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University of Regina Family Scholarship 2025
The University of Regina Family Scholarship was established at the University of Regina in 2009 to assist DEPENDENT of University of Regina employees who are pursuing studies at the undergraduate or post-graduate level. Eligible recipients must be a recognized DEPENDENT or spouse of an eligible CUPE Local 5791 EMPLOYEE, an Administrative Professional and Technical EMPLOYEE, an Academic Staff Member, or an Out-of-Scope EMPLOYEE.
About University of Regina Canada
The University of Regina is nationally and internationally recognized for academic and research excellence. Home to 10 faculties and 25 academic departments with programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, the University of Regina is quickly becoming the university-of-choice for students across Canada and beyond. This is due in part to our unique perks. When you choose to study at the University of Regina, you’re getting more than an excellent education, you’re also partnering with an institution that truly cares about your success.
Aim and Benefits of University of Regina Family Scholarship
Multiple awards of $1,000 (CUPE Local 5791, Administrative Professional and Technical, Academic Staff, and Out-of-Scope employees) will be presented each semester. Students are eligible for a maximum of $2,000 (CUPE Local 5791, Administrative Professional and Technical, Academic Staff, and Out-of-Scope employees) per year, per employee of which they are a DEPENDENT or spouse.
Requirements for University of Regina Family Scholarship Qualification
For admitted graduate students entering the first year of a degree program:
- pursuing a Master’s or Doctoral program at the University of Regina;
- registered and remains registered as a full time graduate student in the first year of graduate studies;
- minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 80%; and
- is a recognized DEPENDENT or spouse of an eligible CUPE Local 5791 employee, Administrative Professional and Technical employee, an Academic Staff member, or an Out-of-Scope employee. Employees must be eligible for the Family Scholarship benefit as outlined in the respective collective bargaining agreements.
For continuing graduate students:
- pursuing a Master’s or Doctoral program at the University of Regina;
- registered and remains registered as a full time graduate student in at least two consecutive semesters in the year pertaining to the award;
- minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 80%; and
- is a recognized DEPENDENT or spouse of an eligible CUPE Local 5791 employee, Administrative Professional and Technical employee, an Academic Staff member, or an Out-of-Scope employee. Employees must be eligible for the Family Scholarship benefit as outlined in the respective collective bargaining agreements.
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Published: 2025-01-15
Type: Postgraduate
Study in: Regina
Value: $1,000
Deadline: May 15, 2025
University of Waterloo Joyce Scholars Awards 2025
Three awards will be awarded annually to deserving undergraduate students entering Year One of any program, in any Faculty. To be considered, students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons in Canada, as well as residents of Ontario, and have graduated from high school within the last three years. Preference will be given to students from the Region of Waterloo.
About University of Waterloo
The University of Waterloo is a public research university with a main campus in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The main campus is on 404 hectares of land adjacent to “Uptown” Waterloo and Waterloo Park. The university also operates three satellite campuses and four affiliated university colleges
Aim and Benefits of University of Waterloo Joyce Scholars Awards
Three awards, valued at up to $20,000 each over eight academic terms, will be awarded annually to deserving undergraduate students entering Year One of any program, in any Faculty
Requirements for University of Waterloo Joyce Scholars Awards Qualification
- Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a protected person in Canada
- Must be a resident of Ontario
- Must have graduated from high school within the last three years
- Preference will be given to students from the Region of Waterloo
- Selection based on a combination of
- demonstrated financial need
- statement describing the impact this award will have on their ability to pursue their educational goals
- reference letter from an individual who is aware of the student’s personal circumstances and can speak to their resilience in the face of adversity and potential for success in their post-secondary studies
- Selected students must commit to working with a mentor throughout their undergraduate studies
Published: 2024-11-15
Type: Undergraduate
Study in: Waterloo
Value: $20,000
Deadline: April 15, 2025
Simon Fraser University President’s PhD Scholarship 2025
This award goes to PhD students who have made excellent progress in their degree, completing all university and program requirements. This award is held during or before the student’s 12th term. Not all programs use this award.
About Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University (SFU) is a public research university in British Columbia, Canada, with three campuses, all in Greater Vancouver: Burnaby (main campus), Surrey, and Vancouver. The 170-hectare (420-acre) main Burnaby campus on Burnaby Mountain, located 20 kilometres (12 mi) from downtown Vancouver, was established in 1965 and comprises more than 30,000 students and 160,000 alumni. The university was created in an effort to expand higher education across Canada. SFU is a member of multiple national and international higher education associations, including the Association of Commonwealth Universities, International Association of Universities, and Universities Canada.
