Guidance Notes

Course Selection / Scholarship Information / Future Planning

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Posted: April 2, 2025

Allen, Paquet & Arseneau (APA) Scholarship - $2000 - DUE: May 26th, 2025

To reward tomorrow’s leaders, APA introduces a high-school scholarship program for students entering post-secondary programs in the field of Business Administration (or Commerce). APA will also provide the recipients with a contact person that will act as a mentor (a few hours per school year) if the student needs to reach out during their studies. According to the Partners of the firm: ‘’We are very excited to support our next generation of leaders by supporting our youth in their education quest. We recognize the unique challenges facing the 2024 graduating class and want to reiterate our commitment to support our communities.’’


A $2,000 scholarship will be provided to one student in each of our three regions of Campbellton, Bathurst and Miramichi, and the award will be made based on a combination of academic results, community involvement, and student employment experience.

 

1. DEADLINE for the scholarship application is Monday, May 26, 2025 (no exceptions).
2. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution in the year of the scholarship award.
3. Proof of enrolment in the post-secondary institution in the Fall of 2025. (Scholarship money will go directly to awardee’s institution).
 

Application Process
 

Applicant must submit the following items:
1. Completed scholarship application form
2. Letter of application addressed to the Scholarship Committee. The letter should contain a brief explanation of career goals and biographical (background) information.
3. Two (2) letters of recommendations from choice of high school teachers, administrators, counselors, employers, or individual with significant knowledge of applicant’s experience and involvement.
4. An official and recent high school transcript with cumulative grade point average and a class standing/rank.
5. Personal Essay. In your essay, please answer the question of why you are interested in the Business Administration field of studies and what the effect this award will have on your future (maximum 300 words).
 

Please submit the application to:
BY EMAIL
Miramichi Region: brad.mullin@apallp.com


OR


BY MAIL
Allen, Paquet & Arseneau LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants
202 Pleasant Street
Miramichi, N.B. E1V 1Y5
Attention: Brad Mullin

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Posted: March 14, 2025

NB Public Colleges Entrance Scholarship - DUE: May 27th, 2025 $1000

**THIS IS THE NBCC / NBCCD ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP**

 

Eligibility

All Anglophone and Francophone New Brunswick public high school students graduating and accepted (or on a waiting list) for the 2025-2026 college year at any campus of the New Brunswick Community College (NBCC), the Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick (CCNB) or the New Brunswick
College of Craft and Design (NBCCD) are eligible.

One (1) scholarship is available for each New Brunswick public high school in the year for which it was granted.

 

Value

The total value of this scholarship is $1,000 awarded in two equal installments against the student tuition fees:

- the 1st installment of $500 is awarded at the beginning of the academic year (September 2025);

-the 2nd  installment of $500 is awarded at the beginning of the second term (January 2026) upon successful completion of the first term and the student has returned to class.

 

Deadline

All applicants must fill the online application form no later than Saturday May 27th, 2025.

 

APPLY ONLINE AT: 

 

Application Form (thenbccfoundationinc.ca)

Posted: March 14, 2025

NB Hockey Officials Association Scholarship - DUE: May 1st, 2025 $1000

NB Hockey Officials who will be graduating grade 12 and will be attending a registered post secondary educational institution this fall. 

 

NBHOA Academic Scholarships 

 

The NBHOA now awards four (4) academic scholarships, they are named after long time NBHOA officials & directors Jean-Marie Albert, Paul O’Blenis Memorial, Sonny McLellan Memorial and Scott McKay Memorial each for the value of $1000.00 each. 

 

To be eligible to receive one of these scholarships you must be an NBHOA Official in good standing, a grade 12 student who is graduating and attending a recognized post secondary institution in the upcoming year. 

 

To apply for the Scholarship, please submit the following; 

- Completed Application Form 

- Copy of your high school transcript from this year 

- Confirmation that you are enrolled/accepted in a post-secondary school for the upcoming year 

- Applicant must submit a 500-word essay (double-spaced) to the Selection Committee. 

