Guidance Notes

Course Selection / Scholarship Information / Future Planning

Notes

Posted: April 28, 2023

JMH Internal Scholarship Application - DUE: May 22, 2023

The JMH Internal Scholarship application is now available online at:

 
This ONE application is for 51 different scholarships and bursaries ranging from $75 to $2000. Look through the eligibility and simply check the box "I am applying for this scholarship" if you meet the criteria. You must check one of the boxes to submit the application.
 
Some of these specific scholarships require additional information (to be filled out on the form) or reference letters to be sent to jmhscholarships2023@gmail.com so please pay attention to what is being asked and fill it out completely (first and last name etc.).

Posted: April 18, 2023

JMH External Scholarship List 2023

Good afternoon graduates,
 
 
 
Over the last few weeks, you have been getting a barrage of Teams announcements and posts on the JMH 2023 Grad page of scholarships, bursaries and awards. Here is a compilation of the external scholarships that have been posted (or will be posted) to the grad distribution list. They are listed alphabetically.
 
 
Use this list to search on the Teams page and narrow down your focus on the awards you qualify for There are also scholarships that have an online link or website address and you will use that link to find information or apply for those scholarships.
 
 
 
Please look at the due dates so you can prioritize your efforts. You should also inform parents and guardians that this information is publicly available on the JMH Website: Guidance | James M. Hill High School (nbed.nb.ca)
 
 
In the next couple of weeks, we will also be releasing the "Internal" Scholarship Application - this is done completely online and has approximately 35 scholarships attached to it. This is not available yet, but will be shortly.
 
 
If you have any questions, come and visit.
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Posted: April 18, 2023

Irish Canadian Cultural Society of Miramichi - NO LONGER AVAILABLE

1) Relatives of members of Irish Canadian Cultural Association OR Have Irish roots
2) Must be accepted into a post-secondary education (college, trade school, university)

Posted: April 18, 2023

Highland Society of NB - Scholarships and Educational Grants DUE: Sept 15th, 2023

U.N.B. SCHOLARSHIP

VALUE: Announced annually. Average value $1000 / year.
TERM: Four (4) years.
CRITERIA: 1. Applicant must be a Scotsman, Scotswoman, or be of Scottish decent.
2. Applicant must have been accepted for entrance to Arts, Science or Applied Science
Course at the University.
3. Financial need to be taken into consideration in deciding among applicants.
4. If the recipient fails to maintain pass-standing he / she, at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee, may be required to forfeit the Scholarship.
 
THE HIGHLAND SOCIETY OF NEW BRUNSWICK AT MIRAMICHI
JOHN CROSBIE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP & LEN ROBERTSON SCHOLARSHIP
VALUE: $3500.
TERM: One (1) year.
CRITERIA: 1. Must be a member or a son or daughter of a member in good standing of the Highland
Society of New Brunswick at Miramichi.
2. Must be attending a first-year program at a recognized Canadian University.
3. Financial need to be a consideration in deciding among applicants.
4. One-half amount payable in the fall; second half on proof of satisfactory first-term
results.
 
EDUCATIONAL GRANTS
VALUE: $2500
TERM: One (1) year. (Candidates may re-apply annually)
CRITERIA: 1. Relatives of members of Highland Society of N.B. at Miramichi in good standing,
(sons, daughters, grandchildren, nephews, nieces).
2. Must be planning to attend an institution providing post-secondary education.
3. Financial need to be a consideration in deciding among applicants.
All applications for Scholarships or Educational Grants must be accompanied by:
1. Letter of acceptance
2. Transcript of your marks from your school or university
3. Two (2) letters of reference
4. Recent photo suitable for publication
 
APPLICATIONS MUST BE MAILED TO THE SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE BY SEPTEMBER 15th
MAIL TO:

 

Highland Society of New Brunswick at Miramichi

P.O. Box 303

Miramichi, N.B.

