Financial Aid Awards

Share the gift of education with generations of students through financial awards. Scholarships reward to academic excellence; bursaries ease financial need. Both forms of financial awards help Individuals and their families gain the benefits offered by advanced education.

Your interests and concerns may be reflected in the criteria established to select a student recipient. For example, you may elect to support students developing skills to enter a particular career or field of study. Selection criteria may also include a preference to support youth, adult students, single parents, or other appropriate traits.

Selkirk College administered scholarships, bursaries and awards are listed below by category. Application deadlines are indicated for each category, and the name of the award is required on the application. Many awards require applicants to be registered in a specific program; some may have additional eligibility criteria. Award recipients are selected from among the applications received by a committee.

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103.5 The Bridge & Mt. Fm Bursary: Preference to a first year Contemporary Music and Technology student that has indicated financial need and an intent to return to complete second year of the Contemporary Music and Technology Program.
A. Leone and W.D. Hall Bursary: This award is presented to a student from the Selkirk College School of Trades and Technology Program who has demonstrated financial need: Welding, Fine Woodworking, Electrical Entry, Mechanics and Millwright Machinist are eligible programs.
Ab Dunn Memorial Bursary: This award is open to any student from the Castlegar Campus requiring financial assistance.
Air Canada Award - (Trophy): This award is presented to a student demonstrating: Outstanding ability in the academic program (35%) Outstanding ability in the flying program (35%) Professional attitude, participation in college activities, extra-curricular school activities, sports participation, personal appeal (30%).
Air Canada Pilots Association Scholarship: This award is presented to a student demonstrating: Outstanding in the academic program (35%) Outstanding in the flying program (35%) Professional attitude, participation in college activities, extra-curricular school activities, sports participation, personal appeal (30%).
Air Canada Scholarship: This award is presented to a student with a combination of high technical scores (top 20%) with interpersonal skills focused on teamwork, leadership and communications.
Al King Scholarship: This award is presented to a full-time student taking a second year history course or courses at Selkirk College with a high GPA.
Al Laing Memorial: This award is presented to a second year aviation student who has obtained the highest marks in the flying portion of the syllabus (to completion of commercial pilot license level.); Alan Laing was one of a rare and special breed of men who make their appearance periodically throughout history.
Al Popoff Memorial Bursary: To a single parent in financial need.
Alex P Relkoff Endowment Bursary: Awarded to a second year student in the Associate of Arts Degree in Peace Studies Program in financial need. Preference will be given to a student who has lived in the Castlegar region for at least two years. To be eligible, a student must carry a 60% course load.
Alex P Relkoff Endowment Scholarship: The scholarship will be awarded to a first year student in the Associate of Arts Degree in Peace Studies Program who is continuing into second year of that same Program. Preference will be given to a student who has lived in the Castlegar region for at least two years. To be eligible, a student must carry an 80% course load.
Alycee Ross Memorial Scholarship: To a 2nd year student who has a 2.85 GPA or above and combines the leadership in school with the social aspects of the department.
AMEC Americas Limited Endowment: To be awarded to a student enrolled in Associate Science or Applied Science Engineering Program with a high GPA. Please identify your interest in Engineering.
Anderton Bursary for Associate of Arts and Sciences: This award is presented to a single parent majoring in Associate of Arts or Sciences. Preference will be given to a student who is taking at least one geology or geography course.
Anderton Bursary for Renewable Resources: This award is presented to a single parent who is taking a Renewable Resources diploma in Forestry, Recreation, Fish and Wildlife, or Integrated Environmental Planning.
Ann and Peter Wood Biology Bursary: Student in need studying Biology.
Ann and Peter Wood Biology Scholarship: This award will be presented to an Associate of Arts/Science student who has demonstrated academic excellence and has exceeded in a Biology course(s).
Anthropology Scholarship: First year Anthropology student continuing on to second year at Selkirk College and taking anthropology.
Applied Business Technology Scholarship: This award is presented to a student completing one year of studies in the Applied Business Technology Program who achieves a high ranking overall in their studies as well as demonstrates the aptitude to succeed.
Arnold Cummings Nursing Endowment Scholarship: This award is presented to student(s) in the Nursing Program.
Arrow Lakes Generating Station Bursary: This award is presented to an Integrated Environmental Planning student demonstrating financial need.
Arrow Lakes Generating Station Millwrights' Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a high-ranking Millwright/Machinist Student(s).
Arthur Chapman Chapter IODE (Trail) Bursary: This award is presented to a deserving student completing first year at Selkirk in a Associate of Arts or Sciences or a Diploma Program.
Association of BC Forest Professionals Scholarship: This award is presented annually to a student entering the second year of the Forestry Technology Program. He/she must demonstrate a strong desire to pursue a career in forestry and obtain RPF designation with the Association of BC Professional Foresters. Preference will be given to a student who exhibits a combination of academic achievement and extracurricular involvement.
ASSQ Ski Scholarship: A scholarship to be awarded to a ski student with a high GPA and with an 80 % course load in good standing with Selkirk College. ASSQ Ski Association
ASSQ Ski Scholarship for Quebec Student: A scholarship to be awarded to a Quebec student with a high GPA in Ski Resort Operations and Management. Must have an 80 % course load and in good standing with Selkirk College.
ASTTBC Bursary: Full time student in the final year of Intergrated Environmental Program.
Athlete of the Year Award - Female: This award is presented to a student demonstrating outstanding athletic performance. The recipient will be recognized for their Selkirk College team participation, as well as dedication/leadership/academic performance.
Athlete of the Year Award - Male: This award is presented to a student demonstrating outstanding athletic performance. The recipient will be recognized for their Selkirk College team participation, as well as dedication/leadership/academic performance.
Athletic Department Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking student (minimum GPA 3.00) who participates in Athletics and Sports and is active in athletic fundraising and other athletic department activities. Preference will be given to a student returning to Selkirk College to continue participation in athletics.
Audrey and Bill Moore Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking Integrated Environmental Planning Student returning for second year at Selkirk College. The recipient must be a permanent residence of the College region.
Barry Auliffe Bursary: To a KSA student in financial need.
BC Hydro Scholarship: This award is presented to a student in good academic standing (preferably with an above-average grade point average of C+ or better) showing a balanced lifestyle with interest in extracurricular activities such as fitness, community involvement, and hobbies. The recipient should be knowledgeable and committed to the protection of the environment, and possess good communication skills. First preference will be awarded to a female or aboriginal student upon completion of the program.; BC Hydro is committed to the development of British Columbia through the efficient supply of electricity. As a provincial Crown corporation, it strives to be a leader in the economic and social development of BC.
BC Lions Society Advanced Education Award: This award is presented to a student entering any program who have developmental or physical disabilities. Learning, neurological and/or sensory disabilities may also be considered. Must be a permanent resident of British Columbia.
