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RUTLAND SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
GRADE 12
TIMELINE,
SCHOLARSHIPS
AND BURSARIES
(Based upon 2013/2014 information – Dates subject to change)
2014 - 2015
www.rss.sd23.bc.ca
INTRODUCTION
This booklet is a “GUIDE” for grade 12 students and their parents.
The information in this booklet is a record of all the awards that were available to
the graduating students of 2014/2015.
Please Note: The Award donors set the criteria for each award and also set the
application deadlines for each award.
All 2014– 2015 award, bursary & scholarship deadlines will be advertised in
the following 3 places:
1. The “Grade 12 Scholarship" board in front of the Counselling Center
2. The RSS Website – www.rss.sd23.bc.ca
3. Via RSS email
For additional information please contact:
Cindy Rhodes at RSS – 250-870-5110 ext 6383 serves last names A-H
Shandi Schwartz at RSS -250-870-5110 ext 6490 serves last names I - Q
Sandra Curran at RSS – 250-870-5110 ext 4452 serves last names R-Z
Grade 12 Year at a Glance
Scholarships and Bursaries
September
Important Dates
 UBC-O and UBC-V start accepting applications for Sept. 2015
 University of Alberta accepts applications for Sept. 2015
 Apply for a SIN number if you don’t have one
 SAT Exams- needed for USA Universities. Apply on line at www.collegeboard.com
RSS# is 821152
 Registration begins for Grad Photos. Register on line at rss.sd23.bc.ca. All grads need a
photo for year book and composite. Sittings begin in OCT. 27th
 Rotary Exchange Information –for October 1 at 6pm at Okanagan College Room C272
 Grade 12 Parent Night in RSS forum Oct. 8th @6:30 pm. UBC info meeting to follow
after
 IMPORTANT! Check with counsellor that your courses will satisfy graduation and postsecondary requirements
 Post-Secondary Prep Session #1 is coming Topics covered:
Graduation Credits /Post-Secondary requirements
Oct 16rd and 17th. .
Scholarships and Bursaries due:
None
October
Important Dates
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Rotary Exchange Information –for October 1 at 6pm at Okanagan College Room C272
Oct. 9th -Post- Secondary Visits to RSS Forum. Meet with BC institutions (OC,
BCIT, UVic, TRU, SFU, Selkirk, Royal Military/Cdn. Forces) 1-2pm – in the school
forum. Parents Welcome.
Oct 16th and 17th Post Secondary Prep Session #1 Topics covered:
Graduation Post-Secondary Credits /Post-Secondary requirements
First half of every block in the Library Seminar Room and Friday at Lunch
Oct. 1-Nov. 30th UVic –self- report grade 11 marks to receive conditional offer of
admissions for Sept. 2015
Grad Photos at RSS, Oct. 27th to Nov. 21st. Sign up on line now
Scholarship and Bursaries Due:
Interior Savings Million Dollar Bursary Program
 www.graduatewithagrand.com
 $1000 bursaries for 1000 students in our community
 Students must be in their final year of fulltime studies and graduating in June 2015 for the
first time
 Plan to attend full time studies in an accredited post-secondary institution in September
of 2015
 Become an active member of the Interior Savings Credit Union by Dec 1st, 2014
 Submit a completed Bursary application form by May 1st 2015
 Provide proof of payment and copy of their official registration at an accredited postsecondary institution
Loran Awards and Morehead
 85% average in grades 10-12
 Exceptional Community Service
 Canadian Citizen/Residency Status
 http://www.loranaward.ca
 National Award for Outstanding Leaders
 Online Application
 Deadline is Oct. 22nd 2014 for sponsored applicants
2015 Horatio Alger Association of Canada Scholarship
 Must intend to complete a full post-secondary degree
 Exceptional Community Service
 Canadian Citizen/Residency Status
 www.haratioalger.ca/en/scholarships
 Demonstrate Financial Need
 Online Application
 65% average
 Deadline is Oct. 25nd 2014
November
Important Dates
 Online Applications now accepted for UVic, SFU, and UNBC until Jan 31st 2015
 U of Calgary accepts applications for Sept 2014 until April 1, 2015
 Okanagan College applications online Nov. 3rd at www.okanagan.bc.ca ( First registered,
first admitted to many programs)
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Career Fair at OC- KLO Campus Nov. 2nd 10:30 -3pm
Begin applying to Universities for Early Admission
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Nov. 7 Deadline to drop Sem. 1 courses
Provincial Exam sitting Nov.3rd and 4th. Check with counsellor for exams offered.
Grad Photo Retakes TBA
Scholarships and Bursaries Due:
None
December
Important Dates
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Scholarship deadlines for U of Alberta and U of Calgary
COBSS / Scholarship info night 6:30pm RSS Forum Dec. 2nd
PSP #2 Topics include COBSS Application process. PSP offered in all Blocks Dec
4th and 5th, lunch time session on Dec. 5th
Crystal Ball 6:00pm in Forum Dec. 4th
Map Presentations Dec.11th
Christmas Break Dec. 20th to January 5th
Scholarships and Bursaries Due:
BC Cowboy Heritage Society
 There are awards in three categories:
o Original Art
o Crafts
o Original poem or short story
 Check web site http://www.bcchs.com/scholarshipapp.html
 Application open Oct 1st to December 31st each year
Burger King
 Must be registering at a college/ university Sept. of grad year
 Burger King employees may qualify but this is open to all students
 Visit web site. http://www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/
 Opens Oct. 15th and Closes December 15th 2014
Shad Valley
 Check out website: http://www.shad.ca/Students.htm
 Shad Valley is a four week summer enrichment
Program. Students spend a month living in residence at one of our host university
campuses across Canada. The program is offered to students currently completing grade
10, 11 or 12. With a focus that includes the sciences, technology and entrepreneurship,
the program provides an academically stimulating, mind expanding adventure for top
well-rounded students. Students will also enjoy recreational activities and the opportunity
to explore local attractions.
 See your Science teacher or a counsellor for more information
University of Alberta
 Students have 80% average or higher and are applying to U of A for September of grad
year
 Get grade 11 marks in before December 15th and you will be considered for entrance
scholarships.
 http://www.registrarsoffice.ualberta.ca/en/Scholarships-and-Awards.aspx
TD Canada Trust
 Based on academic excellence and outstanding
Community leadership.
 Visit www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship
 See website for application- Due November 28th 2014
 National Scholarship for outstanding candidates
January
Important Dates
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COBSS packages due to Counselling Center on Jan. 20th (late submissions not
accepted)
Note: Applications offline @ midnight Jan 19th
Year Book write-ups and submitting baby pictures deadline-submit on line at
www.rss.sd23.bc.ca, see Mr. Tambasco if you have any questions
January 22nd BCIT grad
UBC-V and UBC-O application deadline Jan. 31st for Sept. 2015.
January 30th – Last day to pay Grad Fees of $100 before they increase to $120 on Feb.
1st
Scholarships and Bursaries Due
Building a Brighter Future
 You are eligible to apply if you are: A Canadian resident Aboriginal individual with
Métis status as recognized by the Métis National Council.
 You must enter a post-secondary program in September of your grad year
BCIT Entrance Awards (January and August Deadlines)
 http://www.bcit.ca/finaid/
 Numerous scholarships with different criteria
 BCIT Entrance Awards
Global Citizen Kelowna Youth Service Award
 Awarded to the student who has demonstrated global service or local service with a
global impact.
 See counsellor for application
Schulich Leader Scholarships
 http://schulichleaders.com/
 Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident of Canada
 Students must be intending to enter a program at a Canadian University in the STEM
areas of study ( Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
 Each candidate must have 2 of the following 3 criteria
1. Has exceptional high academic grades
2. Has demonstrated leadership in school life and community life, or provided
evidence of entrepreneurial talent
3. Has financial need
 Each High School can nominate one candidate. – see counsellor if you fit criteria
 Applications Open Nov. 1st
Top 20 Under 20
 Recognizes young people's innovation, leadership and achievement
 For information visit http://plancanada.ca/top-20-under-20
Triumf High School Fellowship
 Student must have completed both Physics 11 and Physics 12 with excellence
 *Promise for future outstanding achievement, with particular emphasis on
communication skills and motivation.