The essay should explain how officiating has impacted their life, and please provide examples outlining any community involvement (volunteering, extra-curricular, etc.). 

 

 

If selected, the cheque will be issued directly to the recognized post-secondary institution you will be attending in your name in the month of September. Please fill out the attached form and return all material by email before May 1st, 2025.

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Posted: March 11, 2025

Douglastown Lions Club Scholarship $1000 - DUE: May 15th, 2025

The Douglastown Lions Club Scholarship of $1000 is awarded to a deserving graduate from the Douglastown Service area.

Eligibility:

- must be a student living in Douglastown (this includes Bartibogue, Oak Point, up to Bonne Route on Route 11 and French Fort Cove)

- one time award of $1000

- selection based on financial need and character

- all applicants must show that they have contributed something to their school by participating in some club, group or team while they were attending high school

 

- Turn in to the main office at JMH no later than Monday, May 15th, 2025

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Posted: March 11, 2025

Hockey NB Scholarships - DUE: March 21st, 2025

HNB Scholarships

Jim Stirling Scholarship (Schorlarship value: $1000 CAD)

Delta Fortis Properties Scholarship (Scholarship value: $1000 CAD)

HNB Academic Scholarship in Memory of Ron Bradbury (Scholarship value: $1000 CAD)

Criteria to apply for an HNB Scholarship:

  • Applicant must have been a Hockey New Brunswick member or associate member in the 2024-2025 hockey season (HNB player, NBIAA player or HNB Official).
  • Applicant must be under the age of 21 as of December 31st of the current season.
  • Applicant must be graduating or must be a graduate who is pursuing post-secondary studies in 2025-2026.

Apply online: 

 

Hockey New Brunswick Scholarships

 

Please note:

There is also the NBHOA Scholarship meant for students who work as Referees or Linesmen, but the document online is from 2024 and not this year. I will advise once it is updated, but here is information from last year:

 

NBHOA_Scholarship_Letter_2024.pdf

Posted: February 27, 2025

Maurice Daigle Memorial Scholarship - DUE: July 31st, 2025

The Maurice Daigle Memorial Scholarship Fund is given annually to kin of eligible potato farmers in the province of New Brunswick who are pursuing post secondary education in agriculture or agriculture related feild of study. 

 

Maurice Daigle Memorial Scholarship Fund Eligibility Criteria:

• This Scholarship is offered to a student who is furthering his Agricultural Education at a University (or) College. 

• Available for students whose parents are (or) were a registered growers with Potatoes New Brunswick. 

• Applicants must be enrolled on a full-time basis and provide a copy of enrollment from College (or) University. 

 

How to Apply: 

• Applicant must submit there application to: gfpotato@potatoesnb.com before July 31st, 2025. 

• Please include - your name, address, High School diploma year and School attended - name of parents (Farms name with Potatoes NB registration forms) - courses intented to be taken - Explain how this degree will be used in the agricultural sector - copy of enrollment acceptance

 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfW15Rx3ZMgzHaeG92T6ADmdU7oLMePL0p-3w_XaGl-lfNeVg/viewform?usp=pp_url

Posted: February 27, 2025

Solveyourdebts.com Scholarship DUE: May 4th, 2025 $1000

Scholarships for Post-Secondary Students

John Eisner Financial Literacy Scholarship

Each year, SolveYourDebts.com offers several $1,000 scholarships to post-secondary students across Atlantic Canada. Since 2004, we have awarded more than $200,000 to deserving students.

About the Scholarship

John Eisner was President & CEO of SolveYourDebts.com (formerly Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada) for nearly 30 years. He believed strong financial literacy is the cornerstone of future financial freedom and was commited to fostering financial literacy in young people. 

John immortalized the phrase “we can help,” and the John Eisner Financial Literacy Scholarship aims to carry on this legacy by providing students with the skills and habits needed to minimize post-secondary debt and use credit wisely.

