Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies Awards & Scholarships

How to apply for these awards

To be considered for any of the awards listed below, students must apply by selecting Divisional Winter Awards through STU-VIEW and be enrolled full-time in a Community Service and Early Childhood Program.

If you have any questions about individual awards or the application process, please contact us at awards@georgebrown.ca.

If you are interested in helping us expand our awards program, please contact the George Brown College Foundation.

Please note:
We've listed all available awards below. We recommend having a look through them as this may help you with your application, but since you only submit one application, you don't need to read through the criteria for each award.

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If you're ready to apply for these divisional awards, you only need to fill out one application in STU-VIEW to be considered for most of the awards below (you don't need to apply for each of the awards below individually).

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Community Services and Early Childhood

AWCCA Faculty Team Scholarship

AWCCA faculty donated funds for the establishment of the AWCCA Faculty Team Scholarship. The award is available to students in the R107 Assaulted Women's & Children's Counsellor Advocate program in their second year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Student must display financial need;
  • The student must demonstrate outstanding group process skills and contribute to a positive classroom learning environment.

AWCCA Scholarship

AWCCA faculty donated funds for the establishment of the AWCCA Scholarship. The award is available to students in the R107 Assaulted Women's & Children's Counsellor Advocate program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must demonstrate financial need.

Bob Luker Community Worker Scholarship

Various donors have donated funds for the establishment of the Bob Luker Community Worker Scholarship. The Bob Luker Community Worker Scholarship is available to students in the C101 program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)
  • The students must commit to social justice and supporting other students

Bothwell-Accurate Award for Future Front-Line Workers

The Donor has kindly contributed $5,000 towards an award specifically designated to George brown Polytechnic, the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology and the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Beginning in the winter semester of Academic Year 2023-2024, a total of two (2) awards at $2,500 each will be given out to two (2) students. One (1) award will be given to one (1) full- time student in the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology, and one (1) award will be given to one (1) full-time student in the Faculty of Health Sciences.  

List of Eligible Programs:

Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology  and Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management 

  • Construction Engineering Technician (T161)
  • Construction Engineering Technology (T105)
  • Civil Engineering Technology (T164)
  • Bachelor of Technology (Construction Management) (T312)
  • Construction Management (for Internationally Educated Professionals) (T403)

School of Apprenticeship and Skilled Trades 

  • Plumbing Techniques (T165)
  • Welding Techniques (T166)
  • Electrical Techniques (T167)
  • Construction Techniques Program (T176)
  • Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician (T160)
  • Carpentry and Renovation Technician Program (T180)
  • Building Renovation Technology (T148)
  • Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology (T162)

School of Health and Wellness 

  • Autism and Behavioral Science (Postgraduate) (C405)
  • Behavioral Science Technician (C146)
  • Behavioral Science Technician (Accelerated) (C156)
  • Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics (Postgraduate) (S407)
  • Hearing Instrument Specialist (S117)
  • Honours Bachelor of Behavior Analysis (S302)
  • Orthotic/Prosthetic Technician (S102)
  • Recreation Management in Gerontology (C152)

School of Dental Health

  • Dental Assisting (S113)
  • Restorative Dental Hygiene (S400)

School of Health Services Management

  • Dental Office Administration (S115)
  • Office Administration – Health Services (S135)

Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N) (S118)
  • Personal Support Worker (C112)
  • Practical Nursing (S121)

Eligibility Criteria:

Student is enrolled in any full-time program at the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology or the Faculty of Health Sciences 

  • Student demonstrates passion for their field of study 
  • Student must hold a minimum program GPA of 3.0. 

Application Process:

All applicants must apply online through Stu-View

C300 Entrance Bursary

The C300 Entrance Bursary is available to students in the C300 program in their first year of study.

