G.H.S.  Bursary Fund

NAME

CRITERIA

VALUE

APPLICATION LINK

OPSEU Local 380 Bursary

• Graduating student pursuing post-secondary education in the field of Developmental Services (e.g. Developmental Services Worker, Social Work, ECE, Behavioural Sciences), Allied Health Professionals (e.g. Lab/Imaging Technologist, Occupational or Physiotherapist etc…), Hospital Office and Clerical Positions or Heavy Equipment Operators and Mechanics

• Must demonstrate financial need

• Value of the award: $500

• Deadline – May 31st

• Please submit application via the Google Form link

$500

OPSEU LOCAL 380 Bursary

Application includes a brief essay including the following details…

• Tell us about the program you are going into
• Why you think you should be the recipient of this bursary
• Your version of why unions are important in our workplaces today, the good that has come
from unionized workplaces, as well as a little history of why unions came to be in the first
place

Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW Muskoka Charitable Trust)

• Female student pursuing postsecondary education at college or university

• Good academic standing (shows academic potential)

• Demonstrated financial need

• Proof of enrollment at post-secondary institution

$2000

Canadian Federation of University Women

Peter and Eve Willis Bursary Fund

• Pursuing post-secondary education in construction or a related field (e.g. plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, heavy equipment operations…)

• Full time program at a publicly funded college or trade school with goal of obtaining a diploma or certificate

• Financial need will be considered

• Resident of South Muskoka

Choquette Family Foundation Scholarship

• Demonstrate financial need

• Provide proof of enrolment at a post-secondary institution

• Be a permanent resident / Canadian citizen

$5000 to support one student in their first year of study at a university or college

Choquette Family Foundation Scholarship application

This application requires submissions of a hand written note outlining the following details.

Please submit your handwritten letter to Ms. Humphries by May 31st 2022. 

-Their immediate post-secondary plans (name of program, location, length of study)
– Why you would be a good candidate for this scholarship (include a description of your financial need)
– How would this scholarship assist you in reaching your goals?
– How you would use this scholarship to enhance your / others lives?

Gravenhurst Family Physicians Scholarship

• Current student at G.H.S.

• Be accepted for admission as a full-time student at a post-secondary institution

• Demonstrate community involvement

$1200

Gravenhurst Family Physicians Scholarship

Gravenhurst Farmer’s Market Wendy Boland Award

Preference given to someone pursuing a career in agriculture or a related field at college or university (e.g. veterinary studies, arborist, wildlife/forestry conservation,  beekeeper, fisheries, plant biologist, landscaping, water conservationist, etc…)

(Food service/hospitality & tourism will be considered as secondary criteria)

$500

No application necessary

Muskoka First Aid Award

• Student graduating from GHS who is entering a post secondary program in health science, science degree, education, physical education or health care profession

$400

Please submit an email to Julie Charters-owner and educator at Muskoka First Aid Training.

In the email, include information about where you plan to attend school and why. Please describe why you should be chosen for this award. (This is your moment to shine-don’t be shy!)

Things that you could include are your grades and or awards at school, work experience to prepare you for your field as well as if you have had any school or community involvement.

Submit you application email by May 31st to Ms. Julie Charters at [email protected]

Gravenhurst Lions Club Bursary

• Current student at G.H.S.

• Be accepted for admission as a full-time student at a post-secondary institution

2 awards – $1500 each

Gravenhurst Lions Club – Bursary Application 2022 

Please complete application form and submit to Ms. Humphries or the email address below:

[email protected]

Gravenhurst Rotary Club

Applicant must:

• be a resident of Gravenhurst or attending school in Gravenhurst

• be planning a post-secondary education at a University or College or, be upgrading or developing new skills in a program leading to a certificate, or entering an apprenticeship in a skilled trade.

• show a financial need

Rotary Club Bursary Application – 2022

** NOTE: Deadline is June 30^th

For more information visit:

http://bursaryfund.ca/

Independent Order of Oddfellows

• Pursuing post-secondary studies at the college or university level

• Must demonstrate financial need

• Bursary provided once proof of attendance at post-secondary institution is confirmed

The size of the award will be determined by current interest rates (Note: $500 awarded to each recipient in 2019).

