External Scholarships
- Current Student Scholarships -
Deadlines for external scholarships are set by the associations/organizations that offer the awards. Check their websites periodically for updates or changes.
Jersey Canada Youth Scholarships
Jersey Canada offers two scholarships of $750 each to recognize outstanding interest, knowledge and achievement in the Jersey breed, as well as agriculture in general. The scholarships are available to all young Canadian Jersey enthusiasts enrolled in at least the second year of study at any post-secondary College or University. Candidates must not have previously been awarded the Jersey Canada Youth Scholarship. For more information and to apply, click here. Deadline was September 1, 2013.
Nola Brown Continuous Achievement Award
In memory of Nola Brown, former Jersey Canada employee, this award will be presented annually at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Criteria for interested applicants:
- a student entering or continuing college or university (program does not need to be agriculture related);
- an individual who participates in activities in their home community, displays qualities of leadership and has a strong independent work ethic;
- a Canadian citizen who is connected to the Jersey business or interested and involved with the Jersey cow;
- a person who clearly demonstrates the ability to work with others in a cooperative and productive manner, has a keen interest and aptitude in some aspect of agriculture, a love of animals, contributes significantly through volunteer work and participate in extracurricular activities.
Applicants should send a resumé and cover letter outlining their achievements to the Jersey Canada office or email the Nola Brown Selection Committee: nolabrownaward [at] gmail [dot] com. More details here. Deadline to apply was September 13, 2013.
Warren Grapes Agricultural Education Fund
The objective of the Warren Grapes Agricultural Education Fund is to promote agricultural and silvicultural education and learning among the English-speaking farm and rural community of Quebec through the provision of bursaries. The Fund was created in September 1998 in honour of the late Warren Grapes who served many years as QFA president and was an inspiration to all. The Fund provides bursaries to support individuals pursuing secondary and post-secondary studies in recognized agriculture or silviculture programs. The bursaries are a direct grant of monies to recipients to cover any and all reasonable costs related to the pursuit their studies. For more information and the application form, please click here. Deadline to apply is October 4, 2013.
Larry Campbell Milton Memorial Scholarship
***For students graduating from FMT and pursuing a relevant university degree in Fall 2014***
Created in honour of the late Larry Campbell, who retired after 38 years of service with the Canadian Meat Council, two $2,500 scholarships will be awarded annually to current 4-H members planning to attend a Canadian University in a Food Science, Meat Science or Animal Science discipline. The first set of scholarships will be awarded for members starting post secondary education in the fall of 2014. The Larry Milton Campbell Memorial 4-H Scholarship Program is administered by the Canadian 4-H Council, which also will select the scholarship recipients. Click here for the Application Form and Guidelines. The application deadline is October 23, 2013 at 11:59pm EST.
Holstein Canada Education Awards
These awards are for regular or junior members of Holstein Canada, or sons/daughters of a member, and have completed at least one year of university/college (or Cégep in Québec) and returning to school within the calendar year. Six bursaries of $750 will be awarded as such: Western Canada (1), Ontario (2), Quebec (2) and Atlantic Canada (1). Consideration will be given to farm involvement & work experience, youth program involvement, career choice, and points scholastic record. For more information and the application form, please click here. Deadline to apply is November 30, 2013.
Holstein Quebec Education Awards
These awards are offered to regular members and junior members of Holstein Canada and sons/daughters of a member, who are currently completing a DEP in agriculture or who have already completed at least one year in an agricultural program at the college or university level and are returning to school. Four awards of $500 are given annually. Students must be interested in the dairy industry. To be eligible, the candidate must complete the application form, provide a letter of recommendation and submit their documents by December 1, 2013.
FRAQ Education Bursaries
These bursaries are designed to encourage academic excellence in the field of agriculture. Application is open to members of the Fédération de la relève agricole du Québec (FRAQ) who are currently enrolled in agricultural programs, either at the professional, collegial or university level. The bursaries are offered in partnership with la Financière agricole du Québec. For more information on how to apply, please click here. Deadline to apply is January 31, 2014.
Canadian International Farm Show "Youth in Agriculture" Bursaries
These bursaries, sponsored by Master Promotions Ltd. in partnership with the Junior Farmers’ Association of Ontario, are designed to give back to the agricultural community by supporting the development of the next generation of agricultural leaders. A $1,000.00 bursary will be awarded to a student currently in their first year of an agriculture-related program at an accredited Canadian university or college. Applicants must show both academic achievement and financial need, and must not have reached the age of 30 before January 1st of the application year. Strong preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate rural leadership or strong community involvement in organizations like the Junior Farmers’ Association of Ontario. For information on how to apply, click here. Deadline to apply was February 15, 2013.
Hats Off to You Rachel!
2013 Winner, Rachel Dionne
Hats Off to You! is awarded to female students that study in technical and professional programs that are traditionally male-dominated occupations. It is to encourage and to value young women's study efforts in those occupations. This award is offered by the Ministère de l'Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport du Québec. For more information on this contest, please click here. Deadline to apply was March 15, 2013.
