Bruce Power assists leaders of tomorrow with scholarship
program
Bruce Power is committed to investing in our community and our
future. By providing $50,000 in post-secondary school scholarships,
we are offering financial assistance to help local students reach
their goals.
If you are a post-secondary student in Bruce, Grey or Huron
counties pursuing post-secondary education, we encourage you to
apply to receive a scholarship.
The Bruce Power Scholarship application window opens from May
15 to June 16. Successful applicants will be notified via email
by July 15.
Eligibility
Applicants must provide proof of:
- Enrollment in an accredited post-secondary program for the
fall. An offer letter does not satisfy this requirement,
proof of enrollment is required.
- Residency in Bruce, Grey or Huron County (or that of their
immediate family - parents or guardians). Proof of
residence at your academic/technical institution is not
required.
Exceptions
Past winners of the Bruce Power Post-Secondary
Scholarship are not eligible.
Scholarship Awards
The following is an outline of the 100 scholarships awards
available and their allocations:
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40 University Scholarships - Available for
students who are enrolled in a full-time program of study leading
to a university degree.
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35 College or Trade School Scholarships -
Available for students enrolled in a full-time program of study
leading to a certification from a recognized community or
technical college or institute including skilled trades.
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15 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Scholarships - Available for self-identified diverse
population in any type of full-time post-secondary studies and
includes:
- Persons with a disability
- Indigenous or
- visible minorities
-
10 Scholarships for Special Consideration
students - Available for the following student
categories registered in any type of full-time
post-secondary studies:
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Graduate Students - Students registered in
graduate studies including masters, Ph.D or postgraduate
degrees/diplomas.
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First Generation Students - Students whose
parents and grandparents have never participated in
post-secondary studies. (Post-secondary studies include college
and/or university). Requires a verification letter signed by a
parent or guardian.
-
Current or former Ontario Crown ward -
Students who currently are - or prior to their 18th birthday
were - Ontario Crown wards. Requires documentation of
ward status (a letter from a Child & Family Services
organization).
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Mature Students - A student of any
age over 18 that is returning to full-time post-secondary
studies on-campus, via correspondence, or online. (Includes but
not limited to re-training due to layoff or injury, return to
school after the care of children, elderly dependents).
Selection Process
A committee of Bruce Power employees and union representatives
will review applications and select recipients in each of the
granting areas. Awards will be given based on the quality of
answers provided to the questions below. Consideration will also be
given to spelling and correct use of grammar. Each applicant will
be contacted directly via email July 15 to be informed of their
application status.