2 annual awards (1 for male student and 1 for female student)

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 The John Cats Memorial Award

• Graduating Student

• Demonstrates good academic standing (80% average in graduating year)

• Demonstrates financial need

• Proof of registration at a post-secondary institution (prior to receiving the award money)

$1150

The John Cats Memorial Award

At the end of your application, write a few paragraphs indicating your post-secondary plans and how these funds will help you pursue your education.

Kris Clement Award

• Must be a graduate of Gravenhurst High School

• Preference would be given to a resident of Gravenhurst but not limited to

• Provide proof of registration at a post-secondary institution or apprenticeship program

$1000

Kris Clement Award

Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award

• Given to one student from each secondary school

• Recognizes exemplary student involvement in the community

*Update*- Please apply to this award by submitting a Google Doc to the link below. 

Click here to submit a detailed list outlining the volunteer opportunities you have been engaged in over the past 4-5 years. 

This list should be submitted to the guidance office by May 31st.

Lindenfield Estate Bursary

• Pursuing post-secondary education in a field related to human medicine (Health Sciences included)

Varies each year – note: $650 awarded to recipient in 2019

Lindenfield Estate Bursary

Literacy Society of South Muskoka

• Current high school student pursuing post-secondary education

• Demonstrate financial need

2 Awards of $500

Literacy Society of South Muskoka

McConnell Memorial Foundation Awards

• Resident of Muskoka

• Demonstrate financial need

• Provide proof of registration and attendance at a post-secondary institution

Numerous awards given valued at $1500 each

McConnell Bursary

Muskoka Lakes Association (MLA) Bursary

• Student must demonstrate financial need to continue to their post-secondary education

• Available to graduating students from:   GHS, BMLSS, and St. Doms and Parry Sound High

$5000

Deadline is BEFORE Friday April 15, 2022.

Please send your completed application and supporting documents to either Ms. Humphries OR the MLA office ([email protected]).

MLA Bursary Application 2022-2023 Academic Year

National Bank Financial Award

• Supports students pursuing post-secondary studies

$250

No Application Necessary

Nipissing University Award

• Given to one student from each secondary school who has maintained at least a “B” average and has made an application to Nipissing University for the fall

Notify your guidance counsellor if you have applied to Nipissing

Ontario Power Generation Secondary School Student Achievement Award (SSSAA)

Awarded to a student who is pursuing post-secondary studies any of the following fields:  Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Nuclear), Sciences, Trades and Technology, Environment, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or Business

• Requires strong oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated leadership skills

• Is of good academic standing (minimum B average)

• Involved in extra-curricular activities and/or community volunteerism (Please submit a list of all your community involvement and extra-curricular activities with your completed application form)

• Is legally eligible to work in Canada upon graduation

• Signed Consent and release form from recipient(s) along with their grad photo must be provided to the OPG rep for use in OPG reports and community ads

Two annual awards per Ontario Secondary School

$250 per award

ONTARIO POWER GENERATION

Preference 1 male and 1 female award recipient per school

OSSTF Gravenhurst HS Excellence in Education Award

• Given to a student(s) pursuing post-secondary education in social services or teaching – an interest in “working with kids”

• Demonstrates financial need

$800

OSSTF Award

Paul Irvine Memorial Athletic Award

• Male athlete in graduating year pursuing post-secondary education

• Post-secondary education does not need to be associated with athletics or sport

• Has displayed athletic skill at a high level and has been committed to sport during his high school career (school and/or community sport)

Note: $700 awarded to recipient in 2019

Have a teacher-coach and/or community coach and/or another individual complete the form and submit it with a letter of support from the nominee.

Paul Irvine Memorial Art Award

• Current GHS student pursuing study in visual arts field at the post-secondary level

• (Apprenticing with a master craftsman may also be accepted as a post-secondary experience)

Note: $700 awarded to recipient in 2019

Paul Irvine Memorial Award in Visual Arts

Present a portfolio of 5-10 original works of art for Dr. and Mrs. Irvine to examine

Retired Teachers of Muskoka Bursary

• Awarded to a student who is in financial need and will graduate from a Muskoka School

• money must be used for post-secondary school, including apprenticeships or post-secondary personal development programs (not necessary to be going into the education field to apply)

Deadline Tuesday April 26, 2022

** If internet/email access is an issue, please contact Mrs. Schofield directly at 705 646 9814 to make other arrangements.

