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41 Financial Assistance and Awards Financial Assistance and Awards Financial Assistance 3200 Maggie Benston Student Services Centre (604) 294-8600 Registrar Information Service (Touch Tone service only), (604) 291-4356 general enquiries, (604) 291-4722 Fax, http://www.reg.sfu.ca/StudentServices/ CommunityMember/Calendar/UndergraduateStudies/ UFinancialAssistance/UFinAssmain.html Introduction Students are eligible for a variety of financial assistance programs including entrance or continuing scholarships, bursaries, awards, and loans. Scholarships recognize outstanding academic achievements; bursaries are awarded on the basis of financial need; awards generally acknowledge outstanding achievements or contributions to the community. Government student loans are awarded on the basis of financial need by the student’s province of residence. Emergency loans are available from Simon Fraser University to students in short term financial crisis. These programs are administered by one of three agencies: Simon Fraser University (University administered), an external organization (Externally administered), or a government (Government administered). Eligibility Students entering Simon Fraser University from secondary or high school, or transferring from a regional college or university, may be eligible for: • Simon Fraser University Entrance Scholarships • Bursaries • Awards for the University community • Canada Student Loan/BC Student Assistance Program Students re-entering Simon Fraser University may apply for: • Scholarships for continuing students • Bursaries • Awards for the University community • Canada Student Loans/BC Student Loan and Assistance Program Deadlines Unless an award specifies a particular date, the deadlines are as follows. University administered programs Entrance Scholarships • February 28 Scholarships for continuing students • end of week 2 of classes Bursaries • end of week 2 of classes Externally administered programs • see the specific award for deadlines. Government administered programs Government student loans • at least 8 weeks before semester General Information and Regulations The following regulations apply generally to all types of financial assistance administered by the University. • All scholarships, awards and bursaries are given on the recommendation of the senate undergraduate awards adjudication committee. Decisions of the committee, when announced, are final. • The University does not guarantee the payment of any scholarships, awards or bursaries listed in the Calendar other than those provided directly from funds of the University. If invested funds do not provide the necessary income for an endowed scholarship, award or bursary payment of the award may be reduced or the award withheld. The University reserves the right to withhold awards donated by individuals or organizations where the funds required have not actually been received. • The University reserves the right to refrain from making an award if, in its opinion, none of the applicants meets the terms specified. • The individual student is responsible for knowing the deadlines, proper completion of the application forms and supplying all appropriate documentation for the various scholarships, awards and bursaries. Incomplete applications may be rejected. • The senate policy committee on scholarships, awards and bursaries ensures that all scholarships, awards and bursaries administered by the University or listed in its Calendar, are in the best interests of the University as an academic institution. The terms of reference for scholarships, awards and bursaries should not include restrictive criteria unrelated to academic merit or financial need such as race, creed, colour, sex, or national origin, when the committee determines these criteria are improper or irrelevant. • The senate undergraduate awards adjudication committee has the right to give special consideration to course load requirements on scholarships, awards or bursaries for persons with disabilities who are unable to meet the course load requirements due to the nature of their disability. Supporting documentation may be required. • Students who misrepresent themselves on application forms for scholarships, awards or bursaries will be subject to disciplinary action. • Any regulations which apply to a specific category of financial assistance are given within that particular subsection. Contents University administered programs .................. 42 University administered entrance scholarships ... 42 For BC secondary school students; application required ......................................... 42 For BC secondary school students; no application required .................................... 42 For Canadian high school students ................. 42 For BC college students .................................. 42 Other entrance scholarships ............................... 42 Scholarships for continuing students .................. 43 Open Undergraduate Scholarship Program .... 43 Scholarships for all students ............................ 43 Scholarships for Applied Sciences students .... 44 Scholarships for Arts students ......................... 44 Scholarships for Business Administration students .................... 45 Scholarships for Education students ............... 46 Scholarships for Science students ................... 47 Scholarships for student athletes ..................... 47 Bursaries ............................................................. 48 Bursaries for all students ................................. 48 Bursaries for Applied Sciences students ......... 52 Bursaries for Arts students .............................. 53 Bursaries for Business Administration students 54 Bursaries for Education students ..................... 55 Bursaries for Science students ........................ 55 Bursaries for student athletes .......................... 56 Awards for the University community .................. 56 Awards for all students .................................... 56 Awards for Applied Sciences students ............ 58 Awards for Arts students .................................. 59 Awards for Business Administration students .. 61 Awards for Education students ........................ 61 Awards for Science students ........................... 61 Awards for student athletes ............................. 62 University administered loans ............................. 65 Student Emergency Loan Fund ....................... 65 Externally administered programs .................. 66 Externally administered entrance scholarships ... 66 External entrance scholarships for all students .................................................. 66 Externally administered scholarships for continuing students ............................................. 67 External scholarships for all students .............. 67 External scholarships for Applied Sciences students ......................... 77 External scholarships for Arts students ........... 77 External scholarships for Business Administration students ............... 78 External scholarships for Education students .. 79 External scholarships for Science students ..... 79 Externally administered bursaries ....................... 80 External bursaries for all students ................... 80 External bursaries for Arts students ................. 83 External bursaries for Science students .......... 83 Externally administered awards .......................... 83 External awards for all students ....................... 83 External awards for Applied Sciences students ......................... 87 External awards for Arts students .................... 87 External awards for Science students ............. 87 External loans ..................................................... 87 Government administered programs .............. 88 Canadian Armed Forces Subsidization Plans ..... 88 Government loans ............................................... 88 Canada Student Loan/ BC Student Assistance .................................... 88 International student loans .................................. 88 Government part-time grants/loans .................... 89 Grants for students with permanent disabilities ............................... 89 Grants for female doctoral students ................. 89 Work-Study program ........................................... 89 For more information ........................................... 89 Index ................................................................... 89

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Financial Assistance and Awards

Financial Assistance3200 Maggie Benston Student Services Centre(604) 294-8600 Registrar Information Service (TouchTone service only), (604) 291-4356 generalenquiries, (604) 291-4722 Fax,http://www.reg.sfu.ca/StudentServices/CommunityMember/Calendar/UndergraduateStudies/UFinancialAssistance/UFinAssmain.html

IntroductionStudents are eligible for a variety of financialassistance programs including entrance or continuingscholarships, bursaries, awards, and loans.Scholarships recognize outstanding academicachievements; bursaries are awarded on the basisof financial need; awards generally acknowledgeoutstanding achievements or contributions to thecommunity. Government student loans are awardedon the basis of financial need by the student’sprovince of residence. Emergency loans areavailable from Simon Fraser University to students inshort term financial crisis.

These programs are administered by one of threeagencies: Simon Fraser University (Universityadministered), an external organization (Externallyadministered), or a government (Governmentadministered).

EligibilityStudents entering Simon Fraser University fromsecondary or high school, or transferring from aregional college or university, may be eligible for:• Simon Fraser University Entrance Scholarships• Bursaries• Awards for the University community• Canada Student Loan/BC Student Assistance

Program

Students re-entering Simon Fraser University mayapply for:• Scholarships for continuing students• Bursaries• Awards for the University community• Canada Student Loans/BC Student Loan and

Assistance Program

DeadlinesUnless an award specifies a particular date, thedeadlines are as follows.

University administered programsEntrance Scholarships• February 28

Scholarships for continuing students• end of week 2 of classes

Bursaries• end of week 2 of classes

Externally administered programs• see the specific award for deadlines.

Government administered programsGovernment student loans• at least 8 weeks before semester

General Information andRegulationsThe following regulations apply generally to all typesof financial assistance administered by theUniversity.• All scholarships, awards and bursaries are given on

the recommendation of the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee. Decisions of thecommittee, when announced, are final.

• The University does not guarantee the payment ofany scholarships, awards or bursaries listed in theCalendar other than those provided directly fromfunds of the University. If invested funds do notprovide the necessary income for an endowedscholarship, award or bursary payment of the awardmay be reduced or the award withheld. TheUniversity reserves the right to withhold awardsdonated by individuals or organizations where thefunds required have not actually been received.

• The University reserves the right to refrain frommaking an award if, in its opinion, none of theapplicants meets the terms specified.

• The individual student is responsible for knowingthe deadlines, proper completion of the applicationforms and supplying all appropriate documentation

for the various scholarships, awards and bursaries.Incomplete applications may be rejected.

• The senate policy committee on scholarships,awards and bursaries ensures that all scholarships,awards and bursaries administered by theUniversity or listed in its Calendar, are in the bestinterests of the University as an academicinstitution. The terms of reference for scholarships,awards and bursaries should not include restrictivecriteria unrelated to academic merit or financialneed such as race, creed, colour, sex, or nationalorigin, when the committee determines thesecriteria are improper or irrelevant.

• The senate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee has the right to give specialconsideration to course load requirements onscholarships, awards or bursaries for persons withdisabilities who are unable to meet the course loadrequirements due to the nature of their disability.Supporting documentation may be required.

• Students who misrepresent themselves onapplication forms for scholarships, awards orbursaries will be subject to disciplinary action.

• Any regulations which apply to a specific categoryof financial assistance are given within thatparticular subsection.

ContentsUniversity administered programs .................. 42University administered entrance scholarships ... 42

For BC secondary school students;application required ......................................... 42For BC secondary school students;no application required .................................... 42For Canadian high school students ................. 42For BC college students .................................. 42

Other entrance scholarships ............................... 42Scholarships for continuing students .................. 43

Open Undergraduate Scholarship Program .... 43Scholarships for all students ............................ 43Scholarships for Applied Sciences students .... 44Scholarships for Arts students ......................... 44Scholarships forBusiness Administration students .................... 45Scholarships for Education students ............... 46Scholarships for Science students ................... 47Scholarships for student athletes ..................... 47

Bursaries ............................................................. 48Bursaries for all students ................................. 48Bursaries for Applied Sciences students ......... 52Bursaries for Arts students .............................. 53Bursaries for Business Administration students 54Bursaries for Education students ..................... 55Bursaries for Science students ........................ 55Bursaries for student athletes .......................... 56

Awards for the University community .................. 56Awards for all students .................................... 56Awards for Applied Sciences students ............ 58Awards for Arts students .................................. 59Awards for Business Administration students .. 61Awards for Education students ........................ 61Awards for Science students ........................... 61Awards for student athletes ............................. 62

University administered loans ............................. 65Student Emergency Loan Fund ....................... 65

Externally administered programs .................. 66Externally administered entrance scholarships ... 66

External entrance scholarshipsfor all students .................................................. 66

Externally administered scholarships forcontinuing students ............................................. 67

External scholarships for all students .............. 67External scholarshipsfor Applied Sciences students ......................... 77External scholarships for Arts students ........... 77External scholarshipsfor Business Administration students ............... 78External scholarships for Education students .. 79External scholarships for Science students ..... 79

Externally administered bursaries ....................... 80External bursaries for all students ................... 80External bursaries for Arts students ................. 83External bursaries for Science students .......... 83

Externally administered awards .......................... 83External awards for all students ....................... 83External awardsfor Applied Sciences students ......................... 87External awards for Arts students .................... 87External awards for Science students ............. 87

External loans ..................................................... 87

Government administered programs .............. 88Canadian Armed Forces Subsidization Plans ..... 88Government loans ............................................... 88

Canada Student Loan/BC Student Assistance .................................... 88

International student loans .................................. 88Government part-time grants/loans .................... 89

Grants for studentswith permanent disabilities ............................... 89Grants for female doctoral students ................. 89

Work-Study program ........................................... 89For more information ........................................... 89Index ................................................................... 89

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University administeredprograms

University administered entrancescholarshipsStudent Recruitment, Office of the Registrar, MaggieBenston Student Services Centre, Tel (604) 291-3224 general enquiries, Fax (604) 291-4722,www.reg.sfu.ca

The University awards entrance scholarships tooutstanding students from across Canada. Ourentrance scholarship program recognizes theexceptional academic and community achievementsof students attending British Columbia secondaryschools, Canadian high schools, and BritishColumbia colleges.

The scholarships described below reflect ourprogram as it currently exists. For completedescriptions and information applicable to studentsentering the University in the fall of 2000, pleaserefer to the entrance scholarship brochure andapplication material, available in December 1999.

All scholarship applicants should have high academicstanding. Please read carefully the applicationrequirements sections in the scholarship brochure,as not all scholarships require application.

Applicants must be Canadian citizens or PermanentResidents to qualify for all entrance scholarships,except for the Stanley Morisse Memorial Scholarship.All scholars must meet certain academic andregistration requirements for complete disbursementof funds. Full details and application forms areavailable from Student Recruitment, and fromwww.reg.sfu.ca

For BC secondary school students;application required$30,000 Simon Fraser ScholarshipRecognizes excellent academic performance andpotential. Distributed over eight semesters.

$25,000 Simon Fraser Alumni LeadershipScholarshipRecognize extraordinary leadership, communityservice, citizenship, and achievement of highacademic standing. Distributed over eight semesters.

$20,000 Gordon M. Shrum ScholarshipsRecognizes high academic standing and acommitment to school and community service,leadership, volunteer activity, the arts, or athletics.Distributed over eight semesters.

$7,000 Dean’s ScholarshipsDean’s Scholarships are awarded within each of thefaculties of Applied Sciences, Arts, businessadministration, Education, and Science, to recognizeacademic achievement and potential in a particulararea of study. Distributed over four semesters.Winners may qualify for a one-time $500 travelallowance. Students may qualify for the OpenScholarship, following the end of the scholarshipdisbursements.

For BC secondary school students;no application requiredNo applications are required for the followingscholarships; all entering BC 12 students areconsidered automatically. Each scholarship consistsof $3,500 distributed over two semesters; winnersmay receive a one-time $500 travel allowance.Students may qualify for the Open Scholarship,following the end of the scholarship disbursements.For more information, contact Student Recruitment.

Jack Diamond ScholarshipsRecognize academic and athletic excellence.Potential candidates are nominated by our director ofRecreation and Athletics.

BC Regional Summit ScholarshipsRecognize academic excellence of students fromeach BC college region.

Summit ScholarshipsRecognize academic excellence.

Tadeusz Specht Memorial Scholarship in AppliedScienceRecognize academic merit. Awarded to studentsentering the Faculty of Applied Sciences andpursuing studies in the fields of kinesiology or otherhealth-related sciences.

Tadeusz Specht Memorial Scholarship in ScienceRecognize academic merit. Awarded to studentsentering the Faculty of Science and pursuing studiesin the fields of biology, microbiology, chemistry,biochemistry, or other health-related sciences.

For Canadian high school studentsBC secondary school students are not eligible forCanadian high school entrance scholarships.

$20,000 Gordon M. Shrum National ScholarshipsRecognizes high academic standing andcommitment to school and community service,volunteer activity, arts, or athletics. Distributed overeight semesters. Scholarship also has $2,000 travelallowance.

The following scholarships consist of $3,500distributed over two semesters. Students may qualifyfor the Open Scholarship, following the end of thescholarship disbursements. For more information,contact Student Recruitment.

$3,500 Kenneth Strand National ScholarshipsRecognize academic excellence. Scholarship alsohas one-time $1,000 travel allowance.

$3,500 Jack Diamond National EntranceScholarshipsRecognize academic and athletic excellence.Scholarship also has one-time $1,000 travelallowance. Potential candidates for the JackDiamond Scholarships are identified by SimonFraser University, and nominated by our director ofRecreation and Athletics.

$3,500 Tadeusz Specht Memorial Scholarships inApplied SciencesRecognize academic merit. Awarded to studentsentering the Faculty of Applied Sciences andpursuing studies in the fields of kinesiology or otherhealth-related sciences. Scholarship also has one-time $1,000 travel allowance.

$3,500 Tadeusz Specht Memorial Scholarships inScienceRecognize academic merit. Awarded to studentsentering the Faculty of Science and pursuing studiesin biology, microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry, orother health-related sciences. Scholarship also hasone-time $1,000 travel allowance.

For BC college students$10,000 Honourable William M. HamiltonScholarshipRecognizes high academic achievement andleadership potential. Distributed over four semesters.Winners may also receive one-time $500 travelallowance. Students may qualify for the OpenScholarship, following the end of the scholarshipdisbursements.

The $3,500 Ken Caple ScholarshipsRecognize outstanding academic performance.Distributed over two semesters. Winners may alsoreceive one-time $500 travel allowance. Studentsmay qualify for the Open Scholarship, following theend of the scholarship disbursements.

$7,000 Dean’s ScholarshipsDean’s Scholarships are awarded within each of thefaculties of Applied Sciences, Arts, businessadministration, Education, and Science, to recognizeacademic promise in a particular area of study.Distributed over four semesters. Winners may alsoreceive one-time $500 travel allowance. Studentsmay qualify for the Open Scholarship, following theend of the scholarship disbursements.

BC College scholarship application deadlines:March 1, 1999 for admission to the 1999 summersemester, June 1, 1999 for the fall, and October 1,1999 for spring semester 2000.

Other entrance scholarshipsColumbia College Entrance ScholarshipThis award provides financial support for an alumnusof Columbia College who will be attending SimonFraser University. The award may be disbursed overone or two semesters, pending interest income fromthe endowment fund. Applicants must havegraduated from Columbia College and be registeredat Simon Fraser and show distinct promise ofachievement at the undergraduate level. Applicantsmust also provide a letter of application and resumesummarizing all awards, medals and prizes,leadership initiatives, and service as well as twoletters of reference and certified copy of schooltranscript. Submit all documentation to FinancialAssistance at Simon Fraser University by May 30th.

Mona F. East Memorial Entrance ScholarshipThis fund provides a scholarship annually for thestudent who is graduating from SimilkameenSecondary School with the highest standing and whowill be attending Simon Fraser University. Theamount of the award will vary, depending upon theaccrued interest of the fund.

Daniel Janzen Memorial ScholarshipThis scholarship, equal in value to the accruedinterest, will be awarded to an undergraduate studentwho is transferring to Simon Fraser from UniversityCollege of the Fraser Valley. Preference will be givento a student who is pursuing studies in economicsand/or business administration. The scholarship isbased on academic merit and applicants must have aminimum CGPA of 3.33 (B+) at University College ofthe Fraser Valley. Please provide a copy of yourtranscript along with your scholarship application.

Stanley Morisse Memorial ScholarshipThe Stanley Morisse Memorial Scholarship isawarded to students transferring from the Universityof Cyprus. The amount of the award is determined bythe amount of interest earned on the endowment.For further information, contact Student Recruitment.

Phi Theta Kappa International $3,500 SummitScholarshipsUp to three entrance scholarships valued at $1,750in each of the first two semesters are made availablefor each of the three admission semesters (fall,spring, and summer) for Phi Theta Kappa memberswith a minimum 3.75 GPA. Students who maintain aminimum 3.75 GPA may then qualify for the OpenScholarship valued at the domestic tuition rate(currently $77 per credit hour based on registration inthe next semester). The student also receives a $500travel grant in the first semester of registration. Aminimum of 30 credit hours required. No citizenshiprestrictions. Part-time students and students with aprevious bachelors degre are not eligible. All figuresquoted in Canadian dollars.

Deadlines: fall semester 1999 – immediately; springsemester 2000 – September 30, 1999; summersemester 2000 – January 14, 2000; fall semester2000 – March 10, 2000.

Contact: Rick Smith, Director, Student Recruitment,Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6,Canada. Tel (604) 291-4970; e-mail [email protected]

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Rotary Club of Vancouver Sunrise EntranceScholarshipThe Rotary Club of Vancouver Sunrise provides anannual entrance scholarship from the interest earnedon the endowment. The scholarship will be based onacademic merit with preference for an enteringstudent from King George Secondary School. Therecipient of the scholarship will be invited to make apresentation at a meeting of the Rotary Club ofVancouver Sunrise.

Scholarships for continuingstudentsRegulationsThe following regulations govern all university,private and endowed scholarships for continuingstudents over which the University has jurisdiction.Many of the following scholarships have been madepossible by generous donations.

• A minimum 3.50 CGPA is required to be eligible fora scholarship.

• The student must be registered in a minimum ofnine semester hours of normally graded courses inthe semester of eligibility, unless otherwisestipulated. Challenge, audit and credit free coursesare not considered. Students who register in fewerthan nine semester hours or subsequently dropbelow nine hours may have their scholarshipscancelled.

• The student must have completed at least ninesemester hours of normal graded courses at theUniversity to be considered for most private andendowed scholarships.

• A student holding an ongoing Simon FraserUniversity entrance scholarship is not eligible forprivate scholarships until the entrance scholarshipis fully paid out.

• Funds will be credited to the successful student’saccount with the University. Outstanding debts tothe University will be deducted from the scholarshipfunds before a cheque for the credit balance isissued.

• The student must apply on the Simon FraserUniversity Private Scholarship application form. It isthe student’s responsibility to meet applicabledeadlines and supply all required documentation.Incomplete applications may be rejected.

• Unless otherwise stated, scholarships are tenableonly at Simon Fraser University.

• Candidates are permitted to hold concurrently morethan one academic award only with the permissionof Financial Assistance.

• Scholarships are tenable for the semester indicatedon the notice and will not normally be deferred.Students who do not register in the semester forwhich the scholarship is granted forfeit the award.To be considered for private or endowedscholarships in future semesters of registration,students must reapply.

Open Undergraduate ScholarshipProgramThe Undergraduate Open Scholarship recognizesand supports undergraduate students who are highlyqualified academically and awards scholarships tostudents on a semester by semester basis.

EligibilityEligibility is limited to students pursuing a first degreeat Simon Fraser University. Eligibility will expire whena student’s total accumulated credit hours (includingtransfer credits) exceed by 10% the minimumnumber of credit hours required to complete thedegree program in which the student is registered.(e.g., a student whose major program requires 120credit hours to graduate becomes ineligible whenher/his total accumulated credit and transfer creditexceeds 132 credit hours.)

To qualify, a student must have• a minimum Simon Fraser University cumulative

grade point average of at least 3.60, with theeligible CGPA set according to the availability offunds. The threshold CGPA will be set as low aspermitted by the availability of funds. (For example,the minimum CGPA requirement for eligibility wasset at 3.70 in 1998-2, 1998-3, and 1999-1.)

• a minimum semester GPA of 3.5 in the lastsemester of registration

• been registered in one of the last three semesters• completed at least 24 credit hours of normally

graded courses over their last three semesters ofregistration in such courses. For students who fallshort of the 24 credit hour requirement because onesemester’s registration was in a single course offive credits or less, the last four semesters will beconsidered, and that semester of one course will beset aside in determining credit hour and semesterGPA eligibility.

All eligibility requirements must be met.

Monetary ValueThe value of the scholarship is set each year by theUniversity as a portion of the actual tuition costsaccrued by those eligible. In fiscal 1998/99, thescholarship was paid at rate of $77 per credit fornormally graded courses in the semester.

PDP students in EDUC 401/402 or 405 will benotified if they are eligible.

Co-operative Education students will be eligiblesubject to normal program guidelines. Job practicumcourses, however, are excluded from the calculations(i.e., the scholarship does not cover the co-op fee).Co-op students should seek advice about thisscholarship before registering in normally-gradedcourses while also registering in a co-op semester.

Visa students are eligible on the same basis as otherstudents.

Graduate students, including qualifying, special andexchange students, are not eligible for thisscholarship.

No application is required. All students areconsidered for eligibility each semester; eligiblestudents will be notified no later than the end of thefourth week of classes.

Scholarships for all studentsHy Aisenstat ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-517Value: 3 @ $2,500Awarded: spring, summer, fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students withexperience in the hospitality industry who arereturning to University. Please document eligibility.

Alumni Association of SFU Annual ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-288Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: The Alumni Association of SFUScholarship provides an annual scholarship of $500in the spring semester to five students, one in eachof the five faculties (applied schiences, arts, businessadmin, education and science) and a $500scholarship to a student athlete. The scholarship isbased on academic merit.

Alumni Scholarship and Bursary EndowmentFundProgram code: UESO-253Value: up to $500Awarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: Undergraduate students whomeet the minimum scholarship regulations.

B.C.Telephone Company ScholarshipsProgram code: UPSO-209Value: 2 @ $1,250Awarded: spring.Terms of reference: Undergraduate students, from

any discipline, who are in their second, third or fourthyear of study. The scholarships will be awarded onthe basis of scholastic ability and communityinvolvement either at Simon Fraser University orelsewhere. Both criteria must be clearly indicated bydocumentation. Preference will be given to Canadiancitizens or permanent residents.

Hughes Aircraft Native Indian ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-278Value: $750Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A native undergraduate studentwith high academic standing at Simon FraserUniversity. Preference will be given to studentsmajoring in engineering science, computing science,mathematics, physics or business administration.

India Club ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-225Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: A fourth year student with highacademic standing who has demonstrated goodcitizenship and community service. The letter ofapplication should discuss the individual’scontributions toward enhancing cross-culturalharmony and communication in the Universitystudent body and/or in the community at large.

Japanese-Canadian Centennial ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-255Value: $750Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A Japanese-Canadian studentresiding in British Columbia and enrolled in the firstyear of study at Simon Fraser University. Eligibilityfor this scholarship will be based on scholastic ability,character, promise of achievement and participationin extracurricular activities. Applications will beconsidered from first year students.

Howie Larke Sport InformationProgram code: UEAA-052Value: $60Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full time undergraduatestudent involved in sport information. The scholarshipwill be based on academic merit.

Joseph and Rosalie Segal ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-254Value: $800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students with good academicrecords, and demonstrated service to the Universityor the community. The awards will be open tostudents in any faculty who have completed at least60 credit hours of study.

Sulzer Bingham Pumps Inc. UndergraduateScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-286Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to an undergraduatestudent in any faculty based on academic merit.Preference will be given to applicants who are SulzerBingham employees; sons, daughters or legaldependents of Sulzer Bingham Pumps Inc.employees; or residents of Burnaby.

Trans Mountain Pipeline Company LtdProgram code: UPSO-248Value: 2 @ $1,000Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in anyFaculty based on academic merit. The applicationshould include a résumé and letter from the studentoutlining their interest in, and career plansconcerning, environmental science and technologyor environmental protection.

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University Women’s Club of VancouverScholarshipProgram code: UESO-526Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Awarded to an undergraduatestudent in any faculty based on scholastic merit.

Scholarships for Applied SciencesstudentsAssociation of Professional Engineers andGeoscientistsProgram code: UPSO-275Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student with a high academicstanding who is entering the second year ofengineering science at Simon Fraser University. Theassessment of academic standing will be based uponprevious performance during the first year ofengineering at another BC post-secondary institution.The award will be made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on thenomination of the School of Engineering Sciencescholarship committee.

Paul Coté Endowment Scholarship inEngineeringProgram code: UESO-213Value: $400Awarded: springTerms of reference: To an engineering sciencestudent registered in the Faculty of Applied Science.The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of highacademic performance to a student who hascompleted at least 60 credit hours at Simon FraserUniversity. This scholarship has been established byThe Board of Governors.

CREO Electronics Corporation ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-214Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: To engineering science studentsin the Faculty of Applied Science, who havesuccessfully completed at least one year. Studentswill require a nomination from the Faculty, who willgive consideration to academic standing as well astalent and interest expressed by the student inelectro-optics, precision mechanics orinstrumentation.

Harold Hancheroff Memorial Scholarship inSports EducationProgram code: UESO-523Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: To a full time student in theSchool of Kinesiology, who is pursuing an honorsdegree in sports education. The scholarship is alsobased upon academic merit.

Hughes Aircraft of Canada LimitedProgram code: UPSO-279Value: $750Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student withhigh academic standing who is entering or in theirthird year of engineering science, computing scienceor management and systems science at SimonFraser University.

Ken and Su Jang Scholarship for Women inScienceProgram code: UESO-276Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate femalestudent in the Faculty of Applied Sciences or theFaculty of Science. The award will be based onacademic merit.

Fred and Elaine Moonen Scholarship inCommunicationProgram code: UESO-266Value: 2 @ $1,000Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: Students majoring incommunication entering their fourth year of thecommunication program. Preference will be given tostudents in the honors program. A recommendationfrom the chair of the School of Communication isrequired.

Motorola Wireless Data GroupProgram code: UPSO-237Value: $1,500 disbursed in 2 equal installmentsAwarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student.Preference will be given to students in computingscience who have a data communicationsorientation. While scholarship will be the primaryfactor for the adjudication of the award considerationmay be given to the student’s financial need.

MDSI Mobile Data Solutions Inc. / Peter KamScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-289Value: $1,500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted based on academicmerit to an undergraduate student in a major orhonors program in the School of EngineeringScience, computer engineering option or in theSchool of Computing Science. The successfulcandidate should have a cgpa of 3.8 and will havedistinguished him/her self in an innovative manner ina project or assignment in the spirit of creativity andexploration exemplified by Mr. Peter Kam.Applications should include recommendations fromhis/her faculty supervisor.

J. Newton Robinson Memorial ScholarshipEndowment FundProgram code: UESO-242Value: $200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A computing science major, whohas completed 60 credit hours at Simon Fraser. Thescholarship will be based upon academicperformance. This endowment has been establishedin memory of J.Newton Robinson, former member ofthe Simon Fraser University Board of Governors.

PMC-Sierra Incorporated Scholarship inEngineeringProgram code: UPSO-290Value: $1,500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Based on academic merit, willbe granted annually in any semester. Thescholarship will be awarded to an undergraduateengineering student who has completed his/her thirdyear and who is currently registered in either theelectronics engineering option or the computerengineering option.

Scientific Atlanta Canada Inc., Nexus DivisionScholarshipProgram code: UESO-239Value: 2 @ $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Fourth year engineeringstudents whose studies include high frequencyelectronics and related disciplines. High academicachievement and a nomination from the applicabledepartment is required.

Paul and Helen Trussell Science ScholarshipFundProgram code: UESO-265Value: 1 @ $20,000 payable @ $5,000 for 4consecutive yrs.Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student entering their last twoyears of undergraduate study at a BC university orcollege. The applicant must be a Canadian citizen or

Permanent Resident, and have completed secondaryschooling in the Kootenay-Boundary area (SchoolDistricts No. 1–13 inclusive). To qualify, a candidatemust be pursuing an undergraduate program leadingto at least a master’s or PhD degree in natural orapplied sciences, such as agriculture, engineering,forestry and fisheries. The award will cover the lasttwo undergraduate years and the first two graduateyears. Normally, a student must complete a minimumof 12 credit hours of graded course work eachsemester during tenure of the scholarship andmaintain a 75% average.

University Women’s Club of VancouverProgram code: UESO-260Value: $1,300Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A female student enrolled in theFaculty of Science. The award is open to third orfourth year students majoring in science or appliedscience programs. A recommendation from the Deanof Science and/or the Dean of Applied Science isrequired.

Vancouver Stock Exchange ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-250Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Two co-op students enteringtheir graduating year with a major in computingscience or the Management and Systems ScienceProgram with a demonstrated interest in business. Ifthe students are in computing science, the studentsshould have a minor in business administration or adouble major in computing science and businessadministration, or a joint major in business andcomputing science. A statement confirming aninterest in business should accompany theapplications/nominations. The awards will be madeby the senate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the nomination of the co-op co-ordinator of computing science/MSSC.

Scholarships for Arts studentsFather Michael Bach Memorial Endowment FundProgram code: UESO-256Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate studentenrolled in either the third or fourth year of thehumanities program. Friends, relatives andcolleagues of the late Father Michael Bach haveestablished an endowment fund to support one ormore scholarships in the Humanities Program. Theaward will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee on the nomination ofthe department in recognition of outstandingscholastic ability.

Mary Batchelor Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-257Value: $700Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student in the psychologymajor or honors program. Selection by thepsychology department will be based upon academicachievement and extracurricular involvement.Applicants must have completed at least 60 credithours, of which 30 hours are of Simon FraserUniversity course work, and must also include aresumé with their applications.

Arthur and Eva Bell Award in BusinessAdministration or EconomicsProgram code: UPSO-203Value: 2 @ $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students in second, third orfourth year of business administration or economics.Eligibility is based on need for financial assistanceand high academic standing. Students must providea copy of their current transcript with the application.

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BOMA Undergraduate Scholarship in UrbanStudiesProgram code: UESO-306Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Awarded to an undergraduatestudent in the certificate in urban studies programbased on scholastic merit.

Linda Brideau Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-206Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student, whois majoring in criminology. The award will be basedon academic excellence and preference will be givento a student in the honors program or who hascompleted at least two years of study at SimonFraser University.

Chien’s Cultural Foundation ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-521Value: $550Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theFaculty of Business Administration, or in the Facultyof Arts, preferably in political science. TheScholarship will be granted on the basis ofoutstanding academic performance. The award willbe made by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the recommendation ofthe Dean of Arts or the Dean of BusinessAdministration.

School for the Contemporary Arts ScholarshipProgram code: UUAO-004Value: $2,000 (disbursed over 2 semesters)Awarded: fallTerms of reference: The purpose of this award is torecognize achievement of excellence in the Arts foroutstanding artistic contribution, as evidenced inperformance, exhibitions or research; as well asrecognize leadership ability by providing an inspiringexample to peers through the quality of artistic work,and by demonstrating ability to be self-motivated andself-directed in extra curricular activities at SimonFraser University or in the community at large. A 3.5cumulative grade point average is required to receiveand maintain the Scholarship and full timeregistration must be maintained during the tenure ofthe scholarship. Further eligibility requires at least 48graded credit hours at Simon Fraser University, adeclared major and acceptance by the School for theContemporary Arts.

Mahatma Gandhi Humanitarian ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-220Value: $350Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Offered by Dr. and Mrs.Devendra P. Goel to a student who hasdemonstrated overall excellence in the HumanitiesProgram. Nomination required from the director ofthe humanities program.

Dr. Alfredo E. Hurtado Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-274Value: $550Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate studentmajoring in Spanish and/or Latin American studies.

Pauline Jewett ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-524Value: $100Awarded: summerTerms of reference: The student who has the highestCGPA among political science majors who havesurpassed 90 credit hours during that term. To beeligible, the student must have taken at least two 200level and at least 3 senior (300 or 400 level) coursesin Simon Fraser political science department. Theawards will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee on the nomination ofthe chair of the political science department.

Lorne M. Kendall Memorial Scholarship inPsychologyProgram code: UESO-228Value: $275Awarded: springTerms of reference: The undergraduate or graduatepsychology student who, in the previous year, hasbest exemplified Dr. Kendall’s approach topsychology. Nominations for the award will be madeby faculty members of the psychology department.The recipient will be selected by the chair of thedepartment, after consultation with the chair of theundergraduate and graduate studies committees.

Evelyn Lett ScholarshipProgram code: UPS0-230Value: $600Awarded: springTerms of reference: A full time female studentenrolled in the women’s studies program minor,certificate, post baccalaureate diploma and/or jointmajor programs. Preference will be given to thosestudents who have contributed to the departmentand/or to women’s issues on campus or in thecommunity. Please submit a letter outlining yourcontribution along with the application.

Jerry and Belle Lundie Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UPS0-231Value: 2 @ $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Students in their second, third orfourth year of undergraduate study. One scholarshipis available to a student majoring in businessmanagement and the other scholarship is availableto an economics major. Applicants must beCanadian citizens and residents of BC. Preferencewill be given to physically challenged students orstudents who demonstrate financial need. Thescholarships are made available by the credit unionFoundation of BC, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. J. Lundie,who were credit union pioneers.

Margaret J. Menzel Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-235Value: tuition up to $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: A single parent enrolled in thewomen’s studies program, on the basis of academicachievement. The women’s studies co-ordinator willforward nomination(s) to Financial Assistance.

Robbie Robertson ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-273Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: The Prince George branch of theRoyal Canadian Legion will provide a scholarship tobe awarded to a student registered in thegerontology diploma program who has an academicrecord of merit. Preference will be given, whenpossible, to a student from Prince George orsurrounding areas. Students should apply on aSimon Fraser University private scholarshipapplication form to be sent to the gerontologydiploma program, Simon Fraser University atHarbour Centre, 555 West Hastings Street,Vancouver, BC, V5B 5K3.

Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Sommer Scholarship inGeographyProgram code: UESO-308Value: $600Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted in any semester basedon academic merit to a student majoring ingeography who has completed at least 90undergraduate credits including 12 upper divisioncredits in geography.

John Stell Sykes Scholarship EndowmentProgram code: UESO-245Value: $125Awarded: springTerms of reference: A third or fourth year student

who is a French major in a degree program. Thescholarship will be adjudicated on the basis ofproficiency in French and academic standing.

Vancouver Port Corporation UndergraduateScholarship in GeographyProgram code: UPSO-284Value: $2,500 (disbursed over two semesters)Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Based on academic merit, will begiven to a geography student entering the fourth yearof studies. In order to receive the seconddisbursement, the student must maintain academicstandards.

Scholarships for BusinessAdministration studentsBank of Montreal Undergraduate Scholarship inBusiness AdministrationProgram code: UPSO-283Value: 2 @ $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Business administrationstudents who intend to pursue a career in thefinancial industry upon graduation. Preference will begiven to students in the finance area ofconcentration. At least one of the two awards will begiven to a business administration co-op student.

Keith and Betty Beedie ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-520Value: $550Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate third or fourthyear student in the Faculty of BusinessAdministration with a concentration in either financeor accounting. Preference will be given to a graduateof either a Burnaby secondary school or MageeSecondary School. The scholarship will be grantedon the basis of outstanding academic performance.

Arthur and Eva Bell Award in BusinessAdministration and EconomicsProgram code: UPSO-203Value: 2 @ $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students in second, third orfourth year of business administration or economics.Eligibility is based on need for financial assistanceand high academic standing. Students must providea copy of their current transcript with the application.

Certified Management Accountants Society ofBC–William C.C. Easton ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-244Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Student with the highestacademic standing in business administrationcourses 254 and 424. This scholarship has beenestablished in appreciation of Mr. Easton’scontribution to the society, to the profession, and tothe community.

Chevron Canada Ltd ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-282Value: $1,400Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student in their final year of anundergraduate program who intends to pursue acareer in business. Preference will be given to astudent who has graduated from a BC secondaryschool. At least one letter of recommendation from adean or department chair must be submitted with theapplication.

Chien’s Cultural Foundation ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-521Value: $550Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theFaculty of Business Administration, or in the Facultyof Arts, preferably in political science. TheScholarship will be granted on the basis of

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outstanding academic performance. The award willbe made by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the recommendation ofthe Dean of Arts or the Dean of BusinessAdministration.

Cloverdale Paint Incorporated ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-272Value: $600Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate, upper-levelstudent in the Faculty of Business Administration,whose area of study is marketing. The award will bebased on academic performance. Preference will begiven to Cloverdale Paint employees or theirchildren.

Deloitte & Touche Scholarship in AccountingProgram code: UPSO-247Value: $1,000Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: Granted to a third year Faculty ofBusiness Administration student in the accountingconcentration who has the highest cumulative gradepoint average (cgpa).

Financial Executives Institute ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-219Value: $1,250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate third or fourthyear student in the Faculty of BusinessAdministration concentrating in the area of finance.The scholarship is based on academic merit.

Honourable William M. Hamilton MemorialScholarshipProgram code: UESO-305Value: $1,800Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: An undergraduate student whois entering the Faculty of Business Administrationupon completion of 30 credit hours.The scholarshipis based on academic merit.

Bruce Howe Memorial Scholarship inInternational BusinessProgram code: UESO-310Value: $600Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Valued at a portion of theincome, based on academic merit; will be given tothe top student in the Faculty in BusinessAdministration in the international businessconcentration. The applicant should be a Canadiancitizen or a permanent resident of Canada and havecompleted at least 90 credit hours.

Human Resources Management Association ofB.C. ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-226Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: The scholarship will be grantedto a Faculty of Business Administration student withan approved concentration in human resourcesmanagement who has completed at least two humanresources management courses at the three hundredlevel.

ICABC Desmond O’Brien Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-227Value: $1,500Awarded: springTerms of reference: A full-time undergraduatestudent in the Faculty of Business Administration.The student must have completed 75 to 105semester credit hours inclusive, including thesemester of application, and must have at least 9semester hours of accounting courses. The awardwill be based upon the academic performance of astudent who is also financially deserving.

Maria Kuchar Accounting ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-263Value: $1,200

Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Two Maria Kuchar AccountingScholarships of $1200 each are awarded annually to3rd or 4th year undergraduate students in the Facultyof Business Administration with a concentration inaccounting. The scholarship is based on academicmerit. A student may be granted this scholarshipmore than once. When possible, preference will begiven to a female student.

Robert H. Lee Scholarship in BusinessAdministrationProgram code: UESO-271Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A third or fourth year studentwho is majoring in business administration. Theaward is also based upon academic achievement.

Jerry and Belle Lundie Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UPS0-231Value: 2 @ $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Students in their second, third orfourth year of undergraduate study. One scholarshipis available to a student majoring in businessmanagement and the other scholarship is availableto an economics major. Applicants must beCanadian citizens and residents of BC. Preferencewill be given to physically challenged students orstudents who demonstrate financial need. Thescholarships are made available by the Credit UnionFoundation of BC, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. J. Lundie,who were credit union pioneers.

Gil Moser ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-238Value: $1,400Awarded: springTerms of reference: A full time student in the Facultyof Business Administration on the basis of highacademic standing. This endowment fund has beenestablished in memory of the late Gil Moser whoserved Simon Fraser University on its Board ofGovernors.

Phillips, Hager & North Ltd ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-282Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate third or fourthyear student within the Faculty of BusinessAdministration with a finance concentration. Thisscholarship is based on academic merit.

Robert Rogow ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-527Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted, based on academicmerit, to undergraduate students in the Faculty ofBusiness Administration with a concentration inhuman resources management. The recipient willhave completed at least one SFU credit courseoffered by the Faculty of Business Administration inindustrial relations or collective bargaining.

Shell Canada Limited Scholarship in BusinessAdministrationProgram code: UESO-264Value: $1,400Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full-time undergraduatestudent enrolled in the co-op program of the Facultyof Business Administration.

Sunbrite Business Association Scholarship inBusiness AdministrationProgram code: UESO-525Value: $250Awarded: springTerms of reference: Award is based on scholasticmerit and will be awarded to a full-timeundergraduate student in the Faculty of BusinessAdministration.

Vancouver Stock Exchange ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-250Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Two co-op students enteringtheir graduating year with a major in computingscience or the Management and Systems ScienceProgram with a demonstrated interest in business. Ifthe students are in computing science, the studentsshould have a minor in business administration or adouble major in computing science and businessadministration, or a joint major in business andcomputing science. A statement confirming aninterest in business should accompany theapplications/nominations. The awards will be madeby the senate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the nomination of the co-op co-ordinator of computing science/MSSC.

Lis Welch Scholarship in MarketingProgram code: UESO-522Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Granted to an undergraduatestudent in the Faculty of Business Administration witha concentration in marketing, who is in third or fourthyear. The award will be based on academic merit.Preference will be given to a female student who is aCanadian citizen or landed immigrant.

Grant Wilson Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-268Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A BC student in the Faculty ofBusiness Administration who is entering the final twosemesters of study at Simon Fraser University. Theapplicant must be planning to enter law school. Thisendowment fund has been established in memory ofGrant Wilson by Stanley Pharmaceuticals Limited ofNorth Vancouver, B.C.

Lorraine Wintrup Memorial EndowmentScholarshipProgram code: UESO-251Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: An endowment fund has beenestablished in memory of Mrs. Lorraine Wintrup,available to a business administration studentmajoring in business management with preferencebeing given to banking related courses. Pleasesupply a copy of your transcript and indicate anybusiness management and banking related courses.

Mildred Wirtanen Scholarship in BusinessProgram code: UESO-277Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate student inbusiness administration who shows a significantimprovement in academic studies.

Wolfe Chevrolet Oldsmobile Scholarship inMarketingProgram code: UPSO-258Value: $750Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A fourth year student with a highacademic standing concentrating on marketing in theFaculty of Business administration. The scholarshipwill be granted by the senate undergraduateadjudication awards committee on therecommendation of the Dean of BusinessAdministration.

Scholarships for Education studentsCarol Chapman Memorial Education ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-518Value: $1,200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full time student in the Facultyof Education’s Professional Development Program,who has demonstrated high academic achievement.

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The award will be made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee onscholarships, awards and bursaries on therecommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Education.

Madge Hogarth Scholarships in EducationProgram code: UESO-224Value: $300Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Mrs. Madge Hogarth hasestablished two scholarships to be awarded at thebeginning of the summer semester. One scholarshipwill be awarded to a student who has completedEDUC 401/402 and is proceeding to EDUC 404. Thesecond scholarship will be awarded to a student whohas completed EDUC 405. Academic standing priorto entry into the Professional Development Programwill be the primary consideration, although teachingperformance may be considered.

Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship in EducationProgram code: UPSO-276Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Five awards of $1,000 each willbe given in the fall semester to undergraduatestudents pursuing a degree program in education orthe Professional Development Program. Thescholarship will be granted to an outstanding studentas judged by his/her academic accomplishments andcontributions to the department, to the university andto the community. The award will made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on therecommendation of the Dean of the Faculty ofEducation.

Scholarships for Science studentsBiological Sciences Merit AwardProgram code: UESO-205Value: $1,100Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A biology major who has thehighest academic record at the conclusion of thesixth semester of study or the equivalent thereof. Astudent may receive this award only once during theirundergraduate career. Awarded upon nomination ofthe Department of Biological Sciences.

R. Bruce Coles Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-283Value: $500Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: To support scholarship awardsin memory of its founding partner, the Coles Grouphas established, along with the family of the late R.Bruce Coles, an endowment. Two awards will begiven each year. The award is based on academicmerit and will be awarded to a full-time third or fourthyear undergraduate student in mathematics or theManagement and Systems Science Program.

Goel Memorial ScholarshipProgram code: UPSO-223Value: $350Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student who hasdemonstrated overall excellence in the Departmentof Mathematics and Statistics. Nomination requiredfrom the chair of mathematics.This scholarship hasbeen established by Dr. and Mrs. D.P. Goel inmemory of Mrs. Shakuntala Goel.

Ken and Su Jang Scholarship for Women inScienceProgram code: UESO-276Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate femalestudent in the Faculty of Applied Sciences or theFaculty of Science. The award will be based onacademic merit.

MacKenzie and Feimann Limited ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-270Value: $700Awarded: springTerms of reference: A full-time undergraduatestudent who is registered in second, third, or fourthyear of study, majoring in either chemistry orbiochemistry in the Faculty of Science. Applicantsmust demonstrate exceptional ability and not berecommended for an NSERC Summer ResearchScholarship.

Ron MacLeod Scholarship in EnvironmentalScienceProgram code: UESO-307Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to a thirrd or fourth yearstudent in the Environmental Science Program onthe basis of academic performance. The applicationshould include a letter from the student describinghis/her commitment to and interest in environmentalscience.

William and Amelia McMahan ScholarshipsProgram code: UESO-233Value: $1,200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students who are enrolled in fullcourse programs in the Faculty of Science,preferably to students who are in their first or secondyear of study and who have high academic standingwill be considered. Preference will be given tostudents who are children of employees or formeremployees of the logging and pulp division ofCanadian Forest Products Ltd. or its subsidiaries,affiliate companies or successors. In the event thatno suitable candidates from the above are available,then children of persons engaged or formerlyengaged in the logging or pulp industry in BC will beconsidered. Students must attach to the applicationform a resume including details of family service withthe company and/or the industry.

Patrick Duncan McTaggart-Cowan Award inPhysical ScienceProgram code: UESO-234Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: This scholarship fund wasestablished in honour of Dr. Patrick DuncanMcTaggart-Cowan. This fund will provide for astudent in the physical sciences on the basis ofacademic achievement and potential, withconsideration being given to financial need. Specialconsideration will be given to a student who plans toproceed to studies in meteorology or the atmosphericsciences or who has demonstrated interest oraptitude in these fields, and preference might begiven to a third year student going into thegraduating year in an honors program.

Evelyn and Leigh Palmer ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-267Value: $2,000Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: The scholarships are granted inany semester based on academic merit toundergraduate students in a major or honorsprogram in the physical sciences. Applicants shouldhave completed at least 60 SFU semester hourstoward the requirements for a degree and havecompleted at least 30 hours in two of the last threesemesters in which they were enrolled.

Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Sommer Scholarship inGeographyProgram code: UESO-308Value: variableAwarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted in any semester basedon academic merit to a student majoring ingeography who has completed at least 90

undergraduate credits including 12 upper divisioncredits in geography.

Trans-Canada Pipelines Research ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-261Value: $785Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student presently enrolled in afour year program leading to a BSc in chemistry. TheDepartment of Chemistry scholarship committee willnominate a candidate for the scholarship on thebasis of the applicant’s potential for future work inresearch in chemistry related to the petrochemicalindustry and on the applicant’s interest in such work.

Paul and Helen Trussell Science ScholarshipFundProgram code: UESO-265Value: 1 @ $20,000 payable @ $5,000 for 4consecutive yrs.Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student entering their last twoyears of undergraduate study at a BC university orcollege. The applicant must be a Canadian citizen orPermanent Resident, and have completed secondaryschooling in the Kootenay-Boundary area (SchoolDistricts No. 1–13 inclusive). To qualify, a candidatemust be pursuing an undergraduate program leadingto at least a Masters or PhD degree in natural orapplied Sciences, such as agriculture, engineering,forestry and fisheries. The award will cover the lasttwo undergraduate years and the first two graduateyears. Normally, a student must complete a minimumof 12 credit hours of graded course work eachsemester during tenure of the scholarship andmaintain a 75% average.

University Women’s Club of VancouverProgram code: UESO-260Value: $1,300Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A female student enrolled in theFaculty of Science. The award is open to third orfourth year students majoring in Science or AppliedScience programs. A recommendation from the Deanof Science and/or the Dean of Applied Science isrequired.

Watson Wyatt & Company Scholarship inActuarial MathematicsProgram code: UESO-516Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in thecertificate program in actuarial mathematics who hassuccessfully completed ACMA 310. The scholarshipwill also be based on high academic merit. Adepartmental nomination is required from the chair ofthe department or designate.