 One 6- week research experience at Triumf in Vancouver with housing and transportation
covered.
 Must be nominated – see counsellor
 http://www.triumf.ca/outreach/high-school-fellowship
Union Plus Scholarship
 The scholarship program is open to students planning to attend a college or university, a
Community college, or a technical college or trades school.
 Criteria: academic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor.
 https://1unionplusscholars.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx
Kin Canada Bursary
This bursary takes into consideration:
 Academics, Financial Considerations, Non-Financial Obstacles, Extra Curricular
Activities, Community and Volunteer Activities, and Work Experience
 Go to http://www.kincanada.ca/bursaries to download the application form
 Due February 1st.
February
Important Dates
 Feb. 1st Grad Fees increase to $120
 Feb 6th Semester 2 begins
 Provincial Exams February 2nd to 6th
 Feb. 13th – Last day for Semester 2 course changes
 Feb 28th Deadline for Admissions Applications for some BC Universities
Scholarships and Bursaries Due
BC Government and Service
 A member of BCGEU or relative of a BCEGU member who is registering in full-timepost-secondary program in September
 Application on line at http://www.bcgeu.ca/member_resources_scholar
The BCCPAC Educational Award
 A member of BCGEU or relative of a BCEGU member who is registering in full-timepost-secondary program in September
 Application on line at http://www.bcgeu.ca/member_resources_scholar
RBC Aboriginal Student Awards
 Recipients selected based on personal and academic achievements
 http://www.rbc.com/careers/aboriginal_student_awards.html
SFU Entrance Scholarships
 http://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid.html
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
Awarded to a student:
 Who is currently in Grade 12 and pursuing post-secondary in September
 Who has worked to achieve excellence in academics and athletics
 Who has done a great deal of volunteering with a humanitarian focus.
 Check web site to download the application: http://www.terryfoxawards.ca/
March
Important Dates
 Spring Break (March 16th to March 27th)
 Self-reporting of grades for early admission to UBC-O and UBC-V opens
 U-VIC Entrance Scholarship deadline for application is March 31st.
 PSI Selection Due
Scholarships and Bursaries Due
B.C. Hydro Scholarships
 Applications available at
http://www.bchydro.com/community/community_investment/scholarships.html?WT.mc_
id=rd_scholarships
 Awarded to students who are leaders and role models in their schools and communities
and who demonstrate a balanced life style and commitment to a post-secondary education
 Various scholarships with varying deadlines
BC School Superintendents Association
 2 Scholarships: Technology Scholarship & Essay Scholarship
 Technology Scholarship recognizes outstanding achievement in technology-based
learning. Students are invited to submit a website project.
 Essay Scholarship rewards applicants who have demonstrated academic excellence and
school/community leadership. These students must submit an essay on “Achievement of
All Students”.
 Application forms may be downloaded at http://www.bcssa.org/resources/scholarships/
Colonel Douglas H. Gunter History Award
 Open to all senior students who submit an original work using one of the following media:
Text, Visual Art, Web Design, Audio or Video Production
http://www.warmuseum.ca/education/programs/the-colonel-douglas-h-gunter-award/
Jack Farley Youth Sports Achievement Award
 http://www.bcsportshalloffame.com/about-us/scholarships/
 One outstanding male and one outstanding female amateur athlete who is involved in
either their community or school sports
Leonard Foundation
 All applicants will be considered but preference will be given to the children of ordained
clergy, children of school teachers, children of military personnel, and children of the
Engineering Institute of Canada.
 Successful applicants are expected to obtain employment during free time to help defray
the costs of their education.
 Applicants must participate regularly in athletic, fitness or military activities.
 http://www.leonardfnd.org/
Okanagan College Entrance Awards
 Check OC website , www.okanagan.bc.ca or
http://www.okanagan.bc.ca/BecomeaStudent/FinancialAid_Awards/OC_Awards__Bursaries
___Scholarships.html
Prospera Credit Union Educational Award
 www.prospera.ca – under community tab
 Must be a member in good standing of Prospera Credit Union for at least one year
 Must be a resident of B.C., but may attend a university or college anywhere in Canada
 Drop off application to any Prospera Credit Union Branch
Re/Max “Quest for Excellence” Bursaries
 http://www.remax.ca/editorial/about-remax/western/re/max-of-western-canada-quest-forexcellence/
 Students write an essay based on their interests and passion for a selected subject. There
are 6 subjects that students can choose from; Leadership, Sports, Technology& Trade,
Performing Arts, Fine Arts, & Community Service
The Garfield Weston Merit Scholarship for Colleges
 http://www.garfieldwestonawards.ca/
 Must be entering fulltime college for a minimum two year program
 Must have a minimum 75% in courses required for entrance
UVIC Entrance Scholarships
 http://www.uvic.ca/registrar/safa/entrance-scholarships/
 go to student Awards – Financial Aid
 Must have an average of 87% or higher on the grade 11 and 12 courses required for
admission to the faculty/Program for which the student has applied
April
Important Dates
 PSP #3 April 9th and 10th all blocks and lunch on the 10th Topics include: University
information, How does a University Calendar work, University Terms, Course Selection
and Registration
 Fill in PSI Choices form online for official transcripts to be sent by Ministry to
Universities and Colleges. Go to the student secure web at
https://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/tsw/tsw/student/ Need PEN number. Due for those
students planning on attending Post- Secondary in Sept. 2015
 April 23rd Term 3 ends
 April 24th Term 4 begins
Scholarship and Bursaries Due
BC Cattlemen’s Association Bursary
 http://www.cattlemen.bc.ca/bursarygrant.htm– under awards
 Awarded to a student whose parent(s) is a member of the BC Cattlemen’s Association
and in any course of study
BC Hockey Scholarship
 http://www.bchockey.net/Awards/Scholarships.aspx
under “Awards”
 Must be registered member of B.C. Hockey or a former member playing in the Western
Hockey League
BC Housing Bursary
 Awarded to students living in Subsidized Housing in BC and going onto Post Secondary
schooling in September of grad year
 Applicant will need to submit a personal statement between 100-200 words
 The application is online at http://www.bchousing.org/tenants/services/educationawards
BC Hydro Scholarships – 3 different scholarships
 BC Hydro General-available for a student who completed a project or paper related to BC
Hydro’s goal of energy conservation etc.
 L’Ecole Polytec Memorial Fund- female students pursuing schooling in any engineering
field
 Aboriginal Peoples Scholarship- for status or non- status Indians, Inuit or Métis planning
to attend a full-time post-secondary program for Sept of grad year.
BCSSA Scholarships
 Technology Scholarships and Essay Scholarships
The Technology Scholarship recognizes outstanding achievement in technology-based learning.
The Grade 12 Essay Scholarship provides financial assistance to students planning to pursue a
teaching career.
http://www.bcssa.org/resources/scholarships/
C.O.T.A. Fine Arts Scholarship
 Must be son or daughter of a current retired C.O.T.A. member
 Must be proceeding to training in the Fine Arts at an appropriate institute
 Must have a letter of recommendation
 See counsellor for application
C.O.T.A. EV Greenway Vocation/Trades Scholarship
 Must be the son or daughter of a current or retired C.O.T.A. member
 Must be proceeding to a vocational and/or trade training program
 See counsellor for application
C.O.T.A. Technical Training Scholarship
 Must be the son or daughter of a current or retired C.O.T.A. member
 Must be proceeding to a post-secondary institute for Technical Training
 See counsellor for application
Dogwood District/ Authority Awards
 For students who excel in Fine Arts, Applied Skills, Physical Activity or Second
Languages
 Must be nominated by a teacher in April
 Must prepare video clip, DVD or PowerPoint of ‘Skill’ presentation
 See your Grad Transitions coordinator for information and talk to your sponsor teacher
Educational Facility Managers Association of B.C. (EFMA) Bursaries
 http://www.efmabc.com/education/2014-bursaries
 Awarded on academic achievement or special needs, preference for those entering the
fields of engineering, architecture or building technology
 Must be a dependent of school district employees in the school plant area ( ie custodial or
maintenance)
Envision Financial Educational Award
 Student must be a member of good standing with Envision, graduating for the first time
with a minimum of a C+ average
 https://www.envisionfinancial.ca/Personal/Community/EducationAwards/Scholarships/
Garfield Weston Merit Scholarship for Colleges
 http://www.garfieldwestonawards.ca/
 Must be entering fulltime college for a minimum two year program
 Must have a minimum 75% in courses required for entrance
BCSTA – Student Citizenship Award
 Awarded to graduating student with exemplary citizenship and pursuing post- secondary
education .500-word essay on the meaning of citizenship and sponsoring letter of
recommendation
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Check web site http://www.bcsta.org/content/student-resources
Holy Spirit Bursary
 Student is a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church or any other Catholic church in
Kelowna area; or if a parent or grandparent is a member of the Holy Spirit Knights of
Columbus Council
 See counsellors for application
Legion Bursary
 Primary consideration to family’s financial needs
 Preference given to children and grandchildren of veterans and ex-service personnel,
although other applicants will be considered.
 http://www.kelownalegion.ca/
Kelowna-Rutland Lions Club Bursary
 Bursaries given based on scholastic ability and family’s financial need
 Bursaries awarded to students wishing to attend university, regional college or an
approved school for vocational or technical training in BC.
