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Scotiabank Scholarship Series

The Scotiabank Scholarship Series is granted annually to students in the Bachelor of Integrated Studies Program (BIS) in the Fall semester (September) at the University of Prince Edward Island who are in the greatest financial need. Preference is given to students entering their first year of study. This scholarship is part of Scotiabank's commitment to education, focusing on direct student support through scholarships and programs that improve access to learning. The award was established through a $100,000 commitment from Scotiabank to the University of Prince Edward Island in support of scholarships. As Canada's most international bank, Scotiabank has formed unique partnerships between Canadian institutions and those in countries where they conduct business.

Rotary Club of Charlottetown Foundation Doris Bradley Awards

Beginning in the fall of 2020, the Rotary Club of Charlottetown Foundation Doris Bradley Awards will be granted to two students with a documented disability who has overcome barriers in their educational pursuits and has demonstrated leadership or volunteerism/community service. If there is only one qualifying recipient, the student will receive $2,000, the full value of both awards. The Rotary Club of Charlottetown was founded in 1917 and has a proud history of serving the residents of PEI. For many years, the Club has supported various awards at UPEI. In 2016, the Club renewed its commitment by supporting students with disabilities. Students with disabilities are applying to universities at unprecedented rates, with 433 students registered at UPEI for accessibility supports in 2016 compared to 126 in 2009. These awards assist students with disabilities with financial burdens and build confidence and pride critical to their overall success.

Robertson Accessibility Award

The Robertson Accessibility Award is granted to a student in their second year of study in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering program who is registered with UPEI Accessibility Services (mental health support) and is in financial need. If there are no qualifying Engineering candidates, a student in one of UPEI's STEM programs will be selected. If there are two equally qualifying candidates, preference will be given to a woman student. This award will be renewable for the successful recipient's third and fourth year of study. The award was established in 1980 when Susan Claire (Robertson) Cameron, daughter of Mark and Betty Robertson, graduated as one of the first two women with a Diploma of Engineering. This program supported the studies needed for a further degree in Mechanical Engineering from UNB, a career in the Royal Canadian Air Force and then as a professional in Project and Change Management. This award is offered to a student who may need support to pursue their goals. Additionally, this award is offered in recognition of the support from Susan Claire's father, Mark Robertson, who encouraged her to enter what was at the time a non-traditional field for women.