BC Grad Planner and Dogwood Planner 2016/2017
English and French versions of the 2016/2017 Grad Planner are now available on the Ministry Graduation Program website at
http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/DownloadAsset?assetId=93705AB338C64DA498B49F68B9124C24
Connecting Learners to Financial Support
Below are links to information and application procedures for scholarships and bursaries supporting Aboriginal First Nations, Métis and Inuit learners.
Please Note: First Nations, Métis and Inuit students are not limited to scholarships designated "Native" or "Aboriginal". Aboriginal students who meet the selection criteria are eligible for all scholarships and bursaries offered. Students are encouraged to apply for any scholarship or bursary they qualify for. Some years financial awards are "not given" because no one applied.
Need help finding information or making an application?
Contact Melissa Bell at 604 828 9427 or Kerry Mahlman at 604 885 8345
Please Note: First Nations, Métis and Inuit students are not limited to scholarships designated "Native" or "Aboriginal". Aboriginal students who meet the selection criteria are eligible for all scholarships and bursaries offered. Students are encouraged to apply for any scholarship or bursary they qualify for. Some years financial awards are "not given" because no one applied.
Need help finding information or making an application?
Contact Melissa Bell at 604 828 9427 or Kerry Mahlman at 604 885 8345
Local Scholarships and Bursaries
SD 46 Scholarship Information
Local Scholarships and Bursaries- Donor Selects
These Awards Have Unique Selection Criteria or Application Forms.
These awards are also offered by local organizations and businesses and come in a variety of sums. To apply for these awards, students need to follow specific application criteria for that award . Students should browse the list of awards below to download the specific criteria and /or application form for these awards.
Download the list of awards with unique criteria...
How to Write a Cover Letter
These awards often require applicants to submit a cover letter introducing themselves and explaining reasons for consideration.
Click here to download a cover letter sample...
Applying for District Scholarships
These awards are given out by the school district and are in $1000 allotments. To apply for these awards, students must complete the district scholarship application form. The form is downloadable below
To win a district scholarship, a student must:
- meet the basic eligibility requirements
- meet the criteria determined by the local District Scholarship Committee, which requires a student to demonstrate superior achievement in any of the following areas:
* Applied Skills (Business Ed, Technology Ed, Home Economics)
* Physical Activity (not limited to Physical Education)
* Second Languages (including Aboriginal Languages)
Download the District No. 46 Scholarship Application Form...
For Chatelech Secondary School Students
Local Scholarships and Bursaries - School Selects These Awards Use the Same Application Form
These awards are offered by local organizations and businesses and come in a variety of sums. To apply for these awards, students need only fill out a single common application form. Students should look over the list of organzations on the form and check with their parents to see if they have any direct affiliations to this list.
Fill out the the common application form and see the list of awards here...
Chatelech has six $1, 000 scholarships if you can ...
... demonstrate superior achievement in one of the following non-academic fields :
• Fine Arts (Visual Arts, Dance, Drama, Music);
• Applied Skills (Business Ed, Technology, Culinary Arts);
• Physical Activity (not limited to Physical Education);
• Second Languages (including Aboriginal Languages).
The intent of these 6, $1, 000 scholarships is to provide recognition and support for students progressing to non-academic post-secondary programs. See the school counsellor as soon as possible if you believe you fit the criteria for these scholarships! The deadline to apply is April 30th.
Aboriginal Learning Links provides web access to information and application procedures to many BC and National scholarship and bursary opportunities for students leaving secondary school and for students already pursuing post-secondary education.
Click here to go to Aboriginal Learning Links
Click here to go to Aboriginal Learning Links
First Citizens Fund Student Bursary Program
The First Citizens Fund Student Bursary Program provides funding to students of Aboriginal ancestry to help support their post secondary education. It's funded by the Province of British Columbia and delivered by the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres.
Click here to find out more information
2015 Horatio Alger Jim Pattison BC Scholarships
September 12, 2014
The Horatio Alger Association of Canada is now accepting applications for the Jim Pattison British Columbia Scholarship program, which will award $5000 scholarships to 20 grade 12 students. Applications must be submitted by December 1, 2014. Scholarships are awarded to assist students who have: a commitment to pursue a post-secondary degree; demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; strength of character; financial need and a good academic record. Eligible students must be enrolled full time as a grade 12 student in the 2014-15 school year. For additional information about the program click or visit http://bit.ly/18Vszjz
September 12, 2014
The Horatio Alger Association of Canada is now accepting applications for the Jim Pattison British Columbia Scholarship program, which will award $5000 scholarships to 20 grade 12 students. Applications must be submitted by December 1, 2014. Scholarships are awarded to assist students who have: a commitment to pursue a post-secondary degree; demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; strength of character; financial need and a good academic record. Eligible students must be enrolled full time as a grade 12 student in the 2014-15 school year. For additional information about the program click or visit http://bit.ly/18Vszjz
Provincial Scholarships and Bursaries
Click on The BC Aboriginal Student Award. The BC Aboriginal Student Award was established in 2008 as part of the Provincial Government's strategy to improve Aboriginal access and achievement. Its purpose is to support Aboriginal people in getting post-secondary education by reducing financial barriers. The Irving K. Barber BC Scholarship Society administers the program in partnership with the Victoria Foundation. Awards of $1,000 - $3,500 are available for Aboriginal people pursuing post-secondary education that is at least nine weeks long.
