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  • International Scholarships

    International Scholarships

    A large bulk of Canada’s student population—in addition to the actual base population—is made up of immigrants and international students. But going to a university or college in another country always means one major thing: hiked up international tuition fees. While Canada can offer some great education to those who may not have the same opportunities in their own countries, the price isn’t cheap. Luckily there are some significant scholarships up for grabs geared specifically to international students.

    International Undergraduates Scholarships within Canada

    Humber College International Entrance Scholarships

    Divided throughout the school’s three semesters per year, international scholarships here are awarded based on serious consideration of academics, reference letters, statement of interest and community involvement. In other words, the best get the money. There are scholarships awarded that amount to between $1,000 and $5,0000, and even full tuition. The latter is only awarded to three students throughout the year, so that’s the one to shoot for. These scholarships are both entry and Bachelor’s Degree Scholarships.

    www.international.humber.ca/study-at-humber/scholarships.html

    York University International Student Scholarship Program

    With scholarships up for grabs for both undergraduates and graduate students, there are entry, continuing student scholarships and bursaries to apply for if you are an international student. York students are encouraged to set up a Student Financial Profile to be aware of the selection and application processes.

    www.yorkinternational.yorku.ca/current-international-students/scholarships-awards-and-bursaries/

    University of British Columbia Scholarships for International Students

    Vancouver is one of the best cities to live in if you are an international student. UBC offers individual entry scholarships totalling in $40,000 over four years. That’s $10,000 per year, which is some of the best money in Canada hands down.

    www.you.ubc.ca/financial-planning/scholarships-awards-international-students/

    Carleton University Entrance Scholarships for International Students

    As long as you have an admission average of between 80-84.9% or 85-89.9%–depending on what you apply for—you could be eligible for Carleton University scholarships amounting to between $1,000 and $8,000.

    www.carleton.ca/awards/scholarships/entrance-scholarships-for-new-students/scholarships/

    International Graduate Scholarships within Canada

    These four schools boast some of the best scholarships within Canada for international students pursuing either a Masters degree or a Doctorate degree. These are awarded based on your previous undergraduate success, work experience, references, and personal essays. These take more time to apply for than the above—apart from the entrance scholarships—but oftentimes the amount you can receive from a single university can be higher within the graduate sphere.

    University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships

    www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/585.html

    Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships

    www.trudeaufoundation.ca/en/programs/doctoral-scholarships

    University of Waterloo International Master’s and Doctoral Student Awards

    www.uwaterloo.ca/graduate-studies/awards/international-masters-and-doctoral-student-awards-imsa-idsa

    University of Calgary Graduate Awards

    www.grad.ucalgary.ca/awards

  • February 2017: Apply Now!

    February 2017: Apply Now!

    Leadership Scholarships

    Amount: $2,000

    Provided by: Redeemer University College

    Deadline: February 28, 2017

    Number Available: 20

    Type of Award: Scholarship

    Automatic Consideration: No

    Website: http://www.redeemer.ca/financial-aid-apply

    Application Address: http://www.redeemer.ca/financial-aid-apply

     

    RBC Students Leading Change Scholarships

    Amount:$10,000

    Provided by:RBC Royal Bank

    Deadline:February 28, 2017

    Donor:RBC Royal Bank

    Renewable:No

    Number Available:15

    Type of Award:Scholarship

    Automatic Consideration:No

    Application Address:http://scholarships.rbc.com/StudentsLeadingChange

     

    $1,000 CollegeWeekLive Scholarship Giveaway

    Amount:$1,000

    Provided by:College Week Live

    Deadline:February 28, 2017

    Donor:CollegeWeekLive

    Renewable:No

    Number Available:1

    Type of Award:Contest

    Automatic Consideration:No

    Website:http://www.collegeweeklive.com/

    Application Address:http://www.collegeweeklive.com/international/sign-up/monthly?refcode=INT_EDGE_WEB_MONTHLYF

     