BC Lions Society Advanced Education Fund: These awards are presented to students who have developmental or physical disabilities. Individuals who have learning, neurological and/or sensory disabilities may also be considered.
BC Lung Association Bursary: This award is presented to a second year Nursing student who is in good academic standing.
Berg Naqvi Lehmann Bursary: Nelson student in Financial Need.
Berg Naqvi Lehmann Scholarship: A student graduating from Associate of Arts/Science from Selkirk College to pursue a degree in Commerce or Business Administration with the plan to become a Chartered Accountant. Preference to be given to a Nelson student.
Bill Sloan History Scholarship: This award is presented to a student graduating from the Associate of Arts or Sciences program and continuing their education pursuing a degree in History.
Blackpress Business Scholarship: Business Student with a high GPA
Blaine Shaw Memorial Citizenship Award: This award is presented to a first or second year Aviation Student who demonstrates outstanding citizenship and class leadership.; BLAINE JAMES SHAW, APRIL 7, 1940 TO JANUARY 22, 1982
Bleu Nemeck Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a student attending Forestry at Selkirk College. First preference to a student from Golden Secondary School with second preference to a student from the East Kootenays and third preference to any student in Renewable Resources demonstrating financial need.; In her years at Selkirk College, Bleu was well known by staff and students alike for her exceptional personality and her joyful approach to life.
Business Administration Program Scholarship: This award will be presented to a high ranking student not receiving other scholarships of equal or higher value. The recipient must be enrolled in a minimum 80% course load.
Canada West Ski Association Scholarship: This award is presented to four high ranking, full-time, first year Ski Resort Operations and Management students who will be attending the second year Resort Operations and Management program at Selkirk College.
Canadian Federation of University Women/Nelson Bursary: This bursary is open to any female Selkirk College student attending either the Nelson or Castlegar campus. Financial need will be considered. Recipients must meet academic criteria set forth by the College.
Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society (B C Chapter) Scholarship: To a student pursuing a career in engineering. With first preference to a student seeking an engineering career within a hospital environment.
Canadian Institute of Forestry (Plaque): This award is presented to a graduating Forest Technology student selected for outstanding scholarship, sports, and citizenship throughout the years of the program.
Canpar Scholarship for Excellence: This award is presented to a student in any full-time program with first preference to an employee or employee family member of Canpar. Second preference will be a student from the Grand Forks/ Boundary region.
CanWest Global Communications Bursary: This award is presented to provide financial assistance to full-time, first-year students in the Multimedia Production and Design program at Selkirk College.
CanWest Global Communications Scholarship: This award is presented to reward the scholastic success of full-time students in the Multimedia Production and Design program at Selkirk College.
Care to Learn Bursary: This award is presented to a single female parent attending Selkirk College
Cariboo Woodlot Education Society Bursary: This award is presented to a student with demonstrated financial need and a good standing in the second year of the Forest Technology program with preference to residency from 100 Mile/Williams Lake/Quesnel areas.
Carlton Scott Memorial Scholarship: Carlton Scott in all his endeavours encouraged his students to succeed in studies and this scholarship is established to acknowledge his dedication. This scholarship will be awarded to a student progressing from Adult Basic Education or College Prep studies and entering any full-time program of studies at Selkirk college at the post-secondary level.
Castlegar - Robson Canadian Legion, Branch 170 Bursary: This award is presented to a student demonstrating financial need while maintaining the acceptable standards of academic achievement. This award alternates between career (odd years 99/00) and University Transfer (even years 98/99).
Castlegar - Robson Canadian Legion, Branch 170, Canada 125 Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking student entering Selkirk College from Stanley Humphries Secondary School into a Career Program (odd years) and Associate of Arts or Sciences (even years).
Castlegar and District Hospital Auxiliary Bursary: To a second year nursing student.
Castlegar And District Public Library Volunteer Endowment Scholarship: Awarded to a SHSS graduate student entering the library field or have expressed or shown an interest in the field.
Castlegar Rotary Club Bursary: This award is presented to a single parent with the greatest financial need.
Castlegar Rotary Scholarship: This award is presented to an outstanding 1st year Selkirk College student who attended Stanley Humphries Secondary School and is returning for a second year at Selkirk College.
Castlegar Seniors' Branch #46 Nursing Scholarship: This award is presented to a second year nursing student from the Castlegar Area who excells in geriatric nursing.
Castlegar Sunrise 2000 Rotary Club Scholarship: Awarded to a first year Associate of Arts or Science student returning to Selkirk College for second year. Preference to a student who is a family member of a Rotarian &/or who has participated in Interact, Rotaract, or as a Rotary exchange student. The recipient will have demonstrated “Service Above Self” as a volunteer in their community and may be expected to participate with the Rotary Club.
Catherine Schnare Memorial Bursary: To a Nelson student.
Catriona Graeme Memorial Bursary: To a nursing student in need.; Catriona Graeme (1931-2001)
Cecil and Dorothy Stedman Endowment Bursary: This award is presented to students in an Associate of Arts, Associate of Sciences or University Transfer program. Please note that students enrolled in Commerce, Physical Education, Recreation Education and Nursing are not eligible.
Certified General Accountants Academic Excellence Scholarship: This award is presented to a student who has completed first year of a two-year diploma program in accounting at Selkirk College. Preference will be given to students demonstrating academic excellence. This scholarship will go towards year two tuition fees when the recipient enrolls in the final year of Selkirk College Diploma Program.
Certified General Accountants Continuing Education Tuition Scholarship: This award is presented to a graduate of the accounting program who is continuing studies toward the CGA designation.
Charter Student Alumni Association Spirit Award: This award is presented to a student from the Castlegar Campus, in any program, contributing to student spirit and making a positive contribution to the life at Selkirk College, with a GPA of 3.0 as a minimum.
Childcare Bursary: This award is presented to students who face unusual challenges addressing their daycare costs. A separate application is required and may be obtained from Financial Aid or Counselling office.
Children's Festival Bursary: This award is presented to a student demonstrating a desire for employment in any field working with children. The recipient should be a volunteer in the community. Two letters of reference are required.
Christine Stewart Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a second year nursing student with excellent clinical nursing skills.
Christopher MacLean Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a student in a Trades Training Program of mechanics, welding or machinist.
Circle Craft Student Scholarship
City of Castlegar Bursary: This award is presented to a student enrolled in any program. The recipient will be a permanent residence of the Castlegar area and will have attended Stanley Humphries Secondary School.
Clifford Flury Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a student presenting a level of performance which gives expectation of successful graduation. The recipient will show interest in athletics and demonstrate maturity, and self-confidence, plus a constructive attitude toward studies and career.; Clifford had such a momentous but short life. His life was full of joy, of caring for others, of caring for God, yet a life full of fun. All who knew him were richer for it.