 See counsellors for details
RSS Pre-School Bursary
 If you attended the RSS Pre-School as a child and are graduating this year, please see the
counsellors to pick up an application form
May
Important Dates
 Advanced Placement Exams (AP) May 5th to 15th
 Provincial Exam sitting May 14th and 15th
 MAP presentations – May 13th
 Dogwood District Authority Awards interviews- May 13th
 PROM at Delta Grand Monday May 18th
Scholarships and Bursaries Due
BC Road Builders- Betty Spalton Scholarships
 http://www.roadbuilders.bc.ca/education_fund.php
 Awarded to students entering the field road building, road maintenance and heavy
construction
Brian McCrimmon Memorial Scholarship
 http://www.theatrekelowna.org/scolarships/
 Central Okanagan resident registered in post-secondary courses preferences to those
studying visual and performing arts
Canadian Hospitality Foundation Scholarships
 https://www.thechf.ca/scholarships
 For those students planning to study in a hotel/hospitality program
Joint Diversity Scholarship
 http://www.owfg.com/diversity
 Awarded to the student that has promoted diversity awareness and acceptance in his/her
community
Marvel College Creative Scholarship
 Display creative ability in the areas of art, music, photography or other avenue
 Demonstrate an aptitude for the vocation of fashion, beauty and/or wellness
 Demonstrate an excellent attendance record
 Demonstrate community involvement through volunteer work or extracurricular activities
 Be a full-time Grade 12 student who will be completing his/her High School Diploma
Rotary Club of Kelowna Foundation Strive Scholarship
 Can graduate in the current year with a minimum of 60% course average in their grade 12
year
 Has qualified for entrance to an accredited post-secondary institution for a minimum 20
week program
 Has demonstrated a positive behavioral change through improved attendance, work
habits, attitude towards learning resulting in improved grades over their grade 11 and 12
years
 Fills out the Rotary Club of Kelowna Foundation Strive Scholarship Program application
form completely and truthfully and submits it before the deadline
 Acknowledges receipt of the scholarship in a letter to Rotary Club of Kelowna
Foundation
 www.rotaryclubofkelownafoundation.com for Strive application or see counsellor
The United Croats of Canada
 http://www.croatiancentre.com/croatian-services/scholarships
 At least one parent must be of Croatian Ancestry
 Must be a resident of BC
June
Important Dates
 Pick courses for UBC and OC for Sept. 2015
 Check out our website for practice provincial exams
 Grad Ceremonies at Trinity Baptist and Dry Grad at RSS to follow- June 12th
 Provincial Exams – June 19th to 24th
 Send thank you letters to bursary donors if you received a bursary
 School closes June 26th for Summer Vacation
Scholarships and Bursaries Due
Assoc. of Prof. Engineers and Geoscientists of BC
 https://www.apeg.bc.ca/For-Students/Scholarships
 Students must be entering UBC, SFU, or UVic leading to a degree in engineering or geosciences,
“OR” entering a college/university college engineering transfer program
BC School Sports Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarship
 http://www.bcschoolsports.ca/recognition/scholarships/bcss-dave-gifford-memorial-scholarship
 Must have a minimum of 3.5 GPA in both grade 11 and 12
 Must have played a minimum of 2 sports at the grade 12 level
 Must be nominated by the RSS Athletic Director
BC Principals and Vice Principals Association (40 awards)
 http://www.bcpvpa.bc.ca/node/10
follow scholarships link
 Up to - $500 scholarships awarded to ANY students graduating from BC public school system
 Scholarships awarded to sons/daughters of BCPVPA members
 Scholarships awarded to First Nations students graduating from BC public school system
 Applicants judged on academic excellence and demonstrated leadership within the school and
community
C.O.T.A. Academic Excellence Award
 Must be son or daughter of a current or retired C.O.T.A member
 Must forward a copy of your Ministry of Education Grade 12 Provincial Examination Scholarship
results
 Must forward a copy of letter of acceptance to a post-secondary institution
Khalsa Credit Union
 Outstanding academic, sports and Sikh religion’s achievement and bursary.
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http://www.khalsacreditunion.ca/Our-Community/Khalsa-HelpingCommunities/Scholarship-Awards/
National Union Scholarships
a) •http://nupge.ca/content/3706/national-unions-scholarship-program-2014
b) Tommy Douglas Scholarship - For children or foster children of a National Union of
Public and General Employees Member
c) Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship - For children with disabilities of the above union
d) Scholarships for Aboriginal Canadians - For aboriginal children of the above union
e) Scholarship for visible minorities - For visible minority children of the above union
July
Important Dates
 Last week of July- Official transcripts mailed to homes from Ministry
 Exam results available at https://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/tsw/tsw/student/
 Passport to Education recipients notified
Scholarships and Bursaries Due
BC Electrical Association Kelowna
 Bursaries are available to high school students pursuing a career in the following areas:
Electrical, Marketing, Electrical Engineering, or Business
 http://www.bcea.bc.ca/scholarship_bursary.php
August
Important Dates
 Provincial Exam rewrites at Hollywood Rd.
 Passport to Education pick up at RSS
Scholarships and Bursaries Due
BCIT Entrance Awards
 http://www.bcit.ca/finaid/awards/entranceawards.shtml
 Numerous scholarships with different criteria
 President’s Entrance / and BCIT Entrance Awards
Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy’s Benevolent – Bill Kehler Memorial Awards
 http://cfr.ca/bill-kehler-scholarship/
 For students with academic interests in broadcasting or agriculture
University of Alberta Advanced Placement (AP) Scholarship Competition
 For students who have National or International Advanced Placement Scholar standing
based on academic achievement in the AP program
 Students must provide the University of Alberta’s Registrar’s office with a transcript of
their final AP grades by August 1st
 http://www.registrarsoffice.ualberta.ca/Scholarships-and-Awards/EntranceAwards/Advanced-Placement.aspx
Additional Sources of Funding
Numerous bursaries and scholarships at the school, district, and provincial level are available to
students of Rutland Senior. Students can also receive financial assistance through interest free
loans. Information concerning these forms of assistance and awards can be obtained from the
counsellors. The main forms of financial aid are the following:
Passport to Education
If students achieve final letter grades which place them in the top 30% of their grade based
on their top 5 full-year marks, they will receive credits to be redeemed within five years from
graduation by enrolling in any Ministry of Education approved post-secondary institution or
job training program
Value of the credits in 2011-12 is anticipated to be:
GRADE 10
$250.00
GRADE 11
$250.00
GRADE 12
$500.00
Grade 12 students can pick up passports from the main office in September following their
grad year.
This will be the last year for this program as it is being phased out by the government.
Ministry of Education Scholarships
There are two major scholarship programs sponsored by the Ministry of Education:
Graduation Program Exam Scholarships and District Scholarships. A student may receive
both.
1. Graduation Program Examinations Scholarships
www.bced.gov.bc.ca/awards
Graduation Program Exam Scholarships are based on performance on Provincial
examinations written grades 10-12. These awards are of $1,000 each and given to each
student whom meets the following criteria (The top twenty students in the province receive
awards of $2,500 each.).