See application for detailed instructions.

Retired Teachers Bursary 2022

Robinson Haulage

• Graduating student pursuing work, apprenticeship or diploma in mechanics, heavy equipment operations or related trade.

• Demonstrate financial need

Robinson Quarry

• Graduating student interested in environmental studies

• Demonstrate passion (first), financial need (second) and be in good academic standing (third criteria)

Rotaract Scholarship

• Recipient should be a hard working student with a “B” average who is looking to further their educational experience in an apprenticeship, college or university.

Russell and Elizabeth Cooke Bursary

• Be a resident of the area municipality administered by the Town of Gravenhurst and have a minimum average of 65%

• Current high school student – must provide proof of registration and attendance at a University

Simcoe East District Women’s Institute

• Graduating student

• Demonstrate financial need

Stan Darling Environmental Scholarship Fund

• Student must be pursuing post-secondary studies at a Canadian University or College, must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident and have demonstrated outstanding environmental commitment involving community service and leadership during their time at high school

• Demonstrated academic achievement and participation in volunteer and extracurricular activities at school or in the community

Town of Gravenhurst OPSEU Local 325 Union Employees

• Current GHS student pursuing post-secondary education

• Demonstrates inclusivity, community involvement and civic pride

Town of Gravenhurst Community Contribution Award

• A resident from within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Town of Gravenhurst graduating from Gravenhurst High School and proceeding to further post-secondary education or presently on a “gap” year and have applied or will be applying to attend a post-secondary program.

• Currently or previously has been involved in not-for-profit or community programs within the jurisdiction of the Town of Gravenhurst

• Takes an active interest in their community and continues to demonstrate good citizenship

Complete the online application.

Submit an essay, maximum of 750 words, minimum of 500 words, on the topic below:

2022 Topic – How would you make your town better?

Applicants must also include a letter of support from an education professional such as a principal, teacher, or guidance counsellor.

West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance Company Award

• Graduating Student

• Continuing their education in a post-secondary institution

• Pursuing education in the Agricultural Field or a student who may not qualify for other awards but is a deserving recipient

The George Guppy Memorial Award

• Demonstrates financial need.

• Preference given to a student pursuing their post-secondary pathway in the automotive industry or another skilled trade.

• The successful applicant will have made a positive social impact in their school and/or community.

• At the end of the application, please write a few paragraphs highlighting your social impact and outlining your post-secondary plans. Please explain how these funds will help you to pursue your education or career path.

$500

George Guppy Memorial Award – Application

Governor General’s Award

• The most prestigious academic award.
• A bronze medal is awarded to the student who achieves the highest average upon graduation from a secondary school.
• The average includes all grade 11 and grade 12 courses as listed on the student’s official Transcript of Grades issued by the ministry of education. The average cannot be anticipated; it must be calculated based on final marks
• Equitable access for the entire student population is an important aspect of the medal’s value. Regardless of the stream or the subjects chosen, all students are eligible for consideration upon graduation.
• Courses taken after graduation to upgrade marks are not to be included.

Hazelwood Senior Proficiency Awards

• Student must be in Grade 12
• Must have an average of over 75% in 5 subjects and have earned proficiency points through their extracurricular involvement in clubs, teams etc…
• GHS staff advisor for each extracurricular activity awards proficiency points
• GHS staff selects recipient(s) of Hazelwood Award(s)

Ontario Scholar

• Average of 80% or greater in six grade 12 courses

Principal’s Prize for Student Leadership

• Demonstrated leadership while attending Gravenhurst HS
• Please submit a written statement to your guidance counsellor to indicate that you wish to be considered for this award.  Statement must include why you are a suitable candidate and list examples that demonstrate your leadership.
• $200

SHSM Award

• Presented to a student who has earned the SHSM red seal endorsement and has demonstrated a strong commitment to a career in either the Health & Wellness sector or the Hospitality and Tourism sector.
• $200 (may be split between two recipients)

Silver Moon Rebekah Lodge Award

• Graduating student who has demonstrated a noticeable improvement in academics, leadership and/or participation in student life at GHS
• $250

