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Award
An award is a general term used to mean any presentation made to a student.
Governor General’s Medal
The Governor General’s Medals are awarded to the students with the highest academic standing graduating each year in the Technology, Bachelor’s (B.Sc.(Agr.) and B.Tech), and Master’s programs.
Scholarship
A scholarship is an award to a student based primarily on academic performance, although other criteria may be considered based on the donors’ requirements.
Bursary
A bursary is a monetary award to a student where the primary criterion is not academic performance.
Prize/Gift
A prize or gift is an award given to a student based on the selection of the donor.
International Student
For scholarship purposes, all students paying the International tuition differential are eligible for scholarships for International students.
Note: Where the selection criteria are not specified in the descriptions of the various scholarships, bursaries, and prizes that follow, the above guidelines apply.
Selection of scholarship and bursary winners is primarily based on the work of the previous year with consideration also given to the cumulative average of the work done at NSAC. Generally students must be enrolled on a full-time basis in a program of study to be considered for scholarship and bursary selection; preference will usually be given to students completing 8 courses per year with no fewer than 3 courses per semester.Scholarship selections are made by NSAC, the NSAC Scholarship Committee, or Donors or their Administrators.
Publicity Disclaimer: It is the policy of NSAC to publish the names, home town and photo and under some circumstances the addresses of recipients of scholarships, prizes, awards, and bursaries. Those students who do not wish this information published must notify the Awards Office at the time of their acceptance of the award.
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The following guidelines determine year:
1st year 0–7 courses
2nd year 8–18 courses
3rd year 19–27 courses
4th year 28+ courses
Graduate A student in a M.Sc. program
To Receive Application Forms
Application forms for most of the awards offered through NSAC are available by visiting our website www.nsac.ca/awardsoffice.
Simply double-click on any title to print off a copy. If unable to do this, please contact the NSAC Awards Office (bcrouse@nsac.ca) to have forms sent out to you.
Staggered Application Deadlines
To help with the processing of applications received for the fall selection process, there is a staggered schedule of application deadlines. Please note application deadlines, which are indicated in the award descriptions.
Application Selection Process
When applying for scholarships, bursaries, or awards at NSAC please note that the selection review is not a quick process. In most cases applications are reviewed by the NSAC Scholarship Committee from mid-September to mid-October. The complete list of winners will be posted one week prior to the Scholarship Banquet. Awards won through the Scholarship Banquet selection process are credited to student accounts in January, unless special written requests are made. Students should budget accordingly.
Scholarship Renewal Criteria
- Renewable scholarships are renewed automatically at their initial value provided the student has maintained an average of 80% or greater (unless otherwise specified) for every year of study for which the scholarship was renewable. Renewable scholarships are renewed annually on a continuous basis, based on the work of the previous year; once they are forfeited they cannot be re-instated.
- Scholarships are renewed based on an 80% average for the full year of study (80% is not required in each semester). A year of study is normally defined as September 1 to August 31; students who do not follow the normal year of study will be considered by the Scholarship Committee on an individual basis.
- To be eligible for scholarship renewal, students must maintain registration in at least 80% of the number of courses for the normal course load per semester for both the previous and the current year.
- For scholarship purposes, averages are calculated to the nearest whole number (if an average falls exactly between two whole numbers, the average is rounded up).
The average is determined by all marks earned by the student in the previous year; non-credit courses (CHEM0050, MATH0050 and PHYS0050) are included in the calculation of the year’s average for degree students.
- To be eligible for scholarship renewal, a student may not have any failed courses (including Drop Fails).
- A student who does not satisfy all the above criteria due to medical or other extenuating circumstances may appeal in writing to the Awards Office.
Note: The above criteria generally apply to all renewable scholarships (e.g., NS Department of Agriculture scholarships, Harrison McCain Scholarships, NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students, Atlantic Scholars Awards, NS Power and Isgonish IODE bursaries).
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Students may appeal scholarship renewal decisions based on extenuating circumstances. Generally, reasons must be severe and must be documented. Other grounds may be considered at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee.