Canadian Standards Association Endowment

The award was established to support the advancement of the education of students at George Brown Polytechnic. The award is awarded annually when available to students who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Resident of Ontario for at least 12 months prior to enrollment
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Have applied for full-time studies at George Brown Polytechnic or received a George Brown student number
  • Full-time student enrolled in the Electromechanical Engineering Technician (T146) program or the   Electromechanical Engineering Technology-Building Automation (T171) Advanced Diploma program.
  • Have a GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • Exhibits a passion, commitment and a spirit of dedication to their chosen area of professional study

Application Process:

All applicants must apply online through Stu-View

David Condie Memorial Award

Theresa Condie has donated funds for the establishment of the David Condie Memorial Award. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Community Services (Community Service & Early Childhood Services) in any year of study for the following program(s): C108

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must maintain a 3.0 Min GPA or higher
  • Student is completing their field placement outside of Ontario

Career Development Practitioner Endowment

This award is available to any registered domestic George Brown Polytechnic Student enrolled in the Career Development Practitioner Program (C406) who are in their 2ND semester.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must be a resident of Ontario for at least 12 months prior to enrolment
  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must maintain a 3.5 Min GPA or higher
  • Student exhibits a commitment and spirit of dedication to their chosen are of professional study

Community Services Scholarship

This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Community Services (Community Service & Early Childhood Services) in any year of study for all programs in this category

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be in good academic standing
  • The student must be a registered domestic student

Dorothy Bradley Memorial Award

Lon Lawson Fund for Child and Youth Counsellor Education has donated funds for the establishment of the Dorothy Bradley Memorial Award. The award is available to students in the C133 program in their third year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)
  • The students must be a member of Ontario Association of Child and Youth Counsellors
  • The student must demonstrate aptitude and interest in working with families

Douglas E. Light Scholarship - Community Worker

Helen Light has donated funds for the establishment of the Douglas E. Light Scholarship - Community Worker. The award is available to students in the C101 program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)
  • The student must demonstrate commitment to field

Douglas E. Light Scholarship - ECE

Helen Light has donated funds for the establishment of the Douglas E. Light Scholarship. The award is available to students in the C100 (ECE), C118 (ECE) program in their second year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)
  • The student must demonstrate commitment to field

Early Childhood Education Academic Award

Various have donated funds for the establishment of the Early Childhood Education Academic Award. The award is available to students in the C100, C118 program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • The student must display financial need
  • Student must exhibit commitment to children and families in the early year's sector
  • Student must display exemplary behaviour inside and outside of classroom
  • Student should be self-motivated, passionate about learning and demonstrate above average abilities in program

Eider Scholarship

Redpoll Foundation has donated funds for the establishment of the Eider Scholarship. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Community Services & Health Sciences in any year of study for all programs in this category

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must maintain a 3.0 Min GPA or higher
  • The student must be a registered domestic student
  • The student must display passion for their field of study

"Gabi" Milius Memorial Award

Jacqueline Tan has donated funds for the establishment of the "Gabi" Milius Memorial Award. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Community Service & Early Childhood Services in any year of study for the following program(s): C101

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be a sole support parent
  • The student has overcome obstacles to undertake their studies at George Brown Polytechnic
  • The student must be a registered domestic student
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)

Graywood Award for Construction and Engineering Technologies

Graywood Developments has generously gifted funds for the Graywood Award for Construction and Engineering Technologies.  This award will be distributed annually.

One (1) award of $5,000 will be presented to one (1) student enrolled in one of the following Programs:

  • Advanced Diploma Programs (3 years)
    • Construction Engineering Technology (T105)
    • Civil Engineering Technology (T164)
  • Degree Programs (4 years)
    • Honours Bachelor of Technology (Construction Management) (T312)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time domestic and/or international student or;
  • Have applied for full-time studies at George Brown Polytechnic and received a George Brown Polytechnic student number
  • Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of his/her program
  • Student has demonstrated strong academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Student has demonstrated financial need
  • Preference will be given to students who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, Person of Colour (BIPOC) or female.

