External awards

Amount: $1,000
Application status: Open

Young people like you, with bright minds and enthusiasm, are the future of the automotive aftermarket. To help launch your career, several automotive aftermarket associations established the University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UofAF) program in 1996. 

Entry requirements:

• Scholarship application along with your essay (at least 250 words in length, no longer than one page, double-spaced), indicating why you believe you deserve to be chosen to receive a scholarship.
• If you are still attending high school or have graduated but not yet entered your post-secondary program, you must submit a high school transcript. NOTE: Transcripts without an official raised school seal will not be accepted.
• If you are attending a post-secondary program, a copy of your current school transcript with official school seal. NOTE: Transcripts without an official raised school seal will not be accepted.
• Letter of recommendation (from a non family member, preferably an employer, teacher or someone other than a family friend).

Award eligibility:

• Qualified applicants must either be a graduating high school senior or have graduated from high school within the past two years.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a college-level program, university or an accredited automotive program. Students must be enrolled full-time for the year of the scholarship.  You must be enrolled for September of the year you are applying until April of the following year.
• Priority will be given to those pursuing a career in the automotive aftermarket.
• Participants must be attending a full-time program in Canada. Graduate programs and undergraduate part-time programs do not qualify.

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $2,000
Application status: Open 

Application due date: Sunday, November 9

Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation is pleased to invite applications for the 2025 B. Harper Bull Scholarship Awards.

Entry requirements:

Applicants are required to complete and submit the following:

• Scholarship application form
• One 500-word essay outlining how the applicant demonstrates the values of conservation and sustainability that allow communities to coexist with their natural environment.
•  Two letters of reference, including one academic reference and one work-related reference.

Award eligibility:

• Enrolled in a post-secondary degree or diploma program during the 2025–2026 academic year
• Studying in a field related to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's work (e.g., Environmental Studies, Landscape Architecture, Archaeology, Museum Studies, Forestry, Civil Engineering, and more)
• Reside in or attend a post-secondary institution within TRCA's jurisdiction.

Amounts: $750
Application status: Open 

Application due date: March 20, 2026

 Award eligibility:

• Must be enrolled or accepted in a full-time program in the U.S. or Canada
• Must be 18 years or older
• One application per student
• Essay must be original, unique, and not published elsewhere
• Preferred Fields of Study (not mandatory):
  • Automotive Technology
  • Business, Marketing, or Communications
  • Environmental Studies or Sustainability

Essay Topics (Choose one):

1. The Future of Eco-Friendly Car Detailing and Auto Paint Correction
2. How Local Auto Detailers Are Shaping Communities in Calgary and Beyond
3. Why Professional Car Wash Services Matter in the Canadian Winter

Essays should be 800–1,000 words, original, and unpublished.

Submit your essay as a PDF or Word document to: scholarship@calgarycardetail.com

Amounts: $1,000 to $3,200 
Application status: Open 

Application due date: Wednesday, October 1 

Award eligibility:

HCF Student Awards Program

Provides bursaries to students in any subject enrolled in a college, university or institution in Canada or the US, who can demonstrate financial need and who have graduated from a publicly funded secondary school in Hamilton. Undergrad and postgrad students are eligible.

Geritol Follies Bursary

Provides performing arts bursaries to students of voice, drama, dance or musical instruments who are enrolled in a college, university or institution in Canada or the US, who can demonstrate financial need, are and who have graduated from a publicly funded secondary school in Hamilton or Burlington. Undergrad and postgrad students are eligible.

David Davis Memorial Bursary

Provides bursaries to students who can demonstrate financial need and who are enrolled in a music program at a college, university or institution in Canada, the US or abroad. Undergrad and postgrad students are eligible.

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $1,000 
Application status: CLOSED
Application due date: Sunday, August 31

Entry requirements:

• Writing Project: We would like you to write a 500 - 1000 word essay that expresses your top 5 ideas about how “How professional private investigators assist various types of legal professionals with their cases”

Award eligibility:

• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident or other legal standing that allows them to study in Canada.
• Accepted or enrolled in a Canadian college or university for the 2025–2026 school year.

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $500
Application status: Open

We are excited to announce the Hellamaid Scholarship, a $500 award given every semester designed to support Canadian students in their academic pursuits. At Hellamaid, we believe that a clean and organized environment plays a crucial role in fostering productivity, mental clarity, and overall well-being—key components to academic success. This scholarship is open to students enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program at any accredited Canadian college or university.

As passionate advocates for education and community well-being, Hellamaid launched this scholarship to inspire and empower students to achieve their academic goals. We recognize the importance of both clean spaces and strong communities in shaping the leaders of tomorrow, and we are committed to helping students and their communities thrive.