    President`s Admission Scholarships

    Amount:$4,000

    Provided by:University of Calgary

    Deadline:March 01, 2017

    Renewable:No

    Type of Award:Scholarship

    Automatic Consideration:Yes

    Level of Study:Bachelor;

    Year of Study:Entering first year

    Citizenship:Any

    Schools Attended:Any School

    School of Study:University of Calgary

    Region of Residence: n/s

    Course Load: Full-time or Part-time

    Region of Study:Alberta

    Address: http://www.ucalgary.ca/pubs/calendar/archives/2015/awards-scholarships.html

     

    Alumni Entrance Scholarship

    Scholarship Value: $2,000

    Awards Available: 2

    Award Deadline: February 15, 2017

    Application address: http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/alumni/scholarships-awards/alumni-scholarships.html

     

    Harry Arthurs Alumni Families Entrance Scholarship

    Scholarship Value: $24,000

    Awards Available: 1

    Award Deadline: February 15, 2017

    Address: http://sfs.yorku.ca/scholarships/award-view?awardID=0750

     

    Haworth Skilled Trades Scholarship

    Scholarship Value: $2,000

    Awards Available: 2

    Award Deadline: February 15, 2017

    Address: http://www.haworth.com/company-info/internships-scholarships

     

    John S. Proctor Entrance Scholarship

    Scholarship Value: $32,000

    Awards Available: 1

    Award Deadline: February 15, 2017

    Address: http://sfs.yorku.ca/scholarships/award-view?awardID=0268

     

    Foresters Competitive Scholarship Program

    Scholarship Value: $8,000

    Awards Available: 250

    Award Deadline: February 28, 2017

    Address: http://www.foresters.com/en-ca/foresters-difference/grants-and-scholarship/foresters-competitive-scholarship

  • How to Save Money for School

    How to Save Money for School

    You’ve most likely heard the costs for university and college. All the residence, tuition, extra fees; it’s crazy! Getting ready for college or university can be very stressful and frustrating; especially when it comes to money. Trying to save money for school may be difficult when you feel as if you’re not saving enough. Although there are numerous ways to pay for your education such as government funding, scholarships, bursaries, awards and maybe help from your parents, you should also start to save some of your own money for school. Here are some simple, mostly stress-free ways to save money for school:

    Get a part time job

    Although the most obvious and easiest way to save money, it is the best way to save. If you don’t have a part time job, start applying for one that interests you. Whether in retail, food, etc. I’m sure you’ll be able to find something. If you already have a job; great! If you have the time, ask for more hours. With every paycheck, putting much of your pay into a savings account and keep the rest for yourself.

    Spend less money

    I don’t know about you but I tend to spend quite a bit of money whether it’s going out to a restaurant, the movies, buying some new book or clothes. By spending a lot of money, it doesn’t allow you to save a lot. You can save money by spending less. Try eating in more and cooking meals, watching movies at home, renting books from the library or go thrift shopping. (At least it’s cheaper) I’m not saying don’t go out at all, but by finding alternative ways to save money can be equally fun!

    Put spare money in a jar

    This one is pretty self explanatory: whenever you have spare money in your wallet, car, between the couch cushions, put it in a jar. As well, there are multiple techniques such as putting $5 in a jar per day, couple times a week, etc. Pinterest has many ways of methods of saving by putting money in a jar.

    Do free stuff

    Another way to save money is to try doing more free things (or things that don’t cost as much). There are a variety of free things you can do in your city such as public skating, yoga and other fitness classes (although it may not be free, they tend to be less expensive than a gym membership), hiking, biking, going to the beach, etc. I’m sure you will be able to find some fun, free things to do that can help you save your money.

    Create a budget

    When it comes to spending money on yourself or others, it can be difficult to try to spend as little as possible. Christmas is the worst time to spend a lot of money, as there are so many deals. A way to make it through holidays, birthdays or any other celebration that requires spending money is to create a budget. Try sitting down and figuring out how much you’re willing to spend without going overboard and still having money to put away into savings.