Application Process: Applicants must apply online through Stu-View

Harry A. Newman Memorial Scholarship

Richard John Newman Charity Foundation has donated funds for the establishment of the Harry A. Newman Memorial Scholarship. The award is available to students in the C119 program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)
  • Student must demonstrate leadership qualities

H. John McDonald Memorial Bursary

Each year if the fund allows, four (4) award(s) will be presented to four (4) full-time student(s) at George Brown Polytechnic within the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time domestic and/or international student
  • Demonstrates financial need as per the institution’s policy.
  • Has a minimum GPA of 2.0.
  • Preference given to a student who demonstrates community involvement

Application Process:

All applicants must apply online through Stu-View

Jean Jordan Assaulted Women and Children's Counsellor Advocate Scholarship

Beth Jordan has donated funds for the establishment of the Jean Jordan Assaulted Women and Children's Counsellor Advocate Scholarship. The award is available to students in the R107 program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Student must display financial need;
  • The student must demonstrate commitment to the program's focus.

Jennifer Whitaker Tessema Memorial Scholarship

This award has been established to honour Jennifer Whitaker (Tessema), the donors late mother and wife. Metti Tessema has agreed to contribute $2000 towards 2 (two) awards at $1,000 each, for the 2023/2024 academic year.

Jennifer was an alumnus of the first graduating class of the Assaulted Women and Children’s (AWCC) Program at George Brown Polytechnic. She was a survivor of family violence, a child of the 60’s scoop, at points early on in her journey she was a lone parent and able to rebuild her life and transform the lives of so many people, as a result of her time at George Brown Polytechnic. She spent an almost 35-year career giving back to families in the community. Her passion, care, and resilience she named from her instructors, experiences, and knowledge she received from the AWCC program at George Brown Polytechnic.

The donor has developed this fund to honour the life of Jennifer Whitaker and to help other students who are following a similar path achieve their goals. 

The gift is specifically designated to George Brown Polytechnic, Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies – Assaulted Women’s and Children’s Counsellor/Advocate Program (AWCCA) – C137.

Criteria:

  1. Registered, full-time domestic and/or international student,
  2. Is enrolled as a full-time student in the Assaulted Women’s and Children’s Counsellor/Advocate (AWCCA) – C137 program at George Brown Polytechnic's Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies. 
  3. Students must demonstrate financial need as determined by the Institution’s policies. 
  4. Exhibits a passion for their field of study and a spirit of dedication towards the topics of access and inclusion.
  5. Preference given to students who are parents or guardians.

Application Process:

  • All applicants must apply online through Stu-View.  

Joan MacTavish Award in Memory of Mae Brown

Joan MacTavish has donated funds for the establishment of the Joan Mactavish Award in Memory of Mae Brown. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Community Services (Community Service & Early Childhood Services) who are in their 2nd Year for the following program(s): C108

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must maintain a 3.0 Min GPA or higher

Kay Oxford Memorial Bursary

Anne McKenzie-Rivers has donated funds for the establishment of the Kay Oxford Memorial Bursary. The award is available to students in any year in a program in the Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • Student must demonstrate an openness to learning from others and show a commitment to working with others.

Lamont Family Curriculum Award for Physical Health & Wellbeing

This award is available to any registered, full-time, domestic and/or international student at George Brown Polytechnic who is enrolled in a program at the Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies.

Eligible students will exhibit a passion for creating curriculum that encourages the physical and mental wellbeing of children.

Les Webber Scholarship

Lon Lawson Fund for Child and Youth Counsellor Education has donated funds for the establishment of the Les Webber Scholarship. The award is available to students in the C104 program in their graduating year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be a member of Ontario Association of Child and Youth Counsellors
  • Student should demonstrate empathy for troubled children and that they have overcome their struggles.
  • Student should likely remain in Child and Youth Worker field.

Lilia Santos-Villa Memorial Scholarship

Cordi Villa has donated funds for the establishment of the Lilia Santos-Villa Memorial Scholarship. The award is available to students in the R107 Assaulted Women's & Children's Counsellor Advocate program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Student must display financial need;
  • The student must demonstrate efforts to overcome obstacles, strive to achieve the "best for women," and focus on international work.

Lynda Roy Award

George Brown College Foundation has donated funds for the establishment of the Lynda Roy Award. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in the Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies who are in their 1st Year for the following program(s): R107

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Demonstrates through education and advocacy, recognition of intersecting identities inclusive of the disability experience

Magil Construction Scholarship/Magil Scholarship for Women in Construction/The Magil Scholarship for Indigenous Students in Construction

Magil Construction Canada Inc. has agreed to contribute $3,000 towards a scholarship. The gift is specifically designated the Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies.