Scholarships for student athletesBob Ackles Sports Administration ScholarshipProgram code: UEAA-001Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: (On the basis of academicperformance) to a student enrolled in businessadministration. Preference will be given to studentswho demonstrate a keen interest in sportsadministration. Nominations will be received from thedirector of athletics and recreation.

Beedie Construction Company LtdProgram code: UEAA-032Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A woman student who is amember of the Simon Fraser women’s softball team.This scholarship is also based on academic merit.

John Buchanan Men’s Soccer ScholarshipProgram code: UESO-512Value: $800Awarded: fall

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Terms of reference: Based on scholastic merit,awarded to an undergraduate student in any facultywho is a member of the men’s soccer team. A letterof recommendation from the head soccer coachshould accompany the application.

Bill De Vries Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-061Value: $250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student who exhibitsoutstanding academic achievement and athleticperformance. The recipient should also possess thepersonal qualities of integrity and generosity.

Distinctive Travel Services Inc. Award forExcellence in Athletic Performance andAcademic AchievementProgram code: UPAA-007Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted at the annual athleticsbanquet to the varisty athlete with the highestacademic GPA standing entering their final year ofeligibility as identified by the NAIA.

D.B. Perks & Associates Ltd. Endowment FundProgram code: UEAA-041Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student who is a member ofthe varsity Simon Fraser University swim team. Theaward is based upon academic merit and exceptionalability in swimming.

Murray Pezim Football ScholarshipProgram code: UEAA-050Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student involved in the footballprogram. The award is also based on academicmerit.

Rae/Suart Alumni Basketball AwardsProgram code: UEAA-014, 049Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students entering first year atSimon Fraser on an athletic scholarship. The awardswill be made on the basis of outstandingachievement in scholastics and basketball.

Annis Stukus Football ScholarshipProgram code: UEAA-040Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Based on academic merit; will beawarded o a student who is a member of the SimonFraser University football team.

Lynn and Florence Sully Women’s BasketballAwardProgram code: UEAA-043Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Based on academic and athleticmerit, the award will be awarded to a student who isa member of the SFU women’s basketball team.

Barbara J. Towriss Scholarship in Women’sBasketballProgram code: UEAA-039Value: $1,200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Based on academic merit; will beawarded to a student who is a member of the SimonFraser University women’s basketball team.

Simon Fraser University Athletic ScholarshipsProgram code: UUAO-102Value: 2 @ $1,000 each (disbursed in two $500installments)Awarded: fallTerms of reference: To students who demonstrateoutstanding and sustained athletic performance. Thestudent must be registered in 12 credit hours and

have a mimimum CGPA of 3.50 based on completionof 60 credit hours at Simon Fraser University.Consideration will also be given to a student who:• is an outstanding member of an intercollegiate

team;• exemplifies leadership qualities;• contributes to the enhancement of the athletic

specialty of involvement.The second disbursement of the scholarship will besubject to a student maintaining a 3.50 GPA andregistration in 12 credit hours.

BursariesRegulationsThe following regulations govern all university,private, and endowed bursaries over which theUniversity has jurisdiction. Many of the followingbursaries have been made possible by generousdonations.

• Bursaries are a supplemental source of funding forstudents in high financial need. Students areexpected to find their primary funding through othersources such as government student loan or grantprograms, part time work, savings, family, etc.

• Both undergraduate and graduate students areeligible unless otherwise indicated.

• Students must have a demonstrated financial need.• Students must have a minimum CGPA of 2.00 to be

eligible for bursaries.• Undergraduate students must be registered in a

minimum of nine semester hours of normal gradedcourses in the semester of application, unlessotherwise indicated. Challenge, audit, and creditfree courses will not be considered. Students whoregister in fewer than nine semester hours orsubsequently drop below nine hours may have theirawards cancelled.

• Graduate students must be registered for residencecredit in an approved full-time program. Studentswho do not register or subsequently change to on-leave status may have their awards cancelled.

• The student must apply on the Simon FraserUniversity bursary application form. It is thestudent’s responsibility to meet applicable deadlinesand supply all required documentation. Incompleteapplications may be rejected.

• Unless otherwise stated, bursaries are tenable onlyat Simon Fraser University.

• Funds will be credited to the successful student’saccount with the University. Outstanding debts tothe University will be deducted from the bursaryfunds before a cheque for the credit balance isissued.

• Bursaries are tenable only for the semesterindicated on the notice and may not be deferred.Students who do not register in the semester forwhich the bursary is granted forfeit the award. Tobe considered for bursaries in future semesters ofregistration, students must reapply.

Bursaries for all studentsAlumni Association of SFU Annual BursaryProgram code: UPBO-693Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: The Alumni Association of SFUbursary provides an annual bursary of $500 in the fallsemester to five students, one in each of the fivefaculties (applied sciences, arts, businessadministration, education and science) and a $500bursary to a student athlete. The bursary is based onfinancial need.

Alumni Scholarship and Bursary EndowmentFundProgram code: UEBO-584Value: up to $500Awarded: fall, spring and summerTerms of reference: Undergraduate and graduate

students. The awards are based on financial needand satisfactory academic standing.

David Armstrong Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-699Value: $800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theco-op program. The bursary is based ondemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

Bel-Par Industries Limited BursaryProgram code: UEBO-664Value: $700Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyfaculty. The bursary will be granted to a student whohas maintained a satisfactory academic record andhas financial need in the continuing pursuit of theirstudies. Preference will be given to students who areformer employees of Bel-Par Industries or who arechildren or legal dependants of employees.

Birk Family Foundation BursariesProgram code: UPBO-551Value: $500 - $1,000Awarded: fall and/or springTerms of reference: The Birk Family Foundation hasestablished a plan of annual contributions to theStudent Aid Fund of recognized Canadianuniversities and colleges for the creation of thesebursaries. The bursaries are awarded by thefoundation on the recommendation of the Universityscholarship committee, are not restricted by facultyor year, and may be renewed. The number andamount of such awards may vary annually dependingupon the funds available from the foundation.

BOMA Undergraduate Bursary in Urban StudiesProgram code: UEBO-715Value: $2,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance. Preference will be given to astudent in the certificate in urban studies program, orfailing that, to a student in any faculty whose coursework involves some aspect of real estate studies astheir primary focus.

L. Pierre Bonneau Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-662Value: $250Awarded: springTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in anyFaculty who have a satisfactory academic standingand financial need.

The Honourable Angelo E. Branca and Mrs.Branca Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-586Value: $800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students entering fromsecondary school. Applicants must demonstratefinancial need and have satisfactory academicstanding. Other bursaries valued approximately atone semester’s tuition are available to students fromany faculty, who have a minimum of 60 credit hoursat Simon Fraser University, have maintainedsatisfactory standing, and are in financial need. Inhonor of the 50th wedding anniversary of theHonourable Angelo E. Branca and Mrs Branca, andon the occasion of his retirement from the bench, thisbursary endowment fund has been established bythe following donors, Confratellanza Italo-Canadeseand friends. Mr. J. Diamond, Mr. J. Segal, Mr. BenWosk.

Burnaby New-Westminster Women’s ClubProgram code: UPBO-672Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A mature female student who

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has continued her education after several years’absence, and who has completed sixty credits withsatisfactory academic performance as well as beinga BC resident. This bursary is in memory of CarolineVelichko, a former member of the Burnaby-NewWestminster Business and Professional Women’sClub.

Burrard Charitable Foundation BursaryProgram code: UPBO-554Value: $750Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student with any physicaldisability. Adjudication will occur in consultation withthe physically challenged students’ co-ordinator.

Harvey and Dorothy Burt Bursary EndowmentFundProgram code: UEBO-587Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: One or more bursaries will beawarded each year on the basis of financial needand demonstrated active involvement in the areas ofconservation or environmental protection. Preferencewill be given to Canadian undergraduate students intheir third or fourth year of studies.

Emily Campbell Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-589Value: up to $125 per child per monthAwarded: fall, spring and summerTerms of reference: Students, staff and facultyparents who require some assistance with theirdaycare fees. Further information may be obtainedfrom the Simon Fraser University Childcare Office.The Simon Fraser University Childcare Society andSimon Fraser University, through this fund, arecommitted to providing access to daycare servicesfor children in the University community.

Campus Community BursaryProgram code: UEBO-718Value: $200Awarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduatestudents in any faculty in any semester based ondemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

Canadian Federation of University Women –Coquitlam BursaryProgram code: UEBO-713Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: A full-time matureundergraduate female student in any Faculty whohas returned to SFU after a break in studies.Preference, where possible, will be given to aresident of School District #43 or a graduate of aSchool District #43 secondary school.

Jim and Penny Cavers Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-732Value: $2,000Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance to students in any faculty andwho have completed at least 60 credit hours.

Chancellor’s Undergraduate BursaryProgram code: UEBO-709Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in anyFaculty on the basis of demonstrated financial needand satisfactory academic performance.

Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Chu BursaryProgram code: UEBO-697Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyfaculty. Bursaries will be granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need, demonstrated service

to the community, and a satisfactory academicperformance.

Confratellanza Italo Canadese BursaryEndowmentProgram code: UEBO-591Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students withfinancial need and satisfactory academic standing.Preference will be given to Italo-Canadian students ifthey meet the criteria.

Connell Lightbody Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-649Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Full-time third year studentplanning to study law. Please provide a briefconcerning your eligibility for this bursary. Thisbursary, established by the Connell Lightbody lawfirm is in recognition of the outstanding contributionsmade by Dr. Arthur Fouks to both the legalcommunity of Vancouver and the development ofSimon Fraser University.

Colin A. Conrad BursaryProgram code: UEBO-728Value: $200Awarded: summerTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyfaculty based on demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory academic performance.

Alfred William Davidson BursaryProgram code: UEBO-726Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduatestudents in any faculty based on demonstratedfinancial need and satisfactory academicperformance. Preference will be given to studentswho contribute to the university or to the communitythrough volunteer activities.

Daycare BursariesProgram code: UUBO-700Value: variableAwarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: Applications for daycarebursaries are available at the Daycare Centre.Eligible students may qualify for a bursary providedthat financial need can be demonstrated by acompleted Canada Student Loan assessment or anOpen Bursary assessment. Daycare bursaries areavailable to both graduate and undergraduatestudents.

De Jong/MacDonald BursaryProgram code: UEBO-678Value: $800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: One or more bursaries will beawarded to undergraduate students in any facultywho have a satisfactory academic record anddemonstrates financial need. A short letter outliningdedication to and involvement in the communityshould accompany the application.

Dr. Jack Diamond Bursary Endowment FundProgram Code: UEBO-615Value: $1,100Awarded: summerTerms of Reference: To provide a bursary to astudent in any faculty with satisfactory academicperformance and demonstrated financial need.

Father Della-Torre Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-592Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Entering students: bursariesvalued approximately at one semester’s tuition areavailable to students entering from secondaryschool. Applicants must demonstrate financial need

and have satisfactory academic standing.Otherbursaries valued approximately at one semester’stuition are available to students in any faculty, whohave a minimum of 60 credit hours at Simon FraserUniversity, have maintained satisfactory academicstanding and are in financial need. A bursaryendowment fund has been established in honor ofFather Della-Torre for his 27 years of pastorship atthe Sacred Heart Church, Vancouver. This fund willprovide annual bursaries in perpetuity from theearned income.

Erm Fiorillo – Hal Davis CKNW Orphan’s FundBursaryProgram code: UEBO-651Value: $3,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An entering student from asecondary school in the Vancouver School District. Infuture the bursary may be offered to studentsgraduating from secondary schools within the lowermainland. This award will be renewable for 4academic years provided the recipient maintains a2.00 grade point average and registers in 9 credithours during the tenure of the award. This bursary isfor a capable student whose family cannot providefinancial assistance with the costs of post-secondaryeducation because they are on welfare assistance.Students must be nominated by their secondaryschool Principals and all applications will beevaluated by a school district selection committeeand the successful candidate will be recommendedto the Simon Fraser University senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee.

Alex W. Fisher BursaryProgram code: UEBO-596Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: A hard working and deservingmale student in need of financial assistance.Donated by Alex W. Fisher.

Lois M. Fisher BursaryProgram code: UEBO-597Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: A hard working and deservingfemale student in need of financial assistance.Donated by Mr. Alex W.Fisher.

William Gordon Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-640Value: $400Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyFaculty. The student must have a satisfactoryacademic standing and demonstrate financial need.

Government of BC Women’s Equality BursariesProgram code: UPBO-677Value: 2 @ $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: To support women enrolled infull or part-time programs in women’s studies orrelated coursework or fields in which women havenot traditionally sought post-secondary training,which will lead to a degree, diploma or certificate.Satisfactory academic standing and financial needare also required. Apply on the Simon FraserUniversity bursary application available at FinancialAssistance. The deadline is the end of the secondweek of classes.

Dr. Ben Gullison BursaryProgram code: UPBO-640Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Second, third or fourth yearstudents in any undergraduate program. Inrecognition of Dr. Gullison’s work, evidence ofcommunity service will be considered in making theaward.

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Hamber FoundationProgram code: UPBO-559Value: $700Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Women students withsatisfactory academic standing and need for financialassistance.

Madge Hogarth BursariesProgram code: UEBO-674Value: $300Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in anyfaculty who are entering or in their fourth year ofstudy and who have maintained satisfactoryacademic standing and demonstrated financial need.

Horne Family Alumni BursaryProgram code: UEBO-657Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A third or fourth year studentwho is a single parent, pursuing a degree at SimonFraser University. The bursary is also based onsatisfactory academic performance anddemonstrated financial need.

Carma Israel Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-598Value: $100Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Financial need. An endowmentfund in memory of Carma Israel has beenestablished by Mrs. Katherine Leshgold.

Ken and Su Jang Entrance BursaryProgram code: UEBO-672Value: $1,400Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An entering student whodemonstrates financial need and who has asatisfactory academic record prior to entrance toSimon Fraser University.

Charles Chan Kent Golden Wedding BursariesProgram code: UPBO-563Value: $500Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: A student who is proceeding to adegree in any field, has successfully completed atleast one year at Simon Fraser University, and needsfinancial assistance. Preferably the bursary will bemade to a student of Chinese descent.

Farida Lalji and Jenny Kaderali UndergraduateBursaryProgram code: UEBO-716Value: $250Awarded: summerTerms of reference: To a student in any Faculty onthe basis of demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory academic performance.

Harold Lauer B’nai B’rith (Lions Gate Lodge1716)Program code: UPBO-564Value: 2 @ $750Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students, in anyfaculty, who have determined financial need andsatisfactory academic standing.

Sue MacDonald Memorial Bursary EndowmentFundProgram code: UEBO-654Value: $700Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Two or more bursaries will beawarded to undergraduate students in any facultywho have proven financial need and a satisfactoryacademic record.

Dorothy May Martin Endowment Bursary FundProgram code: UEBO-648Value: $500 - $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students who are returning to

full-time studies subsequent to a substantialinterruption of their academic career after secondaryschool. Students must have a satisfactory academicstanding and demonstrate financial need.

Dr Carol Matusicky Family Studies BursaryProgram code: UEBO-708Value: $250Awarded: springTerms of reference: On the basis of demonstratedfinancial need and satisfactory academicperformance. Preference will be given to a student inthe certificate in family studies program or, failingthat, to a student in any faculty whose course workwill prepare them to work with children, youth andfamilies after university.

John Michael McLarty BursaryProgram code: UEBO-666Value: $1,800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyFaculty. The award will be granted to a student whohas a satisfactory academic record and who isexperiencing financial need in the continuing pursuitof studies. Preference will be given to Canadianstudents.

Jo-Ann Mychaluk Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-602Value: $500 - $800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students with satisfactoryacademic standing. These bursaries are available tostudents who are or have been residents of theChilcotin or Cariboo regions of BC. This fund, hasbeen established in memory of Jo-Ann Mychalukwho worked in the Centre for Distance Education.

Madeleine Nelson/Megan Thomas BursaryProgram code: UEBO-735Value: $500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted to graduate orundergraduate students in any faculty in anysemester based on demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory academic performance. Preference willbe given to mature female students beginning orreturning to University.

Nitikman/Chan BursaryProgram code: UEBO-737Value: $250Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Valued at a portion of theinterest income, will be award annually in anysemester. When fully funded, the bursary will besubstantially pay tuition and fees for two semestersand will be disbursed over two semesters. Bursarieswill be granted on the basis of demonstrated financialneed and satisfactory academic performance tostudents in any faculty. The recipient will be anentering student who is a single parent.

Evelyn J. Oliver BursaryProgram code: UEBO-682Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate full time studentswho are single parents. Bursaries will be granted onthe basis of demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory academic performance in the continuingpursuit of studies.

Opsimath Club Bursary EndowmentProgram code: UEBO-603Value: $500 - $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Continuing students at SimonFraser University, who have financial need and goodacademic standing. The Opsimath Club is anorganization of senior (60 years) students.

Stephen Palmu Memorial BursaryProgram code: UPBO-566Value: $100l

Awarded: fallTerms of reference: The award will be given withinitial preference to Native Indian students fromanywhere in the Province of BC, who are pursuingcourses of study leading to a Bachelor’s degree inany department at Simon Fraser University. Theaward will be made primarily on the basis of need,but in the case of several applicants having equalneed, scholastic achievement shall be the decidingfactor. Bursary established by Mrs. Mamie E. Palmu.

Permanent Bursary Endowment PlanProgram code: N/AValue: accrued interestAwarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: Applications must be submittedon the Simon Fraser University bursary applicationform under the heading “Permanent BursaryEndowment Plan.” These bursaries should not belisted individually. Permanent bursary endowments,to provide annual bursaries in perpetuity from theearned income, have been established by thefollowing:Belkin Packaging Limited Permanent EndowmentFundDowns/ArchambaultEllen Mary GreenwayGretta Bowmer MemorialEstate of Hans ChristiansenTed CohenMark and Phae Collins Fund (Vancouver Foundation)Drop-in Centre Permanent Endowment BursaryDavid A.FreemanJohn R. HechtStephen Hinchcliff MemorialA. Koch (Bella Koch Memorial)Dr. W. KoernerI.L.KostmanMrs. Katherine LeshgoldSamuel D.LeshgoldDr. R.A.PalmerMr and Mrs. N.L. RothsteinM.M.WatermanIn Memory of Mrs. M.M. WatermanBen WoskMr. and Mrs Ben Wosk 40th Wedding Anniversary

IODE Evelyn Price Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-641Value: 2 @ $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students who arein the final year of a degree program. Applicantsmust be Canadian citizens, be maintaining asatisfactory academic standing and be in financialneed.

Office of the Registrar Bursary for PhysicallyChallenged StudentsProgram code: UEBO-665Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Physically challengedundergraduate or graduate students in any Faculty.The bursaries will be granted to physicallychallenged students holding satisfactory academicrecords and who are experiencing financial need inthe pursuit of studies.

Rotary Club of Vancouver Community ServiceBursaryProgram code: UPBO-568Value: 3 @ $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students in financial need withsatisfactory academic standing.

Rotary Club of Vancouver Sunrise EntranceBursaryProgram code: UEBO-706Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Based on financial need, to astudent entering Simon Fraser University. Preference

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will be given to a student who resides in the City ofVancouver. The recipient of the award may be invitedto make a presentation at a meeting of the RotaryClub of Vancouver Sunrise.

Saskexpo ’86 BursaryProgram code: UPBO-636Value: $2,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Saskatchewan secondary schoolstudent entering either Simon Fraser University inBritish Columbia or the University of Saskatchewanat Saskatoon in Saskatchewan. The award willalternate between Simon Fraser University and theUniversity of Saskatchewan. For 1988-1989 (the firstyear of the award) , the bursary was for a studentattending Simon Fraser University. Selection will bemade on the basis of financial need, the student’sdemonstrated contribution to his/her school andcommunity, and leadership potential. Considerationmay also be given to the student’s academic record.Applications will be submitted to the Simon FraserUniversity senate scholarships, awards and bursariescommittee, in care of the director of financial aid andawards at Simon Fraser University for students whoplan to attend Simon Fraser University; and to theUniversity of Saskatchewan scholarships, awardsand bursaries committee, in care of the registrar, forstudents planning to attend the University ofSaskatchewan.

William and Jane Saywell BursaryProgram code: UPBO-682Value: $1,500Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: A student who is a single parentand who has demonstrated a deep commitment toany field of study at Simon Fraser University and hasfinancial need. A letter is required that outlines anddiscusses their extracurricular activities and intereststhat would demonstrate commitment to the chosenfield of study.

Sceptre Investment Counsel Administrative/Union Pension Plan BursaryProgram code: UEBO-721Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Granted to a student in anyfaculty on the basis of demonstrated financial needand satisfactory academic performance.

Sceptre Investment Counsel Ltd BursaryProgram code: UEBO-701Value: $1,000Awarded:Terms of reference: An entering undergraduatestudent in the Faculty of Science beginning in the1995 fall semester on a rotational basis insubsequent years to the faculties of AppliedSciences (1996), Arts (1997), BusinessAdministration (1998), and Education (1999). Thebursary will be awarded on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

Mrs. Rosalie Segal Endowment Fund forStudents With Special NeedsProgram code: UEBO-604Value: $500Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: This fund has been establishedto provide bursaries to physically challengedstudents. Up to three bursaries will be awarded onthe basis of financial need. Adjudication will occur inconsultation with the physically challenged students’co-ordinator.

Simon Fraser Student Society UCB PubBursariesProgram code: UPBO-571Value: up to $800Awarded: fall, spring and summerTerms of reference: Students with special oremergency financial need with preference to those

students who may not otherwise be able to attendSimon Fraser University. Applications are open topart or full time, beginning or continuing students aswell as international students.

Simon Fraser University 10th AnniversaryEndowment Bursary FundProgram code: UEBO-504Value: $300 - $1,000Awarded: fall, spring and summerTerms of reference: This fund has been establishedto provide bursaries for students in financial needwho maintain a GPA of 2.00.

Simon Fraser University Bursary EndowmentFundProgram code: UEBO-502Value: variableAwarded: fall, spring and summerTerms of reference: All undergraduates in financialneed are eligible to apply for these bursaries. Aminimum CGPA of 2.00 is required.

SFU Indo-Canadian Students’ AssociationBursariesProgram code: UPAM-002Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Awarded to students withfinancial need who are also volunteers with a SouthAsian organization (South Asian refers to India,Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Fiji). Applicantsmust provide back-up documentation such as aresume or letters of reference.

Simon Fraser University International Students’Emergency Assistance FundProgram code: UPB0-637Value: up to $800Awarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: This fund has been establishedprimarily to assist undergraduate visa students whohave critical financial need. Students applying for thisbursary must be registered in a minimum of 9 credithours and have satisfactory academic standing.

SFU International Students’ Bursary FundProgram code: UUBO-600Value: $800Awarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: This fund has been establishedto assist undergraduate visa students who havecritical financial need. Students applying for thisbursary must be registered in a minimum of 9 credithours and have satisfactory academic standing.

Simon Fraser University Memorial Annual FundProgram code: UPB0-689Value: N/AAwarded: fall, spring and summerTerms of reference: Awards will be based onsatisfactory academic performance anddemonstrated financial need. This fund wasestablished at Simon Fraser University to receivedonations from members of the community inmemory of loved ones. Bursary awards will begranted from this fund in the name of the individualwhose memory has been recognized by donors toSimon Fraser University.

Simon Fraser University Open BursariesProgram code: UUBO-500Value: up to $800Awarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: Must be registered in a minimumof nine credit hours and have satisfactory academicstanding.

Stanley Sievenpiper Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-605Value: $400Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: One award in the fall and one inthe spring on the basis of financial need. Preferencewill be given to third and fourth year students. This

fund has been established in memory of StanleySievenpiper.

Jennifer Allen Simons BursaryProgram code: UEBO-669Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate or graduatewoman student in any faculty. The bursary will begranted to a student who is a single parentsupporting a child, and who is in financial need andwho has satisfactory academic performance.Applicants must have completed one semester atSimon Fraser University as a full-time student.

B and B Sivertz Bursary EndowmentProgram code: UEBO-656Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students whodemonstrate financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance, and who have completed 30credit hours at Simon Fraser University.

Harry and Dora Annie Smee BursaryProgram code: UEBO-606Value: $900Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Up to 3 bursaries will beawarded to students in any faculty who havecompleted at least 30 credit hours at Simon FraserUniversity. The awards will be based on financialneed and satisfactory academic standing. Preferencewill be given to female students.

Merle L. Smith BursaryProgram code: UPBO-572Value: $300Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A physically challenged studentin any faculty who is beyond first year studies. Initialpreference will be given to wheelchair users.

Dorothy Sullivan BursaryProgram code: UEBO-690Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyFaculty who has been a Federal or Provincialprisoner. Bursaries will be granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

Victor J. Sundberg Memorial Bursary inEngineering ScienceProgram code: UEBO-681Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyFaculty. Whenever possible, preference will be givento a student majoring in engineering science in theFaculty of Applied Science. Applicants must have asatisfactory academic record and be in financial needin the pursuit of their academic studies. As well,special consideration will be given to communityinvolvement and citizenship, evidence thereof to beprovided in an accompanying letter or supportingdocumentation.

Squamish Nation BursaryProgram code: UEBO-738Value: $250Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Valued at a portion of the earnedinterest, is granted in any semester based onfinancial need and community service to a studentwho is a member of the Squamish Nation. Thebursary may be granted to graduate orundergraduate students in all disciplines. Thesuccessful student will have completed a minimum of24 credits and will have achieved a minimum cgpa of2.00. The application should include a discussion ofthe student's involvement in SFU or SquamishNation community activities and confirmation of thestudent's status with the Squamish Nation.

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TCG International Inc. BursaryProgram code: UEBO-644Value: 2 @ approximately $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in anyfaculty. The bursaries will be granted to students withsatisfactory academic standing and experiencingfinancial need in the continuing pursuit of theirstudies. Preference for one of the bursaries will begiven to applicants who are sons, daughters, or legaldependants of employees of TCG International Inc.However, where no such candidate is identified,disbursement of the awards will be at the discretionof Simon Fraser University.

Trident Enrichment Society BursaryProgram code: UEBO-696Value: $250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An entering or first yearundergraduate student in any faculty. The bursarywill be awarded to a student with a satisfactoryacademic record and demonstrated financial need inthe continuing pursuit of their studies. Theapplication must be accompanied by a letter outliningthe applicant’s participation in community service.

University Women’s Club of Coquitlam BursaryProgram code: UPBO-573Value: approx. $1000Awarded: springTerms of reference: A mature female student who iscontinuing her education after several yearsabsence, and is in her first year of study.

University Women’s Club of VancouverProgram code: UPBO-575Value: $600Awarded: springTerms of reference: A female student in any facultyenrolled in any program of study leading to a degree.The basis of the award is demonstration of financialneed and satisfactory academic standing.

Vancouver Canada China Friendship AssociationBursaryProgram code: UPBO-692Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: To a student in the Asia CanadaProgram, based on demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory academic performance. The applicationshould include a letter from the applicant expressinghis/her interest in the area of Asia Canada studies.When possible, preference will be given to studentsin the area of Chinese studies.

Vancouver Municipal and Regional EmployeesUnion BursaryProgram code: UPBO-580Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An applicant must be the sons,daughters, or legal dependents of Union members.The member upon whom the applicant is adependent must be a current members in goodstanding or retired member of CUPE Local 15(excluding associate members). The member musthave demonstrated a primary attachment to CUPELocal 15 by holding union membership through aminimum of six months employment for each of thetwo years prior to the date of enrolment and must bepursuing a field of study not in contradiction to theaims of the labour movement. The award selectionwill be made by Simon Fraser University inconsultation with the executive. Award will be basedprimarily upon financial need and provided thatacademic performance is satisfactory. The applicantmust be beginning or continuing full-time enrolmentand must be capable of pursuing the course of study.An applicant for a bursary may only receive a bursaryonce every four years. Bursaries are to a maximumof $1,000 of tuition only. One half of the tuition will bepaid at the beginning of the school year and the

second half will be paid at the second half of theschool year. Bursary recipients are requested tosubmit proof of completion of program/year for whichthe bursary was provided.

Western Businesswomen’s Association BursaryProgram code: UEBO-705Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full or part-time student who iseither entering the University for the first time orreturning after an absence. Preference will be givento a mature female student. The bursary will bebased on satisfactory academic performance anddemonstrated financial need. The award will includea one year’s membership in the WesternBusinesswomen’s Association as well as theopportunity to engage in the Association’smentorship program.

Morris J. and Dena Wosk BursaryProgram code: UEBO-712Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in anyFaculty, on the basis of demonstrated financial needand satisfactory academic performance.

Fred & Maureen Wright BursaryProgram code: UEBO-710Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in anyFaculty on the basis of demonstrated financial needand satisfactory academic performance.

John and Isabel Young BursaryProgram code: UEBO-516Value: $500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Four bursaries valued at $500will be granted on the basis of demonstrated financialneed and satisfactory academic performance.

Bursaries for Applied Sciences studentsIODE Burnaby Municipal Chapter BursaryProgram code: UEBO-658Value: 2 @ approximately $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Third or fourth year studentsmajoring in science or applied science. Studentsmust be Canadian citizens and graduates of BurnabySenior Secondary School. Financial need andsatisfactory academic standing is required.

Canadian Federation of University Women –North Vancouver BursaryProgram code: UPBO-574Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: A female undergraduate studentenrolled in the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year in any math orscience faculty or professional school. The recipientshould be in financial need and in satisfactoryacademic standing. The recipient must be a residentof North Vancouver or a graduate of a NorthVancouver Secondary School (School District #44).

Hugh Clark Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-694Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A third or fourth yearundergraduate student in the School of EngineeringScience. The award will be granted to a full-timestudent who is maintaining a satisfactory academicrecord, and demonstrated financial need.

Delcan Corporation BursariesProgram code: UPBO-667Value: up to 2 @ $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Undergraduate studentsregistered full time at Simon Fraser University, in theFaculties of Science or Applied Sciences.It is the

intention of the Delcan Corporation to promote socio-environmental research and studies relative to majorcivil engineering projects; to support opportunities forwomen to enter careers at the management level inengineering; to increase high technological input intocivil engineering, and to promote superior written andoral communication skills.Students will apply forthese bursaries through Financial Assistance, andmust include a letter of recommendation from theOffice of the Dean of the major program.

Ralph Kerr Memorial Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-599Value: $800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students.Preference will be given to students who are in theirthird or fourth year of studies in the physics orengineering programs.This bursary fund has beenestablished in memory of Ralph Kerr, a chartermember of Simon Fraser University and a formeremployee of the physics department.

Olga and Richard Murray Bursary in AppliedSciencesProgram code: UEBO-725Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to graduate orundergraduate students in the Applied SciencesFaculty on the basis of demonstrated financial needand satisfactory academic performance. To theextent feasible, preference will be given to a student,or the spouse or child of a person, who is a memberof the Telecommunication Workers Union or of Van-Tel Credit Union.

Pacific National Foundation Endowment BursaryProgram code: UEBO-655Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A single parent, undergraduatestudent in the Faculty of Business Administration,Faculty of Education, Faculty of Applied Sciences orthe Faculty of Science. The bursary will be granted toa student wishing to upgrade their professional skills.The student should have satisfactory academicstanding and a demonstrated financial need. A letterexpressing job goals and direction shouldaccompany the application form.

Professional Engineers of BC HydroProgram code: UPBO-685Value: 2 @ $750Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Third and fourth yearengineering science students who are in full-timestudies with satisfactory academic standing anddemonstrated financial need.

Kazuya Shinyashiki Memorial Bursary inComputing ScienceProgram code: UEBO-515Value: $650Awarded: SUMMERTerms of reference: An undergraduate student incomputing science with financial need.

Sierra Systems Bursary in Computing ScienceProgram code: UEBO-663Value: 2 @ $2,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Third or fourth year students inthe School of Computing Science. Applicants musthave a satisfactory academic standing and financialneed. One award will be given to a student from theGreater Vancouver Regional District and the other toa student from outside the Greater VancouverRegional District.

Victor J. Sundberg Memorial Bursary inEngineering ScienceProgram code: UEBO-681Value: $1,000Awarded: fall

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Terms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyFaculty. Whenever possible, preference will be givento a student majoring in engineering science in theFaculty of Applied Science. Applicants must have asatisfactory academic record and be in financial needin the pursuit of their academic studies. As well,special consideration will be given to communityinvolvement and citizenship, evidence thereof to beprovided in an accompanying letter or supportingdocumentation.

Irene May Surbey BursaryProgram code: UEBO-723Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduatestudents in the Faculty of Science or in the Faculty ofApplied Sciences. The bursary is granted on thebasis of demonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

Vancouver Foundation Health Science BursariesProgram code: UPBO-578Value: $500 - $1,000Awarded: fall, springTerms of reference: Full-time undergraduate andgraduate students who have completed two years ofpost-secondary education. Areas of study includeany of the following: pre-med program, clinicalpsychology, kinesiology, bio-medical engineering,and gerontology. Awards are based upon financialneed and good academic standing.

Bursaries for Arts studentsBOMA Undergraduate Bursary in Urban StudiesProgram code: UEBO-715Value: $2,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance. Preference will be given to astudent in the certificate in urban studies program, orfailing that, to a student in any faculty whose coursework involves some aspect of real estate studies astheir primary focus.

Colonel Burnaby IODE Criminology BursaryProgram code: UEBO-650Value: $250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A third or fourth year studentenrolled in the criminology program who is aCanadian citizen. The award is also based onfinancial need and a satisfactory academic record.

IODE Burquitlam ChapterProgram code: UPBO-561Value: $300Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate student insecond or third year within the Faculty of Arts.Bursaries will be granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance. The recipient may be aCanadian citizen or permanent resident of Canadawith preference given to individuals who have priorschooling (or partially educated) in Canada.

Chien’s Cultural Foundation BursaryProgram code: UEBO-707Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theFaculty of Business Administration, or in the Facultyof Arts, preferably in political science. The bursarywill be given to a student in good academic standingwho is experiencing financial need.

Adaline May Clark Bursary PermanentEndowmentProgram code: UEBO-590Value: $400 - $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: The late Mrs. Clark has provided

for the endowment of funds, for bursaries to enablestudents to attend, or continue to attend university.Eligibility: Students must be registered in the Schoolfor the Contemporary Arts, and must demonstratefinancial need and a high level of achievement in theArts.

Dr. Ed Colhoun Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-673Value: $100Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student inSpanish who is holding a satisfactory academicrecord and who demonstrates financial need.

Kenneth Conibear Bursary in EnglishProgram code: UEBO-724Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to qualifying students inEnglish taking at least 10 hours of undergraduatecourses. The bursary will be granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

English Faculty Honours BursaryProgram code: UEBO-730Value: $200Awarded: summerTerms of reference: On the basis of demonstratedfinancial need and satisfactory academicperformance, to an undergraduate student in thehonours English program. If there is no suitablecandidate from the honours English program in agiven year, the bursary may be awarded to anundergraduate student majoring in English.

Murray Farr Bursary in Performing ArtsProgram code: UEBO-679Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theSchool for the Contemporary Arts with a performingarts concentration.

Aird Dundas Flavell Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-659Value: $500 - $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student who has completed atleast 15 hours at Simon Fraser with a satisfactoryacademic standing and whose course of study is inthe following areas: political science, economics and/or business administration.

IATSE – Motion Picture Technicians Union Local891 BursaryProgram code: UPBO-694Value: $2,000Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted to full-timeundergraduate students in the School forContemporary Arts majoring in film or theatre. Thebursary is granted in any semester based ondemonstrated need and satisfactory academicperformance.

Valerie Ann Kilby Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-685Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An upper level undergraduatestudent majoring in psychology. Preference will begiven to a student who graduated from CentennialSecondary School in Coquitlam. The bursary willalso be based on financial need and satisfactoryacademic standing in the continuing pursuit ofstudies.

Keith G Loughlin Gerontology BursaryProgram code: UEBO-702Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A graduate student enrolled inthe master of gerontology program, or to anundergraduate student enrolled in the Gerontology

Program, a post baccalaureate diploma program.The bursary will be granted to a studentdemonstrating financial need and in satisfactoryacademic standing. Preference will be given to astudent specializing in quality of life issues inintermediate care facilities for seniors. Applicantsshould submit with their application, a letter outliningspecialization or area of interest in the gerontologyfield. A departmental nomination is to be submittedalong with the application form.

Grace Woodsworth MacInnis BursaryProgram code: UEBO-704Value: $700Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate student whoeither has an approved minor in humanities or has anapproved major in women’s studies or politicalscience. The recipient should have demonstratedfinancial need and a satisfactory academic standing;preference given to a woman student.

McCavour Family Bursary in CriminologyProgram code: UEBO-691Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students inCriminology who are single parents. Preference willbe given to applicants who are sons, daughters orlegal dependants of members of the Firemen’sBenefit Association of Vancouver, BC, however,where no such candidate is identified, the award maybe disbursed to other eligible students. The bursarywill be granted on the basis of demonstrated financialneed and satisfactory academic performance.

Lydia McCombie Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-693Value: $1,100Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theFaculty of Arts majoring in English. Bursaries will begranted on the basis of demonstrated financial needand satisfactory academic performance.

Bruce McKelvie Endowment Bursary FundProgram code: UEBO-601Value: $400Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student on the basis offinancial need and satisfactory academic standing.To qualify students must have completed at least twoyears of study at Simon Fraser University and befocusing their studies on early BC history, namely18th century forward. The bursary has beenestablished by the Native Sons of British Columbia,Post #2.

Robin Mercer Memorial Bursary in ArchaeologyProgram code: UEBO-675Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student whois majoring in Archaeology and who has asatisfactory academic record and in financialneed.This bursary was established in memory ofRobin Mercer, a former alumnus of Simon FraserUniversity in the Faculty of Arts.

Dr. Grazia Merler Bursary in FrenchProgram code: UEBO-714Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student in French on the basisof demonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

Margaret A. Mitchell Bursary in Political ScienceProgram code: UEBO-687Value: $2,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate femalestudent in second, third or fourth year of studies whois majoring in political science. The award will begranted to a student holding a satisfactory academic

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record and demonstrated financial need. Whenpossible, preference will be given to a candidateliving in the east end of Vancouver or in Burnaby.

Margaret A. Mitchell Bursary in Women’s StudiesProgram code: UEBO-688Value: $2,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate femalestudent in second, third or fourth year who ismajoring in women’s studies. The award will begranted to a student holding a satisfactory academicrecord and demonstrated financial need. Whenpossible, preference will be given to a candidateliving in the east end of Vancouver or in Burnaby.

Kelly O’Hagan Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-683Value: $500 - $800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate studentenrolled in the Latin American studies field school.One or more bursaries will be awarded biennially onthe basis of financial need and satisfactory academicstanding. Departmental nomination-recommendationis required.

Dr. Margaret Ormsby Bursary in HistoryProgram code: UEBO-719Value: $850Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduatestudents in the Department of History based ondemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

Rosslyn and Mary Penney BursaryProgram Code: UEBO-700Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of Reference: Awarded to an undergraduatestudent in the Faculty of Arts in their second, third orfourth year of study. The bursary will be granted to astudent who is physically challenged. Bursaries willbe granted on the basis of demonstrated financialneed and satisfactory academic performance.

Helen Pitt Fund for Fine Arts (VancouverFoundation)Program code: UPBO-567Value: $500 - $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Third year students enrolled infull-time studies in Fine Arts programs, whodemonstrate financial need and satisfactoryacademic standing. Preference will be given to finearts students from Vernon, BC. The School for theContemporary Arts forwards nominations to FinancialAssistance.

Rogers Sugar Ltd. BursariesProgram code: UPBO-553Value: 5 @ $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students, whoare in their third or fourth year of study at SimonFraser University. Two bursaries are available tostudents majoring in business administration, andthree bursaries to students majoring in economics, orthe sciences, including mathematics and statistics.

Donald H.M. Ross Faculty of Arts BursaryProgram code: UEBO-692Value: $700Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A third or fourth yearundergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts. Thebursary will be granted on the basis of demonstratedfinancial need and satisfactory academicperformance.

Paul and Ethel Seifner Linguistics BursariesProgram code: UEBO-661Value: $500 - $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students

pursuing a linguistics program who have satisfactoryacademic standing, demonstrated financial need,and have completed 15 credit hours at Simon Fraser.

Bursaries for Business AdministrationstudentsBC Bond Dealers Association BursaryProgram code: UEBO-689Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theFaculty of Business Administration with aconcentration in finance. The bursary will be grantedon the basis of demonstrated financial need and asatisfactory academic record.

Keith and Betty Beedie FoundationProgram code: UEBO-698Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate third or fourthyear student in the Faculty of BusinessAdministration with a concentration in either financeor accounting. Preference will be given to a graduateof either a Burnaby secondary school or MageeSecondary School. The bursary will be granted onthe basis of satisfactory academic performance.

Chien’s Cultural Foundation BursaryProgram code: UEBO-707Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theFaculty of Business Administration, or in the Facultyof Arts, preferably in political science. The bursarywill be given to a student in good academic standingwho is experiencing financial need.

Connor, Clark & Lunn BursaryProgram code: UPBO-684Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A third year full-time student inbusiness administration with a concentration ininternational usiness.

Maurice S. Dodge BursaryProgram code: UEBO-720Value: $1,250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Given to a third or fourth yearstudent majoring in business administration with anaccounting or finance concentration. The bursary willbe granted to a student in good academic standingwho is in financial need.

A. John Ellis Bursary in Business AdministrationProgram code: UEBO-711Value: $150Awarded: springTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in theFaculty of Business Administration. The bursary willbe awarded based on financial need and asatisfactory academic standing.

Executive Women International BursaryProgram code: UEBO-684Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate femalestudent enrolled in the Faculty of BusinessAdministration in the second, third or fourth year ofstudies and who has a satisfactory academic recordand financial need.

Aird Dundas Flavell Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-659Value: $500 - $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student who has completed atleast 15 hours at Simon Fraser with a satisfactoryacademic standing and whose course of study is inthe following areas: political science, economics and/or business administration.

Henderson Development Ltd. BursaryProgram code: UPBO-688Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student inthird or fourth year in business administration. Thebursary will be awarded to a student in satisfactoryacademic standing and demonstrated financial need.

Dr. Cal Hoyt Bursary in Business AdministrationProgram code: UEBO-722Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduatestudents in the Faculty of Business Administrationbased on demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory academic performance.

Pinkus and Chaia Huberman Foundation BursaryProgram code: UPBO-560Value: $200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A needy and deserving studentin the Faculty of Business Administration.

Institute of Chartered Accountants of BritishColumbia/Simon Fraser University Co-operativeEducation Program AwardProgram code: UPBO-562Value: $750Awarded: springTerms of reference: A full-time undergraduatestudent enrolled in the Faculty of BusinessAdministration Co-operative Education program (CAstream), on the basis of the nominations receivedfrom the Faculty of Business Administration Co-operative Account program. The award will be basedupon academic performance (consideration given toimproved academic performance), reports ofpracticum work performance and the need forfinancial support. Candidates should have completedat least one practicum work semester after beingaccepted into the Co-operative Education Program,before eligibility is determined.

Laing Property Endowment Fund BursaryProgram code: UEBO-653Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Full-time undergraduatestudents in the Faculty of Business Administration.The awards are based on financial need andsatisfactory academic standing.

R.J. McMaster Memorial Bursary (Credit UnionFoundation of B.C.)Program code: UPBO-634Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student majoring in businessadministration who is entering or in the final year ofstudies and, who has taken or will be enrolled in BUS393, BUEC 391 or BUEC 495. The basis of thebursary will be financial need and good academicstanding.

Pacific National Foundation Endowment BursaryProgram code: UEBO-655Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A single parent, undergraduatestudent in the Faculty of Business Administration,Faculty of Education, Faculty of Applied Sciences orthe Faculty of Science. The bursary will be granted toa student wishing to upgrade their professional skills.The student should have satisfactory academicstanding and a demonstrated financial need. A letterexpressing job goals and direction shouldaccompany the application form.

Rogers Sugar Ltd. BursariesProgram code: UPBO-553Value: 5 @ $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students, who

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are in their third or fourth year of study at SimonFraser University. Two bursaries are available tostudents majoring in business administration, andthree bursaries to students majoring in economics, orthe sciences, including mathematics and statistics.

Robert Rogow Bursary in BusinessAdministrationProgram code: UEBO-727Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduatestudents in the Faculty of Business Administrationbased on demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory academic performance.

J. Rose Memorial Bursary FundProgram code: UPBO-683Value: $1,500Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate or graduateBusiness Administration student who is in full timestudies. The bursary will be granted on the basis offinancial need and satisfactory academicperformance. This bursary is provided by theVancouver Foundation. A departmentalrecommendation is required.

Seaspan International BursaryProgram code: UPBO-686Value: $750Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student, approved as a major,in business administration, who has satisfactoryacademic standing and financial need.

Vancouver Executives Association Bursary inBusiness AdministrationProgram code: UEBO-588Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full-time, undergraduatestudent in business administration. The bursary willbe granted on the basis of demonstrated financialneed and satisfactory academic standing.

Charles S. Walker BursaryProgram code: UEBO-731Value: variousAwarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance to students in the Faculty ofBusiness Administration with a concentration inmarketing.

Bruce and Lis Welch Bursary in BusinessProgram code: UEBO-717Value: $2,400Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduatestudents in the Faculty of Business Administrationbased on demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory performance.

Bing Sum Yip Bursary In BusinessAdministrationProgram code: UEBO-686Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theFaculty of Business Administration. The award will begranted to a student with a satisfactory academicrecord and demonstrated financial need.

Elizabeth Young Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-695Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: One or more bursaries will beawarded to undergraduate female students inbusiness administration who demonstratesatisfactory academic achievement and financialneed.

Bursaries for Education studentsB.C. Exchange Teachers’ Association BursaryProgram code: UPBO-594Value: $300Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduate orgraduate students in the Faculty of Education, in anysemester based on demonstrated financial need andsatisfactory academic performance.

May Bennett Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-585Value: $125Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in theFaculty of Education. Applicants should be preparedto teach in British Columbia and demonstratededication to the teaching profession.

Canadian Yugoslav Community Bursary inEducationProgram code: UEBO-703Value: $1,000Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: An undergraduate third or fourthyear student in the Faculty of Education. The bursarywill be granted on the basis of demonstrated financialneed and satisfactory academic performance.

Faculty of Education Special Bursary FundPermanent EndowmentProgram code: UEBO-595Value: $1,000Awarded: spring or fallTerms of reference: A student enrolled in theProfessional Development Program who is alsoenrolled in a minor in learning disabilities, and who isentering EDUC 405 in either spring or fall semester.The bursary is awarded for the semester in whichEDUC 405 is undertaken.

Learning Disabilities Association of BC BursaryProgram code: UPBO-593Value: $200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student in the Faculty ofEducation working toward a minor in learningdisabilities. Preference will be given to a graduatefrom the Delta School District.

Pacific National Foundation Endowment BursaryProgram code: UEBO-655Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A single parent, undergraduatestudent in the Faculty of Business Administration,Faculty of Education, Faculty of Applied Sciences orthe Faculty of Science. The bursary will be granted toa student wishing to upgrade their professional skills.The student should have satisfactory academicstanding and a demonstrated financial need. A letterexpressing job goals and direction shouldaccompany the application form.

Maureen Pollard Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-734Value: $180Awarded: SUMMERTerms of reference: Granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance to students in theProfessional Development Program in the Faculty ofEducation. Preference, when possible, will be givento students in the elementary stream.

Sylvia R.H. Rice Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-660Value: $1,400Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A first year student in PDP in theFaculty of Education. Satisfactory academic standingand demonstrated financial need is required.

Teacher Savings Credit Union BursaryProgram code: UPBO-638Value: $500

Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: A student who is in a Bachelor ofEducation degree program, or who is enrolled in theProfessional Development Program. Applicants mustbe members or sons and daughters of members ofthe BC Teachers Credit Union which should beclearly documented. A photograph will be requiredfrom the recipient.

Vancouver Elementary School TeachersAssociation BursaryProgram code: UPBO-577Value: 2 @ $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students who are residents ofVancouver or students who have attended aVancouver elementary school and are proceeding toa degree or certificate in teaching. Recipients areselected also on the basis of need. The awardsoffered are as follows: the Elizabeth DobbinsMemorial Bursary open to students entering thirdyear in the Faculty of Education at Simon FraserUniversity; the Owen J. Thomas Memorial Bursaryopen to students entering the fourth year in theFaculty of Education at Simon Fraser University.

Bursaries for Science studentsPeter and Elizabeth Belton Bursary in BiologyProgram code: UEBO-729Value: $500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: To undergraduate students inthe Faculty of Science majoring in biology. Thebursary is granted on the basis of demonstratedfinancial need and satisfactory academicperformance.

IODE Burnaby Municipal Chapter BursaryProgram code: UEBO-658Value: 2 @ approximately $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Third or fourth year studentsmajoring in Science or Applied Science. Studentsmust be Canadian citizens and graduates of BurnabySenior Secondary School. Financial need andsatisfactory academic standing is required.

Canadian Federation of University Women –North Vancouver BursaryProgram code: UPBO-574Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: A female undergraduate studentenrolled in the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year in any math orscience faculty or professional school. The recipientshould be in financial need and in satisfactoryacademic standing. The recipient must be a residentof North Vancouver or a graduate of a NorthVancouver Secondary School (School District #44).

Delcan Corporation BursariesProgram code: UPBO-667Value: up to 2 @ $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Undergraduate studentsregistered full time at Simon Fraser University, in theFaculties of Science or Applied Sciences.It is theintention of the Delcan Corporation to promote socio-environmental research and studies relative to majorcivil engineering projects; to support opportunities forwomen to enter careers at the management level inengineering; to increase high technological input intocivil engineering, and to promote superior written andoral communication skills.Students will apply forthese bursaries through Financial Assistance, andmust include a letter of recommendation from theOffice of the Dean of the major program.

Digman BursaryProgram code: UEBO-594Value: $500 - $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Majors or honors students inphysics, mathematical physics, chemical physics,

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biophysics or any other joint programs with physics.These bursaries are subject to financial need andacademic ability. Nominations will be made by thechair of the physics department in consultation withFinancial Assistance.

