ALLSAINTS NEWSLETTER

There are a few students who have not yet written their Grade 10/11 Numeracy Assessment. If you are one of these students in Grade 12, please see Mr. Poelzer in the Main Office to ensure you are registered to write the next sitting on January 20 and 21, 2025. Without it, you cannot graduate!

If you have discussed and considered graduating early (January 2025), please ensure you have completed all the paperwork necessary and speak with your counsellor to ensure you have met ALL graduation requirements (and any post-secondary institution admission requirements) BEFORE January 29th!

If you need grad photo retakes, or have not yet had grad photos taken, follow this link: Grad Photo Booking. They will be held on February 5th and 6th. Appointments are first-come-first-serve and will be held in Room 117 (inside the cafeteria).

All grads must have their photo taken to be included in the yearbook, on the grad composite that hangs in the hallway, and on the grad slideshow that plays during Commencement.

**Students who have not yet had their grad photos taken, there is a $30 sitting fee that is given to the photographer at your appointment.

**For RETAKES, there will be NO CHARGE IF you return your original proofs at the time of your retake appointment. IF you choose to keep your original grad photo proofs instead, there will be a $10 charge.

PLEASE read the Right Photography grad photo brochure carefully prior to the appointment. ---> Grad Brochure NorKam 2025.pdf

These can be submitted to the office now. Come by with a paper copy and we will scan it, or email it as a JPEG to norkam-sec-office@sd73.bc.ca
Please make the subject line: BABY PHOTO (STUDENTS NAME). Baby photos are used for the slideshow during commencements.

If you haven't already picked them up, grad hoodies and grad photo proofs are now in the office. Please come during break, lunch or afterschool for pick up.

As we kick off the new year, there are two upcoming TRU Virtual Information Sessions that will be of interest for your students and their parents/guardians:

• Inclusive Education & Supports

January 21, 2025 4:30 PM (pst) Register

• Application 101: Scholarships and Awards Virtual Information Session

January 23, 2025 4:30 PM (pst) Register

Are you curious about how much it's all going to cost? Click here to get an estimate.

Offers of Admission

Some students should be receiving offers of admission. With the exception of a few selective admission programs, decisions will now be made every two weeks. Decisions for selective admission programs will happen after the application deadline (see below).

Application Deadlines

Most programs at TRU accept applications until the program is filled. A few selective admission programs have an application deadline:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing - January 31, 2025
• Respiratory Therapy Diploma - February 1, 2025
• Veterinary Technology Diploma - February 1, 2025

tru.ca/apply

Scholarships below are listed by order of deadlines. Please look through all of them to see which ones you may qualify for, then apply!

As there are several post-secondary institutions to list, please look at the specific post-secondary institution(s) you are wishing to attend for the deadlines of their different scholarships, awards ad bursaries. You will need to have submitted an application to attend the institution in order to be considered for the financial award.

Join us to discover tips and tricks you need for your application. Topics covered are:

• why you should apply
• what you should apply for
• how to apply
• how to write a strong essay (the do's and don'ts!)
• review of a scholarship winner

Interested?? Register here.

WHEN? Thursday, January 23rd, 2025 at 4.30 PM

WHERE? via Zoom

The energy industry has always lived with one foot in the present and the other in the future. With many major projects—power plants, dams, pipelines—having development times measured in decades, success depends upon anticipating the needs of companies and countries in the years ahead.

We look forward to seeing what the next great minds bring to this ever-transforming industry, and want to do our part in assisting those great minds achieve their goals and dreams. This is why Energy Rates is offering a $500 scholarship to any American or Canadian student enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution. Whether you need to pay for your classes or textbooks, or just to put food on the table this semester, it’s yours to do with as you please. All you have to do to be considered for the scholarship is write an essay, no more than 500 words in length, telling us where you see the future of the energy industry.

Notes:

• The scholarship funds must be used for some education-related expense, such as tuition, books, school fees, room and board, etc.
• The winner of the scholarship grants EnergyRates.Ca non-exclusive publication rights to their essay, so that we can feature their winning essay on our scholarship site.
• EnergyRates.Ca reserves the right to select a panel of judges and scoring methodology at its own discretion.

SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY PROMPT:

You can talk about anything you want -- green energy, oil politics, the continued use of nuclear power, your personal ideas and innovations - so long as it's about energy in the world of tomorrow. What do YOU think people will be reading about in the news in a few years?

TECHNICAL DETAILS:

• The deadline for entry submission is January 31, 2025 before 10:59 PM (PST)
• Essays must be submitted in one of the following document formats: Microsoft Word (DOC, DOCX), Rich Text File (RTF), or Adobe Acrobat (PDF).
• Please use standard, easily read font such as Times New Roman, Arial, Calibri, etc.
• To submit your entry, please use the submission form below. All fields must be filled in - name, email address, and current address. Do NOT forget to attach your essay to your submission.

Are you a good writer?

Showcase your ideas on public policy and the role of markets by entering our essay competition Winning essays may be published in Fraser Institute journals and authors will have the opportunity to experience the peer review process.

First prize: $1,500

Second prize: $1,000

Third prize: $500

Applications open: January 24, 2025

Since 1996, Indspire has provided over $217 million in financial support through more than 66,000 bursaries, scholarships and awards to First Nations, Inuit and Métis students.

Successful futures are created through hard work, creativity, and perseverance. Each one of us has a unique potential to achieve, and for First Nation, Inuit, and Métis students, Indspire is here to help make that happen. Indspire provides hundreds of scholarships, bursaries and awards to thousands of Indigenous students every year!

Can be used for full and part time studies in college, university, skilled trades, apprenticeships, and technology programs.

There is one application for all of Indspire’s bursaries and scholarships (with a few exceptions that you’ll see below). You only need to complete the application once to be considered for all applicable bursaries and scholarships. September 2024 to August 2025 academic year.

APPLY NOW!!!

DEADLINE: February 1, 2025

Children's Aid Foundation of Canada is our country's leading charity dedicated to improving the lives of children and youth growing up in the child welfare system. Together with our community of dedicated donors and supporters, we are helping them move from surviving to thriving, and empowering them to break the cycle of abuse and neglect they were born into through no fault of their own.

Scholarships are awarded once a year through a competitive process and decisions are made by the Children's Aid Foundation of Canada Scholarship Award Committee.

WHAT THEY'RE LOOKING FOR

• Have been or will be in the temporary or permanent care of the Ministry or Department responsible for child protection services up until your age of majority birthday or had been in permanent care of the Ministry or Department responsible for child protections services for at least 12 months.
• Are under 26 years of age at the start of their current school program
• Be registered at an accredited post-secondary institution as a full-time student, or have full time status granted through an academic accommodation, for a full year starting in September or January.

Applications open: December 11, 2024 until February 3, 2025. For more information, click here.

The Credit Union Foundation of BC was established by BC credit unions in 1958 to support our members in their journey through post-secondary education. In this co-operative spirit, credit unions have helped thousands of members pursue their dreams and in turn build stronger and more vibrant communities.

The CUFBC has three application periods each year:

• Winter: January 1 – February 15
• Spring: May 1 – June 15
• Fall: September 1 – October 15

Applications for the 2025 Winter bursary period will be accepted between January 1 and February 15. Please note: any applications submitted outside of these dates will be invalid and removed from consideration.

Application form can be found here.

Eligibility criteria:

Applicants who do not meet the following criteria are not eligible for a bursary.

• All applicants must have a demonstrated financial need.
• Proof of enrolment, tuition payment and transcripts are required.
• A recent letter of reference from a credit union, coach or other individual that speaks to your community involvement and shared credit union values is required.
• Applicants must be BC residents who are Canadian Citizens, a permanent resident of Canada or designated as a protected person.
• Applicants must be in attendance at a public Canadian post-secondary school when the application is submitted.
• Applicants attending accredited private schools will only be considered if the program is not offered at a public school. Applicants must provide a statement as to why they are not attending a public school and provide a receipt for tuition.
• Programs of study may be academic, vocational, technical or technological.
• Graduate and post graduate students are not eligible.

