NATIONAL RESOURCES for Funding Your Education (66 websites)
(includes information for people in all regions of Canada)
"Make it Right" Bursaries - The Holmes Foundation
Bursaries awarded to residential construction students who have both a commitment to a career in residential construction or renovation, and a need for financial assistance to obtain training.
"Make it Right" Scholarships - The Holmes Foundation
These scholarships are awarded to residential construction program students, who are judged by The Holmes Foundation to have academic excellence along with a commitment to a career in residential construction or renovation.
Aboriginal Banking - Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
RBC offers a range of financial services for Aboriginal Canadians, businesses and organizations. A student awards program and summer employment initiative is also available.
Aboriginal Canada Portal
Your single window to Canadian Aboriginal information, organizations, programs and services related to business, learning, employment, and social services.
Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada (ANAC)
Through its activities, research and scholarships, this organization aims to increase the awareness of Aboriginal health, develop and encourage relevant training, and promote the recruitment of Aboriginal people into the health professions.
Aboriginal Scholarship / Bursary Guide - Aboriginal Multi-Media Society
A list of scholarships and bursaries currently available to Aboriginal students.
Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)
Find complete, up-to-date information on Canadian higher education, universities, publications, international activities, scholarships, advocacy and more.
Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada
This voice and resource for the automotive aftermarket industry Web site has information on scholarships, careers, news and events.
Bank of Montreal (BMO) Intuition Education Savings Plan
The cost of education is rising. This Web site offers a free Intuition planner, and its sole purpose is to ensure that when the time comes to send your kids to school, you'll be able to make it happen.
Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA)
This association addresses equity and opportunity for the Black Canadian community in business, employment, education and economic development. Find networking and training opportunities, entrepreneurial support, scholarships and awards.
Bursary Program - St. John Ambulance Canada
Bursaries are for students enrolled in nursing and for St. John Ambulance Youth members (under the age of 21) about to attend post-secondary education.
Campus Starter
For students seeking to further their education and career choices after high school. View virtual tours, search Canadian universities and colleges, compare undergraduate programs, admission requirements, scholarship details, academic life, and check out the latest campus news.
Canada Benefits - Government of Canada
Your Internet doorway to government-wide financial assistance and benefit programs for individuals; find in-person service locations and information on employment insurance, student loans, pensions, and more.
Canada Council for the Arts
This federal government funding agency supports the arts through grants and services. Funding is allocated to professional Canadian artists and organizations in dance, media arts, music, theatre, writing and publishing, visual arts, and interdisciplinary work.
Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation - Millennium Scholarships
Starting in the year 2000 and for 10 years thereafter, this foundation will be granting scholarships, worth an average of $3,000 each, to students who are in financial need and who demonstrate merit.
Canadian and International Scholarship Programs - Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
These programs will be of interest to Canadian students wishing to study abroad, foreign students wishing to study in Canada, and academic post-secondary institutions.
Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (CASLPA)
Learn about professional development opportunities, student scholarships, related publications, CASLPA certification, and association membership.
Canadian Bar Association (CBA)
Find continuing education opportunities, job listings, student awards and scholarships, industry publications and more for all members of the legal profession.
Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
CBIE's mission is to promote international understanding and development through the free flow of people and active exchange of ideas, information, and technologies across national borders. Read about their Youth Internship and Awards Program.
Canadian Council Of Professional Engineers (CCPE)
This site provides a listing of Canadian engineering organizations, provincial and territorial associations, accredited engineering programs, and available scholarships and awards.
Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT)
This federation represents the interests of Engineering and Applied Science Technologists and Technicians. Access occupational profiles, awards, scholarships and the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board.
Canadian Hospitality Foundation (CHF)
The CHF provides financial assistance (scholarships, bursaries) to college and university students in preparation for careers in the foodservice-hospitality industry.
Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation
There are a range of awards available to high school and CEGEP students from across Canada. Regional contacts are listed on this site.
Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB)
Learn about the many services and programs available, including a college and university preparation program, educational awards, and career and employment services. Volunteer opportunities are also available.
Canadian Printing Industries Association (CPIA)
CPIA represents employers in the printing and imaging industries throughout Canada. Find a sector profile, industry forecasts, and details about the CPIA scholarship trust fund.
Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women (CRIAW)
Committed to encouraging research about the reality of women's lives, this organization funds research projects.
CanLearn
Find the information and interactive planning tools you need to explore career possibilities, identify learning opportunities, and create the financial plans to achieve your goals.
Competitions and Presentations - Investor Education Fund
This teachers corner's page has information on educational competitions including the: Saving and Investment Challenge (grade 9/10 students); Financial Literacy Award (grade 11/12); and Financial Securities Portfolio Competition.
Dancer Transition Resource Centre (DTRC)
This Centre helps professional and emerging dancers make transitions into, within, and from professional performing careers. Find dance resources, career counseling services, retraining grants, seminars and awards.
FAAY - Foundation for the Advancement of Aboriginal Youth - Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB)
A scholarship and bursary program designed to encourage Aboriginal students to stay in school and to pursue advanced education. FAAY is for students enrolled in high school, university, college or technical institutes.
Finance - SchoolFinder
Search this collection of scholarships, bursaries, and information to learn about your financing options, and how to apply for scholarships and loans.
For Students and Fellows - Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
Scholarship and fellowship information for undergraduates, postgraduates and postdoctorals studying to become scientists and engineers in Canada.