Appeals will generally be considered from students who have the following grounds for appeal:
- medically documented/supported personal illness or psychological/physical trauma
- documented/supported traumatic circumstances in immediate family such as death or serious illness.
Students must submit a letter in writing to the Chair of the Scholarship Committee requesting a review of a scholarship renewal decision. The letter should clearly demonstrate the extenuating circumstances. Documentation supporting any claims must also be included. All information contained in the letter will be kept confidential within the committee. Students will be informed of the committee’s decision by letter. All decisions of the committee are final.
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2011 |
Nova Scotia Agricultural College Entrance Scholarships at a Glance |
$ 38,000*
Atlantic Scholars Awards
($9,500 per year)
(Estimate of potential total value based on projected costs of a 4-year program) |
At least five renewable scholarships (full tuition and residence at shared-room rate) to top students from Atlantic Canada with minimum average of 85% on required courses.
Application deadline is March 11, 2011.
* Value of scholarships is dependent on number of courses taken and whether residence portion is accepted. Value given is based on 2010/2011 fees. |
$38,000*
President’s Scholarship
($9,500 per year)
(Estimate of potential total value based on projected costs of a 4-year program) |
At the discretion of the President’s Office and on the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee, the President’s Scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding applicant from outside Canada. The scholarship provides for the International tuition differential plus residence at the shared-room rate.
* Value of scholarships is dependent on number of courses taken and whether residence portion is accepted. Value given is based on 2010/2011 fees. |
$16,000
($4,000 per year)
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Three Harrison McCain Scholarships are awarded to Canadian students entering first year of any program with minimum 80% average. The primary consideration is given to financial need, recognized initiative in funding own education, and leadership qualities.
Application deadline is March 18, 2011. |
$ 8,104*
( $4,052 per year)
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Five scholarships valued at the shared-room rate of residence, each renewable for one year, will be awarded to outstanding applicants not selected for other major Entrance Scholarships.
No application is required.
* Value given is based on 2010/2011 fees. |
$2,500 |
Scholarships to all students admitted with averages in required courses of 90% or greater.
No application is required. |
$1,500 |
Scholarships to all students admitted with averages in required courses between 85% and 89%.
No application is required. |
$1,000 |
Scholarships to all students admitted with averages in required courses between 80% and 84%.
No application is required. |
$1,000 to $5,000 |
Scholarships to outstanding International students enrolling full-time in a program of study. See details under “Scholarships for International Students”. |
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Note: For scholarship purposes, averages are calculated to the nearest whole number. |
Other Scholarships Ranging in Value from $500 to $2,000
Both application–based and non-application–based scholarships, with various deadlines, are selected and awarded in the fall. See details on the various entrance scholarships on the following pages.
Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships to NSAC
All Canadian high school students with averages* of 80% or greater who are entering a program of full-time study in any undergraduate or technical program at NSAC will receive an entrance scholarship. Consideration is automatic; no application is required. Scholarships are awarded based on the high school averages of the courses required for admission.
- $2,500 Scholarships to all students admitted with averages of 90% or greater
- $1,500 Scholarships to all students admitted with averages between 85% and 89.4%
- $1,000 Scholarships to all students admitted with averages between 80% and 84.4%
Students receiving other Entrance Scholarships (Atlantic Scholars Awards, NSAC/CEC Entrance Scholarships, or National Level Garfield Weston Merit Scholarships) are not eligible for the above scholarships.
For the program to be considered full-time for scholarship consideration, students must maintain registration in at least 80% of the normal course load per semester.
Scholarships are tenable for one year and are awarded in two installments; to receive the second installment, full-time study must be maintained.
* For Entrance Scholarship purposes, averages are calculated to the nearest whole number (if an average falls exactly between two whole numbers, the average is rounded up). The determining average is based on either:
- the average of the courses required for admission to the respective program of study from first-term or final Grade 12 marks, or
- the average of the final marks of the courses required for admission from first semester Grade 12 and the final marks of the remaining required courses from Grade 11.
IB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
All students graduating with an IB Diploma will receive an Entrance Scholarship to attend NSAC.