Ralph Kerr Memorial Bursary Endowment FundProgram code: UEBO-599Value: $800Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students.Preference will be given to students who are in theirthird or fourth year of studies in the physics orengineering programs.This bursary fund has beenestablished in memory of Ralph Kerr, a chartermember of Simon Fraser University and a formeremployee of the physics department.

Margaret Lawson McTaggart-Cowan AlumniProgram code: UEBO-600Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A female student who ismajoring in mathematics and who has completed atleast two full-time semesters at Simon FraserUniversity.

Oakley family endowed bursary in ScienceProgram code: UEBO-736Value: variousAwarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted on the basis ofdemonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance to students in the Faculty ofScience.

Pacific National Foundation Endowment BursaryProgram code: UEBO-655Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A single parent, undergraduatestudent in the Faculty of Business Administration,Faculty of Education, Faculty of Applied Sciences orthe Faculty of Science. The bursary will be granted toa student wishing to upgrade their professional skills.The student should have satisfactory academicstanding and a demonstrated financial need. A letterexpressing job goals and direction shouldaccompany the application form..

Rogers Sugar Ltd. BursariesProgram code: UPBO-553Value: 5 @ $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students, whoare in their third or fourth year of study at SimonFraser University. Two bursaries are available tostudents majoring in business administration, andthree bursaries to students majoring in economics, orthe sciences, including mathematics and statistics.

Irene May Surbey BursaryProgram code: UEBO-723Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to undergraduatestudents in the Faculty of Science or in the Faculty ofApplied Sciences. The bursary is granted on thebasis of demonstrated financial need and satisfactoryacademic performance.

Ken Turner Memorial Endowment Fund BursaryProgram code: UEBO-639Value: $900Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Third or fourth yearundergraduate students with a specialization inmarine biology. All students are welcome to applyhowever, preference will be given to a student fromthe Kimberly area if all other qualifications have beenmet. This bursary is in memory of Ken Turner, agraduate of the resource management program. Adepartmental recommendation is also required.

Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation ActionAssociation BursaryProgram code: UEBO-607Value: $300Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: Students who have completed atleast 60 credit hours and who are studying in theareas of toxic chemicals or pollutants and theireffects on human health and functioning. Pleasedocument eligibility. The endowment has beenestablished by the association.

Bursaries for student athletesJane Norman Memorial BursaryProgram code: UEBO-652Value: $650Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: An undergraduate studentinvolved in the Simon Fraser soccer program.Awards are based on financial need and asatisfactory academic record. A recommendation isrequired from the director of athletics.

Awards for the UniversitycommunityAwards are given in recognition of distinguishedintellectual, cultural, social or athletic contribution touniversity life. Awards usually consist of monetaryremuneration but may also come in the form of aprize or medal. Many of the following awards havebeen made possible by generous donations.

Regulations for Academic and Service AwardsThe following regulations govern all prizes, medals orawards over which the University has jurisdiction.• In most cases, nominations are submitted directly to

Financial Assistance. Both undergraduate andgraduate students are eligible unless otherwiseindicated.

• Undergraduate students must have achieved aminimum CGPA of 2.00 during the semester of theircontribution and must not be on academicprobation, or in the case of first semester or transferstudents, must possess an equivalent secondaryschool or college standing.

• Undergraduates must be registered in a minimumof nine semester hours of normal graded courses inthe semester of eligibility. Challenge, audit, andcredit free courses are not considered. Studentswho register in fewer than nine semester hours orsubsequently drop below nine hours may have theirawards cancelled.

• Graduate students must be registered for residencecredit in an approved full time program in thesemester of eligibility. Students who do not registeror subsequently change to on-leave status mayhave their awards cancelled.

• Candidates must submit an application form toFinancial Assistance or be nominated by a member(or members) of the Simon Fraser Universityfaculty, staff, student body or alumni. Individualssubmitting a nomination for an award must file thenomination form with Financial Assistance.

• Normally, only one intervening semester will beallowed between the semester in which theregistered student made their contributions and thesemester in which the award is adjudicated.

• Where contributions are over and above usualexpectations, remunerated or assigned activities,such as course assignments or teaching duties,may be considered for recognition.

• Unless otherwise stated, awards are tenable only atSimon Fraser University for the semester indicatedon the notice and may not be deferred.

Awards for all studentsAlumni Association Outstanding StudentLeadership AwardProgram code: UPAO-167Value: $2,000Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted to a student in anyfaculty who is in his/her third or fourth year with aminimum of thirty (30) credit hours completed atSFU. The recipient will have demonstrated acombination of outstanding academic achievementand outstanding performance or leadership inanother endeavour at SFU or in the broadercommunity. The achievement may be in athletics orthe arts, in service to the University or to thecommunity at large. Nominations, including a letterand resume from the nominee and a supporting letterfrom an individual who can speak to theachievements of the nominee, should be sent fromthe chair or director of the nominee’s department orschool to the registrar. The award will be made bythe senate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee. Presentation of the alumni associationoutstanding student leadership award will take placeat the annual outstanding alumni awards ceremony.

Annual Corporate Appeal FundProgram code: UPAM-003Value: variableAwarded: annuallyTerms of reference: Awards may be based onacademic merit or financial need in keeping with thewishes of the donor. Awards will be granted fromtime to time from this fund in the name of corporatedonors to the University.

BC Bearing Engineers Limited AwardProgram code: UEAO-537Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Granted to a co-op student inany faculty who is doing his/her work term(s) in LatinAmerica, including Mexico. The Award is intended tooff-set travel and/or living expenses for the period oftime (not exceeding one year) spent in LatinAmerica, or Mexico. If more than one student appliesfor the award, then the best CGPA will be thedeciding factor. The award will be made by thesenate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the recommendation of the director,co-operative education.

BC Sugar Achievement AwardProgram code: UEAO-526Value: $4,000Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted to an SFU faculty, staffmember, student or multiple of the same who meetthe following criteria: winner of national orinternational competition, or recipient of national orinternational prize or award; history of leadership inrecipient’s field; accomplishment(s) relate directly toresponsibilites and activities at SFU. Nominations ofan individual or group should be forwarded to thedirector, student academic resources by April 15th ofeach year. Nominations should include a descriptionof the nominee’s achievements, a curriculum vitae (ifappropriate), and three letters of recommendation.

Ned de Beck Undergraduate AwardProgram code: UPAO-174Value: $1,250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in anyfaculty, on a competitive basis, and may be used tosupport research projects, co-op placements,internships or other activities directly related to thestudent’s interest in the public service or politicsgenerally. Applications should include the student’stranscript, a letter of reference from an SFU facultymember, a statement regarding the proposed project

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or internship, and should be submitted throughFinancial Assistance in the fall semester for work tobe undertaken in the following calendar year.Completed applications will be adjudicated by thescholarship committee of the Department of PoliticalScience. The intent of these awards is to fosterinterest and research in public administration, policyand the parliamentary system. The awards will bemade available by the president, SFU.

Deans’ Convocation MedalsProgram code: UUAO-002Value: Silver MedalAwarded: MayTerms of reference: A graduating student from eachfaculty. The dean of the respective faculty willrecommend a student who is from the top 5% ofgraduating students within that faculty. The top 5% isdefined by cumulative GPA. All nominations are to beforwarded to the assistant to the registrar.

Terry Fox Gold MedalProgram code: UUAO-001Value: 1 @ $1,000 and 3 semesters’ tuitionAwarded: MayTerms of reference: Any person who hasdemonstrated those personal qualities of courage inadversity and dedication to society which have beenexemplified by Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope.All nominations should be made directly to FinancialAssistance.

Alexander Fraser Award in Piping and DrummingProgram code: UEAO-011Value: approx $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: These awards are madefollowing a competition among the pipers anddrummers on campus. A cash award will be made tothe student judged best in each of the twocategories. In addition, a cash award may also bemade to the student who has contributed mostsignificantly to the development of Highland traditionat Simon Fraser University.

Gandhi Essay AwardProgram code: UPAO-034Value: $350Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Simon Fraser Universityundergraduates, who have completed at least 30credit hours and who are registered for courses inthe current academic year (September–August) areeligible for the award. Essays should be typed andbe no longer than 2500 words. Essays must besubmitted to the director, Institute of Humanities byMay 31st. The award is made available under theauspices of the Gandhi Peace Trust fund of the IndiaClub.

Governor General’s Silver MedalProgram code: UPAO-001Value: Silver MedalAwarded: MayTerms of reference: The silver medal will be awardedto the student whose record, in the opinion of thefaculties, is the most outstanding in the graduatingclasses in any faculty. Eligible candidates shouldhave completed a minimum of 60 semester hours atSimon Fraser University. The award shall be made tothe student who has maintained a high scholasticstanding during not fewer than six semesters or theequivalent of 60 semester hours or more at SimonFraser University.

Stephen Harold Edward Herring PrizeProgram code: UEAO-048Value: $1,000Awarded: summerTerms of reference: The Herring Prize will honour thedevelopment of a device or innovative way to restorelost functions and provide increased independencefor people who have been paralyzed. Submissionswill be evaluated by the Herring committee based onthe originality of the research, keeping in mind the

contribution of direct and effective research inalleviation and curing injuries made by impact thatcause any paralysis. Eligible candidates will begraduate or undergraduate students at SFU in anyfaculty. The submission should include a descriptionof the research, device or innovation to alleviate orcure injuries causing paralysis and two letters ofsupport from faculty who know the student well andcan attest to the originality of the research and roleplayed by the student. Submissions should be sentto the director, student academic resources by April15th. The Herring Prize will be awarded at theFebruary awards ceremony in the following year. Theaward will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee on the nomination ofthe Stephen Herring prize committee.

Hong Kong University BC Alumni AwardProgram code: UEAO-538Value: $300Awarded: springTerms of reference: A co-op student in any facultywho is doing his/her work placement in Hong Kong.The award is intended to offset travel and/or livingexpenses for the period of time (not exceeding oneyear) spent in Hong Kong. The award will be madeby the senate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the recommendation of the co-operative education program director.

Honor RollProgram code: N/AValue: see terms of referenceAwarded: see terms of referenceTerms of reference: A limited number of students willbe admitted each semester to the University honorroll, mainly on the basis of excellent work completedin the previous semester. This award will be shownon the student’s permanent record. Admission to thehonor roll requires that the student:

• must have completed a minimum of 30 semesterhours at Simon Fraser University by the end of thesemester being evaluated

• must have completed at least 12 semester hours ofcredit in the semester being evaluated

• must achieve a minimum semester GPA of 4.00calculated on all normally graded coursescompleted in the semester being evaluated

Judy Kelly Humanitarian AwardProgram code: UEAO-522Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyFaculty who has provided volunteer services to theuniversity community. Particular preference will begiven to students who have provided aid to studentswith physical disabilities. Applicants may apply forthe award themselves, or may be recommended by amember of the university community.

Barry and E. Anne Macdonald Asia-CanadaAwardsProgram code: UEAO-525Value: $1,200Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Awarded on a competitive basisto undergraduate students in the Asia-CanadaProgram, and may be used to support travel and/orliving expenses for a student attending an Asian fieldschool (e.g. but not limited to, the Chinese fieldschool). From time to time, funds may be used tosupport the community outreach activities of theAsia-Canada Program. The award will be made bythe senate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the nomination of the Dean of Arts orhis/her designate.

Iain Ormsaig MacKinnon Memorial FundProgram code: UEAO-045Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in anyfaculty. The award is for a student who plays the

bagpipes, either as a solo musician or as part of theSimon Fraser University Pipe Band or another pipeband, and who has a 3.25 CGPA. Applications forthis award should include a letter of reference froman appropriate individual discussing the applicant’sactivities as a piper or participation in a pipe band.

Jonathan Mara Entrepreneurs AwardProgram code: UPAO-178Value: 3 @ $500Awarded: fall, spring, summer.Terms of reference: Will be given to second, third, orfourth year or higher undergraduate students in anyFaculty, and will be granted to students holdingsatisfactory academic records. Successful applicantswill be selected on their contribution of time andenergy to the ACE program (Association ofCollegiate Entrepreneurs) at SFU.

Marcia Scholarship in ElectroacousticsProgram code: UEAO-130Value: $250Awarded: springTerms of reference: A graduate or undergraduatestudent from any discipline who shows promise and/or excellence in the field of electroacoustics, whetherfor composition, research, performance orproduction. A department nomination is required.

C.D.Nelson Memorial PrizeProgram code: UEAO-019Value: $500Awarded: MayTerms of reference: A student, a faculty member or astaff member making an outstanding contributionother than academic, to Simon Fraser University.Nominations are to be made through FinancialAssistance. This prize given as a Simon FraserUniversity award, will be in the form of a work of artpurchased through a recognized art dealer. A smallmetal plaque bearing the title C.D. Nelson MemorialPrize may be affixed to the work of art. The prize is inmemory of Professor C.D. Nelson, first head ofbiological sciences, who gave so fully of himself tothe whole University community.

Eileen Purkiss Memorial Endowment AwardProgram code: UEAO-023Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of reference: To graduate and undergraduateinternational students. In adjudicating the award,consideration will be given to the specialcontributions made by the student to the social andcultural exchange and development of internationalstudents at Simon Fraser University with specificreference to volunteer service, promotion of goodwill,and the organization of social, cultural and relatedevents. Applications or nominations may be madethrough Financial Assistance with appropriate lettersof reference. The endowment fund is established inmemory of Eileen Purkiss.

Gordon M. Shrum Gold MedalProgram code: UPAO-002Value: 1 Gold Medal and $500Awarded: MayTerms of reference: An outstanding student in anyfaculty who has completed the requirements for thebachelor’s degree during the preceding summer, fallor spring semester.

Simon Fraser University Pipe Band MemorialAwardProgram code: UEAO-043Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A Simon Fraser Universitystudent playing with the University Pipe Band whohas particular promise in piping or drumming andwho has maintained a satisfactory academic record.Recommendation is required from the SFU pipeband major.

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Simon Fraser University Piping AwardProgram code: UUAO-006Value: $600Awarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: Students who are members ofthe Simon Fraser University Pipe Band in recognitionof their significant contribution to the University. TheCeremonies Office will forward nominations toFinancial Assistance.

Ted Sinnott Memorial FundProgram code: UEAO-027Value: $500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: A student who has made acontribution of a voluntary nature, to the Universitycommunity, thereby reflecting positively the cheerand goodwill which the late Ted Sinnott generated atSimon Fraser University for so many years.Nominations or applications will be received byFinancial Assistance.

William A. (Bill) Stewart Volunteer LeadershipAwardProgram code: UEAO-049Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of reference: To graduate or undergraduatestudents in any faculty whose volunteer activitieshave made a significant contribution to thedevelopment and/or improvement of campuscommunity life. The application should include aletter from the student outlining his/her volunteeractivities and the impact those activities have had oncampus life.

Dr. Abe Unrau Memorial Co-op PrizeProgram code: UEAO-039Value: $400Awarded: summerTerms of reference: An outstanding co-op student inany faculty who, at the time of graduation, has thehighest cumulative grade point average and who hassuccessfully completed a minimum of four worksemesters. A student from the School of EngineeringScience co-op program may also be considered if he/she has successfully completed three work termsand a research semester (the undergraduate thesisproject) producing an undergraduate thesis. Theaward will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee on the nomination ofthe director, co-operative education program.

Joan H. Walter Memorial FundProgram code: UEAO-030Value: $100Awarded: fallTerms of reference: This award will be awardedbiennially to a student who has been employed in theTour Guide Service. Special consideration will begiven to the student’s willingness to serve andpersonal commitment to the University communityand to the degree to which Simon Fraser Universityhas been promoted with enthusiasm and accurateinformation. This fund has been established inmemory of Joan H. Walter, formerly a Simon FraserUniversity Media and Public Relations employee andUniversity tour guide supervisor. A nomination fromthe director of student recruitment is required.

Roger G. Welch Alumni PrizeProgram code: UEAO-172Value: $600Awarded: summerTerms of reference: An alumnus/alumni of SimonFraser University pursuing a degree program or apost baccalaureate diploma. The prize will honor orrecognize students who have demonstratedleadership, citizenship and dedication in service tothe university community. Participation on the widercommunity will also be considered. The granting ofthe prize will be based on evidence submitted by theapplicant or by another person, group or association.

Awards for Applied Sciences studentsCommunication Alumni Endowment AwardProgram code: UEAO-155Value: $1,000Awarded: summerTerms of reference: A third or fourth yearundergraduate student in communication whosubmits the best essay in the field of communication.

Computing Science Graduation AwardProgram code: UEAO-529Value: $500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Top graduating student incomputing science. If there are two students whoqualify, the award will be given to the student whohas demonstrated service to the computing scienceundergraduate student body or to the university. Theaward will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee on the nomination ofthe director or the School of Computing Science.

Computing Science Student Society AwardProgram code: UEAO-042Value: $500Awarded: fall and/or springTerms of reference: Undergraduate students incomputing science, who if declared majors, meet theGPA requirements to stay in the School, or if not adeclared major, meet the School’s GPArequirements to declare. Candidates need not havecompleted all the courses required to declare a majorin computing science. Applicants must demonstrateservice to the University community in particular tothe undergraduate computing science studentsociety and/or the computing science undergraduatestudent body. Financial need may be taken intoaccount if more than one student qualifies for theaward. Applications for the award should besubmitted to the director of the School of ComputingScience and will include a letter discussing universitycommunity involvement or involvement with thesociety. Recommendations from any member maybe submitted to the director. The awards will bemade by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the nomination of thedirector of the School of Computing Science inconsultation with the undergraduate computingscience student society.

DMR Award in Information TechnologyProgram code: UPAO-182Value: $2,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted annually in anysemester to a third or fourth year student pursingeither a joint major in information systems inbusiness administration and computing science or adegree in the management and systems scienceprogram. Applications should include an indication ofthe students’ interest in and work with informationtechnology. The recipents of the DMR awards maybe eligible to be considered for a summer work termwith DMR Consulting Group Inc.

Engineering Science Undergraduate StudentProject AwardProgram code: UEAO -535Value: variableAwarded: fall, spring, summerTerms of reference: Given annually for projectsproposed by SFU engineering scienceundergraduate students. The project proposalssubmitted for consideration should contain adescription of the project, category as noted below,the benefits to engineering science students, theuniversity or to industry, an implementation scheduleincluding a deadline and a contact student who isregistered, and a complete cost breakdown. Theproject can fall into one of four (4) categories that will

be ranked according to the rating criteria (first criteriabeing the highest).

Category A - CompetitionProjects that will be entered to compete incompetitionRating criteria: within the scope of SFU engineeringscience, ambitious, team oriented, scientific merit-awards will include travel costs associated withcompetition participation

Category B - EntrepreneurialProjects that expect to produce a workable prototype.A brief business plan should be included in theproject proposal.Rating criteria: pragmatic, cost effective, visionary

Category C - ClassProjects that originated from an engineering scienceclass or a special projects laboratoryRating criteria: originality, usability, team oriented

Category D - MiscellaneousTravel and projects not covered under category Athrough C and/or purchase of lab equipment and/orteaching aids.

The award(s) will be granted by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on thenominations of the funding Ccouncil and the directorof the School of Engineering Science.

Engineering Undergraduate Student SocietyAwardProgram code: UEAO-512Value: $250Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: An undergraduate student inengineering science who has demonstrated serviceto the engineering science undergraduate studentbody. Students must be in good academic standingto apply for award. Preference will be given to thosestudents who have not previously received theaward. Applications for the award should be made tothe director of the School of Engineering Science.The application should include a letter from thestudent of the EUSS discussing the student’sinvolvement in and service to the engineeringscience student body. In addition, any member of theengineering science undergraduate student bodymay nominate a recipient to the director of theSchool of Engineering Science. The director willconsult with the EUSS prior to making therecommendation. The award will be made by thesenate undergraduate award adjudication committeeon the nomination of the director of School ofEngineering Science.

First Marathon Inc. Award in KinesiologyProgram code: UEAO-533Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Available to Kinesiology Majorand Honours students interested in developing acareer in sport science or the fitness industry. Tenureand remuneration from the award shall extend overthree semesters. Candidates must have completedat least 90 hours of course work towards a BScdegree in kinesiology usually with a 3.0 GPA.Candidates must already be in possession of CPR,RFA and preferably, an industrial first aidcertification. The successful candidate will workunder the supervision in the Tong Louie HumanPerformance Centre a minimal 5 hours per week ineach of two semesters. Suitable candidates oncompletion of two semesters of supervised study willbe offered an opportunity to work independently as aconsultant in the Centre for the remaining semesterof the award. Applications for the award will bereceived by the director, School of Kinesiology inAugust each year. Selection will be made by thedirector of the Tong Louie Human PerformanceCentre and the director of the School of Kinesiologyand announced on the 1st of September.

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Glenayre Award in Engineering Science/Computing ScienceProgram code: UPAO-173Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate students in theSchool of Engineering Science or the School ofComputing Science. The Glenayre Awards will begranted to the best senior projects that show thestudents’ interest and aptitude in one or more areaspertaining to Glenayre’s business, including wirelessdata communications, embedded systemsprogramming, communications protocol design,digital signal processing, applications of operatingsystems to real-time problems, communicationnetwork management, and communication systemshardware design. A letter of recommendation fromthe faulty member supervising the student’s seniorproject should be submitted with the application. Theaward will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee.

Management and Systems Science PrizeProgram code: UEAO-040Value: $250Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student completing theirdegree in the preceding fall or spring semester of theaward or the summer semester following the award.Students may be nominated for the award by facultymembers in any of the constituent departments of theMSSC Program, the executive of MSSC studentsociety or co-op co-ordinators placing MSSCstudents. The criteria will be academic achievementand contribution to the MSSC Program. A portion ofthe earned interest may be used to supportundergraduate scholarships for students in theprogram.

Radio Station CHMB AM1320 Award inCommunicationProgram code: UEAO-523Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Available to a student enrolled inthe communication honors program to assist with thecost of completing the honors project. Preference willbe given to a multi-lingual student whose honorsproject addresses issues regarding the diversity oflanguages and cultures in the Greater Vancouverarea with a focus on the role of the mass media,preferably radio. The award will be made by thesenate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the nomination of the director, Schoolof Communication.

Rogers Communications Inc. Award inCommunicationProgram code: UEAO-120Value: $2,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Student enrolled in thecommunication honors program to assist with thecost of completing the honors project. Preference willbe given to a student whose Honors projectaddresses recent issues in communication (e.g.,relating to television or to the production of a video).The award will be made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on thenomination of the director, School of Communication.

University Publishers Award in EngineeringProgram code: UEAO-536Value: $400Awarded: fallTerms of reference: To a student in the School ofEngineering Science based on academic merit andhis/her participation in student government as anofficer. The successful applicant may be involved asan officer in the engineering undergraduate studentsociety (EUSS) or in the campus-wide SFU studentsociety. Departmental nomination is required.

Awards for Arts studentsNoel Archambault Memorial Award in FilmProgram Code: UEAO-050Value: variousAwarded: summerTerms of Reference: Granted to an undergraduatestudent in the School for Contemporary Arts, filmmajor program whose fourth year film/video projectbest invokes Noel Archambault's spirit ofindependence, innovation and technical ingenuity.The award will be adjudicated on the basis of theproposal for their upcoming fourth year film or videoproject the film major students present at theconclusion of their third year in the film program. Theaward will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee on the nomination ofthe director, School for Contemporary Arts.

Archaeometry Prize Endowment FundProgram code: UEAO-003Value: $200Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Either an undergraduate orgraduate student who has shown exceptionalscholarship and an interest in the application ofphysical science to archaeology. This prize will beawarded by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the nomination of thefaculty members involved in archaeometry.

Jane Austen Society PrizeProgram code: UPAO-132Value: $100Awarded: summerTerms of reference: A student for the best essay byan upper-level undergraduate student on the subjectof Jane Austen, her life, works, or closely relatedsocial history. The award will be made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on therecommendation of the English department.Applications and/or nominations are to be forwardedto the Dean of Graduate Studies office foradjudication.

G.A.B.C. Chuck Bayley Memorial AwardProgram code: UEAO-519Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Graduate or undergraduatestudents, full or part-time, who have throughvolunteer or paid work experience demonstrated anaptitude for and interest in the field of gerontology.The award will be made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on thenomination of the Gerontology Alumni Chapter.

British Columbia Psychological AssociationAwardProgram code: UPAO-005Value: $0Awarded: summerTerms of reference: A certificate of excellence will beawarded for outstanding achievement in the study ofpsychology to a graduating student who hascompleted the requirements for a bachelor’s degreeover the previous summer, fall, or spring semester.

Robert C. Brown AwardProgram code: UEAO-195Value: $2,000Awarded: summerTerms of reference: A student in the Faculty of Artswho has completed a minimum of 60 credit hours atthe University. The recipient will have demonstrateda combination of outstanding academic achievementand outstanding performance or leadership inanother endeavour at Simon Fraser. This may be inathletics, in service to the University, or inrepresenting the University to the community atlarge. The Robert C. Brown Endowment Fund wasestablished to recognize the outstandingcontributions of Dr. Robert C. Brown to Simon FraserUniversity, and particularly to the Faculty of Artswhere, for fifteen years he was Dean. Nominations,

including the nominee’s résumé, should beforwarded to Financial Assistance.

Bureau du Quebec Book Prizes in QuebecStudiesProgram code: UEAO-531Value: $0Awarded: springTerms of reference: To one top rankingundergraduate student and one top ranking graduatestudent in the Department of French having aconcentration in Quebec studies within thedepartment’s French-Canadian course offerings,including Quebec literature and/or linguistics. Theawards will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee and the senategraduate awards sdjudication committee on therecommendation of the chair, Department of French.The Department of French reserves the right towithhold one or both prizes in any given year.

Bice Caple AwardsProgram code: UUAO-005Value: up to 3 @ $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Outstanding contribution to theFine Arts at Simon Fraser University during theprevious year. During the tenure of the award eachrecipient must: •be a registered student at SimonFraser University •pursue a course of studies anddemonstrate academic competence •continue to beactive in Arts at Simon Fraser University. Normally,the award may be held only once, but in no case mayan individual receive the award more than twice.Each recipient will be nominated by the director ofthe School of the Contemporary Arts the award of$1,000. will be disbursed in two equal installments,one in the fall semester and one in the springsemester.

Simon Fraser University Service Awards(Contemporary Arts)Program code: UUAO-000Value: variableAwarded: fall and springTerms of reference: Students in the School forContemporary Arts who have made a significantcontribution in their field of study. Candidates musthave been registered in a minimum of six credithours (hours with a calculated GPA) with satisfactoryacademic standing in the qualifying semester ofcontribution. Graduate students may also berecognized for these awards.

Laurence Mervyn Cox Internships in the Centrefor Research in Academic WritingProgram code: UEAO-528Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An internship may be granted toa third or fourth year undergraduate student in theDepartment of English who has demonstrated anexcellent command of written and spokent English.The applicant should be a Canadian citizen or apermanent resident of Canada. The application willinclude samples of at least two pieces of theapplicant’s written work. When possible, preferencewill be given to students in financial need. Thesuccessful applicant(s) will intern in the WritingCentre for one semester. The award will be made bythe senate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the recommendation of the chair,Department of English.

Downtown Vancouver Association Award inUrban StudiesProgram code: UEAO-047Value: $775Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Granted to a student in the postbaccalaureate program in urban studies who submitsthe best essay or project in a given year. The awardwill be made by the senate undergraduate awards

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adjudication committee on the nomination of thedirector, urban studies program.

Al Eisenring Gerontology AwardProgram code: UEAO-041Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate maturestudent whose area of study is gerontology. Adepartmental nomination is required from the chair ofgerontology.

European History Book PrizeProgram code: UEAO-174Value: $200Awarded: summerTerms of reference: The author of a superiorundergraduate term report or essay on any topicconcerning European history. Special considerationwill be given for originality in analysis and treatmentof the area. Essays are to be submitted to the Historydepartment by April 15th and must have been writtenin one of the three previous semesters. Thedepartment of history awards committee will make anomination to the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee. The history department willundertake to publicize and adjudicate the essaycompetition.

Institute for the Humanities Travel-Study AwardProgram code: N/AValue: $1,500Awarded: spring or summerTerms of reference: Third or fourth year studentswho are taking a major or minor in English,philosophy or history, to assist them to attend thetravel-study credit program offered through thealumni relations office. A minimum cumulative GPAof 2.50 is required. Applications should be sent to thedirector, Institute for the humanities, and mustinclude a curriculum vitae, a 750 word essaydescribing the relevance of the program/course tothe student’s academic program, and two letters ofreference from Simon Fraser University faculty. Theapplication deadline is January 6th.

Nick Kravariotis Memorial Scholarship in HellenicStudiesProgram Code: UEAO-200Value: $545Awarded: springTerms of Reference: Granted to a student with thehighest gpa in intermediate modern greek language.

Betty Lambert Memorial PrizeProgram code: UEAO-014Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate studentenrolled in at least nine credit hours. The prize will bebased upon the best unpublished play submitted.Students must apply to the Department of English byFebruary 15th. The endowment fund is established inmemory of Betty Lambert.

Cliff Lloyd Memorial FundProgram code: UEAO-016Value: $75Awarded: summerTerms of reference: An honors student in economicsgraduating with the highest CGPA on the nominationof the Department of Economics.

Stephen McIntyre Book Prize in HistoryEndowmentProgram code: UPAO-018Value: $400Awarded: summerTerms of reference: The top graduating student inhistory in recognition of academic excellence on thenomination of the Department of History awardscommittee.

Sean McLeod Memorial Award in MusicProgram code: UPAO-180Value: $500

Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in theSchool for the Contemporary Arts majoring in music.The successful applicant will be a full-time studentwho achieved a gpa of 2.8 or more in their previoussemesters of full-time studies at Simon FraserUniversity. Preference, when possible, will be givento students who have returned to full-time studiessubsequent to a substantial interruption of theiracademic career after secondary school.

Richard Morgan Memorial Book PrizeProgram code: UEAO-038Value: $150Awarded: summerTerms of reference: An undergraduate student whosubmits a superior term report or essay on any topicconcerning Canadian Native history. Specialconsideration will be given for originality in analysisand treatment of the area. Essays are to besubmitted to the history department by April 15, andmust have been written in one of the three previoussemesters. The award will be made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on thenomination of the Department of History awardscommittee.

Ingrid Nystrom Archaeology AwardProgram code: UEAO-180Value: $850Awarded: springTerms of reference: An undergraduate studentmajoring in Archaeology to further studies inarchaeology or physical anthropology. Pleaseconsult the archaeology department for furtherdetails and application procedures by November 1st.

Dr. M. Sheila O’Connell Prize for Children’sLiteratureProgram code: UPAO-020Value: $1,500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: An undergraduate student whohas completed work in the general subject area ofchildren’s literature, fiction or criticism or is workingtowards publication of a piece of children’s literature.A proposal outlining the story should be forwarded bycandidates to the cross-disciplinary committee fromthe Faculty of Education, the Department of Englishand the School of Communication. The award will bemade by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the recommendation ofthe joint committee.

Margaret Ormsby History Prize Endowment FundProgram code: UPAO-176Value: $275Awarded: summerTerms of reference: For the best essay written by anundergraduate upper level student enrolled in aCanadian history course at Simon Fraser. Specialconsideration will be given for originality in analysisand treatment of the subject. Essays are to besubmitted to the history department by April 15th,and must have been written in one of the threeprevious semesters. Margaret Ormsby, the doyen ofhistorians of British Columbia, wrote the standardwork on the history of the province, served for tenyears (1965-75) as the head of the historydepartment at the University of British Columbia andas president of the Canadian Historical Associationin 1965-66, and was awarded an honorary doctorateby Simon Fraser University in 1971. The prize will bemanaged by the history department and will beawarded on the nomination of the Ormsby prizecommittee to the department. The history departmentwill undertake to publicize and adjudicate the essaycompetition. The prize will be granted by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on thenomination of the dhair of the Department of History.

Philippa Polsen Memorial PrizeProgram code: UPAO-021Value: $250Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student for the best Englishhonors essay completed during the calendar yearpreceding October 15th. The selection committee,composed of the Department of Englishundergraduate committee, will consider all essayscompleted during the year. Graduated students, aswell as those still completing a degree, are eligible.

Prize of the Ambassador of Switzerland inCanadaProgram code: UPAO-022Value: book prizeAwarded: summerTerms of reference: Students in their final year withthe highest grades in German and French languageson recommendation by the Department (for German)and the Department of French (for French).

Psychology Alumni Honors PrizeProgram code: UEAO-037Value: $500Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: A student enrolled in PSYC 490/499. The award will be based on the quality ofresearch conducted for the honours project. Therecipient will be expected to give a talk on his/herresearch at the psychology department’s annualconvention. Both graduates and undergraduates areeligible. Awards will be made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee on thenomination of the chair of the psychologydepartment.

Rama Reddy Political Science AwardProgram code: UEAO-527Value: $250Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Top graduating student inPolitical Science. The awards will be made by thesenate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the nomination of the chair of thepolitical science department.

Simon Fraser University Gold Medal and Prize InHistoryProgram code: UPAO-026Value: $0Awarded: summerTerms of reference: The Department of Historywishes to recognize and encourage academicexcellence with the award of a medal to the besthistory student in each graduating year.The awardwill be based on the best grade point average forupper level work.

Robert L Stanfield Book PrizeProgram code: UEAO-028Value: $50Awarded: springTerms of reference: Outstanding graduating studentsin political science. Awards will be made by thesenate undergraduate awards adjudicationcommittee on the nomination of the chair of thepolitical science department.

F.W. Sullivan Visual Arts AwardProgram code: UEAO-029Value: $65Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student majoring in the centrefor the arts visual arts program. The award will bebased upon a student’s contribution to the visual artsand the financial need associated with the publicexhibition of his or her work. Nominations will beforwarded from the centre for the arts to the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee.

Winnie Topping Memorial PrizeProgram code: UEAO-032Value: $150Awarded: summer

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Terms of reference: A female student in honorsanthropology or sociology who shows the greatestpromise of becoming both a scholar and ahumanitarian. Applicants must submit a letter ofnomination from a faculty member of the Departmentof Sociology and Anthropology.

Volunteers of the Burnaby Art Gallery Award inVisual ArtsProgram code: UEAO-046Value: $690Awarded: springTerms of reference: The most promising student inthird year in the Visual Arts major program. Theaward will be made by the senate undergraduateawards adjudication committee on the nomination ofthe School for the Contemporary Arts departmentalawards committee.

Brian Williamson Memorial Award in ArchaeologyProgram code: UEAO-515Value: $550Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student who has declared amajor in archaeology, is registered in a minimum ofnine credit hours (not necessarily in Archaeology)when application is made and intends to use theaward to help defray travel costs to participate in fieldresearch in archaeology or physical anthropology.The Award will be based on use of the award,academic achievements, and relevance of travel tothe applicant’s academic career. Applications shouldbe sent in writing to the chair, Department ofArchaeology. The application should include:evidence that the student is an Archaeology major ingood academic standing, copy of most recenttranscript, a statement describing how the award willbe used and any other relevant information that willaid the committees in their decision. The award willbe made by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the nomination of theDepartment of Archaeology undergraduate Awardscommittee.

Awards for Business AdministrationstudentsSamuel Belzberg Award of Excellence in FinanceProgram code: UEAO-035Value: $200Awarded: summerTerms of reference: An outstanding graduatingstudent in Finance who has also made an importantvoluntary contribution to the University community orwho has otherwise demonstrated leadership andmanagement capability. The award is supported bythe Diamond Fund in business. A departmentalnomination is required.

Business Administration Students EndowmentFund PrizesProgram code: UEAO-006Value: $100Awarded: summerTerms of reference: The two finalists in the Dean’sMedal competition. Students will be chosen by theDean of Business Administration.

Cohen Fund in Business — J. Segal PrizeProgram code: UEAO-036Value: $400Awarded: summerTerms of reference: The top undergraduategraduating business administration student inMarketing. This prize is supported by the CohenFund in Business. Departmental nomination isrequired.

DMR Award in Information TechnologyProgram code: UPAO-182Value: $2,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted annually in anysemester to a third or fourth year student pursing

either a joint major in information systems inbusiness administration and computing science or adegree in the management and systems scienceprogram. Applications should include an indication ofthe students’ interest in and work with informationtechnology. The recipents of the DMR Awards maybe eligible to be considered for a summer work termwith DMR Consulting Group Inc.

Management and Systems Science PrizeProgram code: UEAO-040Value: $250Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student completing theirdegree in the preceding fall or spring semester of theaward or the summer semester following the award.Students may be nominated for the award by facultymembers in any of the constituent departments ofthe MSSC Program, the executive of MSSC studentsociety or co-op co-ordinators placing MSSCstudents. The criteria will be academic achievementand contribution to the MSSC Program. A portion ofthe earned interest may be used to supportundergraduate scholarships for students in theProgram.

SFU Accounting Club AwardProgram code: UPAO-181Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student in the Faculty ofBusiness Administration with a concentration inaccounting. The award is based on academic meritand extra-curricular involvement. The successfulapplicant should have a minimum cgpa of 3.5. Extra-curricular interests can include active membershipsin clubs, volunteer experiences, sports activities andcommunity involvement. Along with the application,applicants should submit a personal letter outliningtheir extra-curricular interests and a supporting letterof reference.

University Publishers Award in BusinessAdministrationProgram code: UPAO-179Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to a student in theFaculty of Business Administration based onacademic merit and his/her participation in studentgovernment as an officer. The successful applicantmay be involved as an officer in the businessadministration student society (BASS) or in thecampus-wide SFU student society. Applicants mustsubmit a resume and a letter documenting theirinvolvement in BASS or the student society.

Awards for Education studentsJean G.K. Bailey Memorial FundProgram code: UEAO-004Value: $0Awarded: summerTerms of reference: A student who entered theProfessional Development Program in September,and a student who entered in January. The awardswill be a three year membership in the NationalSociety for the Study of Education.

Dr. Maxwell A. Cameron Memorial Medals andPrizeProgram code: UPAO-007Value: $100Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Awarded by the BCTF to thestudent in each of: the University of British Columbia,the University of Victoria and Simon FraserUniversity, completing the final year of the programleading to the professional basic certificate forsecondary school teaching who achieves the higheststanding in academic and professional studies andfirst class standing in EDUC 405. A similar award ismade on the same terms to the leading student inthe final year of the program leading to the

professional certificate for elementary schoolteaching. Students will be selected by the Faculty ofEducation. These awards commemorate thedistinguished life and work of Dr. Maxwell A.Cameron (1907-1951), first director of the School ofEducation at the University of British Columbia andauthor of the Cameron Report on Education.

Claude E. Lewis Award in EducationProgram code: UEAO-015Value: $50Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Students who attain the higheststanding on completion of the ProfessionalDevelopment Program in the Faculty of Education.

Dr. M. Sheila O’Connell Prize for Children’sLiteratureProgram code: UEAO-534Value: $1,500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: An undergraduate student whohas completed work in the general subject area ofchildren’s literature, fiction or criticism or is workingtowards publication of a piece of children’s literature.A proposal outlining the story should be forwarded bycandidates to the cross-disciplinary committee fromthe Faculty of Education, the Department of Englishand the School of Communication. The award will bemade by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the recommendation ofthe joint committee.

Professional Development Program Awards ofExcellenceProgram code: UUAO-003Value: up to 5 @ $500Awarded: summerTerms of reference: In recognition of excellence inoverall performance during the 401/402 and 405practica as well as demonstrated potential for futureprofessional growth. Nominations may come fromself, faculty, school associates or other studentteachers. Contact the Faculty of Education for furtherinformation.

Awards for Science studentsArchaeometry Prize Endowment FundProgram code: UEAO-003Value: $200Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Either an undergraduate orgraduate student who has shown exceptionalscholarship and an interest in the application ofphysical science to archaeology. This prize will beawarded by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the nomination of thefaculty members involved in Archaeometry.

Chemistry Book Award — Dr. E.J. WellsProgram code: UEAO-008Value: $50Awarded: summerTerms of reference: Outstanding graduation gradepoint averages to graduating students in Chemistry,chemical physics or biochemistry.

Chemistry/Biochemistry AwardProgram code: UEAO-173Value: $900Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An undergraduate student in thefinal year pursuing a major or honors degree inchemistry or biochemistry. The award will be grantedto an outstanding student as judged by academicaccomplishments and contributions to thedepartment and to the University. Departmentalnomination is required.

Dean of Science AwardProgram code: UEAO-009Value: $245Awarded: fallTerms of reference: On the basis of academic merit

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to a student in the Faculty of Science, who hascompleted a minimum of 90 semester hours in amajor or honors degree program. The prize will bebased upon the student’s cumulative GPA in theprevious two semesters of full-time study at SimonFraser University (at least 12 semester hours creditin each semester) and the nominee will benominated by the Faculty of Science UndergraduateCurriculum Committee.

DMR Award in Information TechnologyProgram code: UPAO-182Value: $2,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted annually in anysemester to a third or fourth year student pursingeither a joint major in information systems inbusiness administration and computing science or adegree in the management and systems scienceprogram. Applications should include an indication ofthe students’ interest in and work with informationtechnology. The recipents of the DMR Awards maybe eligible to be considered for a summer work termwith DMR Consulting Group Inc.

Rudi Haering Award in PhysicsProgram code: UEAO-013Value: $600Awarded: summerTerms of reference: On the nomination of the physicsdepartment to an outstanding physics or chemicalphysics undergraduate who has completed sixsemesters of study. A book prize may be included aspart of the award. Established by members of theSimon Fraser University physics department in honorand recognition of Dr. R.R. Haering, foundingdepartment head and professor,1964-72.

Management and Systems Science PrizeProgram code: UEAO-040Value: $250Awarded: springTerms of reference: A student completing theirdegree in the preceding fall or spring semester of theaward or the summer semester following the award.Students may be nominated for the award by facultymembers in any of the constituent departments of theMSSC Program, the executive of MSSC studentsociety or co-op co-ordinators placing MSSCstudents. The criteria will be academic achievementand contribution to the MSSC Program. A portion ofthe earned interest may be used to supportundergraduate scholarships for students in theProgram.

Mathematics and Statistics Endowment FundProgram code: UEAO-017Value: $100Awarded: springTerms of reference: The most outstanding studentsin selected first and second year mathematics andstatistics courses. From time to time, interest incomemay be used for the enrichment of the mathematicsprogram at the discretion of the chair providing theexpenditure is within the general intent of theendowment fund. The chair of mathematics andstatistics will forward nominations for awards andprizes to the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee. This fund has beenestablished to provide awards to further mathematicsundergraduate education at Simon Fraser Universityand to encourage secondary school students to enterinto the study of mathematics.

Putnam AwardsProgram code: UPAO-024Value: $50Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Awarded by the Department ofMathematics and Statistics to Simon FraserUniversity students listed as top participants in theWilliam Lowell Putnam Mathematical Competition.The winners will be determined according to theofficial list provided by the organizers of this

competition. The ranking and the financial value ofthe award are as follows: rank award P (Putnamfellow) $350, N $300, H $250, I $200, II $150, III$100.

Webber Chemistry Co-op Book PrizeProgram code: UPAO-031Value: $50Awarded: springTerms of reference: Co-operative educationchemistry (biochemistry) students who submitoutstanding co-op work reports during the year. Theawards will be made on the basis of nominationssubmitted to the senate committee on scholarships,awards and bursaries by the chemistry co-op co-ordinator.

Awards for student athletesRegulations for Athletic AwardsThe following regulations apply to athletic andrecreation awards:

• Students must have achieved a minimumcumulative grade point average of 2.0 in theprevious semester and must not be on academicprobation, or, in the case of a first semester ortransfer student, must possess an equivalent highschool or college standing.

• Undergraduate students must be eligible tocompete and be registered in a minimum of ninesemester hours of normal graded courses in thesemester of eligibility. Challenge, audit, and credit-free courses are not considered. Students whoregister in fewer than nine semester hours orsubsequently drop below nine hours may have theirawards cancelled.

• Graduate students must be eligible to compete andbe registered for residence credit in an approvedfull-time program. Students who do not register orsubsequently change to on-leave status may havetheir awards cancelled.

• Unless otherwise noted, candidates must benominated by the director, campus communityservices.

• Only one intervening semester will be allowedbetween the semester in which the registeredstudent made their contribution and the semester inwhich the award is adjudicated.

• Athletic awards are tenable only at the Universityfor the semester indicated on the notice and maynot be deferred.

• Funds will be credited to the successful student’saccount with the University. Outstanding debts tothe University will be deducted from the awardfunds before a cheque for the credit balance isissued.

Yolande D. Anderson Women’s Basketball AwardProgram code: UEAA-060Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full-time student in goodstanding who is on the Simon Fraser women’sbasketball team and who demonstrates athleticability in basketball.

G.F. Kym Anthony Endowment FundProgram code: UEAA-087Value: variableAwarded: summerTerms of reference: The award is based on athleticmerit in the wrestling program and will be awarded toa full- or part-time student in good standing who is awrestler attending Simon Fraser University.

C.G. “Chuck” Arnold Golf AwardProgram code: UEAA-002Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Two students who demonstrateoutstanding ability in golf and meet the academicrequirements. Preference will be given to residents ofthe Lower Mainland of BC.

Athlete Assistance AwardsProgram Code: UUAO-105Value: variousAwarded: fall, spring and summerTerms of Reference: A number of awards areavailable each semester from funds raised by SFUathletic teams to assist student athletes in meetingeducational costs. Candidates must be members ofan SFU athletic team and have demonstrateddedication to their sport. Recipients must beregistered in 12 credit hours and maintain a 2.00CGPA. Awards will be made by the senateundergraduate awards adjudication committee onnominations from the director of RecreationalServices and Athletics.

SFU Athletic Awards for continuing studentsProgram code: UEAA-044Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: The award will be given toundergraduate student athletes on a varisty teamwho hold a satisfactory academic standing.

Athletic Entrance AwardsProgram code: UUAO-104Value: 2 @ $2,000 (disbursed in 2 $1,000installments)Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students on the basis of theirdemonstrated leadership along with good academicstanding in the school program. Students must benominated by the director of Athletics, maintain aCGPA of 2.00 and register in 12 hours during thetenure of the award.

Athletic and Recreation AwardsProgram code: UUAO-100Value: $1,400Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: In recognition of significantcontributions to the athletic activities of Simon FraserUniversity, or in recognition of excellence inextraordinary amateur athletic activities.

Jason Auramenko Memorial Golf AwardProgram code: UPAA-016Value: $2,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to a student or studentson the SFU golf team who exhibit outstanding athleticmerit and are in good academic standing. Therecipient(s) must be graduate(s) of Canadian juniorgolf and have demonstrated excellence in golf.$2000 in total will be awarded annually. The awardwill be made by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on the recommendation ofthe Head Golf Coach and DIrector, RecreationalServices and Athletics.

Bank of Nova Scotia Football AwardProgram code: UEAA-003Value: $300Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student registered in aprogram of study in any faculty at Simon FraserUniversity demonstrating outstanding ability infootball, as well as proven academic achievement.This $3,000. self-perpetuating athletic award hasbeen established by the Bank of Nova Scotia.

Best Cleaners Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-017Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: An athlete who meets theacademic requirements and exhibits outstandingability.

B.C. Central Credit Union Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-016Value: $300Awarded: annualTerms of reference:Annual award of approximately$300 to a student who is registered in a program of

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study in any faculty at SFU and who exhibitsoutstanding ability as well as proven academicachievement.

BC Jockey Club AwardProgram code: UPAA-001Value: $600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Two grant-in-aid awards will beawarded to students (male or female) whodemonstrate exceptional accomplishment or promiseand are active in intercollegiate sport. However,recipients must be additionally qualified in terms ofgood academic standing and character.

BC Lions Alumni Association FoundationProgram code: UPAA-002Value: $300Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A former BC secondary schoolfootball player who is an undergraduate student atSimon Fraser University in good academic standing.

BC Lions Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-004Value: $150Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A maximum of four students,subject to the discretion of the director of Athletics.To male students in any faculty on the basis ofacademic achievement in addition to outstandingability in football. Interest from this endowment hasbeen made available by the BC Lions Football Clubin memory of the late Mr. Grant McConachie, one ofthe original members of the Board of Governors ofthe club.

BCTV Broadcasting System Ltd Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-015Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: To students who meet theathletic requirements and have satisfactory academicstanding.

BC Wrestling Association Alumni AwardProgram code: UEAA-022Value: $500Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: A student with demonstratedcommitment to wrestling and who meets theacademic requirements.

Canadian Airlines International LtdProgram code: UEAA-035Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: An athlete who meets theacademic requirements and exhibits outstandingability.

Canadian National RailwaysProgram code: UEAA-005Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student who is registered in aprogram of study in any faculty at Simon FraserUniversity and who exhibits outstanding ability in thesport of football, as well as proven academicachievement. The self-perpetuating athletic awardhas been established by Canadian NationalRailways.

Carrera Alumni Award in WrestlingProgram code: UEAA-019Value: $1,000Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: A student active in wrestling atSimon Fraser who meets the athletic and academicrequirements. Preference will be given to aCentennial Senior Secondary School graduate.

Jim Ciccone Men’s Basketball AwardProgram code: UEAA-084Value: $500Awarded: fall

Terms of reference: A full or part-time student ingood standing who is attending Simon FraserUniversity and is on the basketball team. Preference,when possible, will be given to SFU students fromNorthern BC, or to students from BC. The award isbased on athletic merit in the men’s basketballprogram.

Clansmen Athletic Alumni Society AwardProgram code: UPAA-013Value: $500Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: Provides for annual award(s) toentering or continuing students who are involved inthe intercollegiate football program and demonstrateoutstanding ability in the sport of football.

Moira Colbourne Alumni ScholarshipProgram code: UEAA-018Value: $800Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: To any active member of theSimon Fraser University women’s field hockey team,providing they meet the academic requirements.

W. Lorne Davies Athletic Excellence AwardProgram code: UEAA-080Value: $1,000Awarded: springTerms of reference: The outstanding male and theoutstanding female varsity athlete of the year. Twoawards may be given in either category if there aretwo equal candidates. Recipients must be full-timestudents. The awards will be granted at the SimonFraser University athletics banquet.