Colleen Hughes Bursary: To a IEP student with finacial need
Columbia Basin Trust College Service Award: Columbia Basin Trust’s College Community Service Awards are designed to assist mature students of the Columbia Basin in pursuing post-secondary education/training in the region, and to reward and encourage the volunteerism of Columbia Basin residents. These Community Service Awards are based on volunteer service and are not based on academic achievement. Each year Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) provides a maximum of ten (10) College Community Service Awards valued at $2,000 each. The criteria for the Columbia Basin Trust College Service Award can be found in the guidelines and application documents. Selection process completed for 2011.
Columbia Power Corporation KSA Bursary: To a KSA student.
Columbia Power Corporation Scholarship for Excellence in the Columbia Basin: Awarded to a first year student that has resided within the Columbia Basin for a minimum of five years.
Columbia Power Women in Trades and Technology Award: The Columbia Power Corporation Endowment will be awarded to a female graduate in the Trades Career Exploration Program. The recipient will have demonstrated her commitment to pursing a career in Trades & Technology by enrolling in a Trades and/or Technology program at Selkirk College.
Communications and Development Department Bursary: To a Selkirk College Student
Connie Sutton Memorial Award: This award is presented to a single female parent attending Selkirk College majoring in Accounting.
Contemporary Music and Technology Scholarship: This award is presented to students who have participated in the production of the Music Feeds and Festival of Trees Gala. The recipient will have a high GPA not will not be receiving another scholarship.
Craig Andrews Continuing Education Bursary: Please contact the Selkirk College Continuing Education Co-ordinator in your area for complete instructions on this award. You will be asked to complete an application form, preregister, pay for your course, and provide a photocopy of your receipt (if you are unable to prepay, please ensure that a seat is held for you). You must write a letter describing how the course will make a difference in your life.
Credit Union Foundation of B.C. & Nelson & District Credit Union Community Allia: The Credit Union Foundation of British Columbia commemorated its 50th Anniversary in 2008 by providing a donation on behalf of all credit union members in the province to match the donation from Nelson & District Credit Union to establish this endowment. The award is to be made available to BC resident students in attendance at Selkirk College on any program of study. Financial need is the prime criteria however grades must be acceptable.
Credit Union Foundation of BC Bursaries: These awards are presented to a student or students who might otherwise have difficulty completing their studies by reason of financial hardship. Recipients are to be Canadians residing in BC and in attendance at Selkirk College.
Curtis McDonell Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a student displaying high level of leadership in the first year of Aviation.
Dal Sweeney Memorial: This award is presented to the top first year pilot returning for the second year.; Dal Sweeney was born May 28, 1955 at Three Rivers Quebec, coming to Castlegar in 1960.
Dale Schatz Scholarship
Daniel Richard Matthews Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking second year student in the Ski Resort Operations and Management Program, who has demonstrated leadership at Selkirk College.
Daphne Hamilton Memorial Scholarship: This endowment was established to encourage excellence in Biology and continuing studies in related specialties and will be awarded to a student proceeding directly to Selkirk College from any high school within the College region. This student will have obtained the highest mark in Biology 12 and be enrolling into the Associate of Science program. To be eligible for year 2 of this scholarship, students must continue their full-time, consecutive enrolment in the study of Natural Sciences at Selkirk College and have maintained a minimum GPA of 3.33. Value of scholarship is $2000 per year.; A founding member of the West Kootenay Naturalists Association, Daphne's interest in nature was stimulated in the early 1970's by an evening lecture series on natural science subjects presented by Selkirk College.
Darlene Kalawsky Digital Arts and New Media Scholarship: To a high ranking Multi Media student.
Darril Beninger Bursary
Daryl Jolly Scholarship for Excellence in Graphic Design and the Visual Arts.: This award is presented to a first-year Multimedia Student who is continuing into Year 2 and demonstrates talents and great promise in the field of graphic design and the visual arts. The recipient will have a GPA of 3.0 or greater overall going into Year 2. The award will applied directly to tuition.
Delores Soobotin Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a student continuing towards an Associate Degree in Arts or Sciences and continuing with a Degree in Education.
Dennis Percival Memorial Bursary, Nelson Lion's Club: This award is presented to a student with demonstrated financial need and in good standing in the second year of the Forest Technology program with preference to residency from the Nelson Forest District (southeast corner of BC-Grand Forks to AB border and Revelstoke/Golden to the US border).
Devin Turner Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a student selected by Stanley Humphries Secondary School. The selection criteria is maintained by SHSS. The recipient will be a graduate of Stanley Humphries, with a high English grade, now attending Selkirk College.
Dewdney Trail Rock and Gem Club Bursary: This award is presented to a second year student in Associate of Sciences.
Diane Phillips Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a student who has completed one full year or more in Associate of Science or Engineering. The recipient will be a continuing student at Selkirk College or the University of British Columbia.; Diane will always be remembered by her family and friends for creative spirit, love of life, concern for the environment, sense of humour, her commitment to every challenge encountered and her undying support for the people in her life.
Dianne Plotnikoff Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a student with a minimum 3.00 GPA who intends to work in the field of marine biology, if possible, or otherwise life sciences.; Dianne Plotnikoff
Dick Fowler Memorial Creative Writing Award: This award is presented to a full-time student showing extraordinary promise in English, with a particular emphasis on creative writing. Evaluation is based on the following criteria: 1) Originality in theme, style, and content. 2) Handling of the genre(s) in which the student is writing. 3) Proven ability in English. The competition is open to all English and Creative Writing students and will be adjudicated by the English Department.
Dick Fowler Memorial English Scholarship: This award is presented to a student continuing into second year Associate of Arts with high marks in English and intending on majoring in English.
Dick Fowler Memorial Entrance Scholarship: This award is presented to a student entering into the Associate of Arts or Sciences with the highest grade in Grade 12 English.
Don and Marcie Writing Scholarship: An instructor is especially pleased when a student suddenly improves, advances, and discovers hidden talent. This award is designed specifically for the average student who suddenly excels. Each English teacher may submit as many applicants as deemed deserving. Each award winner is drawn at random.
Don Mitchell Memorial Scholarship: First preference to a second year Associate of Science student majoring in biology who is also pursuing a career in Biology or Environmental Sciences. Second preference to a graduating student from the Contemporary Music and Technology program. Third preference to a student attending the Castlegar Campus.; Don Mitchell was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on May 20, 1939. He was educated in Saskatoon and majored in biology at the University of Saskatchewan.
Doris Sweeney Memorial: Odd years the Doris Sweeney Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a student in the Forestry Program with a high GPA first choice female. Even years the Doris Sweeney Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a student in the second year nursing program.; Doris was a strong, compassionate and generous person with her time and many talents. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.
Dr. John and Ruth Hall Bursary in Professional Aviation: This award is presented to a second year Aviation Student who shows promise of graduating successfully from the program.
