Université de Saint-Boniface OPEN HOUSE

Discover Université de Saint-Boniface!

Join us for a virtual event where you can ask all your questions about admissions, available scholarships, our programs and services. Also take this opportunity to talk to current USB students to learn more about their personal experiences.

Wednesday, February 15, 2023
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Who can participate?

Virtual Doors Open is open to everyone, whether you are a potential student, their friend, parent or grandparent! High school guidance counsellors are welcome too! 

• Draw for a $1000 scholarship open to all prospective students participating in the virtual evening 

How to participate?

Fill out the registration form:  Virtual Open House 2023

All these sessions will take place on the Zoom platform. You will receive a Zoom link one day before the session of your choice - look in your spam folders!

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UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA OPEN HOUSE

WINTER OPEN HOUSE

School groups, students and families are invited to join us on campus and online to experience a day in the life of a UM student. Attend presentations and tours, browse our information booths, connect with UM representatives, and explore campus.

Thursday, February 23
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (CST)

• Attend presentations and tours throughout the day at our in-person event (schedule to be announced soon)
• Connect with UM representatives in the Information Village, open throughout the event.
• Explore campus on the "Where's Billy?" scavenger hunt for a chance to win great prizes.
• Students and parents: register today for continuing access to our supplementary online open house. Browse information booths and watch video presentations anytime, on-demand!

Grade 12 students: Attend our in-person event for a chance to win one of three $1,000 tuition prizes to be put towards your 2023-24 UM tuition fees!

For more information and to register visit:  Open House | Explore UM |

SCOTIABANK SCHOLARSHIPS

 myBlueprint has partnered with Scotiabank to offer 16 scholarship of $3,750 each to support student post-secondary aspirations across Canada.

FOUR SCHOLARSHIP THEMES:

Diversity Scholarship

To be eligible to apply applicants must:

• Be in their final year of high school (outside of Quebec or CEGEP (in Quebec) 
• Be Canadian citizens or permanent residents
• Be 16 years of age or older 
• Self-identify under one or more of the following equity-deserving groups: 
• Indigenous People 
• People with Disabilities 
• Black People 
• LGBT+ Communities 
• People of Colour 
• Family Members of Veterans
• Financial Wellness Scholarship

Financial Wellness Scholarship

To be eligible to apply applicants must: 

• Be in their final year of high school (outside of Quebec) or CEGEP (in Quebec) 
• Be Canadian citizens or permanent residents 
• Be 16 years of age or older

Future Women Leaders Scholarship

To be eligible to apply applicants must: 

• Be in their final year of high school (outside of Quebec) or CEGEP (in Quebec) 
• Be Canadian citizens or permanent residents 
• Be 16 years of age or older 
• Self-identify their gender as ‘woman’, ‘non-binary’ or ‘gender non-conforming’

STEM Scholarship

To be eligible to apply applicants must: 

• Be in their final year of high school (outside of Quebec) or CEGEP (in Quebec) 
• Be Canadian citizens or permanent residents 
• Be 16 years of age or older

DEADLINE: April 30, 2023

For more information visit:  https://education.myblueprint.ca/scotia/

RED RIVER POLYTECH'S OPEN HOUSE

Red River Polytech is hosting an OPEN HOUSE where you will have the opportunity to explore Manitoba's only polytechnic.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Time: 9am - 2pm and 5pm - 8pm (CST)

Location: Notre Dame Campus (2055 Notre Dame Ave.) and Exchange District Campus (319 Elgin Ave.)

At Open Doors - RRC Polytech's Open House, you'll have the opportunity to talk with knowledgeable instructors and staff about the programs you're most interested in. 

You can also chat with support staff to ensure you make an informed decision about your future - whether that's getting info on applications or registrations, selection criteria, scholarships and financial aid, or support services. 

Book your calendar in advance to explore a world of possibilities at RRC Polytech first hand. No registration is required.

Enter to Win $1,000: Join in-person to have a chance to enter a draw to win one of two $1,000 credit to RRC Polytech's Campus Store for textbooks, supplies and more. 

For more information visit:  Open Doors – Future Student Events

FUTURES FORWARD TUITION WAIVER INFO SESSION

Futures Forward would like to invite you to attend our in-person Tuition Waiver POST-SECONDARY FAIR on January 18th, 5-8pm, at Canadian Mennonite University Marpeck Commons (2299 Grant Avenue, Winnipeg MB).