Award Process:

• Applications will be reviewed via awards committee, taking into consideration financial need, the length of the program, the year of study, efforts to minimize costs, personal statement of special circumstances, grades, etc. All decisions are final.
• Bursaries are disbursed during the course of the program. The CUFBC will send funding by Interac e-transfer to the email address on file. Students will be notified as to when they can expect to receive their funding.
• Recipients may be eligible for up to two awards per year.

As required by Revenue Canada, a T4A will be issued the following spring for income tax purposes. It is the responsibility of the recipient to advise us of any address changes.

For more inspiration: go to CU_Bursary_Student_Final.mp4

The BC General Employees' Union is offering scholarships for studies undertaken by BCGEU members, staff and their families. Awards are available for both full-time and part-time students, with award of $2,500 for full-time students and $2,500 for part-time students.

Eligibility Requirements:

• A BCGEU member in good standing, immediate relative of current, retired or deceased BCGEU member and staff. Eligible relatives include spouses, parents, children or grandchildren (including foster, adopted, step children and step grandchildren).
• Must be enrolled, registered or planning to attend an eligible educational institution in the year the scholarship is to be awarded.
• Eligible education institutions must be designated by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). A list can be found here.

DEADLINE: February 17, 2025 at midnight.

Apply for a BCGEU Scholarship online here
Apply for a BCGEU Indigenous Scholarship here

With over $500,000 in scholarships and awards offered annually to new students, you have a unique opportunity to ease the financial burden of your education, be rewarded for your accomplishments, and gain access to other great benefits. Scholarships offer more than just funding—they provide recognition, networking opportunities, and the chance to focus more on your studies. Plus, winning an award boosts your confidence! While the application process can feel daunting, remember that each step brings you closer to realizing your goals. Many students before you have successfully secured these entrance scholarships and awards—why not you?

To Apply
All applications are submitted through myTRU.
myTRU

For scholarships and awards, submit only two references emailed separately as PDF to entrance@tru.ca by the deadline. We strongly suggest using the fillable PDF form below, which will provide us with the best information for adjudication. Handwritten reference letters will not be accepted. References may be emailed either directly from the referee or from the applicant.

Reference Form

All scholarships and awards are applied for through a single general application, and applicants are automatically considered for all possible scholarships and awards. All scholarship applications must be received and submitted within myTRU by the deadline (applications received after March 1 are only considered for awards). Bursary applications are opened by request, see below for more information and deadlines.

All successful scholarship applicants will be notified via email by April 15 at the latest. Only those with scholarship offers will be contacted directly. The status of your application can be viewed in your myTRU student portal at any time.

All successful award applicants will be notified via email by May 15 at the latest. Only those with award offers will be contacted directly. The status of your application can be viewed in your myTRU student portal at any time.

Writing your Essay

All scholarship and award applications require an essay submission except for the President’s Entrance Scholarship. (Applications missing an essay or references will still be considered for President's Entrance.)

We strongly recommend writing your essay in Notepad or in a .txt document format (not MS Word) and adding it to your application through myTRU. Paste the finished essay into the application essay question section and review the pasted results before submitting the application to ensure correct punctuation, formatting, and that all your essay has been included.

Describe and elaborate on any areas of past leadership, service, and accomplishments such as positions or roles in student government, community and religious organizations, sports and athletics, music and art, clubs, and travel. Where applicable, explain how your development of grit in overcoming obstacles has helped you achieve your goals, and how your interactions with others in these activities are in alignment with TRU’s values of:

• inclusivity and openness
• community-minded interconnectivity
• a curiosity that embraces new ideas and risks change
• a sustainable approach to living

For more on TRU’s values and vision visit tru.ca/envision.

We are looking for both accomplishment and/or altruism. Please describe the nature and duration of each involvement. You do not need to explain or define familiar ongoing programs such as LINK and Leadership class other than noting your level of involvement.