Dr. Robert Driscoll Bursary Fund: These awards are presented to a first year student, and a second year student. If no suitable candidates are identified from the Recreation, Fish and Wildlife Technology program, then the second priority will be from the Integrated Environmental Planning Technology Program, and the third priority will be from the Forest Technology program.; “Robert had a great love and respect for the outdoors,” said his father, Mike Driscoll. “He was deeply committed to the environment, and in his own quiet way he got things done.”
Dr. Robert Driscoll Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking full-time student in either first or second year of the Recreation, Fish and Wildlife Technology Program.; “Robert had a great love and respect for the outdoors,” said his father, Mike Driscoll. “He was deeply committed to the environment, and in his own quiet way he got things done.”
Ed Cavanaugh Memorial Music Scholarship: This award is presented to a student demonstrating the highest excellence on guitar upon graduation. The intent is to assist that person to get started in the music industry.
Electric Consumers Association Directors Scholarship: This award is presented to an Electrical Entry student who has obtained a high GPA. Second preference will be to an Integrated Environmental Planning student who has obtained a high GPA.
Elisabeth Bidinoff Memorial Scholarship: Digital Arts and New Media student with a high GPA. The recipient must be enrolled in a minimum 80% course load.
Elizabeth and Terry Fleet Scholarship: This award is presented to a RRS Student who has worked on the Selkirk College Trail.
Ernest G. Shorter Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking first year female Forestry student continuing to second year who shows excellence in Forest Botany & Ecology and Geology, Soils.
Fine Woodworking Program Scholarship: This award will be presented to a high ranking student not receiving other scholarships of equal or higher value. The recipient must be enrolled in a minimum 80% course load.
Frank Beinder Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a first year Associate of Arts or Sciences student returning to Selkirk College.; Dr. Frank Beinder was born in London, England in 1910, he lived most of his life in Canada.
Gen Goldade Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a student maintaining a satisfactory academic standing in the nursing program with preference to a student who intends to enter the extended care field.
Geology Endowment Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking student in Geology.
George Johnson Memorial Bursary Endowment Fund: This award is presented to a student enrolled in a welding program at Selkirk College who is carrying a full course load (60% minimum) and who has demonstrated the greatest financial need by completing the Selkirk College Bursary application, review and approval process.; Emil Johnson was born on March 21, 1908 at Gold Rock, Ontario to Finnish immigrants.
George Straza Memorial Endowment sponsored by the Kootenay Okanagan Electric Con: In recognition of over a decade of commitment by the Kootenay Okanagan Electric Consumers Association membership to sustainability and community involvement in renewable resources management, the scholarship will be awarded to a high-ranking Integrated Environmental Planning first year student committed to completing their diploma.
Georgina Maryniak Bursary (Registered Nursing Students’ Bursary: This award is presented to a student enrolled in Selkirk College Nursing Program.
Golf Alumni Student Scholarship (In Memory of Dave Court): This scholarship is awarded to a Golf Club Operations Online student with the highest percentages in the most recent two courses and is not available to be won more than once.
Golf Club Management Award of Excellence (Trophy): This award is presented to the top student graduating from Golf Club Management Program each year.
Governor General's Medal: This medal is to be awarded to the student who achieves the highest overall average upon graduation from a diploma-level, post secondary program (minimum two year full-time duration.)
Grand Forks District Savings Credit Union Bursary: This award is presented to a student attending the Grand Forks Campus who is a member of the Grand Forks District Savings Credit Union. Secondly to any Grand Froks District Savings Credit Union member attending any campus of Selkirk College.
Group of Seven Kootenay Auto Dealers Bursary
Hairdressing Scholarship: This award is presented to a student completing the Hairdressing Program who achieves a high ranking overall in their studies as well as demonstrates excellence in the practicum and practical aspects of the program.
Harry Killough Bursary: This award is presented to a first-year Associate of Art/Science Student taking English and/or creative writing. Preference will be given to a mature student.
Harry Killough Scholarship for English: This award is presented to a second-year Associates of Art/Science Student completing second year English courses and continuing on as an English Major. The award may be presented to a first year student if no second year student qualifies.
Henri Bureaud Aviation Bursary: For an aviation student in financial need.
Heritage Credit Union Bursary: This award is presented to a student enrolled in an Associate of Arts, Sciences, or Career program who is in financial need. The recipient will be a permanent residence of the Castlegar area and will have attended Stanley Humphries Secondary School.
Ian Johnson Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to students enrolled in Adult Basic Education courses in Nelson. Consideration given to students enrolled in other Selkirk College Campuses.
Impact Training Bursary: This award is presented to a student in any career program, showing the greatest improvement from the previous semester. Preference will be given to those actively involved in community or College activities.
International Education Scholarship: These awards will be presented to top students nominated by the International Education Department.
International Tourism Studies Scholarship: This award is presented to a tourism career student participating in his/her practicum in the international community.
J. F. Killough Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a student completing the first year of the Forest Technology program with a High GPA.; The thought of a college in the town of which he was so proud and the knowledge that Forestry was one of the programs offered were a source of great pride to him.
Jack Charters Entrance Scholarship: This award is presented to a graduating student who achieves high academic grades and plans to attend Selkirk College in English Writing/Journalism studies.
Jake Starwalker Enewold Scholarship: To a 1st year Associate Arts student taking philosophy and/or creative writing at Selkirk College and continuing for a second year at Selkirk College. First preference to a student who had graduated from Stanley Humphries Secondary School.
Jill Harrop Memorial Bursary: This Bursary is established in honour of the commitment and dedication of Jill Harrop to the Nursing Applied Degree Program. The Jill Harrop Bursary Endowment will be awarded to a Nursing student in good academic standing pursuing a degree in Nursing.
Jim Chapman Scholarship in Creative Writing: This award is presented to a first year Associate of Arts/Associate of Science student continuing into second year at Selkirk College who shows extraordinary promise in English and Creative Writing with particular emphasis on Fictional Writing.
Jim Cromwell Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking Geography student.
Jim Gray Memorial Scholarship: This award will be presented to a high ranking General Mechanics student who consistently exemplifies dedication to the Trade.
Jim Johnson Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a student who has completed one or more years in Associate of Arts or Science with high marks in Psychology and who intends on majoring in Psychology.; Jim was born in Ontario in 1923. Orphaned at an early age
Jim Snook Memorial Award: This award is presented to a student dedicated to college athletics. The recipient will possess a good sense of fair play, contribute to positive team spirit and morale, and be dedicated to sport and team objectives.
Jim Street Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a second year Recreation, Fish & Wildlife Technology student who is a permanent residence of BC.
Jocelyn McGillivray Memorial Music Award: This award is presented to a Music student continuing into second year demonstrating a high GPA with willingness to help fellow musicians.