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $500 USD
Application status: Open
Application due date: April 21, 2026

Entry requirements: 

• Write a 500–750 words essay responding to the prompt below
• Optional: Include visuals like a sketch, mood board, or concept design (PDF, JPG, or PNG format)
• Submit your application via the application form
• Include your:
  • Full Name
  • Email Address
  • School Name
  • Proof of Enrolment or Acceptance (student ID, letter of acceptance, or other documentation)

     

    “Imagine you’re leading a home renovation project in New York City with the goal of making the space eco-friendly and energy-efficient. How would you redesign the home to promote sustainability without compromising comfort or style? What materials, technologies, or design principles would you use—and why do they matter for the future of urban living?”

    We’re looking for thoughtful, creative, and forward-thinking essays that reflect a true passion for sustainability in design and renovation.

Award eligibility:

Open to students currently enrolled in or accepted to a college or university in the USA or Canada

• Applicants must be pursuing or planning to pursue studies related to:
  • Architecture
  • Interior Design
  • Urban Planning
  • Environmental Studies
  • Engineering
  • Construction Management
  • Or any related field focused on built environments
  • Or any other field

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $1,000
Application status: Open 

Application due date: July 1, 2026

Entry requirements:

• • A 500–1,000-word essay outlining financial need, human rights advocacy, challenges, accomplishments, and aspirations
  • Admission decision letter (when available) for the 2026–27 school year
  • Documentation supporting financial need (requested from the winner)

Award eligibility:

Students from any major at Canadian post-secondary institutions who demonstrate financial need and a commitment to human rights

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $5,000

Application open date: May 1, 2026

Application due date: June 17, 2026

We’re launching a $5,000 award specifically for an Indigenous student pursuing studies in architecture or engineering, along with mentorship opportunities like co-op placements, coffee chats, and networking events with professionals in the field.

Entry requirements:

Submitting all materials in one PDF is preferred for ease of review, but not mandatory.

•  A personal statement regarding how this award will support you and your future goals in architecture or engineering.(Recommended 250 to 1000 words)
• Two References - 1 community based and 1 Academic.
• Proof of Enrollment or Acceptance Letter.

You can submit your PDF in through email at:
Email: info@indigenousaeaward.ca

Award eligibility:

• Open to Indigenous students anywhere in Canada.
• Students must have intrested in architecture or engineering.
• It is not required to be currently enrolled in either program.
• Selections will be made based on personal need, merit and a complete application. Academic grades/GPA are
  not heavily weighed

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $2,000
Application status: Open 

Application due date: Monday, December 15

Entry Requirements:

• Gather all required documents (Official Transcript and Study Abroad Program Acceptance Letter) in PDF format only.
• Prepare your 3–5 minute video maximum.

Award Eligibility:

• Must be currently enrolled in a 4-year university, a 1–2 year Master’s program or high school students are also eligible.
• Must be accepted into a study abroad or exchange program for any semester prior to or including Spring 2026 (before June 2026).
• Open to all nationalities, GPAs, majors, and minors.
• Must be planning to study abroad in any country (non-English-speaking countries preferred, but not required).
• This scholarship is available for students pursuing language learning scholarships, foreign language scholarships, or scholarships for study abroad programs.

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $1,000 one-time scholarship
Application status: Open
Application due date: Friday, December 12

This scholarship presents a great opportunity for students interested in real estate, housing, and property investment, offering a $1,000 award to a deserving candidate. We would love your support in sharing this with your students through your website, newsletters, or social media.

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $5,000 
Application status: Open 

Application due date: Friday, October 31

At North Cover, our goal has always been to protect the quality of people’s lives. We do this by providing life and final expenses insurance products that meet the needs of everyday Canadians and offer peace of mind at an affordable price.

We know that you and your family’s future depends on the expertise and dedication of the people shaping our healthcare, business, and finance industries. So, with that in mind, we are aiming to attract the best people into these industries by providing the North Cover Futures Scholarship.

This Scholarship is offered annually to one person. Applications for the 2025 Scholarship are open now until October 31, 2025.

The value of this Scholarship is CAD $5,000 (total amount). This amount is paid as a one-off payment to the Winner.

Entry requirements:

To apply for the North Cover Futures Scholarship, you will need to write an essay (maximum 700 words) on why you want to work in your selected industry and the difference you hope to make in your particular field of study.

We are looking for submissions that reflect a real desire to improve the quality of people’s lives. It doesn’t have to be great prose, just honest and from the heart, so start thinking about the real reasons you have chosen the career path you have and then put them into words.