Atlantic Scholars Award – IB
At least one renewable scholarship valued at $9,400 per year (providing full tuition and residence at shared-room rate) will be awarded to an outstanding student graduating with an IB Diploma. Applicants must have a predicted score of 36 and be entering a full-time program of study at NSAC to be eligible.
Renewable Entrance Scholarships – IB
- $10,000 total value ($2,500 per year) – renewable Entrance Scholarships will be awarded to IB Diploma candidates with an overall predicted score of 36 or higher. To be eligible for scholarship renewal, students must maintain an 80% average each year and an on-going registration in at least 80% of the normal course load for the program. Proof of graduation with an IB diploma will be required.
- $7,000 total value ($2,500 for first year, and renewed at $1,500 per year) – renewable Entrance Scholarships will be awarded to IB Diploma candidates with an overall predicted score of 33–35. To be eligible for scholarship renewal, students must maintain an 80% average each year and an on-going registration in at least 80% of the normal course load for the program. Proof of graduation with an IB diploma will be required.
Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships – IB
NSAC guarantees Entrance Scholarships to all students who graduate with IB diplomas. Students not qualifying for the above-noted awards will receive Entrance Scholarships for studies beginning in September on the following basis:
- $2,500 (non-renewable) –Entrance Scholarships of $2,500 will be awarded to IB Diploma graduates with predicted scores of 30–32.
- $1,500 (non-renewable) –Entrance Scholarships of $1,500 will be awarded to IB Diploma graduates with predicted scores of 28–29.
- $1,000 (non-renewable) –Entrance Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to IB Diploma graduates with predicted scores of 24–27.
Entrance scholarships valued at 50% of the above amounts are also available to students who begin their studies in January.
Offers of the above scholarships to IB students will be guaranteed based on predicted scores. Actual scholarship awards will be increased to the respective level if final IB scores move a student to a higher category than the predicted-score scholarship offer. For students whose final IB scores drop lower than the predicted score, the initial scholarship offer will be maintained. NSAC’s IB Scholarship Program is dedicated to students who graduate with IB diplomas. IB students who do not satisfy the requirements for the diploma will receive scholarships through the regular Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship Program.
Atlantic Scholars Awards
NSAC annually awards at least five renewable entrance scholarships to students entering a full-time program of study either directly from high school or with no advanced standing from other post-secondary study. Atlantic Scholars Awards will provide tuition (for the respective program of study) and residence costs (at shared-room rate, for as long as the recipient chooses to live in residence). The scholarship does not cover meals, books, and student fees. In order to qualify for the value of the shared-room portion of room and board fees, the recipient must reside in residence for the full academic year, each year the scholarship is held. Students entering either technical or degree programs at the university are eligible. Only those applicants who have achieved a minimum average of 85% on the courses required for admission shall be considered. Selection criteria include academic performance (on courses required for admission), geographic distribution (in most years at least one student from each of the Atlantic Provinces will be awarded a scholarship), extracurricular activity, and a recommendation from an official representative (e.g. Guidance Counsellor) of the high school or other previously attended post-secondary educational institution. The Atlantic Scholars Awards are tenable for a maximum of four years. To be eligible for scholarship renewal, students must maintain an annual average of 85%. See information on criteria for renewable scholarships in the Renewal Criteria section. Recipients of Atlantic Scholars Awards are not eligible to receive other guaranteed entrance scholarships. Recipients of renewed Atlantic Scholars Awards are also not eligible for internally selected In-Program scholarships. The Atlantic Scholars Awards are valued at approximately $9,500 for the first year and have a potential total value over four years of $38,000. The actual value is dependent on the number of courses taken and whether the residence portion is accepted. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than March 11, 2011.