E1N 3A7

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Posted: April 17, 2023

River Hoops Basketball Association Bursary $250 - May 15th, 2023

Submit completed applications to the Main Office by May 15th, 2023

Eligibility:

1. Successful graduation from James M. Hill Memorial High School or Miramichi Valley High School

2. A former registered player for the TMBA or Miramichi Hoops

3. Pursuing post-secondary studies

The River Hoops Basketball Association Bursary will be awarded annually to four graduating TMBA and River Hoops basketball players who best demonstrate the positive qualities inherent as an ambassador for the sport of basketball, and for our programs.

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Posted: April 17, 2023

NB Command Royal Canadian Legion Bursary $500 - DUE: July 15th, 2023

Section I: Student Information

  • Print clearly or type all information requested
  • You must reside in New Brunswick and be a Canadian Citizen

Section II: College/University Information

  • Provide the name and address of the College, Trade School, Technical School, Community College or University you will be attending.
  • Bursaries are awarded to students attending facilities on a full time basis.
  • Post graduate studies do not qualify.
  • $500.00 bursaries are awarded to successful applicants.

Section III: Financial Information

  • This section must be completed

Section IV: Military Service Information

  • This section must be completed

NOTE:

  • Bursaries are awarded based on financial need, with special consideration given to children and grandchildren of Veterans.
  • All documentation to be included
  • Ensure that the application is signed in the appropriate places
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered - no follow-up will be taken
  • Completed applications and necessary documentation must be mailed, faxed or emailed to

NEW BRUNSWICK COMMAND

THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
490 DOUGLAS AVENUE

SAINT JOHN, NB E2K 1E7

legion@bellaliant.com

FAX—506-633-4836

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Posted: April 17, 2023

Environmental Services Association Maritimes Scholarship Program - DUE: June 1, 2023

Environmental Services Association Maritimes Scholarship Program

 

To Provide a $500 scholarship to three deserving high school graduates intending to pursue a post-secondary education in a science or environmental program. Three scholarships will be awarded, one in each Maritime province.

 

Criteria:

· Applicant must be a resident of the Maritimes.

 

· Applicant must be a graduating high school senior and be accepted to attend a post-secondary institution in the year of award.

 

· Applicant must be furthering their education in a science or environmental field of study.

 

Please include with your application:

 

· Completed Application Form

 

· Proof of Acceptance to a Post-Secondary Institution

 

· Letter of recommendation from a teacher or community member

 

· A 250-500 word essay explaining why you have chosen to pursue an education in the science/environmental field. Please email your submission to: contact@esamaritimes.ca.

 

Deadline for the receipt of applications is June 1, 2023

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Posted: April 17, 2023

J. Dean McAllister Bursary $500 - DUE: May 26th, 2023

The Schizophrenia Society of New Brunswick Inc. offers a $500.00 bursary (dedicated to the memory of J. Dean McAllister) to a high school graduate who is entering University or College - preference given to a student enrolled in one of the Social Sciences.

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Posted: April 14, 2023

Beaubear Credit Union Scholarship $1000 - DUE: June 1st, 2023

Application can be mailed to:

Trustees Beaubear Credit Union Founders Scholarship

C/O Beaubear Credit Union

PO Box 764, 376 Water Street

Miramichi, NB E1V 3V4

 

OR scan completed documents and email to: beaubear@beaubear.ca

Applications must be received by the Trustees no later than June 1st of each year.

All students or one of his/her parents who are members of Beaubear Credit Union for 12 months preceding the application are eligible for the bursary. Applicants should be careful to answer all questions.

The page on family information is strictly confidential. It should be completed by the parent or guardian, and mailed separately to the above address. This page will be destroyed once the Trustees have made their decision on the recipient of the Scholarship

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Posted: April 14, 2023

Nancy Lordon Memorial Scholarship $750 - DUE: May 19th, 2023

Purpose: To assist a deserving female student to pursue further studies or training at a recognized post-secondary institution

 Submit to the main office at JMH by May 19th

 Recipient will be selected by: Nancy Lordon Memorial Scholarship Committee

 Eligibility:

·        Must demonstrate leadership skills

·        Successful graduation from James M. Hill

·        Minimum of two years at this high school

·        Applicant must have applied to a post-secondary institution

Based on need, marks, and participation in school and community

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Posted: April 14, 2023

Scott Bowes Memorial Scholarship $1000 - DUE: May 20th, 2023

Eligibility:  A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student graduating from James M. Hill Memorial High School who will be entering trade or a trade apprenticeship program.

