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Alexander Bradshaw Campbell University of Prince Edward Island Entrance Scholarships

This scholarship is granted annually to students entering their first undergraduate degree at the University of Prince Edward Island who have graduated from a Prince Edward Island high school with high academic standing, demonstrate strong academic promise as a university student, and are in need of financial support. The scholarship was established to honor Alexander Bradshaw Campbell, who served as Premier of Prince Edward Island from 1966 to 1978 and later joined the provincial Supreme Court. During his tenure, Premier Campbell focused on developing programs to strengthen the Province's economy, better social conditions, and foster understanding of the Province's history and cultural traditions. One of his greatest achievements was the creation of the University of Prince Edward Island. This scholarship endowment was made possible by individuals who were honored to call Alexander Bradshaw Campbell a colleague, mentor, fellow alumnus, and friend. The award recognizes students who demonstrate both academic excellence and financial need as they begin their university journey at UPEI.

Bourses de leadership et d'engagement

The Bourses de leadership et d'engagement (Leadership and Engagement Scholarship) program at Université Laval supports talented students demonstrating exceptional engagement in one of six activity sectors: artistic, entrepreneurial, environmental, scientific, social/humanitarian, and sports. This program is designed to support students financially throughout their undergraduate or graduate studies at Université Laval. The scholarship is available to students who have submitted a new admission application for the winter, summer, or fall 2026 session in a regular program (bachelor's, master's, or doctorate) at Université Laval. Award amounts vary by level of study, ranging from $6,000-$8,000 for bachelor's students, $10,000 for master's students, and up to $30,000 for doctoral students, distributed per academic session. The scholarship recognizes and rewards exceptional commitment and leadership in key areas that contribute to society and community development.

Trudeau Scholarship

The Trudeau Scholarship is offered by the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation, an independent and non-partisan charity established in 2001 as a living memorial to the former prime minister. Each year, the Foundation names up to fifteen Trudeau Scholars who are pursuing pressing social and public policy issues in the humanities and social sciences that affect the future of Canadian society. The scholarship provides substantial financial support to help doctoral students conduct their research and engage with policy-relevant issues. Recipients receive both a generous annual stipend and additional funding for research and travel to support their academic work and professional development.

Canada Graduate Research Scholarships - Doctoral Program

The Canada Graduate Research Scholarships - Doctoral (CGRS-D) program is a federal program of scholarships awarded through national competitions by the granting agencies: the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students pursuing research-based doctoral degrees across Canada. The scholarship provides financial support for up to 36 months at Canadian institutions only, with an annual value of $40,000 per year. Students can apply directly to the appropriate agency if not currently registered at a Canadian institution with a quota, or through their Canadian institution if currently registered. Results are announced on April 30th each year.

Robert and Ann Parsons Northern Scholar Award

The Robert and Ann Parsons Northern Scholar Award is designed to encourage North Bay and surrounding community high school students to study at Nipissing University. This award is presented to a full-time student entering the first year of a Bachelor of Arts (three year general, three year liberal or four year honours) degree at Nipissing University with a solid academic standing (minimum 75%). This award aims to recognize students who exemplify excellence among their peers in terms of academics, extra-curricular involvement and citizenship. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

The Katrina Sriranpong Bursary

The Katrina Sriranpong Bursary was created to support students across Canada who face financial challenges yet remain committed to advocating for human rights. Founded in 2025 by refugee lawyer and philanthropist Katrina Sriranpong, this $1,000 bursary provides meaningful assistance to help students focus on their education, pursue their passions, and create lasting change in their communities. Available to students from all majors across Canadian post-secondary institutions, the bursary recognizes and supports students who demonstrate both financial need and a dedication to human rights. The award helps reduce financial barriers, enabling recipients to focus on their studies and contribute meaningfully to their communities. One deserving student will receive the bursary to help cover educational expenses for the 2026–27 school year, designed to relieve some of the financial pressures of higher education.

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award

The Terry Fox Humanitarian Award is one of Canada's most prestigious scholarships, dedicated to honouring and advancing the humanitarian legacy of Terry Fox. The award recognizes Canadian students who demonstrate outstanding voluntary humanitarian work and service to their communities. Recipients receive financial support while pursuing their first university degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution. The program encourages Canadian youth to emulate Terry Fox's courage and determination through volunteer work and humanitarian services. The award is available to students graduating from secondary school or completing their first year of CÉGEP who have been involved in voluntary humanitarian activities for which they have not been compensated. Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic standing and a standard of humanitarian work and personal conduct that justifies the award. The program supports students of all abilities who are Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, or Permanent Residents. The award provides up to $28,000 dispersed over four years, with annual stipends of $7,000 issued directly to the recipient's institution in two installments. Recipients are eligible to receive the award until they graduate with their first university degree or diploma, for a maximum of four years, provided they continue to meet the program's academic and humanitarian standards.

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership

The TD Scholarships for Community Leadership recognize and support outstanding students in their final year of high school (outside Quebec) or CEGEP (in Quebec) who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to community leadership. Since 1995, TD has awarded millions in scholarships to young community leaders across Canada. Recipients receive up to $70,000 over four years ($10,000 annually for tuition and $7,500 annually for living expenses) to support their post-secondary education at a Canadian college or university. In addition to financial support, scholars receive opportunities for paid summer employment, peer networking, and mentorship. The program awards up to 20 scholarships annually to students from five regions across Canada: Atlantic Canada, Quebec, Ontario, Prairies/Northwest Territories/Nunavut, and British Columbia/Yukon. The scholarship emphasizes community impact over academic marks, requiring only a minimum average of 75% (outside Quebec) or an R score of 26 (in Quebec). TD evaluates applicants based on their demonstrated leadership in addressing social or community problems, such as environmental activism, social justice initiatives, mental health advocacy, or supporting marginalized communities.

Sri-Guggan Scholarship

The Sri-Guggan Scholarship is an annual scholarship established in memory of Sri-Guggan Sri-Skanda-Rajah, who dedicated his life to supporting multi-racial communities in Ontario, Canada from 1975 to 2012. This scholarship supports students pursuing higher studies and research at Canadian academic institutions on topics related to Sri-Guggan's legacy and contributions to Canadian society. The scholarship focuses on research areas including human rights and the law, racism and anti-racism, systemic racism in policing and the criminal justice system in Ontario, anti-ableism and rights of persons with disabilities, employment and pay equity in Ontario, refugee advocacy and support services, and youth empowerment. The program aims to empower students and researchers to advance inclusive education, bridging knowledge with compassion and shaping future leaders. Eligibility requires applicants to have been selected for admission to a Canadian institution and be pursuing degree studies related to Sri-Guggan's legacy topics. The scholarship is funded by donations and is part of a broader initiative to compile resources and encourage research into Sri-Guggan Sri-Skanda-Rajah's contributions to Canadian society and communities.