Jock Keith Bursary: This award is presented to a student from the Selkirk College School of Trades and Technology Program who has demonstrated financial need. Eligible programs include Welding, Fine Woodworking, Electrical Entry, Mechanics and Millwright Machinist
John and Katharine Stewart Bursary
John and Marjorie Lord Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a student with a high GPA in Chemistry.; The family is glad to endow this scholarship in the hope that it will allow other young people to reach their academic goals.
John Graeme Memorial Bursary in Music: To a music student in need; John Graeme (1926-2008) was born in Portsmouth, England.
John Peregrym Memorial Scholarship: A scholarship for students who have completed a full year in at least two of the three following subject areas: Math, Chemistry, Physics, and Applied Science. The scholarship will be awarded to the student who has a high combined grade in these subject areas at the end of the first year, provided the student is studying full time at Selkirk College
Jordan and Sydney Sherstobitoff Bursary: Financial Need
Juicy Studios Scholarship in Excellence: To an extremely self motivated graduating student who has exhibited a high level of skill in the field of motion graphics and design.
KAMA Bursary: Awarded to second year Kootenay School of the Arts students. First preference will be to a resident of the West Kootenay.
Kaslo Jazz Society Award: This award is presented to the "Most Outstanding Jazz Student," a first or second year student who has participated in a Selkirk College Jazz Ensemble.
Kate E Shaw/Castlegar Highland Games Endowment
Kathleen Panton Memorial Nursing Scholarship: 1. Strong academic performance 2. Shows commitment and promise to the registered nursing profession 3. Exhibits a high level of care towards personal health 4. Shows respect for and garners the same from peers 5. Financial need will be of some consideration; Kathleen Panton (nee Kanigan) graduated from the Selkirk College Registered Nursing Program is 1979.
Katrine Conroy, MLA Bursary: Student in need.
Ken Cretney Bursary: This award is presented to a Resort and Hotel Management student in financial need.
Kiwanis Early Childhood Education Bursary: This award is presented to a deserving Early Childhood Education student.
Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters (Castlegar) Scholarship: This award is presented to a permanent resident of BC who has a high GPA and excels in the practicum components of the Classroom and Community Support Worker program.
Kootenay Boundary Health-Care Auxiliaries Bursary: Presented to a student(s) in financial need enrolled in the Access to Practical Nursing or Health Care Assistant programs carrying a 60% course load. To be distributed as a bursary yearly in the amount of $1,000 to one (1) student or to two (2) students in the amount of $500 each in the above named programs. This award will be available for the years of 2011 to 2016, a total of six years.
Kootenay Dental Society Scholarship: This award is presented to a West Kootenay resident continuing studies in Health Sciences with first priority to those pursuing Dentistry or Dental Hygiene.
Kootenay Savings Credit Union Endowment Bursary: This award is presented to a second year Associate of Arts or Science based on academic performance and financial need; graduating from a West Kootenay District high school (Trail, Castlegar, Salmo, South Slocan, Nakusp or New Denver) who intends to continue.
Kootenay School of Art Bursary: This award will be presented to Arts students who are residents of the West Kootenay region.
Kooteney Woodvine Regional Scholarship: To a Fine Woodworking Student.
Languages and Literature English Scholarship: This award is presented to a deserving second year student upon selection by the department.
Languages and Literature Philosophy Scholarship: This award is presented to a deserving student upon selection by the department.
Languages and Literature Spanish Scholarship: This award is presented to a deserving student upon selection by the department.
Larry Brown Scholarship in Economics: This award is presented to the student with the top mark in the Principles of Economics course.
Laurie Palibroda Memorial Bursary: Laurie was born and raised in Prince Albert Saskatchewan the eldest and only boy in a family of 3 children
Lee W. Arnold Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a second year Business Administration student showing financial need. Preference will be given to those who have left home to attend Selkirk College and/or those who are married and/or have children.
Lieutenant Governor's Medal: The Lieutenant Governor's Silver Medal honours a student who has been registered in a vocational or career program of less than two years duration and have not only excelled in their studies but have also contributed in a positive way to the life of the college or their community.
Lise Jean Marie Nicola Bursary: This award is presented to a graduating student from the Renewable Resource Program pursuing a teaching degree.; Vince Nicola and his family are helping a student each year, keeping Lise Nicolas passion for the outdoors aflame, and completing a deeply personal circle of giving.
Lori Beninger Bursary: This award is presented to a student in financial need.
Lorraine Askew Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a second year Nursing student from the Nelson area, who maintains a satisfactory academic standing and demonstrates financial need.; Lorraine was the second oldest of four sisters born to Joe and Shirley Brown of Powell River in 1953.
Lynne Shalom Memorial Bursary: To a single parent in any college program who has been tutored in literacy, ideally through the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, or has completed the prerequisite for their program though Adult Basic Education. If there are no qualified applications that meet all the above criteria. Then it could be awarded to a parent who other wise meets the remaining criteria. If there are no qualified student who are parents, then an adult student who meets the remaining criteria.; Lynne Shalom was born at University College Hospital in London, England, on May 11th, 1955.
Mal Stelck Leadership Award: This award is presented to a student who has demonstrated leadership at Selkirk College. The recipient will be nominated by the Deans, in close consultation with relevant department heads and faculty. The Scholarship & Awards Committee will make the final two selections.
Margaret Knight-Letts Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to an Associate of Arts or Science student enrolled in Biology and continuing in Biology at Selkirk College for another year. Must be a permanent resident of the College regions.; Margaret was born August 2, 1951 in Revelstoke, B.C. where she received her schooling to grade six.
Marilynne Read Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a second year Associate of Arts or Science student with a high GPA.
Mario Graziotto Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a student attending a Vocational/Trades Training Program who demonstrates financial need.; Established by the Pulp Paper and Woodworkers of Canada, in memory of Mario Graziotto, employed by Selkirk College from October 1967 until his death.
Marnie and Silvio Giella Bursary: This award is presented to a student in financial need.
Mary Reeves Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking Contemporary Music and Technology student continuing into second year. First preference is given to an individual from the Trail Performing Arts District.
Maurilia Coc Macs Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to a student who has completed their first year in the Associate of Arts In Peace Studies or Liberal Arts Diploma in Peace Studies programs and is returning for the second year in this program area.; Maurilia was killed when the Guatemalan army entered her village and opened fire, killing a total of eleven unarmed men, women and children.
Michael Desaulniers Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking first year student in any program returning for second year at Selkirk College.
Michel Devaux Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to the most improved pilot from first year to second year with combination of achievement and effort.; Michel was born on October 1, 1947 in Beauvois en Cis a small town in northern France.
Mike Jaeck Memorial Scholarship: To a first or second year Associate of Arts or Science or Renewable Resources student pursuing a career in Engineering/Earth Science and continuing studies in that field. First preference would be to a student who has graduated from JL Crowe or Rossland Secondary.