Award eligibility:

1. To be eligible, you must be a domestic undergraduate enrolled full-time in an accredited Canadian Post-Secondary Education Institution and studying for a certificate, diploma, degree, or internship in any of the following areas:
   • Business – including any business-related courses from any institution.
   • Finance – including actuarial, statistics, accounting and general finance courses.
   • Medicine – including medical and health sciences, surgery and medical research.
   • Healthcare – including health and fitness-related specialties, sport sciences, health services assistance and international health.
   • Specialist healthcare – including nursing, optometry, dentistry and pharmacy.
2. Only citizens or permanent residents of Canada (excluding Quebec) can apply.
3. You must have reached 18 years of age or older to enter.
4. Employees and Immediate family members including the spouse, de-facto spouse, parent, guardian, child or sibling ("Immediate Family Members") of a North Cover employee are ineligible to enter. Employees, and Immediate Family Members of Greenstone Financial Services Pty Ltd and Greenstone Financial Services Canada Inc. are also ineligible to enter.
5. Entrants must abide by the Terms and Conditions for an entry to be deemed eligible.

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $750
Application status: Open
Application due date: July 22, 2026

Cleanliness isn’t just about appearance—it’s about public safety, worker dignity, and environmental health. This scholarship invites students to reflect on cleaning as an essential social issue that impacts how we live, work, and thrive.

Entry requirements:

• Must provide proof of enrollment and submit the essay (PDF or DOCX)
• Write one essay. Choose from the topics below. Keep it between 1,000 and 1,500 words.
  • “Why Clean Spaces Are Public Health Infrastructure"
  • “The Psychology of Cleanliness: How Sanitation Impacts Human Behavior”
  • “What COVID-19 Taught Us About Cleaning Practices—And What We Forgot Too Soon”
  • “Beyond the Broom: How Commercial Cleaning Affects Worker Safety and Business Trust”
  • “Cleaning inside the Age of Climate Responsibility: Sustainable Solutions or Greenwashing?”

Award eligibility:

• Currently in high school, college, or grad school
• Already enrolled or officially accepted at an accredited institution
• Studying any subject—no restrictions on the field of study
• No minimum GPA, no age limit, no citizenship requirement (as long as you live in the U.S. or Canada)

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $1,500 
Application status: CLOSED
Application due date: Monday, September 1

Each year, a single mother is awarded the Strong Mothers Achieving Remarkable Triumph (S.M.A.R.T.) Scholarship, and is provided with the opportunity to better her own and her child/children’s lives. Recipients are celebrated during our annual London’s Got Talent fundraiser, an event bringing the community together to support and commemorate all single mothers. The S.M.A.R.T. Scholarship program awards 4 scholarships annually, each valued at $1,500 CAD. Applications are accepted annually. To apply, please read thoroughly the scholarship acceptance guidelines and application requirements, and prepare the required documents. 

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $750
Application status: Open 

Application due date: June 30, 2026

We believe today’s students are not just users of technology—they are some of its most insightful critics. Through this initiative, we hope to encourage thoughtful discussion around consumer behavior, marketing influence, and personal decision-making in a fast-moving digital world.

Entry Requirements:

Essay Topics (choose one):

Students are invited to submit a 750–1,000 word essay on one of the following prompts:

• “iPhone 13 vs 14 vs 15 vs 16: Breaking the Upgrade Cycle – Why I Sold My iPhone”
• “From iPhone 13 to 16: What Changed, What Didn’t, and Why I Made the Switch”
• “iPhone 13 to 16: Upgrade or Overspend? A Student’s Perspective on Smart Tech Decisions”
• “Sell My iPhone to Buy the Newest Model: Smart Move or Status Symbol?”
• “Camera, Chip, or Hype? What I Learned Comparing iPhone 13, 14, 15, and 16”

 Award eligibility:

• High school seniors (class of 2026) and current undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution
• Current undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution
• Students from any field of study—technology, economics, marketing, literature, business, or even film. If you’ve got insight, you qualify.
• We welcome submissions from all academic backgrounds, and there are no GPA or major restrictions.

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.

Amount: $1,000
Application status: Open 

Application due date: August 15, 2026

Entry Requirements:

Essay Question (Mandatory Topic)

“How can an integrated restoration plan simultaneously address immediate structural recovery, long-term water and fire resilience, compliance with HPD violations, and sustainable home renovation — without sacrificing affordability for the homeowner?”

• Format: Essay only
• Length: 1,500–2,000 words
• File Type: PDF only
• Requirements: Original, well-researched, and unpublished essays that include real-world examples, case studies, or hypothetical scenarios.

Award Eligibility:

• Open to high school seniors, undergraduate, and postgraduate students in the U.S. or Canada enrolled or accepted at an accredited college, university, or institute.
• Essay must answer the single core question
• One entry per student
• Work must be original and unpublished

For complete information and to submit your application, please visit the award page.