Top 131 Scholarships for Canadian Citizens in October 2026

Are you a graduating high school senior living in the U.S, Puerto Rico, Guam, or Canada? If so, consider applying for the Burger King Scholars Program! The scholarship is open to college-bound high school seniors who plan to enroll in college full-time for the upcoming academic year. Awards worth between $1,000 and $60,000 will be granted to help winning students pay for college costs. If you’re passionate about your postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that the Burger King Scholars Program typically accepts applications starting from mid-October until mid-December or until 30,000 applications are received, whichever comes first.Show Less

Are you a student between the ages of 4 and 18 interested in helping solve world problems? If so, consider entering the Paradigm Challenge! The competition is open to students aged 4 to 18 from all over the world who create a project that helps solve a real-world issue. Students are encouraged to work in groups and submit their projects in almost any form they would like. Possible topics to address include home fires, waste reduction, personal health, food security, and biodiversity. Project Paradigm is the organization that has hosted the contest since 2015. It started with the belief that the youth have a natural ability for innovation. Since then, the Paradigm Challenge has supported participants whose creative projects encourage global change. The top 100 entries win between $200 and $100,000 per team, in addition to an all-expenses-paid trip to attend the award ceremony in Los Angeles, California. If you are passionate about creating a project to help tackle global challenges, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Student Excellence in Archaeology Scholarship provides supplemental financial assistance to historically underserved students. Graduating high school seniors, undergraduates, or graduates seeking a degree in archaeology are welcome to apply. If this sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you an aspiring filmmaker with an interest in American politics? If so, consider applying for the StudentCam scholarship! The StudentCam Scholarship is open to students in grades 6-12 who create a short 5-6 minute video documentary on a topic that relates to the year’s competition theme. The 2027 Competition Theme is: “Mr. Speaker, I Rise To…” Each year, the scholarship awards cash prizes totaling $100,000 to the top 150 student documentaries. If you’re a middle or high school student passionate about filmmaking and American Politics, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

If you are an undergraduate or graduate school student who is interested in “Right to Work” principles and how it applies to education, the Applegate-Jackson-Parks Future Teacher Scholarship might be perfect for you! Funded by the National Institute of Labor Relations Research, the Applegate-Jackson-Parks Future Teacher Scholarship was created to honor three Michigan public school teachers who were fired for no other reason than refusing to pay union dues. Each year, one $1,000 scholarship is awarded to the education student who best exemplifies the dedication to principle and high professional standards of those three Michigan teachers (Carol Applegate, Kay Jackson, and Dr. Anne Parks).  If you have an independent spirit and want to be proactive about funding your own education, we encourage you to apply to the Applegate-Jackson-Parks Future Teacher Scholarship!Show Less

The KHREF Essay Contest is an amazing opportunity for high school students, from any country in the world, who have a passion for writing and international studies/relations. Each year, the contest awards impressive prizes of $5000, $2500, and $1250 to the high school applicants who submit the best essays answering the international studies/conflict-related prompt. Bear in mind that essays must be written in English, be a maximum of 2,500 words, and students' arguments must be supported by scholarly research. If you're a high school student with an interest in international studies and conflict, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a community college student looking to transfer to a four-year college or university? You might consider applying for the Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholarship! This scholarship is open to high-achieving community college students seeking financial support to earn their bachelor’s degree. The scholarship is funded by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting promising students who have financial need. Since 2000, the foundation has awarded more than $222 million in scholarships. The Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Scholarship typically accepts applications from early October through early January of each year. To see if you qualify, check out the eligibility section below!Show Less

Are you a current or incoming postsecondary student pursuing a STEM degree? If so, consider applying for the SMART Scholarship Program! The scholarship is open to high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students who are/will be studying one of SMART's ~24 approved STEM disciplines. The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship Program is funded by the Department of Defense (DoD) and offers STEM students educational and workforce opportunities. Their mission is to “inspire, cultivate, and develop” STEM students to develop their future careers. In addition to having their full tuition expenses paid and the opportunity to partake in research internships, recipients are awarded a stipend worth between $30,000 and $46,000 a year. However, bear in mind that winners must also commit to post-graduation employment with the Department of Defense. If you are passionate about a career in STEM and are looking for a way to fund your education, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Gwendolyn S. Cruzat MLA Scholarship, named in honor of a "global leader in the library profession at large," recognizes outstanding master's students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship and potential for success in health sciences librarianship. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled in an ALA-accredited graduate library school or have completed no more than half of the academic requirements of their program by March. Then, to apply, they must submit a transcript as well as a copy of their library school’s catalog or web page, which states the number of credits needed for a degree. This prestigious $2,500 award is presented annually at the MLA conference, where the recipient will also receive a one-year student membership to MLA and free, inclusive student registration. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to advance your career in health sciences librarianship!Show Less