As a reminder, a Tuition Waiver can cover up to the full tuition of an undergraduate program, degree, or certificate for a current or former youth in Manitoba CFS care, as well as additional financial supports to help supplement living costs, textbooks, and more.

We invite you to come learn about the Tuition Waiver program, meet recruitment teams from our 10 partner colleges and universities, and get all your questions answered!

The agenda is as follows:

5-5:30pm - Arrival + Browsing Recruitment Booths for Post-Secondary Partners

5:30-7:00pm - Tuition Waiver Presentation + Student Guest Speaker + Draw for Door Prizes!

7:00-8:00pm - Attendees are welcome to stay and visit the recruitment booths!

This is a great opportunity for current/former youth in care*, families, foster parents, CFS workers, social workers, educators, and other supports for youth to learn about this amazing funding opportunity for current and former youth in Manitoba Child and Family Services care. We encourage you to RSVP!

*There is no age cap to apply for a Tuition Waiver! As long as someone has spent time in the care of Manitoba CFS, they should be eligible.

Can't make it? We will be having an info session online in February too and are always available for one-on-one chats, class/group presentations, and more to support youth, supports, and educators. To Register please visit:  Tuition Waiver Info Sessions

5 STEPS TO U.S. STUDY

 

UNITED WAY YOUTH LEADERS IN ACTION SCHOLARSHIP

The Youth Leaders in Action Scholarship is designed to recognize the contributions of young community leaders and encourage them to keep up the great work. Each year, Youth United awards four $500 scholarships to recipients 24 years old or under who have made a difference int he city of Winnipeg. Scholarships will be awarded to students who meet the following criteria:

• Academic potential
• Demonstrated leadership
• Community involvement
• Connection with a United Way-funded organization
• Financial need

The deadline for students to apply for the Youth Leaders in Action Scholarship is February 3, 2023.

You can find more information at   Youth United - United Way Winnipeg

Schulich Leader Scholarship

 To be eligible for nomination for the Schulich Leader Scholarship you need to be: 

• A Canadian citizen or permanent resident 
• Plan to enroll in an eligible STEM program at one of the partner universities 

You must meet the following criteria: 

• Academic excellence 
• Strong leadership, charisma & creativity 
• Strong consideration will be given to students with financial need 
• Be innovative & entrepreneurial-minded  
• Intend to pursue a career in one or more of the following focus areas: 
• Technology 
• Engineering 
• Entrepreneurship & business enterprise 
• Applied scientific research 

You do not qualify if you are pursuing: 

• Focus on activism (environmental/political/societal) 
• Intend to become a practicing physician and/or medical researcher (e.g. Doctor, Dentist, Nurse, Psychologist, Pharmacist, Optometrist, etc.) 
• Intend to become a professor and conduct theoretical research 

If you would like to be considered for nomination for this prestigious entrance scholarship, please see Mrs. Morran in Student Services for an application.

If you have questions, email Mrs. Morran at smorran@retsd.mb.ca

DEADLINE for APPLICATIONS: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1st, 2022 @ 8:30 a.m.
Late applications will not be accepted 

Université de Saint-Boniface Open House

COME AND MEET US!

Are you thinking of pursuing post-secondary studies in French? paricipate in the Open House evening to discover the programs and services of Winnipeg's only francophone university!

Tuesday, November 22, 2022: from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Centre étudiant Étienne-Gaboury, USB

Open House, at a glance:

Get answers to all your questions! The Open House offers you:

• Conversations with current students ready to share their experiences
• Thematic booths where professors and admissions specialists will inform you about our programs of study
• Guided campus tours to see our state-of-the-art facilities
• Delicious buffet of appetizers served by the Café rencontre
• Draw for three $1000 scholarships open to all prospective students attending the evening
• Elimination of admission fees for our 5-month and 2-year college programs

SIGN UP:  Portes ouvertes

EAGLES/MIKISEW LAND BASED EDUCATION BURSARY

Eagles/Mikisew Land Based Education is happy to be able to provide 10 - $2,000.00 Bursaries. There are four bursaries of $2,000 to be awarded from 2021 that will be added to the six bursaries this year. 

• 2 x $2,000.00 for students who wish to pursue post -secondary education within the University Stream 
• 4 x $2,000.00 for students who wish to pursue post- secondary education within the trades stream
•  4 x $2,000.00 bursaries from the 2020/2021 year that were not awarded 

Those interested students should apply by December 15, 2022. 