Aim and Benefits of Simon Fraser University President’s PhD Scholarship
Students must be registered full time, regular (not ‘on leave’) to receive payment:
- valued at $7,000
- held in 1 term
Requirements for Simon Fraser University President’s PhD Scholarship Qualification
The candidate must:
- have completed fewer than 12 terms in a PhD program; students who did not complete a master’s program before transferring into a PhD are eligible to hold the award within the first 12 terms of their PhD, from the PhD start date;
- eligible students must have completed all program and university requirements for the degree (eg. courses, comprehensive or qualifying examinations), except the thesis and, in the case of students in the Clinical Psychology Program, the internship;
- be in satisfactory/good standing.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Simon Fraser University President’s PhD Scholarship
Academic units may add additional eligibility and evaluation criteria for their program, provided all additional criteria are approved by Graduate Studies and communicated/published to student s. Generally, awards are granted based on:
- the extent to which the student has made excellent progress
- demonstrated academic excellence
- scholarly output and leadership
Restrictions specific to this award:
- Students holding a national award from CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC or their equivalent (ie. SFU Entrance Scholarship or a major international award) are ineligible to hold the President’s PhD Scholarship at the same time.
- Given the intent of the award, recipients are expected, but not required, to limit the number of hours worked weekly
Funding limits and policies: award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding.
- This scholarship is included in SFU’s annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
- All awards are subject to SFU’s general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
Published: 2025-01-30
Type: PhD
Study in: Vancouver
Value: $7,000
Deadline: June 11, 2025
University of Lethbridge School of Graduate Studies Fellowship 2025
This application is to be completed by students entering full-time MA, MSc or PhD thesis-based graduate programs. All students newly admitted to their program in the calendar year in January, May and September are considered “entering”.
About University of Lethbridge
Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, the University of Lethbridge is one of Canada’s top-ranked universities and leading research institutions. We are one of Alberta’s four comprehensive academic and research universities. Our motto, Fiat Lux – let there be light – refers to the illumination that comes from research and learning.
Requirements for University of Lethbridge School of Graduate Studies Fellowship Qualification
- Academic achievement (minimum admission average of 3.3 GPA for Masters and 3.5 GPA for PhD
- Research record(CV)
- Potential for contribution in respective field of study
- Cannot be held concurrently with other major awards valued at or greater than $10,000
Published: 2025-01-13
Type: Fellowship
Study in: Lethbridge
Value: $15,000
Deadline: May 15, 2025
Toronto Metropolitan University Les McIlroy Memorial Award 2025
This award will recognize a student who demonstrates excellence in creating a persuasive product through their achievement in CMN 323, Introduction to Professional Practice. This student will show remarkable potential in a broad range of communications, especially evident in their creative thinking and compelling execution
About Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)
Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU or Toronto Met) is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The university’s core campus is situated within the Garden District, although it also operates facilities elsewhere in Toronto. The university operates seven academic divisions/faculties, the Faculty of Arts, the Faculty of Community Services, the Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science, the Faculty of Science, The Creative School, the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, and the Ted Rogers School of Management.
Requirements for Toronto Metropolitan University Les McIlroy Memorial Award Qualification
Applicants must meet all of the qualifications in at least one of the following groups
OR
- Applicant must have clear academic standing.
- Applicant must be enrolled in the School of Professional Communication.
- Applicant must be an undergraduate student.
- Applicant must be enrolled full-time.
- Applicant must be registered with Academic Accommodation Support.
- Applicant must have clear academic standing.
- Applicant must be enrolled in the School of Professional Communication.
- Applicant must be an undergraduate student.
- Applicant must be enrolled full-time in a reduced course load.
- Applicant must have an approved accommodation for a reduced course load.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Toronto Metropolitan University Les McIlroy Memorial Award
To be eligible for this award, a student must be enrolled full-time in the undergraduate program of the School of Professional Communication, must have a clear academic standing, and must have successfully completed CMN 323 with a grade of at least A-. Submit an electronic portfolio consisting of:
- A CV/ résumé demonstrating your commitment to community and volunteer work
- Supporting evidence for the CV/ résumé (maximum two), such as a letter from an employer, a letter of acknowledgement, etc.
- A 2000-2500-word letter to the committee that: a. Outlines why you are the most appropriate candidate for this award b. Articulates an understanding of professional communication and the role of ethics in an organization
Published: 2025-01-28
Type: Undergraduate
Study in: Toronto
Value: $1,000
Deadline: April 11, 2025
McMaster University Clara I. Elman Scholarship 2025
In our continued commitment to recognize outstanding high school students, Lakehead University is pleased to offer up to two Presidential Scholarships annually.
About Lakehead University
Dynamic, modern, and highly learner-centred, we acknowledge all of our students as valued leaders of tomorrow, whose education and success are most paramount to our institution. Both campuses in Thunder Bay and Orillia promise the total university experience: a blend of academic excellence and opportunity with a rich variety of social and recreational activities. We also promise excellence in research; Lakehead is the proud host to 11 Canada Research Chairs and revolutionary facilities such as our world-renowned Paleo-DNA Laboratory and our Biorefining Research Institute.
Requirements for Lakehead University Presidential Scholarship Qualification
- Awarded to up to 2 outstanding Canadian high school students who have demonstrated leadership qualities and have made significant contributions to their high school and community.
- A minimum 90% average in Grade 12 U or M level courses as of May 2025
- Must be direct from high school (no previous post secondary studies)
- Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Must plan to attend Lakehead University on a full-time basis in 2025/2026
Published: 2024-12-20
Type: Undergraduate
Study in: Hamilton
Value: $8,000
Deadline: April 29, 2025
