Scholarships & Awards

Congress of Aboriginal Peoples Youth Achievement Awards
Number of Awards: 5
Application Deadline: December 31

Description: For Aboriginal youth ages 15 – 29, members of a Provincial/Territorial Organization in good standing with the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples. Organizations include: Native Council of Nova Scotia, Native Council of Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick Aboriginal Peoples’ Council, Labrador Metis Nation, Federation of Newfoundland Indians, Native Alliance of Quebec, Ontario Metis Aboriginal Association, Aboriginal Council of Manitoba, or United Native Nations (British Columbia). Must demonstrate an overall positive attitude toward life. Five award categories include: leadership, education, community, sports, and culture & heritage. Must be nominated. Submit letters of support, photograph, and resume.

Contact Information:
Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP)
http://www.abo-peoples.org/YouthPages/YouthIndex.htm

The Dalton Camp Award
Value: $5,000
Number of Awards: 3
Application Deadline: March 31

Description: Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Submit maximum 2,000 word essay on link between democratic values and quality of media in Canada. Biographical sketch required. For further information, please visit the website posted below

Contact Information:
Friends of Canadian Broadcasting
Web Site: http://www.friends.ca

RBC Royal Bank Financial LIfeskills Scholarships
Value: $2,006
Number of Awards: 10
Application Deadline: May 12

Description: For Canadian citizens and permanent residents graduating final year of high school or Cégep. Must be registered or accepted at a Canadian college or university in the fall on a full-time basis. Minimum average of 65%. Must include a sample of work completed in the last year demonstrating interests and abilities. Outline of career and occupational goals, work experience, and qualifications is required

Contact Information:
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) / Banque royale du Canada
http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/lifeskills/
http://www.rbcbanqueroyale.com/dynamique/