To be eligible for a Grad Program Exam Scholarship a student must:
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Meet the basic eligibility requirements
Fulfills the BC graduation requirements of either the 2004 grad program or Adult
Grad
Achieves at least a B (73% or above)final mark, school and exam combined, in
English 12 or Communications 12
Writes all 5 provincial exams needed to meet graduation requirements
graduate from a B.C. Secondary School
be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident (landed immigrant)
Scores rank among the top 5000 students in the province.
Top 20 students will receive $2500
Courses for which there are provincial exams:
ENGLISH 12
COMMUNICATIONS 12
SOCIAL STUDIES 11
FIRST NATIONS STUDIES 12
FOUNDATIONS OF MATH 10
APPRENTICESHIP AND WORKPLACE MATH 10
SCIENCE 10
ENGLISH 10
2. District Authority Awards
www.bced.gov.bc.ca/awards
Dogwood District Authority Awards are given to graduating students who have excelled in
fields other than academics. Requirements are determined by the local District Scholarship
Committee. Winners of these scholarships receive a $500 cheque and an additional $500 if
they enroll in a recognized post-secondary institution.
To qualify, a student must:
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be nominated by their teacher
present a portfolio or project to be videotaped to the local scholarship committee of
courses that are career oriented (Art, Music, Mechanics, Construction, Home Economics,
Performing Arts, Second Languages, PE, etc.)
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have achieved an average letter grade over the grade twelve year of at least a C+
have completed graduation requirements
English 12 or Communications 12
Must complete an interview and skill demonstration
3. Provincial Funding
I. Canada Student Loan Programs (C.S.L.P.)
www.canlearn.ca
This program, offered by the Federal Government and administered by the Provincial
Government, offers a repayable loan requiring no payment on principal or interest until six
months after the student ceases full time studies.
II. Student Aid BC
https://studentaidbc.ca/
B.C. Student Loans, guaranteed by the Province, offers interest-free assistance to students
enrolled in at least 60% of a full course load for credit at post-secondary institutions. Payment of
principal and interest commences six months after the student ceases full-time studies.
Applications are available in June of the student’s graduating year.
4. SECONDARY SCHOOL APPRENTICESHIP SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
5. OTHER SOURCES OF FUNDING
Students should actively seek out other sources of funding by:
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Checking with parents and relatives to see if their employers or voluntary
organizations offer bursaries and scholarships
Consulting college and university calendars to learn about their bursaries and
scholarships
Entering contests (e.g. essay writing) which offer monetary prizes
Monitoring the scrolling screen at school or at home on the RSS web page
Searching the internet
Checking with the library and/or book stores for scholarship books
Websites for Financial Aid/Bursaries and Scholarships:
www.canlearn.ca –Student Loans – plan your education, figure out how to pay for it, get info
about Canadian institutions visit campus life – Bilingual site
http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/
– RSS website – check out the bulletin and other announcements and fill in your yearbook
write-up.
www.studentawards.com – register information then it links you to applicable awards
www.aucc.ca – The Association of Universities & Colleges of Canada
www.ualberta.ca - University of Alberta
www.uvic.ca - University of Victoria
www.sfu.ca - Simon Fraser University
www.bcit.ca - BC Institute of Technology
www.ucalgary.ca - University of Calgary
www.uleth.ca – University of Lethbridge
www.educationplanner.bc.ca – Information on BC Post-secondary institutions
www.okanagan.ubc.ca – UBC Okanagan
http://www.ikbbc.ca/web/
www.scholarshipscanada.com – register information then it links you to applicable awards
www.schoolsincanada.com – universities & colleges in Canada; program search
http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/search - search for previous provincial exams
www.allaboutcollege.com/colleges/colleges/canada/canada.htm - alphabetical list of colleges by
provinces
www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams - Provincial exam results
https://applybc.ca Apply BC – Post Secondary Application Service of BC (on-line reg.)
http://www.ncaa.org - info for US athletic scholarships
www.okanagan.bc.ca – the ‘new’ Okanagan College
www.ubc.ca - University of British Columbia
http://www.studentscholarships.org/
http://www.scholarshipscanada.com/
https://www.lpitest.ca/ - Language Proficiency Index Exam and information
Links to Aboriginal Scholarships, Grant and Bursaries
http://aboriginallynx.ca/
http://www.rbc.com/careers/aboriginal_student_awards.html
http://www.bchydro.com/community/community_investment/scholarships.html?WT.mc_id=rd_s
cholarships#aboriginal
http://www.ammsa.com/ammsabursary.html
Central Okanagan Bursary & Scholarship Society
(COBSS)
http://www.cobss.ca/
Due January 20th-must attend an info session in December
COBSS (Central Okanagan Bursary & Scholarship Society)
COBSS Criteria:
 Must be a Canadian Citizen or Landed Immigrant.
 Must have applied and plan to attend full-time at a post-secondary institution in
September of the year of application. A copy of your letter of acceptance may be
required.
 Must have an average of 60% in all Grade(s) 11 and 12 completed courses and interim
marks at the time of application.
 Must have the potential to grad for the first time in June of the year of application.
 Must be attending one of the member schools of the Society by January 15th of the
graduating year.
 Must understand that your application form and the attached data must be for a full-time
student, any bursary or scholarship may revert to the Central Okanagan Bursary and
Scholarship Society to be awarded to a qualified student.
 Student and Parent information sessions are in January of your grad year
 Students fill out one application for approximately 400 awards
 Of those 400 awards, approximately half of them have no criteria, and the rest have a
specific criteria. Those specific criteria awards that RSS students are eligible for are listed
below.
ACT/UCT #1002
ACT/UCT Kelowna
Council #1002
Bursary
A student who is a dependent or grandchild of a member in good
standing of ACT/UCT Kelowna Council #1002 and requires financial
support
A student who is a dependent, or grandchild of a member in good
standing of ACT/UCT Kelowna Council 1002 and requires financial
support. Student must attend post-secondary institution in BC.
ACT/UCT Kelowna
West Council #1003
Bursary
A student who is a dependent of a member in good standing of
ACT/UCT Kelowna Council 1003. An explanation of your academic
and future goals is required.
Student must attend a post-secondary
institution in BC.
Al Jones
Memorial/Oyama
Firefighters Bursary
Family member of an active or retired Oyama Firefighter and/or
relative of an active Oyama Firefighter.
Alex Monty
Memorial Football
Scholarship
Awarded to an active member of Kelowna Minor Football
Association including high school KMFA. Must continue his
education in an accredited post-secondary institution.
Anne McClymont
Elementary PAC
Bursary
Graduate of Anne McClymont Elementary.
Army, Navy & Air
Force Kelowna Unit
376 Bursary
To be awarded to students who are a son, daughter or grandchild of a
veteran or a member of Unit 376, preferably RSS student. Student
must attend post-secondary institution in BC.
Arts Council of the
Central Okanagan
(ARTSCO)
A student who is talented in the field of Fine Arts. Preference will be
given to those who volunteered with ARTSCO or one or more of
ARTSCO's member groups
Bankhead
Elementary PAC
Bursary
Beta Sigma
Phi/Joyce Adam
Memorial Bursary
A student who must have attended Bankhead Elementary.
Male or female student going into a higher education with
consideration first being given to a son or daughter or grandchild of a
Kelowna Area Beta Sigma Phi Active Member
Big Brothers &
Sisters /Norm
Williams Memorial
Bursary
Black Mountain
Elementary PAC
Bursary
Bob Ross Literary
Award
Brookhaven Youth
Volunteer Bursary
Buckland Family
Bursary
Canadian Tire/Bert
Gostlin Memorial
Bursary
Student must have been a former Little Brother or Little Sister.
Preference given to a student matched up with a Big Brother/Big
Sister through local program in the Okanagan.
A student who attended Black Mountain Elementary for at least three
years. Student must attend a post-secondary institution in BC.
A high school student who has an interest in English Literature &
Journalism, who has demonstrated ability to communicate in English
and is interested in continuing studies in this field.
A student who has been a youth volunteer at Brookhaven Care Centre
for at least two years and is pursuing a career in the Health Care Field.