Criteria:  Community and School Involvement.

Presentation:  The award will be presented by a member of the Scott Bowes family.  Written confirmation from the post-secondary institution must be provided.

Selection of Scholarship:  A committee comprising of the Scott Bowes family will review all applications. What do you know about Scott?

Application Deadline:  May 20th of each year.  

Email to valeriebowes@hotmail.com with “Scott Bowes Memorial Scholarship” in the subject line. Printed applications can also be dropped off at the main office at JMH.

Copy of current High School Marks. (a transcript of marks can be requested from the guidance office)

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Posted: April 14, 2023

Jack Estey Memorial Scholarship - DUE: May 15th, 2023

Submit to Main Office at JMH by May 15th/2023

Proof of Enrollment – Proof of enrollment is required before release of funds

To assist with post secondary education for up to four needy and/or deserving students who reside in the area of the former Village of Loggieville, NB.

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Posted: April 14, 2023

Baie Guardian Pharmacie Bursary $250 - DUE: May 15th, 2023

  • Open to graduates of JMH residing in the Hardwicke, Baie Ste. Anne and Escuminac Area
  • Pursuing post-secondary education at least one year in duration
  • primary consideration given to financial need
  • secondary consideration given to academic achievement 
Drop off at the Pharmacy or mail in an envelope with "Baie Guardian Pharmacie Bursary" on the front. Due by May 15th
 
5447 NB-117 
Baie Ste. Anne, NB

E9A 1E5

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Posted: April 14, 2023

Fr. Nicholas J. Power Memorial Scholarship $500 - DUE: May 26, 2023

The Father Nicholas J. Power Memorial Scholarship is open by application to all eligible students from the Parish of Our Lady of Lourdes - Miramichi (St. Patrick's, Most Pure Heart of Mary, & St. Edward's) who are receiving their high school diploma in June 2023. Applicants must be planning to pursue post-secondary studies/training within the next school year (2023-2024).

Applicants must provide the scholarship selection committee with:

 

1) A copy of their acceptance letter to a post- secondary program issued by the University/College/Institution.

2) A brief description about how the applicant has been active withing the parish of Our Lady of Lourdes.

3) Two letters of reference. (Offered by non- family members who have known the applicant for at least two years, and must indicate in what capacity.)

 

Application forms will be available at the entrances of all 3 churches OR may be downloaded electronically from Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Facebook page. DUE: May 26th, 2023.

 

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Posted: April 13, 2023

Rotary Club of Chatham Scholarship $3,500 - DUE: May 19th, 2023

The Rotary Club of Chatham will award one $3,500 CDN scholarship to a current graduate of James M. Hill High School who will be pursuing post-secondary studies.  

 

Please note that sons and / or daughters of Rotary Club members are not eligible to apply. 

 

This application is based on a number of components including: 

 

  • Academic Achievement – maintaining a consistent academic record; 
  • Community Involvement – ability to demonstrate meaningful contributions to community activities: 
  • Financial Need –provide detailed information on your financial statue and how you will finance your studies. Please provide information on all other scholarships / bursaries at time of application; 
  • Provide a short document outlining why you feel you deserve this scholarship. 

 

 

The deadline for submission of this application is MAY 19th, 2023. This application must be mailed to the address below on or before this date. No late applications will be accepted. Completed applications may also be dropped off at the JMH Main Office.

 

Rotary Club of Chatham (Attn: Scholarship Committee) 

P.O. Box 127  

Miramichi, NB   

E1N 3A5 

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