The Magil Construction Scholarship will be presented to one (1) student, The Magil Scholarship for Women in Construction will be presented to one (1) female student and, The Magil Scholarship for Indigenous Students in Construction will be presented to one (1) Indigenous student.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time domestic and/or international student
  • Enrolled in a program in the Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management (please see appendix A for a list of eligible programs). 
  • Strong academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher. 
  • Demonstrated passion for field of study through but not limited to in-class work, projects, and/or research work and other

Application Process: All applicants must apply online through Stu-View 

Maple Reinder Award for Excellence in Digital Technologies

Maple Reinders Constructors Ltd. has generously contributed funding towards a yearly award to be disbursed annually.

The gift is specifically designated to George Brown Polytechnic, Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies.

Technologies, School of Architectural Studies. Award recipient(s) may be given the opportunity to apply and compete for a 3-month paid internship at Maple Reinders Constructors Ltd.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time domestic or international student
  • Enrolled in the Architectural Technology Program (T109/T169) in their 3rd year of study.
  • Maintains strong academic standing with a program GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Exhibits strong interest and leadership in the area of digital technologies, 3d terrestrial laser scanning and photogrammetry.
  • Excels and contributes greatly to the classroom learning environment in the following courses:
  • Concentrations in Digital Technologies 1 & 2.

Application Process:

  • All applicants must apply online through Stu-View

Margot McGrath-Harding Memorial Scholarship

Nicholas Harding has donated funds for the establishment of the Margot McGrath-Harding Memorial Scholarship. The award is available to students in the C108 program in their first year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • Write an essay on: Describing feelings, thoughts, experiences and challenges while reflecting on your first year of Intervener Program and how you look forward to continuing your second year (1500 words maximum)

Masonic Foundation of Ontario Scholarship

Masonic Foundation of Ontario has donated funds for the establishment of the Masonic Foundation of Ontario Scholarship. The award is available to students in the C134, C133 program in their third year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • The student must display financial need

Multiplex Digital Construction Award

Multiplex Construction Canada Ltd. Has generously donated $3,000 towards a multi-year expendable award to be distributed beginning in the winter semester of the 2024-2025 academic year and ending in the winter semester of the 2025-2026 academic year.

The gift is specifically designated to George Brown Polytechnic, the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology, Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management. One (1) award of $1,500 each will be presented annually to one (1) full-time student 

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time, domestic and /or international student
  • Enrolled in the Building Information Modeling (BIM) Management (T412) program
  • Strong academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Demonstrates a commitment and dedication to the field of BIM Management through but not limited to in-class and/or applied research activities

Application Process:

All applicants must apply online through Stu-View

NCCI Award for Women in Construction

Nezamifar Construction Consulting Inc. (NCCI) has generously contributed $1,000 towards an award One (1) award of $1,000 will be presented to one (1) full-time female student in the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology. 

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time, domestic and/or international student
  • Student must be self-identified as female, and enrolled in the Construction Management (For Internationally Educated Professionals) (Postgraduate) (T403)
  • Student must demonstrate financial need
  • Strong academic performance with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Demonstrated passion for field of study through but not limited to in-class work, projects, and/or research work and other

Application Process: Applicants must apply online through Stu-View

Niechelle Kirsten Corcuera Memorial Scholarship

This gift is specifically designated to George Brown Polytechnic, Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies – School for Deaf and Deafblind Studies

The Donor has agreed to direct contributions in the amount of $1,000 to one (1) full-time student.  

Criteria:

  • Must be a registered, full-time domestic or international student
  • Student must be enrolled in the Deafblind & Intervenor Studies program (C158)
  • Student must hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
  • Student must demonstrate financial need
  • Student must demonstrate leadership qualities either within the George Brown Polytechnic community or externally in their communities
  • Preference to be given to students who self-identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Colour)

Application Process:
Applicants must apply online through Stu-View.