Click on New Relationship Trust: Aboriginal Scholarship Program
• 100 post secondary scholarships available @ $5,000/year
Click on Aboriginal Multi-Media Society Aboriginal Scholarship/Bursary Guide. The Aboriginal Multi-Media Society provides a listing of scholarships, bursaries and awards in BC.
Other Information:
Click on the title
Aboriginal Scholarships
Source: BC Hydro
Aboriginal Student Financial Assistance and Awards
Source: University of British Columbia
Awards for Aboriginal Students (PDF)
Source: BCIT Financial Aid and Awards
Fellowships, Bursaries and Scholarships – Institute for Aboriginal Health
Source: University of British Columbia
First Citizens Fund Student Bursary Application
Source: BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres
First Nations Post–Secondary Scholarships and Bursaries
Source: Langara College
Northern Futures Scholarships Program
Source: NorthwesTel
Okanagan College Aboriginal Student Awards
Source: Okanagan College
Scholarships and Bursaries – Aboriginal Students
Source: University of British Columbia
British Columbia Institution Awards:
BCIT Financial Awards
UBC Financial Awards
SFU Financial Awards
UVIC Financial Awards
UNBC Financial Awards
Kwantlen Polytechnic Financial Awards
Okanagan University College
Vancouver Island University
Click on New Relationship Trust: Aboriginal Scholarship Program
• 100 post secondary scholarships available @ $5,000/year
- 10 Masters degree scholarships available @ 10,000/year
- 6 Doctorate degree scholarships available @ $25,000/year
Click on Aboriginal Multi-Media Society Aboriginal Scholarship/Bursary Guide. The Aboriginal Multi-Media Society provides a listing of scholarships, bursaries and awards in BC.
Other Information:
Click on the title
Aboriginal Scholarships
Source: BC Hydro
Aboriginal Student Financial Assistance and Awards
Source: University of British Columbia
Awards for Aboriginal Students (PDF)
Source: BCIT Financial Aid and Awards
Fellowships, Bursaries and Scholarships – Institute for Aboriginal Health
Source: University of British Columbia
First Citizens Fund Student Bursary Application
Source: BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres
First Nations Post–Secondary Scholarships and Bursaries
Source: Langara College
Northern Futures Scholarships Program
Source: NorthwesTel
Okanagan College Aboriginal Student Awards
Source: Okanagan College
Scholarships and Bursaries – Aboriginal Students
Source: University of British Columbia
British Columbia Institution Awards:
BCIT Financial Awards
UBC Financial Awards
SFU Financial Awards
UVIC Financial Awards
UNBC Financial Awards
Kwantlen Polytechnic Financial Awards
Okanagan University College
Vancouver Island University
National Scholarships and Bursaries
Click on Scholarship Canada. Canada's Scholarship Website for all students. Sign up to search through an extensive database to find scholarships, bursaries and grants. You'll also find information about student loans, applications and budget planning.
Click on Aboriginal Bursaries. The Aboriginal Canada Portal and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada are proud to announce the creation of a valuable tool to facilitate the pursuit of post-secondary studies for Aboriginal Students. Links to more than 600 bursaries and scholarships across Canada can be found on the Aboriginal Bursaries website.
Click on Aboriginal Multi-Media Society Aboriginal Scholarship/Bursary Guide. The Aboriginal Multi-Media Society provides a listing of scholarships, bursaries and awards.
Click on Aboriginal Bursaries. The Aboriginal Canada Portal and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada are proud to announce the creation of a valuable tool to facilitate the pursuit of post-secondary studies for Aboriginal Students. Links to more than 600 bursaries and scholarships across Canada can be found on the Aboriginal Bursaries website.
Click on Aboriginal Multi-Media Society Aboriginal Scholarship/Bursary Guide. The Aboriginal Multi-Media Society provides a listing of scholarships, bursaries and awards.