Scholarship Information Booklet – General information, links, terminology, etc.

Vanier Scholarship Tracker Tool – excel spreadsheet

Character … Service … Leadership

Grade 12 students who are planning on entering university in 2020 can now apply for the Loran Award at the link below.

• Please note that our application deadline is October 15, 2020 (YOU MUST SEE MS. LAPOINTE AND HAVE EVERYTHING COMPLETED BUT NOT SUBMITTED BY OCTOBER 1 FOR VCI SPONSOR SPOTS) for all sponsored applications.
• For all direct pool applicant the deadline is October 22, 2020.
• Not all universities are connected to this scholarship.

For more information on criteria, FAQ, information on partnering schools and how to apply please go to:  http://www.loranscholar.ca/becoming-a-scholar/

Sample Application Form 2020 – you must apply online

Website:  http://www.loranscholar.ca

Amazing Opportunities
Website:  https://www.saskmasons.ca/gls/index.php/youth-programs/scholarships-bursaries 

The Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan, as well as many Lodges, sponsor a number of awards, scholarships, and bursaries. Information, including closing dates for applications, along with downloadable application forms are listed below.

Please note that there are Entrance Scholarships/Bursaries and Post-Secondary Scholarships/Bursaries available. Some scholarships/bursaries require a personal connection to Freemasonry or to the Eastern Star. Many scholarships/bursaries are open to Saskatchewan students without a Masonic connection.

You are encouraged to apply for all scholarships/bursaries for which you are qualified. If you apply for more than one scholarship/bursary you are not required to send additional copies of the same required documents. You will not be considered for any scholarship/bursary for which you have not completed the required application form.

GRAND LODGE AWARDS – Closing date for applications is August 11, 2020

EDGAR ALEXANDER GARTON SCHOLARSHIPS – 3 x $1,500 (Application)
Offered annually to undergraduate students who have completed one or more years of University, Sask. Polytechnic, or other post-secondary education. Applicants must be children or grandchildren of a Master Mason in good standing, a resident of Saskatchewan and attending a post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan. Selection will be based on academic achievements, sportsmanship and leadership. Must be registered for a full academic load for a full academic year as required by the institution chosen.

ROBINSON MEMORIAL BURSARY– 2 x $500 (Application)
Offered annually for one undergraduate from the University of Saskatchewan and one undergraduate from the University of Regina pursuing a course leading to an honours degree or a Master’s degree in English. Selection will be based upon academic achievement and leadership.

GRAND LODGE OF SASK. A.F. & A.M. POST SECONDARY EDUCATION BURSARY 2 x $500 (Application)
Offered annually to an undergraduate student at the University of Regina or the University of Saskatchewan who is a resident of Saskatchewan. Selection will be based upon academic achievement, sportsmanship and leadership.

MASONIC YOUTH TRUST AWARD 6 x $1,500 (Application)
Offered annually to Saskatchewan High School graduates who proceed to an institution of higher learning (Technical, Vocational or University) anywhere in Canada. Selection is based upon academic achievement, leadership skills, community and school activities and special awards.

GILBERT AND GAY COOK MEMORIAL AWARD 1 x $1,000 (Application)
Offered annually to Saskatchewan high school graduates with preference to graduates who currently are or were members of the International Order of Job’s Daughters or the Order of DeMolay and who will be entering the University of Regina or the University of Saskatchewan. Selection will be based upon academic achievement and a range of non-academic activities.

MASONIC YOUTH BURSARY 10 x $1,200 (Application)
Offered annually to Saskatchewan High School graduates who proceed to an institution of higher learning (Technical, Vocational or University) anywhere in Canada. Selection is based upon academic achievement, leadership skills, financial need, community and school activities and special awards.

OTHER MASONIC AWARDS

ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR EXCELSIOR CHAPTER NO. 21 AWARD 1 x $1,500 (Application)
This award is offered annually to a Saskatchewan resident who is or will be attending a University or Technical Institute in Saskatchewan. Selection is based upon academic achievement and extra-curricular activities. Candidates must be closely related to a current member of a Saskatchewan Eastern Star Chapter (dues paying or life). Valid relationships include spouse, child, grandchild, sibling, niece or nephew (all biological, adopted or step), or be a member themselves. If there is no OES connection then a Masonic relationship is required. Preference will be given to graduates who are closely related to a current member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Applicants must be registered for a full academic load for a full academic year.

MORE INFORMATION
Many Lodges sponsor a number of awards, scholarships, and bursaries, for information and details on ALL awards offered by the Grand Lodge and constituent Lodges click below:

2020 Application Booklet

Please read and comply with all the requirements stated on the application forms.

You may apply for a scholarship, a bursary, or both.
To be eligible, you must be:

• A resident of SK;
• A child, grandchild or great-grandchild of a current or former-serving member of the Canadian Armed or Allied Forces or RCMP; and
• Entering your first year of post-secondary education at a:
  • university;
  • ]technical or trade school (minimum two-year course); or
  • business college (a complete business course).

Scholarships and bursaries are awarded based on Grade 12 academic performance using the Transcript of Secondary Level Achievement (Gr. 12 departmental marks). In addition, bursaries are awarded based on financial needs.

Deadline:   August 24, 2020

Provincial Royal Canadian Legion Scholarship FORMS – CLICK HERE

2019 – 2020
Two scholarships worth $1000 each

Criteria:

• Academic standing (top 10% of class)
• Involvement
• Leadership
• Volunteer work in school and community
• Work Experience

Instructions:

• Complete the application form below. Read the instructions! Pay attention to details. If you need more space, type in a document and attach to the application form, stating see attached documents in sections that you typed in a word processor.
• 500 word essay
• Two References
• Transcript
• Proof of acceptance to post-secondary
• Deadline: June 30
  • (note: scholarships may be deferred for a year if the student is a year long Rotary Exchange student or is deferring post-secondary attendance to work due to financial need.)

Application Form:

• Transcript Format
• Application Form
• Most up-to-date Version of Application

Website: https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/future-launch-scholarship.html?utm_source=flpromotile&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=acct_flscholarship2020

Information: 

• For students studying in a health-related field (Medicine, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Massage Therapy, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Social Work).
• Each application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine their eligibility.
• Applicants are required to provide an essay presenting what their study plans are and providing their grade transcripts.
• First year, second year and everyone one in between are welcome to apply.

Value: Multiple awards at varying amounts ($2000 – $20,000)

Deadline:  June 1 – 30

Site: http://www.mff.ca/prairie_healthcare_scholarship.html