    Sell clothes

    Although there are many organizations that you can donate clothes to such as value village or salvation army, try selling your clothes first. Depop is an app that allows users to buy and sell clothes. There are many other apps and websites like poshmark, copious, and many more! If nobody buys your clothes, you can always donate them.

    Do more D.I.Y’s

    Buying items for your house, room or just things in general can be costly. If you’re able to, try to be crafty by making more of these items. Pinterest is a great website to use to find easy D.I.Y’s (Do it yourself).

     

    Hopefully it doesn’t seem too hard to save money now with some new methods and techniques to save. Luckily, there are ways you can save to maximize the amount you put away for school!  Happy saving!

    Reference:

    http://mashable.com/2013/09/03/clothes-resale/

  • How to Save Money to Pay for College or University

    How to Save Money to Pay for College or University

    When you start thinking about attending college or university, it can seem like an expensive task. Tuition, books, and residence fees add up to a pretty hefty price tag, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. There’s a lot you can do when you’re still in high school to save money toward paying for college or university.

    Start Saving as Early as You Can
    The sooner you start saving money for school, the better. The best way to do this is to open a separate savings account at your bank, where you can deposit money you want to save for school. This way, your money will also earn some interest for you.
    You should also work out a budget of what it will cost to attend the college or university program of your choice. Schools and programs will vary in cost, but by looking at a wide variety of schools you will have an average price range to use as your savings goal.
    Once you know your goal amount, make sure you put money into your savings account as often as you can. A little bit at a time is all you need, such as money from your allowance or birthday and holiday gifts. You’ll see – it will add up pretty quickly.

    Earn Money Working Part-Time or During Summer
    Many students have part time jobs in high school. If you’re already working, then you can easily save money by putting some money into your savings account immediately after each paycheque. By doing this first thing each payday, you can make sure you save before you spend it.
    However, not every student has the opportunity to work during the school year, whether due to family obligations, sports and clubs, or parents who prefer you focus on academics. The thing to remember is that there are always breaks, such as spring break and summer vacation, which are an ideal time to pick up some work.

    There are many flexible jobs for students, as well. These include retail, food service, babysitting, camp counsellor, yard work and snow removal, washing cars, and even dog walking, to name just a few options.

    Start a Registered Education Savings Plan
    Known as an RESP, these are specific bank investments designed to help families save money for a child’s education. These plans enable parents and other family members to contribute to pay for school, and the younger the child is when the RESP is opened, the better.
    These investments offer benefits with taxes, as well as government matching of contributions up to a specific dollar amount each year. This makes an RESP a valuable way to save for school.

    Apply for Scholarships and Grants
    While not saving money per se, scholarships and grants are a great way to offset the costs associated with college and university. There are many scholarships for whatever program you want to study. The qualification requirements will vary, meaning you will always be able to find something to apply for. Some scholarships can even be applied for as early as your third year of high school.
    Scholarships and grant opportunities can be found all over, from local businesses and organizations in your town or city, as well as province-wide and Canada-wide.

    Student Loans
    It’s not always possible to save the entire amount you will need to cover the cost of your education – and that’s okay. Student loans exist for exactly that reason: to ensure that students who want to attend college or university can do so.
    Many banks offer student loans for educational purposes, and there are also government student loan programs, such as the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). These programs are valuable resources for students to help finance their education. The terms of the loan will vary depending on the source, but often include better interest rates and different repayment options than a standard loan.

  • Creating a Realistic Budget for YOU in Post-Secondary

    Creating a Realistic Budget for YOU in Post-Secondary

    By Gavin Mercier

    So, you’ve graduated high school, or are going to. So you’ve moved to away to school, or maybe you’re staying home. So you’re living alone for the first time ever, or maybe you have a roommate. So you’ve saved up for this moment, or maybe you haven’t. So you’ve got a job, or maybe you don’t need one or don’t have time for one. So you’ve taken a student loan, or got a scholarship, or applied for bursaries, or maybe your parents are paying your tuition. Whatever your situation is, it’s important manage your money in post-secondary. However, whatever your situation is, it is unique. There isn’t an easy way to budget your money that works for everybody. But that doesn’t mean that there isn’t an easy way to budget for you.

