Canerector Foundation Scholarship in the Skilled Trades Application
The Canerector Foundation seeks to increase the recruitment, retention and employability of post-secondary students who are beginning their careers in the skilled trades. Algonquin College is proud to receive support from the Canerector Foundation to recognize students in eligible skilled trade programs across all Algonquin College campuses via the Canerector Foundation Scholarship in the Skilled Trades.
Post-Secondary Recipients (Canerector Foundation Scholars)
Canerector Foundation Scholars will receive an initial scholarship of $1,000 applied towards student accounts.
Scholars who mentor current and prospective students in skilled trades; participate in co-curricular activities; and maintain a minimum of 3.0 grade point average will be awarded an additional $1,000 per term, up to a maximum of $4,000.
Along with financial support, the program provides wrap-around support facilitated by a program staff lead, who helps students navigate their specific situation and achieve their program objectives. This extra support increases the recruitment, retention, and employability of students.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Person/ Refugee.
- Applicants must be entering the first year of an eligible skilled trade program of study.
- Applicants must be registered full-time.
- Successful applicants must participate in a minimum of one approved co-curricular activity each term that supports mentorship to prospective students in skilled trades training programs or serve as a skilled trades ambassador at events at the college or in the community.
- Applicants must maintain a minimum of 3.0 grade point average.
Instructions:
- Applicants must add their Social Insurance Number via their ACSIS account in order to be awarded funding.
- Applicants will be required to upload a current resume, listing work and/or volunteer experience, as well as any extra-curricular activities in the community or school.
- Note: short-listed applicants may be invited to an interview held by the selection committee.
SPRING TERM APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 16th, 2025 at 11:59pm
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For more information, please contact studentawards@algonquincollege.com