Mike Wichert Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to an Associate of Arts or Sciences student who has completed one or more years at Selkirk College, majoring in Psychology with a strong background in sports.
MIR Award: The MIR Award promotes the ideals of peace, international unity, and the dignity of work and service on behalf of humanity. The Award is intended to support projects in Canada or overseas. Priority will be given to Selkirk College student submissions. However, the Award is also open to submissions/projects from the broader communities which the College serves. The Award is intended to support projects in the areas of international and cross-cultural relations and may be linked to programs and projects identified by the MIR Centre for Peace. This award will be given at the Spring 2005 Scholarships & Awards ceremonies, with the proviso that the Award will not be given in any year when suitable applicants or submissions are not identified. Application for this award is open to College students and to Community members Students and community members who wish to be considered for the MIR Award should submit a proposal which meets the following minimum application requirements: 1. The applicant must write a letter, addressed to the Selkirk College Foundation, Attn: MIR Award, which outlines the proposed project and states specifically why the project would add to enhanced quality of education or student life at Selkirk as well as how it would contribute to one or more of peace, international unity, the dignity of work and service on behalf of humanity, cross-cultural relations, or international cooperation. The applicant may also choose to outline his/her past commitments/undertakings in the above areas and state how the current project is connected with past achievements. The letter must clearly state the time period when the project would be carried out as well as its locations(s). Finally, the letter must contain the names of two references (including contact telephone numbers) who may be contracted by the MIR Award Committee as part of its assessment of the application. 2. Applicants may also include in their application packages visual or other materials which they believe will aid the Committee in making its decision. 3. Applicants may be asked to attend an interview with MIR Committee members before a final decision on the award is made. 4. Upon completion of the project for which the MIR Award is given, the student or community member is required to write a brief report directly to Selkirk College Foundation, and may be required to give presentation to the College community, supplying details of the actual project and an analysis of the success of the undertaking. Group applications will be considered. The person responsible for the entire project will be deemed the applicant. 5. The application deadline is April 29, 2010 (letter/application packages must be received at the Selkirk College Development offices by this date). The award will be given at the College Scholarship & Awards ceremonies in September of the same year.
Morrison Family Business Administration Bursary: It will be awarded to a 2nd year Business Administration student at Selkirk College. The Bursary will be based on financial need.
Morrison Family Business Administration Scholarship: It will be awarded to a 1st year Business Administration student returning for 2nd year Business Administration at Selkirk College. The Scholarship will be based on high Academic Achievement.
Multimedia Scholarship: This award is presented to a Multimedia student who demonstrates a high work ethic inside and outside the classroom, demonstrates leadership to his/her peers, and takes the initiative to take his/her learning beyond what is taught in the classroom.
Music Counts Scholarship: This award is presented to a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant living in Canada in his/her final year. The recipient must have at least a "B" average throughout the course and have demonstrated strong performance ability and potential. The recipient must communicate well, demonstrate leadership skills and a consistent dedication to improvement and excellence in their work.
Nancy Knight-Penner Memorial Scholarship: To be awarded to a nursing student showing artistic creativity.
Nelson and District Credit Union Aspire Bursary: This award will be presented to a Kootenay School of the Arts of Selkirk College student(s) who is requiring financial assistance and is a graduate of LV Rogers Secondary School, Mount Sentinel Secondary School, Rossland Secondary School, Crawford Bay Secondary School.
Nelson and District Credit Union Aspire Scholarship: First preference to a high school graduate from LV Rodgers, Mount Sentinel, Rossland Secondary, Crawford Bay or Kootenay Distance Education. Second preference to a permanent resident of School District No. 20 or No. 8.; Many factors have contributed to the success of Nelson and District Credit Union. One key component has always been people.
Nirmal Singh Memorial Scholarship: A scholarship for students who have completed a full year of studies including at least two math, physics and/or statistics courses. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who has a high combined grade in math at the end of their first year, provided the student is returning to study full time at Selkirk College.
Nora Ewert Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to assist a mature female student, who is a resident of the Trail area and is enrolled in a Career Program.
Notre Dame Alumni Bursary: This award is presented to a student attending the Selkirk College Nelson Campus in financial need.
PE Scholarship Endowment: This award will be presented to a student who demonstrates practical work with community agencies in sports and recreation.
Peace and Human Rights Award: This award will be presented to a Selkirk College student in good standing who has maintained a minimum 3.00 GPA in a minimum of two courses and who meets the following criteria. The student must submit materials, written or otherwise, in which the applicant or nominee identifies their: a) involvement with peace and human rights issues in the College and broader community; b) leadership, initiative and commitment in peace and human rights activities; c) innovative approaches in creating an increased awareness of peace and human rights issues. Students must provide two references and may be required to attend an interview.
Pearl Goodman/Donna Van Vliet Nursing Scholarship: To a Nursing Student who has completed Year Two Nursing, and may have not yet have completed the spring practicum. This student will have excellent Nursing Practice skills for a student of this level. During year two, the students are able to practice the art and science of nursing. This student will have shown considerable growth in the advancement of clinical skills during the entire year. This student also has excellent communication at the bedside with clients, as well as peers and teachers. This student has also a good standing in academics. In other words, this award goes to a student who is a good academic student, but excels in Nursing Practice.
Peter Kiewitt Sons Co. Limited Bursary: This award is presented to a student from the Columbia Basin who is pursuing a degree in civil, mechanical or electrical engineering.
Peter Lemon Athletic Endowment Bursary: This award is presented to a permanent resident of BC registered in any program and contributing to College & community activity.
Peter Makortoff Memorial Bursary: This award is presented annually to a student in the Adult Basic Education Program.
Pope and Talbot Scholarship: This award is presented to a first year Forestry student with first preference to a Pope & Talbot employee or an employee' s family member. Second preference will be to a student from the Grand Forks/Boundary Area.
Prestige Lakeside Resort and Convention Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking first year Resort and Hotel student committed to completing their diploma in the program.
Professional Cook Training Scholarship: This award is presented to students with a high GPA ,not receiving other scholarships, and who have demonstrated exceptional practical skills and assumed a leadership or mentoring roll with students.
Professional Cooks Alumni Scholarship: This award is presented to two, level 2 Cooking students who have both a high GPA, have demonstrated exceptional practical skills, assumed a leadership or mentoring roll with students and returning to Level 3. The recipient may not be receiving another scholarship.
Pulp Paper and Woodworkers of Canada Bursary: This award is presented to a PPWC, Local 26, dependent registered in any program at Selkirk College. Financial need is not the primary factor considered.
Railway and Ranch Land Bursary: This award is presented to an Associate of Arts or Science Student.
Raymond and Anna Gattinger: This award is presented based on GPA.