    Essential Expenses

    The very first thing you should do is to take a look at your essential expenses – things that you can’t live without. If you’re paying for rent, that is going to be your most important expense – and your biggest. However, no matter what happens, you will be glad to have a roof over your head.

    Next, food. According to Statscanada, the average Canadian spends around $250 per month on food and drink. That is a lot of money, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend that. Look at what you can afford, and more importantly, what you need. You might have to give up those fancy foods expensive snacks for a while, or at least until they go on sale. Only buy what you need, and try your best to eat it before it goes bad. That way, you don’t waste money buying food that is just going to spoil.

    Income

    Next, look at how much money you make or is being provided for you. Weigh that amount against your essential expenses. Ideally you should have more income than expenses. If this isn’t the case, consider cutting down on a few things or getting a job (if you don’t have one already.)

    Lifestyle

    So, you know how much money you have to spend each month, but what about money that you want to spend? Post-secondary isn’t a time to count nickels and stay inside all the time; it’s supposed to be one of the best times of your life! See what you have left over after paying your essentials, and use that money on your lifestyle – paying for your phone, hobbies, or going out. Don’t be afraid to spend a little money to have fun, just make sure you don’t overdo it. Keep track of how much money you have and try only taking what you need when you go out. That way, you can avoid spending more money than you mean to. Finally, try not to spend all of your leftover money. Try putting a little bit away each month in case of emergencies. This way, you have a safety net if you slip up, and extra money for your own financial goals in the future.

    Budgeting money isn’t easy. It takes time and effort to create a good budget plan that works, and everyone is different. Make sure that your budget fits what you need, and not the other way around. Your budget shouldn’t determine the lifestyle you live, but you should be prepared to make some sacrifices in order to make a budget the fits with your lifestyle.

  • How to Navigate the Canada Council for the Arts

    How to Navigate the Canada Council for the Arts

    It is difficult not to find a single artist or professor at any given university who has not at least applied for a Canada Council for the Arts grant. Known to be extremely supportive of the Canadian artists, the government is its main affiliate. Created to promote the study of art and support the steady production of works in the arts, the council funds Canadian artists and organizations. After university, it is common for students to be worried about debt and funding their projects. Taking on a substantial project like a novel, or an exhibition, or a film can require not only a lot of money for equipment and research, but a great deal of time. Holding an unrelated job can severely get in the way of the growth and quality of a project. And that is where the Canada Council for the Arts can come in.

    Your first step is to create an account and register your profile for validation; this could be a personal profile or a company profile—whether it is visual arts or writing, you will be assessed based on your experience, the strength of your application and project, and your credentials. Once you have gone through the registration steps your profile will be reviewed by Canada Council staff and validated. After this process, you can apply to different grant components.

    Every year the council receives around 16,000 grant requests; these are reviewed by panels of artists. In the past, the council has awarded nearly 5,000 grants to organizations and artists that totalled in more than $150 million. While this is a great deal of money, the sheer volume of applications means that your application needs to stand out.

    Know the assessment criteria

    Visit the website and make sure you follow the guidelines directly. Know what the assessors are looking for in your particular field and how much attention to focus on each point like budget estimates, time estimates and travel needs.

    Research and be prepared

    Be sure to include thorough facts to demonstrate the intended impact of your proposed project. It is extremely important to edit multiple times for grammatical and spelling errors. Having a second pair of eyes to check over it always helps. Provide detailed background information on your field of practice and past work. Be straight to the point and express that your project is well planned and that it can be carried our smoothly. You are representing Canadian artists when you win a grant, and so the council chooses these winners with a lot of serious consideration.

    Finances

    Be careful not to claim bad health, financial need or other personal issues as reasons for requesting Canada Council financial support. The idea is to focus on the positive impact that your project will provide to the public. You are not pitching yourself, but rather the talents careful creative efforts that can spawn a project that will touch people.