Noel Young Memorial Scholarship

Various donors have donated funds for the establishment of the Noel Young Memorial Scholarship. Students in any year of C300, C301, C118, C100, C130, C105 programs are able to apply for the scholarship.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)
  • The student must demonstrate a commitment to advocacy and action in the field of Early Childhood Education

Ontario Association of Sign Language Interpreters Award

The Ontario Association of Sign Language Interpreters has designated an award specifically to the Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies, School of Deaf and Deafblind Studies, Honours Bachelor of Interpretation (American Sign Language-English) (C302)

One (1) award of $500 is designated to one (1) second year student in the Honours Bachelor of interpretation (American Sign Language - English) (C302) Program. 

Criteria:

  1. Registered, full-time domestic and/or international student or
  2. Have applied for full-time studies at George Brown Polytechnic and received a George Brown Polytechnic student number
  3. Student who identifies as Deaf
  4. The student exhibits a commitment and spirit of dedication to the interpretation profession and the Deaf communities that interpreters serve (including but not limited to the values and benefits of volunteer expe1fonce in the related field and communities)
  5. The student demonstrates academic achievement for their chosen area of study 

Application Process:

  1. All applicants must apply online through Stu-View. 
  2. Applicant may choose to support their application by submitting their response(s) in American Sign Language using a video link.

Ontario Association of Sign Language Interpreters Scholarship

The Ontario Association of Sign Language Interpreters has designated an award specifically to the Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies, School of Deaf and Deafblind Studies, Honours Bachelor of Interpretation (American Sign Language-English) (C302) 

The award(s) will be presented to student(s) in the Honours Bachelor of interpretation (American Sign Language - English) (C302) Program at George Brown Polytechnic accordingly:

  1. One (1) award of $375 is designated to one (1) student in their second year of study
  2. One (1) award of $525 is designated to one (1) student in their third year of study
  3. One (I) award of $600 is designated to one (1) student in their fourth year of study

Criteria:

  1. Registered, full-time domestic and/or international student or
  2. Have applied for full-time studies at George Brown Polytechnic and received a George Brown Polytechnic student number
  3. The student exhibits a commitment and spirit of dedication to the interpretation profession and the Deaf communities that interpreters serve (including but not limited to the values and benefits of volunteer expe1fonce in the related field and communities)
  4. The student demonstrates academic achievement for their chosen area of study

Application Process:

  1. applicants must apply online through Stu-View. 
  2. Applicant may choose to support their application by submitting their response(s) in American Sign Language using a video link.

Phyllis Eileen Edwards Memorial Award

Robin Buyers has donated funds for the establishment of the Phyllis Eileen Edwards Memorial Award. The award is available to students in the C101 program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)
  • The student must display the values and skills of a good community worker which reflects on their work both inside and outside the college

Phyllis Walker Pace Canada Bursary

Sandra Whiting has donated funds for the establishment of the Phyllis Walker PACE Canada Bursary. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Early Childhood Services (Community Service & Early Childhood Services) in any year of study for the following program(s): C100, C118

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must maintain a 3.0 Min GPA or higher
  • The student must display passion for their field of study
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)

Rachel Langford Award

Rachel Langford has donated funds for the establishment of the Rachel Langford Award. The award is available to students with a learning disability in the C100, C118 ECE programs in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Student must provide proof of learning disability

Ron Sluser Scholarship

The Ron Sluser Scholarship is available to students in the C119, C135 program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The students must demonstrate they have overcome obstacles and significant economic disadvantage.