The 2025/26 Scholarship is now open. Please review the instructions, rules and regulations, and judging criteria here before applying. 

 

APPLY NOW

Posted: February 26, 2025

CUPE Local 2745 Scholarship - DUE: May 9th, 2025

One scholarship per region valued at $2000 each are available annually for full time attendance at a Post-Secondary Institution

 

Those eligible are: 

1. Union members in good standing with CUPE Local 2745 

2. Sons, daughters or legal wards of members in good standing of CUPE Local 2745 

Documentation may be requested 

 

Basis of awards: Consideration will be given to reflection paper, marks, financial need and aptitude. Applications must be completed on the current form and must be post marked on or before May 9 th, 2025.

 

Application form:

 

 

CUPE Local 2745

Posted: February 25, 2025

NB Real Estate Board Bursary - DUE: April 30th, 2025 $1000

The New Brunswick Real Estate Board is excited to offer students from the Anglophone School Districts and the Francophone School Districts the chance to apply for one of four $1000 REALTORS Care® bursaries. These bursaries are available to graduating students who have shown outstanding community involvement, volunteer work and academic performance, with the opportunity to receive financial support for their post-secondary education.

 

Key Details:

  • Eligibility: Open to graduating high school students from the general public, as well as those whose family member is a member of the New Brunswick Real Estate Board.
  • The most important criteria for selection will be the student's involvement in their community, volunteer work, and academic performance.
  • Amount: $1000.00 per recipient.
  • Bursaries Awarded: We will be selecting four applicants from around the province.
  • Deadline: April 30th, 2025
CLICK HERE FOR ENGLISH APPLICATION

 

Applications will be reviewed by the REALTORS Care® Committee members in mid-May, with the four bursary recipients selected by the end of May or early June. Photos will be taken with each bursary winner with a local REALTOR® from their area. Submissions can be made in English or French. Students can access the application through your Guidance Counselor's office or by reaching out directly to Paige Morrison with the New Brunswick Real Estate Board via email at paige@nbrealestateboard.com .

 

Posted: February 25, 2025

North Shore (NB) Regiment Education Bursary - DUE: May 2nd, 2025

Eligibility

In order to be eligible for a NSNBR Heritage Foundation Educational Bursary, you must be a serving, former or retired member of the Regiment or their spouse, child, grandchild, great-grandchild or a member of a NSNBR Cadet Corps.

 

Must be registered as a full-time student in a first-year program of a post-secondary school at the time of application.

Must provide an official document from their academic institution confirming that they are accepted for the following academic year and indicating that a diploma or degree is underway.

Must have sponsorship from an educator that knows the applicant at the same school (secondary school), and a reference letter from him/her.

Must include a personal motivational letter outlining your reasons for application, your goals, and relevant background (no more than one page single spaced).

Must provide an up-to-date transcript of their academic records.

Must submit a resume.

 

Presentation

Presentation and/or announcement of a bursary is usually awarded at the recipient’s high school graduation ceremony. Payment will be presented to the recipient once they have received confirmation of enrollment for their second semester of post-secondary education.

 

Selection Committee

All applications will come straight to the Foundation; a Selection Committee will choose the final recipient.

 

Selection Criteria (In no particular order)

Academic achievement

Financial circumstance

Field of study/program registered

Personal Motivational Letter outlining career aspirations

Awards/declarations/recognition/commendations

Volunteer work/dedication to the community

 

Application deadline

Deadline for application submission through the Association website will be no later than May 2nd, 2025, at 17h00. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.

Apply Online: https://www.nsnbr.ca/bursary

Posted: February 25, 2025

NBTA Credit Union Education Awards - DUE: April 25th,2025

NBTA Credit Union’s Story 

NBTA Credit Union was started in 1971 as an alternative to the banks for New Brunswick Teachers. From these humble roots, NBTA Credit Union has grown into a full-service financial provider ready to serve the New Brunswick Education sector, members of the general public, and their families. With approximately 4500 member-owners throughout New Brunswick, NBTA Credit Union is an organization concentrated on community support, responsible and competitive banking, and providing unparalleled customer service to those whom we serve each day. 