Eligibility Requirements:  First Nations Descent  Manitoba Resident  High School Student Entering Post-Secondary Education  Proof of Post-Secondary Application should accompany your essay 

SEC Student 

We, the Charity, would like for the “Champion Recipient” to write down how SEC has helped to shape your academic learning aspirations and inspire you to pursue post-secondary Education. This should be a one-page essay, with a minimum of 500 words. 

Non-SEC High School Student 

Any First Nations High School student can apply for the Bursaries as well. The committee asks that you write a one page, minimum 500-word Essay, on how indigenous learning and exposure to cultural content is important to you as a student and if applicable helps to shape your future. 

Please submit by: 

Fax – 204-269-7880
Email – eaglesmikisew@gmail.com
Mail – 1269 Lee Blvd, Winnipeg MB R3T 5W8 

Confirmation of attendance, program schedule and acceptance letter will be required upon a follow up phone call.

CMU UPDATES

Quick reminder that CMU's annual FREE application deadline is coming up on November 30.

Upcoming Events

• Music Open House: November 4, morning
• For students interested in the music program
• Campus Visit Day: November 4, afternoon
• Tour, class visit, faculty conversations and more.
• Campus Visit Day: November 25, all day
• Tour, class visit, lunch, faculty conversations, info sessions and more.
• Christmas at CMU: November 26, 7:00 pm
• Virtual Open House
• Offered monthly and include a virtual tour, professor and student videos, and interaction with Admissions Counsellors

French for the Future National Essay Contest

Deadline: December 17th, 2022 

Award Amount: $1,000 - $12,000 

Can be used at any of the following institutions: University of Ottawa (ON), Université Sainte-Anne (NS), Université de Moncton (NB), Université Saint-Boniface (MB), University of Alberta's Campus Saint-Jean (AB), Laurentian University (ON), Glendon College of York University (ON). 

Who can apply? 

• Canadian students in grades 10-12.  

• French as a Second Language (FSL): students enrolled in Core, Immersion, or Extended programs 

• French First Language (FFL): francophone/francophone equivalency students 

What will I have to do? 

• Write and submit a 750-word essay in French on this year's chosen theme: In a future where everything is possible, how will the food we eat and the way it is produced have changed? 

How do I apply? For further information visit the website:  http://french-future.org/programs/essay-contest/ 

Burger King Scholarship

Deadline: December 15th, 2022 

Award Amount: $1,000 to $50,000 
 
Who can apply? 

• Be living in the United States, Canada or Puerto Rico 

• Be graduating high school seniors (U.S. and Puerto Rico), graduating from grade 12 (Canada) or graduating from home school education in the U.S., Puerto Rico or Canada 

• Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent 

• Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2020-21 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico 

What will I have to do? 

• Create an account online, fill out the application and apply. 

How do I apply? For complete details, including forms and rules, visit their website: https://bk-scholars.com/ 

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award

Deadline: December 1st, 2022 

Award Amount: Up to $28,000 
 
Who can apply? 

• Students in good academic standing. 

• Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. 

• Students graduating from secondary (high) school or students completing their first year of CÉGEP or students who have completed secondary (high) school 

• Involved in voluntary humanitarian activities (for which they have not been compensated). 

• Planning to or are already studying towards their first university degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution or entering their 2nd year of CÉGEP in the upcoming academic year. 

 
What will I have to do? 

• Applicants must provide three (3) referees and upload online an (un)official transcript detailing the applicant’s last two years of schooling (official transcripts, sealed by the issuing institution will be requested from applicants who are selected for an interview). Referees will be emailed a link requesting they complete an online Referee Form on behalf of the applicant. 

• The online application, including all the accompanying documents, must be completed and submitted online by the deadline – before midnight. Applications and all documentation (including Referee Forms and unofficial transcripts) received after that date will not be considered, nor will they be held over for the next year. 

How do I apply? For further information visit the website: https://apply.terryfoxawards.ca/  

TD Canada Trust Scholarships for Community Leadership

Deadline: November 15th, 2022 

Award Amount: Up to $70,000. And up to 20 scholarships available! 
 
Who can apply? 

• Available to graduating high school students who have made a difference in their communities.  

• Outstanding community leadership 

• Academic performance (minimum 75% average) 

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How do I apply? For more information, including application form and instruction, visit their website:  Community Leadership Scholarships