Doug Bailey Memorial Bursary
Farmers Dairy awards a $2,000 bursary to a student in any year of any program at NSAC who is a family member of a Farmers Dairy shareholder or employee. The bursary is named in memory of Doug Bailey, a former President and CEO. Selection criteria include leadership, extracurricular and community activities, financial need, and a sound academic record. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Bible Hill Garden Club Bursary
The $300 Bible Hill Garden Club Bursary is awarded to an NSAC student from the Truro area. Preference is given to students in at least the second year of study in Horticulture, preferably a landscape program. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
Canard Conservation Undergraduate Scholarship
The $500 Canard Conservation Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to a first- or second-year B.Sc.(Agr.) student from Kings County, NS, who is planning course and/or project work related to the environment. Selection criteria include: academic performance, demonstrated interest in the environment, and career plans. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than May 13,
Randy Carey Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a student from the Annapolis Valley entering a degree/diploma program at NSAC who is interested in pursuing a career in agriculture. As a memorial to Randy Carey, who worked for Stirling Fruit Farms for much of his career, preference will be given to students with interests in the Horticulture industry. Selection criteria include farm background, career plans, and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by May 13.
Chicken Producers of Nova Scotia Bursary
The $1,000 Chicken Producers of Nova Scotia bursary is awarded to an NS student at NSAC who shows a demonstrated interest in pursuing the study of poultry. Preference will be given to applicants with a farming background. Students in all years of study are eligible. A student may not receive this scholarship more than once. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 20.
George & Lottie Cook Memorial Scholarship
The $500 George and Lottie Cook Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to an NS student enrolled in the first or second year of any program of study at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. No application is required.
Co-op Atlantic Agricultural Scholarships
Two scholarships are available to first-year students at NSAC who are Atlantic Canadian residents: one $1,000 scholarship to a technology program student and one $3,000 scholarship to a degree program student. Both scholarships are non-renewable, and are not based on financial need. To be eligible, an applicant must be a member or full-time employee of a member co-operative of Co-op Atlantic; or have a parent/guardian who is a member or employee of a member co-operative of Co-op Atlantic. Selection criteria include academic performance, extracurricular and community involvement, work experiences and the applicant’s exposure to or understanding of agricultural co-operatives. Applications, accompanied by a 500-word essay, must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by Sept 20.
Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick Scholarship
Dairy Farmers of NB offer a $750 scholarship to an NB resident who is enrolled in any year of an approved technician or technology diploma or certificate program relating to agriculture. For further information and application form, contact nbmilk@nbmilk.com or (506) 432-4330. Application deadline is June 15.
Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick Memorial Scholarship
Dairy Farmers of NB offer a $750 scholarship to an NB resident who is enrolled in the first year of a recognized post-secondary agricultural program. For further information and application form, contact nbmilk@nbmilk.com or (506) 432-4330. Application deadline is
June 15.
Dykeview Farms Ltd. Scholarship
Dykeview Farms Ltd. offers a $1,000 scholarship to NS students entering a program of study at NSAC. Preference will be given to students from Kings County (with additional preference to students from Northeast Kings Education Centre) planning to study in a program directly related to farming and production agriculture (e.g. Diploma in Business Management – Agriculture; or B.Sc.(Agr.) in Agricultural Business, Plant Science, or Integrated Environmental Management). Selection is based on financial need, community involvement, and academic performance. Application deadline is May 2.
Fall River Garden Club Bursary
The $250 Fall River Garden Club Bursary will be presented to a student entering a program of study relating to horticulture. Selection will be based on financial need and career plans. Preference will be given to students from the Fall River, Waverley, Wellington, Oakfield, Lakeview or Windsor Junction, NS, areas. Other NS students will be considered. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
T. Beverly Milligan Gale Memorial Bursary
The T. Beverly Milligan Gale Memorial Bursary was established in 2010 by Bev’s husband, Bob, in recognition of her spirit and love of the gardens at NSAC. This $1,000 award will go annually to an NSAC student who is enrolled in any year of study at NSAC who has shown an interest in horticulture, particularly landscape design and care. Preference will be given to mature students. Selection criteria will include career plans, academic performance, and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Hants County Exhibition Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship is sponsored by the Windsor Agricultural Society. Applicants must be residents of Hants County, NS, entering any year of any program at a recognized agricultural or veterinary college who have aspirations of working in the agricultural industry. Selection criteria include academic performance, extracurricular activities, part-time employment, and career plans. Application forms with copies of transcripts must be received by August 26 at: Windsor Agricultural Society, PO Box 368, Windsor, NS B0N 2T0.