Cecil E. Moore
Engineering Award
A student who is planning studies in 1) History, 2) Geography or 3)
Journalism at Okanagan College or UBCO.
Preference will be given to a student satisfying all of the following
criteria: a student who is an employee or the son/daughter of an active
or retired Canadian Tire Kelowna employee. The retired employee
must have had a minimum of five years employment at Kelowna
store. A student with a strong academic background who is involved
in extra-curricular activities within the school & community, a student
pursuing certification in the trades industry, and a student
demonstrating financial need.
OKM students to be considered first. A student pursuing a career in
commercial aviation. Passion more important than marks. If no
students from OKM qualify, then all SD#23 school students to be
considered.
Awarded to students in SD23 pursuing studies in engineering. First
preference shall be for two males and two females.
Central Okanagan
Autoettes/Jean Falck
Memorial Award
A student who is a child or grandchild of a AutoettesVintage Car Club
member. Must have satisfactory progress and be working to full
potential. Good character and financial need are considerations.
Central Okanagan
Crime Stoppers
Bursary
Central Okanagan
Naturalists Club
Bursary
CFUW - Kelowna
Scholarship
Participation and/or support of Crime Stoppers and/or studies in the
area of law, criminology or a related field.
CFUW - Kelowna
Scholarship
A female student with high academic achievement entering a degree
program; active community participation; financial need
Captain Michael J.
Black Memorial
Award
A student taking studies in an Environmental Field and demonstrates
financial need.
A female student with high academic achievement entering a degree
program. Student must attend post-secondary institution in BC.
COBSS Academic
Award
COBSS
Members/Mae Ito
Memorial Award
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. Student must have high
academic standing.
At the discretion of President of COBSS
COBSS
Members/Mae Ito
Memorial Award
At the discretion of the COBSS President
COBSS
Vocational/Technical
Award
CORE Rugby
Development Award
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. Awarded to a student
entering a technical or vocational program
Must attend a post-secondary school (accredited college/trades
program) in the Okanagan. Participation in high school rugby as one
of the following: player, referee, coach, manager or a CORE reporter
for their school.
Student must have two years as a Candy Striper/Cadet at
Cottonwoods, and be pursuing a career in a medical or dental related
field.
A dependent of a Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 3523
member. Financial need to be considered.
A dependent of a Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 3523
member. Financial need to be a considered.
Cottonwoods
Auxiliary Bursary
CUPE Local 3523
Bursary
CUPE Local
3523/Ken Sieben
Memorial Bursary
CUPE Local
3523/Pat Mullan
Memorial Bursary
Donald Roome
Memorial Bursary
Doug Evans Dorothea Walker
Elem PAC Bursary
Dr. David Clarke
Bursary
A dependent of a Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 3523
member. Financial need to be considered.
A student enrolling in the Aircraft Structures Technician Program,
preference given to a RSS student.
Student must have attended Dorothea Walker Elem. for a minimum of
three years at the Intermediate level (Grades 4-7). Must allow
picture/name to be released in school. Student must provide a brief
note on how funds were used.
A student who is pursuing post-secondary education in a healthrelated field: has good character as indicated by involvement in
volunteer activities; has the potential for the chosen field as indicated
by acceptance by a post-secondary institution; and has financial need
Dr. Harold R.
Henderson Bursary
Awarded to a student who has high financial need and demonstrates
superior commitment to school and/or community involvement
Dr. Knox Middle
School PAC Bursary
Graduate must have attended Dr. Knox Middle School for a minimum
of three years.
Dr. Lance Richard
Memorial Bursary
Ecole Casorso
Elementary PAC
English Bursary
Ecole Casorso
Elementary PAC
French Bursary
Eleanor Morrison
Bursary
Ella Alice Lindsay
Memorial Bursary
Eloise Moore Allan
Memorial Bursary
Eugene Yablonski
Award
Evtushevski Family
Scholarship
Genoveffa Russo &
Daughter Cynthia
Bursary
George Pringle
Elementary PAC
Bursary
Gerry Robertson
Memorial Bursary
Gertrude Adams
Memorial Bursary
Glenrosa Middle
School PAC Bursary
Student must have academic excellence: 'A' average based on
University entrance courses Significant ongoing participation and
demonstrated leadership in athletics Significant involvement in
voluntary contributions to school and community Describe how
he/she meets the specific award criteria One additional letter of
reference from a community member (separate letter to accompany
application) Interview will be required for shortlisted candidates
Additional Criteria: Student must have a demonstrated passion for
sports; exhibit inspiring and engaging leadership in all areas of life;
driven by principles of collaboration and cooperation; demonstrate
evidence of personal integrity, compassion, sense of humour and
warmth, and have a meaningful positive impact on the lives of others.
The student must have attended Ecole Casorso Elementary School for
a minimum of four years
The student must have attended Ecole Casorso Elementary School for
a minimum of four years in the French Immersion Program. The
student must be eligible for the double Dogwood Diploma.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. No Criteria
Profoundly deaf student who has attained or achieved academic
success. In the case no such student qualifies a hearing impaired
student should be considered.
A student with a hearing impairment.
A student pursuing a degree in education with facility or interest in
physical education, mathematics or special education.
Awarded to one male and one female student with an 90% average.
Students must be involved in school or registered minor sports
organization(s).
A student of Italian descent pursuing a career in Education.
Student must have attended Ecole George Pringle Elementary either
in English or French for three years.
Preferably an all-round athletic student involved in multiple sports.
A student of Canadian Native ancestry.
A student who attended one full year at Glenrosa Middle and must
have demonstrated service at or involvement in school life at Glenrosa
Middle.
Gordon Lee
Memorial/HUDAC
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. No criteria
Gordon MacLean
Memorial Bursary
Gorman Bros.
Lumber Award
A student with high financial need, good marks and community
involvement - volunteerism in the community or school.
Preferably, candidates are a son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter
of an employee of Gorman Bros. Lumber. If there are none, then any
student considering a career in the forest industry preferably
graduating from Mt. Boucherie Secondary.
Student must show financial need, Christian ethics, leadership
qualities, academic excellence, community participation
Student must show financial need, Christian ethics, leadership
qualities, academic excellence, and community participation.
A student pursuing a career in education.
Grace Lutheran
Education Award
Grace Lutheran
Education Award
Gyro Club Of
Kelowna Bursary
H. Armeneau Family
Bursary
Hans Peter Schaeffer
Memorial Bursary
Harold/Marina
Pettman Bursary
Harris & Company
LLP Law 12
Scholarship
A student planning studies in Engineering
A student who intends to take a construction-related and/or
architectural or structural engineering program at a recognized postsecondary institution.
The student should be in theatre or dance who is pursuing an
education in the Performing Arts.
A student who has excelled in Law 11 or 12.
Hayley Pipher
Swimming Award
Provided to a student of SD23 who is an active member of the Central
Okanagan Liquid Lightning Swim Club for a minimum of one year.
Must show outstanding achievement in the sport while providing
positive contribution to the Club. Preference will be given to a
student who will swim for a Canadian University and has high
academic standing with community involvement, and significant
involvement in high school student activities outside the classroom.
Hayley Pipher
Swimming Award
Provided to a student of SD23 who is an active member of the Central
Okanagan Liquid Lightning Swim Club for a minimum of one year.
Must show outstanding achievement in the sport while providing
positive contribution to the Club. Preference will be given to a
student who will swim for a Canadian University and has high
academic standing with community involvement.
Student to continue education in music.
Holland-Rusk
Scholarship
Hudson Road
Elementary PAC
Bursary
A student who attended Hudson Road Elementary School for at least
one year, including Grade 6.
Ida & Al Vecchio
Bursary (Languages)
A student pursuing the study of Languages.
Ida & Al Vecchio
Bursary (Medicine)
A student pursuing a career in the field of Medicine.
IODE - Dr. W. J.