W. Lorne Davies Senior Graduation AwardProgram code: UEAA-079Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A senior SFU varsity athlete withat least 90 semester hours of which 48 semesterhours are at Simon Fraser University. The recipientwill have completed their senior year of athleticeligibility as identified by the NAIA. The Award will beannounced at the March awards banquet and will begranted to a registered student in the summer, fall orspring semester to offset the tuition costs of thegraduation year. The award must be granted withinone year of notification. The W. Lorne Davies SeniorGraduation Award’s purpose is to fulfill thephilosophy of W.Lorne Davies that all varsity athletesshould achieve graduation.

Larry Davis/Penn-Gold Resources Inc. PNBAward in GolfProgram code: UEAO - 532Value: $250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full-time student in goodstanding who is on the golf team at Simon FraserUniversity.

Les and Greg Edgelow Wrestling AwardProgram code: UEAA-058Value: $375Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A first year student (preferencegiven to a student from the BC interior) in goodstanding who is on the University wrestling team andwho is registered full-time. The award is also basedon athletic merit in wrestling.

Evergreen Sport Fund Golf AwardProgram code: UPAA-009Value: $1,600Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An entering undergraduatestudent in any faculty who demonstrates outstandingability in the sport of golf. Payable in twodisbursements of $800.

Field Hockey Endowment AwardProgram code: UEAA-012Value: $500

Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Awarded to students who havemade contributions to the SFU field hockey program.

Jim Forsythe Olympian AwardProgram code: UEAA-069Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student athlete in any sportwho has aspirations to compete in the Olympics. Theaward will be given to a student in good standingwho has shown leadership qualities. The studentmust submit an application in writing and presenttheri training procedures to the Jim ForsytheOlympian committee by August 30th. This awardmay be held in conjunction with other awards madeby Simon Fraser University or other agencies wherepermitted by those agencies.

Rick Hansen Athletic AwardProgram code: UUAO-103Value: 1 @ $1,400 (disbursed in 2 payments of$700)Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A physically challenged studentathlete who meets the general award requirements.

Dr. Peter Harmon Wrestling ScholarshipProgram code: UEAA-048Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Undergraduate full or part timestudents who are involved in the wrestling programand have maintained a good academic record.

Robert F Harrison & Partners Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-051Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: The interest from theendowment will be given each year to an athleteupon the recommendation of the director of athletics.

Wayne Holm Football Scholarship EndowmentFundProgram code: UEAA-023Value: $700Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students exhibiting exceptionalability in football and meeting the academicrequirements.

Indo-Canadian Wrestling AwardProgram code: UEAA-062Value: $150Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full or part-time student ingood standing. The award is based on athletic meritin wrestling.

Intramural Involvement AwardProgram code: UEAA-086Value: $50Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full or part-time student ingood standing who is attending Simon FraserUniversity and who volunteers within the intramuralprogram.

Mike Jones Wrestling Endowment FundProgram code: UEAA-053Value: $1,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A part time or full time student ingood academic standing, based on athletic merit inthe wrestling program.

Rick Jones Memorial AwardProgram code: UEAA-007Value: $250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: One or more awards, areavailable to full-time students in good academicstanding. These awards are based on outstandingathletic merit in football. Preference will be given tostudents from Vancouver Island.

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Keg Restaurants Ltd Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-026Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: An athlete who meets theacademic requirements and demonstratesoutstanding ability.

Nick Kiniski Wrestling AwardProgram code: UEAA-059Value: $200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full or part-time student ingood standing on the University wrestling team.

Jon-Lee Kootnekoff Basketball AwardProgram code: UEAA-029Value: $900Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A first year student on the SimonFraser University men’s basketball team. The awardwill be disbursed over two semesters, valued atapproximately $450 per semester.

Labatt Breweries Award in SoccerProgram code: UPAA-003Value: $1,200Awarded: springTerms of reference: Granted to one or more studentsexhibiting outstanding athletic merit in soccer andmaintaining a satisfactory academic standing.

Labatt Breweries of BC Limited Football AwardsProgram code: UEAA-008Value: $200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student who is registered full-time in a program of study in any faculty. The awardsare based on outstanding ability in football, as wellas proven academic achievement.

The Leon J. Ladner Athletic AwardProgram code: UPAA-012Value: $250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Awarded usually for a period oftwo semesters, to a student of Simon FraserUniversity, regardless of faculty or semester,demonstrating exceptional accomplishment orpromise in active competitive sport. However,recipients will be additionally qualified in terms ofgood academic standing and character, all as maybe determined by the appropriate officials of theUniversity. This scholarship has been donated fromthe proceeds of a fund donated by Mr. Leon J.Ladner, QC, LLD.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #2Program code: UEAA-054Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: An annual award is available fora student athlete who meets the academicrequirements and exhibits athletic ability.

McDonalds Restaurants Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-027Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: The interest from theendowment will be given each year to an athleteupon the recommendation of the director of athletics.

William McMahan Trophy in FootballProgram code: N/AValue: $0Awarded: springTerms of reference: An outstanding football playerwho has a good record of scholastic achievement.This trophy will be presented at the annual athleticsawards banquet during the spring Semester. Trophydonated by William McMahon.

Paul Nemeth Wrestling ScholarshipProgram code: UEAA-030Value: $1,000Awarded: fall

Terms of reference: A student who is maintaininggood academic performance and who is a memberof the Simon Fraser University wrestling team.

Northern British Columbia Softball Award inWomen’s SoftballProgram code: UEAA-085Value: $200Awarded: springTerms of reference: An SFU student who is amember of the SFU women’s intercollegiate softballteam. The recipient must also have been a memberof one of the sponsoring associations for at least 2years, and as well, be in good standing with SoftballBC. The award may be renewed as long as therecipient is a member of the SFU intercollegiatesoftball team. Preference will be given to applicantsfrom Northern BC, but the award may be granted toother qualified applicants.

Pacific Custom Brokers Ltd. Softball AwardProgram code: UPAA-011Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student softball player fromout-of-province who is entering first year at SimonFraser University.

Lui Passaglia Football AwardProgram code: UEAA-056Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full or part time student ingood standing who is on the football team at SimonFraser University. The award is based on athleticmerit in football.

Recreation Leadership AwardsProgram code: UUAO-101Value: 8 @ $1,200 (disbursed over 2 semesters)Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: The purpose of these awards isto recognize and encourage students’ contribution in,and development of, leadership initiatives in theUniversity recreation programs. Up to eight awardsof $1,200 each (disbursed over two semesters) areavailable to entering students on the basis ofrecommendations from secondary school and on thebasis of their demonstrating leadership in the schoolprogram. Eight awards of $1,200 each (disbursedover two semesters) are available to students whohave completed at least two semesters at SimonFraser and have demonstrated consistent leadershipskills and potential for further development.Preference to eight awards for new students andPreference to eight awards for returning students.Students must be nominated by the director ofAthletics, maintain a cumulative 2.00 grade pointaverage and register in 12 credit hours.

Royal City Travel Limited Athletic EndowmentProgram code: UEAA-009Value: $200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Athletically gifted studentsinvolved in the University’s intercollegiate athleticprogram. The endowment is established by RoyalCity Travel in recognition of the outstandingachievement of Terry Fox.

Scotiabank Award in SoccerProgram code: UPAA-008Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: The award will be disbursed intwo installments to an athlete on the soccer team atSFU.

Scotiabank Student-Athlete AwardsProgram code: UPAA-015Value: variableAwarded: AnnualTerms of reference: A number of awards will beoffered to both male and female student-athletes atSFU, up to one award per varsity team. The

recipients must be full-time students in goodacademic standing who demonstrate outstandingability in varsity athletics.

Scott Paper Alumni Endowment AwardProgram code: UEAA-013Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Outstanding athletic merit by astudent competing for SFU in any sport, and will beawarded to full-time students with a minimum 2.5cumulative GPA.

Dr. Gordon Shrum Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-037Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: To an athlete who meets theacademic requirements and demonstratesoutstanding athletic ability.

Simon Fraser University Alumni Soccer AwardProgram code: UEAA-063Value: $900Awarded: fall or springTerms of reference: An undergraduate studentinvolved in the University soccer program.

Simon Fraser University Alumni Student-AthleteBasketball Leadership AwardProgram code: UPAA-004Value: $100Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Entering or undergraduatestudents providing they can demonstrate outstandingathletic ability in the sport of basketball and are ingood academic standing.

Simon Fraser University Recreation AwardsProgram code: N/AValue: N/AAwarded: fall and springTerms of reference: Students who have goodacademic records and demonstrate excellence,outstanding participation or high potential inrecreational activities. Recreation awards areavailable in activities including varsity sports. Inaddition to these a limited number of awards will beavailable to academically eligible candidates whodemonstrate excellence in an extraordinary amateuractivity (e.g. figure skating), which ordinarily mightnot be considered in the recreational sports area.Awards are granted for a period of one semester,and vary in amounts but do not exceed a fullsemester’s fees.Students may re-apply or be re-nominated for awards in subsequent semesters.Students may be considered for Recreation Awardsin their first semester at Simon Fraser University.Enquiries regarding recreation awards should bedirected to the director of athletics and recreation.

Simon Fraser University Swimming AlumniEndowment FundProgram code: UEAA-024Value: $1,200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students who exhibit exceptionalability in swimming and meet the academicrequirements.

Simon Fraser University “The Challenge” GolfAwardProgram code: UPAA-010Value: $2,000Awarded: fall and springTerms of reference: Recipient must be a full-timestudent in good standing and a member of SimonFraser University’s men’s varsity golf team. He mustbe a graduate of Canadian junior golf and maintainthroughout his four years of eligibility a level of playcomparable with that of the top six team members. Ifa recipient forfeits year 2–4 portion of the award, theremaining portion may be awarded to anothermember of the golf team on the nomination of the

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head golf coach. The award schedule will be asfollows:Year 1 – $5,000;Year 2 – $4,000;Year 3 – $3,000;Year 4 – $2,000

Simon Fraser University Track and Field AlumniScholarshipProgram code: UEAA-042Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A student who is a member ofthe Simon Fraser University track and field team andwho meets the academic requirements.

Simon Fraser University Women’s SoccerEndowment FundProgram code: UEAA-064Value: $150Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Based on outstanding athleticmerit, to a student playing women’s soccer at theUniversity. The award will be granted to a full-timestudent in satisfactory academic standing.

Team Skyline Ltd Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-031Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: An award is available to anathlete who exhibits outstanding athletic ability aswell as maintains satisfactory academicperformance.

Softball Associations Presidents’ Award inWomen’s SoftballProgram code: UEAA-081Value: $100Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Full- or part-time student in goodstanding who is attending Simon Fraser Universityand who is a member of the SFU women’sintercollegiate softball team. The recipient must alsohave been a member of one of the sponsoringassociations for at least two years and be in goodstanding with Softball B.C. and their sponsoringassociation. The Award may be renewed annually ifthe athlete remains a member of the SFU women’sintercollegiate softball team.

Sandra Spence Memorial Wrestling AwardProgram code: UEAA-033Value: $1,500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Students who are members ofthe Simon Fraser wrestling team and who meet theacademic requirements.

Victor V. Spencer Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-046Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: An award is available to anathlete who exhibits outstanding athletic ability aswell as maintains satisfactory academicperformance.

Bob Spray Rugby EndowmentProgram code: UEAA-025Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Rugby players enrolled at SimonFraser University. This award is offered in recognitionof significant contributions to the Simon FraserUniversity rugby team, or in recognition of excellencein extraordinary amateur rugby activities. Studentsmust have achieved a minimum grade point averageof 2.00 in the previous semester during tenure of the

award. Applications should be submitted to theSimon Fraser University rugby coach in the previousfall semester.

Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc. Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-034Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: Athletes who meet the academicrequirements and demonstrate outstanding athleticability.

Lynn K. Sully Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-010Value: $200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Athletes who demonstrateoutstanding athletic ability and meet the academicrequirements.This endowment is to provide twoawards, one for football and one for basketball.

Florence and Lynn Sully Basketball ScholarshipProgram code: UEAA-021Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Athletes who exhibit exceptionalability in basketball and meet the Universityacademic requirement.

Brit Townsend Women’s Track and Field AwardProgram code: UEAA-083Value: $200Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full-time student in goodacademic standing who is on the women’s track andfield team at Simon Fraser University. Based also onathletic merit in track and field (preferably distancerunning).

Jay Triano Basketball AwardProgram code: UEAA-057Value: $300Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full or part time student ingood standing. The award is based on athletic meritin basketball to a student who is on the Simon FraserUniversity basketball team.

University PublishersProgram code: UEAO-125Value: $300Awarded: fallTerms of reference: An athlete involved in the golfprogram who meets the academic requirements.

Valley Royals Award in Track and FieldProgram code: UPAA-014Value: $2,000Awarded: fallTerms of reference: To an SFU student who exhibitsoutstanding athletic merit on the SFU track and fieldteam and who maintains a satisfactory academicstanding. $2,000 in total will be awarded annually intwo installments. Preference will be given to studentswho are members of the Valley Royals Track andField Club. If a suitable candidate from the ValleyRoyals Club is not found in a given year, the awardmay be granted to a student on the SFU track andfield team whi is from the Fraser Valley region (Zone3) that includes Maple Ridge, Langley, Abbotsford,Mission, Aggasiz, Coquitlam, Port Coquilam andHope. If neither a Valley Royals Club member nor astudent from Zone 3 is available, the award may begranted to a track and field team member fromBritish Columbia or from Canada. The recipient maybe granted the Valley Royals Award more than onetime provided all criteria noed above are met.

Vancouver Golf Club/MCL Motors GolfTournament Award in GolfProgram code: UEAA-066Value: $100Awarded: fallTerms of reference: Granted to a full-time student ingood standing who is on the Golf team at SimonFraser University.

Vancouver Ski ClubProgram code: UEAA-011Value: $500Awarded: springTerms of reference: Students should apply throughFinancial Assistance and should seek a nominationthrough the director of Athletics.

Water Polo AwardProgram code: UEAA-082Value: $250Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A full-time male student in goodacademic standing and based on outstanding athleticmerit in the water polo club.

West Coast Reduction Ltd Athletic AwardProgram code: UEAA-038Value: variableAwarded: annualTerms of reference: To a student athlete whoexhibits exceptional ability in any inter-collegiatesport and maintains a good academic standing.

White Rock Renegades Women’s Softball AwardsProgram code: UEAA-045Value: $500Awarded: fallTerms of reference: A member of the Simon FraserUniversity women’s intercollegiate softball team andmust be a student at Simon Fraser University. Therecipient must have been a member of theRenegade softball organization (South Surrey WhiteRock) for at least two complete seasons. The awardwill be made by the senate undergraduate awardsadjudication committee on scholarships, awards andbursaries on the recommendation of the women’ssoftball coach and the director of athletics.

University administered loans

Student Emergency Loan FundRegulationsThe following regulations govern all loans forcontinuing students over which the University hasjurisdiction.• Short term emergency funds are available to

students who urgently need money while awaitingother sources of funding.

• Emergency loans are interest free for a period of 60days.

• Students must have a demonstrated financial needand source of repayment.

• Undergraduate students must be registered in aminimum of nine semester hours of normal gradedcourses in the semester of application. Challenge,audit, and credit free courses will not beconsidered.

• Graduate students must be registered for residencecredit in an approved full-time program.

• Students must apply on the Simon FraserUniversity Emergency Loan application form and beinterviewed by a Financial Assistance Advisor. It isthe student’s responsibility to supply all requesteddocumentation. Incomplete applications may berejected.

• SFU Emergency Loans are tenable only at SimonFraser University and only for the semesterindicated on the notice.

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Externally administeredprograms

Externally administered entrancescholarshipsThe following entrance scholarships are notadministered by Simon Fraser University. Theinformation is intended for general reference only; itmay be subject to change. The student is responsiblefor enquiring and applying through the appropriateagency as indicated in the description.

External entrance scholarships for allstudentsAssociation of Professional Engineers andGeoscientists of BC ScholarshipsDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: Refer to contact information.Contact: For information, conditions and applications:Association of Professioanl Engineers andGeoscientists of the Province of British Columbia,#200-4010 Regent Street, Burnaby, BC V5C 6N2Tel: (604) 430-8035 Fax: (604) 430-8085 E-Mail:[email protected]

Association of Universities and Colleges ofCanada AwardsDeadline: June 1Terms of reference: The Association of Universitiesand Colleges of Canada (AUCC) administers anumber of entrance awards. Students may apply formany of the awards by virtue of their parents’employment with the relevant donor companies. Allawards are tenable for any recognized full-timedegree course at any AUCC university or college.Candidates must be prepared to enter university inthe year of competition. The closing date for receiptof completed applications is June 1st. Candidatesmust have an average of at least 70% in each of thelast two years of secondary school and must sendthese results to the AUCC as soon as they areavailable.Contact: Candidates for the AUCC awards shouldwrite directly to the Supervisor, CandidateAssessment International Relations and ScholarshipAdministration, AUCC, 600-350 Albert Street,Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1, Tel: (613) 563-1236, Fax:(613) 563-9745

Canada Trust Scholarships for OutstandingCommunity LeadershipDeadline: November 6Terms of Reference: The Canada Trust Scholarshipsfor Outstanding Community Leadership, establishedby Canada Trust in 1995, honour young Canadianswho have demonstrated outstanding and consistentcaring for the improvement of the community aroundthem. The student will have identified a significantneed in the community (for instance, among fellowyoung people, the elderly, the sick, thedisadvantaged, or regarding the environment, thearts, or any other relevant area) and shownoutstanding initiative in taking effective steps towardaddressing it. Each Canada Trust Scholarshipconsists of:• full tuition for up to four years of undergraduate

study at any accredited college or university inCanada;

• $3,500 a year toward living expenses for up to fouryears while attending college or university; and

• guaranteed offer of summer employment at CanadaTrust during the years of the scholarship

The scholarships are open to:• students across Canada who are in their final year

of high school (outside of Quebec) or final year ofCEGEP (in Quebec);

• students who have demonstrated outstanding

community leadership (either in their schoolcommunity, the community at large, or both); and

• students who have the academic skills tosuccessfully enter and complete college oruniversity.

The personal circumstances of applicants will also beconsidered, as it is recognized that doing good forothers when one’s own particular circumstances arechallenging is evidence of particularly outstandingcommitment.Contact: Application forms are available at CanadaTrust branches and at high schools and CEGEPsacross Canada or contact: Canada Trust ScholarshipProgram, 161 Bay Street, 33rd Floor, Toronto, Ont.M5J 2T2; Tel: 1-800-308-8306; Fax: (416) 361-4641

Canadian Merit Scholarship FoundationDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: The Canadian Merit ScholarshipFoundation (CMSF) annually awards three types ofscholarships to students entering university fromsecondary school who have demonstrated academicexcellence and the qualities of character, leadershipand service to their school and the community. TheCMSF National Award includes a cash grant of$3,250 per year (for a maximum of four years) fromthe foundation and full tuition from one of theparticipating universities. The CMSF/JostensRegional Award is a non-renewable grant of $1,000offered to a student attending one of the participatinguniversities. The CMSF/Jostens Provincial Award isa non-renewable grant of $500 offered to a studentattending any university in Canada.Contact: Application forms are available throughsecondary schools in all provinces and CEGEPs inQuebec.

Terry Fox Humanitarian AwardDeadline: February 1Terms of reference: In keeping with the spirit of hisachievements, the Terry Fox Humanitarian AwardProgram is intended to encourage Canadian youth toseek the high ideals represented by Terry Fox by thegranting of commemorative scholarships for thepursuit of higher education. The Terry FoxScholarship is a renewable award, subject tosatisfactory progress, and is tenable at any Canadianuniversity of college. The value of the award is$4,000 annually, for a maximum of four years or untila first degree is obtained. For candidates attendingan educational institution in provinces where notuition fee is applicable, the award value is $2,500.The awards will be of particular interest to graduatingsecondary level students and those currentlystudying towards a first degree of diploma in aCanadian university or college. Scholarshipcandidates must be Canadian citizens or havelanded immigrant status. They must not exceed 25years of age. The field of study is open and at thediscretion of the successful candidate.Demonstration of the highest ideals and qualities ofcitizenship will be criteria for selection of recipients.Further relevant qualities are courage in overcomingobstacles, involvement in humanitarian service andparticipation is sport, fitness and community service.Applications will be considered either directly orthrough academic institutions. Recommendations forscholarship assistance made by institutions will bean important factor in the final selection process.Successful Terry Fox scholars are expected toparticipate in program activities such as volunteerservice, recipients yearly meeting and annualreports.Contact: Applications and further information: TerryFox Humanitarian Award Program, Simon FraserUnversity, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A1S6, Fax: (604) 291-3311

Dr. L. M. Greene ScholarshipDeadline: MayTerms of reference: A scholarship in the amount of$500 and is awarded annually to a former PrinceRupert Senior Secondary School student who is

interested in pursuing a vocation in any of the healthcare fields. Applications will normally be consideredin May or June.Contact: Apply to Prince Rupert Regional Hospital,1305 Summit Avenue, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 2A6.

William L. Hurford Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: A scholarship of $1,000, offeredin memory of William L. Hurford by the BC MaritimeEmployers Association, is open to sons anddaughters of members, in good standing, of theInternational Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’sUnion. The scholarship will normally be awarded to acandidate who is proceeding in the fall to a full firstyear program of studies at the University of BritishColumbia, the University of Victoria, Simon FraserUniversity, the BC Institute of Technology, or aregional college in British Columbia. Students maynot hold more than one scholarship offered by theInternational Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’sUnion at any one time.Contact: Award # 04786 : Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Student Awards Office, or anyother college or post secondary institution.

Imperial Oil Higher Education AwardsDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: The Higher Education Awardsprogram provides full tuition and compulsory fees forsons and daughters of Imperial Oil Limitedemployees, annuitants, or deceased employees. Theapplicant must begin their education within six yearsof starting secondary school (grade nine) and musthave an average of 70% or more in the subjectsrequired for admission by the institution. Once anaward is granted, the student must pass all subjectsand complete a full workload each year.Contact: For further information, please contact:Administrative Management Services, AwardsDivision, PO Box 414 Pickering, Ontario L1V 2R6.Tel: (416) 420-0642

International Longshoremen’s andWarehousemen’s Union Harry Bridges EntranceScholarshipsDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Four scholarships of $1500 eachare offered to members, and sons and daughters ofmembers, in good standing, of the InternationalLongshoremen’s and Warehousemen’s Union. Theywill normally be awarded to the candidates who areproceeding in the fall to a full first year program ofstudies at the University of British Columbia,University of Victoria, Simon Fraser University, theBC Institute of Technology, or a regional college inBC. The donors reserve the right to withhold awardsif the academic standing of candidates is notsufficiently high, or to re-award the scholarships ifwinners receive other scholarships of substantialvalue.Contact: Award # 04718 : Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Navy League of Canada University EntranceScholarship ProgramDeadline: August 15Terms of reference: The Navy League of Canadaannually awards scholarships to Royal Canadian SeaCadets, former Cadets, Navy League Wrenettes orformer Wrenettes, entering a university or collegecourse of study leading to a degree. Eachscholarship is valued at $400. These scholarshipsmay not be granted where candidates enrol in theCanadian Forces on a basis whereby theGovernment provides free tuition or grants. Thevalue of the scholarship is made payable to theuniversity or college and is sent to successfulcandidates between September 1st and 15th.

Requirements are:• Personal letter of application from candidate

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including information on the name and location ofthe university or college to be attended and thecourse of study to be taken.

• Original certificate, or certified copy thereof, asissued by the responsible educational authoritieswhich records examination results, by subjects,upon which admission to university or college isbased. (Certificate will be returned.)

• Letter from Commanding Officer of Corps attendedby candidate including proof that candidate was aRoyal Canadian Sea Cadet, or Navy LeagueWrenette, in good standing for at least 12 months,name and location of Corps, and recommendations.

• Recommendation of the branch presidentresponsible for Corps.

• Recommendation of the division presidentresponsible for Corps.

Contact: Applications to be submitted through theNavy League Branch responsible for the Corps ofwhich the candidate was a member, to theresponsible division, to the National Office, NavyLeague of Canada.

Piping Industry Journeyman Training andIndustry Promotion FundDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Two scholarships of $500 eachare offered annually to students entering the firstyear at any British Columbia University or College,and proceeding to a full program of studies leading toa degree in any field. To be eligible, a candidatemust be (a) the son, daughter or legal dependent ofa member of the United Association of Plumbers andSteam-fitters, Local 170, who is employed by a firmwhich is a contributor to the Fund and which employsmembers of the United Association of Plumbers andSteamfitters, Local 170, or (b) the son, daughter orlegal dependent of an employer who is a contributorto the Fund.Contact: Award # 04731 : Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Retail Wholesale Union, Local 517, ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: A scholarship of $250 is offeredto dependents or legal wards of members of Local517. It is open in competition to applicants who areproceeding from grade 12 to any accreditedUniversity or college in BC, in a full program leadingto a degree or diploma. To be eligible forconsideration, an applicant must have a satisfactoryacademic standing (normally 75% or higheraverage). In the selection of the winner, the basicfactor will be the academic standing of the applicant.Should there be a tie, the financial need of theapplicant and his/her family shall be the decidingfactor.Contact: Award # 04779: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Telecommunications Workers UnionScholarshipsDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Three scholarships in theamount of $750 each are made available by theTelecommunications Workers Union, for sons anddaughters of members, with at least 12 monthscontinuous service (or of deceased members) withthe same service. They are open in competition tostudents proceeding from Grade 12 to a full programof study at the University of British Columbia, theUniversity of Victoria, Simon Fraser University or theBC Institute of Technology, Trinity WesternUniversity (Langley), UNBC in Prince George or anyaccredited public college in BC. The financialcircumstances of applicants and their families will bea consideration. Applications must contain details offamily service with the union and other information.

Contact: Award #04795: Apply at University of BritishColumbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid, 1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 Tel: (604)822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Telecommunications Workers Union – J. DouglasBooth Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: A $1,000 scholarship is offeredto the son or daughter of a member with at leasttwelve months continuous service or of a deceasedmember with the same service. The scholarship isopen to students proceeding from grade 12 to a fullprogram of studies at UBC, University of Victoria,Simon Fraser University, BCIT, Trinity Western(Langley), UNBC in Prince George or any otheraccredited public college in BC. The financialcircumstances of applicants and their families will beconsidered. Applications must contain details offamily service with the Union.Contact: Award # 04803: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Telecommunications Workers Union – ThomasWard Stanley Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: A scholarship of $1,000 isoffered to the sons and daughters of members (withat least 12 months continuous service) or ofdeceased members (with the same length ofservice). It is open in competition to studentsproceeding from Grade 12 of secondary school to afull program of studies at the University of BritishColumbia, University of Victoria, Simon FraserUniversity, BC Institute of Technology, TrinityWestern University in Langley, UNBC in PrinceGeorge or any accredited public college in BC. Thefinancial circumstances of applicants and theirfamilies will be a consideration. Applications mustcontain details of family service with the Union andother pertinent information.Contact: Award # 04793: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

United Association of Plumbers & Steamfitters,Local 170 ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Two scholarships of $1,000each are offered to students entering first year at anypublic university in British Columbia. A candidatemust be the son, daughter or legal dependent of amember in good standing of the United Associationof Plumbers & Steamfitters, Local 170.Contact: Award # 04798: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

United Food and Commercial Workers Union,Local 1518, ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Ten scholarships of $1,000 eachare offered to students beginning or continuingstudies in a full academic program of studies at theUniversity of BC, University of Victoria, BCIT, SimonFraser University or at a college in British Columbia.Candidates must be a member, or the son, daughter,or legal ward of a member of the Union in goodstanding and must give full details of their own ortheir parents’ membership in the Union.Contact: Award # 00547: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Vancouver Sun/Province Special ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: The Vancouver Sun offersannually a scholarship of $500 to a studentproceeding from grade 12 to the first year at the

University of British Columbia, the University ofVictoria, or Simon Fraser University, BCIT or TrinityWestern. To be eligible, an applicant must have beena carrier for the Vancouver Sun/Province for at leasttwo consecutive years, and must have obtained anoverall average of at least 75% based on the finalsecondary school transcript. The scholarship will beawarded to the eligible applicant who, in the opinionof the selection committee, is the most outstanding incombining high scholastic attainment withachievement in one or more areas such as: serviceto the school and community; writing, drama, finearts; debating and public speaking; sports. A winnerwho, in successive years of his undergraduatestudies, obtains and maintains a 75% standingoverall will be eligible for renewals of $500 per yearuntil graduation, not exceeding a total of fivepayments in all. The application must beaccompanied by the service certificate of theVancouver Sun/Province.Contact: Award # 04751: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Vancouver Sun/Province ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: The Vancouver Sun offersannually two scholarships of $500 each to studentsproceeding from grade 12 to the first year of BCIT,the University of British Columbia, the University ofVictoria, Simon Fraser University or Trinity WesternUniversity. To be eligible, applicants must have beencarriers of the Vancouver Sun/Province for at leasttwo consecutive years. The awards will normally bemade to the students with the highest standingbased on their final secondary school transcript but inno case will an award be made to a student whoobtains a standing of less than 75%. Winners ofthese scholarships who, in successive years of theirundergraduate courses maintain a 75% standingoverall will be eligible for renewals of $500 a yearuntil graduation, not exceeding a total of fivepayments in all. The application must beaccompanied by the service certificate of theVancouver Sun/Province.Contact: Award # 04750: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Externally administeredscholarships for continuingstudentsThe following scholarships are not administered bySimon Fraser University. The information is intendedfor general reference only; it may be subject tochange. The student is responsible for enquiring andapplying through the appropriate agency as indicatedin the description.

External scholarships for all studentsJim Allard Broadcast Journalism ScholarshipDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: Aspiring broadcasters enrolled ina broadcast journalism course at a Canadian collegeor university are eligible to apply for this $2,500scholarship. To qualify, simply explain on a separatepaper why you’re interested in broadcast journalism,what your career goal is, and how this scholarshipcan help you attain that goal. Complete theapplication and attach it to your 500 word outline,and submit it to the course director of youreducational institution. Each college/university islimited to three entries. In seeking the student who“best combines academic achievement with naturaltalent”, the judging committee also will look forevidence of: strong character and leadershipqualities; a willingness to assist others in the

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industry; genuine enthusiasm for a career inCanadian broadcasting, as reflected in activitiesrelated to broadcasting, such as home studies, part-time employment, etc.Contact: The Canadian Association of Broadcasters,PO Box 627, Station B, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5S2

ARC Arts Council Individual Grants programDeadline: May 31Terms of reference: The ARC Arts Council is aregistered charitable non-profit organization servingSchool District #43 (Anmore, Belcarra, Coquitlam,Port Coquitlam and Port Moody). The IndividualGrants Program is designed to support furthereducation in the fine and performing arts by providingfinancial assistance to selected recipients. Thegrants are intended to assist with the cost of tuitionand related educational expenses and may not beused for capital costs or equipment or productioncosts. Applicants must reside in School District #43and be registered in, or plan to register for formalstudy in the fine or performing arts at a recognizededucational institution or in a recognized program ofstudy in 1999/2000. Applications must be completedin full, with two letters of reference attached .Contact: ARC Arts Council Awards and ScholarshipCommittee, 2425 St. John’s Street, Port Moody, BCV3H 2B2. Tel: (604) 931-8255E-mail: [email protected]: www.intergate.bc.ca\arcarts

Associated Medical Services BioethicsStudentshipDeadline: December 1Terms of reference: The Associated MedicalServices Inc., through the Bioethics Program,provides outstanding individuals registered in anundergraduate degree program in the healthsciences, arts and science or the science disciplines,with an opportunity to pursue an interest in bioethics.Students must be Canadian citizens or permanentresidents and registered in a recognizedundergraduate program at a Canadian university.Any full-time undergraduate student is eligible toapply provided the proposed project and supervisormeet the criteria. Research should be related to, butnot limited to the following areas:• beginning and end of life issues• managed care and health care reform• corporate entities and how they relate to organized

or managed care• ethics of the healthcare profession• bioethics education, and ethics of human research.The project should be a closely supervised full-timeresearch experience. It should not be for academiccredit nor should it represent work alreadyundertaken or submitted for academic credit.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:Associated Medical Services, Inc., 14 Prince ArthurAvenue, Suite 101, Toronto, Ontario M5R 1A9 Tel:(416) 924-3368 Fax: (416) 323-3338 E-Mail:[email protected]

Associated Medical Services Hannah InstituteStudentshipDeadline: January 10Terms of reference: To offer undergraduate studentsthe challenge, satisfaction and techniques ofhistorical research and to encourage future seriousstudy of medical history. Research is to be in thearea history of health, disease, and medicine,broadly defined. The research project should be aclosely supervised full-time research experience. Itshould not be for academic credit nor should itrepresent work already undertaken or submitted foracademic credit.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:Associated Medical Services, Inc., 14 Prince ArthurAvenue, Suite 101, Toronto, Ontario M5R 1A9 Tel:(416) 924-3368 Fax: (416) 323-3338 E-Mail:[email protected]

Association of First Nations Women ScholarshipDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: Applicants must be of FirstNations ancestry and be registered as full-timestudents at a post-secondary institution. They mustinclude with their application proof of registration at apost-secondary institution, a copy of theirtranscript(s), a professional reference, and apersonal reference, and a support letter from a majoraboriginal organization.Contact: For application forms and information,deadlines etc., Association of First Nations Women,#1-245 East Broadway, Vancouver BC, V5T 1W4Tel: (604) 873-1833 Fax: (604) 872-1845

Dr. Aimee August ScholarshipDeadline: November 30Terms of reference: The Dr. Aimee AugustScholarship is awarded annually to a SCES/SFUstudent of Native ancestry who best demonstratesexceptional scholarship combined with anappreciation for Native language and culture.Applicants must be of Native ancestry and registeredas full-time students (3 courses or more). The awardis restricted to students who have successfullycompleted a minimum of 24 credit hours in theSCES/SFU program. Candidates will be evaluatedaccording to the following criteria:• Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or

more. Students must further manifest the qualitiesof hard work, dedication and commitment to theirstudies.

• Applicants must show an appreciable financialneed. The committee will weigh such factors asparental and marital status, part-time employmentand band assistance.

• Applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to theunique cultural and linguistic traditions of Nativepeople. The committee will consider such criteria asthe student’s extra-curricular activities within Nativeorganizations, personal research and the nature ofstudies being pursued.

Contact: Chair, SCES/SFU Joint SteeringCommittee, 355 Yellowhead Hwy., Kamloops, BCV2H 1H1

Austrian Scholarship Award ProgramDeadline: March 1Terms of reference: The Austrian Embassy hasprovided a scholarship for study at a fine artsinstitution in Austria. General requirements forapplicants are as follows: only permanent residentsof Canada, who are not currently living or studying inAustria, are eligible. Applicants must be between 20and 35 years. The age at the beginning of theacademic year (1 October) is decisive. Applicantsmust have successfully completed a minimum of foursemesters at a university or at an institution of highereducation in the field of fine arts, and have goodqualifications attested to by diplomas and references.All applicants for a scholarship to an Austrianuniversity or art institute must present an attestationequivalent to the Austrian school-leaving certificateor similar certificate of education, appropriatelytranslated into German and authenticated. Theapplicant must take into account that his/herapplication will be processed according to the termsof the Austrian Access to Information Law. Toregister, applicants must have good workingknowledge of German. A language certificateattesting to the student’s knowledge of German is anabsolute prerequisite. Scholarships can only begranted after the candidate is accepted by thedesignated institution of higher learning.If possible awritten commitment of an Austrian university teacherto look after the student or a necessary approval forcarrying out a certain project. Applicants forscholarships for studies in Applied Arts, Music andArchitecture must submit special works.Contact: Austrian Embassy, 445 Wilbrod Street,Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6M7 Tel: (613) 789-1444Fax: (613) 789-3431

Baxter Corporation Jean Goodwill ScholarshipDeadline: July 1Terms of reference: Consideration will be given toapplicants of Indian and Inuit ancestry who intend toserve in the North, including students who aregraduating from a registered nurses’ course and areaccepted into one of the following: community healthnursing, outpost nursing or midwifery, graduatenurses already serving in isolated communities whoare accepted into one of the above mentionedprograms; those who are or will be enrolled in abachelor level nursing program. The successfulapplicant must provide documentation of his/herefforts to secure employment in isolated northernnative communities. The scholarships areadministered by the association of Indian and InuitNurses of Canada. There are two scholarships in theamount of $5,000 each.Contact: President of the Indian and Inuit Nurses ofCanada, c/o Baxter Corporation, 55 Murray Street,Third Floor, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 5M3 Tel: (613)241-1864, Fax: (613) 241-1542

British Columbia Asia Pacific Students’ AwardsDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: The British Columbia Centre forInternational Education has received an allocationfrom the Ministry of Advanced Education, Trainingand Technology to fund the British Columbia AsiaPacific Students’ Awards program. The program hasbeen established to provide an opportunity for BritishColumbia public university students to gain a betterunderstanding of the cultures, economies andlanguages of Asian countries. The program willprovide scholarships for outstanding students topermit attendance in a formal and rigorous programof educational study overseas. Research activitiesand co-op work terms are not eligible for fundingunder this program. Countries eligible for study are:Bangladesh, Brunei, China, Hong Kong SAR, India,Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, oceania(exc. Australia and New Zealand), Philippines,Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand andVietnam. To be eligible you must i) be a Canadiancitizen or landed immigrant, ii) have been resident inBC for at least 12 full months before the applicationdeadline, iii) be enrolled in full-time study at a BCpublic university; be attending that institution – andbe returning to that institution for further study afterhaving been abroad, iv) have completed two years ofpost-secondary education before going abroad; andv) have a 79+ percent (G.P.A. 3.4 or equivalent)average over 12 units (24 credit hours) in the lastacademic year completed.Contact: For further requirements and application:British Columbia Centre for International Education,6th Floor, 1483 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W3K4 Tel: (250) 978-4242 Fax: (250) 978-4249 E-Mail: [email protected]

BC Hydro Native ScholarshipDeadline: November 1Terms of reference: The applicant must be at least asecond year student and demonstrate relevancy ofdiscipline to BC Hydro careers. Applications mustinclude a transcript, reference letter, letter statingfinancial need and academic goals, and completedapplication form. Six scholarships are available all inthe amount of $1,000 each.Contact: Aboriginal Scholarship Program, BC Hydro,PO Box 6500, Prince George, BC V2N 2K4

BC Hydro ScholarshipsDeadline: January 15Terms of reference: BC Hydro is offering $1,000scholarships to environmental/resource science andcommerce students. As well, a $1,000 Power Smartscholarship is available for a student in any facultywho has completed an energy conservation project/paper. BC Hydro’s Scholarship Committee will selectcandidates who have/are:• completed second year in good academic standing• a balanced life style

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• good written communication skills• innovative• committed to the protection of the environment and

efficient and safe use of electricity.Contact: BC Hydro, Human resources andImprovement Services, 10th Floor, 333 DunsmuirStreet, Vancouver, BC V6B 5R3 Tel: (604) 623-3789

BC Paraplegic Foundation Scholarships/BursariesDeadline: July 31Terms of reference: Each year the BC ParaplegicFoundation gives out a number of scholarships andbursaries to needy students with disabilities attendingpost secondary institutes in British Columbia. Theawards are available to members of the BCParaplegic Association who have a physical disabilityand will be awarded on academic standing, merit andthe basis of financial need. Recipients must beresidents of British Columbia, Canadian Citizens, orLanded Immigrants. The monies for individualawards vary from year to year, dependent uponinterest from investments. Therefore, the values ofthe scholarships and bursaries are adjusted annuallyaccording to the availability of funds. Completion ofan application form will ensure the applicant isconsidered for each scholarship or bursary they areeligible for.Contact: Scholarship and Bursary AwardsCommittee, c/o BC Paraplegic Association, 780 S.W.Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6P 5Y7 Tel: (604)324-3611 Fax: (604) 324-3671

James W. Bourque Studentship in NorthernGeographyDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: ACUNS administersstudentships sponsered by the Royal CanadianGeographical Society. They are valued at $10,000and are awarded to outstanding students in northerngeographical research at a Canadian university.While normally applications will be from students ingeography departments, careful consideration will begiven to students in closely related fields whosestudies have significance for advancing theknowledge and appreciation of the geography ofnorthern regions.Contact: For information and application material:Association of Canadian Universities for NorthernStudies (ACUNS), 17 York Street, Suite 405, Ottawa,Ontario K1N 9J6 Tel: (613) 562-0515 Fax: (613) 562-0533

The BBM Scholarship (Bureau of BroadcastMeasurement)Deadline: June 30Terms of reference: The BBM has created ascholarship, valued at $2,500, for students wishing tostudy communications. Applicants must be enrolledin a graduate studies program, or be in the final yearof an honours degree with the intention of entering agraduate program, anywhere in Canada. Applicantsmust submit a 250 word essay, outlining his/herinterest in audience research. The applicant mayalso submit a copy of any course project or paper onresearch he/she has previously completed. Theapplicant should attach to his/her application three(3) references/recommendations from appropriatesources. One (1) should be from his/her coursedirector or advisor.Contact: The Canadian Association of Broadcasters,PO Box 627, Station B, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5S2

Burnaby Savings Credit Union ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Two scholarship of $500 eachare offered to students at UBC, SFU, UVIC, BCIT ora BC college. Applicants must be active members orimmediate family of an active member of the BurnabySavings Credit Union.Contact: Award # 04707 : Apply to Awards Office,University of British Columbia, or any other college orpost-secondary institution.

Calverly Estate Scholarship FundDeadline: before the second week of August and thesecond week of OctoberTerms of reference: Scholarships in the amounts of$300 and $500 will be awarded to non-statusAboriginal applicants who have lived in BC for thelast six months and must be active members of theUnited Native Nations local in their area (or be activein their individual community toward the bettermentof Aboriginal peoples). Submit application form withschool transcript, a letter of recommendation (fromUNN local president, chief, council, band manager,school counsellor, teacher or principal), a personalprofile, a letter stating career goals, personal traits/characteristics and involvement with UNN.Contact: United Native Nations, 8th Floor, 736Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1G3, Tel: (604)688-1821, Fax: (604) 688-1823

CanWest Global System Scholarship – InternshipAward for a Canadian with a Physical DisabilityDeadline: May 28Terms of reference: This annual scholarship-internship award is offered to a Canadian studentwith a mobility impairment, and provides educationalassistance as well as a challenging opportunity towork in private television, in pursuit of a career inbroadcasting. The award, valued at up to $15,000,covers all tuition fees and textbooks, for one fullscholastic year of a radio and television arts programor journalism program at a recognized Canadianuniversity or college, commencing in the fall. Theaward also includes a three or four month Internshipat the Global Television Network, in Don Mills , forthe summer, and moving expenses associated withthe Internship.Eligibility criteria:• Canadian citizen with a mobility impairment.• secondary school graduate with a grade average

suitable for admission to a radio and television artsor journalism program at a recognized Canadianuniversity or college; or a mature student eligible foradmission to a radio and television arts orjournalism program at a recognized Canadianuniversity or college.

• strong English language communications skills.Application requirements:• completed application form• copy of secondary school transcript of marks• one-page written statement, 500 words or less,

outlining Applicant’s educational and career goals,interest in broadcasting, and reasons for applyingfor the scholarship-internship award.

• 3 letters of reference (e.g. teacher, employer).• referral letter from a certified physician, describing

type and extent of Applicant’s mobility impairment.Contact: CanWest Global System, Broadcasters ofthe Future Awards, 81 Barber Greene Road, DonMills, Ontario M3C 2A2

CanWest Global System Scholarship Award for aCanadian Visible Minority StudentDeadline: May28Terms of reference: This annual scholarship award isoffered to a Canadian student from a self-identifiedvisible minority, and provides educational assistancetowards the pursuit of a career in broadcasting. Theaward, valued at up to $4,500, covers all tuition feesand textbooks for one scholastic year of a radio andtelevision arts program or journalism program at arecognized Canadian university or college,commencing in the fall.Eligibility criteria:• Canadian citizen who is from a self-identified visible

minority.• secondary school graduate with a grade average

suitable for admission to a radio and television artsor journalism program at a recognized Canadianuniversity or college; or a mature student eligible foradmission to a radio and television arts orjournalism program at a recognized Canadianuniversity or college.

• strong English language communications skills.Application requirements:• completed application form• copy of secondary school transcript of marks• one-page written statement, 500 words or less,

outlining the applicant’s educational and careergoals, interest in broadcasting, and reasons forapplying for the Scholarship-internship award.

• 3 letters of reference (e.g. teacher, employer).Contact: CanWest Global System, Broadcasters ofthe Future Awards, 81 Barber Greene Road, DonMills, Ontario M3C 2A2

Canada 200 ScholarshipDeadline: January 1Terms of reference: Scholarships of $200 areavailable to support Canadians who contributethrough their actions to Canada’s betterment. This isa competition open to full-time Canadian universityand college students. Applicants must: be Canadiancitizens or permanent residents; demonstrate goodscholastic standing; provide two letters of referenceand submit a one page report on their contribution toCanada (e.g. local, provincial and/or national level).Contact: Canada 200 Scholarship, c/o Dr. AlexanderKatsabouris, Scholarship Coordinator, Unit 1 36Yorkminster Road, Willowdale, Ontario M2P 2A4

Canadian Cambridge ScholarshipsDeadline: October 11Terms of reference: The objective of the CanadianCambridge Scholarships is to provide a uniqueopportunity for outstanding Canadian undergraduatestudents to attend Cambridge University with thehope that they will return and contribute to Canadianlife. Two scholarships will be awarded for studentscommencing their studies in the fall. The criteria forthe Canadian Cambridge Scholarships are asfollows:Eligibility:• students who have completed an undergraduate

program of studies from an accredited university bythe summer

• applicants must be Canadian citizens or landedimmigrants

• awards are subject to an applicant’s acceptance toCambridge University and to a Cambridge College

Value: These scholarships will fully fund a student’scourse of study at Cambridge, including tuition fees,reasonable living expenses and return travel fromCanada to Cambridge once a year.Contact: For application forms and furtherinformation: Canadian Cambridge ScholarshipsSecretariat, 13 Hazelton Avenue, Toronto, OntarioM5R 2E1, Tel: (416) 964-2569, Tel: Ontario (800)387-5603, Tel: Canada (800) 387-1387, Fax: (416)964-3416

Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation FirstYear ScholarshipsDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: Up to five $5000 scholarshipsare offered annually to women entering first year ofan undergraduate engineering programme toencourage them to pursue this career path. Thescholarship is based primarily on demonstratedleadership, community involvement andextracurricular activities, with special emphasis oncommunity services to recognize and encouragecontinued contribution to society, academicachievement and work experience are alsoconsidered in awarding the scholarship. Theapplicant must be willing to act as a role model andtake action in promoting engineering, particularly toyoung women by, for example, visiting high-schoolsand otherwise assisting the CEMF. Applicants mustbe Canadian citizens or landed immigrants withpermanent residence in Canada.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:The Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation,Undergraduate Scholarship Award, c/o CanadianCouncil of Professional Engineers, 401-116 Albert

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Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5G3 Tel: (613) 232-2474Fax: (613) 230-5759E-Mail: [email protected]

Canadian Engineering Memorial FoundationGraduate ScholarshipDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: One $15,000 scholarship isoffered annually in Canada to a woman enrolled full-time in a graduate engineering program at the PhDlevel to encourage them to pursue this valuablecareer path and to recognize the valuablecontribution they bring to society through theirresearch, their teaching and their communityinvolvement. The scholarship is based primarily ondemonstrated leadership, community involvementand extracurricular activities, with special emphasison activities that help attract or retain women inengineering. Engineering achievement is alsoconsidered in awarding the scholarship, and must beinterpreted to include both research contributionsand work experience. The applicant must be willingto act as a role model and take action in promitingengineering, particularly to young women by, forexample, visiting schools and otherwise assisting theCEMF. Applicants must be Canadian citizens orlanded immigrants with permanent residence inCanada.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:The Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation,Undergraduate Scholarship Award, c/o CanadianCouncil of Professional Engineers, 401-116 AlbertStreet, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5G3 Tel: (613) 232-2474Fax: (613) 230-5759E-Mail: [email protected]

Canadian Federation of University Women – TheJames Craig Reid Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: To be awarded annually to amale or female student who must have graduatedfrom a secondary school in District 69 (the Parksville/Qualicum area) or have lived in the area for at leastthree years. Candidates should, at least, be enteringtheir fourth year of study in a university academiccourse. Preference shall be given to candidates inthe Faculty of Music, fine arts or liberal arts, butcandidates in other disciplines shall not be excluded.The scholarship may be used at a Canadianuniversity only, and will be applied directly againsttuition fees. This scholarship is administered by theScholarship and Bursary Trust of the CanadianFederation of University Women – Parksville/Qualicum.Contact: The Secretary, The James Craig ReidMemorial Scholarship Trust, 1786 Oak Leaf Drive,Nanoose Bay V9P 9J4

Canadian Federation of University Women –Parksville/Qualicum ClubDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: The James Craig Reid MemorialScholarship is awarded annually by CFUW,Parksville/Qualicum to a female student who musthave graduated from a secondary school in District69 (the Parksville/Qualicum area) or have lived in thearea for at least three years. Candidates should atleast, be entering their 4th year of study in auniversity academic course. Preference shall begiven to candidates in the Faculty of Music, fine artsor liberal arts, but candidates in other disciplinesshall not be excluded. The scholarship must be usedin the 1999/2000 academic year.Contact: For information and application forms: TheSecretary, The James Craig Reid MemorialScholarship Trust, 1786 Oak Leaf Drive, NanooseBay, BC V9P 9J4

The Canadian Golf FoundationDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: The Canadian Golf Foundationoffers several scholarship programs which

encourages the athletic and academic careers ofpromising Canadian golfers and students of theindustry by offering financial assistance throughthese scholarships and awards. The CGFestablished its academic scholarship program in1982 and has since awarded over $775,000 inscholarships to promising junior golfers, landscapearchitects and turfgrass agronomists. Thescholarships assist students with the cost of tuition,books, residence and other related expenses. Eachapplication must meet standard criteria in order to bereviewed by the scholarship committee, which thenchooses the recipients based on merit.Contact: For further information and applicationscontact Canadian Golf Foundation, Golf House, 1333DorvaL Drive, Oakville, Ontario L6J 4Z3,Tel: (905) 849-9700 Fax: (905) 845-7040E-mail: [email protected]

Canadian Labour Congress – A.A. HeapsScholarshipsDeadline: June 20Terms of reference: The award is open to applicants,and in particular mature students, undertaking full-time undergraduate or graduate studies at aCanadian university or college during the academicyear 1999-2000. Mature students are individuals whohave been out of the post-secondary undergraduateenvironment for at least two years and are currentlyengaged in post-secondary graduate work that isconsistent with the A.A. Heaps Scholarship criteria.Those eligible are Canadian citizens or landedimmigrants of any age who, through their workinvolvement in the community, have demonstratedmaturity and a commitment to the social ideals whichcharacterized the life of A.A. Heaps. Applicants mustsubmit a typed essay of 500-1000 words, outlininghis/her education, employment history, backgroundin community work and commitment to social ideals.Applicants essay should show a knowledgeregarding the contribution which A.A. Heaps made inthe field of social reform. Please include name,address and telephone number of two referenceswho are prominent in the community andknowledgeable about the applicant’s background anddedication to the philosophy underlying thescholarship.Contact: A.A. Heaps Scholarship Committee,Canadian Labour Congress, 2841 Riverside Drive,Ottawa, Ontario K1V 8X7 Fax: (613) 521-4655

Canadian Printing Industries Scholarship TrustFundDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: The amount of each scholarshipis $1000 per year, this represents the approximatecost of tuition for an approved program. Thesecourses have titles such as graphics artsmanagement , printing technology, graphiccommunications management and graphical arts -these titles may vary somewhat from school toschool. Any college or university offering a full-timetwo, three or four-year certification program in any ofthese, or related courses, would be acceptable as anapproved school. These scholarships are notavailable to students enrolled in design or artcourses. The eligibility of any particular institution isat the discretion of the board of trustees of thescholarship fund, whose decision is final. Part-timestudents and students interested in careers in designor art are not eligible for scholarships. Students mustbe enrolled for a minimum of two years, on a full timebasis, in an approved program (not design or art) in aCanadian school. Applicants must maintain a Baverage or better and must have an interest inpursuing a career in the printing industries (thisincludes pre-press, press, sales, management,estimating, etc.)Contact: Canadian Printing Industries ScholarshipTrust Fund, c/o Canadian Printing IndustriesAssociation, 75 Albert Street, Suite 906, Ottawa,Ontario K1P 5E7 Tel: 1-800-267-7280

Canadian Water Resources AssociationDeadline: March 1Terms of reference: Four scholarships of $1,250 areoffered to graduate students whose programs ofstudy focus upon applied, natural, or social scienceaspects of water resources. All applicants will receivea one-year membership in the Canadian WaterResources Association. The scholarships are openeither to Canadian citiens or landed immigrants whoare full-time graduate students, in any discipline orprofession, attending a Canadian university orcollege. Applicants must provide proof that they areenrolled in full-time graduate studies in the schoolyear.Application Requirements:• A 500 word statement which outlines the student’s

research project and its relevance to sustainablewater resources. This statement should focus onthe reserch methods of the project.