    Works Cited:

    www.canadacouncil.ca

  • Don’t Fall Into the Crowd: How to Creatively Stand Out with Your College Essay Application

    Don’t Fall Into the Crowd: How to Creatively Stand Out with Your College Essay Application

    Let’s be honest. College applications are hard work. Why? Well, all of us certainly want to end up in the institution of our choice. Maybe it is a prestigious college or university, one of the few schools that offer the program we target, close to our friends or family, has an excellent on-campus residence, or offers a wide range of electives–whatever our reasons may be for having our preferences—most of us would be willing to do anything to ensure we get into the school of our choice.

    However, just like a job application, one has to truly prove their worth to gain acceptance, and the first step is to have a college essay application that stands out in a creative sense. One can have a perfect record of attendance and punctuality or all As on their report card or an outstanding record for leading school events and extracurricular activities, but if these are not accompanied by a well-written and creative essay, chances are slim that he or she will get admitted.

    So if you are facing a predicament of writing an essay that would be read by admission boards word per word and not be ignored, it’s time to pay attention to these tips to make your college essay application exceptional.

    Write to express, not to impress.

    If you are a “Modern Family” buff, you probably remember that recent episode where Manny prepares a parody video of the smash hit musical “Hamilton” to get into the playwriting program of Juilliard School. He is so proud of himself at first, but he finds out there were hundreds of other aspiring students to the same school who did the same thing. Eventually he decides to do a video that shows a touching story of his immigrant mother and his stepfather who started a business from scratch.

    The same thing applies with your essay. You don’t have to go all Shakespearean and stretch yourself too thin for something that isn’t you. The important thing is to express yourself clearly and relay the things that truly matters to you—all while maintaining authenticity.

    Make sure your piece has a soul.

    Most students try too hard to impress the admissions board that they offer a laundry list of their accomplishments. Sure, pointing out what you have achieved is certainly standard in any application—and it is with good reason that you are proud of yourself. However, it should not be about how many awards or recognitions you have received.

    What is more important is to detail how those awards or recognitions contributed to your studies or your well-being. For instance, you may have received the Civic Engagement award from your school in the previous year. Don’t just give the name of the award, stop there, and name the next award. Instead, describe your inspiration behind your civic engagement and how important it is to be a concerned member of your society.

    Do your research, but make sure to personalize it.

    Admissions boards would take notice if you have obviously done your research about the institution. However, there is no need to expound on the school’s history or mission or vision. The admissions board know those already—they probably even helped write those!

    What they are looking for is what you can bring to the table that aligns with their mission or vision and what your end goal is. Say you probably learned of someone from the school who moved on to greater things, someone you really admire, and you can say you wish to follow their example.

    College essay applications are a Herculean task, but they don’t necessarily have to be if you just follow the tips above. We wish you the best of luck!

  • January 2017 Scholarships: Apply Now!

    January 2017 Scholarships: Apply Now!

    SFU Tadeusz Specht Memorial Scholarship

    Scholarship Value: $10,000

    Awards Available: 10

    Award Deadline: January 31, 2017

    Website: https://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid/entrance/canadianhs/es-appreq.html

     

    Dick Martin Scholarship Award

    Amount: $3000

    Awards available: 1

    Deadline: January 31st, 2017

    Website: https://www.ccohs.ca/scholarship/

     

    Best School Year Ever Scholarship Contest   

    Value: between $1000 and $10,000

    Deadline: January 9, 2017

    Website: http://bestschoolyearever.ca/

     

    University of King’s College Donald R. Sobey Family Scholarships

    Deadline: January 15, 2017

    Value: Two $50,000 entrance scholarships

    Website: http://donaldsobeyfamilyscholarships.ca/

     

    Kin Canada Bursary 

    Deadline: February 1, 2017

    Value: $1000

    Website: http://www.kincanada.ca/

     

    Arctic Co-Operatives Award

    Amount: $2500

    Deadline: January 29th, 2017

    Website: https://cnst-fcen.fluidreview.com/p/legacy/a/444/

     

    Guelph Chancellor and President’s Scholarships:

     

    Chancellor’s Scholarship

    Awards: 1

    Amount: $40,000 over 4 years

    Website: https://www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/studentfinance/apps/awards?app=awards&id=E0688

     

    President’s Scholarship

    Awards: 8

    Amount: $40,000 over 4 years

    Website: https://www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/studentfinance/apps/awards?app=awards&id=E0238

     

    Lincoln Alexander Chancellor’s Scholarships

    Awards: 2

    Amount: $40,000 over 4 years

    Website: https://www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/studentfinance/apps/awards?app=awards&id=E0689

     

    Money 101 Quiz Presented by Scotia Bank and Yconic

    Awards: $13, 000 in cash prizes

    Amount: Varies

    Deadline: January 17th, 2017

    Website: https://yconic.com/program/scotiabank-money-101-quiz

  • Unusual Scholarships

    Unusual Scholarships

    So, you’re a student in need of money. Your grades aren’t the highest things in the world and you haven’t really had the time to join any school clubs or societies. Sure, there are part-time jobs, but unless you work just as much as you study there isn’t really much to be said in terms of income. Well, lucky for you, there are some crazy cool (and crazy strange) scholarships available to students studying in Canada.

    At Redeemer University College in Ancastar, Ontario, and The King’s University in Edmonton, Alberta, there is a scholarship you can receive called The Voortman Cookies Bursary. If you meet all the minimum requirements as a student and have a parent who is currently employed with Voortman Cookies, you’re eligible to win $2,000 at Redeemer’s and $500 at King’s. It just got way better having a parent in the cookie industry.

    World Ringette Championship Bursary is handed out to students of Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario, for demonstrating financial need and being a part of a recognized Ringette Association in Ontario at any time prior to their studies at the university.

    Stuck at Prom is a really great way to earn some money should you be fashion inclined. You submit your photos of either you solo or you and a partner in prom gear made entirely from duck -tape. Should you win, you’re looking at a $10,000 cheque with your name on it. The official rule book can be found here: http://stuckatprom.com/how-it-works/official-rules/

    If you’re an artsy kind of student living in the United States, Canada, or Mexico, you’re eligible to apply for the annual Jay Kennedy Scholarship. You submit eight pieces of original cartoon drawings to a panel of judges and if your stuff is chosen you just won yourself $5,000. The deadline for this guy is actually December 15, 2015, so, you’ve got plenty of time left.

    This one may not be as exciting as the cookie scholarship but it certainly takes the cake for scholarship funding. Le Cordon Bleu Scholarship Award is handed out to those who take cooking seriously. If you win the award you’ll not only be given a fully funded placement in the Diplome de Cuisine program at Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa Culinary Arts Institute, but you’ll also earn yourself a paid internship working alongside renowned Chef Yannick Anton. This scholarship is worth a whopping $30,000.

    So, hey. If you have a talent or passion for cooking or doodling eight comics worth of material for a panel of judges, you never know. There could be a scholarship waiting right around the corner for you.

  • Government Grants For Students in Canada

    Government Grants For Students in Canada

    Money is always hard to come by when getting ready for University or College. Thankfully, the Government of Canada can help students at different income levels, achieve their educational goals. As a student wanting to go to College or University, you should explore all the options you can.

    Click on the links below to find out how the Government of Canada can help you, no matter what your financial situation:

    • For Low-Income Families:

    http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/loans_grants/grants/low.shtml

    • For Middle-income Families:

    http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/loans_grants/grants/middle.shtml

    • For Full-time students with Dependents:

    http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/loans_grants/grants/dependants.shtml

    • Grants for Part-time studies:

    http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/loans_grants/grants/part_time.shtml

    • Grants for Part-time students with dependants:

    http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/loans_grants/grants/part_time.shtml#dependant

    • Grants for students with permanent disabilities:

    http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/loans_grants/grants/disabilities.shtml

    • Grant for services and equipment for students with permanent disabilities:

    http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/loans_grants/grants/disabilities.shtml#service

    International Grant and Scholarship Options: