University of Regina/University of Saskatchewan
Regina

October 14, 2016
9:00 – 3:30 pm

Information and Registration

​SAT/ACT:  Students who are interested in attending post-secondary in the USA, should start considering taking the SAT​ or ACT.  If you are in grade 12 you will want to register sooner than later.

Dates for the SAT:  October 1, November 5, December 3, January 21, May 6, June 3.  Please remember there are deadlines to register.

Dates for the ACT: October 22, December 22, February 11, April 8, June 10

For more information:  collegeboard.org.

Launched in 2012 this $100 million program funds 50 undergraduate scholarships each year, across top Canadian universities.  Our most promising students can pursue their dreams and become the next global pioneers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics  They are innovators.  The are Schulich leaders!

In order to become a Schulich Leaderand receive the scholarship, a student must first be selected by their high school or Cégep as a Schulich Leader Nominee. High schools (outside of Quebec)* may select one Nominee each, while Cégeps may select two.

Nominees must possess at least two of three criteria:

1. Academic excellence
2. Outstanding community, business or entrepreneurial leadership
3. Financial need**

To qualify, Nominees must:

• Graduate high school or Cégep in the 2016/2017 academic year
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• Enroll at one of our partner universities

Vanier Process:

• December 1, 2016 – Vanier can only nominate one individual for this award.
• Submit a resume and a one page essay on why you would be a Schulich nominee.

Website: http://www.schulichleaders.com/

University of British Columbia (lots) – Deadline:  See below
Major Entrance Scholarships – need to apply for admission and file out your personal profile to be eligible (December – check the date)
Competitive Entrance Scholarships – Mid February (?)

Mount Royal University (lots) – open November 1 –  March 1
Mount Royal offers hundreds of awards to new and continuing students. Prior to applying for awards, you may wish to review the award eligibility and criteria to see what you might qualify for.

Entrance awards are for those students who have will be attending the University of Regina for the first time.

The University of Regina is pleased to offer a number of scholarships and awards to help you pay for school.  There are two types of programs available:

Automatic Entrance Scholarships

Eligibility for these scholarships is based on your admission average – no application is required.

Application Required Entrance Scholarships and Awards

Here are some tips to help you get a head start:

• Review the award descriptions here
• Review the application requirements. This will help you prepare your application and determine your eligibility
• Preparing your personal statement (only one is submitted for all  awards you are applying for)
• Prepare a list of Extra-Curricular activities and Community Involvement
• Obtain additional materials required (i.e., letters of reference, writing samples, etc.)

Need help?  Attend one of our workshops or contact us.

If you would like more information on the U of R, please visit the Future Students site.

Open to all entering students

• Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships
  Valued up to $40,000
  Apply for admission by December 1 and apply for scholarships by December 15
• Competitive Entrance Awards
  Valued from $500 to $32,000
  Apply for admission by February 15 and apply for awards by March 1
• Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships
  Valued up to $3,000
  Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships are awarded automatically based on your admission average!

Money Matters and Scholarships Website

TD Canada Trust Scholarships for Community Leadership:

For over two decades, young people across Canada have consistently gone above and beyond to make their community — and our world — a better place. That definitely deserves recognition.

What are the TD Scholarships?

Twenty TD Scholarships for Community Leadership are awarded to students in their last year of high school or CEGEP (in Quebec) who have demonstrated leadership in improving their community. Each scholarship has a value of up to $70,000 and includes:

• Up to $10,000 for tuition per year (for up to a maximum of four years)
• $7,500 a year for living expenses (for up to a maximum of four years)

Helping you build connections

But that’s not all. These scholarships also help you make connections that could last a lifetime, including:

• Offers of paid summer employment
• Mentorship opportunities
• Annual gatherings, networking opportunities and more

Two easy ways to apply

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership are open to students across Canada who are in their final year of high school or CEGEP (in Quebec); have a minimum overall grade average of 75% in their most recently completed school year and have demonstrated community leadership.

Read the terms and conditions›

1. Apply online› and mail all of your supporting documents

OR

1. Download your application here. Print and mail your completed application with your supporting documents.

Include all of your supporting documents and ensure that your application is received by November 18, 2016. All applications and correspondence should be registered to:

Universities Canada
Ref: TD Scholarships for Community Leadership
350 Albert Street, Suite 1710
Ottawa, ON K1R 1B1

Here’s more about the application process:

You can apply directly online using our digital application form, or print your application and mail it to us by the application deadline. As well, we require:

1. A 600-word essay describing your community leadership experience. Tell us:

• Why you got involved.
• How your involvement shows initiative and innovation.
• The ways your efforts have strengthened others.
• How long you have been involved.
• What you think the long-term impact will be.
• How your community has affected you.
• In addition, include a brief description of the range of your other community activities.

2. A letter of recommendation from your school.

3. Two letters of support from community groups.

4. Your academic transcript.

5. You also have the option of including:

• A 250-word essay (three copies) describing your family and personal life, for example your family’s employment or economic situation.
• A 250-word essay about your life experiences if you have taken a year or more away from high school or CEGEP.

Information/Website

Deadline:  November 18, 2016 (must be received before)

Information/Poster/Email

Timeline:  September 12, 2016 – March 13, 2017

CHARACTER
SERVICE
LEADERSHIP

Loran’s Scholars Foundation offer the country’s largest and most comprehensive four-year undergraduate award (valued at $100 000), providing young leaders of character with opportunities to develop their talents and work towards a better world.

Eligibility Criteria for High School Students

Awards:

Renewable for up to four years, with a total value of $100,000, each Loran Award includes:

• An annual stipend of $10,000
• A matching tuition waiver from one of 25 partner universities
• Personal mentorship from a Canadian leader
• Access to our network and up to $10,000 in funding for summer internships in three different sectors
• An orientation expedition through Algonquin Park
• Annual retreats and scholar gatherings

We also grant approximately 90 finalist and provincial awards to promising candidates who are not selected as Loran Scholars. Read more about our different awards.

Website

Deadline:  October 19, 2016 (sponsored pool) and October 26 (direct pool)