Scholarship Value $5,000

Number of Scholarships 4

Overview

The One Awards recognize the ingenuity of aspiring professionals and their contributions to Hydro One and its customers. Hydro One is Ontario’s largest electricity transmission and distribution provider with roots dating back to 1906 and a focus on safety, innovation and service. The company was named one of Forbes' Canada’s Best Employers for 2025. This program highlights Hydro One’s commitment to building a diverse workforce and supporting the development of future talent in energy-related fields.

Description: The One Awards program, including the William Peyton Hubbard Memorial Award, supports outstanding undergraduate students studying energy industry-related disciplines at Ontario colleges and universities.

• Recognizes student achievement and fosters workforce diversity.
• Operated by Hydro One, a long-established Ontario energy provider.
• Supports education and career development in energy-related disciplines.

William Peyton Hubbard Memorial Award

The award honors William Peyton Hubbard, a key figure in the public development of hydroelectric power in Ontario and Toronto’s first Black Alderman, Controller and Acting Mayor. In his name, Hydro One sponsors annual awards for outstanding Black undergraduate students in Ontario who are pursuing studies related to the energy sector. Winners receive a cash award and are eligible for a paid developmental work term with Hydro One. The award celebrates Hubbard’s legacy and supports access to careers in the energy industry.

History of the Award: Established to commemorate Hubbard’s contributions to public control of hydroelectric power and civic leadership, the award promotes equity and opportunity within the energy sector.

• Pays tribute to William Peyton Hubbard’s legacy.
• Targets Black undergraduate students in Ontario.
• Combines financial support with professional development opportunities.

Eligibility

Eligibility is limited to Black and Black-identifying students who meet specific academic and residency criteria and who are enrolled in accredited Ontario colleges or universities. The program defines Black to include individuals of Black African descent, including African, African Canadian, African American, African Latino and Caribbean heritage; Black-identifying includes bi-racial and mixed individuals with Black descent. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants, enrolled full time, have completed at least two years in an eligible undergraduate program and maintain a minimum B+ GPA. Applicants must also demonstrate leadership, strong communication skills, and submit required documentation.

Eligibility: Applicants must be Black or Black-identifying, Canadian citizens or landed immigrants, enrolled full time at an Ontario institution, have completed at least two years in specified disciplines, and hold a minimum B+ GPA.

• Defined Black and Black-identifying applicants are eligible.
• Canadian citizens or landed immigrants only, enrolled full time in Ontario.
• Minimum two years completed in specified programs and a B+ GPA required.
• Leadership, communication skills and submission of transcripts and resume required.

Award Value

Four awards of $5,000 each are available to selected recipients. In addition to the financial award, winners may be offered a paid developmental work term with Hydro One to gain practical industry experience. The award is intended to support both academic costs and early career development within the energy sector.

Award Value: Four awards of $5,000 each; winners are eligible for a paid developmental work term with Hydro One.

• 4 awards of $5,000 each.
• Opportunity for a paid developmental work term.
• Financial support coupled with experiential learning.

Application Timeline

The application deadline is November 1, 2025. After the deadline, Hydro One management reviews submissions, shortlists top candidates, and conducts interviews to determine final rankings and winners. Applicants should submit all required materials by the deadline to be considered. No late submissions will be accepted.

Application Timeline: Applications close November 1, 2025; selection follows review, shortlisting and interviews conducted by Hydro One management.

• Application deadline: November 1, 2025.
• Post-deadline review and shortlisting by Hydro One management.
• Interviews determine final ranking and award recipients.

Selection, Award Luncheon, and Work Term

Following review and interviews, winners are selected based on interview scores and overall assessment. Hydro One arranges an awards luncheon where monetary awards are presented; winners may invite up to two guests. Selected recipients also have the opportunity to secure a paid developmental work term with Hydro One, providing hands-on experience aligned with their studies.

Selection of Winners: Winners are chosen after management review, shortlisting and interviews, with final selection based on interview rankings and overall fit.

Award Luncheon & Work Term: Winners attend a luncheon with two guests for award presentation and may be offered a paid developmental work term.

• Selection based on review, shortlist and interview scores.
• Awards presented at a Hydro One luncheon with two invited guests.
• Paid developmental work term may be offered to winners.

Application Guidance and Accessibility

Applicants must submit an updated resume and unofficial transcripts with their application. Hydro One requests that applicants prepare application materials—resume, cover letter, and responses—without the use of AI tools, to ensure submissions reflect each candidate’s authentic voice and experience. If applicants require accommodation due to a disability to use the online application system, they should contact Hydro One by email to request assistance. Resumes sent to the accommodation email will not be considered as applications.

Application Materials: Include an updated resume and unofficial transcripts; present materials in your own words without AI assistance.

Accessibility & Contact: For accommodation requests, email careers@hydroone.com. Do not send resumes to this address as a substitute for the online application.

• Include resume and unofficial transcripts with the application.
• Prepare application materials without AI to preserve your authentic voice.
• Email careers@hydroone.com for accommodation requests only; resumes sent there will not be considered.