Knox Bursary
IODE - Jack
McMillan
Scholarship
IODE - Joan
Chamberlain
Memorial
IODE - Mary I. Kerr
Memorial Bursary
Awarded to an honours student with an 84% average or above,
significant community/school participation and high need.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. No criteria
IOOF - Orchard City
Lodge #59 Bursary
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. No criteria
Jane C. Alton
Scholarship
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from all
schools will be considered for this award. A high school student in
the city who is proceeding onto higher education. No criteria
A student who is a dependent of an active or honorary lifetime
member of Okanagan Mission Volunteer Fire Department.
Jeff Bajer
Memorial/OKM
Volunteer Fire Dept.
Bursary
Jesse Mirko Casorso
PAC Bursary
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from ALL
schools will be considered for this award. Student must have
financial need.
A student pursuing a career in Dramatic Arts.
Open to all graduating students who attended Casorso Rd. Elem.
School for a minimum of four years. Students must have maintained a
good work ethic. Students must have some special educational needs.
OR if no one meets the special needs criteria, the award will be
presented to a student who plans on pursuing a post-secondary
education to work with special needs (i.e. CEA, Education, Speech &
Language Pathology, Physiotherapy, social work, health care etc.
John/Nancy
Woodworth Awards
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. No criteria
Kathleen Grant
Memorial/Kelowna
Rebekah Lodge
Bursary
Kay & Russ Hawley
Family Bursary
A needy student with service to the community.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. No criteria
Kelowna & District
Association Of
Japanese Canadians
Award
A student who is a Canadian citizen of Japanese descent.
Kelowna & District
Dental Society
Award
Kelowna & District
Fish & Game Club
Award
A student pursuing studies in the Dental Field. (i.e. Dentistry, Dental
Hygiene, Dental Lab Technician, Certified Dental Assistant).
Kelowna Branch
Okanagan Historical
Society Bursary
A Kelowna Fish & Game Club Member or member's son or daughter
or a student who is active in hunting or other shooting sports or a
student who is pursuing post-secondary education in Biology or
Wildlife Conservation.
Awarded to a Grade 12 student pursuing further education, with
preference given to someone studying history, natural history,
journalism or geography at a local post-secondary institution.
Kelowna Calligraphy Open to visual fine arts (non-performing) students with preference to
Guild Bursary
a student with calligraphic skills.
Kelowna Canadian
Italian Club Bursary
Awarded to a graduating student pursuing further education who is a
dependent of a club member(s) in good standing for five years or
longer. Student must attend a post-secondary institution in BC.
Kelowna Capital
News Bursary
A student who has been a carrier, or an employee, or is a dependent of
an employee of Kelowna Capital News or Flyer Delivery Service.
Preference will be given to a student pursuing Journalism, Publishing
and/or Writing, Marketing, Sales and Business Management.
Kelowna Central
Lions Club Bursary
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from All
schools will be considered for this award. No criteria.
Kelowna Chapter
Adoptive Families
Association Award
A student who has joined their family through adoption and has a
potential for his/her chosen field. Preferably the student will have
some need.
Kelowna Crime
Prevention
Association Bursary
To be awarded to students that are furthering their education in
police/law enforcement or criminology. Students must have been
involved in some community work.
Kelowna Curling
Club Bursary
Kelowna Daily
Courier Bursary
Student a member or family members of the Kelowna Curling Club.
Good marks, good citizenship, and financial need.
Applicant must have been a former Kelowna Daily Courier
newspaper carrier. Financial need is important.
Kelowna Golf &
Country Club Junior
Development
Bursary
Kelowna Hospital
Auxiliary
Educational Award
Kelowna Medical
Imaging Bursary
Kelowna Minor
Basketball
Association Award
Kelowna Minor
Football Award
Kelowna Minor
Hockey Bursary
Kelowna Minor
Lacrosse/Andy
Woods Memorial
Bursary
Kelowna
Professional
Firefighters Bursary
Kelowna Skating
Club Bursary
Kelowna Ultimate
Players/Josh Bernot
Memorial Bursary
Kelowna United FC
Soccer Award
A student who is a junior golf member of Kelowna Golf and Country
Club. An average or better student, demonstrates good character,
deportment and citizenship at the Club and in the community. An
average or better golfer and demonstrates a need for financial
assistance in order to pursue post-secondary studies, active
participation in Club's Junior Program and activities.
A student pursuing a career in a human health care field who in their
graduating year was a Candy Striper/Cadet/Junior Volunteer and/or a
child or grandchild of an active auxiliary member. Students MUST
submit a statement of volunteer hours from their Supervisor of
Volunteers at the Kelowna Hospital Auxiliary.
A student pursuing a career in Medical Health Sciences with emphasis
on diagnostic imaging (i.e. Radiology (X-Ray), Ultrasound or
Nuclear Medicine). However, this does not exclude other Health
Services.
A KMBA player or referee who was involved in our association for at
least three years.
A student who has been a participant in Minor Football for a
minimum of two years. Student must provide dates participated.
Need is a prime consideration.
A student currently playing hockey in Kelowna Minor Hockey
Association, and must have played hockey for at least three years in
Kelowna Minor Hockey.
A Minor Lacrosse player who played minor lacrosse in Kelowna in
his graduating midget year and who displayed leadership,
sportsmanship, knowledge of, and dedication to the game. Student
must also participate in other school/community activities
Student must continue to show leadership while being involved in
community service in and/or out of the school setting. A student who
is a son or daughter of an active or retired member of the Kelowna
Professional Firefighters Local 953.
A student who has been a Home Club member of the Kelowna
Skating Club for at least five years.
Awarded to a male and a female student who must be a member in
good standing of the Kelowna Ultimate Players Society. Student
must volunteer in the community in a sport capacity (i.e. coach,
referee, etc.)
Awarded to two players who have played soccer with Kelowna
United FC for a minimum of two years including their grad year.
Family participation in club activities may be considered.
Kelowna Youth
Soccer/Ron Hatch
Memorial Bursary
Applicant must have been a registered player with Kelowna Youth
Soccer Club for at least three years. Must currently be playing,
refereeing, coaching or involved in administrative work in soccer.
Kenneth B. Day
Memorial Bursary
KGCC Bryce Essler
Memorial Bursary
A student entering studies in the field of agriculture or a student
entering the trades profession.
A student who is a junior golf member of Kelowna Golf and Country
Club. An average or better student, demonstrates good character,
deportment and citizenship at the Club and in the community. An
average or better golfer and demonstrates a need for financial
assistance in order to pursue post-secondary studies, active
participation in Club's Junior Program and activities.
A student whose parent or grandparent is presently or has been a
member of a Kiwanis Club, and/or a student provides 25 volunteer
hours over and above the school minimum requirements to a Kiwanis
project of Community Service project. Student must attend postsecondary institution in BC.
Resident of Lake Country, attending education related to Agriculture,
Horticulture, Wine Industry or Environmental Engineering.
Kiwanis Club Of
Kelowna-Summit
Bursary
Lake Country
Garden Club
Lake Country Youth
Soccer Association
Award
Student must have a minimum of 3-4 years of playing, refereeing or
coaching with LCYSA.
Lance & Michelle
Academic achievement in Math and Sciences (very high level
Marshall Scholarship achiever). Additional involvement in community of school service or
sports. Preference to GES students but others may be considered.
Larry Nicholas
Memorial Bursary
Larry Pearson
Memorial Award
A student pursuing a career in outdoor recreation sports, physical
fitness or environment.
Awarded to a student who achieves academic excellence, is in need of
financial assistance. Interested in a career and studies in human
services with an emphasis on people who are marginalized.
Leonora & Dwight
Moody Bursary
A Canadian born student with a 'B' average or higher who is the son
or daughter of a widow or widower.
Lillian Nesbitt
Moore Memorial
Bursary
Lions Club Kelowna Central
Bursary
Lori Whyte
Memorial Bursary
A student who is a single parent.
No criteria. Student must attend post-secondary institution in BC.
Preferably an OKM female student with grades of 90%+ pursuing a
career in Horticulture, Business Administration, Communications or
Marketing.
Margaret-Anne
Smith Memorial
Bursary
May Bennett
Memorial Bursary
Mildred Lyness
Moore Bursary
Mindy Tran
Memorial Bursary
Mount Boucherie
Figure Skating Club
Bursary
National Bank
Financial Leadership
Award
Okanagan Business
Excellence Award
Student involved in Candy Striper Program and express desire to
continue post-secondary studies in health field.