Susan Stylianos Scholarship

Susan R. Stylianos has donated funds for the establishment of the Susan Stylianos Scholarship. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Community Service & Early Childhood Services in any year of study for all programs in this category

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be a registered domestic student
  • The student must display passion for their field of study
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)

Toronto Hydro Scholarship for Women

Toronto Hydro generously gifted $2,500 to be presented to one (1) female student registered in T182 at the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology - School of Mechanical and Engineering Technologies 

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time domestic female student
  • Enrolled in the Electromechanical Engineering Technology-Power & Control Program (T182)

Application Process: All applicants must apply online through Stu-View

Virginia McColm DiRoma Scholarship - Award 1

Marjorie McColm has donated funds for the establishment of the Virginia McColm DiRoma Scholarship - Award 1. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Early Childhood Services (Community Service & Early Childhood Services) who are in their 2nd Year for the following program(s): C100

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)

Virginia McColm DiRoma Scholarship - Award 2

Marjorie McColm has donated funds for the establishment of the Virginia McColm DiRoma Scholarship - Award 2. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Early Childhood Services (Community Service & Early Childhood Services) in any year of study for the following program(s): C300, C301

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • The student must be in good academic standing
  • The student must be actively involved in the community (college and/or external)

Vista Services Women in HVAC Award

Vista Services has generously contributed $500 towards the award specifically designated to the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology, School of Apprenticeship & Skilled Trades.

A total of two (2) awards of $250 each will be given out to two (2) students. One (1) award given to one (1) student enrolled in her 2nd year of the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician (T160) program and One (1) award given to one (1) student enrolled in her 3rd year of the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology (T162) program 

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time domestic and/or international student
  • Student must demonstrate strong academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Student must demonstrate passion for the field of heating, refrigeration and air conditioning through but not limited to in-class work, projects, and/or research work

Application Process: Applicants must apply online through Stu-View

Wendy Bray and Cathy Callaghan Scholarship

Wendy Bray & Cathy Callaghan donated funds for the establishment of the Wendy Bray and Cathy Callaghan Scholarship. The award is available to students in the R107 Assaulted Women's & Children's Counsellor Advocate program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Student must display financial need.

William Nichols Leadership Award in Quantity Surveying by CIQS

This award is funded by the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) and is named after CIQS member, William (Bill) Nichols, for his contributions to quantity surveying practice and the development of construction management education in Canada.

Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) has contributed $1,500 towards an expendable award. One (1) award of $1,500 will be presented to one (1) full-time student in the Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management in the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time, domestic or international student
  • Student must be enrolled in their 4th year of the Honours B.Tech – Construction Management Program
  • Student must exhibit a sound understanding of quantity surveying practices and displayed dedication to the profession of quantity surveying
  • Demonstrated strong academic standing with a course GPA of 3.0 or higher in the BLDG3170 –Preconstruction Cost Planning Course
  • Student should represent the ability to lead, motivate and mentor his/her peers in working toward the objectives of administering the procurement of construction services
  • Preference given to students who are members of the Bid Competition Executive Committee facilitating the CCET Bid Competition.

Application Process: The student winner will be required to complete a paper application provided by the Awards Office

 

Preparatory and Liberal Studies

Adele Lynn Jacobson Memorial Scholarship

Friends & Family of Adele Lynn Jacobson have donated funds for the establishment of the Adele Lynn Jacobson Memorial Scholarship. The award is available to students in the Academic Upgrading program (A751) or the Academic Upgrading for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A751) in any year of study. The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must demonstrate effort and commitment to furthering education with a 2.7 GPA;
  • Student must display financial need and Ontario residency.

AU Grit and Determination Award

The School of Work and College Preparation staff has donated funds for the establishment of the AU Grit and Determination Award. The award is available to domestic students in the A751: Anglo (Hearing) and Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Academic Upgrading (ASL) program in their 1st year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Student must submit an essay about grit and determination in English or ASL describing how they are able to accomplish their academic achievements despite the obstacles in their life.

Work and College Preparation Scholarship

The School of Work and College Preparation Scholarships are available to domestic students in a CPLS program (on an annual rotational basis) in their final semester of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA;
  • Student must display financial need;
  • The student must demonstrate leadership as determined by faculty.

CPLS Pre-Programs Award

The CPLS Pre-Programs Award is a faculty-supported scholarship recognizing the hard work and dedication of all students in Pre-Health (A109 & A108), and Human Services Foundations (A113). This award is given out each semester (Fall, Winter, Spring) to a student from each program.