• Course transcrips at the undergraduate andgraduate level.

• Two references, to be sent directly to theScholarship Committee by the referees orappropriate official of the university or college.

• A statement from the program chairman or directorendorsing the application from that program. Theendorsement is not a letter of reference and mustbe attached to the application form.

• The completed application form.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:Chairman, CWRA Scholarship Committee, CanadianWater Resources Association, Membership Services,400 Clyde Road, PO Box 1329, Cambridge, OntarioN1R 7G6, Tel: (519) 622-4764 Fax: (519) 621-4844

Harold Arvid Christenson Memorial ScholarshipFundDeadline: September 1Terms of reference: The late Harold ArvidChristenson, former manager of Pacific CoastFishermen’s Mutual Marine Insurance Company,bequeathed scholarships for sons, daughters or legalwards of past or present members and employees(or persons to whom a past or present member oremployee stood in Loco Parentis) of the company.Applicants must be enrolled full-time at a post-secondary educational institution. The number andamount of these scholarships will be determined bythe board of directors of the company.Contact: Application forms are available from: PacificCoast Fishermen’s Mutual Marine InsuranceCompany, Suite 200 - 4259 Canada Way, Burnaby,BC V5G 1H1, Tel: (604) 438-4240, Fax: (604) 438-5756

Coquitlam Foundation Scholarships andBursariesDeadline: April 1Terms of reference: The applicant must be a residentof the City of Coquitlam, demonstrate financial need(in the case of the bursary), have a history of schooland/or community involvement, show that he or shecan successfully undertake a program of studies,attend an interview with the selection committee andbegin designated studies within six months of formalnotification of selection. Bursary applications mustinclude a letter of application, which should include astatement outlining why the applicant merits theaward, a resume, copy of appropriate schooltranscripts, a personal statement outlining financialneed and two letters of reference which address thestudent’s ability to complete the course of studiesproposed.Contact: Norm Cook, Secretary, CoquitlamFoundation, 300 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B7N2 Tel: (604) 927-3003 Fax: (604) 927-3015

Raymond Crepault ScholarshipDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: A $5,000 scholarship to FrenchCanadian students with broadcasting experience,who are presently enrolled in, or wish to begin or

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complete a program of studies in communications, atthe university level. Candidates should meet one ofmore of the following requirements: universitygraduation in any discipline (first degree); universitygraduation or current studies in communications;graduation from a recognized broadcasting course,or the equivalent; desire to improve broadcastingskills. The judging committee will consider eachcandidate’s: motivation; ability to complete studies;financial need; recommendations from a professor,colleagues and/or employers.Contact: The Canadian Association of Broadcasters,PO Box 627, Station B, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5S2

Department of Justice Canada: FinancialAssistanceDeadline: summer Program: April 1; Three-yearProgram: June 1Terms of reference: The Department of JusticeCanada provides financial assistance to Metis andnon-status Indian students to help them becomelawyers. Funds of up to 10 students each year toattend a two-month summer course offered by theUniversity of Saskatchwan’s Native Law Centre forstudents who may not have the minimum academicrequirements for law school. Francophone studentswho are unable to follow this course may berecommended for a one-year pre-law program.Law: Each year, approximately 10 three-year grantsare awarded to students who have been acceptedinto a Canadian Law School.After Law School: The Department may awardfinancial assistance to a student wishing to pursue aMaster’s degree in Canada or abroad. Assistance isprovided for the bar admission only in cases ofsevere financial difficulty.Eligibility: an applicant must be a First Nationsperson of Canadian citizenship living in Canada whois registered or conditionally registered in one of thecourses of study described above. The financialassistance is normally provided through a livingallowance, payment of tuition fees, a text bookallowance and other allowances.Contact: Chief, Native Programs, Department ofJustice Canada, Justice Building, Ottawa, OntarioK1A 0H8 Tel: (613) 957-9636

Embassy of Italy ScholarshipsDeadline: March 25Terms of reference: The Government of Italy offersscholarships to Canadian citizens wishing to pursuestudies in Italy. They are intended for universityundergraduate and graduate students, professionals,teachers, and artists, who meet the necessaryrequirements for enrollment in Italian universities,who would like to attend specialized courses orundertake research in specific fields. Thescholarships are awarded for periods of 8 months,beginning November 1. They are awarded forspecific research or specialized courses at publicpost-secondary institutions in any field of study.However, preference will be given to proposals forgraduate or post-graduate research or study in theareas of Italian language and literature, music, visualarts, performing arts, art restoration or sciences.Candidates must be in possession of a high schooldiploma, BA, BSc, or PhD or have obtained one ofthe preceding by June 30, and must be 35 years ofage or younger. The scholarship consists of amonthly allowance of 1,200.00 lire, plus Italianmedical insurance for the period of the scholarship.Candidates are also entitled to pre-paid airfare butairfare will not be paid in cash nor will a refund beissued for tickets purchased directly by thescholarship holder. Elements taken intoconsideration by the selection committee are:• candidate’s curriculum studiorum and vitae;• nature of program proposed by the candidate;• letters of reference from Canadian or Italian

academics;• existence of direct contacts between the candidate

and Italian academics and/or Institutions,concerning the proposed stay in Italy;

• candidate’s knowledge of Italian.No application will be accepted after the datesindicated above; incomplete applications will not beconsidered.Contact: Embassy of Italy, Cultural Office, Suite 2100275 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5H9 ItalianCultural Institute in Vancouver call (604) 688-0809;Italian Consulate in Vancouver (604) 684-7288

Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship FundDeadline: Last working day before May 25 orNovember 25Terms of reference: The purpose of the fund is toprovide financial assistance to students pursuinghigher education in the field of wildlife andconservation. Eligible applicants must be competent,full-time students registered in a recognizedCanadian educational institute and be citizens ofCanada, or landed immigrants, with the intent ofworking in Canada. All applicants must be in need offinancial assistance to pursue their course of study.All scholarships cover a regular academic year. Eachscholarship is divided into two equal units. One unitis issued in September; the other, in January.Applications may be made for a summer or othersessions. Amount of award up to $3,000.Contact: Applications for a scholarship must bemade on an OEMSF form. Please forward yourrequest for an application to: Orville EricksonMemorial Scholarship, c/o Secretary CanadianWildlife Foundation, 2740 Queensview Drive,Ottawa, Ontario K2B 1A2

Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, (AUCC)Deadline: July 2Terms of reference: The Fairfax Financial HoldingsLtd Scholarship program has been developed topromote and encourage academic excellence andthe pursuit of higher education in Canada. Fairfax isa financial services holding company whosecorporate objective is to achieve a high rate of returnon invested capital and build long term shareholdervalue. This program is offering up to sixty (60)scholarships, 36 at the university level and 24 at thecollege level. Undergraduate students will receive$5000 and college students will receive $3,500. Eachinstitution may nominate one candidate. Candidatesmust be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.They must be completing the first year of a univeristydegree program or college diploma program and bein need of financial assistance. They must also beenrolled on a full-time basis, as defined by theireducational institution, and have attained highacademic standing. The nomination form attached tothe application must be completed by the institutionon behalf of the candidate meeting the award criteria.All pertaining documents (official transcript of marks,letters of reference) along with the nomination andapplication forms must arrive at the AUCC by July 2.Contact: Additional application forms and furtherinformation from the Canadian Awards Program,AUCC, 600-350 Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1R1B1, Tel: (613) 563-1236 Fax: (613) 563-9745 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.aucc.ca

Terry Fox Humanitarian AwardDeadline: February 1Terms of reference: In keeping with the spirit of hisachievements, the Terry Fox Humanitarian AwardProgram is intended to encourage Canadian youth toseek the high ideals represented by Terry Fox by thegranting of commemorative scholarships for thepursuit of higher education. The Terry FoxScholarship is a renewable award, subject tosatisfactory progress, and is tenable at any Canadianuniversity of college. The value of the award is$4,000 annually, for a maximum of four years or untila first degree is obtained. For candidates attendingan educational institution in provinces where notuition fee is applicable, the award value is $2,500.

The awards will be of particular interest to graduatingsecondary level students and those currentlystudying towards a first degree of diploma in aCanadian university or college. Scholarshipcandidates must be Canadian citizens or havelanded immigrant status. They must not exceed 25years of age. The field of study is open and at thediscretion of the successful candidate.Demonstration of the highest ideals and qualities ofcitizenship will be criteria for selection of recipients.Further relevant qualities are courage in overcomingobstacles, involvement in humanitarian service andparticipation is sport, fitness and community service.Applications will be considered either directly orthrough academic institutions. Recommendations forscholarship assistance made by institutions will be animportant factor in the final selection process.Successful Terry Fox scholars are expected toparticipate in Program activities such as volunteerservice, recipients yearly meeting and annualreports.Contact: Applications and further information: TerryFox Humanitarian Award Program, Simon FraserUnversity, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A1S6, Fax: (604) 291-3311

The Keith Gilmore FoundationDeadline: July 1Terms of reference: The foundation was establishedto provide scholarships to worthy applicants takingsecondary education in the fields of agriculture andjournalism and for those schools that offer it,agricultural journalism. There is 1 $1,500 scholarshipoffered to an individual in a post graduate degreeprogram in agriculture, journalism or communicationsat a recognized university. There are 3 $1,500scholarships offered to individuals in anundergraduate degree program in agriculture,journalism or communications at a recognizeduniversity. There are 3 $750 scholarships offered toindividuals enrolled in a recognized diploma programin agriculture and/or journalism or communications.The successful applicant will have already completeda minimum of one year in his or her major field ofstudies.Contact: The Keith Gilmore Foundation, 5160 SkylineWay, NE Calgary, Alberta T2E 6V1, Tel: (403) 275-2662, fax (403) 295-1333.

Joseph Golland Memorial Scholarship FundDeadline: May 5Terms of reference: Scholarships of up to $1000 willbe awarded to applicants who are a resident of andwhose majority educational history has been in BC.However, there are no restrictions as to their choiceof venue for advanced study. Applicants for thisscholarship must be advanced students orprofessionals who have committed themselves toexpanding their creative potential as performers,writers, directors, technicians, designers, camera,crew, in the creative arts.Contact: Joseph Golland Memorial ScholarshipFund, c/o L. Chwin, #106–15439-100th Avenue,Surrey, BC V3R 0K4, tel: (604) 581-8800 fax: (604)581-8800.

Imasco Scholarship for Disabled StudentsDeadline: June 1Terms of reference: Valued at $2,000 annually, thisscholarship has been created to encourageCanadian disabled students to pursue universitystudies with the ultimate objective of obtaining a firstuniversity degree. The criteria are as follows: for anundergraduate program in any field of study;candidates must meet the following definition: “Adisability is a functional limitation resulting from aphysical, sensory, or mental impairment, which, foran indefinite period, affects the ability of the studentto perform the activities necessary to participate fullyin post-secondary learning; must be Canadiancitizens or permanent residents; must be entering orcurrently enrolled in a first undergraduate degree

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program in a Canadian post-secondary institution;holders of an undergraduate degree are not eligiblefor the scholarship. The award is for one academicyear which may be renewed upon application. Theholder of an Imasco Scholarship is eligible to apply insubsequent years provided he/she submits a newapplication and all pertaining documents. Theapplicant, in a final year of study and required toattend only one academic term before graduation, iseligible to apply for a $1,000 scholarship provided allother criteria are met. Note: Students who re-applyfor further awards will be considered in competitionwith all other applicants. A student can receive theaward for a total of four year maximum.Contact: For further information and applicationforms: Canadian Awards Program, Association ofUniversities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC), 350Albert St., Suite 600, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1, Tel:(613) 563-1236, Fax: (613) 563-9745

Indian/Inuit Professional Health Careers ProgramDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Scholarships are available forstudents of Indian/Inuit ancestry who wish to pursueeducational opportunities leading to professionalhealth careers. There are four $1,000 awards for theprovince of BC. Note: you are not eligible for thisfunding if you get money from any other governmentsource (including Indian and Northern AffairsCanada). You should have an average grade of atleast 80% for the scholarship and have financialneed for the bursary. You must be working toward aprofessional health career.Contact: National Co-ordinator, Indian/Inuit HealthCareers Program, Medical Services Branch, Healthand Welfare Canada, 10th Floor, Room 1010,Jeanne-Mance Building, Tunney’s Pasture, Ottawa,ON K1A 0L3 or Regional Advisor, Indian/Inuit HealthCareers Program, Medical Careers Program, MedicalServices Branch, Health and Welfare Canada, 540 –757 West Hastings St., Vancouver, BC V6C 3E6,Tel: (604) 666-7983

Interior Logging Association ScholarshipDeadline: July 31Terms of reference: There are several scholarshipsavailable for $1,000 to students enrolling in a full-timeforestry related discipline; in any discipline who areimmediate relatives of the Interior LoggingAssociation; who are enrolling in a trades school; in abusiness administration discipline.Contact: Apply to: the Chairman, I.L.A. ScholarshipCommittee, #202-635 Victoria St., Kamloops, BCV2C 2B3, Tel: (250) 374-0733, Fax: (250) 374-0700

International Longshoremen’s andWarehousemen’s Union Harry BridgesUndergraduate ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Three scholarships of $1,500each are offered to members, and sons anddaughters of members, in good standing of the ILWUin attendance at the University of BC, the Universityof Victoria, Simon Fraser University, BCIT or anycollege in BC who will continue in a full program ofstudies in the next session in an undergraduatefaculty. These scholarships will normally be awardedto the candidates with highest standing asdetermined by the results of the Final SessionalExaminations conducted in April by the namedinstitutions.Contact: Award #0530: Apply at University of BritishColumbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid, 1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel: (604)822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

International Longshoremen’s andWarehousemen’s Union Local 506 – RalphScruton Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: A $750 scholarship is availableto members of the union in good standing and theirsons and daughters. Candidates may attend the

University of BC, the University of Victoria, SimonFraser University, BCIT or any college in BC andmust enrol in a full program of studies.Contact: Award #00666: Apply at University of BritishColumbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid, 1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel: (604)822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

International Longshoremen’s andWarehousemen’s Union Local 517 – Bud SmithScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: A $450 scholarship is open tomembers in good standing of Local 517, and theirsons and daughters. Candidates may attend theUniversity of BC, the University of Victoria, SimonFraser University, BCIT or any college in BC andmust enrol in a full program of undergraduatestudies.Contact: Award # 04804: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

International Longshoremen’s andWarehousemen’s Union – Thomas P. MayesScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: An undergraduate scholarship of$1,500 is offered to members, and sons anddaughters of members, in good standing. Candidatesmay attend the University of BC, the University ofVictoria, Simon Fraser University, BCIT or anycollege in BC and must enrol in a full program ofstudies.Contact: Award # 00558: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

The Harry Jerome Scholarship fundDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: The Black Business andProfessional Association has created the HarryJerome Scholarship Fund to promote excellence ineducation. The scholarships focus on encouragingand recognizing outstanding achievement by youngBlack students in post-secondary education. Twoscholarships of $4,000 annually for the duration of aqualifying 2-3 year post graduate program.Sponsored by The Royal Bank of Canada, thesuccessful candidate will also be offered andopportunity for summer employment with the RoyalBank of Canada, and may compete for full-timeemployment leading to the management stream. Theeligible applicants must be Canadian a canadiankcitizen or permanent resident of Canada. They mustbe a student of, or candidate for fall admission into acommunity ollege or university in Canada, with intentto pursue an academic or professional programleading to a degree, diploma or certificate. Theapplicants must have high academic achievement,proven financial need, Technological literacy,demonstrated leadership abilities and hasrecognized contribution to the Black community.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding toThe Harry Jerome Scholarship Fund, 675 King StreetWest, Suite 203, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1M9 Tel:(416) 504-4097 Fax: (416) 504-7343

Jewish Women International of BC ScholarshipsDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Two scholarship of $500 eachare offered annually to members of the Hillel or sonsand daughters of B’nai B’rith members. It is open tocompetition to students who have successfullycompleted at least one year at Simon FraserUniversity, the University of British Columbia orVancouver Community College (Langara) by June30th and are continuing studies at any of the threeinstitutions. To be eligible for consideration acandidate must have an academic average of at

least 75% with clear standing in each subject. Theapplication must be accompanied by a transcript ofall post-secondary studies completed.Contact: Award # 00581: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Earl Kinney Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: This scholarship in the amountof $750 has been made available by the GraphicCommunications International Union, Local 525 M, tostudents entering the second or higher year of a fullacademic program of studies at the University ofBritish Columbia, the University of Victoria or SimonFraser University at the second year level or higher.To be eligible, an applicant must be a member, or theson, daughter or legal ward of a member in goodstanding and must enclose a letter from the Unionattesting to their eligibility.Contact: Award # 00577: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Laidlaw Foundation Children at Risk, Aboriginaland Black Scholars ProgramsDeadline: February 1Terms of reference: The foundation will assistuniversity students from First Nations and blackcommunities who have demonstrated academic andleadership qualities in areas related to theFoundation’s Children at Risk Program. Eligibleapplicants are full-time students registered in adegree program at a Canadian university who areinterested in the processes that contribute to thecreation, maintenance and overcoming of conditionsthat diminish the life quality and life chances ofchildren.Undergraduate Awards: First Nations studentsenrolled in a third or fourth year undergraduateprogram at a Canadian university may apply for alimited number of awards of up to $2,000 each forresearch relating to the Children at Risk Program. Tobe eligible, undergraduate students must benominated by faculty. First Nations students enrolledin an undergraduate program at a Canadianuniversity leading to a professional degree in a fieldrelevant to the Children at Risk Program may alsoapply for an award of up to $500. Eligible candidatesmust be nominated by community leaders,employers or faculty.Transitional Year Programs: Promising First Nationsstudents accepted into an undergraduate or graduatetransitional year program at a Canadian universitymay apply for a Laidlaw Scholarship (up to $500 ifenrolled in a transitional year program leading to anundergraduate degree; up to $1,000 if enrolled in atransitional year program leading to a graduatedegree). Consideration will be given to assistingpromising scholars and practitioners nominated byfaculty, community leaders, or employers. Applicantsmust indicate a course of study related to theFoundations’ Children at Risk Program.Contact: Nathan Gilbert, Executive Director, LaidlawFoundation, 950 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M4W 2J4,Tel: (416)964-3614 Fax: (416)975-1428

The Law Foundation of NewfoundlandScholarshipDeadline: May 1Terms of reference: The Law Foundation ofNewfoundland awards up to three annual law schoolentrance scholarships valued at $5,000 each,tenable at a recognized Canadian law school.Successful applicants must be residents of theprovince of Newfoundland, have achieved academicexcellence and not be the recipient of any othermajor scholarship.Contact: For further information and application formplease contact: Law Foundation of Newfoundland,Murray Premises, PO Box 5907, St. John’s,

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Newfoundland A1C 5X4, Tel: 754-4424, Fax: 754-4320

Legal Studies for Aboriginal People Grants andScholarships ProgramDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: check with contactContact: Program Administrator, Legal Studies forAboriginal People Program, Department of JusticeCanada, 222 Queen St., 10th Floor, Ottawa, OntarioK1A 0H8

Lotus Light Charity Society ScholarshipDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: Any student who is attending acollege, university, or technical institution may beeligible to receive a $200 scholarship to assist in his/her studies. Preferences will be given to singleparents with children under 11 years of age, orstudents who are working part-time. There are 10awards to be given.Contact: Lotus Light Charity Society, #200-357 EastHastings St., Vancouver, BC V6A 1P3

Magna For Canada Scholarship FundDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: The Scholarship Fund willprovide annual awards beginning this year to tenregional winners from across the country, one ofwhom will be declared the national winner.Applicants must be full-time students at anaccredited Canadian college or university. An awardof $5,000 will be awarded to each regional winnerand an additional $5,000 to the national winner. Anaward of $10,000 will be granted to the college oruniversity of the national winner. Please submit amaximum 2,500-word proposal on type-written, 81/2x 11 paper, in either official language, responding tothe question: “If you were the Prime Minister ofCanada what would you do to improve livingstandards and unify the country?” Also to besubmitted is your full name, address and telephonenumber; college or university; area and year of study;extra-curricular activities; maximum 30-worddescription of why you wish to participate in thiscompetition; an official transcript of your grades.Contact: Magna for Canada Scholarship Fund, 36Apple Creek Boulevard, Markhanm, Ontario L3R 4Y4Tel: (800) 97-magna Fax: (905) 477-3678 Web: http://www.cyberplex.com/magna.html

The Maritime Dairy Industry ScholarshipDeadline: December 16Terms of reference: A $5,000 cash award and 15weeks of employment within the dairy industry, in theMaritimes, that will complement the successfulcandidate’s field of study. The applicant must be aresident of either NS, NB, or PEI; currently attendinga post-secondary education institution withinCanada; completed at least two years of post-secondary education and currently enrolled in aprogram that has application to the dairy industry;applicant must show professional and academicpromise and a commitment and interest in the dairyindustry; applicant must complete the applicationform, one-page letter stating their commitment andinterest in the dairy industry, official transcript ofmarks for completed years in post-secondaryeducation, and three reference letters must beavailable (at least one from a professor). Selectionwill be based on application requirements, academicstanding, and potential contribution and commitmentto the dairy industry.Contact: The Maritime Dairy Industry ScholarshipCommittee, c/o Milk Maritime Inc., Suite 340 1133 St.George Blvd., Moncton, New Brunswick E1E 4E1Tel: (506) 855-8800 Fax: (506) 855-8500 Toll Free:(800) 465-2697

Robert Markle ScholarshipDeadline: November 30Terms of reference: Award of $1,200 amount givento a First Nations student of a visual arts program ata post-secondary institution. Application must include

a resume stating personal background and heritage;selection of colour slides and/or black and whitephotographs or a small portfolio of recent work; letterof recommendation from instructor. All entries will bereturned to the sender.Contact: Robert Markle Fund, c/o Woodland CulturalCentre, 184 Mohawk St., PO Box 1506, Brantford,Ontario N3T 5V6

Mattinson Endowment Fund Scholarship forDisabled StudentsDeadline: June 1Terms of reference: Valued at $2,000 annually, thisscholarship has been created to encourageCanadian disabled students to pursue universitystudies with the ultimate objective of obtaining a firstuniversity degree. The criteria are as follows: for anundergraduate program in any field of study;candidates must meet the following definition: “Adisability is a functional limitation resulting from aphysical, sensory, or mental impairment, which, foran indefinite period, affects the ability of the studentto perform the activities necessary to participate fullyin post-secondary learning’; must be Canadiancitizens or permanent residents; must be entering orcurrently enrolled in a first undergraduate degreeprogram in a Canadian post-secondary institution;holders of an undergraduate degree are not eligiblefor the scholarship. The award is for one academicyear which may be renewed upon application. Theholder of an Imasco Scholarship is eligible to apply insubsequent years provided he/she submits a newapplication and all pertaining documents. Theapplicant, in a final year of study and required toattend only one academic term before graduation, iseligible to apply for a $1,000 scholarship provided allother criteria are met. Note: Students who re-applyfor further awards will be considered in competitionwith all other applicants. A student can receive theaward for a total of four year maximum.Contact: For further information and applicationforms: Canadian Awards Program, Association ofUniversities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC), 350Albert St., Suite 600, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1, Tel:(613) 563-1236, Fax: (613) 563-9745

The William McCallum Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: May 1Terms of reference: This scholarship is awardedannually to a graduate of Dawson College entering,or already studying Law. The scholarship isrenewable in the amount of $500 per year, for amaximum of four years. It will be awarded tostudents who show high probability of bothresponsible citizenship and academic andprofessional success. The basis for selecting winnersis scholarship, character, leadership, and communityinvolvement.Contact: The William McCallum ScholarshipCommittee, c/o Bonnie Day, Dawson CollegeAwards Office, 3040 Sherbrook St. West, Room 4A-1, Westmount, Quebec H3Z 1A4, Tel: (514) 931-8731, local 1348, Fax: (514) 931-5181

The McEuen Undergraduate Scholarship forStudy in ScotlandDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: The McEuen Scholarship isawarded annually in memory of Dr. Charles StuartMcEuen to a Canadian student resident in Canada.The scholarship is tenable for a three-year course ofstudies toward an ordinary degree or a four-yearcourse toward an honours degree. It is renewablefrom year to year on the basis of satisfactoryperformance and covers all tuition fees, universityresidence costs and a stipend for basic expenses.Applicants must not be more than 21 years of ageand must be attending university in Canada or bequalified for admission into a university in Canada.The winner is chosen on the basis of outstandingacademic achievement and leadership potential.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to

the: McEuen Scholarship Foundation Inc., Suite1000, 60 Queen St., Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5Y7 Tel:(613) 237-5160 Fax: (613) 230-8842

Mensa Canada ScholarshipDeadline: February 28Terms of reference: Mensa offers two awards thatwill be made on the basis of applicants’ essays. Youressay should describe the specific goals that theScholarship will help you to achieve. State stepstaken and future steps you have planned towardsyour goal. Be as precise as possible. Membership inMensa is not required. The sole eligibilityrequirement is that the applicant be enrolled in a full-time program at an accredited post-secondaryinstitution for the academic year. Winners mustprovide proof of acceptance or enrollment, and maybe required to provide two letters of reference.Maximum essay length is 500 words. Those not at ornear the top of their fields need not apply. We arelooking for excellence.Contact: For further information please contact:Coordinator, Mensa Canada Scholarship Program,329 March Road, Suite 232, Box 11, Kanata,Ontario K2K 2E1

Japanese Government (Monbusho) ScholarshipDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: The Monbusho (Ministry ofEducation, Science, Sports and Culture, Governmentof Japan) offers scholarships to foreign students whowish to study at Japanese universities asundergraduate students under the JapaneseGovernment Scholarship Program. As well theMonbusho offers scholarships to foreign studentswho wish to study at Japanese universities asresearch students under the scholarship program.The undergraduate studies is a five year program ofstudy at a Japanese university. It includes one yearof Japanese language training and four years ofundergraduate study. When completed, the studentcan obtain a bachelor’s degree. The research studiesis for graduate students. The length of thisscholarship is one and a half or two years.Contact: Monbusho Scholarship Program, TheConsulate General of Japan, 900-1177 WestHastings St., Vancouver, BC V6E 2K9, Tel: (604)684-5868, ext. 370, Fax: (604) 684-6939, E-mail:[email protected]

Monsanto Native Forestry ScholarshipDeadline: July 31Terms of reference: This $500 scholarship isdesigned to assist First Nations students entering anationally recognized forestry school. In addition tothe scholarships, Monsanto Agricultural Company ofCanada personnel will be available to the studentsas advisors in their studies.Contact: National Aboriginal forestry Association,Attention: Monsanto Native Forestry ScholarshipProgram, 875 Bank St., Ottawa, Ontario K1S 3W4,Tel: (613) 233-5563

National Aboriginal Achievement Business &Science ScholarshipDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: The NAAF provides support forAboriginal students studying education andprofessional development in business, sciences andall areas of study which contribute to economic self-reliance. The applicant must be Canadian Aboriginalpeoples-First Nations status and non-status, Metisand Inuit. The NAAF will support community collegeor CEGEP diploma or certificate programs,undergraduate programs, professional degreeprograms, and masters and doctoral programs infield of study including, but not limited to thefollowing: business, finance, public administration,engineering, law, social work, marketing, healthsciences, earth sciences, natural resourcemanagement, life science, environmental studies,computer science and communications. Thisscholarship is based on financial need, academic

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merit, and the applicant’s interest and commitment tohis or her education.Contact: The National Aboriginal AchievementFoundation, Suite 33A, 70 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto,Ontario M5R 1B9 Tel: (416) 926-0775 Fax: (416)926-7554, E-Mail: [email protected], Web: naaf.ca

National Congress of Italian-Canadians, PacificRegionsDeadline: May 1Terms of reference: The NCIC Pacific Region offersup to five scholarships yearly of $1,000 each tostudents in the Italian-Canadian ethnoculturalcommunity who are beginning or continuing theirstudies at post-secondary institutions in BritishColumbia. The scholarships will be awarded on thebasis of academic excellence, personal character,and social responsibility. The application must beaccompanied by transcript of grades, letter ofrecommendation, one-page letter by candidateregarding career goals.Contact: NCIC, c/o 1191 East 51st Ave., Vancouver,BC V5X 4P7

National Federation of the Blind: Advocates forEqualityDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: The NFB: AE will be annuallyawarding four scholarships, one scholarship in theamount of $2000, one scholarship in the amount of$1,500 and two scholarships in the amount of$1,000. All scholarships are awarded on the basis ofacademic excellence, service to the community andfinancial need. All applicants must:• be legally blind• reside in Canada• be pursuing or planning to pursue a full-time college

or graduate course of study, and• be willing to attend the annual NFB convention.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding toThe National Federation of the Blind:Advocates forEquality Scholarship Committee, 150 Moss Street,Victoria, BC V8V 4M3 Tel: (250) 387-3618 or (250)995-3024

The Navy League of CanadaDeadline: August 15Terms of reference: The Navy League of Canadaawards scholarships annually to serving or formerRoyal Canadian Sea Cadets entering the first year ofa Community College, University or United WorldCollege course leading to a degree. Thesescholarships may not be granted where candidatesenroll in the Canadian Forces on any basis wherebythe government provides free tuition or grants.Information and supporting documents i.e. personalletter of application, original certificate (transcripts),letter from Commanding Officer of Corps,recommendation of branch president responsible forCorps, recommendation of division presidentresponsible for Corps must all be included.Contact: The Navy League of Canada, NationalCouncil, 305 Rideau St., Ground Floor, Ottawa,Ontario K1N 9E5, Tel: (613) 993-5415, Fax: (613)990-8701

Nuu-Chah Nulth Post Secondary ScholarshipsDeadline: August 31Terms of reference: A scholarship in the amount of$500 is awarded to students of Nuu-chah-nulthancestry who have completed a minimum of 8months of post-secondary work and will be enrolledin full-time (four courses and/or 12 credit hours) post-secondary studies. Send an application form, atranscript of last year’s grades, a letter of acceptancefor the next school year and a minimum of a one-page essay on the importance of post-secondaryeducation for Nuu-chah-nulth.Contact: Nuu-Chah-Nulth Tribal Council, Box 1383,Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2, Tel: (604) 724-5757,Fax: (604) 723-0463

P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund forWomenDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: A scholarship of $5,000 isoffered annually by the P.E.O. to a woman who isfrom a country other than the United States andCanada. The applicant must be qualified foradmission to full-time graduate study or workingtoward a graduate degree in the university of theirchoice in the United States or Canada. The applicantmust have a full year of class work remaining andenrolled and on campus for the entire school year ofthe grant and must promise to return to their countryimmediately following completion of degree to pursuetheir professional career.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to theP.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund, P.E.O.Executive Office, 3700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines,Iowa 50312-3820 Tel: (515) 255-3153, Fax: (515)255-3820 Attention: International Student Advisor

The Pisapio ScholarshipsDeadline: September 25Terms of reference: Scholarships in the amount of$1,000 are available each year. The number and thevalue of each award may be changed from time totime at the discretion of the Trustees. Applicantsmust meet the following criteria:• applicant must be accepted for admission to a

university.• applicant must be a full-time student working toward

an undergraduate degree or graduate degree fromthe university.

• the applicant must have completed a minimum firstyear of university studies.

• the awards will be given: first to eligible applicantswho are residents of the City of Nelson; second, toeligible applicants who are residents of an areawithin a 50 mile radius of City of Nelson; and third,to eligible applicants who live in the East or WestKootenay regions.

Contact: The Pisapio Scholarships Trust, 421 BakerSt., Nelson, BC V1L 4H7

Public Works Association of British ColumbiaDeadline: July 31Terms of reference: This scholarship in the amountof $1,000 is open to any applicant planning full-timestudy at an educational institution in BC. However, inan effort to encourage women in the public worksfield, preference is given to female candidates.Applicants will be in a public works field. Applicationsmust be accompanied by a letter of Reference from aBCPWA member. Preference will be given toapplicants returning to an educational institution fromthe workforce or applicants who have completed atleast one year of study in their proposed field.Contact: Applications should be submitted to: PublicWorks Association of BC, Scholarship Committee,16705 Fraser Highway, Surrey, BC V3S 2X7

Gillis Purcell Memorial Journalism Scholarshipfor Native CanadiansDeadline: December 31Terms of reference: The scholarship is in the amountof $4,000 annually for a native Canadian who isstudying journalism at a Canadian institution.Contact: Norman Graham, Manager EmployeeRelations, The Canadian Press, 36 King Street East,Toronto, Ontario M5C 2L9, Tel: (416) 594-5133, Fax:(416) 364-9283

Queen Elizabeth Silver Jubilee Endowment FundFor Study in a Second Official Language AwardProgramDeadline: February 15Terms of reference: The purpose of the award is toencourage young Canadians who wish to improvetheir proficiency in their second official language topursue studies, on a full-time basis, at anotheruniversity which functions in the other officiallanguage and in a milieu in which that language

predominates. The criteria for the award are: Field ofStudy: All disciplines, except translation, are eligible.Students must continue studies in the discipline inwhich they are enrolled at their home university.Value: $5,000.Conditions:• Candidates must be Canadian citizens or

permanent residents of Canada• must be currently enrolled in the second or third

year of their first undergraduate university program.In addition, they must have sufficient ability in theirsecond official language to pursue their studies inthat language

• must have good academic standing, and be well-motivated and adaptable

Other Awards: a recipient may not concurrently holdany other major awardContact: Canadian Awards Program, Internationaland Canadian Programs Division, Association ofUniversities and Colleges of Canada, 350 Albert St.,Suite 600, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1, Tel: (613) 563-1236 Fax: (613) 563-9745, E-mail: [email protected],Internet: http://www.aucc.ca

Queen Elizabeth II British Columbia CentennialScholarshipDeadline: March 31Terms of reference: One major scholarship with atotal value of $20,000 is available each year. Inaddition to the major scholarship, two minorscholarships of $4,000 each are available for the twotop runners-up to the major winner each year. Thescholarship will be awarded each year on acompetitive basis to a graduate:• who has obtained an undergraduate degree from a

British Columbia public university;• whose domicile or ordinary residence is in the

Province;• who is a Canadian citizen;• who, in the opinion of the advisory committee, is a

person of unusual worth and promise, and qualifiesunder the regulations; and

• who proposes to conduct the studies for which thescholarship is awarded at an institution in anyBritish Commonwealth country, except Canada

The advisory committee will make itsrecommendations on the basis of academicachievement, demonstrated aptitudes, personalqualities and charactger, interest and participation inuniversity and community affairs, and proposedprograms of study.Contact: All enquiries, applications and documentspertaining to this scholarship must be sent to:Protocol and Events Branch, Ministry of Finance andCorporate Relations, 553 Superior Stree, Room 215,Victoria, BC, V8V 1X4, Phone: (250)356-8285, Fax:(250)356-2814

Research Support in Arctic EnvironmentalStudiesDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: Environment Canada/Prairie andNorthern Region offers opportunities of significantvalue in high arctic accommodation, facilities andservices to support graduate students enrolled inmaster’s or doctoral studies at a Canadian univeristy.Preference will be given to environmental researchproposals in the physical and/or biological sciencesfor which location at the High Arctic Weather Stationat Eureka is demonstrably advantageous.Opportunities are not confined to students engagedin weather-related studies.Contact: For information and application material:Association of Canadian Universities for NorthernStudies (ACUNS), 17 York Street, Suite 405, Ottawa,Ontario K1N 9J6 Tel: (613) 562-0515Fax: (613) 562-0533

Rhodes ScholarshipsDeadline: October 25th (in Financial Assistance)Terms of reference: Eleven scholarships are open formale and female Canadian students and will beawarded annually in late November. These

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scholarships are tenable at the University of Oxford,England, and the value is at least £10,000 per year.A maintenance allowance of at least £3,810 per yearis provided to the scholar, in addition to which all feesare paid directly to the University and the scholar’sCollege. Reasonable travel expenses to and fromOxford are also provided. They are granted for twoyears, with the possibility of a third year. Scholarsmay follow courses of study of their own choice.They are required to go to Oxford in October of eachyear.

Selection is made on the basis of school and collegerecords without written examinations. The qualitieswhich will be considered in making the selection are:literary and scholastic attainment; fondness of, andsuccess in outdoor sports; qualities of truthfulness,courage, devotion to duty, sympathy for andprotection of the weak, kindliness, unselfishness, andfellowship; exhibition or moral force of character, andof instincts to lead and take an interest in one'scontemporaries. Qualities of both character andintellect are the most important requirements for aRhodes Scholarship; these are what the SelectionCommittees will seek. Financial need does notreceive special consideration.

The eleven scholarships are allotted: three to theWestern Region (Manitoba, Saskatchewan andAlberta); two to each of Ontario, Quebec and theMaritime Region (New Brunswick and Nova Scotia);and one each to British Columbia andNewfoundland. A candidate must: be a Canadiancitizen or a person domiciled in Canada; have beenborn between October 2, 1972 and October 1, 1978;except for medical students, have received anundergraduate degree before taking up thescholarship.

Candidates may compete in a province prescribedunder either (a) or (b) below:(a) The province in which they are ordinarily

resident. If a candidate is ordinarily resident inthe Northwest Territories application may bemade in a province under (b) or, if there is nosuch province, in Manitoba, Saskatchewan orAlberta. If ordinarily resident in New Brunswick,Nova Scotia, or Prince Edward Island, applicationmay be made in a province under (b) or,alternatively, in the Maritime region.

(b) Any province in which they have attended auniversity, provided that if a candidate isordinarily resident outside Newfoundland, anapplication may not be made in that province.summer courses do not qualify as attendance ata university. Subject to ratification by the RhodesTrustees, Selection Committees are responsiblefor deciding whether candidates comply with theforegoing conditions, and for making thenominations.

Contact: Further information and application formsmay be obtained from Financial Assistance or fromthe Office of the General Secretary for the RhodesScholarships in Canada, PO Box 48, TorontoDominion Centre, Toronto M5K 1E6 or from theProvincial Secretaries. Residents of Newfoundland:contact Augustus G. Lilly, The Rhodes ScholarshipTrust, P.O. Box 5038, St. John’s, NewfoundlandA1C 5V3 Tel: (709) 722-4270 Fax: (709) 722-4565.

Father Emmanuele Rosaia ScholarshipDeadline: August 25Terms of reference: A scholarship in the name ofFather Emmanuele Rosaia has been set up by theItalian Cultural Centre Society to pay tribute to thisspecial man whose charitable Franciscan spirit hascheered many a soul. This scholarship is in theamount of $850. Selection criteria:• Applicants must be Roman Catholic and of Italian-

Canadian origin.• Applicants must be residents of the Lower Mainland• Applicants must be grade 12 students who expect

to graduate with a 3.0 (B) grade point average or

higher. An official transcript of final marks from theapplicant’s school must accompany the application,along with an official BC Ministry of Educationtranscript of marks.

• Applicants are expected, upon, high schoolgraduation, to attend a university or communitycollege where studies will lead to a universitydegree in Canada or in another country.

• Applicants are asked to submit a typewritten letterof no more than 400 words, double spaced,explaining why he/she deserves to obtain thescholarship.

• Applicants are asked to submit no less than threeletters of reference – one of which must be writtenby the applicant’s parish priest.

The selection committee will put particular focus onstrong academic achievement, the strength ofChristian character of the candidate, especiallyleadership and citizenship qualities, as well ascommunity services rendered within the candidate’sown community and school, and applicants who intheir studies have a leaning towards the humanities:language, literature, philosophy, history, psychology,fine arts etc. (This does not however, excludeapplicants whose academic focus is in the sciences).Contact: The Father Rosaia Scholarship Committee,c/o St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 2025 Napier Street,Vancouver, BC V5L 2N8

Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial ScholarshipsTerms of reference: The Rotary Foundation offersthree types of scholarships: the Academic-Year, theMulti-Year Scholarship and the Cultural Scholarship.The applicants must initially apply through localRotary Clubs. Not all Rotary clubs will offerscholarships every year, nor will all types ofscholarships necessarily be available in a given year.Interested individuals should contact their localRotary club to obtain application forms and inquireabout the availability of scholarship types.Contact: The Rotary Foundation of RotaryInternational, One Rotary Center, 1560 ShermanAvenue, Evanston, Illinois 60201 USA

Rotary Foundation ScholarshipsDeadline: June 1Terms of reference: Undergraduate scholarships, thenewest educational activity of the Rotary Foundation,are awarded to outstanding young men and womenfor one academic year of undergraduate studyabroad. A candidate for a scholarship must be:unmarried; between the ages of 18 and 24 inclusiveas of March 1st in the competition year; and havecompleted two years of undergraduate university-level work, but not have attained the bachelor’sdegree or equivalent at the time the student beginsthe scholarship year. The student must b a citizen ofthe country of residency and where the sponsoringRotary Club is located. In this and all other programsof the Rotay Foundation, a Rotarian, a dependent ofa Rotarian, a child, stepchild, grandchild, brother orsister of a Rotarian, or any spouse thereof, isineligible for an award.Contact: Application for an UndergraduateScholarship must be made through a Rotary Club inthe district in which the applicant's permanentresidence is located, or in the district in which islocated the school at which he is studying at the timeof his application. The sponsoring Rotary Club willprovide the necessary application forms andexplanatory literature.

