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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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Posted: February 25, 2025

IWK Research & Innovation Advancement - DUE: March 1, 2025 $2500

* Posted to Teams grad page on December 20th, 2024*

IWK Research & Innovation Advancement (RIA) is proud to offer The Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarship to Maritime students. We are asking that you distribute this information to students graduating in the spring of 2025 and planning on pursuing a post-secondary education.

 

The Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarship was created in 2015 for the purpose of fostering awareness in health research at the IWK and to recognize outstanding grade 12 students within the Maritimes who have demonstrated an early interest in health-related research and/or innovation.

 

To be considered for The Future Health Research and Innovation Scholarship, grade 12 students must intend on continuing their education at a Maritime post-secondary institution (college or university) in a field that will enhance health research or innovation.  The student must include a cover letter, essay, letters of recommendation, and transcripts. The cover letter should explain why they are interested in a particular area of health research and/or innovation and how their post-secondary education will help them pursue their research goals. The essay must be written using scientific evidence to explain the specific area of health research and/or innovation they would like to pursue and how their research and/or innovation could potentially contribute to the health and well-being of children, women and families in the Maritimes. The student must provide one Academic Reference (e.g.  a teacher who can speak to their marks and school performance) and one Character Reference (e.g., a coach or boss who can speak to sportsmanship or work ethic). Lastly the student must provide their Grades 11 and 12 (in progress) transcripts, and have a minimum average of 75%.

 

A maximum of three non-renewable scholarships of $2,500 will be awarded, one in each Maritime province. Applications will be reviewed by a panel of judges consisting of scientists, administrators and members of the public (lay members).

 

The deadline for applications will be March 1,2025 and notification of the winners will be made in June. Attached in the email are the Scholarship poster and Application form.

 

 

For more information please visit our website at The Future Health Research & Innovation Scholarship | IWK Health. If you have any questions regarding this scholarship please contact us at research@iwk.nshealth.ca.

Posted: February 25, 2025

2025 Scholarship Posts

Please note:

Anything below this post is from the 2024 Graduation year and not necessarily applicable to 2025 as donors, due dates and procedures  change from year to year.

These posts are duplicated from the JMH 2025 Grad Class Teams page in an effort to make this infomation available to parents and guardians who do not have access to Teams. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

***ANYTHING BELOW IS NOT RELEVANT TO THE 2025 GRAD YEAR***

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posted: May 1, 2024

Baie Hometown Pharmacy $250 - DUE: May 15th, 2024

Value: $250.00

Drop off at the Pharmacy or mail in an envelope with "Baie Hometown Pharmacy Bursary" on the front. 

5447 NB-117

Baie Ste. Anne, NB

E9A 1E5

          

Eligibility:

 

  • Open to graduates of James M ..Hill 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

 

 

When applying for this bursary, you must include supporting information on the above four conditions of eligibility.

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Posted: May 1, 2024

Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #44 $200 - DUE: May 15th, 2024

Value: $200 

 Submit to main office at JMH by: May 15th 

 Eligibility: 

1. Open to graduates of James M. Hill 

 

2. Must be entering a post-secondary education program in the fall

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Posted: April 19, 2024

ESAM Scholarship Program $500

Founded in 1994, the Environmental Services Association Maritimes (ESAM) has been operating for 26 years as a not-for-profit business organization dedicated to the promotion of environmental products, services and organizations within the environmental industry.

Our Board brings a diverse skill set to ESAM, with representation from the Federal Government, academia, the consulting industry, and business owners. The breadth of experience is impressive and includes expertise in the fields of environmental assessment, fisheries and wildlife, hazardous materials, site assessment, remediation, and research and development.

Purpose
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.

Required With Your Application
• Completed Application Form (download 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.

• Files must be submitted as Word of PDF files

 

Please email your submission to: contact@esamaritimes.ca
Deadline for the receipt of applications is June 1, 2024.

Posted: April 18, 2024

JMH Internal Scholarship Application 2024

The JMH Internal Scholarship application is now available online at:

 

https://forms.office.com/r/X6fmAnHnZq

 

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 jmhscholarships2024@gmail.com so please pay attention to what is being asked and fill it out completely (first and last name etc.).

Posted: April 15, 2024

The Wessex Scholarship (IWK Health) - DUE: May 10th, 2024

The Wessex Scholarship is presented annually to commemorate the visit by His Royal Highness The Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex to IWK Health in November 2015. 

A $5,000 award, this scholarship recognizes the important role community service has played in supporting the IWK in providing exceptional care to patients and families. The Wessex Scholarship is awarded to a deserving individual by the IWK Foundation. 

 

Eligible applicants will be graduating from an Atlantic Canadian high school and entering a post-secondary health care degree level program at an Atlantic Canadian institution (please see Appendix A for a list of eligible programs). This scholarship focuses on the impact of community service and as such, applicants should be active participants in their community. A minimum grade average of 80 per cent is required. 

 

Students who have applied, but have not yet been accepted into an eligible program may still apply for Wessex Scholarship and may be asked to provide proof of acceptance at time of award if selected.

Final deadline to apply is Friday, May 10 2024.

 

See all application details and apply now by visiting https://iwkfoundation.org/scholarships

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