Excellence Award for Ag Students
Each year, Farm Management Canada collects submissions from agricultural students across Canada and awards three winners with $1,000 towards furthering their education in agriculture. The award is designed to help students develop their communication skills by having the opportunity to voice their opinion on a subject related to farm management. For more information and the application form, please click here. Deadline to apply was February 28, 2013. Congratulations to Rachel Dionne who was one of the 2012-2013 Excellence Award winners!
W. Garfield Weston Awards
The W. Garfield Weston Awards program was established in 1999 by the generous contribution and vision of The W. Garfield Weston Foundation. Administered by the Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation, the program is designed to recognize outstanding college-bound students who show a strong commitment to their fields of study and are interested in making positive contributions to their communities. There are entrance awards and upper year awards.
The W. Garfield Weston Awards program will distribute up to 25 Upper Year W. Garfield Weston Awards to students currently enrolled in college or CEGEP studies in Canada for use during the upcoming academic year.Deadline to apply for the upper year awards only was before April 4, 2012. For more information and the application form, please click here. Check with us also as colleges/CEGEPs must forward nominated applications to the W. Garfield Weston Foundation. *The W. Garfield Weston Awards are not being offered in 2013.
Keith Gilmore scholarship
Up to ten scholarships are available and are awarded each year in the latter part of August, including: Four $1,500 scholarships are offered to individuals enrolled in a recognized diploma program in agriculture, agricultural journalism and/ or animal health technology, leading to a career in the field of agriculture. The successful applicants will have already completed a minimum of one year in a diploma program. The Keith Gilmore Foundation was established in 1987 with its headquarters located at the Canadian Hereford Association in Calgary, Alberta. It was established to provide scholarships to worthy applicants in the fields leading to agriculture, veterinary studies and agricultural journalism. The foundation is named in honour of the late Keith Gilmore, editor and publisher of The Canadian Hereford Digest for 30 years. It recognizes his contribution to the Hereford breed, agricultural journalism and the beef cattle industry.
Deadline to apply is May 15 each year. Find the application form here. Congratulations Mario Roy for winning a $2,000 scholarship in 2012. 2013 winners to be announced.
- Future Student (Entrance) Scholarships -
TD 4-H Agriculture scholarship
TD Bank Financial Group and the Canadian 4-H Council are proud to sponsor up to ten scholarships, valued at $2,500 each, for 4-H members in their last year of high school who are planning to enroll in post-secondary education in an agriculture or agri-business related discipline. Find more information and the application form here. Congratulations Matthew Morin (Yr 1) on winning this scholarship for 2013.
Deadline to apply was October 21, 2012.
W.Garfield Weston Awards
The W. Garfield Weston Awards program was established in 1999 by the generous contribution and vision of The W. Garfield Weston Foundation. Administered by the Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation, the program is designed to recognize outstanding college-bound students who show a strong commitment to their fields of study and are interested in making positive contributions to their communities. There are entrance awards and upper year awards.
The W. Garfield Weston Awards program will distribute up to 25 Entrance W. Garfield Weston Awards to students entering their first year of college or CEGEP studies in Canada for use during the upcoming academic year. Deadline to apply for the entrance awards only was March 28, 2012. For more information and the application form, please click here. *The W. Garfield Weston Awards are not being offered in 2013.
Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship
The Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship Program is for Canadian high school students from family farms who have successfully enrolled at a Canadian educational institution (degree or diploma) in a first-year agriculture program.
If you have applied for entry into a college or university, but have not yet been accepted, you can still apply for a Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship. However, if you are awarded a scholarship, you must provide an acceptance letter from your educational institution.
Successful applicants will each be awarded a scholarship based on demonstrated academic standards and leadership in the community. Selection will be made by an independent panel. Deadline to apply was May 24, 2013. For more information and the application form, please click here.
OYF Memorial Scholarship
One $1000 scholarship is awarded annually to an individual pursuing post-secondary education in agriculture. Students entering their first year of an agricultural diploma or degree program, or already studying in such a program may apply. Click here for more information. Deadline to apply was June 30, 2013.
- Loans and Bursaries -
Information and assistance is available at the Macdonald Campus Student Service Centre (Centennial Centre CC1-124) for all students concerning government aid programs (includes all Canadian provinces), McGill Loans and Bursaries, and the Work Study Program. During the academic year (September to April) appointments are available with the Loan Administrator for information concerning funding, debt management, budget counselling and the McGill Loans and Bursaries Program. Please call 514-398-7992 for details or to make an appointment with our Loan Administrator.
For more details about: Government aid programs, McGill Loans and Bursaries, Debt Management, Budget Counselling, Work Study Program and Scholarships, please visit the McGill Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
All applicants for McGill aid must apply for maximum government aid or other assistance for which they are eligible. For Quebec students, please consult on-line Aide financiere aux etudes (Student Aid) at www.afe.gouv.qc.ca.