Nancy Ryckman ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Scholarships totalling $15,000are awarded to students who have completed atleast one year at a University or college and whoattend school in the East Kootenays for three years,of which two years must have been immediately priorto entrance to the University or College.Consideration is given to character, intellectualpromise and need.Contact: Award # 00544: Apply at University of

British Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036-1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1 Tel:(604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

The Paul Sargent Memorial LinguisticsScholarship ProgramDeadline: January 6Terms of reference: This program, which isadministered by the Association of Universities andColleges of Canada, has been established to recruitstudents enrolled in a Master’s Program specializingin the translation of an Oriental language who arewilling to work at the Department of National Defencein Ottawa.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding toCanadian Awards Program, International andCanadian Programs Branch, Association ofUniversities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC), 600-350 Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1, Tel:(613) 563-1236 Fax: (613) 563-9745 Web:www.aucc.ca

Saturn “Commitment to Excellence” AwardDeadline: October 15Terms of reference: Saturn Canada would like torecognize an exceptional female student attending aburnaby-area university or college. Saturn’s“Commitment to Excellence” Award will honour onefemale student with significant accomplishments inone or more of the following areas: academic;business; arts; athletics’ or philanthropy/community.The winning student will recieve a $1500 scholarship.The student receiving this award pursues manygoals. She not only excels scholastically, but alsohas accomplishments extra-curricularly. Eachstudent must write a 250-500 work essay on theirsuccesses and contributions in one or more areas:academic; business; arts; athletics; or philanthropy/community.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding toDeborah Silver, Account Coordinator, OptimumPublic Relations, 931 Yonge Street, Toronto, OntarioM4W 2H2 Tel: (416) 922-3050

Don Smith Scholarship Fund (BCTV)Deadline: May 1Terms of reference: In recognition of Don Smith’slong-term contributions to the broadcasting industry,BCTV has established a trust fund in his name thatwill provide scholarships to a maximum of $2,500 peryear for up to four students enrolled in a recognizedbroadcast communications program, or a universityprogram with an emphasis on broadcast journalism,leading to a journalism degree. These scholarshipsare intended to encourage entrance to a career inbroadcasting to members of groups who arecurrently under-represented in the broadcastindustry. These groups are: First Nations peoples,persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.Eligibility requirements include: must be a member ofone of the under-represented groups and must have;gained acceptance into a recognized broadcastcommunications program or; have completed oneyear of post-secondary education, and have beenaccepted into a program leading to a journalismdegree. The applicant must also: be a permanentresident/citizen of British Columbia; carry a fullcourse workload; have a high level of commitment toa career in broadcasting; have demonstrated abilityto work well with others; have excellent written andverbal communication skills. Selection will be madeby a committee formed by BCTV, and will be basedon evidence of a balanced lifestyle, includingleadership ability and a record of community service.Academic achievement and financial need will alsobe considered. A letter of application, accompaniedby a resume, current scholastic record, and twopersonal letters of reference must be submitted.Contact: Scholarship Selection Committee, BCTV, ADivision of WIC Television Ltd. P.O. Box 4700,Vancouver, BC V6B 4A3

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Student Access Awards ProgramDeadline: June 1Terms of reference: This scholarship is to encourageCanadian students with disabilities to pursue auniversity or college education which will ultimatelyprepare them to become active members ofCanada’s labour force. The applicants can beenrolled at the undergraduate, graduate and diplomaprograms in any field of study. Each full-timescholarship is valued at $2,500 annually; part-timescholarships will be based on percentage of full-timecourse load.Contact: Application forms may be obtained from the:Canadian Awards Program, Awards Division,Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada(AUCC), 350 Albert St., Suite 600, Ottawa, OntarioK1R 1B1, Tel: (613) 563-1236, Fax: (613) 563-9745

Studentships in Northern StudiesDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: These scholarships are normallyvalued at $10,000 each, to support students enrolledin graduate, and undergraduate, degree programs,or other courses of study recognized at a CanadianUniversity. The educational programs of thesuccessful candidates will have special relevance toCanada’s northern territories and adjacent regions.Preference will be given to candidates who willengage in research culminating in a thesis or similardocument, and whose programs will involve directnorthern experience. Applicants in all subject areas,including interdisciplinary study, will be considered,but the applicability of the proposed inquiry tonorthern themes, problems or issues should bedomonstrated.Contact: For information and application material:Association of Canadian Universities for NorthernStudies (ACUNS), 17 York Street, Suite 405, Ottawa,Ontario K1N 9J6 Tel: (613) 562-0515 Fax: (613) 562-0533

SWANA ScholarshipDeadline: October 15Terms of reference: The BC Chapter of the SolidWaste Association of North America is offering anumber of $500 scholarships to encourage studentsstudying in disciplines related to solid wastemanagement and environmental protection.Recipients of the scholarships will be determined bya panel of SWANA members and will be chosen onthe basis of:• intended course of studies• academic performance• involvement in school and community activities• a brief written submission• referencesApplicants must be registered in a full course ofstudies in an environmental management or relatedprogram at a recognized post secondary institution inBritish Columbia. They must have completed theirfirst year of post-secondary studies. To beconsidered for one of these scholarships, theapplicant must submit a completed application form,transcript or copy of last year’s statement of marks,reference letter from a faculty member and proof ofregistration.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding toSWANA Scholarship c/o GVRD Solid WasteDeptartment, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 4G8Attention: Mike Stringer Tel: (604) 436-6810 Fax:(604) 436-6811

The Swedish Institute Guest ScholarshipDeadline: November 1Terms of reference: This scholarship is offered to aqualified Canadian researcher or scholar of any agewho wishes to spend an academic year on aresearch undertaking at a Swedish university or anindependent research facility. The competition for thescholarship is global. The value of the scholarship isapproximately. SEK 6700 per month. Applicantsshould submit preliminary personal background

information, particularly statements of purpose ofstudy/ research and language competence, as wellas a copy of letter of invitation from a SwedishUniversity department.Contact: Swedish Institute Scholarship Office, POBox 7434, S-10391, Stockholm, Sweden

Ted Trindell Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: January 8Terms of reference: Five Awards of $1,000 areawarded to Metis or non-status persons fromNorthwest Territories pursuing full-time post-secondary studies. Academic merit and financialneed will be considered.Contact: Chariman, Selection Committee, TedTrindell Scholarship Fund, Box 1375, Yellowknife,NWT X1A 2P1 Tel: (403) 873-3505

University College London ScholarshipsDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: The University College LondonScholarships are offered to students from overseas.All scholarships are competitive and depend uponacademic merit, and are tenable for the duration ofthe programme of study. To be eligible for any of thescholarships, applicants should: hold an offer ofadmission to a full-time program of study atUniversity College London, be self-financing andliable to pay tuition fees at the rate for overseasstudents. These scholarships are not available tostudents already on a degree programme, or tostudents intending to pursue their studies at aninstitution other than UCL. These scholarships areavailable to students interested in graduate andundergraduate studies.Contact: International Office, University CollegeLondon, Gower Street, London, England WCIE 6BTTel: +44 171 380 7708 Fax: +44 171 380 7380 E-mail: [email protected]

Vancouver Police Department ScholarshipsDeadline: July 31Terms of reference: To encourage and assist sonsand daughters of members of the Vancouver PoliceDepartment to attend the post secondary educationalinstitutes: University of British Columbia, SimonFraser University, BCIT or any regional college inBC. Criteria:• graduation from secondary school• enrollment in one of the post secondary Educational

institutes• preference may be given to candidates who have

not previously won a Vancouver Police DepartmentScholarship

• preference may be given to applicants entering oneof the above listed post secondary educationalInstitutes from secondary school

• applicants enrolled in post secondary educationalinstitutes other than one listed above may beconsidered

• in selecting the winners, academic standing ofapplicants will be; financial circumstances andservices to the community may be considered

• award winners will be required to provide proof ofregistration with one of the post secondaryeducational institutes

The letter of application should contain the followinginformation:• the applicant’s full name, address, postal code,

telephone number, place and date of birth• a list of secondary schools attended, along with

dates of attendance• parent’s name and details of service with the VPD.• transcript of marks from senior secondary school(s)

and post secondary educational institute(s)attended by applicant

• Other details which may assist the committee in itsselection

Note: there are six different scholarships offeredunder the Vancouver Police DepartmentScholarships, please ask information from theFinancial Assistance Department.Contact: Secretary, Vancouver Police Department

Scholarship Committee, 2120 Cambie Street,Vancouver, BC V5Z 4N6

Vancouver Mycological SocietyDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: The Vancouver MycologicalSociety would like to make available the sum of $400to a graduate student studying in the province of BCwhose field of study encompasses the macro fungi.Interested candidates must submit a one-pagesummary describing their research project; inaddition, the candidates must indicate willingness togive a presentation on their research to theVancouver Mycological Society at one of the regualrmeetings.Contact: Vancouver Mycological Society, 101–1001West Broadway, Box 181, Vancouver, BC V6H 4E4Tel: (604) 988-9390 or (604) 322-0074

Geraldo Donato Vertone ScholarshipDeadline: August 1Terms of reference: A scholarship in the name ofGerald Donato Vertone has been set up by theItalian Cultural Centre Society and is open to anystudent who is accepted to, or attends a postsecondary institution leading to a university degree.The scholarship is in the amount of $850. To qualify,applicants must:• be of Italian origin• attend, or be accepted at a aniversity or community

college leading to a university degree.• send an application letter detailing your reasons for

applying, along with one letter of reference.Contact: Italian Cultural Centre Society, GeraldoDonato Vertone Scholarship, 3075 Slocan Street,Vancouver, BC V5M 3E4

Bridget Walsh Scholarship for Single-Parent IrishWomenDeadline: October 15Terms of reference: The Bridget Walsh scholarshipwas created from the royalties of Sheelagh Conway’sbook The Faraway Hills are Green; Voices of IrishWomen in Canada published in October 1992 byWomen’s Press. In recognition of the twenty-two Irishwomen from across Canada whose stories are told inthis book, Sheelagh Conway has donated half of theroyalties to low-income, single-parent Irish women inCanada who wish to pursue their education atuniversity or college level. The scholarship will beawarded on the basis of academic merit or promiseas well as economic need. The value of thescholarship will vary from year to year depending onroyalties.Contact: Mary Broderick, Chairperson, Bridget WalshScholarship, 205 Mountainview Road North,Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4T8 Tel: (416) 873-0873

The Wood Scholarship Fund – The Women’sAssociation of the Mining Industry of Canada,TorontoDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: The Wood Scholarships shall beawarded for tuition fees and books at a duly qualifiedschool of mining in Canada in the amount of $6,000to scholars with financial need. The scholarship isavailable for undergraduate studies and can berenewed up to four years providing the scholarmaintains good academic standing and the needprevails.Contact: The Women’s Association of the MiningIndustry of Canada, Toronto, The Wood ScholarshipFund, PO Box 207 Postal Station “A”, Toronto,Ontario M5W 1B2 Website: www.geocities.com/CollegePark/Den/6536/indix.html

Xerox Aboriginal Scholarships ProgramDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: Awards of $3,000 are awardedto applicants who are of Canadian citizen andresident; status or non-status Indian, Metis or Inuit;full-time student at Canadian post-secondaryinstitution with significant content in informationtechnology. Applications must include a transcript,

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proof of admission to a recognized post-secondaryinstitution, two letters of reference and briefdescription of the applicant’s interest in informationtechnology.Contact: Contributions Administer, Corporate Affairs,Xerox Canada, 5650 Yonge Street, North York,Ontario M2M 4G7 Tel: (416) 733-6837 Fax: (416)733-6087

External scholarships for AppliedSciences studentsCCPE-ENCON ScholarshipDeadline: April 1Terms of reference: A CCPE-ENCON Endowment of$7,500 will be awarded to a professional engineerpursuing studies in the area of engineering failureinvestigation, risk management, and/or materialstesting. This area of engineering is concerned withanalyzing the causes of materials failure andpreventing accidents in the industrial, manufacturing,or construction sector. To be eligible, candidatesmust be registered as full members of one or more ofthe 12 provincial and territorial associations/ordrewhich regulate the profession of engineering inCanada.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:CCPE National Scholarship Program, CanadianCouncil of Professional Engineers, 401-116 AlbertStreet, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5G3 Tel: (613) 232-2474ext 246 Fax: (613) 230-5759E-Mail: [email protected]: http//www.ccpe.ca

CCPE-Manulife Financial National ScholarshipsDeadline: April 1Terms of reference: Three CCPE- Manulife FinancialScholarships valued at $10,000 each to providefinancial assistance to engineers returning touniversity for further study or research in anengineering field. Candidates must be accepted orregistered in a Faculty of Engineering. To be eligible,candidates must be registered as full members ofone or more of the 12 provincial and territorialassociations/ordre which regulate the profession ofengineering in Canada.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:CCPE National Scholarship Program, CanadianCouncil of Professional Engineers, 401-116 AlbertStreet, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5G3 Tel: (613) 232-2474ext 246 Fax: (613) 230-5759E-Mail: [email protected]: http//www.ccpe.ca

CCPE-Meloche Monnex ScholarshipDeadline: April 1Terms of reference: Two CCPE-Meloche MonnexScholarships of $7,500 each to support engineersreturning to university for further study or research ina field other than engineering. Candidates must beaccepted or registered in a faculty other thanengineering. The field of study chosen should favourthe acquisition of knowledge which enhancesperformance in the engineering profession. To beeligible, candidates must be registered as fullmembers of one or more of the 12 provincial andterritorial associations/ordre which regulate theprofession of engineering in Canada.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:CCPE National Scholarship Program, CanadianCouncil of Professional Engineers, 401-116 AlbertStreet, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5G3 Tel: (613) 232-2474ext 246 Fax: (613) 230-5759E-Mail: [email protected]: http//www.ccpe.ca

Engineering Students Project AwardDeadline: October 15Terms of reference: A $10,000 annual award will beoffered to a team of Canadian engineering students

who have undertaken a project with the mostpotential to attract students, particularly women, toengineering. This award of $10,000 will bedistributed as follows: 50% ($5,000) of the monieswill be awarded to the engineering students societyof the selected team’s school, with the remaining50% ($5,000) or the monies to be divided equallybetween the members of the winning student team.The award is open to both men and women toencourage them to work together. Submission of theproposal must meet the following criteria:• The project must meet the objective for which the

award was set up and must be in progress. Adetailed report of up to 10 double-spacedtypewritten pages describing the project must besubmitted.

• Letters of support from the principal of one of theschools participating in the project; from the deansand/or directors of the engineering school; andsponsors (where applicable) of the students’originator of the project must be submitted.

• Letter of approval must be received from thePresident on behalf of the executive committee ofthe engineering student society approving theproject submission and identifying the members ofthe team.

• Testimonials or other evidence demonstrating theimpact the designed project/program has had.Details of activities of the project must also beprovided.

Project criteria is as follows:• The project must be a team effort involving

engineering students supported by theirengineering students society.

• The project must be ongoing and have a highpotential for implementation across Canada in otherschools.

• The project must assist in leading young women toseriously investigate the possibility of choosingengineering as a career, exposing them to the widerange of possible careers in engineering.

• The project must influence young women tomaintain their studies in mathematics and sciences.

• The project must demonstrate results in innovation,outreach, success and sustained performance.

• The project must have completed one full cycle andbe in its next cycle.

Contact: Canadian Engineering MemorialFoundation, Suite 401-1116 Albert Street, Ottawa,Ontario K1P 5G3 Tel: (613) 232-2474

NRC-CNRC Women in Engineering and ScienceProgramDeadline: October 15Terms of Reference: The National Research Councilhas established a unique program designed toencourage greater particiaption of women in theunder-represented fields of engineering, science,and mathematics. Working with world-classresearchers in top facilities, successful candidates ofthe Women in Engineering and Science Program willundertake career-related work while receiving asalary. The basic criteria is as follows: must be awoman who is a citizen or permanent resident ofCanada; must have a high academic standing; mustbe currently attending a Canadian university orCEGEP; must be enrolled full-time in anundergraduate physics, science, engineering orundergraduate year of university or the second yearof pre-university CEGEP before September 1st of theyear application is made to WES.Contact: National Research Council Canada, HumanResource Branch, WES Coordinator, Ottawa, K1A0R6; Tel: (613) 993-9134; Fax: (613) 990-7669;email: [email protected];Website: http://www.nrc.ca/careers

SHL Systemhouse President's Awards forEducation and TechnologyDeadline: June 1Terms of Reference: The SHL SystemhousePresident's Awards for Education and Technology

was founded in 1997 to promote and encourageexcellence in technology, a commitment to learning,community service and leadership. The awards areopen to qualified computer science or engineeringstudents at selected Canadian post secondaryinstitutions in selected programs. Nominees must beentering their final year of an honors degree orcollege diploma program. Nominees must havemaintained an honors level (70 percent for colleges)average on a full academic workload in their previousyear of study. Applications are by nomination only.Three nominations from each institution are sent toAUCC. One winner from each institution will beselected.Contact: Canadian Awards Program, Internationaland Canadian Programs Branch, Association ofUniversities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC), 600350 Albert St., Ottawa, Ont. K1R 1B1; Tel: (613) 5631236; Fax: (613) 563-9745; Internet:http:www.aucc.ca

External scholarships for Arts studentsAssociation of Moving Image ArchivistsDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Three scholarships are availableof $3000 (us) each. The Mary Pickford Scholarship,Sony Pictures Scholarship and the CFI Sid SolowScholarship. These awards are designed to providefinancial assistance to students of merit who intendto pursue careers in the profession of miving imagearchiving. To be considered the applicant must beenrolled in a graduate-level or other advancedprogram in film or television studies or production,library or information services, archivaladministration, museum studies or a relateddiscipline; or must be accepted into such a programfor the next academic year. The applicant must havea GPA of 3.0 in his/her most recently completedacademic program. The applicant must submit anapplication form, an official transcript from the mostrecent academic program, an essay of no more than1000 words describing the applicant’s major field ofstudy, interest in moving image archiving, relevantexperience and/or education , and career goals. Twoletters of recommendation. Applicants need onlysubmit one application form and one set ofsupporting documents to be eligible for all threeawards; however, no applicant will be awarded morethan one scholarship.Contact: For applications and information contactAMIA, 4949 Wiltshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills,California 90211. Tel: (310) 550-1300 Fax: (310)550-1363 web: [email protected]

BC Cultural Fund Scholarships (Province of BC)Deadline: June 30Terms of reference: The Province of BC providesgrants/scholarships for performance in the followingdisciplines: drama, dance, music, visual arts andcrafts, creative writing and arts administration. Thesegrants are made for the purpose of improvingqualifications or skills. Applications are evaluated onthe basis of: performance and achievements of theindividual; financial need; nature and length ofproposed program of study. Preference will be givento applicants who have resided in BC for at leastthree years prior to application.Contact: Administrator, Grant Funds, BC CulturalFund, Ministry of Provincial Secretary andGovernment Services, Parliament Buildings, Victoria,BC V8V 1X4

BC Historical Federation ScholarshipDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: The British Columbia HistoricalFederation awards a $500 scholarship annually to astudent completing the third or fourth year at a BritishColumbia college or university. To apply for thescholarship, candidates must submit: 1) a letter ofapplication; 2) an essay of 1,500 – 2,000 words on atopic relating to the history of British Columbia. Theessay must be suitable for publication. The winning

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essay will be published in BC Historical News; 3)letters of recommendation from two professors.Contact: Frances Gundry, 255 Niagra Street,Victoria, BC V8V 1G4 Tel: (250) 387-3623

The Brucebo Fine Art summer ScholarshipDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: The ‘Brucebo’ has been a grantfixture among practicing fine arts persons – painters,sculpturers, photographers, etc. for over 20 years.The grant finances a two month studio stay atBrucebo on the island of Gotland, Sweden. Itincludes free use of the fully furnished studio cottage,a two month food stipend and a generous transportallowance. The grant must be used within the periodJune 10 – August 20. This grant is sponsored by theGotland Konstmuseum (Gotland Museum of FineArts).Contact: CSF Secretary, Dr. Jan O. Lundgren,Department of Geography, McGill University, 805Sherbrooke St. W., Montreal, Quebec H3A 2K6 Tel:(514) 398-4304 Fax: (514) 398-7437 E-mail:[email protected]

Burnaby Historical Society ScholarshipDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: This scholarship, given by Dr.and Mrs. Blythe Eagles in honour of EvelynSalisbury, is an annual award of approximately$1,000 to a undergraduate student who is enrolled ina majors program that specializes in Canadianhistory. Candidates must apply in writing, outliningtheir studies to date, provide an essay or an exampleof research done and including a current academictranscript and letters of recommendation from twoprofessors.Contact: For applications and information: TheBurnaby Historical Society, Scholarship Committee,6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5G 3T6 Tel:(604) 293-6500 Fax: (604) 293-6525

Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies /University of AlbertaDeadline: May 1Terms of reference: The Leo J. Krysa familyundergraduate scholarship is awarded annually to astudent in the Faculty of Arts or Education about toenter the final year of study in pursuit of anundergraduate degree. Applicants’ programs mustemphasize Ukrainian and/or Ukrainian-Canadianstudies, through a combination of Ukrainian and EastEuropean or Canadian courses in one of the abovedisciplines. The scholarship is for an eight-monthperiod of study at any Canadian university.Candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanentresidents of Canada at the time of application.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding toCanadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies, 352Athabasca Hall, University of Alberta, Edmonton,Alberta T6G 2E8

F.J. Connell Music Scholarship TrustDeadline: October 1Terms of reference: The F.J. Connell MusicScholarship Trust is a charitable organization whosesole purpose is to provide (in perpetuity) an annualscholarship to university music students; winners areeligible to reapply in a subsequent year.Value: Approximately $750Eligibility:• Undergraduate or graduate student at a recognized

university.• Full-time or part-time studies.• Successful completion of the equivalent of one year

of full-time studies in music.• Currently majoring in music (performance,

education, composition, history, etc.) and planninga professional career in music.

• Preference given to students who, throughacademic performance, extra-curricular activities,and community involvement, best illustrate thevalues which F.J. Connell taught through the gift of

music (cooperation, honesty, work ethic,responsibility, teamwork, dedication, commitment,patience, goal setting).

• Preference may be given to descendants of formermembers of the Moose Jaw Lion’s Band Tours(which occurred in the years 1964, 1970, 1974) andto descendants of former members of the MooseJaw Lion’s Band.

Application must include:• curriculum vitae.• essay (not more than 500 words) which indicates

your extra-curricular activities and communityinvolvement.

• one academic reference (sent directly from thereferee).

• one character reference (sent directly from thereferee).

• official transcript of grades (sent directly from theRegistrar).

Contact: F.J. Connell Music Scholarship Trust, 1187Simcoe Street, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan S6H 3J5Tel: (306) 694-2045

National Aboriginal Achievement ArtsScholarship ProgramDeadline: March 31 and September 30Terms of reference: The NAAF continues its supportof Aboriginal students, artists and cultural workers forbasic, intermediate, post-secondary education,advanced graduate degrees and professionaldevelopment initiatives in fields of study including,but not limited to the following: visual art, dance,media studies, graphic arts, creative writing, music,crafted arts, technical theatre, museum studies, filmand television production, computer animation,graduate studies in fine art, arts administration, radiobroadcasting. The applicants must be Canadianaboriginal peoples, status, non-status, Metis andInuit. The scholarship is based on financial need,academic merit and the applicant’s interest andcommitment to his or her education.Contact: The National Aboriginal AchievementFoundation, Suite 33A, 70 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto,Ontario M5R 1B9 Tel: (416) 926-0775 Fax: (416)926-7554, E-Mail: [email protected], Web: naaf.ca

New Brunswick Arts ScholarshipsDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: The arts scholarships programprovides awards to New Brunswick students and artsprofessionals who are pursuing full-time or short-term studies for the purpose of becoming an artsprofessional or pursuing a career as an artsprofessional. The program is designed to recognizeand encourage those who have already completedsome basic training and who have demonstratedexceptional potential and talent as artists. Theapplicant should intend to study creative writing,music, theatre, dance, film/video, visual arts/photography, or craft at a recognized institution orwith a recognized private instructor for the purpose ofpursuing a career as a professional artist or an artsprofessional.Contact: Arts Development Branch, Department ofEconomic Development, Tourism and Culture, POBox 6000, Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 5H1 Tel:(506) 453-2555

External scholarships for BusinessAdministration studentsEllen Bell YMCA Memorial ScholarshipDeadline: April 30Terms of reference: Ellen Bell will be remembered forthe boundless energy, intelligence, kindness andwillingness to commit herself to the betterment of thecommunity. The scholarship will be granted to anindividual who demonstrates the above qualities andwho is pursuing a career in marketing andadvertising. Applications must be in writing, giving fullparticulars together with the reason for applying (in500 words or less) along with letters of reference.

Contact: Ellen Bell YMCA Memorial ScholarshipCommittee, YMCA of Greater Vancouver -Endowment, #404-1045 Howe Street, Vancouver,BC V6Z 2A9

Celanese Canada Inc. (AUCC)Deadline: July 2Terms of reference: Two scholarships of $1500 willbe awarded to students entering their final year of aprogram leading to a Bachelor of Administration orCommerce. Candidates must be Canadian citizensor must have held permanent resident status for oneyear prior to submitting application. Candidates forthis award will be expected to have achieved a highlevel of academic excellence as well as to haveexhibited superior intellectual ability and judgement.Applications are by nomination only. The departmenthead in an eligible institution may nominate only onecandidate using the appropriate application form.The scholarship program is administered by theAssociation of Universities and Colleges of Canadaand selection is made by a committee of universityrepresentatives chosen by the AUCC.Contact: Further information and application formsare available from AUCC’s website www.aucc.ca or,directly from the: Canadian Awards Program,Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada(AUCC), 600-3500 Albert Street, Ottawa, OntarioK1R 1B1 Tel: (613) 563-1236 Fax: (613) 563-9745E-Mail: [email protected]

CGA Academic Excellence ScholarshipDeadline: April 30Terms of reference: The Certified GeneralAccountants Association of British Columbia ispleased to announce the introduction of a new $500scholarship which will be made available each yearto a student who has completed the first three yearsof the four year Bachelor of Business Administration(Accounting) program at Simon Fraser University.The main criteria for the CGA Academic ExcellenceScholarship will be an emphasis on academicexcellence in the student’s first three years ofstudies. Other criteria will be determined by thefaculty. To apply for this scholarship, please makeformal application to the Financial Aid Departmentwhere the application will be reviewed and arecommendation made to the Certified GeneralAccountants Association. The $500 scholarship willbe applied to tuition fees at Simon Fraser Universitywhen the recipient enrols in the final year of studies.Contact: Certified General Accountants Associationof British Columbia, 1555 West 8th Avenue,Vancouver, BC V6J 1T5, Tel: (604) 732-1211 Fax:(604) 732-9439, Student ServicesFax: (604) 732-1252

CGA Continuing Education Tuition ScholarshipDeadline: April 30Terms of reference: The Certified GeneralAccountants Association of BC annually offers two$750 CGA Continuing Education TuitionScholarships to graduates of the Bachelor ofBusiness Administration (accounting) program atSimon Fraser University. To apply for thesescholarships, please make formal application to theFinancial Aid department where the applications willbe reviewed and a recommendation made to theCertified General Accountants Association. The $750Scholarship will be applied to the first years’ tuitionon the CGA program. This scholarship is tenableonly with the Certified General AccountantsAssociation of British Columbia and will be in theform of credit towards CGA tuition fees for theacademic year following the award only. (The CGAacademic year runs from July 1 to June 30.)Contact: Certified General Accountants Associationof British Columbia, 1555 West 8th Avenue,Vancouver, BC V6J 1T5, Tel: (604) 732-1211 Fax:(604) 732-9439, Student ServicesFax: (604) 732-1252

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Government Finance Officers Association –Frank L. Greathouse Government AccountingScholarshipDeadline: February 12Terms of reference: This scholarship competition isfor senior students who are enrolled full-time in auniversity or college undergraduate accountingprogram in the United States or Canada. A senior isdefined as a student in the last full year of study priorto being eligible for a baccalaureate degree. One ormore scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded.Candidates should have a superior academic recordand show promise of completion of theirundergraduate program at a high level ofperformance. In addition, candidates should haveplans to pursue a career in state or local governmentor graduate studies in governmental accounting orpublic administration.Contact: For applications and additional information:Scholarship Committee, Government FinanceOfficers Association, 180 North Michigan Avenue,Suite 800, Chicago, Illinois 60601-7476,Tel: (312) 977-9700

Minorities in Government Finance ScholarshipDeadline: February 12Terms of reference: The GFOA’s Minorities inGovernment Finance Scholarship of $3,500 will beawarded to an upper division undergraduate studentof public administration, (governmental) accounting,finance, political science, economics, or businessadministration (with a specific focus on governmentor nonprofit management). The candidate mustbelong to one of the following groups: black, Indian,Eskimo or Aleut, Asian or Pacific Islander, Hispanic.Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the US orCanada. Recommendation by the student’sacademic advisor, department chair or dean isrequired.Contact: For applications and additional information:Scholarship Committee, Government FinanceOfficers Association, 180 North Michigan Avenue,Suite 800, Chicago, Illinois 60601-7476,Tel: (312) 977-9700

External scholarships for EducationstudentsCentral Okanagan Teachers Association – A.S.Matheson Education ScholarshipDeadline: May 8Terms of reference: A scholarship of $1,000 will beawarded annually to a son or daughter of a COTAmember who is presently enrolled at a post-secondary institute and is proceeding into the firstyear of a teacher education program.• The application must be accompanied with a letter

of acceptance to the Faculty of Education andteacher education program.

• The scholarship will be awarded by the COTAscholarship committee.

• In awarding the scholarship, the COTA scholarshipcommittee will consider student ability and potentialand accompanying letter or recommendation from afaculty member of an enrolled course in first year.

• A cheque for $1,000 will be forwarded to theinstitute at which the student is registered, uponreceipt of a letter from the registrar confirming thestudent’s registration. The successful applicant isrequired to take up the scholarship by no later thanSeptember 30th of the year following the year inwhich the scholarship was awarded. Should theapplicant wish to forego the scholarship, thecommittee will award it to the alternate.

• If, in the opinion of the COTA scholarshipcommittee, no candidate meets the requiredcriteria, the scholarship will not be awarded thatyear.

Contact: Central Okanagan Teachers Association,210-1751 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6G4Tel: (250) 860-3866 Fax: (250) 862-3024.

External scholarships for SciencestudentsAssociation of Professional BiologistsScholarshipDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: The scholarship may beawarded each year to a student, who is son ordaughter of a member in good standing of theassociation, and who is entering the third or fourthyear of a program leading to a degree in biology or aclosely related area as specified in the membershipguidelines. For a student who receives the award inthird year, the scholarship will be renewed for thefourth year on proof of successful completion of thirdyear. It is the intention of the association that thestudent will be planning on a career in some aspectof biology. There will be no more than twoscholarships funded each year.• The applicant shall complete an application form, as

well as enclosing a copy of her/his transcript, twoletters of reference, and an essay of approximately500 words in which the student discusses her/hiscareer goals and their importance to the science ofbiology.

• The scholarship shall have the value of $1,000each year, which be forwarded to the winner onproof of registration in the third or fourth year of anapproved biology program at an approved post-secondary institution. The student will also be givena one year honorary membership in the APB as astudent biologist in each year that they receive thescholarship.

Contact: Association of Professional Biologists, Suite205 733 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 Tel:(250) 383-3306 E-Mail: [email protected]

Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering –SNC LAVALIN Plant Design CompetitionDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: The Canadian Society forChemical Engineering offers the SNC LAVALINUndergraduate Plant Design Competition forstudents enrolled in undergraduate chemicalengineering programs at Canadian universities.Eligibility: Individuals and groups of undergraduatestudents registered in chemical engineeringprograms in Canadian universities during the 1996-97 academic year. Prize: The group of students withthe best design will receive the SNC LAVALIN Inc.Plant Design Award of $1,000. Each member of theteam receives a certificate and a two-yearsubscription of “The Canadian Journal of ChemicalEngineering”.Contact: Canadian Society for ChemicalEngineering, #550-130 Slater Street, Ottawa, OntarioK1P 6E2 Tel: (613) 232-6252 Fax: (613) 232-5862E-mail: [email protected] URL: http://fox.nstn.ca/~cic.adm/

Canadian Society for Chemical Engineers –Edmonton Chemical Engineering ScholarshipDeadline: April 30Terms of reference: The Canadian Society forChemical Engineering offers the Edmonton ChemicalEngineering Scholarship to undergraduate studentsin chemical engineering entering the second, third,fourth, or fifth (in a five year program) year of studiesat a Canadian university, for leadership qualities anddemonstrated contributions to the Canadian Societyfor Chemical Engineering via participation in studentchapters, and for above-average academicperformance. Applicants must be members of theCanadian Society for Chemical Engineering. Value:$1,000. Application: A letter of application should besubmitted to Diane Goltz, Program Manager. Theapplication should document contributions to theSociety, include a transcript of academicperformance and be supported by 2 letters ofreference.Contact: Canadian Society for Chemical Engineers,#550-130 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6E2

Tel: (613) 232-6252 Fax: (613) 232-5862 E-mail:[email protected] URL: http://fox.nstn.ca/~cic.adm/

Canadian Society for Chemical Engineers –Sarnia Chemical Engineering CommunityScholarshipDeadline: April 30Terms of reference: The Canadian Society forChemical Engineering offers the Sarnia ChemicalEngineering Community Scholarship toundergraduate students in chemical engineeringabout to enter the final year of studies at a Canadianuniversity, and will be made for academic excellenceand demonstrated contributions to the CanadianSociety for Chemical Engineering, such asparticipation in student chapters. Applicants must bemembers of the Canadian Society for ChemicalEngineering. Value: $1,000. Application: Applicationfor the award should be submitted to Diane Goltz,Program Manager. Applications should containevidence of academic standing, letters of referenceand evidence of contribution to the Society.Contact: Canadian Society for Chemical Engineers,#550-130 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6E2Tel: (613) 232-6252 Fax: (613) 232-5862 E-mail:[email protected] URL: http://fox.nstn.ca/~cic.adm/

Canadian Society for Chemistry’s Alfred BaderScholarshipsDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: The Canadian Society forChemistry offers the Alfred Bader Scholarship as amark of excellence for achievement in organicchemistry or biochemistry by undergraduate studentscompleting their final year of study in an honoursprogram. Eligibility: Nominees must be studentchapter members of the CSC and be continuing in agraduate program in chemistry or biochemistry at aCanadian university. Up to three scholarships arepresented annually by the CSC, unless theCommittee feels that no suitable nominees exist in agiven year. Application: Nominations should besubmitted to Diane Goltz, Program Manager,Awards, Canadian Society for chemistry. They shallinclude: a copy of the honours research projectreport; a statement from the research supervisordescribing the student’s contribution at the academicand extracurricular levels, two letters of reference;and an offical transcript of the student’s academicrecord, all in quadruplicate. The nominees chosenwill be notified in July.Award: The funds to endow this award, in theamount of $1,000 for each scholarship, have beenprovided by Alfred Bader.Contact: Canadian Society for Chemistry, #550-130Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6E2Tel: (613) 232-6252 Fax: (613) 232-5862E-mail: [email protected] URL: http://fox.nstn.ca/~cic.adm/

JDS FITEL Inc., (AUCC)Deadline: July 2Terms of reference: The awards granted under thisprogram will contribute to the development ofentrepreneurs and high achievers who are the futurebuilders of this country. JDS FITEL is an Ottawa-based Canadian high-technology company thatmanufactures and distributes a wide renge offiberoptic components, instruments, and installationproducts for the fiberoptic communications market.This program offers up to 22 scholarships, 11 at theundergraduate level and 11 at the graduate level.Undergraduate students will receive $3,000, andgraduate students will receive $5,000. Students mustbe enrolled in a physics or engineering physicsprogram in a recognized Canadian degree-grantinginstitution. They must ordinarily be resident inCanada other than for the purpose of attending aneducational institution. Each institution may nominateup to two candidates at any level. The nominationform attached to the application must be completed

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by the institution on behalf of the candidate meetingthe award criteria. All pertaining documents (officialtranscript of marks, letters of reference) along withthe nomination and application forms must arrive atthe AUCC by July 2.Contact: Application forms and further informationfrom the Canadian Awards Program, AUCC, 600-350Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1 Tel: (613)563-1236 Fax: (613) 563-9745 E-mail:[email protected] Web: www.aucc.ca

NRC-CNRC Women in Engineering and ScienceProgramDeadline: April 15Terms of Reference: The National Research Councilhas established a unique program designed toencourage greater particiaption of women in theunder-represented fields of engineering, science,and mathematics. Working with world-classresearchers in top facilities, successful candidates ofthe Women in Engineering and Science Program willundertake career-related work while receiving asalary. The basic criteria is as follows: must be awoman who is a citizen or permanent resident ofCanada; must have a high academic standing; mustbe currently attending a Canadian university orCEGEP; must be enrolled full-time in anundergraduate physics, science, engineering orundergraduate year of university or the second yearof pre-university CEGEP before September 1st of theyear application is made to WES.Contact: National Research Council Canada, HumanResource Branch, WES Coordinator, Ottawa, K1A0R6; Tel: (613) 993-9134; Fax: (613) 990-7669;email: [email protected];Website: http://www.nrc.ca/careers

Port Moody Ecological Society ScholarshipDeadline: March 8Terms of reference: An award of $500 is offered to aSchool District #43 student currently engaged in anenvironmental studies discipline at a post secondaryinstitution.Eligibility: You must be a School District #43 studentwho is enrolled at a post secondary institution andwho has completed at least one year towardsaccreditation in an environmental studies discipline.Qualifications: you must have:• a strong ongoing volunteer record with

environmental service groups• a good academic record• career goals which reflect a commitment to the

environment• financial needApplication Procedure:• complete the application form• submit a personal statement (type, not to exceed

500 words) outlining a) volunteer experience and itsbenefits to you; b) career plans; and c) financialneed

• provide copies of your high school and postsecondary institution transcripts

• include your resume (not to exceed two pages)• include two letters of reference regarding your

qualifications. One letter should be from someonefamiliar with your academic strengths; the otherfrom an executive member of an environmentalservice group

Contact: Port Moody Ecological Society, 300 IocoRoad, Port Moody, BC V3H 2V7 Phone/Fax: (604)469-9106.

Externally administered bursariesThe following bursaries are not administered bySimon Fraser University. The information is intendedfor general reference only; it may be subject tochange. The student is responsible for enquiring andapplying through the appropriate agency as indicatedin the description.

External bursaries for all studentsArctic Cooperatives BursaryDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: Arctic Co–operatives Ltd., theNWT Cooperative Business Development Fund, andthe Canadian Northern Studies Trust offer a bursary,normally valued at up to $2,000 to support a studentwhose studies will contribute to the understandingand development of co-operatives in the NorthwestTerritories. The award may be held concurrently witha special bursary for Northern residents. Applicantswho are not northern residents must be full-timestudents at a recognized Canadian communitycollege, or a Canadian university. In making theselection for the award, preference will be given tonorthern residents.Contact: For information and application material :Association of Canadian Universities for NorthernStudies (ACUNS), 17 York Street, Suite 405, Ottawa,Ontario K1N 9J6 Tel: (613) 562–0515Fax: (613) 562–0533

B.C. Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs – FirstCitizen’s FundDeadline: May 31Terms of reference: Bursaries in the amounts of$700-$2,000 per year (depending on other fundingsources). Applicants must be persons of NorthAmerican aboriginal ancestry and have beenresident in BC for at least the previous six months.Applicants must be recommended by a band councilor an Aboriginal organization (like the UNN), beenrolled in at least a two year program and maintainat least a C+ average. Out of province assistance willbe given consideration providing the academiccourses or equivalent are not offered in BC or thecourses are offered, but all BC facilities are filled.Applications will be considered for each academicyear required to attain a degree including additionalacademic years to attain a master’s degree of thesame discipline. In the event a student changesprograms, the first academic year in the newprogram will not be eligible; however, the second andsubsequent terms may be considered. Applicationsmust include an application form; self written letter onfamily background, tribal ancestry and work history;supporting letter from your band, recognized FirstNations organization, home school coordinator orschool counsellor; any additional informationpertaining to the application should be included on aseparate page.Contact: Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs, Manager, FirstCitizens’ Fund, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, BCV8V 1X4

BC Government and Service Employees UnionDeadline: February 28Terms of reference: Ten $1,000 scholarships areavailable each year to students who are BCGEUmembers or relatives of members of staff. Applicantsmust be registered full time in a post secondaryprogram at a BC education institution with asatisfactory academic record.Contact: 4911 Canada Way, Burnaby BC V5G 3W3,Tel: (604) 291-9611 Fax: (604) 291-6030

BC Indian Arts and Welfare Society MemorialBursaryDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: A bursary of $150 will beawarded annually by the BC Indian Arts and WelfareSociety in memory of those Indian Canadians whogave their lives in either World War. Native Indianapplicants must be from the Province of BC andmust be planning to enter one of the establisheduniversities or colleges in BC, or a recognizedtechnical school or other training centre. The awardwill be made by the executive committee of the BCIndian Arts and Welfare Society. If no application isreceived from a student entering first year university,then the bursary may be awarded to a studentenrolled in any of the senior years.

Contact: The Honourable Secretary, BC Indian ArtsSociety, 212–701 Esquimalt Road, Victoria, BCV9A 3L5

Cal Callahan Memorial BursaryDeadline: September 30Terms of reference: A bursary, or bursaries, notexceeding six thousand dollars ($6,000) in total, willbe awarded by the Pipe Line Contractors Associationof Canada to a son, daughter, or legal ward ofpersons who derive their principle income frompipeline construction. To qualify, the parent orguardian of the applicant must be employed by orhave a history of employment with an associationmember firm. The applicant must be enrolled in firstyear studies at any recognized Canadian universityor college in a program leading to a degree orcertificate in any field. Applications may be obtainedfrom and submitted to the association office at anytime but must be supported by transcripts of highschool record, evidence of university or collegeenrollment, and proof of payment, by not later thanSeptember 30th.Contact: Pipeline Contractors Association of Canada,Suite 720 – 5915 Airport Road, Mississauga, OntarioL4V 1T1 Tel: (905) 673-0544 Fax: (905) 673-0546

Canadian Federation of University Women ofSouth DeltaDeadline: May 31Terms of reference: Bursaries are available forwomen who wish to enroll in, return to, or continue tostudy in a college or university. Applicants must beresidents of South Delta (Tsawwassen/Ladner).Contact: CFUW of South Delta, c/o Joan Lundell,1016 Pacific Drive, South Delta, BC V4M 2K4 Tel:(604) 943-7581.

Canadian National Educational AwardsDeadline: October 1Terms of reference: Five bursaries valued at $2,000each are available to Native Indian students whomeet the following requirements: be in need offinancial assistance; demonstrate serious interest ina career in transportation; provide proof ofacceptance into an eligible post-secondaryinstitution; maintain full-time registration statusleading to a degree; maintain satisfactory academicstanding.Contact: CN Native Awards Program, PO Box 8100,Montreal, Quebec H3C 3N4

Caribou Research BursaryDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: The Beverly and QamanirjuaqCaribou Management Scholarship Fund providesawards of up to $3,000 to full-time students enrolledin a recognized canadian community college oruniversity pursuing studies that will contribute to theunderstanding of barren ground caribou (and itshabitat) in Canada. Preference will be given toindividuals who are normally resident in one of thecaribou-using communities on the range of theBeverly or Qamanirjuaq caribou. These awards maybe held concurrently with a special bursary forNorthern residents.Contact: For information and application material :Association of Canadian Universities for NorthernStudies (ACUNS), 17 York Street, Suite 405, Ottawa,Ontario K1N 9J6 Tel: (613) 562-0515Fax: (613) 562-0533

Hugh Christie Memorial Bursary – YMCADeadline: November 1Terms of reference: A $500 bursary is available to astudent who is pursuing a career in corrections,international development, social work or YMCA,YWCA. The student must be full-time and takingcourses in any of the following fields of study:physical education, recreation, social work,criminology or any directly related course work.Applications must be in writing, giving full particularstogether with the reason for applying (in 500 words orless) along with letters of reference.

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Contact: Hugh Christie Memorial Bursary Committee,YMCA of Greater Vancouver Endowment, #404 –1045 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2A9

The Credit Union – Forest Renewal BC BursaryProgramDeadline: April 30Terms of reference: The Credit Union – ForestRenewal BC Bursary Program is open to:• graduating grade 12 students attending high

schools, regional correspondence schools, or bandschools in BC

• first and second year students attending postsecondary institutions in BC

Application may be by:• printing the application form from Forest Renewal

BC’s web page and faxing it to Forest Renewal BCCommunications, 387–3334,http://www.forestrenewal.bc.ca/forestrenewal/

• on an application form available from credit unionbranches and Forest Renewal BC regional officesacross the province (students who apply throughthe credit union or Forest Renewal BC officesshould deposit the completed form at one of thoseoffices). Applications for bursaries must include thiscompleted application form and a typed documentof no more than 500 words explaining how yourideas or proposed course of study will supportsustainable forest development and ForestRenewal BC goals.

Contact: Frederica Bowden, Forest Renewal BC,Bursary Program Administration,Tel: (250) 477-0256 Fax: (250) 477-0356Web: http://www.forestrenewal.bc.caE–mail: [email protected]

Hamilton Community FoundationDeadline: October 1, February 1 and June 1Terms of reference: Hamilton Community Foundationprovides modest financial assistance from variousbursary funds established by generous citizens topost-secondary students who: can demonstrateserious financial need; have graduated from publicly-funded secondary schools in the Hamilton Wentwortharea, having completed the requirements for theOntario secondary school diploma (grade 12 or 13);are registered/in attendance at an approved collegeor university in Canada or, for specialized programs,in the USA; are enrolled in full-time undergraduatestudies. In special circumstances, part-time or post-graduate studies may be considered.Contact: Hamilton Community Foundation, 2 KingStreet West, Plaza Level, Hamilton, Ontario L8P 1A1Tel: (905) 523-5600 Fax: (905) 523-0741

James M. Harrison BursaryDeadline: June 1Terms of reference: The objective of this bursary is toassist a student from the Northwest Territories toobtain an education in the natural sciences to beapplied to future work in the Northwest Territories.Selection is based upon future aspirations of theapplicant for a career within the NorthwestTerritories, academic record and financial need.Applicants must be entering a) graduate school orb)fourth year, or c) third year of undergraduatestudies as a full-time student in the natural sciencesat a Canadian university or college or the Universityof Alaska. Applicants must also have been residentin the Northwest Territories for at least five years. Abursary of $3,000 will be awarded for the year 1997/98.Contact: Executive Director, Science Institute of theNorthwest Territories, Box 1617, Yellowknife, NWTX1A 2P2

The Lisa Huus Memorial Fund BursaryDeadline: May 31Terms of reference: A bursary in the amount of noless the $1,500 will be awarded annually to assist aseverely disabled student to undertake or continuehis/her post-secondary education at the University ofVictoria.

Contact: Mrs. Annie Huus, The Lisa Huus MemorialFund Committee, Development and CommitteeRelations, Queen Alexandra Foundation for Children,2400 Arbutus Road, Victoria BC V8N 1V7

Indian/Inuit Professional Health Careers ProgramDeadline: August 31Terms of reference: Bursaries are available to assiststudents of Indian/Inuit ancestry who wish to pursueeducational opportunities leading to professionalhealth careers. Bursaries awarded by the Indian andInuit Health Careers Program are based on studentneed. Reasonable financial assistance is providedfor living expenses (including those of dependents),tuition, books and laboratory charges, etc. Allapplicants will be notified no later than July.Applicants must not receive funding under any othergovernment program awarded for the same purpose,for example, Post Secondary Support Program ofIndian and Northern Affairs Canada.Contact: Information and application forms forscholarships and bursaries are available from:National Coordinator, Indian/Inuit Health CareersProgram, Medical Services Branch, Health Canada,11th Floor – P.L. 1911C, Jean-Mance Building,Tunney’s Pasture, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0L3

Insurance Institute of B.C. BursaryDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: Valued at $1500 this bursary isoffered annually to students entering third year in thefaculty of risk management who completedsecondary schooling within British Columbia. It isbased on academic standing and financial need. It isavailable to students transferring into the Faculty ofManagement from a post-secondary institution ofBC.Contact: University of Calgary, Students AwardOffice, 124 MacKimmie Library Block, 2500University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4Tel: (403) 220-6925

The Leonard Foundation Financial AssistanceProgramDeadline: March 15Terms of reference: This award supports students inan undergraduate degree program in Canada if theinstitution accepts the student, regardless of age orany other prerequisite. The main criterion is basedon financial need. All applicants will be consideredbut preference will be given to sons and daughters ofclergy, teachers, military, personnel, graduates ofRoyal Military College, members of the EngineeringInstitute of Canada and members of the Mining andMetallurgical Institute of Canada.The amount of theaward may vary depending on the applicant’sfinancial assistance, but on average, it will be in theamount of $1,250 and approximately 140 will bemade annually across Canada.Contact: For information: Silvio Sauro, HonourarySecretary, The Leonard Foundation, 20 EnglingtonAvenue West, Seventh Floor, Toronto, Ontario M4R2E2 Fax: (416) 361-8711E-Mail: [email protected] applications: www.leonardfnd.org

Ministry of Education – Official LanguageProgramsDeadline: February 15, June 16Terms of reference: A number of official languageprograms are available to residents of BritishColumbia. Funded by the federal Secretary of Stateand administered by the provincial Ministry ofEducation, the following programs are currentlyavailable:• summer Language Bursary Program – deadline

mid-February• Official-Language Study Fellowships – deadline

June 16• Minority Interprovincial Travel Bursaries – deadline

June 16• Official Language Monitor Program – deadline mid-

February

• British Columbia/Quebec Six-Month BilingualExchange Program

• apply through participating schools• French Teachers’ Bursary ProgramContact: Provincial Coordinator Federal Programs,French Programs Branch, Ministry of Education,Parliament Buildings, Victoria, BC V8V 1X4Tel: (250) 256-2516 Fax: (250) 387-1470

Ministry of Health – Native Health BursaryDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: Applicants must have lived in BCor the Yukon for at least the last year beforeapplying. The program must be a recognized Nativehealth program. You must have a letter of referencefrom a band council, friendship centre or otherrecognized Aboriginal organization. Value of awarddetermined by financial need.Contact: Ministry of Health, Human Resources Office– North, 4th Floor, 1600 Third Avenue, PrinceGeorge, BC V2L 3G6 Tel: (250) 565-7259

Bill and Elsie More Indian BursaryDeadline: October 1Terms of reference: Bursaries are available to assistFirst Nations students attending any university orcollege in BC. Amount of bursary is based on need.Bursary amount is $1,000 and may be dividedbetween more than one student.Contact: Applications and information to: The Bill andElsie More First Nations Bursary Fund, Attention: Dr.Art More, c/o Department of Educational Psychology,University of BC, 2125 Min Mall, Vancouver, BCV6T 1Z4

Bursary for Northern ResidentsDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: These awards, valued up to$5,000 each, allow persons who are northernresidents to engage in an educational experience ata degree granting institution in Canada. Theobjective of this award is to permit Northerners toundertake studies in a field of interest that will furthertheir careers in the north or assist their localcommunities. It is expected that this educationalexperience will be flexible and outside of normaluniversity programs. The program of studies can beflexible, and may not necessarily lead to thecompletion of a degree or diploma. It is desirable thatthe student have a sponsor at the institution oflearning, and a mutually satisfactory program ofstudies is agreed upon.Contact: For information and application materialcontact: Association of Canadian Universities forNorthern Studies (ACUNS), 17 York Street, Suite405, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9J6 Tel: (613) 562-0515Fax: (613) 562-0533

Pacific Coast Fishermen’s Mutual MarineInsurance CompanyDeadline: September 1Terms of reference: Bursaries of $600 are availableto sons, daughters and legal wards of past or presentmembers (or persons to whom a past or presentmember stood in Loco Parentis) of Pacific CoastFishermen’s Mutual Marine Insurance Company.Applicants must be enrolled full time at a post-secondary educational institution.Contact: Forms may be obtained from the company:Pacific Coast Fisherman’s Mutual Marine InsuranceCompany, #220 – 4259 Canada Way, Burnaby, BCV5G 1H1 Tel: (604) 438-4240

Peterhouse – Cambridge Friends of PeterhouseBursaryDeadline: October 15Terms of reference: Peterhouse offers a bursary to awell qualified graduate student from overseas who isnot already a resident member of the college andwho wishes to read for an undergraduate degree asan affiliated student of to pursue a one or two yeartaught course as a registered graduate student. Thebursary is intended to assist towards the cost ofstudy at Cambridge. Candidates should be under 25

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years of age on December 1. Candidates must begraduates of a university in the United Kingdom orelsewhere; if not graduates they should havegraduated by August. They must intend to becandidates for a degree in the University ofCambridge. Tenure of the bursary is subject to thecondition that the elected student be admitted for aplace, if an affiliated student, at Peterhouse; ifintending to read for a graduate degree byPeterhouse and by the Board of Graduate Studies ofthe Univerisity of Cambridge.Contact: Application forms may be obtained from theSenior Tutor, Peterhouse, Cambridge, CB2 1RD,England

Piolat Foundation BursaryDeadline: September 30Terms of reference: To encourage the use of Frenchin the province, an award for studies in fine arts tostudent applicants who:• use French as a means of communication, whether

natively or after studying the language;• are pursuing training in any of the fine artsThey would like to receive from any suitablecandidate a dossier containing:• a letter in French outlining educational objectives

and explaining the extent to which the use ofFrench is a part of the candidate’s personal andprofessional life;

• copies of relevant academic documents;• an indication of artistic accomplishments, with two

letters of reference.The award, generally $500, will be announced to therecipient by the end of October.Contact: M. Walter Herring, Secretaire des Boursesd’etudes, La Foundation Andre Piolat, 1575 Avenue7ieme ouest, Vancouver, BC V6J 1S1

The Pisapio BursariesDeadline: September 25Terms of reference: Bursaries in the amount of $500are available each year. The number and the valueof each award may be changed from time to time atthe discretion of the trustees. Applicants must meetthe following criteria:• applicant must be accepted for admission to a

university.• applicant must be a full-time student working toward

an undergraduate degree or graduate degree fromthe university.

• the applicant must have completed a minimum firstyear of university studies.

• the awards will be given: first to eligible applicantswho are residents of the City of Nelson; second, toeligible applicants who are residents of an areawithin a 50 mile radius of the City of Nelson; andthird, to eligible applicants who live in the East orWest Kootenay regions.

