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