Kings County Federation of Agriculture Bursary
The $500 Kings County Federation of Agriculture Bursary is awarded to a resident of Kings County, NS, entering the first year of full-time study at NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need, academic performance, and contribution to and participation in the agricultural industry of Kings County. The selection will be made by the donor. Applications are available from and must be received by June 1 at: Kings County Federation of Agriculture, PO Box 14, Kentville, NS B4N 3V9.
Kings Mutual Insurance Scholarship
In memory of Past Directors, the Kings Mutual Insurance Company awards three $1,000 scholarships to NS students, in any year of any program of study at NSAC. At least one of the scholarships annually will be available to a student in a technology program of study. Selection criteria include: financial need, academic performance, and demonstrated interest in a career in the Agri-food industry as reflected by summer employment and/or extracurricular involvement. This scholarship is not available to students receiving other scholarships totaling $1,000 or more. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
C. C. MacDougall Scholarship
This $250 scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Home Economics, or Veterinary Medicine. To be eligible, a student must have been a 4-H member from Kings County, NB, or have parents who raise or breed Guernseys anywhere in NB. The application form must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Bill Mathewson Memorial Bursary
In memory of Professor Emeritus Bill Mathewson, who taught Animal Science course work for twenty years at NSAC, a $1,000 bursary will be awarded annually to a student in any year of any program to assist in furthering their education through study/travel to another country. This bursary has been made available through generous contributions from students, NSAC colleagues, and friends and associates at church and within the agricultural industry, in particular the sheep breeders of Nova Scotia. In applying for consideration, students will submit a proposal to participate in such activities as a study semester abroad toward their NSAC degree/diploma, a specialized training course, an internship or a development project, or to attend a conference to make a presentation. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 14.
Harrison McCain Scholarship
Valued at $16,000 over four years, or $8,000 over two years for students entering two-year programs of study ($4,000 per year), the Harrison McCain Scholarships will be awarded to three students entering the first year of any program of study at NSAC. This scholarship is open to Canadian high school graduates who are maintaining an 80% average in their senior year of high school. Primary consideration will be given to financial need, leadership qualities, and a recognized initiative in funding their own education. The scholarship is renewed based on the recipient maintaining full-time study (at least four courses per semester) and carrying an academic average of 60% in year one, 70% in year two, and 75% in year three. The Harrison McCain Scholarship is tenable at NSAC for a maximum of four years of study and is not transferable. Applications are due at the NSAC Awards Office by March 18.
Donald McInnes Award
This $1,000 scholarship is sponsored by Pictou Mutual Insurance Company to commemorate the 40 years of service Donald McInnes provided on their Board of Directors. This award is open to all students at NSAC. Selection criteria include commitment to and involvement in the community and leadership provided in student activities, academic performance and financial need. A student may not be selected for this award more than once. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture Scholarships
To encourage local students to pursue careers in the Agri-products industry, the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture awards two $1,000 scholarships to Newfoundland and Labrador students (preferably one from the East Coast and one from the West Coast) entering studies at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. No application is required.
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Scholarships
The Newfoundland and Labrador government, through its Department of Education, awards three scholarships of $1,000 each to NL students entering a degree program at NSAC. Selection will be based on academic performance. No application is required.
NSAC Alumni Family Bursaries
Several $1,000 and $500 bursaries will be awarded annually to family members of NSAC Alumni studying at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. Students in any year of any program are eligible. Application deadline is September 20.
NSAC Bursaries
NSAC provides $1,000 bursaries to students in need of financial assistance. To be eligible students must be in good standing, must have spent at least one term of full-time study at NSAC, and must be registered on a full-time basis for both semesters of the academic year. Applications will be reviewed December 8.