The Medical Library Association (MLA) is proud to offer the Beverly Murphy MLA Scholarship for Underrepresented Students, named in honor of the first Black President of the MLA, to recognize a student of color who demonstrates exceptional scholarship and potential in health sciences librarianship. To be eligible, applicants must belong to an underrepresented ethnic or racial group and be entering a master's program at an American Library Association-accredited graduate library school or have completed no more than half of the academic requirements. Some eligible ethnic groups include Black/African-American, Latinx, Asian, Aboriginal, North American Indian or Alaskan Native, or Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander. To apply, students must submit a transcript as well as a copy of their library school’s catalog or web page, which states the number of credits needed for a degree. The recipient will be announced at the MLA's annual conference and will receive a one-year MLA student membership and free inclusive student registration, in addition to up to $2,500 to go toward their post-secondary education. If you're eligible, apply to take advantage of this incredible opportunity!Show Less

The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships - Master's (CGS M) program is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate a high standard of achievement in undergraduate and early graduate studies. The CGS M program provides financial support to eligible master's or, in some cases, doctoral students in Canada. This support allows these scholars to fully concentrate on their studies in their chosen fields. To apply to the CGS M program, you must complete and submit an application to up to three institutions using the Research Portal. We recommend consulting the Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master’s program: Instructions for completing an application for more information on how to apply. If you're a Canadian resident and graduate student passionate about research, keep on reading and check out the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada's website to learn more.Show Less

Do you believe in the importance of safe driving? If so, consider applying for the Driver Education Initiative Award! The scholarship is open to current college students and college-bound high school students. Funded by the National Driving and Traffic School, the scholarship looks to promote safe driving with its “In The Driver’s Seat” essay contest. The scholarship is hosted by DmvEdu.org, a website offering state and court-approved online courses for driver's education and traffic school. The scholarship is triannual, with three scholarship cycles each year. The cycles typically run from January to March, May to August, and September to November, of each year. For each cycle, two recipients receive $500 to help them pay for their education costs. If you believe you can write the best essay on why safe driving is important, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The UPS Scholarship for Minority Students is awarded to minority ISE (Industrial and Systems Engineering) undergraduate students. Applicants must also be attending a university in North America, be IISE members, and have a minimum 3.4 GPA. To be considered, students must be nominated by November 15th and must submit a completed application by February 1st. Qualified nominees will submit an application package that includes: submission forms, transcripts (may be unofficial), three letters of recommendation, and more. In addition to a $4,000 monetary award, the two selected winners will receive free registration to the IISE Annual Conference, an Honors & Awards Banquet ticket, and a travel & accommodations stipend of up to $650. If you’re an IISE member passionate about Industrial & Systems Engineering, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The UPS Scholarship for Female Students is awarded to a female ISE (Industrial and Systems Engineering) undergraduate student. Applicants must also be attending a university in North America, be IISE members, and have a minimum 3.4 GPA. To be considered, students must be nominated by November 15th and must submit a completed application by February 1st. Qualified nominees will submit an application package that includes: submission forms, transcripts (may be unofficial), three letters of recommendation, and more. In addition to a $4,000 monetary award, the two selected winners will receive free registration to the IISE Annual Conference, an Honors & Awards Banquet ticket, and a travel & accommodations stipend of up to $650. If you’re an IISE member passionate about Industrial & Systems Engineering, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a woman in an undergraduate or vocational program who is the primary provider for yourself and your dependents? If so, consider applying for the Live Your Dream Award! The scholarship is open to college women who provide primary financial support for themselves and their dependents. To be eligible, applicants must also reside in one of Soroptimist International of the Americas’ member countries/territories (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, Guam, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela). There are three award levels that applicants are eligible to win: Club-Level ($1,000), Region Level ($3,000 - $5,000), and International finalists ($10,000 - $16,000). These funds will go towards applicants' postsecondary educational costs. If you are a woman (and mom) on the road to earning your degree and are looking for help to get there, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The TD Scholarship for Community Leadership program recognizes Canadian citizens who are in their final year of high school or final year of CEGEP (Quebec). Students demonstrating community leadership and a desire to make the world a better place are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The Harriet and Leon Pomerance Fellowship supports an individual project of a scholarly nature, related to Aegean Bronze Age Archaeology, that is to be conducted between July 1 of the award year and the following June 30. Preference will be given to candidates whose projects require travel to the Mediterranean. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. or Canadian citizens who are actively pursuing an advanced degree at a North American College or University and have been AIA members (Graduate or Professional level) in good standing. If you're passionate about Aegean Bronze Age Archaeology, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Archaeology of Portugal Fellowship can be used by awarded to archaeologists and archaeology graduate students to support research and study either in Portugal or the United States. Non-Portuguese applicants may conduct research related to the archaeology of Portugal, including the Autonomous Regions of the Azores and Madeira. Portuguese applicants, however, can use the fellowship to support research and study in the US in any archaeological region and topic of their choosing. To be eligible, applicants from the United States or any country other than Portugal must be AIA members at the graduate or professional level. Applicants from Portugal, however, may apply without an active AIA membership but will be required to become a member if selected to receive the Fellowship. Further, Portuguese graduate students wishing to study in the United States must be enrolled in or have been accepted to an accredited US university or college, and must provide evidence that they have been authorized to travel to and study in the US. If you have a passion for archaeology and wish to study abroad, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Post PhD Research Grant offers up to $25,000 to qualified Ph.D. holders and soon-to-be-graduates of any nationality or institutional affiliation who are conducting "vibrant and significant anthropological work that furthers our understanding of what it means to be human." The Foundation particularly welcomes proposals that integrate two or more subfields and pioneer new approaches and ideas. To apply, interested individuals must submit an abstract for their project, the answers to six (6) questions about their project, detailed budgets, and a bibliography for their project. Bear in mind that application deadlines are May 1 (for project start dates between January 1 and June 30 of the following year) and November 1 (for project start dates between July 1 and December 31 of the following year). If you have a Ph.D. or soon will and are looking for help funding your anthropology-related research, don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