Take Ownership of Your Financial Future Today 

NBTA Credit Union’s Mission Statement is “Your Financial Well-Being is Our Business.” We take the worry out of financial matters for you in this stage of your life by offering No-Fee Student Accounts, Student Lines of Credit, and Student Master Cards, creating an affordable way for you to continue your education.

 

The NBTA Credit Union presents a minimum of six education awards of $2000 each, annually. These awards are available to students whose parents and/or grandparents are member-owners of the NBTA Credit Union as well as to any member-owner of the NBTA Credit Union. The awards are non-renewable but may be re-applied for each year. The awards are contingent on actual full-time enrolment in a post-secondary institution. 

 

The deadline for applications (including transcripts and acceptance letters) to reach the NBTA Credit Union is April 25, 2025. 

 

Applications received after this date will NOT be considered 

 

The successful candidates will be notified in time for announcements to be made at the graduation ceremonies in June. Applications may be obtained online or from the office of NBTA Credit Union. 

 

ELIGIBILITY 

1. Applicants must be member-owners for at least one year; or applicants must have a parent/guardian or grandparent who has been a member-owner for at least one year. 

2. All scholarship applications must be accompanied by the following: 

• Name(s) of parent/guardian or grandparent who is a member-owner at NBTA Credit Union, if you are not a member-owner. 

• An acceptance letter if you are not already in University/College. 

• An official signed transcript from High school, University, or College. 

• 2 signed letters of reference (you may include teachers, clergy, employers, Credit Union managers or other professionals; you may not include family members or classmates.) 

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

The criteria for the awards are listed below and are weighted equally: 

(a) Academic achievement 

(b) Co-operative community service (volunteer work) 

(c) Financial need 

(d) Success in spite of extraordinary circumstances 

 

SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE ADDRESS: 

Mail to: NBTA Credit Union Limited Attn. Tracy Russell 650 Montgomery Street, P.O. Box 752 Fredericton, N.B. E3B 5R6 Email to trussell@nbtacu.nb.ca

 

 DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS APRIL 25, 2025

 

2025 NBTA Credit Union Education Award.pdf

Posted: February 25, 2025

Joyce Family Access Bursary DUE: April 15, 2025 $20,000

Joyce Family Foundation Access Bursaries 2025-26

Through the generosity of Ronald V. Joyce, the University of New Brunswick has established the Joyce Family Foundation Access Bursaries. The Joyce Foundation is proud to annually fund high school entrance bursaries valued at $20,000 ($5,000 renewable per year for up to 4 years). This support will assist young Atlantic Canadians (preference to New Brunswick residents) achieve their academic goals.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, April 15th, 2025

Bursary Criteria:
- Preference given to residents of New Brunswick, and then Atlantic Canada.
- Must have graduated from a secondary high school within the last 12 months.
- Bursaries awarded based on financial need and personal circumstances.
- Students must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program of study at UNB.
- Recipient must commit to work with at least one mentor in an extracurricular activity throughout program.
- Bursaries awarded are to be applied against tuition and fees.
- Renewal is based on maintaining good academic standing (minimum assessment year GPA of 2.0).

CONTACTS:

UNB Fredericton Students:
Financial Aid Office, E-mail: finaid@unb.ca

UNB Saint John Students:
Students Services, E-mail: finaidsj@unb.ca

 

APPLY ONLINE HERE: 

 

https://forms.office.com/r/b8k51ZhWrf 

Posted: February 25, 2025

Mary Majka Scholarship - DUE: March 31st, 2025

The Mary Majka Scholarship Fund was established in 2014 by Nature NB to honour the legacy of one of our founding members, Mary Majka, with the intent to further youth engagement with nature and our natural heritage.