De La Salle Bursary

Vince Thompson has donated funds for the establishment of the De La Salle Bursary. The award is available to domestic students in the Augment Education program in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Student must display financial need;
  • Student must submit an essay describing their community activities as well as the obstacles they have overcome in their pursuit of post-secondary education.

Georgia Quartaro Scholarship

In honour of Georgia's lifelong commitment to helping the disadvantaged, the "Georgia Quartaro Scholarship" was established. The award is available to students in any program of CPLS in any year of study (with at least one semester completed).

  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA;
  • Student must display financial need and exhibit a commitment and spirit of dedication to chosen field of study.

Harris Family Maple Fund

The Donor has generously contributed $1,000 towards a yearly award.  The award will be disbursed over the next five (5) years. Two (2) awards valued at $100 each will be disbursed yearly. One (1) award of $100 will be presented to one (1) full-time student in the Assistant Cook Extended Training Program (A105) and one (1) award of $100 will be presented to one (1) full-time student in the Construction Craft Worker Foundations Extended Training Program (A106) with the following criteria:

Criteria:

  • Registered, full-time student
  • Have applied for studies at George Brown Polytechnic and received a George Brown student number
  • Demonstrated financial as determined by the institution’s policies  
  • Sole support parent, shared support parent, or a parent with privileges
  • Has a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater

Application Process:

  • Applicants must complete an application with the Augmented Education Department. 
  • The award will be disbursed at the annual Augmented Education graduation ceremony 

Hilti Scholarship for Women Transitioning to Trades & Employment

This gift will be distributed through the Community Partnerships Office to female, gender non-binary, trans or 2-spirit students applying to advance their education through a program at the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology at George Brown Polytechnic. Awards will be presented to eligible students who have completed the Women Transitioning to Trades & Employment Program (A740) and decide to enter a 1-year certificate, 2-year diploma or 3-year advanced diploma program afterwards.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Registered, full-time, domestic student
  • Enrolled in or has successfully completed the Women Transitioning to Trades & Employment Program (A740) in the Community Partnerships Office. 
  • Exhibits interest in their field of study and has strong passion for future academic and professional goals. 
  • Plans to pursue a 1-year certificate, 2-year diploma or 3-year advanced diploma at the Faculty of Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology at George Brown Polytechnic. 
  • Student self-identifies as woman, gender non-binary, trans or 2-spirit. 
  • In addition to the scholarship, each recipient will receive a laptop and coverage for textbooks and materials (valued at $1,000). 

Application Process:

  • Applicants must apply online through Stu-View

Ishwar Dean Memorial Award

Various/Sandra Dean has donated funds for the establishment of the Ishwar Dean Memorial Award. This award is available to any registered George Brown Polytechnic Student in Preparatory & Liberal Studies in any year of study for all programs in this category

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must display financial need
  • Preference for students who are sole-support parents
  • The student has overcome obstacles to undertake their studies at George Brown Polytechnic
  • The student must be a registered domestic student
  • The student must display passion for their field of study

Joan Murphy Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a graduating student in the A106 and/or A107 programs.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered full-time domestic student
  • Ontario Resident
  • Demonstrated financial
  • Overcome obstacles
  • Demonstrates passion for studies

Application Process:

  • Apply online through Stu-View

Junior League of Toronto Culinary Scholarship

The Junior League of Toronto has donated funds for the establishment of the Junior League of Toronto Culinary Scholarship. The award is available to students in the Culinary Skills (Preparatory Training) Program A110 who meet the following criteria:

  • Domestic student
  • Student must display financial need
  • Student must exhibit interest in their field of study and have a strong passion for future academic and professional goals

Kevin Kobus Award 

The De La Salle Endowment has designated 2,000 annually to the Augmented Education Program for this award.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Registered full-time domestic and/or international student
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Full-time student(s) from any program at the School of Work and College Preparation
  • Preference for students who self-identify as Black and/or from the BIPOC community
  • Students must demonstrate community involvement through various means, such as volunteer experience, involvement with the College, and/or their community
  • Preference will be given to students who have overcome personal obstacles to obtain their studies

Application Process:

  • Apply online through Stu-View

Mental Health Conference Scholarship

The Mental Health Conference Scholarship is awarded to domestic students in A107 Transitions to Post-Secondary program, A105 Assistant Cook Extended Training, and A106 Construction Craft Worker Extended Training programs in any year of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA;
  • The student must be actively involved in the Community (college and/or external);
  • Student must display financial need;
  • The student must be entering a further post-secondary or apprenticeship program and demonstrate interest in their area of study.