Essays should be in the range of one to two pages (600 – 1200 words).

For helpful resources and tips for writing your essay, visit the Writing Centre's Resources page (under the "Undergraduate" tab).

For a listing of all of TRU's Undergraduate Entrance Scholarships, Entrance Awards, Entrance Bursaries, go to this link.

Open to Grade 11 or Grade 12 students. Please read the information carefully to determine your eligibility. You will only need to apply once and your application will be directed to the appropriate scholarship.

DEADLINE: JUNE 15, 2025

Each scholarship has different eligibility requirements so please read carefully.

ONLY eligible for Certificate and Diploma programs, NOT Degrees.

1. ScholarTree - create an account and the answers you provide are used as keywords; whenever those keywords show up in a scholarship's description, ScholarTree will send you information about the scholarship.
2. Scholarships Canada - has a large, searchable database of awards and scholarships.
3. Student Scholarships - another source for awards and scholarships.
4. BC Interior Community Foundation (Student Awards) - dedicated to supporting post-secondary education in our communities.
5. BC Ministry of Education and Child Care - has information on scholarships, bursaries and loans.

1. Indigenous Bursaries Search Tool - for all of Canada.
2. Metis Nation Post-Secondary Education Strategy - financial assistance to support Metis Nation students pursuing post-secondary education.
3. Inuit Post-Secondary Education Strategy - financial assistance to support Inuit students pursuing post-secondary education.
4. Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) - provides funding for First Nation students who are registered Status Indians, are affiliated with a BC band OR are on the BC General List AND do not have band memberships and therefore, ineligible to apply for funding through their band. Must have resided in BC for a minimum of 12 consecutive months.
5. NWAC Indigenous Skills and Employment Training - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The NWAC ISET program helps Indigenous women and gender-diverse individuals fully participate in economic opportunities. If qualified, financials supports such as tuition, living allowance, childcare, job starts, and other resources to help Indigenous women and gender-diverse people reach their employment and skills training goals.
6. Indspire: Bursaries and Scholarship Awards - Deadlines are August 1, November 1, February 1 at 8:59 PST. There is one application for all of Indspire's bursaries and scholarship (with a few exceptions) to be considered for all applicable bursaries and scholarships.

• Always ASK for permission to use someone as a reference first.
• Never assume or put down someone’s name without checking first.

Think carefully about who you are asking:

• Have they known you for a long time?
• Are they someone who you have interacted with positively? Can they speak highly of you?
• If your scholarship is in a certain subject area, can you ask someone who has known you in that class/subject/environment?
• DOES your SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRE SOMEONE in a SPECIFIC ROLE?

• You should always allow at least 2 WEEKS for your reference to write you a strong reference letter.
• MAKE IT AS EASY AS POSSIBLE FOR YOUR REFERENCE!
• Provide your reference with as many details as possible about your academic achievements, extra-curricular activities, leadership, and volunteer opportunities.

Fill out the NorKam Student Profile directly below and share it with your referee.

• Read the instructions carefully on each scholarship application!!!
• Is there a length requirement?
• Specified format? (i.e. double-spaced with a digital signature.)
• *If there is specific criteria – LET YOUR REFEREE know!* (It is not your referee’s job to look up your scholarship criteria.) What does the scholarship committee you are applying to need to know about you in order for you to be selected successfully?

• Confirm if you need to send an online PDF reference letter or a hard copy letter inside an envelope. Ensure that signatures are: electronic (not typed in a "handwritten font") or actual. Your letter will require a signature!!!!

AND

• Remember to say “thank you” and update your reference if you are successful.

Are you asking someone to write you a reference letter?

Open the link below, download the document onto your computer and save it on your desktop (or documents). Fill it out, save it and send it to your referee with information about the scholarship and why you are applying. This document will aid your referee in knowing more about you rather than just "as a student" (as that is already evident from your transcript); this will allow them to write about you as a person.

You can update your profile as the years progress for your future resumes because you've downloaded it onto your personal computer; it's very difficult to fill it out on a phone.

Download and save: NorKam Student Profile