Funding - The Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC)
Access information on the Chemical Education Trust Fund, student scholarships and student funding.
Get Outside Your World Contest - Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Canada
This contest is open to students from Grade 6 to 12 across Canada, and is a chance to win some great prizes and think about changing the world for the better.
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Canada
Learn about IEEE activities and member services, including publications, awards, conferences, and professional development opportunities.
Library Careers - Canadian Library Association (CLA)
Access information on careers in library and information studies or view employment postings in this field. Also has information on scholarship, grant and awards.
Mattinson Endowment Fund Scholarship for Disabled Students - Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)
Find details about this one year scholarship that students enrolled in any field of study are eligible for.
Money and Youth
Designed for teachers, parents, and youth to complement the book by the same which can be downloaded free of charge from this site of the Canadian Foundation for Economic Education and sponsored by Investor's Group.
National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation (NAAF)
This charitable organization's focus is on meeting the educational and career needs of the aboriginal community. NAAF sponsors awards for students, bursaries, scholarships as well as upcoming career fairs.
National Association of Japanese Canadians (NAJC)
Locate NAJC chapters across Canada and learn about the Sports, Education, and Arts Development Endowment Fund, which provides financial assistance to Japanese Canadian individuals furthering their studies, training and skills.
National Directory of Financial Assistance Programs for Post-Secondary Students with Disabilities
The National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS) provides this list of grants, scholarships and funding programs for students with disabilities.
National Mentorship Program - Canadian Film and Television Production Association (CFTPA)
On-the-job mentorships and internships that allow individuals to obtain hands on work experience, develop their skills, complement formal education and make important contacts in the film and TV industry.
National Student Loans Service Centre (NSLSC)
Find the information and tools you need to apply for, manage and repay your student loan. Also find contact information for provincial and territorial Student Assistance offices.
Native Women's Association of Canada (NWAC)
Involved in: developing and changing legislation that affect women; and including women in the development and delivery of programs that promote equal opportunity for Aboriginal women. Find information on their youth programs and scholarships.
Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship - Canadian Wildlife Foundation (CWF)
Provides assistance to post-secondary students in the field of conservation.
Persons with Disabilities Online - Government of Canada
Find information and services related to employment, education, financial supports, human rights and other areas of interest to persons with disabilities.
Programs and Services - Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)
Find scholarships, exchange programs, and research opportunities. This will be of interest to undergraduate students, students with disabilities, recent graduates, professors, and researchers.
Radio and Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) Canada
Access membership information, industry publications, scholarships, and for a fee, members can access a job board.
Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) - Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
This program is designed to help parents, grandparents and interested Canadians save for a child's post-secondary education.
Scholarship Program - Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)
Apply for scholarships available to PSAC members and family members who are entering their first year of post-secondary education.
Scholarships - Learning Disabilities Association of Canada (LDAC)
LDAC administers several scholarship programs for students with learning disabilities. Learn about the details of each program and access application forms.
Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards Guide for Aboriginal Students - Indian Affairs and Northern Development Canada (DIAND)
Check out more than 400 awards for post-secondary students, made available by various organisations and institutions across Canada.
ScholarshipsCanada.com
This web site provides a searchable database containing scholarship information for Canadian students.
SchoolFinder.com
Find admission requirements, costs, programs and contact details for more than 700 Canadian universities and colleges. Search by keyword for programs, schools, careers and scholarships.
Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST)
The SCWIST's mission is to promote and empower women in science and technology. There is information on job resources, news and events, projects, scholarships, membership and more.
Society of Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC)
This professional association provides a job board, industry newsroom, and information about schools, scholarships and careers in graphic design.
Student Banking - Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
Access a personal budget planner and learn about the student banking services provided by this financial institution. Information about the Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is outlined for parents.
Student Loan Estimator - CanLearn
Full time students can use this tool to estimate the amount of Canada Student Loan that they may be eligible to receive.
StudentAwards.com
Find information on scholarships, bursaries, fellowships and other financial awards that are available for students. Other features include email notification of new awards, a pre-written letter for award administrators and valuable financial tips.
Team Investors Group Amateur Athletes Fund - Athletes CAN
20 bursaries of $5,000 are available to Canadian amateur athletes each year. Annual deadline for application: January 31st.
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program
This program is intended to encourage Canadian youth to seek the high ideals represented by Terry Fox by the granting of commemorative scholarships for the pursuit of higher education.
The Next Great Prime Minister
An annual awards program sponsored by the Magna for Canada Scholarship Fund, to empower students to express their solutions for a better Canada. Open to all full time students enrolled in a Canadian college, university or CEGEP. "Think outside the Box" and share your vision for a better Canada.
Toyota Earth Day Scholarship Program
The Toyota Earth Day Scholarship Program encourages and rewards graduating Canadian high school students who have distinguished themselves through environmental community service, extracurricular and volunteer activities, and academic excellence.
Your Money
An interactive and educational web site for young Canadians. Provides a basic understanding of finances and it includes the following topics: budgeting; credit management; economy; money management; planning your future; and more.
Youth Link - Government of Canada
A resource booklet for people between 15 and 30. Find information about Canadian and international work opportunities, entrepreneurship, career planning, education programs and scholarships, and more.
Youth.gc.ca - Government of Canada
This directory site provides a single access point for youth related information on the Internet. You will find topics relating to youth employment, education, and careers.
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