NSAC Entrance Scholarships to Cobequid Educational Centre Students
The Nova Scotia Agricultural College Entrance Scholarship for students from the Cobequid Educational Centre will cover the full first-year tuition for the technical or degree program which the student has chosen. The first-year value of the scholarship is approximately $5,500 for degree students and $4,100 for technical students. Eligibility: The top three students graduating from CEC and entering the first year of study in any NSAC program* will be awarded the NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students. Selection will be based on the average from the required courses (minimum average of 80%) combined with the school’s final rankings. Renewability: The NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students will be renewed at the value of $1,500 per year. To be eligible for renewal the student must maintain an 80% average at NSAC and satisfy the criteria for scholarship renewal. Presentation: The NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students will be announced at CEC’s graduation and will be formally presented at NSAC’s Scholarship Banquet in October.
* In the case where one of the top three students from the Cobequid Educational Centre entering studies at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College receives an Atlantic Scholars Award, that student would not be eligible to receive the NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students. The scholarship would then be awarded to the student with the next highest average coming from the Cobequid Educational Centre. Recipients of NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC students are not eligible to receive another guaranteed entrance scholarship.
NSAC Scholarships for International Students (including US Students)
Scholarships from $1,000 to $5,000 will be awarded to selected International students enrolled for the full year in a program of study at NSAC. All students paying the International tuition differential are eligible for consideration. The awards are merit-based and normally require registration in 80% of the normal course load for the program of study in both the previous and current years of study.
Entrance scholarships will be awarded to outstanding applicants who have a minimum of 80% or equivalent average on the courses required for admission. The number and value of awards will be dependent on the number of International students eligible for consideration. No application is required.
Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture 100th Anniversary Scholarship
In recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture in 1995, a $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an NS student with a farm background who has a solid academic record and financial need. Students studying in any year of any program who have not qualified for other significant awards are eligible. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. University Scholarship
The $1,500 Nova Scotia Power Inc. university entrance scholarship is awarded to an NS student entering on a full-time basis the first year of an undergraduate degree program at NSAC. The scholarship is tenable for up to four years (renewed by maintaining an 80% average in the previous year; other criteria may be considered for renewal). Selection criteria include academic performance and demonstrated involvement in extracurricular activities. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
Nova Scotia Technology Education Association Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Technology Education Association is pleased to offer two entrance scholarships in the amount of $250 to the NSAC Bachelor of Technology in Applied Science program, the first degree of its kind in Eastern Canada. Flexibility is the key to this innovative program, which provides a hands-on applied science degree with a curriculum that includes lab work and group projects. Upon completion, students can apply for direct admission to Acadia University’s Bachelor of Education in Technology program. Application deadline is May 31.
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Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association Bursary
The $500 Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association Bursary will be awarded to an NS student in the first year of the Veterinary Technology program. Selection criteria include financial need and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 6.
Operation Red Nose Bursaries
Two bursaries are sponsored by NSAC’s Students’ Union, funded by donations to their Operation Red Nose (ORN) campaign. A $200 bursary will be awarded to a student beginning studies at NSAC who participated in ORN or was active in MADD/SADD or other similar organizations in his/her high school or home community. A $400 bursary will be awarded to a returning student active in his/her home community and at NSAC. Secondary consideration will be given to academic performance and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
RBC Centennial Entrance Scholarship
In recognition of NSAC’s 100th anniversary in 2005, RBC Financial Group established a $1,000 entrance scholarship to be awarded annually to a student entering any program at NSAC who has not qualified for the Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships available to students coming directly from high school. Students considered for this scholarship would include students with disabilities, mature students, and transfer students. Selection criteria include academic performance, involvement in extracurricular and community activities, and career plans. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
RBC Financial Group Entrance Scholarship
RBC Financial Group, through the RBC Foundation, sponsors a $1,000 Entrance Scholarship to be awarded to a student from a farm family entering the first year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and career goals. Secondary consideration may also be given to geographic location. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than May 20.
Ted Rose Memorial Bursary
The $500 Ted Rose Memorial Bursary will be awarded to a student who plans to operate a livestock farm. Selection criteria include a documented commitment to animal welfare, financial need, and sound academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
Anna Helvig Schousboe Scholarship
This $300 scholarship is awarded to a resident from Kings County, NB, working towards a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, or Home Economics at a post-secondary institution. Application information is available at the NSAC Awards Office. The application deadline is September 20.