Students do not need to apply as ALL COBSS applicants from ALL
schools will be considered for this award. No criteria. Alternating
schools, awarded to a good & deserving student.
A student who is a single parent.
A student who has been involved in school activities, shown
community involvement and overcome circumstances to achieve good
results in Grade 12. Financial need will be taken into consideration.
Recipient must have been a member of the MBSC and enrolled in a
Star Skate/Competitive program with our club during at least three of
the five high school years.
For any student entering first year at UBC-O. A student who displays
leadership as a socially conscious, global citizen. He/she shows a
generous spirit through activities of service and shares his/her talents
and energy to make the world a better place.
Awarded to a student of a family member of Okanagan Business
Excellence. If no one qualifies award to a student in financial need
Okanagan Business
Excellence Bursary
Financial need
Okanagan
Gymnastics Centre
Scholarship
Awarded to a student who is currently or has been a member of OGC
for a minimum of two years in the competitive program, men's or
women's Artistic or Trampoline and Tumbling or Arco. Must have a
minimum GPA of 3.25 (75%).
Recipient must have Japanese ancestry and be an offspring of an
Okanagan Japanese United Church member past or present.
Okanagan Japanese
United Church
Bursary
Okanagan Mainline
Real Estate Board
Central Div. Bursary
A student who is a son or daughter of a licensed realtor within the
Central Division of OMREB (from Peachland to Lake Country).
Okanagan Mission
Youth Soccer
Association Award
Award to be given to one male and one female. Recipients to be
chosen as follows - Okanagan Mission Youth Soccer player or a
person having a good record of service to the club; financial need.
Okanagan Pride
Society Youth
Award
The student has participated in activities that promote, foster and help
create a safe and accepting environment for LGBTI (Lesbian, Gay
Bisexual, Transgender/Transsexual & Intersexed) youth in their
school/community. Recipient is driven and passionate about
celebrating diversity and equality.
Okanagan Valley
Pregnancy Care
Centre 'True to You
Award'
Okanagan Valley
Pregnancy Care
Centre True to You
Award
Order Of Eastern
Star - Grand
Representative
Bursary
Paddy Malcolm
English Award
Paul Leinemann
Construction Bursary
To a student who has overcome an obstacle related to pregnancy or
parenting, or to a student going into the field of maternity care or
youth ministry.
Peachland Farmers
& Crafters Market
Award
Must be pursuing careers with creative, skilled and/or entrepreneurial
opportunities in any of the following areas: Home Economics,
Applied Skills/Technology, Visual Performing Arts, Business
Education or Computer Technology. Must have successfully
completed at least one course and/or some type of work experience in
their career choice area.
A student who is a B.C. Wildlife Federation member living on the
Westside and/or the son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter of a
member of the Peachland Sportsmen's Association.
Peachland
Sportsmen's
Association Bursary
To a student who has overcome an obstacle related to pregnancy or
parenting, or to a student going into the field of maternity care or
youth ministry.
A student enrolling in Nursing at Okanagan College or UBCO.
A student who is involved in the performing Arts, behind the scenes
or on stage. Continuing studies in this realm.
A student with need who is entering a program in the construction or
other building trades.
Peter & Mary Wiens
Bursary
Student must have significant financial need and/or faced challenging
circumstances, must have satisfactory academic performance &
money is to be used towards first year tuition fees.
Piano Performance
Scholarship
Awarded to students achieving a minimum of 70% in the practical
requirements of the RCM Grade 10 piano by February 15th of the
student's Grade 12 academic year. Students MUST provide proof of
70% or above from RCM to COBSS electronically or by mail prior to
March 15.
A student who works at a Quality Greens location for minimum of
nine months with good attendance and good performance reviews;
going into the field of agriculture/horticulture/children/animals. The
student must remain in Kelowna for their first year studies.
Quality Greens Farm
Market Award
Regency Retirement
Resorts Bursary
Must be an employee or son or daughter of an employee who works at
any one of the following Regency Retirement Resorts sites:
Sandalwood Retirement Resort, Missionwood Retirement Resort,
Westwood Retirement Resort, Northwood Retirement Resort &
Lakeshore Place.
Rev Albert Baldeo
Memorial Award
Robert Blaskovits
Memorial Bursary
Roger Tait Memorial
Award
Ron Gold
Scholarship
Rose Valley PAC
Award
Rutland Hospital
Auxiliary Bursary
Rutland Minor
Baseball Bursary
Rutland Youth
Soccer Club Bursary
Scouts Canada Central Okanagan
Area Award
Sean Proulx
Memorial Bursary
SICA - Howard
Strong Scholarship
Connection to St. Paul's United Church, financial need, involved in
community and community service. Student entering Arts or
Humanities at a recognized institute of higher education which may
include Christian Bible School.
Awarded to a student who has good marks (C+ average or higher) and
in need of assistance.
Awarded to a graduating student who has achieved in academics,
sports and leadership/citizenship. Must have attended Dr. Knox for
at least Grade 9.
A student who is Jewish and has a minimum 80% GPA.
A 'B' average, or better student who is also active in extra-curricular
activities and/or community service and/or athletics. Must have
attended Rose Valley for at least three years including Grade 6 (not
necessarily consecutively).
Student must reside in the Rutland area and be entering the Health
Care field.
A student who has played baseball in the Rutland Minor Baseball
Association for at least two years and/or whose family was actively
involved in the Association.
A needy student who has played, coached or refereed, or any
combination thereof, for at least three years with the Rutland Club, or
has been involved in some other Club capacity (i.e. executive or bingo
volunteering, etc.) and is currently involved in one of the above
capacities.
A student who has been an active registered member of Scouts
Canada or Girl Guides of Canada for a minimum of five years with at
least one year within the Central Okanagan Area of Scouts Canada
during the past twelve months. A grade 12 student proceeding to a
post-secondary institution or apprenticeship program. Demonstrates
financial need and a good academic achievement record.
A student who attended Springvalley Middle School, and exhibits
perseverance in the face of considerable difficulty in attaining
graduation.
Awarded to students to take training or further education in the
construction industry. Can be applied to tuition, textbooks for entry
into a construction trades apprenticeship or related program.
Sons Of
Norway/Tostenson
Memorial Bursary
An all-round student with an interest in Norwegian culture.
South Kelowna
Elementary PAC
Bursary
A student who attended South Kelowna Elementary for a minimum of
three years.
Springvalley Middle
School Bursary
A student who attended Springvalley Middle School for three years.
St. Charles Garnier
Catholic Womens'
League Bursary
Student must be a dependent of a St. Charles Garnier parishioner.
Must be a full-time student graduating from high school. Financial
need considered.
St. George's Masonic A student with a Masonic relationship (not necessarily directly related
Lodge #41 Bursary
but having any blood relationship).
Tara Lynn
MacKinlay
Memorial Bursary
The Three R's
Bursary
Truswell Memorial
Bursary
Tyler O'Farrell
Memorial Bursary
W.A.C. Bennett
Memorial Bursary
Watson Road PAC
Award
West Kelowna
Firefighters
Assoc/Jack Maddock
Memorial Bursary
A deserving student who demonstrates an interest in further studies
with animals.
Students must have financial need and demonstrate community
participation.
Financial need is a priority. A student who is pursuing a career in a
Health Care related field of studies.
Student must have applied to either a forestry/forestry technician
course at university, BCIT or community college. Preference to a
KSS student.
Theatre Arts student, (i.e.: on stage, back stage), and who will be
taking theatre-related post-secondary studies.
Student must have attended Watson Road Elementary for a minimum
of two years.
A student who is a relative, active or retired, of a Westside firefighter.
West Kelowna
Minor Hockey
Association Award
A student who has played or officiated within WMHA for at least
three years.
West Kelowna
Warriors Junior
Hockey Club
Scholarship
Westside Youth
Soccer Bursary
Given to a student that is graduating from Westside Minor Hockey
and must be attending post-secondary education.
Winfield Oldtimers'
Sports Assoc/Les
Schaefer Memorial
Bursary
Awarded to a male & female (one each). The individuals must have
played soccer with WYSA for a minimum of three years including
their grad year.
