Canadian Residents (value of $9,600) and International students (value of $19,200)

A fall graduate fellowship is awarded to each MSc (Management) candidate who is registered in the orientation and integrative management studies modules. The fellowship is distributed to eligible candidates in equal monthly payments from September through December. The fellowship awards are C$3,200 for students with Canadian citizenship and C$6,400 for international students.

A spring graduate fellowship is awarded to each MSc (Management) candidate who is good academic standing at the end of the Integrative Management Studies Module and who is registered in the major Studies Module. The fellowship is distributed to eligible candidates in equal monthly payments from January through April. The fellowship awards are C$3,200 for students with Canadian citizenship and C$6,400 for international students.

A summer research fellowship of $3,200 ($6,400 for international students) is awarded to each M.Sc. (Management) candidate who is in good academic standing at the end of the Major Studies Module and who is registered in the Master's Project Module. The fellowship is distributed to eligible candidates in equal monthly payments from May through August. Eligible students normally cannot accept any other form of paid employment during the master's project module, running from 1 May to 31 August.

University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) - Global Leadership Award

University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) - Global Leadership Award

International applicants currently studying full-time at a high school outside of Canada are eligible to apply for this scholarship. This scholarship is one of he University of Ontario Institute of Technology's (UOIT) most prestigious entrance awards. The recipients of this award will be academically outstanding and have made notable contributions in extracurricular or community activities.

Value
Global Leadership Award: $45,920 ($11,480 per year over four years) One awarded annually.

Criteria
• Nominated by high school. Only one candidate per school will be considered for this award.
• An excellent academic record ("A" average or equivalent)
• Personal leadership activities: e.g. excellence in extracurricular activities beyond academic requirements
and/or significant contributions to community or family
• Undergraduates studying towards their first university degree
• High school applicants currently studying outside of Canada only
• Non-Canadian residents only

To qualify for renewal of these awards, students must maintain an average of 80% or 3.7 GPA on a full-time course load (as per UOIT's grading scale).

Details regarding the requirements for this award are available on the Global Leadership Award Application Form . The completed scholarship form must be submitted no later than February 26, 2010 to the:

UOIT Registrar's office
2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON Canada L1H 7K4

International Student Merit Scholarships - Ryerson University

International Student Merit Scholarships $5,000

Seven (7) Scholarships Available

Deadline to Apply: April 1, 2010

Who’s Eligible?
International applicants entering year one of a full-time, four-year undergraduate degree program
at Ryerson in Fall 2010. Applicants must meet the following criteria and will be considered on a
competitive basis:
A) Enrolling in a post-secondary institution for the first time and have completed an application to Ryerson, via the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) by April 1, 2010.
AND
B) Resident in Canada and currently enrolled (full-time) in Grade 12 in a Canadian secondary school with Study Permit authorization.
OR
C) Currently enrolled (full-time) in the final year of an out-of-country secondary school (or
equivalent) and entering Canada with Study Permit authorization. Applicants must achieve firstclass standing in the country-specific equivalent of the Ontario Grade 12U program.

Details:
- 7 International Student Merit Scholarships, valued at $5,000 each, will be awarded across all
programs on a grades-competitive basis starting at 85% or equivalent (final admission average).
- International students who have attended a post-secondary institution (university or college) are not eligible for International Student Merit Scholarships.
- International students must have a valid Canadian Study Permit by the time they register in courses at Ryerson and must maintain their International Student (Study Permit) status for the entirety of their first year of studies (fall and winter semesters) in order to receive and retain their scholarship.

A scholarship application is required. International Student Merit Scholarships will be awarded to the overall best-qualified applicants. Decisions of the selection committee are final.

See also: Terms and Conditions for All Entrance Scholarships.

Completed application forms should be mailed or faxed to:
International Student Merit Scholarship Committee
Undergraduate Admissions & Recruitment
Ryerson University
350 Victoria Street
Toronto, ON
Canada
M5B 2K3
Fax: 416-979-5221