Real Estate Foundation of British Columbia Scholarship: To a student with a high GPA in the following programs. Integrated Environmental Planning Technology, Recreation, Fish and Wildlife Technology, Geographic Information Systems
Renewable Resources Program Scholarship: This award will be presented to a high ranking student not receiving other scholarships of equal or higher value. The recipient must be enrolled in a minimum 80% course load.
Resort and Hotel Management Program Scholarship: This award is presented to students who have participated in the production of the Festival of Trees, who possess a high GPA, and are not receiving another scholarship.
RNABC Professional Recognition Award: This letter of recognition is presented to a graduating nursing student.
Robert Boyer Memorial Business Administration Entrance Scholarship: This scholarship, established by Robert Boyer is awarded to the student from the College Region, entering the Business Administration program.
Robert Boyer Memorial Forestry Entrance Scholarship: This scholarship established by Robert Boyer is for a student entering the Forest Technology program. First preference will be to a student from the Selkirk College region.
Robert Boyer Memorial General Endowment: This Bursary is open to all students with a preference to a student attending Nelson Campuses or a student residing in Nelson area.
Robert Boyer Memorial General Entrance Scholarship: This scholarship is to be awarded to a student from the Selkirk College Region, with the highest average grade in Grade 12 courses. The recipient will not be receiving other entrance awards from Selkirk College.
Robert Boyer Memorial Open Bursary: This Bursary is open to all students with a preference to a student attending Nelson Campuses or a student residing in Nelson area.
Ronald William Waters Memorial Music Scholarship: This scholarship, in memory of Ronald William Waters, was established by his widow, Josephine Waters, to encourage students to continue studies in Music. This scholarship is awarded to a student entering the Selkirk College Professional Music program who has demonstrated an interest in classical music. Students must submit a record of their achievement in classical music. First preference to a student graduating from LV Rodgers.
Rossland Health Care Auxiliary Bursary for Nursing Student: Must be a full- time nursing student showing financial need. First preference given to student graduate of Rossland Secondary High School, second to a graduate from the West Kootenay area.
Ruby Beckjord Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to an Associate of Arts and Associate of Science student in even years (98/99) and to an Early Child Care and Education student in odd years (99/00).
Russell Gilchrist Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a high ranking student with top grades in Fire Control.
S. Bruce Jacobs Memorial (Academic) Bursary: This award is presented to a Math or Science student in an academic program from the College region.
S. Bruce Jacobs Memorial (Vocational/career) Bursary: This award is presented to vocational or career technology students with first preference to students attending the Kaslo Campus, or residents of Kaslo.
Sally Peebles Memorial Arts Scholarship: Awarded to a KSA student returning to their 2nd year with a high GPA
Sandy Korman Memorial Bursary: To a Kootenay School of the Arts first preference to a pottery student.
Schade ABE Scholarship: This award is presented to the high standing full-time ABE student completing ABE studies and continuing in full-time studies at Selkirk College at the post-secondary level. First preference will be given to Nelson students.
Scotiabank Bursary: This award is presented to a student enrolled in the Business Administration program with a GPA greater than 3.0. This money is to be applied towards the purchase of tuition or textbooks only.
Selkirk College Biology Scholarship: This award will be presented to Associate of Science students who have completed first year and are majoring in any biological discipline including ecology, plant, animal, human, cell, or molecular biology, and who are continuing full time studies at Selkirk College. The successful applicant must be registered in and continue in a minimum of two second year Biology courses for the Fall semester.; Started in 1988 by The Environment and Outdoor Club.
Selkirk College Board of Governors Secondary Graduates Award: This scholarship is available to students graduating from a high school within the Selkirk College region proceeding directly to a full time post secondary program of studies at any campus of Selkirk College. Applicants must be completing a minimum of two courses that have provincial exams and achieve a minimum of 75% average and will not be receiving any other scholarships from Selkirk College of greater or equal value.
Selkirk College Board Scholarship: This award is presented to a student completing first year Associate of Arts or Sciences program at Selkirk College with a high GPA who is planning to return for a second year at Selkirk College.
Selkirk College Employee Bursary: These awards will be presented to students on any campus with demonstrated financial need.
Selkirk College Employee Entrance Scholarship: This scholarship, established by the employees of Selkirk College, is awarded to students who achieve high standing in Grade 12.
Selkirk College Employee Scholarship: These awards will be presented to high ranking students from any program.
Selkirk College Faculty Association Endowment Bursary: This award is presented to a student attending any program instructed by a Selkirk College Faculty Association Member.
Selkirk College Faculty Association Endowment Scholarship: Awarded to a first year student returning to complete second year at Selkirk College in the following program: Nursing, Aviation, Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Sports Administration, Music, Multimedia. Forestry, Geographic Information Systems, Integrated Environmental Planning Recreation Fish and Wildlife, Business Administration, Social Service Worker, Classroom and Community Support Worker, Early Childhood Care and Education, Human Services and Office Management.
Selkirk College Foundation Chair Scholarship: This award will be presented to high ranking students not receiving other awards.
Selkirk College Foundation Entrance Scholarship: This scholarship established by the Selkirk College Foundation, is awarded to students who achieve high standing in Grade 12.
Selkirk College Students' Union Bursary: This award is open to all Campus students from contributing chapters of the Selkirk Student Society. The award is capped at $500 per student.
Selkirk College Students' Union Bursary for International Students: To a second year international student studying at Selkirk College in any program with a minimum course load of 60% and 2.00 GPA.
Selkirk Student's Emergency Aid: This award is open to all students.
Sentinel Lodge # 146 Masonic Bursary: To a 2nd year student in any program at Selkirk College. First preference to a student from Castlegar. 2nd preference to a student from the West Kootenays.
Sharon Heflin Memorial Bursary: To a student in any Fine Arts program at Selkirk College - Kootenay School of Arts.
Shorter Memorial Music Scholarship: This award is presented to an outstanding piano major who is returning for their second year of studies.
Sinclair Music Bursary: This award is presented to a student continuing studies music.
Solidarity With Teachers Bursary: To a student in financial need.
South Slocan Chapter of the KLH Auxiliary Bursary
Southern Interior Silviculture Committee (SISCO) Scholarship: This award is presented to a continuing, second year Forestry student and would have received the best marks overall in the following three courses: RRS 162 Ecology and Forestry Botany, RRS 164 Geology, Land forms and Soils, and RRS 163 Forest Ecology.
Stanley and Margaret Green Bursary: Student in Financial Need
Star of the West Masonic Lodge Bursary: This award is presented to a student from the Arrow Lakes District (Edgewood to Trout Lake, Hills to Nakusp).
Steve Geller Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a female single parent demonstrating financial need.
Steve Jankola Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a CIS student who has graduated from a local school district within the college region. If no students from CIS, then Nursing or Aviation would be acceptable.