Contact: The Pisapio Scholarship Trust, 421 BakerStreet, Nelson, BC V1L 4H7

Province of BC International Year of PhysicallyChallenged Persons BursariesDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: In recognition of the InternationalYear of Physically Challenged Persons, thesebursaries were created to financially assist studentswith disabilities and will be awarded on merit and thebasis of financial need. Several annual bursaries of$500 each are available. Applicants must beresidents of BC, Canadian citizens or LandedImmigrants.Contact: For further information please contact:Grant Co-ordinator, BC Paraplegic Foundation, 780SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6P 5Y7

The Public Trustee Educational Assistance FundDeadline: April 15Terms of reference: Public Trustee EducationalAssistance Fund bursaries are awarded annually inconjunction with the Ministry for Children andFamilies from a limited fund to high school graduateswho are over 19 years old and pursuing a post-

secondary academic, technical or vocationalprogram. These bursaries are only available toformer permanent wards of the Ministry of SocialServices and those formerly in continuing custody ofthe Ministry for Children and Families of the Provinceof British Columbia. These bursaries assist recipientsto further their academic or vocational goals bysupplementing existing funding to cover shortfallswhich otherwise might cause the individual toterminate their studies prematurely. Applicants musthave other sources of funds.Contact: To receive a current Application Form andfull details, contact the Personal Trust Officer, PublicTrustee of British Columbia, 700 – 808 WestHastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 3L3Tel: (604) 660-4077 Fax: (604) 660-0964

Quota International District 11 Speech andHearing BursaryDeadline: April 30Terms of reference: This bursary is in the amount of$1,000 and is available to:• assist a person with communication disorder to

receive instruction or• a teacher who is willing to undertake the instruction

of children with communication disorders or• assist a person to undertake professional training

for work in the field of communication disorders.Documents required include a photocopy of theapplicant’s transcript of grades, two letters ofreference from teachers or other persons who haveknowledge of the applicant, attesting to previousachievements and character, and a briefautobiography including academic andextracurricular achievements and plans for futureinvolvement in the fields of hearing and speech orcommunication disorders, or with the deafcommunity.Contact: District 11 Bursary, Quota International, 220Manor Park Road, Penticton, BC V2A 2R2

Rixon Rafter Bursary FundDeadline: September 30Terms of reference: This fund was established inhonor of the late Rixon Rafter, a graduate of theOntario School for the Blind (now the W. RossMacDonald School) in Brantford, Ontario. Mr. Rafterbecame a successful newspaper publisher. Interestfrom the fund provides assistance to needy,registered blind students involved in academic oreducational pursuits. The Rixon Rafter BursaryGrants will make available financial awards of from$300 to $500 to legally blind Canadians pursuingpost-secondary studies with strong careeraspirations. Because a limited number of awards areavailable each year, grants will be made based onthe following criteria: financial need and career goals.Contact: Chairman, Rixon Rafter Bursary Committee,The W. Ross MacDonald School, Branford, OntarioN3T 3J9

Retail Wholesale Union Local 580 BursariesDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: One bursary of $500 and asecond of $250 are offered to active members, orsons, daughters and legal wards of active membersof the union in good standing. They are offered tostudents who are proceeding from grade 12 tostudies at the University of British Columbia, theUniversity of Victoria, BCIT, or Simon FraserUniversity, or to a college in a full program leading toa degree or equivalent in any field. Candidates mustheve satisfactory academic standing (normally anoverall average of at least 65% in Grade 12)however, winners are selected on the basis offinancial need.Contact: Award # 07672 : Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036 – 1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1Tel: (604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Retail Wholesale Union Local 580 – Stan ColbertBursaryDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: A bursary of $500 is offered toactive members, or sons, daughters and legal wardsof active members of the union in good standing. It isoffered to a student who is proceeding from grade 12to studies at the University of British Columbia, theUniversity of Victoria, BCIT, or Simon fraserUniversity, or to a college in a full program leading toa degree or equivalent in any field. Candidates musthave satisfactory academic standing (normally anaverage of at least 65% in grade 12) however,winners are selected on the basis of financial need.Contact: Award # 07939 : Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036 – 1874 East Mall, Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z1Tel: (604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

Hal Rogers Endowment FundDeadline: February 1Terms of reference: The Hal Rogers EndowmentFund was established by Kinsmen & Kinette Clubs ofCanada as a legacy to their founder Harold AllinRogers (1899-1994). The fund was established topromote, encourage and sponsor educationalprograms and activities by providing assistance toapplicants in their quest for higher learning at arecognized post secondary institution. To be eligibleyou must:• be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant,• plan to register as a full-time student in September

at a recognized university, community college,technical institue or other post secondary institutionfor advanced learning,

• submit the application for endorsement to one of aKinsmen, Kinette, or Kin club nearest yourpermanent residence,

• demonstrate high ideals and qualities of citizenship,• not have previously received a bursary from the Hal

Rogers Endowment Fund.Contact: The Hal Rogers Endowment Fund, c/oKinsmen & Kinette Clubs of Canada, 1920 HalRogers Drive, P.O. Box KIN, Cambridge, OntarioN3H 5C6 Tel: (800) 742-5546 Fax: (519) 650-1091Web: www.kinclubs.ca

Royal Canadian Legion (Pacific Command)BursariesDeadline: May 1Terms of reference: A number of awards are offeredannually for students proceeding from high school touniversity and to students taking a full course load(12 hours or more) in second , third, and fourth yearuniversity. They are awarded on the basis ofacademic standing, financial need, and participationand achievement in school and community affairs.Preference is given to sons and daughters ofdeceased, physically challenged, or other veterans.Contact: Secretary, Ladies Auxiliary, Royal CanadianLegion, 1825 Comox Avenue, Comox, BC V9M 3M3

Royal Canadian Legion Pacific CommandBursary ProgramDeadline: May 1Terms of reference: These bursaries range from$900-$1,500 and are awarded on the basis of thefamily’s financial need. The awards are always basedon full-time attendance with full course loads.Although other applications are considered,preference is given to the children and grandchildrenof deceased, disabled or other veterans.Contact: Secretary, Ladies Auxiliary, Royal CanadianLegion, 1825 Comox Avenue, Comox, BC V9M 3M3

R.B. Shaw BursariesDeadline: September 25Terms of Reference: Bursaries in the amount of $500are available each year. The number and the valueof each award may be changed from time to time atthe discretion of the Trustees. Applicants must meetthe following criteria:

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• applicant must be accepted for admission to auniversity.

• applicant must be a full-time student working towardan undergraduate degree or graduate degree fromthe university.

• the applicant must have completed a minimum firstyear of university studies.

• the awards will be given: first to eligible applicantswho are residents of the City of Nelson; second, toeligible applicants who are residents of an areawithin a 50 mile radius of City of Nelson; and third,to eligible applicants who live in the East or WestKootenay regions.

Contact: The Pisapio Scholarship Trust, 421 BakerStreet, Nelson, BC V1L 4H7

Judge Brian Stevenson Bursary FundDeadline: September 30Terms of reference: The intent of the fund is to assistblind youth in continuing their post secondaryeducation. Judge Stevenson served as internationalpresident of the International Association of LionsClubs in 1987-1988. This bursary will make availablefinancial grants of from $300 to $500 to legally blindCanadians pursuing post secondary studies withstrong career aspirations. Because a limited numberof awards are available it is desired to have an evendistribution of awards across the country whether byprovince or region. As well, grants will be madebased on the following criteria: financial need andcareer goals.Contact: Judge Brian Stevenson Bursary Committee,The W. Ross MacDonald School, Brantford, OntarioN3T 3J9

Surrey/White Rock University Women’s ClubBursary FoundationDeadline: September 2Terms of reference: The Surrey/White RockUniversity Women’s Club Bursary Foundation offersbursaries for women who are either:• Entering the third year or higher of a degree

program at a recognized university and who havegraduated from a secondary school in Surrey orWhite Rock (School District 36); or

• A mature student entering the third year or higher ofa degree program at a recognized university whohas been a resident in the Surrey/White Rock areafor the immediately preceding five years.

Contact: Surrey White Rock Bursary Foundation, Box75143, White Rock, BC V4A 9M4

University Women’s Club of the Comox ValleyBursaryDeadline: July 1Terms of reference: A $500 bursary is offered to afemale graduate of a Comox Valley high schoolprogram who has completed at least one year ofstudy in an accredited course at a Canadianuniversity or college.Contact: University Women’s Club of the ComoxValley, Box 296, Union Bay, BC V0R 3B0

White Rock University Women’s Club BursaryDeadline: September 30Terms of reference: Bursaries are available to femalestudents who are entering their third year of a degreeprogram. Applicants must have graduated fromSchool District #36 senior secondary schools anddemonstrate financial need.Contact: Mrs. J.L. Scobie, 6595 Cabeldu Crescent,Delta, BC V4E 1R2

White Spot Limited BursaryDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: Two $500 bursaries are offeredby White Spot Limited for their employees and sonsand daughters of their employees who have servedwith White Spot for at least one year by theapplication deadline. The bursaries are open tostudents in a full program of studies at the Universityof British Columbia, the University of Victoria,Malaspina College, Simon Fraser University or BCIT.

Candidates must have achieved an average of atleast 65% in their previous year of study.Contact: Award # 07724: Apply at University ofBritish Columbia, Office of Awards and Financial Aid,1036 – 1874 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1Tel: (604) 822-5111 Fax: (604) 822-6929

External bursaries for Arts studentsRidge Meadows Arts Council BursaryDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: A bursary of $1,000 has beenmade available by the Ridge Meadows Arts’ Councilfor a fine arts student entering the second, third orfourth year of a degree or diploma program.Applicants must have graduate from School DistrictNo. 42 senior secondary schools and demonstratefinancial need. The bursary is also available to amature student wishing to further his/her artseducation, but the applicants must have resided inthe Maple Ridge area for three years.Contact: Box 331, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 7G2

External bursaries for Science studentsCanadian Women in Timber Fraser Valley BranchBursaryDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: Canadian Women in Timber is anon-profit society formed to further the education offorestry in all its aspects. The Fraser Valley Branchof Canadian Women in Timber is pleased toannounce the provision of a $1,000 bursary to astudent who:• was born in and/or educated in the regional district

of Fraser Cheam.• is in the second year of a recognized Forestry

program at a post secondary Institution in BC.(Proof of acceptance will be required before theBursary is awarded.)

Contact: Canadian Women in Timber, Fraser ValleyBranch, #21 – 46244 Airport Road, Chilliwack, BCV2P 1A5

Externally administered awardsThe following awards are not administered by SimonFraser University. The information is intended forgeneral reference only; it may be subject to change.The student is responsible for enquiring and applyingthrough the appropriate agency as indicated in thedescription.

External awards for all studentsAward for Ukrainian Art in AlbertaDeadline: November 30Terms of reference: Established through the AlbertaCouncil for Ukrainian Arts (ACUA), a province-wideorganization, to mark its 10th anniversary in 1996.ACUA strives to create an atmosphere conducive tothe growth and development of the Ukrainian arts. Itsobjective is to educate the public about the UkrainianArts. This $500 award is available annually to anyqualified applicant, individual or group, through anexhibit, tour, festival, educational program or specialproject, which fosters a greater awareness ofUkrainian arts in Alberta. Works in progress and/orrecently completed works will be considered.Applicants must submit a portfolio and/or visual oraudio sample of the Ukrainian art being promoted,along with a written proposal outlining the intendedexhibit, tour, festival, educational program or specialproject, as per the application form. Limit of onesubmission per applicant. Applicants may alsoinclude information about their education and lifeexperiences, awards, community involvement, lettersof support, or other information.Contact: Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts Awardfor Ukrainian Performing Arts, c/o UkrainianResource and Development Centre (URDC) GrantMacEwan Community College, Box 1796, Edmonton,

Alberta T5J 2P2 Tel: (403) 497-4374Fax: (403) 497-4377

BC Press Council PrizeDeadline: May 28Terms of reference: The British Columbia PressCouncil wants young British Columbians to thinkabout the press and the important role journalismplays in a free democratic society. That’s why the BCPress Council Prize has been established — twoawards of $1,000 each for the best essay submittedby both secondary and post secondary students inthe province on the following topic for 1999:Individual privacy vs the public interest – where’s thebalance?Two catagories: 1) high school students (as of June,1999), will have a 1,500 word limit; and 2) collegeand university students (as of April, 1999), will have a2,500 word limit.Entries must be typed, double-spaced and presentedin the form of a formal essay.Contact: Inquiries & Submissions: British ColumbiaPress Council, 201 – 1290 Broad Street, Victoria, BCV8W 2A5 Tel: (250) 384-3344

The Canadian Foundation for the InternationalSpace University – summer ProgramDeadline: December 15Terms of reference: The International and CanadianPrograms Division of the Association of Universitiesand Colleges of Canada (AUCC) has been appointedby the CFISU to advertise and administer thesummer session competition in Canada. Thescholarships are available to students in alldisciplines and include cost for travel, tuition fees andliving costs for July and August. There are 10-15scholarships available depending on the resources.You must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant.Competition is open to graduate students and recentgraduates (within five years of the start of thesummer session). Fourth year students of anundergraduate program may also apply if registeredin a master’s degree program for September 1997.Candidates must be conversant in English and inone other language.Contact: To obtain program guidelines andapplication forms contact: Ms. Christiane Carruthers,Program Assistant, Scholarships and ExchangesProgram, International and Canadian ProgramsBranch, Association of Universities and Colleges ofCanada, 600 – 350 Albert Street, Ottawa, OntarioK1R 1B1 Tel: (613) 563-3961 ext 311Fax: (613) 563-9745 E-Mail: [email protected]

Canadian National Railways Native EducationAwardDeadline: September 30Terms of reference: Applicants must be in need offinancial assistance; demonstrate a serious interestin preparing themselves for a career in thetransportation industry; provide proof of acceptanceinto an eligible Canadian post secondary institution;maintain full time status to a recognized degree,certificate or diploma; maintain satisfactory academicstanding; be status Indian, Inuit, Metis or non-statusIndian. Five awards in the amounts of $1,500 areavailable.Contact: CN Native Educational Awards Program,Employment Equity, PO Box 8100, Montreal, QuebecH3C 3N4 Tel: (514) 399-3819

Canadian Northern Studies Trust – CaribooResearch AwardDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: The Beverly and QamanijuaqCaribou Management Scholarship Fund providesawards of up to $3,000 to full-time students enrolledin a recognized Canadian college or universitypursuing studies that will contribute to theunderstanding of barren ground cariboo and theirhabitat in Canada. Preference will be given toindividuals who are normally resident in one of thecariboo-using communities on the range of the

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Beverly or Qamanijuaq Caribou. These awards maybe held concurrently with a special award forNorthern residents.Contact: Association of Canadian Universities forNorthern Studies, 17 York Street, Ottawa, OntarioK1P 5G4 Tel: (613) 562-0515 Fax: (613) 562-0533

Canadian Northern Studies Trust – ChevronCanada Resources Special Award in PublicAdministration/Community AffairsDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: A special award valued at$5,000 will be awarded to a First Nations person withan interest in undertaking a period of study in publicadministration and/or community affairs as it pertainsto drug/alcohol education and rehabilitation, butcareful consideration will be given to all applicationsfrom residents of the Northwest Territories and toother areas of concern.Contact: Association of Canadian Universities forNorthern Studies, 17 York Street, Ottawa, OntarioK1P 5G4 Tel: (613) 562-0515 Fax: (613) 562-0533

Canadian Northern Studies Trust – CooperativesAwardDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: An award normally valued at$2,000 to support a student whose studies willcontribute to the understanding and development ofcooperatives in the Northwest Territories. The awardmay be held concurrently with a special award forNorthern residents. In making the selection for theaward, preference will be given to northern residents.Applicants who are not northern residents must befull-time students at a co-operative college ofCanada, a recognized Canadian community collegeor a Canadian university.Contact: Association of Canadian Universities forNorthern Studies, 17 York Street, Ottawa, OntarioK1P 5G4 Tel: (613) 562-0515 Fax: (613) 562-0533

Canadian Northern Studies Trust – SpecialAwards for Northern ResidentsDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: Valued at $5,000 each, thepurpose of these awards are to allow individuals toundertake short term university studies in fields ofconcern to them personally, as well as to otherpeople in the North. It is expected that thiseducational experience will be flexible and outside ofnormal university programs. The length of time at theuniversity can vary but would not normally exceedone university term. It is necessary that each awardrecipient have a sponsor in the university who willtake responsibility for developing and directing thestudy program.Contact: Association of Canadian Universities forNorthern Studies, 17 York Street, Ottawa, OntarioK1P 5G4 Tel: (613) 562-0515 Fax: (613) 562-0533

Canadian Unity Essay ContestDeadline: March 31Terms of reference: Canadians attending Collegesand Universities are invited to submit an essay onCanadian unity. First prize: $2,000. Two additionalprizes of $200 will be awarded. Requirements:• essays may be submitted in either official language• maximum length: 2,500 words (typed)• entrants must be registered students at a Canadian

University or College• all entries must be accompanied by name, address,

telephone number of the submitter with proofs ofstudent and citizenship status, a short curriculumvitae and a signed statement of assignment of allrights to: The Military and Hospitaller Order of St.Lazarus of Jerusalem.

Contact: Canadian University Essay Competition,Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3C5Dr. David Lenarcic E-mail: [email protected]

Canadian–Scandinavian Foundation SpecialPurpose GrantDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: The CSF Special Purpose

Grants are small travel grants in the range of $500 to$800 set up in order to help defray travel costs inconnection with shorter research/study visits toScandinavia.Contact: Jan O. Lundgren, CSF Secretary, c/oGeography Department, McGill University, 805Sherbrooke Street W., Montreal, Quebec H3A 2K6Tel: (514) 398-4111 Fax: (514) 398-7437E-mail: [email protected]

Centennial Flame Research Award for Personswith DisabilitiesDeadline: March 31Terms of reference: The recipient of the award willhave one year in which to use the money to preparea report focusing on the public achievements of oneor more disabled Canadians. Value: $2,500. AnyCanadian citizen with a disability wishing to apply forthe award should submit an outline of his or herproposed research project to the clerk of thecommittee. The committee will select the recipientaccording to a set of criteria.Selection Criteria:• The research report for the Centennial Flame

Research Award must deal with the contribution ofa disabled person (or persons) to public life inCanada or the activities of parliament.

• Any interested party must send an outline of his orher research project to the clerk of the StandingCommittee on Human Rights and the Status ofPersons with Disabilities.

• The applicant may submit his or her outline in anymedium.

• The submission must contain a brief background ofthe applicant, including current employment, if any;an outline of the subject of the research; thesignificance of this choice; and a description of howthe research will be undertaken.

• Each submission should be accompanied by aletter of support from a person selected by theapplicant.

Contact: The Clerk, Standing Committee on HumanRights and the Status of Disabled Persons Tel: (613)996-4663 Fax: (613) 996-1962

CIBC Youthvision Graduate Research AwardProgramDeadline: February 1Terms of reference: Six research awards valued at$15,000 each will be offered in recognition ofacademic excellence and to support and encourageresearch in specialized fields of study related tocommunity economic development. This award isopen to fileds of study in business administration,economics, geography, political studies, psychology,sociology and anthropology. All applicants must beCanadian citizens or permanent residents at the timeof application and must hold a bachelor’s degree inone or more of the fields of study with a record ofhigh academic achievement. Applicants must beworking towards a master’s or doctoral degree (on afull time basis) on a subject related to youthemployment.Contact: For further information and applicationforms: Canadian Awards Program, Association ofUniversities and Colleges of Canada, 350 AlbertStreet, Suite 600, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1 Tel:(613) 563–1236 Fax: (613) 563–9745 E–Mail:[email protected] Web: www.aucc.ca

CN Native Educational Awards ProgramDeadline: September 30Terms of reference: Award valued at $2000 fornative students to attend selected universities inCanada which have already established provenrecords for attracting, providing services for andgraduating, native students. Applicants mustdemonstrate serious interest in preparing for a careerin the transportation industry.Contact: CN Native Educational Awards Program,Employment Equity, PO Box 8100, Montreal, QuebecH3C 3N4 Tel: (514) 399-3819

Corbiere–Lavell/Two Axe Early AwardDeadline: July 1Terms of reference: Two awards of $1,000 areavailable to Aboriginal women of First Nations/Métisdescent. To be eligible for the award, you must bepursuing post secondary studies, or just completingyour studies and have demonstrated a commitmentto bettering the socio-economic, legal and/or culturalstatus of Aboriginal women. Given uponrecommendation of a Provincial or Territorial NativeWomen’s Association member.Contact: NWAC Executive Council, Native Women’sAssociation of Canada, 9 Melrose Avenue, Ottawa,Ontario K1Y 1T8 Tel: (613) 722-3033Fax: (613) 722-7687 Toll Free: (800) 461-4043

The Duke of Edinburgh’s AwardDeadline: March 25Terms of reference: The Duke of Edinburgh’s Awardis:• An international youth program for ages 14-25.• Open to all young people. Participants do not

compete with others, only themselves. Ifparticipation is in a group, the group may dodifferent things if they wish. There is also aminimum time that they must be involved in thethree levels but they can take as long as they likeup to age 25.

• Participants can do the award as a member of ayouth group/organization such as Scouts, Guides,Cadets, church youth group, school etc., or theycan work on the award as an independent.

• Each participant requires their own Record Book($3.00). Leaders need a handbook ($3.00) and if aparticipant is working on their own they many wanta handbook as well.

• To start, just contact the award office or call collect.• Nothing starts counting for the award until

registration (then only what is done after registrationcounts).

• To start the bronze level: age 14; to start silverlevel: age 15; to start gold level: age 16

• When the bronze, silver or gold award is approved,there is a certificate and pin to be presented at anappropriate occasion.

Contact: The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, 212–633Courtney Street, Victoria BC V8W 1B8. Tel 682-5543or (604) 385-4232.

The Norma Epstein Award for Creative WritingDeadline: May 15Terms of reference: Conditions of entry are:• The sum of $1,000 will be available for award for

two years, for substantial work in fiction, drama, orverse. Competitors may submit a long poem or agroup of poems; a full length play or a group ofshort stories. The competition will be open to anystudent regularly enrolled as a candidate in anundergraduate or graduate degree course at aCanadian University.

• Two typewritten copies of each entry must besubmitted, with a completed entry form bearing theofficial stamp and signature of the registrar of theauthor’s own university or college. Candidates whowish to have their entries back should enclosereturn postage.

• Each entry must be submitted under a pseudonym.The pseudonym and title should appear on the titlepage. Each copy should be enclosed in a binder.

• No work that has been published commercially in itsentirety will be eligible. Candidates will declare onthe entry form what part, if any, of the worksubmitted has been published.

Contact: Forms of entry may be obtained from theRegistrar, University College, University of Toronto,Toronto, Ontario M5S 3H7

Esso Resources Canada Limited – NativeEducation AwardDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: Two $4,500 awards areavailable to students enrolled in full time, petroleumindustry elated studies and have financial need. Your

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grades will be considered. You must have been livingin BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Yukon or theNorthwest Territories for 12 months before applying.Contact: Co-ordinator, Native Education AwardsProgram, Human Resources Department, EssoResources Canada Limited, 237 Fourth Avenue SW,Calgary T2P 0H6

Etuangat Inuit History PrizeDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: This prize of $500 is awarded forthe best essay about an interesting event orcircumstance in Inuit history written in Inuktitut,English or French by an Inuit student registered atany Canadian university or college. The essay (1500to 3000 words in length) must be on an Inuit elder’sstory, obtained from either an original or previouslytaped interview. The award is designed to encourageinterest among Inuit students in preserving their oralhistory in writing. The prize is named for the lateEtuangat Aksayuk, a distinguished elder ofPangnirtung, Baffin Island.Contact: For information and application material:Association of Canadian Universities for NorthernStudies (ACUNS), 17 York Street, Suite 405, Ottawa,Ontario K1N 9J6 Tel: (613) 562-0515Fax: (613) 562-0533

J. Douglas Ferguson Historical ResearchFoundationDeadline: October 15Terms of reference: The J. Douglas FergusonHistorical Research Foundation offers a competitionfor three awards for student essays on topicsconcerning aspects of numismatics, monetaryhistory, primitive money and medallic art. There willbe two competitions. One award for $1000 will bemade to the author of the best Postgraduate essayand two others, for $750 each, will go to theundergraduates who write the best essays. To beeligible for an award, applicants must either beenrolled in a postgraduate programme (MA, MSc orPhD) or undergraduate program (BA, BSc) at aCanadian university or have completed a degree insuch a program no earlier than December 1994. Theessays should have some relevance for numismaticsto include essays in history, economic history, arthistory, archaeology or classics for which coins,tokens, jetons, paper money, cheques or medalsprovide a significant source of evidence as well asessays in banking history, economic anthropology,medallic art, banknote engraving, or the technologyand metallurgy of coinage. These essays may havebeen submitted in a course or may represent newwork. Applicants may submit three clear copies(typed or printed) or one copy plus a computer file ondisk. The text should be double spaced, on one sideof the page only, pages numbered, and author’sname and address clearly marked on the title page.Winning essays in both categories will be publishedin the Canadian journal most relevant to their topics.Contact: The J. Douglas Ferguson HistoricalResearch Foundation, PO Box 956 Station B,Willowdale, Ontario M2K 2T6

The Foundation for the Advancement ofAboriginal YouthDeadline: September 15Terms of reference: These awards, valued at $1,000each, are awarded to a student or returning studentof Aboriginal descent and residents of Canada.Applicants must be enrolled and accepted in a first,second, or third year college or university program,preferably in the areas of business, accounting,marketing, medical or technology. Consideration willbe given to applicants who have made contributionsto their community by volunteering or providing aleadership role for educational goals and a potentialcareer choice in the future; copies of recenttranscripts; a completed registration form; two lettersof reference (no relatives), one personal and oneacademic; a letter from an educational institution

indicating confirmation of registration or a photocopyof school application form.Contact: Brenda Maracle O’Toole, National Director,FAAY, 204 St George Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto,Ontario M5R 2N5 Tel: (416) 961-8663 Fax: (416)961-3995 Toll Free: (800) 465-7078

Global Television Network Broadcasters of theFuture AwardsDeadline: September 3Terms of reference: This annual internship awardoffers an Aboriginal Canadian a challengingopportunity to work in private televisioin, in pursuit ofa career in broadcasting. The award, valued at up to$10,000, places the award recipient in a four monthinternship program at any of our Global Televisionstations located in Toronto, Ontario; Halifax, NovaScotia; Vancouver, British Columbia; Winnipeg,Manitoba; or Regina, Saskatchewan, where theaward recipient will be paid on a salary basis for thesummer of 2000. The applicant must be anAboriginal Canadian, mimimum education;secondary school graduate, interest in, and aptitudefor, a career in the broadcasting industry, and strongEngilsh language communication skills.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding toGlobal Television Network Broadcasters of theFuture Awards, 81 Barber Greene Road, Toronto,Ontario M3C 2A2

Gulf and Fraser Credit Union – Robert F. LongEducational AwardDeadline: September 1Terms of reference: It is a prerequisite that theapplicant be a member, or the child of a member, ofGulf & Fraser Credit Union, and that the successfulapplicant be enrolled at a university or technicalinstitute. An official transcript of your most recentmarks must be submitted.Contact: Gulf and Fraser Credit Union, 803 EastHastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1R8 Tel: (604)254-7270 Fax: (604) 254-7332

Heart and Stroke Foundation of B.C. and YukonDeadline: February 12Terms of reference: The Heart and StrokeFoundation is now offering a number of summerresearch studentships for undergraduate students.Contact: Research Department, Heart and StrokeFoundation of B.C. & Yukon, 1212 West Broadway,Vancouver, BC V6H 3V2 Tel: (604) 736-4404.E-mail: [email protected]. Applications are alsoavailable at Financial Assistance, MBC 3200.

Heroes of Our TimeDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: There are seven awards in theamount of $2,000 each for First Nations citizens atthe post secondary student level who havecompleted at least one year and have demonstratedexceptional academic abilities. Applicants must beactively involved within the First Nations community.Contact: Assembly of First Nations Resource Centre,Heroes of Our Time Awards, 10th Flr, 1 NicholasStreet, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7B7 Tel: (613) 241-6789

Husky Oil Education Awards for Native PeopleDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: There are 4 awards in theamount of $3,000 each for students who have livedin BC, Alberta or Saskatchewan for at least one yearprior to applying, who are in need of financialassistance and demonstrate a serious interest in theoil industry. If wanted, Husky Oil will try to employyou for the summer. You must send a transcript anda letter of acceptance from the school you wish toattend with your application form.Contact: Staffing, Husky Oil, PO Box 6525, StationD, Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G7 Tel: (403) 298-6111

Imperial Oil Resources – Native EducationalAwards ProgramDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: Three awards of up to $4,500

each are given to people of First Nations ancestrybeginning post secondary studies. The awards aredesigned to cover tuition and other compulsory fees,text books and supplies and a portion of thestudent’s living expenses during the academic year.The purpose of the awards is to encourage andassist people of First Nations ancestry to pursueundergraduate post secondary educational studies indisciplines relevant to the petroleum industry. Theawards may be renewable for an additional threeyears. The competition is open to: First Nations –status and non-status, Inuit and Métis students;residents of BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Yukonor the Northwest Territories for at least one year priorto applying for the award; those who can provideproof of acceptance to an eligible post-secondaryeducational institution; those who will pursue studiesin the following disciplines: engineering, commerce/business, geology, geophysics, computer science orpetroleum land management; those who will registerin a program of studies leading to a recognizeddegree, certificate or diploma; those who are in needof financial assistance to pursue post secondarystudies; those who are academically qualified.Contact: Native Educational Awards Co-ordinator,Imperial Oil Resources Ltd., 37 4th Avenue SW,Calgary, Alberta T2P 0H6 Tel: (403) 237-3737Fax: (403) 237-4017

Indian and Northern Affairs Canada Post-secondary Student Support ProgramDeadline: February 28Terms of reference: To be eligible you must be Inuitor registered as Indian, have lived only in Canada forthe past year and have met a university’s or college’sentrance requirements, have been accepted intouniversity or college for a program of studies. Thisfunding is open to both full time and part timestudents and you must be registered in at least ayear-long course to receive funding. Indian andNorthern Affairs Canada (INAC) defines the limits offunding every year. You can also apply for thefollowing funding in addition to the above programs:• monetary incentives – for postgraduate or

professional degree students payments of up to1,500 for continuing with program.

• strategic scholarships – for students of commerce,public or business administration, economics,applied and physical science, mathematics,computer science, forestry and engineeringscholarships of up to $3,500 annually.

• academic achievement scholarships –undergraduate students who have at least a Baverage may apply for scholarships of up to $1,000annually.

Contact: If you have band membership, to your bandor tribal council office. If you are not a band member,you can apply at the Native Education Centre, 285 E.5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 1H2

Pam Koczapska Memorial AwardDeadline: May 1Terms of reference: Up to $1,000 awards, the PamKoczapska Memorial Award will honor studentsplanning a career in education or in any professionalfield that will benefit the Upper Sto:lo people.Financial need is considered. Applications mustinclude a transcript of grades or a letter fromsomeone from your school stating your grades, aletter of recommendation and a letter explaining yourgoals and expectations.Contact: sto:lo Sitel Advisory Committee,Coqualeetza Centre, Box 370, Sardis, BC V2R 1A7Tel: (604) 858–9431 Fax: (604) 858–8488

William and Mary Kostash Award for Film andVideo ArtsDeadline: November 30Terms of reference: William and Mary Kostash arelong–standing Ukrainian Canadian communityactivists who have a special concern about the self-awareness of current and future generations. Thisaward is made possible through an endowment

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established in 1989, on the occasion of theKostashes’ 50th wedding anniversary. The award of$500 is given annually to a novice writer for workpromoting Ukrainian Canadian identity through avisual medium. All genres of film or video areacceptable. Works in progress and/or completedworks will be considered. Open to Grant MacEwanCommunity College students and independent film orvideo producers. Successful applicants must forwardtwo copies of their completed films or videos to theUkrainian Resource Development Centre within oneyear of receiving this award. Projects will beevaluated on the basis of how well they meet theapplication criteria ( 2 points), how successfully theycontribute to increasing the cultural self–awarenessof Ukrainian Canadians (10 points), structure andmechanics (7 points), artistic merit (7 points), andfeasibility (4 points).Contact: William and Mary Kostash Award for Filmand Video Arts, c/o Ukrainian Resource andDevelopment Centre (URDC), Grant MacEwanCommunity College, Box 1796, Edmonton, AlbertaT5J 2P2 Tel: (403) 497-4374 Fax: (403) 497-4377

Raymond A. LeClair Memorial Scholarship AwardDeadline: April 1Terms of reference: The successful applicant mustbe a resident of the City of Coquitlam, demonstratefinancial need, have a history of school and/orcommunity involvement, show that he or she cansuccessfully undertake a program of studies, attendan interview with the selection committee and begindesignated studies within six months of formalnotification of selection. Applications must include aletter of application, which should include astatement outlining why the applicant merits theaward, a resume, a copy of appropriate schooltranscript and two letters of reference which addressthe student’s ability to complete the course of studiesproposed.Contact: Norm Cook, Secretary, CoquitlamFoundation, 300 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BCV3B 7N2 Tel: (604) 927-3003 Fax: (604) 927-3015

Mungo Martin Memorial AwardDeadline: August 1Terms of reference: Ten to fifteen awards of $200 to$500 are given annually, based on the number ofsuccessful applicants. Applicants must be of FirstNations ancestry and a full-time student. Applicantsmust include 1) a completed application, 2) a recenttranscript of marks, and 3) two letter so reference.Contact: Applications are available from, President,Mungo Martin Memorial Awards, Society, Box 883,Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T2 Fax: (250) 752-3076

Lois McConkey Memorial FellowshipDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: This award may be madeannually to a student who would benefit from anestablished work-study program at the Museum ofAnthropology, and may be supplemented by otherfunds when available. To receive more information orto apply, forward a resume and letter of interest tothe awards committee at the address below, outliningthe work study program you would like to pursue.Contact: Awards Committee, c/o Anne–MarieFenger, UBC Museum of Anthropology, 6393 NWMarine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2Tel: (604) 822–5567 Fax: (604) 822–2974

The Military and Hospitaller Order of St. Lazarusof Jerusalem Grand Priority in CanadaDeadline: March 15Terms of reference: The Military and HospitallerOrder of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem is sponsoringan essay competition on the subject of Canadianunity. The author of the winning essay will be eligiblefor an award of $2,000. A second place award of$500 will also be awarded. Essays may be submittedin either official language. Maximum length of 2000words typed. Entrants must be Canadian citizens orlanded immigrants and must be registered students

at a Canadian university, college or CEGEP. Allentries must be accompanied by the name, addressand telephone number of the submitter with proofs ofstudent and citizenship status, a short curriculumvitae and statement of assignment.Contact: The Military and Hospitaller Order of St.Lazarus of Jerusalem Grand Priority in Canada, 39McArthur Avenue, Vanier, Ontario K1L 8L7Tel: (613) 746-5280 Fax: (614) 746-3982.E-mail: [email protected]: http://home.istar.ca/~lazarusl.

Northern Scientific Training ProgramDeadline: December 1Terms of reference: Indian and Northern AffairsCanada offers the Northern Scientific TrainingProgram for students undertaking studies in theNorth.Contact: The University’s Northern StudiesCommittee chairperson or NSTP atTel: (819) 997-0660, E-mail: [email protected]

Peterhouse-Cambridge Research StudentshipsDeadline: April 1Terms of reference: The Governing Body ofPeterhouse offers annually a number of ResearchStudentships, open to men or women who will notnormally have been undergraduate members of theCollege. Candidates should be under twenty fiveyears of age on December 1. Candidates must begraduates of a university in the United Kingdom orelsewhere: if not graduates they should havegraduated by August. They must intend to becandidates for the degree of PhD in the University ofCambridge.Contact: Application forms for Studentships may beobtained from the Senior Tutor, Peterhouse,Cambridge, CB2 1RD, England

Petro-Canada Education Native EducationAwardsDeadline: June 15Terms of reference: The maximum amount of theaward is $5,000/year depending on your financialneeds. It is designed to cover part of the cost oftuition, textbooks, and living expenses for theacademic year. To be eligible for the award, youmust be of Canadian Indian or Inuit ancestry and beattending a post secondary institution recognized forthe education awards program. Send a letter stating:your academic and career objectives; a briefdescription of your Aboriginal ancestry; yourparticipation in school and/or community activities;your financial circumstances; your most recenttranscript of marks.Contact: Petro-Canada, Native Education Awards,PO Box 2844, Calgary, Alberta T2P 3E3Tel: (403) 221-8274

Anna Pidruchney Award for New WritersDeadline: November 30Terms of reference: Anna (nee Raycheba)Pidruchney was an Alberta homesteader, communityactivist, artist, and author of two books aboutUkrainian Canadian pioneer life. She taughtnumerous writing classes in both the Ukrainian andEnglish languages, and had a special interest inyoung people. This award was established in 1989,in recognition of her lifelong commitment toencouraging and promoting the works of youngwriters. The award of $500 is given annually to anovice writer for a literary work which includesUkrainian Canadian characters or is based on aUkrainian Canadian theme. Only completed workswill be considered. All genres of writing areacceptable. Open to Grant MacEwan CommunityCollege students and other authors. Preference willbe given to young writers who have not yet had theirworks published on a regular basis, and who areconsidering writing as a profession. The award willbe granted for English language and Ukrainianlanguage submissions in alternating years. In oddnumbered years, beginning in 1991, the award will

be for an English-language work. In even-numberedyears, beginning in 1992, the award will be for aUkrainian language work. Applications areconsidered in the year prior to that when the award isgranted. Apply in writing, including a copy of yourcompleted work. Only one entry per applicant is to besubmitted. Letters of application must include theauthor’s name, full address, phone number, date ofbirth, and a brief biography or resume.Contact: Anna Pidruchney Award for New Writers, c/o Ukrainian Resource & Development Centre(URDC) Grant MacEwan Community College, Box1796 Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2P2Tel: (403) 497-4374 Fax: (403) 497-4377

Madeline Bronsdon Rowan Endowment FundDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: The purpose of this award is toassist in the cost associated with First Nationseducational programs at the Museum ofAnthropology and may be combined with otherawards. This award is suited for First Nationsstudents already engaged in Museum ofAnthropology projects, though other applications willalso be considered.Contact: Awards Committee, c/o Anne Marie Fenger,UBC Museum of Anthropology, 6393 NW MarineDrive, Vancouver BC V6T 1Z2 Tel: (604) 822-5567Fax: (604) 822-2974

Royal Bank Native Student Awards ProgramDeadline: January 31Terms of reference: The Royal Bank Native StudentAwards Program was launched in 1992 to assistAboriginal students achieve a post secondaryeducation. Annually, five individuals are selected toreceive an award of up to $4,000 for a maximum offour years toward the cost of a university or collegeeducation. The awards are to cover the cost oftuition, text books and supplies, and to contribute toliving expenses during the academic year. To date30 students have received these scholarships. Inaddition, some award recipients who apply, are alsogiven consideration for post graduate employment inthe organization. If you are a status Indian, non–status Indian, Inuit or Métis, you are eligible to applyprovided i) you are a permanent resident/citizen ofCanada ii) you can provide proof of acceptance (withtranscript of marks) or are already attending auniversity or college listed in the Directory ofCanadian Universities, in a discipline relevant to thebanking industry (e.g. business; economics;computer science) iii) you maintain a full courseworkload leading to a recognized degree, certificateor diploma iv) you are in need of financial assistanceto pursue your education. If you are receiving partialfunding from other sources, you may still apply to theRoyal Bank Native Student Awards program to coveryour additional educational costs.Contact: Coordinator, Royal Bank Native StudentAwards, Human Resources Department – HeadOffice, Royal Bank Plaza, 200 Bay Street, 11th FloorNorth Tower, Toronto, Ontario M5J 2J5Tel: (416) 955-5824 Fax: (416) 955-5840

The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute AwardsDeadline: January 30Terms of reference: The Shastri Indo-CanadianInstitute (SICI) is a unique educational enterprisewhich promotes understanding between India andCanada by supporting India studies in Canada andCanadian studies in India. The Institute fundsresearch, links institutions in the two countries, andorganizes seminars and conferences. It is namedafter Lal Bahadur Shastri, the prime minister of Indiafrom 1964 to 1966 and a distinguished mediator andstatesman. The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute’scurrent activities fall under three rubrics: 1. the IndiaStudies Program 2. the Canadian Studies Program 3.The CIDA-SICI Project (comprising of: i) thedevelopment studies program ii) the partnershipprogram iii) Development initiatives, iv) the summerprogram in India, and v) the journalism program.

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Contact: For information on eligibility, conditions andapplications contact: Programme Officer,Development Studies Program, Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute, 1402 Education Tower, 2500University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4Tel: (403) 220-7467 Fax: (403) 289-0100,E-mail: [email protected],Web: http://www.ucalgary.ca/~sici

The Sisam Forestry AwardDeadline: March 31Terms of reference: The Sisam Forestry Award, firstgranted annually at the University of Toronto in June1988, is now open for competition to all full timeundergraduate and graduate students registered at aCanadian university during the award year. It isadministered by the Council of the Faculty ofForestry, University of Toronto. The award is grantedfor an article, written solely by the applicant for theaward, dealing with a forestry or forest environmenttopic of public interest, e.g. forest ecology,silviculture, and wildlife management, forestprotection, harvesting operations, parks,conservation or wood science.Contact: The Sisam Forestry Award Admissions andAwards, University of Toronto, 315 Bloor StreetWest, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A3

Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity AwardDeadline: January 15Terms of reference: Soroptimist International ofVancouver, a business and professional women’sservice club, is offering its annual Women’sopportunity award. This award is intended to assistmature women to enter or re-enter the job market tofurther their skills and training to upgrade theiremployment opportunities. The sum of $2,500 will bedivided among the successful applicants selected.The winning finalist will be entered by SoroptimistInternation in a Western Canada Regionalcompetition. Applicants must also enclose tworeferences with application.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:Teresa Wylie, Soroptimist International of Vancouver,2907 Woodland Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 3R2Tel: (604) 876-4469

Vancouver Foundation – Advanced Arts StudyAwardsDeadline: May 31Terms of reference: The Vancouver Foundationinitiated the Advanced Arts Study Awards to helpdevelop talent from our province. The VancouverFoundation, in 1997, is offering a total of $70,000 injuried awards to assist in advanced students tofurther their career objectives. Awards will range from$3,000 to $5,000, and a total of 15 to 20 awards willbe granted in this eighth year of the program. Termsof the awards:• for a program of advanced study in music, dance or

theatre• during 1997/98 (excluding short duration and

summer courses)• at a recognized institution or with an established

professional within or outside of British Columbia• student has shown talent and demonstrated a high

level of achievement• financial assistance is required to enable the

student to take up the study opportunity• student is a BC resident and a Canadian citizen or

landed immigrant• student has not received more than one previous

award from this programContact: Vancouver Foundation Advanced ArtsStudy Awards, Mary Olson, Administrator,Vancouver Academy of Music, 1270 Chestnut Street,Vancouver, BC V6J 4R9 Tel: (604) 734-2301Fax: (604) 731-1920

Weyerhaeuser Canada Diversity EducationAwardsDeadline: June 30Terms of reference: The Diversity Education Awardsare awarded by Weyerhaeuser Canada Ltd. which isan integrated forest products company with majoroperations in British Columbia, Alberta andSaskatchewan. Applicants must be:• persons of aboriginal ancestry (including status and

non–status Indians, Métis, Inuit); females, personswith a disability (defined under the pending CanadaEmployment Equity Act); or members of a visibleminority (as defined under the pending CanadaEmployment Equity Act).

• Canadian citizens or permanent residents who haveresided in BC for the previous 12 months.Preference will be given to those individualsresiding in BC communities where WeyerhaeuserCanada operates.

• Accepted into a recognized BC post secondaryeducational institution as a full time student for thenext academic year.

• Registered in a two year diploma or a universitydegree program of study which is relevant to acareer represented within Weyerhaeuser Canadaoperations including, but not limited to: forestry,engineering, accounting, computer science, andbusiness administration.

Two $2,000 awards may be granted annually foruniversity students and two $1,000 awards may begranted annually to college students.Contact: Applications will be accepted between April1 and June 30. Diversity Education Awards Program,Weyerhaeuser Canada Ltd., PO Box 800, Kamloops,BC V2C 5M7

Woman’s Opportunity AwardDeadline: December 15Terms of reference: Langley soroptimist is awarding$1,000 Woman’s Opportunity Award to a maturewoman who is trying to make a difference in her lifeby upgrading her education. If you are currentlyenrolled in a program, or planning to obtain furtherskills and training you can apply.Contact: Conditions, application forms and furtherinformation may be obtained by corresponding to:Lillian Fuller, Soroptimist International of theLangleys, P.O. Box 7, 20372 Fraser Highway,Langley, BC V3A 4G1 Tel: (604) 888-2507

External awards for Applied SciencesstudentsCIPS Computing Co-op AwardDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: The Vancouver section of theCanadian Information Processing Society providesan award valued at $750 to a third or fourth yearMSSC student who has major or minor inMathematics or computing science. A scholarship of$250 is available to a runner-up student. Applicantsmust have at least a 3.00 CGPA and have completedat least two co–op terms.Contact: The applicable department for applicationprocedures.

C.D. Howe Memorial Foundation EngineeringAwards ProgramDeadline: July 2Terms of reference: The C.D. Howe MemorialFoundation is pleased to grant scholarships tostudents enrolled in an engineering program in aCanadian university. Two (2) scholarships of $6,000will be awarded each year. At least one award will beoffered to a male and one to a female student. Theawards are renewable twice for a total maximumtenure of three (3) consecutive years.Eligibility: This is a merit scholarship open toqualified full-time engineering students entering thesecond year of their program and who will graduatewithin the next two or three years. Candidates must

be Canadian citizens or permanent residents whohave completed a full first year program in aCanadian faculty of engineering and who intend tocontinue their studies in engineering. Candidatesmust have attained a first class standing as definedby the nominating institution.Contact: Canadian Awards Program, Internationaland Canadian Programs Branch (AUCC), 600 – 350Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1

External awards for Arts studentsCanadian Association of Geographer's AnnualAwardDeadline: springTerm of reference: The Canadian Association ofGeographers will award in spring semester, a prize tothe outstanding student in geography.Contact: No application is necessary.

Prize of the French Consulate in VancouverDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: Several book prizes and medalshave been donated to Simon Fraser University to beawarded to students for outstanding achievement inFrench.Contact: Applicants must be recommended by theSimon Fraser University Department of French to theFrench Consulate in Vancouver.

External awards for Science studentsScience Council of BC–Central Interior 2nd YearScience AwardDeadline: August 30Terms of reference: $1,000 to students whograduated from a high school in the central interiorregion who are proceeding to a second year ofstudies at a Canadian university, college or institutein the field of science and/or technology. Based onhigh scholastic achievement (80% minimum) pluspersonal qualities and activities. Must provide twoletters of reference, one from a science teacher, andinclude high school transcript and first year transcriptattached to application.Contact: K. Steadman @ Science Council of BCCentral Interior, Box 3010, Kamloops, BC V2C 5V2(UCC Campus) Tel: (250) 371-5751Fax: (250) 828-5492E-mail: [email protected]

External loansBritish Columbia Youth Foundation LoanDeadline: unknownTerms of reference: The foundation is prepared tomake available to bona fide British Columbiaresidents under the age of 30, interest free loans toassist in the pursuance of further education. Thisassistance is afforded to students who are noteligible for Canada Student Loans. The Foundationwill require a co-signer if this private loan is granted;normally, the student’s parents would be asked to dothis.Contact: Further details may be obtained fromFinancial Assistance.

Canadian Forces Personnel Assistance Fund(CFPAF)Deadline: June 30Terms of reference: The Canadian Forces PersonnelAssistance Fund offers an Education AssistanceLoan Program to assist serving and former membersand their dependants with costs of post secondaryeducation. To be eligible for a low interest loan of$1,200, $1,500, $2,000 or $2,500 the serving orformer member must have served in the CanadianArmy, after 1st October 1946, or in the CanadianForces, after 31 January 1968, and have a minimumof 5 years regular force military service. The loansare repayable over a twelve or twenty four month

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period commencing in September of the year inwhich the loan is awarded. The application must besubmitted by the service member on behalf of thestudent. Late submissions will not be considered.Contact: Application forms are available fromCanadian Forces base financial counsellors, districtoffices of Veterans Affairs Canada , and theProvincial Command offices of the Royal CanadianLegion or by writing to CFPAF, 245 Cooper Street,Ottawa, Ontario K2P 0G2

PEO Sisterhood Educational Loan FundDeadline: UnknownTerms of reference: Loans are available to womenstudents in second to fourth year of a universitycourse, and may be requested at any time. Themaximum amount of a loan to any student is $2,000.Fourth year or graduate students may be grantedloans and draw the maximum loan of $2,000 for twoor more years of study, but may draw only $1,000 ofthe loan in one academic year. Students mustcomplete satisfactorily one semester’s work beforemaking application. Interest at a 6% rate is to be paidannually, and the student is expected to beginpayment of the principal as soon as she is out ofuniversity and employed.Contact: International Student Advisor, PEOInternational Peace Scholarship Fund, PEOExecutive Office, 3700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines,Iowa 50312 3820 Tel: (515) 255-3153Fax: (515) 255-3820

Royal Canadian Naval Benevolent FundDeadline: October 31Terms of reference: This fund recognizes the need offinancial assistance for educational purposes offormer members of the Naval Forces of Canada andCanadian Merchant Navy Veterans. This program isnot only for university but for vocational and otherspecial training as well. Financial assistance fordependants is limited to cover tuition, student fees,books and supplies.Contact: Royal Canadian Naval Benevolent Fund,PO Box 505 Station “B” Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5P6Tel: (613) 996-5087 Fax: (613) 236-8830

Governmentadministered programs

Canadian Armed ForcesSubsidization PlansAdmission RequirementsAn applicant must be a Canadian citizen; bephysically fit for enrolment in the Canadian Forces;and be at least 16 years of age on the first day ofJanuary of the year the student commences first yearstudies at university.

How to ApplyIndividuals interested in obtaining more informationon, or wishing to make application for, any of theseplans are requested to contact: Commanding Officer,Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, 757 WestHastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 1A1.

Government loansA loan is a sum of money borrowed by a student whoproves financial need on a promise to repay at somespecified time.