A student who is a dependent of a past or present member of
Winfield's Old-timers' Sports Association.
Girl Guides Of
Canada/Central
Okanagan Division
Bursary
To be awarded to a student in Kelowna and Lake Country schools. A
student who is a current active member and active participant of Girl
Guides of Canada, Central Okanagan Division. Must supply proof of
current membership in Girl Guides (IMIS Membership Number).
Rotary Club Kelowna/Capri
Bursary
Krueger Electrical
Excellence Award
Dr. Ron Rubadeau
Bursary Fund
A graduating student in SD23, who has shown leadership in the
school's Rotary Interact Club. Student must attend a post-secondary
institution in BC.
Awarded to all students with high participation and high academics
McMillan/McKenzie
Brothers Bursary
Okanagan Young
Authors' Conference
Award
PEO Sisterhood
Bursary
Royal Purple #56
Kelowna
Sam/Brian Janzen
Memorial Bursary
Travis Lefebvre
Dosch Memorial
Bursary
Vocals Unlimited
Music Bursary
Interior Savings
Credit Union
Bursary
Alan/Bea Elliot &
Family Bursary
Centenary Bursary
Average or better student; active in Music, Art, Drama, Practical Arts
(ie; Construction, Mechanics) or Writing; Sailor. Must be a member
of the Central Okanagan Sailing Association & must be a student of
SD 23.
Students need not apply as all COBSS applicants will be considered.
No criteria. Student from any public school in SD23 (not private
schools). Bursary to be used at any public post-secondary institution
in BC, plus Emily Carr College of Art.
The student must have promising talent as a writer as demonstrated by
previous accomplishment(s) in this field; be graduating from a SD23
(Central Okanagan) school; and have future plans to use and develop
his/her passion for writing.
Awarded to a female student pursuing post-secondary education at an
institution in BC. Financial assistance is necessary.
Preference will be given to students who are a relative of members of
the Royal Purple or Elks. Students will be a graduate of SD #23.
Describe your academic and future goals and your most rewarding
experience. Student must attend a post-secondary institution in BC.
Awarded to students pursuing career in trades. Preference given to
RSS students. If no students qualify then all other SD23 school
students to be considered.
Graduate from S.D. #23. Exceptional capabilities, well rounded
interests, good work ethic, recognized for citizenship previous two
years.
Awarded to a choral music student in SD#23 showing excellence in
their field and pursuing further education in the music area.
A student who has been a member in good standing of Interior
Savings for at least 12 months preceding date of application.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from the listed
schools will be considered for this award. No criteria.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from GES,
KSS, MBS, OKM and RSS will be considered for this award.
President of COBSS chooses students that are in public schools only.
Central Okanagan
Retired Teachers
Association Bursary
Graduate of a SD23 public school, pursuing a career in public
education.
Rotary Club Sunrise Bursary/Leo
Duhammel
Memorial Bursary
Need is primary. Citizenship and involvement within school and
community.
Rotary Club Sunrise Bursary/Wes
Gregory Memorial
Bursary
Need is primary. Citizenship and involvement within school and
community. Student must attend a post-secondary institution in BC.
St. Theresa's
Catholic Women's
League Of Canada
Bursary
Awarded to a female student who is a relative of a member of St.
Theresa's CWL or a dependent of a member of St. Theresa's Parish.
Financial need is a priority.
Sonia LaFontaine
Memorial Award
Allan/Karen Manarin
Bursary
A senior basketball player who was involved in organizing school
activities in Grade 12.
Awarded to an RSS female student with high financial need entering
an engineering program (degree or diploma). If no one meets the
criteria award to an RSS student with high financial need.
Barbara Kathleen St.
Paul Butler
Textbook Bursary
To be used by students wishing to enroll in post-secondary education
in Academic or Trades schools in Canada
Beth Patterson
Memorial Bursary
Bruce Stewart
Memorial Award
Davis Family Award
A female student with school and/or community service pursuing a
career in Commerce/real estate or teaching.
Students must show a strong work ethic. Preference given to
students who have attended Quigley Elementary.
Donor determines
Ellison Parks &
Recreation Society
Bursary
A student who is an Ellison resident and has resided in Ellison for a
least one year. The student must have attended Rutland Middle and
Rutland Senior Secondary School with financial need as a priority.
Elsie Burnell Pursuit
of Education Award
A student who has enriched the community by demonstrating a
generosity of spirit through their activities of service, who is a
progressive thinker dedicated to a cause and shares their talents and
energy while making the world a better place.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from RSS will
be considered for this award. No Criteria
Evelyn Mushta
Memorial Bursary
Frank Wostradowski
Award of Excellence
Garth Nelson
Bursary
Harold Murray
Memorial Bursary
Jessica Jack
Memorial Bursary
Knights Of
Columbus #10781
Award
Lions Club Kelowna/Rutland
Lions Club Kelowna/Rutland Alan Patterson
Memorial
Lorraine
Zimmerman
Memorial Bursary
Louise Booth
Memorial
Margaret Carney
Memorial Bursary
Mary Catherine
Neave Memorial
Bursary
Rutland Elementary
PAC Bursary
An RSS graduate, with preference given to those with a minimum of
five years enrolment in Rutland area public schools. A student
successfully completes and excels in one or more of the following
courses: Carpentry & Joinery, &/or Residential Construction
Program. A student that intends to further his/her career in the
construction trades either as a Carpenter or a Cabinet Maker/Joiner.
A student must display a strong work ethic and show great pride in
his/her work. Student must be a Canadian citizen. The award is for
future course fees &/or necessary tools and equipment of the
carpentry trade.
Career focus is trade related. Student to display leadership skills,
excellent work ethic, active in the community, promotes a healthy and
active lifestyle, displays mentorship skills and is compassionate
towards people and animals
A student pursuing a career in teaching.
Students furthering their education in Journalism, English studies,
Education, etc. Must have volunteered in the community or helped
assist others in various capacities.
Awarded to an RSS student who has a catholic religious affiliation
and is a member of KOFC. Must attend a post-secondary institution
in BC.
A student involved in school and/or community service and has
financial need. Student must attend post-secondary institution in BC.
A student pursuing a career in Communications and has financial
need. Student must be attending a post-secondary institution in BC. If
the student is not pursuing a career in communications, preference
should be given for support in a technical vocation. Student must
attend a post-secondary institution in BC.
A student demonstrating good citizenship and generosity of spirit
through contributions to the school body.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from RSS will
be considered for this award. No Criteria.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from RSS will
be considered for this award. Awarded to a Rutland Senior student.
A student who attended Ellison School and resides in Ellison. Must
have a high proficiency in Mathematics and English.
Awarded to a female and male student who must have attended
Rutland Elementary School for four years. Grades 3, 4, 5, & 6. Must
have attained either Principals List or Honor Roll for Grade 11 & 12
as well as Work Ethic. Show school leadership involvement or
Rutland Community involvement.
Rutland Middle
School PAC Bursary
A student who attended Rutland Middle School through Grades 7, 8
and 9 and who showed leadership or involvement in Rutland Middle
extra-curricular activities. This student must now have a good
academic standing, whose parent/guardian was involved in the PAC.
Rutland Senior
Secondary PAC
Bursary
Sandy Fugger
Memorial
Scholarship
Sandy Schafer
Memorial Art
Bursary
Shaun Crosby
Memorial Hockey
Award
South Rutland
Elementary PAC
Bursary
Stewart-Jensen
Award
Tom Carney
Memorial Bursary
Awarded to a son or daughter of a parent who has been attending
PAC meetings at RSS. Preference to a student with financial need.
A student demonstrating excellent leadership qualities who is
involved in school or community sports (team or individual) and is
involved in lifelong sports or activities.
A student who has proficiency in drawing and painting, or drama and
who plans studies or training in drawing and painting, or drama.
A student who has a keen interest in hockey who has been registered
with Kelowna Minor Hockey Association.
A student who attended a minimum of four years at South Rutland
Elementary and who is furthering his/her education at a recognized
post-secondary institution.
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from RSS will
be considered for this award. No criteria
Students do not need to apply as all COBSS applicants from RSS will
be considered for this award. Awarded to a Rutland Senior student.
No criteria