Scholarship Value $1,000

Number of Scholarships 4

Four scholarships of $1000.00 each will be awarded annually to an Indigenous (Status, Non-status, Métis, or Inuit) student graduating from an Ontario secondary school. These awards are administered annually by the Ontario Native Education Counselling Association (ONECA).

CRITERIA

• Proof of Indigenous ancestry (proof of ancestry may include a status card, a letter from a band, Elder, community member, or official).
• Graduating from an Ontario Secondary School with O.S.S.D
• Transitioning into a post-secondary program (full-time)
• Good academic standing (75% overall average)
• Involvement in the community and/or extra-curricular activities
• Recommended by Secondary School, First Nation Community, or Education Counsellor.
• Exemplifies leadership qualities, dedication, and good attendance.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

• Fully Completed Application Form
• A Copy of Transcripts or Final Report Card
• Letter of Recommendation
• Copy of acceptance letter from post-secondary institution
• Proof of Indigenous Ancestry (see criteria)
• A short (250-500-word) essay that introduces yourself and shares how this scholarship would support your post-secondary journey (please attach separately).
• Copies of any awards, diplomas or other supporting documents.
• Signed release form which allows us to post your name to our website and social media, should you be a successful recipient of this award.

SELECTION and AWARDING PROCEDURE

All applications will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee and the Executive Director of ONECA.

Completed documentation must be received by the July deadline for final consideration. Applications received after this date WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Successful applicants will be notified via phone and/or email by an ONECA representative, and will be announced at the Annual ONECA Conference. Winners will also be announced on our website and/or newsletter and/or on social media.