Canada Student Loan/BC StudentAssistanceThe purpose of the Canada Student Loan/BCStudent Assistance Program is to assist studentswhose resources are insufficient to provide the cost

of full time studies at the post secondary level ofeducation. Therefore, funds under the program aregranted only where the financial resources availableto students from parents, summer or otheremployment, part time work, or other sources, areinsufficient to meet their estimated educational costs.Normally, the funds provided under this program willbe disbursed through a combination of the CanadaStudent Loan and BC Student Assistance. Somestudents in first or second year studies, may qualifyfor BC Grant Funding. Some students withdependent children may qualify for Canada StudyGrant funding. A detailed booklet describing theprogram in full is available at Financial Assistance.

EligibilityApplicants must be Canadian citizens or permanentresidents (landed immigrants) to be eligible.Assistance will be provided to eligible registered fulltime students taking a minimum of 60% or nine (40%or six for students with permanent disabilities)regular credit hours of a full program of study leadingto a certificate, diploma or undergraduate degree, orregistered full time (part time for students withpermanent disabilities) graduate students. Theamount of assistance awarded will be based onassessed need as determined by the provincialauthority.

Currently, single full time students are eligible for amaximum of $4,420 in BCSAP each semester. Themaximum for students with dependent children is$7,395 a semester. You can apply for BCSAP foreither one semester or two semesters at once (e.g.fall only, spring only, fall and spring).

A student in need of a Canada Student Loan/BCStudent Assistance must first obtain an applicationform from Financial Assistance. The application mustbe completed carefully and accurately by thestudent, and where applicable, by the spouse orparent(s). If the student’s application is approved, thestudent will receive in the mail a notification of award/loan remission program qualifier from the StudentServices Branch in Victoria. After receiving thisNotification, the student’s Canada Student Loandocument will be mailed to the student from theStudent Services Branch and the student will thentake the loan document to a lending institution fornegotiation.

If the student is also eligible for BC StudentAssistance, the loan certificate will be mailed to thestudent from the Student Services Branch, usually atthe mid-point of the period of study for whichassistance was awarded, and the student will thentake the loan certificate to a lending institution fornegotiation. Grant cheques are mailed to FinancialAssistance. On or after the cheque disbursementdate, Financial Assistance will confirm registrationand the student will take the cheque to a bank fornegotiation. Students are advised to keep in constanttouch with the bank, or lending institution, from whichthey secure their loans.

Students should note the summary of obligations onthe reverse side of the loan certificate prior tonegotiating the loan. Interest on the loan is paid bythe federal or provincial government as long as thestudent is registered as a full time student. Studentsshould contact their lending institution (bank, creditunion etc.) for information regarding the currentinterest rate and repayment schedule for StudentLoans. Students who have previously receivedCanada Student Loans or BC Student Loans, butwho do not negotiate one for their immediate periodof study, should submit a Schedule 2 and/orCertificate 2 to their lending institution in order toretain payment free status. Students must beundertaking a minimum of nine regular credit hours(six for students with permanent disabilities) in thecurrent semester, be a registered full time (part timefor students with permanent disabilities) graduatestudent, or enrolled in a co-op education work term to

be considered eligible for payment free status. Acopy of these forms may be obtained from thelending institution or Financial Assistance.

For appeals, reassessments or other concerns,please contact Financial Assistance.

The provincial government has a loan remissionprogram available to some graduating students.

For more information, contact: Loan Remission andManagement Unit, Student Services Branch, Ministryof Advanced Education, Training and Technology

Mailing address: PO Box 9173 Stn Prov Govt,Victoria BC V8W 9H7

Location address: Second Floor, 1106 Cook StreetVictoria, BC

In Victoria, call (250) 387-6100, in the LowerMainland, call 660-2610, in Canada, call toll-free1-800-561-1818, TTY (250) 952-6832, Fax (250)356-5440, www.aett.gov.bc.ca/studentservices

International student loansUnited States StudentsCitizens (or eligible non-citizens) of the United Statesattending the university may apply for fundingthrough the US Department of Education StudentFinancial Assistance Program. A Free Application forFederal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed bythe student and submitted to the Federal Student AidPrograms. A Student Aid Report (SAR) is thenissued to the student. To receive Stafford loans, thestudent must submit the SAR to the Simon FraserUniversity Financial Assistance office, with anapplication and promissory note, which is availablefrom the student’s lender or state guarantee agency.Financial Assistance calculates the student’s costs,completes the school section of the application, andthen forwards the application to the appropriateagency for processing.

For more information regarding financial aid from theUS Department of Education, call:1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243), orwww.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/Students

Students with permanent resident status may beeligible to apply for Canada Student Loans. Seesection International Students.

Students from other countriesStudents who are not Canadian citizens orPermanent Residents, and who will require financialassistance to attend Simon Fraser University mustarrange such assistance in their country of originbefore arrival in Canada.

Simon Fraser University permits non-Canadianstudents to compete for scholarships once they haveenrolled at the University on the basis of course workundertaken at Simon Fraser University. It must bestressed that non-Canadian students should notpredicate their tuition and living expense estimatesupon these sources. Non-Canadian students arenormally not permitted to work in Canada. Suchstudents are expected and required by federal law tohave sufficient funds guaranteed for their educationprior to arrival in Canada.

Government part-timegrants/loansIf you are a part time student with demonstratedfinancial need, you may qualify for a federal studygrant of up to $1,200. Grants are targeted tostudents with dependents and possibly otherstudents with special circumstances who are not ableto take full time studies.

Federal students loans up to $4,000 are alsoavailable to part time students with financial need.These loans supplement other financial resourcessuch as earnings, scholarships and bursaries.

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students who are Canadian citizens or landedimmigrants and who are not in default of previousfederal student loans or grants may apply for boththe grant and loan programs.

Applications and information are available fromFinancial Assistance. The deadline for applications iseight weeks before the end of each semester.

Grants for students with permanentdisabilitiesA federal grant program is available to students withpermanent disabilities. Check with the service co-ordinator for students with disabilities in MBC 1250 orcall (604) 291-3112.

Grants for female doctoral studentsA federal grant program is available to femaledoctoral students in specific doctoral programs.Please call (604) 291-4356 for further information.

Work-Study programThe Work-Study program provides part time on-campus jobs for full time students during the fall,spring, and summer semesters. To become eligible,students must apply for BCSAP funding. If theirfinancial need is greater than the maximum BCSAPfunding, they may be notified by Financial Assistancethat they are eligible for Work-Study placement. EachWork-Study placement lasts one semester and paysapproximately $8.75 an hour, covering a range of 90to 155 hours of work.

For more informationFor further information on programs offered byFinancial Assistance (Office of the Registrar) come toMBC 3200 or call (604) 291-4356. You may also e-mail us at [email protected]

IndexNote, this index is compiled in simple alphabeticalorder according to the first word of the scholarship,award, or bursary. For example, the Al EisenringGerontology Award appears under “A“, not “E”.

AA. John Ellis Bursary in Business Administration ......... 54Adaline May Clark Bursary Permanent Endowment .... 53Admission Requirements ............................................. 88Aird Dundas Flavell Memorial Bursary ......................... 53Aird Dundas Flavell Memorial Bursary ......................... 54Al Eisenring Gerontology Award .................................. 60Alex W. Fisher Bursary ................................................ 49Alexander Fraser Award in Piping and Drumming ....... 57Alfred William Davidson Bursary .................................. 49Alumni Association of SFU Annual Bursary ................. 48Alumni Association of SFU Annual Scholarship .......... 43Alumni Association

Outstanding Student Leadership Award ................... 56Alumni Scholarship and Bursary Endowment Fund ..... 43Alumni Scholarship and Bursary Endowment Fund ..... 48Anna Pidruchney Award for New Writers ..................... 86Annis Stukus Football Scholarship .............................. 48Annual Corporate Appeal Fund ................................... 56Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc. Athletic Award .................... 65ARC Arts Council Individual Grants program ............... 68Archaeometry Prize Endowment Fund ........................ 59Archaeometry Prize Endowment Fund ........................ 61Arctic Cooperatives Bursary ........................................ 80Arthur and Eva Bell Award

in Business Administration and Economics ........ 44, 45Associated Medical Services Bioethics Studentship .... 68

Associated Medical ServicesHannah Institute Studentship ................................... 68

Association of First Nations Women Scholarship ........ 68Association of Moving Image Archivists ....................... 77Association of Professional Biologists Scholarship ...... 79Association of Professional Engineers

and Geoscientists ..................................................... 44Association of Professional Engineers

and Geoscientists of BC Scholarships ..................... 66Association of Universities

and Colleges of Canada Awards .............................. 66Athlete Assistance Awards .......................................... 62Athletic and Recreation Awards ................................... 62Athletic Entrance Awards ............................................. 62Austrian Scholarship Award Program .......................... 68Award for Ukrainian Art in Alberta ................................ 83Awards for all students ................................................. 56Awards for Applied Sciences students ......................... 58Awards for Arts students .............................................. 59Awards for Business Administration students .............. 61Awards for Education students .................................... 61Awards for Science students ....................................... 61Awards for student athletes ......................................... 62Awards for the University community ........................... 56

BB and B Sivertz Bursary Endowment ........................... 51Bank of Montreal Undergraduate Scholarship

in Business Administration ....................................... 45Bank of Nova Scotia Football Award ........................... 62Barbara J. Towriss

Scholarship in Women’s Basketball ......................... 48Barry and E. Anne Macdonald Asia-Canada Awards .. 57Baxter Corporation Jean Goodwill Scholarship ........... 68BC Bearing Engineers Limited Award .......................... 56BC Bond Dealers Association Bursary ........................ 54BC Central Credit Union Athletic Award ...................... 62BC Exchange Teachers’ Association Bursary ............. 55BC Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs

– First Citizen’s Fund ................................................ 80BC Sugar Achievement Award .................................... 56BCTelephone Company Scholarships ......................... 43BC College scholarship application deadlines: ............ 42BC Cultural Fund Scholarships (Province of BC) ........ 77BC Government and Service Employees Union .......... 80BC Historical Federation Scholarship .......................... 77BC Hydro Native Scholarship ...................................... 68BC Hydro Scholarships ................................................ 68BC Indian Arts and Welfare Society

Memorial Bursary ..................................................... 80BC Jockey Club Award ................................................ 63BC Lions Alumni Association Foundation .................... 63BC Lions Athletic Award .............................................. 63BC Paraplegic Foundation Scholarships/Bursaries ..... 69BC Press Council Prize ................................................ 83BC Regional Summit Scholarships .............................. 42BC Wrestling Association Alumni Award ..................... 63BCTV Broadcasting System Ltd Athletic Award .......... 63Beedie Construction Company Ltd .............................. 47Bel-Par Industries Limited Bursary .............................. 48Best Cleaners Athletic Award ...................................... 62Betty Lambert Memorial Prize ...................................... 60Bice Caple Awards ....................................................... 59Bill and Elsie More Indian Bursary ............................... 81Bill De Vries Athletic Award ......................................... 48Bing Sum Yip Bursary In Business Administration ...... 55Biological Sciences Merit Award .................................. 47Birk Family Foundation Bursaries ................................ 48Bob Ackles Sports Administration Scholarship ............ 47Bob Spray Rugby Endowment ..................................... 65BOMA Undergraduate Bursary in Urban Studies ........ 48BOMA Undergraduate Bursary in Urban Studies ........ 53BOMA Undergraduate Scholarship in Urban Studies .. 45Brian Williamson Memorial Award in Archaeology ...... 61Bridget Walsh Scholarship

for Single-Parent Irish Women ................................. 76Brit Townsend Women’s Track and Field Award ......... 65British Columbia Asia Pacific Students’ Awards .......... 68British Columbia Psychological Association Award ..... 59British Columbia Youth Foundation Loan .................... 87Bruce and Lis Welch Bursary in Business ................... 55Bruce Howe Memorial Scholarship

in International Business .......................................... 46Bruce McKelvie Endowment Bursary Fund ................. 53Bureau du Quebec Book Prizes in Quebec Studies .... 59Burnaby Historical Society Scholarship ....................... 78

Burnaby New-Westminster Women’s Club .................. 48Burnaby Savings Credit Union Scholarship ................. 69Burrard Charitable Foundation Bursary ....................... 49Bursaries ...................................................................... 48Bursaries for all students ............................................. 48Bursaries for Applied Sciences students ..................... 52Bursaries for Arts students ........................................... 53Bursaries for Business Administration students ........... 54Bursaries for Education students ................................. 55Bursaries for Science students .................................... 55Bursaries for student athletes ...................................... 56Bursary for Northern Residents ................................... 81Business Administration

Students Endowment Fund Prizes ........................... 61

CC.D. Howe Memorial Foundation

Engineering Awards Program ................................... 87C.D.Nelson Memorial Prize .......................................... 57C.G. “Chuck” Arnold Golf Award .................................. 62Cal Callahan Memorial Bursary ................................... 80Calverly Estate Scholarship Fund ................................ 69Campus Community Bursary ....................................... 49Canada 200 Scholarship .............................................. 69Canada Student Loan/BC Student Assistance ............ 88Canada Trust Scholarships

for Outstanding Community Leadership ................... 66Canadian Airlines International Ltd .............................. 63Canadian Armed Forces Subsidization Plans .............. 88Canadian Association of Geographer’s

Annual Award ........................................................... 87Canadian Cambridge Scholarships ............................. 69Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation

First Year Scholarships ............................................ 69Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation

Graduate Scholarship ............................................... 70Canadian Federation of University Women

– Coquitlam Bursary ................................................. 49Canadian Federation of University Women

– North Vancouver Bursary ................................ 52, 55Canadian Federation of University Women

– Parksville/Qualicum Club ....................................... 70Canadian Federation of University Women

– The James Craig Reid Memorial Scholarship ....... 70Canadian Federation of University Women

of South Delta ........................................................... 80Canadian Forces Personnel Assistance Fund

(CFPAF) ................................................................... 87Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies /

University of Alberta ................................................. 78Canadian Labour Congress

– A.A. Heaps Scholarships ....................................... 70Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation ...................... 66Canadian National Educational Awards ....................... 80Canadian National Railways ........................................ 63Canadian National Railways

Native Education Award ........................................... 83Canadian Northern Studies Trust

– Cariboo Research Award ...................................... 83Canadian Northern Studies Trust

– Chevron Canada Resources Special Awardin Public Administration/Community Affairs .............. 84

Canadian Northern Studies Trust– Cooperatives Award .............................................. 84

Canadian Northern Studies Trust– Special Awards for Northern Residents ................. 84

Canadian Printing Industries Scholarship Trust Fund .. 70Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering

– SNC LAVALIN Plant Design Competition .............. 79Canadian Society for Chemical Engineers

– Edmonton Chemical Engineering Scholarship ...... 79Canadian Society for Chemical Engineers

– Sarnia Chemical Engineering CommunityScholarship ............................................................... 79

Canadian Society for Chemistry’sAlfred Bader Scholarships ........................................ 79

Canadian Unity Essay Contest .................................... 84Canadian Water Resources Association ..................... 70Canadian Women in Timber

Fraser Valley Branch Bursary ................................... 83Canadian Yugoslav Community

Bursary in Education ................................................ 55Canadian-Scandinavian Foundation

Special Purpose Grant ............................................. 84CanWest Global System Scholarship Award

for a Canadian Visible Minority Student .... 69CanWest

90 Financial Assistance and Awards

Global System Scholarship-InternshipAward for a Canadian with a Physical Disability ....... 69

Caribou Research Bursary ........................................... 80Carma Israel Bursary Endowment Fund ...................... 50Carol Chapman Memorial Education Scholarship ....... 46Carrera Alumni Award in Wrestling .............................. 63CCPE-ENCON Scholarship ......................................... 77CCPE-Manulife Financial National Scholarships ......... 77CCPE-Meloche Monnex Scholarship ........................... 77Celanese Canada Inc. (AUCC) .................................... 78Centennial Flame Research Award

for Persons with Disabilities ...................................... 84Central Okanagan Teachers Association– A.S. Matheson Education Scholarship ...................... 79Certified Management Accountants Society of BC-

William C.C. Easton Scholarship .............................. 45CGA Academic Excellence Scholarship ...................... 78CGA Continuing Education Tuition Scholarship .......... 78Chancellor’s Undergraduate Bursary ........................... 49Charles Chan Kent Golden Wedding Bursaries ........... 50Charles S. Walker Bursary ........................................... 55Chemistry Book Award - Dr. E.J. Wells ....................... 61Chemistry/Biochemistry Award .................................... 61Chevron Canada Ltd Scholarship ................................ 45Chien’s Cultural Foundation Bursary ........................... 53Chien’s Cultural Foundation Bursary ........................... 54Chien’s Cultural Foundation Scholarship ..................... 45Chien’s Cultural Foundation Scholarship ..................... 45CIBC Youthvision

Graduate Research Award Program ........................ 84CIPS Computing Co-op Award .................................... 87Clansmen Athletic Alumni Society Award .................... 63Claude E. Lewis Award in Education ........................... 61Cliff Lloyd Memorial Fund ............................................ 60Cloverdale Paint Incorporated Scholarship .................. 46CN Native Educational Awards Program ..................... 84Cohen Fund in Business - J. Segal Prize .................... 61Colin A. Conrad Bursary .............................................. 49Colonel Burnaby IODE Criminology Bursary ............... 53Columbia College Entrance Scholarship ..................... 42Communication Alumni Endowment Award ................. 58Computing Science Graduation Award ........................ 58Computing Science Student Society Award ................ 58Confratellanza Italo Canadese Bursary Endowment ... 49Connell Lightbody Endowment Fund ........................... 49Connor, Clark & Lunn Bursary ..................................... 54Coquitlam Foundation Scholarships and Bursaries ..... 70Corbiere-Lavell/Two Axe Early Award ......................... 84CREO Electronics Corporation Scholarship ................ 44

DD.B. Perks & Associates Ltd. Endowment Fund .......... 48Daniel Janzen Memorial Scholarship ........................... 42David Armstrong Memorial Bursary ............................. 48Daycare Bursaries ....................................................... 49De Jong/MacDonald Bursary ....................................... 49Dean of Science Award ............................................... 61Dean’s Scholarships .................................................... 42Dean’s Scholarships .................................................... 42Deans’ Convocation Medals ........................................ 57Delcan Corporation Bursaries ...................................... 52Delcan Corporation Bursaries ...................................... 55Deloitte & Touche Scholarship in Accounting .............. 46Department of Justice Canada:

Financial Assistance ................................................. 71Digman Bursary ........................................................... 55Distinctive Travel Services Inc.

Award for Excellence in Athletic Performanceand Academic Achievement ..................................... 48

DMR Award in Information Technology ....................... 58DMR Award in Information Technology ....................... 61DMR Award in Information Technology ....................... 62Don Smith Scholarship Fund (BCTV) .......................... 75Donald H.M. Ross Faculty of Arts Bursary .................. 54Dorothy May Martin Endowment Bursary Fund ........... 50Dorothy Sullivan Bursary ............................................. 51Downtown Vancouver Association Award

in Urban Studies ....................................................... 59Dr. Abe Unrau Memorial Co-op Prize .......................... 58Dr. Aimee August Scholarship ..................................... 68Dr. Alfredo E. Hurtado Memorial Scholarship .............. 45Dr. Ben Gullison Bursary ............................................. 49Dr. Cal Hoyt Bursary in Business Administration ......... 54Dr. Carol Matusicky Family Studies Bursary ................ 50Dr. Ed Colhoun Memorial Bursary ............................... 53

Dr. Gordon Shrum Athletic Award ................................ 64Dr. Grazia Merler Bursary in French ............................ 53Dr. Jack Diamond Bursary Endowment Fund .............. 49Dr. L. M. Greene Scholarship ...................................... 66Dr. M. Sheila O’Connell Prize

for Children’s Literature ...................................... 60, 61Dr. Margaret Ormsby Bursary in History ...................... 54Dr. Maxwell A. Cameron

Memorial Medals and Prize ...................................... 61Dr. Peter Harmon Wrestling Scholarship ..................... 63

EEarl Kinney Memorial Scholarship ............................... 72Eileen Purkiss Memorial Endowment Award ............... 57Eligibility ....................................................................... 88Elizabeth Young Memorial Bursary .............................. 55Ellen Bell YMCA Memorial Scholarship ....................... 78Embassy of Italy Scholarships ..................................... 71Emily Campbell Bursary Endowment Fund ................. 49Engineering Science Undergraduate Student

Project Award ........................................................... 58Engineering Students Project Award ........................... 77Engineering Undergraduate Student Society Award ... 58English Faculty Honours Bursary ................................. 53Erm Fiorillo – Hal Davis

CKNW Orphan’s Fund Bursary ................................ 49Esso Resources Canada Limited

– Native Education Award ........................................ 84Etuangat Inuit History Prize ......................................... 85European History Book Prize ....................................... 60Evelyn and Leigh Palmer Scholarship ......................... 47Evelyn J. Oliver Bursary ............................................... 50Evelyn Lett Scholarship ............................................... 45Evergreen Sport Fund Golf Award ............................... 63Executive Women International Bursary ...................... 54Externally administered awards ................................... 83Externally administered bursaries ................................ 80Externally administered entrance scholarships ............ 66External awards for all students ................................... 83External awards for Applied Sciences students ........... 87External awards for Arts students ................................ 87External awards for Science students .......................... 87External bursaries for all students ................................ 80External bursaries for Arts students ............................. 83External bursaries for Science students ...................... 83External entrance scholarships for all students ........... 66External loans .............................................................. 87External scholarships for all students .......................... 67External scholarships for Applied Sciences students .. 77External scholarships for Arts students ........................ 77External scholarships

for Business Administration students ....................... 78External scholarships for Education students .............. 79External scholarships for Science students ................. 79Externally administered programs ............................... 41Externally administered programs ............................... 66Externally administered scholarships

for continuing students ............................................. 67

FF.J. Connell Music Scholarship Trust .......................... 78F.W. Sullivan Visual Arts Award .................................. 60Faculty of Education Special Bursary Fund

Permanent Endowment ............................................ 55Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, (AUCC) ................ 71Farida Lalji and Jenny Kaderali

Undergraduate Bursary ............................................ 50Father Della-Torre Bursary Endowment Fund ............. 49Father Emmanuele Rosaia Scholarship ...................... 75Father Michael Bach Memorial Endowment Fund ....... 44Field Hockey Endowment Award ................................. 63Financial Assistance and Awards ................................ 41Financial Executives Institute Scholarship ................... 46First Marathon Inc. Award in Kinesiology ..................... 58Florence and Lynn Sully Basketball Scholarship ......... 65For BC college students ............................................... 42For BC secondary school students;

application required .................................................. 42For BC secondary school students;

no application required ............................................. 42For Canadian high school students ............................. 42For more information .................................................... 89Fred & Maureen Wright Bursary .................................. 52Fred and Elaine Moonen

Scholarship in Communication ................................. 44

GG.A.B.C. Chuck Bayley Memorial Award ..................... 59G.F. Kym Anthony Endowment Fund .......................... 62Gandhi Essay Award ................................................... 57General Information and Regulations .......................... 41Geraldo Donato Vertone Scholarship .......................... 76Gil Moser Scholarship .................................................. 46Gillis Purcell Memorial Journalism Scholarship

for Native Canadians ................................................ 74Glenayre Award in Engineering Science/

Computing Science .................................................. 59Global Television Network

Broadcasters of the Future Awards .......................... 85Goel Memorial Scholarship .......................................... 47Gordon M. Shrum Gold Medal ..................................... 57Gordon M. Shrum National Scholarships ..................... 42Gordon M. Shrum Scholarships ................................... 42Government administered programs ........................... 41Government administered programs ........................... 88Government Finance Officers Association

– Frank L. Greathouse Government AccountingScholarship ............................................................... 79

Government of BC Women’s Equality Bursaries ......... 49Government loans ........................................................ 88Government part-time grants/loans ............................. 88Governor General’s Silver Medal ................................. 57Grace Woodsworth MacInnis Bursary ......................... 53Grant Wilson Memorial Scholarship ............................. 46Grants for female doctoral students ............................. 89Grants for students with permanent disabilities ........... 89Gulf and Fraser Credit Union

– Robert F. Long Educational Award ........................ 85

HHal Rogers Endowment Fund ...................................... 82Hamber Foundation ..................................................... 50Hamilton Community Foundation ................................. 81Harold Arvid Christenson

Memorial Scholarship Fund ...................................... 70Harold Hancheroff

Memorial Scholarship in Sports Education ............... 44Harold Lauer B’nai B’rith (Lions Gate Lodge 1716) ..... 50Harry and Dora Annie Smee Bursary .......................... 51Harvey and Dorothy Burt Bursary Endowment Fund ... 49Heart and Stroke Foundation of B.C. and Yukon ......... 85Helen Pitt Fund for Fine Arts

(Vancouver Foundation) ........................................... 54Henderson Development Ltd. Bursary ......................... 54Heroes of Our Time ..................................................... 85Hong Kong University BC Alumni Award ..................... 57Honor Roll .................................................................... 57Honourable William M. Hamilton

Memorial Scholarship ............................................... 46Honourable William M. Hamilton Scholarship .............. 42Horne Family Alumni Bursary ...................................... 50How to Apply ................................................................ 88Howie Larke Sport Information .................................... 43Hugh Christie Memorial Bursary – YMCA .................... 80Hugh Clark Memorial Bursary ...................................... 52Hughes Aircraft Native Indian Scholarship .................. 43Hughes Aircraft of Canada Limited .............................. 44Human Resources Management

Association of B.C. Scholarship ............................... 46Husky Oil Education Awards for Native People ........... 85Hy Aisenstat Scholarship ............................................. 43

IIain Ormsaig MacKinnon Memorial Fund ..................... 57IATSE-Motion Picture Technicians Union

Local 891 Bursary ..................................................... 53ICABC Desmond O’Brien Memorial Scholarship ......... 46Imasco Scholarship for Disabled Students .................. 71Imperial Oil Higher Education Awards ......................... 66Imperial Oil Resources

– Native Educational Awards Program ..................... 85Index ............................................................................ 89India Club Scholarship ................................................. 43Indian and Northern Affairs Canada

Post-secondary Student Support Program ............... 85Indian/Inuit Professional Health Careers Program ....... 72Indian/Inuit Professional Health Careers Program ....... 81Indo-Canadian Wrestling Award .................................. 63Ingrid Nystrom Archaeology Award ............................. 60Institute for the Humanities Travel-Study Award .......... 60

91Financial Assistance and Awards

Institute of Chartered Accountantsof British Columbia/Simon Fraser UniversityCo-operative Education Program Award .................. 54

Insurance Institute of B.C. Bursary .............................. 81Interior Logging Association Scholarship ..................... 72International Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’s

Union – Thomas P. Mayes Scholarship ................... 72International Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’s

Union Harry Bridges Entrance Scholarships ...... 66, 72International Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’s

Union Local 506 - Ralph ScrutonMemorial Scholarship ............................................... 72

International Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’sUnion Local 517 – Bud Smith Scholarship ............... 72

International student loans ........................................... 88Intramural Involvement Award ..................................... 63IODE Burnaby Municipal Chapter Bursary .................. 52IODE Burnaby Municipal Chapter Bursary .................. 55IODE Burquitlam Chapter ............................................ 53IODE Evelyn Price Memorial Bursary .......................... 50Irene May Surbey Bursary ........................................... 53Irene May Surbey Bursary ........................................... 56

JJ. Douglas Ferguson

Historical Research Foundation ............................... 85J. Newton Robinson

Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund .................. 44J. Rose Memorial Bursary Fund .................................. 55Jack Diamond National Entrance Scholarships ........... 42Jack Diamond Scholarships ......................................... 42James M. Harrison Bursary ......................................... 81James W. Bourque

Studentship in Northern Geography ......................... 69Jane Austen Society Prize ........................................... 59Jane Norman Memorial Bursary .................................. 56Japanese Government (Monbusho) Scholarship ......... 73Japanese-Canadian Centennial Scholarship ............... 43Jason Auramenko Memorial Golf Award ..................... 62Jay Triano Basketball Award ....................................... 65JDS FITEL Inc., (AUCC) .............................................. 79Jean G.K. Bailey Memorial Fund ................................. 61Jennifer Allen Simons Bursary ..................................... 51Jerry and Belle Lundie Memorial Scholarship .............. 45Jerry and Belle Lundie Memorial Scholarship .............. 46Jewish Women International of BC Scholarships ........ 72Jim Allard Broadcast Journalism Scholarship .............. 67Jim and Penny Cavers Endowment Fund .................... 49Jim Ciccone Men’s Basketball Award .......................... 63Jim Forsythe Olympian Award ..................................... 63Joan H. Walter Memorial Fund .................................... 58Jo-Ann Mychaluk Bursary Endowment Fund ............... 50John and Isabel Young Bursary ................................... 52John Buchanan Men’s Soccer Scholarship ................. 47John Michael McLarty Bursary ..................................... 50John Stell Sykes Scholarship Endowment ................... 45Jonathan Mara Entrepreneurs Award .......................... 57Jon-Lee Kootnekoff Basketball Award ......................... 64Joseph and Rosalie Segal Scholarship ....................... 43Joseph Golland Memorial Scholarship Fund ............... 71Judge Brian Stevenson Bursary Fund ......................... 83Judy Kelly Humanitarian Award ................................... 57

KKazuya Shinyashiki

Memorial Bursary in Computing Science ................. 52Keg Restaurants Ltd Athletic Award ............................ 64Keith and Betty Beedie Foundation ............................. 54Keith and Betty Beedie Scholarship ............................. 45Keith G Loughlin Gerontology Bursary ........................ 53Kelly O’Hagan Memorial Bursary ................................. 54Ken and Su Jang Entrance Bursary ............................. 50Ken and Su Jang

Scholarship for Women in Science ..................... 44, 47Ken Caple Scholarships ............................................... 42Ken Turner Memorial Endowment Fund Bursary ......... 56Kenneth Conibear Bursary in English .......................... 53Kenneth Strand National Scholarships ........................ 42

LL. Pierre Bonneau Memorial Bursary ........................... 48Labatt Breweries Award in Soccer ............................... 64Labatt Breweries of BC Limited Football Awards ......... 64Laidlaw Foundation Children at Risk,

Aboriginal and Black Scholars Programs ................. 72

Laing Property Endowment Fund Bursary ................... 54Larry Davis/Penn-Gold Resources Inc.

PNB Award in Golf .................................................... 63Laurence Mervyn Cox Internships in the Centre for

Research in Academic Writing ................................. 59Learning Disabilities Association of BC Bursary .......... 55Legal Studies for Aboriginal People Grants and

Scholarships Program .............................................. 73Les and Greg Edgelow Wrestling Award ..................... 63Linda Brideau Memorial Scholarship ........................... 45Lis Welch Scholarship in Marketing ............................. 46Lois M. Fisher Bursary ................................................. 49Lois McConkey Memorial Fellowship ........................... 86Lorne M. Kendall

Memorial Scholarship in Psychology ........................ 45Lorraine Wintrup Memorial Endowment Scholarship ... 46Lotus Light Charity Society Scholarship ...................... 73Lui Passaglia Football Award ....................................... 64Lydia McCombie Memorial Bursary ............................. 53Lynn and Florence Sully Women’s Basketball Award .. 48Lynn K. Sully Athletic Award ........................................ 65

MMacKenzie and Feimann Limited Scholarship ............. 47Madeleine Nelson/Megan Thomas Bursary ................. 50Madeline Bronsdon Rowan Endowment Fund ............. 86Madge Hogarth Bursaries ............................................ 50Madge Hogarth Scholarships in Education .................. 47Magna For Canada Scholarship Fund ......................... 73Mahatma Gandhi Humanitarian Scholarship ............... 45Management and Systems Science Prize ................... 59Management and Systems Science Prize ................... 61Management and Systems Science Prize ................... 62Marcia Scholarship in Electroacoustics ....................... 57Margaret A. Mitchell Bursary in Political Science ......... 53Margaret A. Mitchell Bursary in Women’s Studies ....... 54Margaret J. Menzel Memorial Scholarship ................... 45Margaret Lawson McTaggart-Cowan Alumni ............... 56Margaret Ormsby History Prize Endowment Fund ...... 60Maria Kuchar Accounting Scholarship ......................... 46Mary Batchelor Memorial Scholarship ......................... 44Mathematics and Statistics Endowment Fund ............. 62Mattinson Endowment Fund

Scholarship for Disabled Students ........................... 73Maureen Pollard Memorial Bursary ............................. 55Maurice S. Dodge Bursary ........................................... 54May Bennett Bursary Endowment Fund ...................... 55McCavour Family Bursary in Criminology .................... 53McDonalds Restaurants Athletic Award ....................... 64MDSI Mobile Data Solutions Inc. / Peter Kam

Scholarship ............................................................... 44Mensa Canada Scholarship ......................................... 73Merle L. Smith Bursary ................................................ 51Mike Jones Wrestling Endowment Fund ...................... 63Mildred Wirtanen Scholarship in Business ................... 46Ministry of Education – Official Language Programs ... 81Ministry of Health – Native Health Bursary .................. 81Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship ........... 79Moira Colbourne Alumni Scholarship ........................... 63Mona F. East Memorial Entrance Scholarship ............. 42Monsanto Native Forestry Scholarship ........................ 73Morris J. and Dena Wosk Bursary ............................... 52Motorola Wireless Data Group ..................................... 44Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Sommer

Scholarship in Geography .................................. 45, 47Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Chu Bursary ................................. 49Mrs. Rosalie Segal

Endowment Fund for StudentsWith Special Needs .................................................. 51

Mungo Martin Memorial Award .................................... 86Murray Farr Bursary in Performing Arts ....................... 53Murray Pezim Football Scholarship ............................. 48

NNancy Ryckman Scholarship ....................................... 75National Aboriginal Achievement

Arts Scholarship Program ......................................... 78National Aboriginal Achievement

Business & Science Scholarship .............................. 73National Congress of Italian-Canadians,

Pacific Regions ......................................................... 74National Federation of the Blind:

Advocates for Equality .............................................. 74Navy League of Canada

University Entrance Scholarship Program ................ 66

Ned de Beck Undergraduate Award ............................ 56New Brunswick Arts Scholarships ............................... 78Nick Kiniski Wrestling Award ....................................... 64Nick Kravariotis

Memorial Scholarship in Hellenic Studies ................ 60Nitikman/Chan Bursary ................................................ 50Noel Archambault Memorial Award in Film .................. 59Northern British Columbia Softball Award

in Women’s Softball .................................................. 64Northern Scientific Training Program ........................... 86NRC-CNRC

Women in Engineering and Science Program .... 77, 80Nuu-Chah Nulth Post Secondary Scholarships ........... 74

OOakley family endowed bursary in Science ................. 56Office of the Registrar

Bursary for Physically Challenged Students ............. 50Olga and Richard Murray

Bursary in Applied Sciences ..................................... 52Open Undergraduate Scholarship Program ................. 43Opsimath Club Bursary Endowment ............................ 50Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship Fund ............... 71Other entrance scholarships ........................................ 42

PPacific Coast Fishermen’s

Mutual Marine Insurance Company .......................... 81Pacific Custom Brokers Ltd. Softball Award ................ 64Pacific National Foundation Endowment Bursary ........ 52Pacific National Foundation Endowment Bursary ........ 54Pacific National Foundation Endowment Bursary ........ 55Pacific National Foundation Endowment Bursary ........ 56Pam Koczapska Memorial Award ................................ 85Patrick Duncan McTaggart-Cowan

Award in Physical Science ....................................... 47Paul and Ethel Seifner Linguistics Bursaries ............... 54Paul and Helen Trussell Science Scholarship Fund .... 44Paul and Helen Trussell Science Scholarship Fund .... 47Paul Coté Endowment Scholarship in Engineering ..... 44Paul Nemeth Wrestling Scholarship ............................ 64Pauline Jewett Scholarship .......................................... 45PEO International Peace Scholarship Fund

for Women ................................................................ 74PEO Sisterhood Educational Loan Fund ..................... 88Permanent Bursary Endowment Plan .......................... 50Peter and Elizabeth Belton Bursary in Biology ............ 55Peterhouse-Cambridge

Friends of Peterhouse Bursary ................................. 81Peterhouse-Cambridge Research Studentships .......... 86Petro-Canada Education Native Education Awards .... 86Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship in Education .................. 47Phi Theta Kappa International

$3,500 Summit Scholarships .................................... 42Philippa Polsen Memorial Prize ................................... 60Phillips, Hager & North Ltd Scholarship ....................... 46Pinkus and Chaia Huberman Foundation Bursary ....... 54Piolat Foundation Bursary ............................................ 82Piping Industry Journeyman Training and Industry

Promotion Fund ........................................................ 67PMC-Sierra Incorporated

Scholarship in Engineering ....................................... 44Port Moody Ecological Society Scholarship ................. 80Prize of the Ambassador of Switzerland in Canada ..... 60Prize of the French Consulate in Vancouver ............... 87Professional Development Program

Awards of Excellence ............................................... 61Professional Engineers of BC Hydro ........................... 52Province of BC International Year

of Physically Challenged Persons Bursaries ............ 82Psychology Alumni Honors Prize ................................. 60Public Works Association of British Columbia ............. 74Putnam Awards ............................................................ 62

QQueen Elizabeth II

British Columbia Centennial Scholarship ................. 74Queen Elizabeth Silver Jubilee|

Endowment Fund For Studyin a Second Official Language Award Program ........ 74

Quota International District 11Speech and Hearing Bursary ................................... 82

92 Financial Assistance and Awards

RR. Bruce Coles Memorial Scholarship ......................... 47R.B. Shaw Bursaries .................................................... 82R.J. McMaster Memorial Bursary

(Credit Union Foundation of B.C.) ............................ 54Radio Station CHMB AM1320

Award in Communication .......................................... 59Rae/Suart Alumni Basketball Awards .......................... 48Ralph Kerr Memorial Bursary Endowment Fund ......... 52Ralph Kerr Memorial Bursary Endowment Fund ......... 56Rama Reddy Political Science Award .......................... 60Raymond A. LeClair Memorial Scholarship Award ...... 86Raymond Crepault Scholarship ................................... 70Recreation Leadership Awards .................................... 64Regulations .................................................................. 43Regulations .................................................................. 48Regulations .................................................................. 65Regulations for Academic and Service Awards ........... 56Regulations for Athletic Awards ................................... 62Research Support in Arctic Environmental Studies ..... 74Retail Wholesale Union Local 580

– Stan Colbert Bursary ............................................. 82Retail Wholesale Union Local 580 Bursaries ............... 82Retail Wholesale Union, Local 517, Scholarship ......... 67Rhodes Scholarships ................................................... 75Richard Morgan Memorial Book Prize ......................... 60Rick Hansen Athletic Award ......................................... 63Rick Jones Memorial Award ........................................ 63Ridge Meadows Arts Council Bursary ......................... 83Rixon Rafter Bursary Fund .......................................... 82Robbie Robertson Scholarship .................................... 45Robert C. Brown Award ............................................... 59Robert F Harrison & Partners Athletic Award .............. 63Robert H. Lee

Scholarship in Business Administration .................... 46Robert L Stanfield Book Prize ...................................... 60Robert Markle Scholarship ........................................... 73Robert Rogow Bursary in Business Administration ..... 55Robert Rogow Scholarship .......................................... 46Robin Mercer Memorial Bursary in Archaeology ......... 53Roger G. Welch Alumni Prize ...................................... 58Rogers Communications Inc.

Award in Communication .......................................... 59Rogers Sugar Ltd. Bursaries ............................ 54, 54, 56Ron MacLeod

Scholarship in Environmental Science ..................... 47Rosslyn and Mary Penney Bursary .............................. 54Rotary Club of Vancouver

Community Service Bursary ..................................... 50Rotary Club of Vancouver Sunrise Entrance Bursary .. 50Rotary Club of Vancouver

Sunrise Entrance Scholarship .................................. 43Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships ......... 75Rotary Foundation Scholarships .................................. 75Royal Bank Native Student Awards Program .............. 86Royal Canadian Legion

(Pacific Command) Bursaries ................................... 82Royal Canadian Legion Branch #2 .............................. 64Royal Canadian Legion

Pacific Command Bursary Program ......................... 82Royal Canadian Naval Benevolent Fund ..................... 88Royal City Travel Limited Athletic Endowment ............ 64Rudi Haering Award in Physics .................................... 62

SSamuel Belzberg Award of Excellence in Finance ...... 61Sandra Spence Memorial Wrestling Award ................. 65Saskexpo ’86 Bursary .................................................. 51Saturn “Commitment to Excellence” Award ................. 75Sceptre Investment Counsel Administrative/Union

Pension Plan Bursary ............................................... 51Sceptre Investment Counsel Ltd Bursary .................... 51Scholarships for all students ........................................ 43Scholarships for Applied Sciences students ................ 44Scholarships for Arts students ..................................... 44Scholarships for Business Administration students ..... 45Scholarships for continuing students ........................... 43Scholarships for Education students ............................ 46Scholarships for Science students ............................... 47Scholarships for student athletes ................................. 47School for the Contemporary Arts Scholarship ............ 45Science Council of BC

Central Interior 2nd Year Science Award ................. 87Scientific Atlanta Canada Inc.,

Nexus Division Scholarship ...................................... 44

Scotiabank Award in Soccer ........................................ 64Scotiabank Student-Athlete Awards ............................ 64Scott Paper Alumni Endowment Award ....................... 64Sean McLeod Memorial Award in Music ...................... 60Seaspan International Bursary ..................................... 55SFU Accounting Club Award ....................................... 61SFU Athletic Awards for continuing students ............... 62SFU Indo-Canadian Students’ Association Bursaries .. 51SFU International Students’ Bursary Fund .................. 51Shell Canada Limited Scholarship

in Business Administration ....................................... 46SHL Systemhouse President’s Awards

for Education and Technology .................................. 77Sierra Systems Bursary in Computing Science ........... 52Simon Fraser Alumni Leadership Scholarship ............. 42Simon Fraser Scholarship ............................................ 42Simon Fraser Student Society UCB Pub Bursaries ..... 51Simon Fraser University

“The Challenge” Golf Award ..................................... 64Simon Fraser University 10th Anniversary

Endowment Bursary Fund ........................................ 51Simon Fraser University Alumni Soccer Award ........... 64Simon Fraser University Alumni Student-Athlete

Basketball Leadership Award ................................... 64Simon Fraser University Athletic Scholarships ............ 48Simon Fraser University Bursary Endowment Fund .... 51Simon Fraser University

Gold Medal and Prize In History ............................... 60Simon Fraser University International Students’

Emergency Assistance Fund .................................... 51Simon Fraser University Memorial Annual Fund ......... 51Simon Fraser University Open Bursaries ..................... 51Simon Fraser University Pipe Band

Memorial Award ........................................................ 57Simon Fraser University Piping Award ........................ 58Simon Fraser University Recreation Awards ............... 64Simon Fraser University Service Awards

(Contemporary Arts) ................................................. 59Simon Fraser University

Swimming Alumni Endowment Fund ........................ 64Simon Fraser University

Track and Field Alumni Scholarship ......................... 65Simon Fraser University Women’s Soccer

Endowment Fund ..................................................... 65Softball Associations Presidents’ Award

in Women’s Softball .................................................. 65Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity Award .................... 87Squamish Nation Bursary ............................................ 51Stanley Morisse Memorial Scholarship ........................ 42Stanley Sievenpiper Bursary Endowment Fund .......... 51Stephen Harold Edward Herring Prize ......................... 57Stephen McIntyre Book Prize in History Endowment .. 60Stephen Palmu Memorial Bursary ............................... 50Student Access Awards Program ................................ 74Student Emergency Loan Fund ................................... 65Students from other countries ...................................... 89Studentships in Northern Studies ................................ 76Sue MacDonald

Memorial Bursary Endowment Fund ........................ 50Sulzer Bingham Pumps Inc.

Undergraduate Scholarship ...................................... 43Summit Scholarships ................................................... 42Sunbrite Business Association

Scholarship in Business Administration .................... 46Surrey/White Rock University Women’s Club

Bursary Foundation .................................................. 83SWANA Scholarship .................................................... 76Sylvia R.H. Rice Memorial Bursary .............................. 55

TTadeusz Specht

Memorial Scholarship in Applied Sciences ......... 42, 42Tadeusz Specht Memorial Scholarship in Science 42, 42TCG International Inc. Bursary .................................... 52Teacher Savings Credit Union Bursary ........................ 55Team Skyline Ltd Athletic Award ................................. 65Ted Sinnott Memorial Fund .......................................... 58Ted Trindell Memorial Scholarship .............................. 76Telecommunications Workers Union

– J. Douglas Booth Memorial Scholarship ................ 67Telecommunications Workers Union Scholarships ...... 67Telecommunications Workers Union

Thomas Ward Stanley Memorial Scholarship .......... 67Terry Fox Gold Medal .................................................. 57Terry Fox Humanitarian Award .............................. 66, 71

The BBM Scholarship(Bureau of Broadcast Measurement) ....................... 69

The Brucebo Fine Art summer Scholarship ................. 78The Canadian Foundation

for the International Space University– summer Program ................................................... 83

The Canadian Golf Foundation .................................... 70The Credit Union-Forest Renewal BC

Bursary Program ...................................................... 81The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award .................................. 84The Foundation for the Advancement

of Aboriginal Youth ................................................... 85The Harry Jerome Scholarship fund ............................ 72The Honourable Angelo E. Branca and Mrs. Branca

Bursary Endowment Fund ........................................ 48The Keith Gilmore Foundation ..................................... 71The Law Foundation of Newfoundland Scholarship .... 72The Leon J. Ladner Athletic Award .............................. 64The Leonard Foundation

Financial Assistance Program .................................. 81The Lisa Huus Memorial Fund Bursary ....................... 81The Maritime Dairy Industry Scholarship ..................... 73The McEuen Undergraduate Scholarship

for Study in Scotland ................................................ 73The Military and Hospitaller Order of St. Lazarus of

Jerusalem Grand Priority in Canada ........................ 86The Navy League of Canada ....................................... 74The Norma Epstein Award for Creative Writing ........... 84The Paul Sargent

Memorial Linguistics Scholarship Program .............. 75The Pisapio Bursaries .................................................. 82The Pisapio Scholarships ............................................ 74The Public Trustee Educational Assistance Fund ....... 82The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute Awards ............... 86The Sisam Forestry Award .......................................... 87The Swedish Institute Guest Scholarship .................... 76The William McCallum Memorial Scholarship .............. 73The Wood Scholarship Fund

– The Women’s Associationof the Mining Industry of Canada, Toronto ............... 76

Trans Mountain Pipeline Company Ltd ........................ 43Trans-Canada Pipelines Research Scholarship .......... 47Trident Enrichment Society Bursary ............................ 52

UUnited Association of Plumbers & Steamfitters,

Local 170 Scholarship .............................................. 67United Food and Commercial Workers Union,

Local 1518 Scholarship ............................................ 67United States Students ................................................ 88University administered entrance scholarships ............ 42University administered loans ...................................... 65University administered programs ............................... 41University administered programs ............................... 42University College London Scholarships ..................... 76University Publishers ................................................... 65University Publishers Award

in Business Administration ....................................... 61University Publishers Award in Engineering ................ 59University Women’s Club of Coquitlam Bursary .......... 52University Women’s Club

of the Comox Valley Bursary .................................... 83University Women’s Club of Vancouver ........... 44, 47, 52University Women’s Club of Vancouver Scholarship ... 44Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation

Action Association Bursary ....................................... 56

VValerie Ann Kilby Memorial Bursary ............................ 53Valley Royals Award in Track and Field ...................... 65Vancouver Canada China

Friendship Association Bursary ................................ 52Vancouver Elementary School

Teachers Association Bursary .................................. 55Vancouver Executives Association

Bursary in Business Administration .......................... 55Vancouver Foundation – Advanced Arts

Study Awards ........................................................... 87Vancouver Foundation Health Science Bursaries ....... 53Vancouver Golf Club/MCL Motors

Golf Tournament Award in Golf ................................ 65Vancouver Municipal and Regional

Employees Union Bursary ........................................ 52Vancouver Mycological Society ................................... 76Vancouver Police Department Scholarships ................ 76

93Financial Assistance and Awards

Vancouver Port CorporationUndergraduate Scholarship in Geography ............... 45

Vancouver Ski Club ..................................................... 65Vancouver Stock Exchange Scholarship ..................... 44Vancouver Stock Exchange Scholarship ..................... 46Vancouver Sun/Province Scholarship .......................... 67Vancouver Sun/Province Special Scholarship ............. 67Victor J. Sundberg

Memorial Bursary in Engineering Science ................ 51Victor J. Sundberg

Memorial Bursary in Engineering Science ................ 52Victor V. Spencer Athletic Award ................................. 65Volunteers of the Burnaby Art Gallery

Award in Visual Arts ................................................. 61

WW. Lorne Davies Athletic Excellence Award ................ 63W. Lorne Davies Senior Graduation Award ................. 63Water Polo Award ........................................................ 65Watson Wyatt & Company

Scholarship in Actuarial Mathematics ....................... 47Wayne Holm Football Scholarship Endowment Fund .. 63Webber Chemistry Co-op Book Prize .......................... 62West Coast Reduction Ltd Athletic Award ................... 65Western Businesswomen’s Association Bursary ......... 52Weyerhaeuser Canada Diversity Education Awards ... 87White Rock Renegades Women’s Softball Awards ..... 65White Rock University Women’s Club Bursary ............ 83White Spot Limited Bursary ......................................... 83William A. (Bill) Stewart

Volunteer Leadership Award .................................... 58William and Amelia McMahan Scholarships ................ 47

William and Jane Saywell Bursary ............................... 51William and Mary Kostash

Award for Film and Video Arts .................................. 85William Gordon Memorial Bursary ............................... 49William L. Hurford Memorial Scholarship ..................... 66William McMahan Trophy in Football ........................... 64Winnie Topping Memorial Prize ................................... 60Wolfe Chevrolet Oldsmobile

Scholarship in Marketing .......................................... 46Woman’s Opportunity Award ....................................... 87Work-Study program .................................................... 89

XXerox Aboriginal Scholarships Program ...................... 76

YYolande D. Anderson Women’s Basketball Award ...... 62