Steven and Patricia Goldsmith Family Scholarship: First preference to a first year an Early Childhood Education student returning for a second year. Second preference to a second year Associate of Arts or Science student who is continuing studies in the faculty of Elementary Education.
Teck Business Administration Scholarship: This award is presented to a high-ranking first year Business Administration student, going on to the second year.
Teck Scholarship of Excellence in Engineering and Earth Science: This award is presented to a second year Selkirk College Student who is pursuing a degree in the engineering sciences (metallurgical, chemical process, mechanical, mining & electrical) or earth sciences (geology and mineralogy).
Ted Rutherglen Memorial Bursary: This award is presented to a second year Recreation, Fish and Wildlife Technology student from the West Kootenay Region.
Thomas S. Homersham Community Support Worker Scholarship: This award is presented to a Classroom and Community Support Worker student who has demonstrated consistent excellent performance appraisals with a strong G.P.A.
Thomas S. Homersham Hospital Career Scholarship: This award is presented to two high ranking first year students with medical/hospital career objectives.
Thomas S. Homersham Nursing Bursary: This award is presented to two deserving first year nursing students.Committee Selection
Thomas S. Homersham Nursing Scholarship: This award is presented to a second year nursing student demonstrating a strong GPA balanced with consistent excellent performance appraisals. This student will be expected to be continuing to the Baccalaureate program or completing their third year diploma program.
Tom Lynn Memorial Metal Bursary: To a Metal student in need.; Tom Lynn was born in Pasadena, California in 1939.
Tony Berrocoso Memorial Bursary: First preference to a single parent in financial need and second preference to any student in financial need.
Tor Persson Memorial Bursary: This bursary will be awarded to a first year Selkirk College Integrated Environmental Planning and Technology student who has demonstrated financial need.
Tourism and Hospitality Department Student Government Award: This award is presented to a full time student in the Golf, Ski, Resort/Hotel Management Programs, contributing to student spirit and making a positive contribution to the life at Selkirk College, with a GPA of 3.0 as a minimum.
Tourism Careers Program Endowment: This award will be presented to a high ranking student not receiving other scholarships of equal or higher value.
Tracy Paolone Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a second year student who has excelled in clinical aspects of the Nursing program and who is in good standing in the program.; In her second year at Selkirk, Tracy was diagnosed with terminal cancer. The prognosis was grim but Tracy was a woman who used her own graceful death as a model for her life – she was courageous, graceful, and compassionate.
Trade Instructors Bursary: To a student from the following trades: Carpentry, Electrical,Mechanics, Millwright/Machinist and Welding
Trail Lions Club Bursary: This award is presented to a student, in financial need, attending the Trail Campus. If there are no eligible applicants, the award may be presented to a Trail student attending another campus.
United Steelworkers of America Local 480 Bursary: This award is presented to a student who is a member, or a dependent of a member, of the United Steelworkers of America Local 480. Preference will be given to students enrolled in Career/Technical programs; lacking a suitable recipient, University Transfer students will be considered.
University Women's Club (Trail and District) Scholarship: This award is presented to a woman in second year Associate of Arts or Sciences program who has a high GPA and who is continuing her education.
Vancouver Foundation Belyea Fund: This award is unrestricted.
Vancouver Foundation General Bursary: This award is unrestricted.
Vancouver Foundation George T. and Myrtle Cunningham Fund: This award is presented to female students.
Vancouver Foundation Ingledow Bursary Fund: This award is presented to students enrolled in Science and/or Music programs.
Vancouver Foundation Lord Strathcona: This award is presented to a female student.
VanDusen Fund: This award is for female students.
Wagner Endowment Fund: This award is presented to assist students demonstrating financial need in the Associate of Science, and Associate of Arts programs.
Weese Family General Bursary: This award is presented to students demonstrating financial need.
Weese Family General Endowment: This award is presented to students demonstrating financial need.
Weese Family Liberal Arts Endowment Bursary: This award is presented to any fulltime (60%) student in any current or future Selkirk College liberal arts program. Financial need will be considered.
West Kootenay Fly Fishing Club Scholarship: This award is presented to a second year Recreation , Fish and Wildlife student from the College region.
West Kootenay Naturalists' Bursary: This award is presented to a second year student enrolled in Recreation, Fish and Wildlife Technology who resides in the College region.
Whitewater Ski Resort Scholarship: This award is divided equally between the two second year students who achieve the highest grade point average in courses taken during the third and final academic term of the Ski Resort Operations and Management program. Recipients must have obtained a verified work term placement to be eligible for the award.
William Barchard Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a Forestry student with a high GPA.
William Richard Guy Memorial Scholarship: This award is presented to a mature ABE Student, with first priority to a Grand Forks area student. The student will be entering the Social Services Worker Program as their first choice of program or as a second choice any other program in the Human Services Department at Selkirk College.; This scholarship proudly displays a true testimony to William Richard Guy.
William Thacker Memorial Bursary: This award will be administered through Financial Aid to a student in financial need who has attended ABE or Adult Special Education similar classes, or a similar program, before entering the School of Renewable Resources. If the fund is not awarded based on the previous criteria, it will be awarded to any student in financial need enrolled in the School of Renewable Resources. If the fund is not awarded in one year, it will be held in trust by Selkirk College for the next academic year.; William George Ernest Thacker
Willis Wicks Memorial Scholarship for Mathematics: This award is presented to a student with a high average in several math courses.; Willis W. Wicks loved mathematics and often had mathematical puzzles and questions to challenge and amuse.
WKootenay Branch of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists: This award is presented to a student graduating from a Selkirk College regional high school with the highest average marks in science courses -- math, chemistry, biology and physics entering into the Assoicate of Arts or Sciences program.
Women in Trades Scholarship: To be awarded to a female completing a non-traditional trade program with a high GPA. From the following programs: Electrical Entry Millwright/Machinist Automotive Service Technician Carpentry Entry, 24-week Certificate Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport Mechanic Process Operations, 9-month Certificate Refrigeration Plant Operator, 6-month Certificate Welding, 9-month Certificate (Level C Welder)
Yule Anderson Johnstone, Chartered Accountants Scholarship: This annual Entrance Scholarship is awarded to a high-ranking graduating student of Stanley Humphries Secondary School who will be entering Selkirk College with the intention of pursuing a career in business with preference given to those applicants considering obtaining a designation as a Chartered Accountant.
Yule Family Bursary: To a Selkirk College student in financial need studying in the Health Field.
Yvonne Marr Aviation Bursary: This bursary is intended to financial support an aviation student in need through the two year aviation program. If the student is not in need the second year or does not proceed to second year the award will go to a first year aviation student in need.
Zoe Read Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to a second year Associate Arts/Science student majoring in psychology and/or biology, continuing on to complete a degree. Preference to someone who has contributed to their community through service work.

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