The Wenner-Gren Dissertation Fieldwork Grants annually offers up to $25,000 to doctoral students looking for help funding anthropological research projects. Applicants should be conducting “vibrant and significant anthropological work that furthers our understanding of what it means to be human.” To apply, interested individuals must submit an abstract for their project, the answers to six (6) questions about their project, detailed budgets, and a bibliography for their project. Bear in mind that application deadlines are May 1 (for project start dates between January 1 and June 30 of the following year) and November 1 (for project start dates between July 1 and December 31 of the following year). If you're a doctoral student looking for help funding your anthropology-related research, don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

The Persons Case Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for those studying in the arts, humanities, and social sciences fields to advance gender equality. This scholarship is open to women, men, and gender-diverse individuals who are Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, or Protected Persons who are residents of or currently residing in Alberta. Undergraduate applicants must be registered (full or part-time) students in an approved Alberta post-secondary institution, while graduate applicants must be Alberta residents who are registered (full or part-time) in a graduate program in Alberta or elsewhere. Indigenous students, racialized students and students living with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Forty students will be selected to receive a $2,500 scholarship to support their studies. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference in your field!Show Less

Are you a high school or college student with an interest in film or video creation? Further, do you want to put these skills to the test for the chance to win a scholarship? If so, the $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, IvyPanda's $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship awards $1,000 and $500, respectively, to the first- and second-place winners from any country who make and submit a short, creative video on one of a few available topics. Applicants' videos must be between 60 and 90 seconds long and be related to one of the year's topics. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Keyera Energy-Peter J. Renton Memorial Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for Alberta residents and high school graduates who are pursuing a degree or diploma in fields related to the oil and gas industry. This includes (but is not limited to) business, communications, sciences, engineering, technical programs, and information technology. To be eligible, applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, reside in Alberta, and have themselves (or have a spouse or parent who has) maintained permanent residence in Canada for at least twelve (12) consecutive months immediately prior to commencing post-secondary studies. Applicants must also be undergraduate underclassmen and be enrolled full-time in a publicly funded post-secondary institution in Alberta. If you're eligible, take advantage of this incredible chance to further your education and career goals!Show Less