Mika's Intention Scholarship

This award was created to support the advancement of the education of students at George Brown Polytechnic.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Resident of Ontario for at least 12 months prior to enrolment
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Have applied for full-time studies at George Brown Polytechnic and received a George Brown student number
  • Enrolled in final year full-time studies at the School of Work and College Preparation
  • Demonstrates leadership qualities through various means such as volunteer community services and commitment to working with others
  • Have overcome obstacles to undertake their studies.

Application Process:

  • Apply online through Stu-View

Naranjan Singh Award

The Naranjan Singh Award is available to domestic students in the R101 and R104 program in their first year of study with the highest GPA.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Minimum of 3.5 GPA.

Noella Milne Excellence Award for Global Great Books Certificate

Every year, six (6) awards of $500 each will be presented to six (6) full-time students from the School of Work and College Preparation at George Brown Polytechnic with the following Criteria:

Criteria:

  • Registered full-time domestic and/or international student
  • Students who have completed the Global Great Books Certificate Program, which includes the following courses:
    • Diploma students are required to have taken the “Ancient Great Thinkers” (GHUM 1088) plus "Heaven and Hell: Journeys from Medieval and Classical Thinkers" (GHUM 1096).
    • Degree students are required to take “Global Ancient Thought” (LHUM 1226) plus “Global Classical and Medieval Literature" (LHUM 1306).
  • Diploma students must have attained the Certificate by achieving a minimum “B” grade in the “Ancient Great Thinkers” course and a minimum “B” grade in “Heaven and Hell: Journeys Through Classical and Medieval Thinkers” course.
  • Degree students must have attained the Certificate by achieving a minimum “B” grade in the “Global Ancient Thought” course and a minimum “B” grade in the “Global Classical and Medieval Literature” course.
  • Students must demonstrate passion for field of study as evidenced by valuable contributions to class discussions and course work for the two courses required to achieve the “Global Great Books Certificate”.
  • Must be a current student at George Brown Polytechnic

Application Process:

  • Apply online through Stu-View

President's TPE Bursary

The President's Office has donated funds for the establishment of the President's TPE Bursary. The award is available to full-time students in the A107 Transitions to Post-Secondary Education program in their second or third semester of study.

The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • The student must demonstrate academic and personal excellence.

The Gordon Cressy and Joanne Campbell Leadership Award

The donor, Donette Chin-Loy Chang, would like to designate an award to students enrolled in the Augmented Education program at George Brown Polytechnic, in honour of Gordon Cressy and Joanne Campbell.

Starting in the 2022-2023 academic year and ending in the 2026-2027 academic year, one (1) award of $1,000.00 will be presented annually to one (1) student in the Augmented Education Program at George Brown Polytechnic; or, at the discretion of Augmented Education leaders, this award can be divided into two (2) awards of $500 each for two (2) students in the Augmented Education Program.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be registered, full-time in Augmented Education
  • Participates enthusiastically in the program and shows a passion for the area of study
  • Demonstrates leadership and takes initiative among class members throughout the course of study
  • Preference can be given to those students who demonstrate financial need as determined by the institution’s policies

 Application Process:

Applicants must apply through the Augmented Education Office.

Uncle Bob Scholarship

College Staff have donated funds for the establishment of the Uncle Bob Scholarship in memory of Professor Bob Koledin. The award is available to domestic students in the Academic Upgrading program (A751) or the Academic Upgrading for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A751) in any year of study. The following criteria must be met by the applicant:

  • Student must display financial need.

Scholarships, awards, and bursaries listed are subject to change without prior notice, and are subject to conditions as may be set down by the college and/or the donor of the award.

Land Acknowledgement

Land Acknowledgement

George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.

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