Mary Majka was an environmental pioneer, TV host, wildlife rehabilitator and outdoor educator … a driving force behind New Brunswick’s first conservation organizations. But it was her fervent defence and preservation of cultural heritage, sensitive habitats, and the wild creatures that share our world that most influenced those around her.

 

Eligibility and General Scholarship Information

Dr. Mary Majka

The Mary Majka Scholarship Fund is open to New Brunswick students from middle school to those attending an undergraduate program. Awards will be granted on a yearly basis ranging from $250 to $1000, depending on the number of applicants and funds available.

Scholarships will be awarded in three distinct categories:

  1. High School graduates, upon entering a post-secondary education program focusing on nature conservation;
  2. Post-secondary students who is already enrolled in aa post-secondary education program focused on nature conservation; or
  3. Students in middle or high school, for a project focused on nature conservation.
 

How to Apply

Applications are accepted annually. The deadline to apply is March 31st of the current calendar year. Once your application is submitted, it will be reviewed by our scholarship committee. Decisions will be made and successful applicants will be notified by the end of May.

Please complete the application form and submit it with all supporting documentation, either by email or postal mail.

  • Submit by email to: Vanessa Roy-McDougall, executive.director@naturenb.ca
  • Submit by mail to: Nature NB, 61 Carleton St., Suite 3, Fredericton NB, E3B 3T2

Applications must be received by Nature NB by 5:00 PM March 31st.

Please note, the application has the year 2024, but is still current for 2025

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Posted: February 25, 2025

Robbie and Jean Shaw Scholarship DUE: April 4th, 2025 $2000

Robbie and Jean Shaw Scholarship

We currently accepting applications for the 2025 Robbie and Jean Shaw Scholarship.

Application deadline: Friday, April 4 2025

Apply now.

About the Robbie and Jean Shaw Scholarship 

The Robbie and Jean Shaw Scholarship Fund was created by a group of dedicated donors interested in paying tribute to the Shaw family for their long-term commitment to making the world a better place. Specifically, Robbie and Jean love IWK Health, and they believe in the potential and passion of every young person to make a meaningful difference, in part thanks to a solid educational foundation. IWK children and youth have a special place in Robbie and Jean’s hearts because of their long-term professional and volunteer experience with the IWK and the IWK Foundation.

The Award and Application Process 

The IWK Foundation invites applications for the Robbie and Jean Shaw Scholarship. This award consists of a scholarship valued at minimum $2,000. 

Eligible applicants are current or former IWK patients who have an academic average of 75% or higher and who are entering their first year of post-secondary studies. 

Applicants must submit a minimum 500 word essay answering the following question: 

How has your experience at the IWK impacted your life and shaped your goals for the future? 

Please include the following points in your essay: 

• Why the IWK is special to you 

• Your community involvement and/or volunteer work 

• Your goals for the future • How the scholarship will make a difference for you 

In addition, applicants must submit a recent transcript, two personal written letters or notes from references —one from a teacher and one from a representative at the IWK who is familiar with their care journey.

Apply now.

Posted: February 25, 2025

Dairy Farmers of NB Scholarships - DUE: May 1st, 2025

Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick is offering a $1000 Entrance Scholarship in memory of individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the dairy industry in New Brunswick. It is hoped that the young men and women who benefit from this scholarship will become tomorrow’s contributors to agriculture in this province. 

 

Qualification Requirements 

  • Applicant must be a resident of the province of New Brunswick. 
  • Applicant must be enrolled in a university degree program related to agriculture or the dairy industry, including but not necessarily limited to plant and animal science, agricultural engineering, veterinary science, agricultural economists, etc. 
  • Applicant must be entering first year of study in an approved university degree program.   

All Applications Must Include: 

  • Completed Application form; 
  • A 300-500 word essay concerning the applicant’s future plans and how they relate to the agricultural industry; 
  • Two letters of recommendation from teachers; 
  • A transcript of marks. 

 

DOCUMENTATION MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN MAY 1 2025

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