Student Council Award

• Student who has made an outstanding contribution to school life over the years and demonstrates involvement in school activities
• $300

Thornton Award

• Graduating student who has made the most outstanding contribution to school life over their years
• Average of 65% or more
• One of the highest honours that may be bestowed upon a GHS student
• Students are nominated by their peers in their graduating class

ARTS DEPARTMENT

VALUE

Presented by the Rotary Club of Gravenhurst

$1000

$100

$150

BUSINESS DEPARTMENT

VALUE

$300

VALUE

$100 x 2

$200

$250

$500

LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT

VALUE

$100

$100

$100

$100

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

VALUE

$100

$100

HEALTH and PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

VALUE

$100

$100

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

VALUE

$100

$100

STUDENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT – SPECIAL EDUCATION

VALUE

$100

$250

$100

$100

STUDENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT – CO-OP

VALUE

$200

(Chosen by Chip Loughead and the Co-op Co-ordinator)

$200

$100

$200

TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT

VALUE

$250

$100 x 2

Gift value – $100

Graduating student pursuing post-secondary studies in an automotive trade.

$500

$100

NAME

APPLICATION LINK

Bala Cranberry Festival Awards and Scholarships

Four (4) bursary opportunities for academic include: Orville Johnston Memorial, Weismiller Skilled Trade, Isaac Taylor Memorial, & Mature Student.

Two (2) bursary opportunities for non academic include: Sport and Performing Arts.

Applications are open till June 22 2022.

Apply online at www.balacranberryfestival.on.ca/bursaries

 Bracebridge Agricultural Society Bursary

Bracebridge Agricultural Society, P.O. Box 53, Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1T5

Bracebridge Agricultural Society Bursary Application

Bracebridge Agricultural Society – Application Guidelines 2022

 CWA Foundation (Canadian Welding)

Charlie Esson Stewardship Bursary

Please view the complete application form via the link below:

Esson Bursary Application

Deadline is Friday May 13, 2022 at 4pm

Clinch Estate Bursary

Current high school student registered and attending university or pursuing a university program at a college

Application deadline is June 30th of current school year.

Apply directly to Scotiatrust via email : [email protected]

Applications to the attention of Lee-Anne Hall, for our consideration and approval.

“Please impress upon the
applicants that it is important that they fully complete the form and attach as much supporting
documentation as possible”

Huntsville Hospital Foundation

Student must be pursuing education in the Health Sciences Field.

Applications can be forwarded by the student to:

Huntsville Hospital Foundation – Scholarship Committee, 4-100 Frank Miller Drive, Huntsville, ON P1H 1H7, T: 789-4756, Email:

[email protected]

Huntsville Hospital Foundation – Application

The student chosen may not be a relative of a Kiwanis member or a Staples
employee.

Applications due before deadline of April 4, 2022.

Send Completed Applications to:Rick Brooks, PLG
Kiwanis Club of Huntsville Muskoka
1250 Billie Bear Road
Huntsville, ON P1H 2J6
[email protected]

Ontario Provincial Police Youth Foundation Bursary

Demonstrate financial need and academic ability.

Participation in OPP summer camp program is optional.

GHS is located in the central region

OPP Youth Foundation Bursaries – Application Form

Professional Engineers of Ontario Simcoe-Muskoka Chapter

Engineering Scholarship

Student must be accepted into a recognized engineering program at an Ontario university.

Community involvement, extracurricular activities, leadership positions…

Application deadline is Aug. 31^st of each year.

Please visit the link below for additional information.

http://peo-simcoemuskoka.com/scholarships/

Please send the completed form and attachments to the Education Director at: [email protected]

Will be enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada or USA as of Sept.

Canadian or American Citizen or Permanent Resident

Applicant must be 24 years of age or less at the time of application

Winner agrees to having his/her name, photo and post secondary institution displayed on the Storwell website.

$2000

Annual Bursary Available

Application and complete list of instructions available at the link below.

Application

South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Student Scholarship

Best candidates will have contributed to their school and community in a volunteer or participatory capacity.

Application Form

Township of Muskoka Lakes Ratepayers Association Bursary

Township of Muskoka Lakes Ratepayers Association Bursary application

Applications are due by May 15th