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Sun West students are always very successful in earning scholarships and awards. In 2024 and 2023, three Sun West students received prestigious Chancellor's Scholarships, which cover the full cost of four years of university. (Left to right) Dustin Moore of Rosetown Central High School and Farrah Low of Davidson School received Chancellor's Scholarships from the University of Regina and Jill Dobbin of Kindersley Composite School received the Chancellor's Scholarship from Carleton University in Ottawa.
Below are links to websites that provide information on a variety of scholarships and awards and/or tools to locate scholarships and awards. Some of these may require students to set up an account before accessing their resources.
Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship
Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Industry Scholarship
Gabriel Dumont Institute (for Métis students)
CWB Welding Foundations Awards
RBC Future Launch Scholarships
RBC Scholarships for Indigenous Youth
Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarships
Canada Student Grants and Loans. Contact studentservices@gov.sk.ca or call 1-800-597-8278 for more information. Saskatchewan residents will want to review Student Aide info on the Saskatchewan Section.
Education Planning and Student Aid site offers useful tools for students and parents to access info regarding planning for studies, savings, budgeting, etc.
Relevance Magazine is available as a digital download. On page 20 you will find many scholarships. Links to these scholarships are available (and clickable) for easy access.
August 31 - December 31
Online application
Saskatchewan Hockey Association Scholarship
Due August 31 annually
$1000
Must have been a member of the SHA for at least three years and planning to attend school in Saskatchewan.
Due by September 15
$5000
Open to emerging creative talent planning to enter the advertising industry. Must submit a creative portfolio.
Dr. Stewart Holmes Health Care Scholarship
Due by September 15
Students from the Dr. Holmes' practicing area may apply (including Brock, Eatonia, Eston, Elrose, Kindersley, and Kyle).
Must be accepted into a full time health care field at a university or technical institution to be eligible to apply
Due by September 20
Awards between $10,000 and $25,000
For students pursuing technology related careers and attending the following institutions: Polytechnique Montréal, Toronto Metropolitan University, University of British Columbia, University of Calgary, University of New Brunswick, and the University of Waterloo.
Due by September 30
SGI offers a number of scholarships and awards for students who are pursuing careers in a number of fields and coming from various backgrounds.
United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) of Canada
Due October 1
Eighteen awards of $1000 each.
For children of UFCW members.
Canadian Western Agribition Scholarship
Due October 1
$2500
For student who participated in the Canadian Western Agribition.
Due October 7
$2000
Candidates submit essay about money management.
Due October 11
Over four years, maximum available is $100,000
Selection criteria includes service and leadership, strong moral character, and academic excellence.
CO-OP Agro Excellence in Agriculture
Due October 15
Between $2000-4000 a year for a maximum of four years and $16,000
For students majoring in Agriculture in a postsecondary institution.
Brandon Langhjelm Memorial Essay Contest
Due November 15
$2000 (first), $1000 (second), $500 (third)
Candidates write essays on controversial or difficult issues.
TD Scholarships for Community Leaders
Due November 15
Twenty awards valued to a maximum of $70,000
Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to making a difference in their communities.
Indspire Building Brighter Futures
Due November 1, February 1 and August 1
Numerous awards of different values
For Indigenous students in a number of fields.
Different awards with various deadlines
As many as 750 awards valued for as much as $7500
For students pursuing education in trades, science or of Indigenous ancestry living in communities near TC Energy businesses.
Due January 17
Two $1500 awards
Must have a farming background and have parents who own or rent land in a Saskatchewan Rural Municipality. Essay required.
January 29
$120,000
For students pursuing STEM subject areas at eligible post-secondary institutions (including the University of Saskatchewan).
January 31
Two $3000 awards
Essay explaining career plan and obstacles individual has overcome in pursuit of their goals.
Due January 31
Two $3000 awards
For students pursuing careers in Occupational Health and Safety
January 31
$1000
Essay on energy related topic required.
February 1
$1000 (several offered)
Based on school/community involvement and financial need.
Between February 1 and April 30
Two in three age ranges between $200 and $1000
Future of Water Scholarship from SaskWater
February 28
Two awards of up to $1000 a month
Must be entering Civil Engineering Tech at SaskPolytechnic.
Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Scholarship
March 1
One $6000 award and three $3000 awards
Must be entering Agriculture field of study and provide a video or essay
March 9
Sixteen Awards across Western Canada of $1000 each
Write an essay that demonstrates leadership, volunteerism, communications skills, and contributions to community.
Queen's Diamond Jubilee Scholarship
March 15
Six $1000 awards
Financial need
Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship
March 15
Twenty $500 awards
To help Grade 11 students living in vulnerable circumstances complete their Grade12
March 17
Twenty $1000 awards
Volunteerism, Grades and Community Contributions
WorkSafe Saskatchewan Youth Video Contest
March
Prizes between $500 and $1000
Create a two-minute video about workplace safety and injury prevention.
March
Seven $3000 awards
Pursuing career in computer science, engineering, accounting, business.
SWNA Junior Citizen of the Year
March 31
Four $3000 awards
Dedication to community, positive lifestyle, overcome life's challenges and inspires others.
April 20
$1000
Career in Agrology, Agriculture, Bio-resources, Food and the Environment.
April 30
Range of awards between $250 and $1000
For ringette players, coaches, and officials.
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