B. S. Sodhi Memorial Bursary
The $1,000 B. S. Sodhi Memorial Bursary is awarded annually to a student paying International student fees. Students in all programs of study are eligible. Preference will be given to students in undergraduate and technical programs and selection will be based on financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 6.
Sport Leadership Award
The $1,000 Sport Leadership Award recognizes a high school varsity athlete enrolling full-time in a program of study and planning on participating in a sport at the varsity level at NSAC. Applicants must have a high school average of 75% in the courses required for admission to NSAC to be eligible. Recipients of other major entrance scholarships are not eligible. Selection criteria include financial need, sport skills, and leadership. The Sport Leadership Award may be renewable for one year, conditional on the recommendation of the varsity coach(es) in the sport(s) of participation and an average of at least 65% from the first year of full-time study. Applications, including two letters of reference ( one of which is from a high school coach commenting on excellent sport skills, athletic ability, team leadership, coach ability, and positive attitude) and a resumé, must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by May 13.
Stewiacke Valley Garden Club Bursary
The $250 Stewiacke Valley Garden Club Bursary is awarded to a student from the Stewiacke Valley area of Nova Scotia studying at NSAC. Selection criteria include involvement in extracurricular and community affairs, financial need, and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
F. W. Walsh Memorial Scholarship
In memory of the outstanding agriculturalist F. Waldo Walsh, this $500 scholarship is awarded to a student who is admitted to the first year of a degree program at NSAC. Selection is based primarily on academic performance. Financial need and participation in school and community affairs will also be considered. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 6.
Wentworth Valley Garden Club Bursary
The $250 Wentworth Valley Garden Club Bursary is awarded to a student from the Colchester or Cumberland County area of Nova Scotia studying in a program at NSAC related to Horticulture. Selection will be based primarily on financial need, with sound academic performance secondary. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
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The following scholarships and bursaries are available exclusively to students returning to studies beyond the first year of the various programs at NSAC. Students are encouraged as well to check the scholarship listings in Section VII (Other Continuing External Scholarships and Bursaries).
Acadian Seaplants Limited Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship will be presented annually to a senior undergraduate or graduate Aquaculture student at NSAC, preferably undertaking course or project work related to aspects of marine bioproducts or the plant sciences. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Animal Nutrition Association of Canada (Atlantic Division) Scholarship
The Atlantic Division of the Animal Nutrition Association of Canada awards a $700 scholarship to a student who is entering the third year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Selection criteria include academic performance and leadership in student and community affairs. This scholarship is not available to students receiving other scholarships of higher value. No application is required.
Ralph H. Armstrong Memorial Bursary
The family and friends of the late Ralph Hallett Armstrong award a memorial bursary of $500 to a student who has successfully completed at least one year of study at NSAC. Former and current 4-H club members from Kings and Annapolis counties in Nova Scotia are eligible to apply. Selection is based on financial need and involvement in school, athletic, and/or community organizations. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23
Atlantic Council of Crop Life Canada Bursaries
Two $500 bursaries will be awarded to technical students from agricultural backgrounds who plan to pursue employment in the agricultural sector following studies at NSAC. Preference will be given to students whose backgrounds, course and project work, summer employment, and career plans reflect an interest in the crop protection industry. The Atlantic Council of Crop Life Canada is the organization of distributors, dealers, and suppliers of crop protection products in Atlantic Canada. As part of the application, students will write a brief essay (maximum of 500 words) on their background and their future plans, and how their course of study is serving to prepare them for a future in the industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Atlantic Farm Mechanization Show Scholarship
The Atlantic Farm Mechanization Show awards one $1,000 scholarship to a student from the Atlantic Provinces who has completed at least one year of study at NSAC in the Engineering Diploma program or the Integrated Environmental Management major of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. The awarding of the scholarship is based on academic performance and the demonstrated potential for a career in the area of mechanization of agriculture. No application is required.
Atlantic Land Improvement Contractors Association Bursary
The $800 Atlantic Land Improvement Contractors Association Bursary is available to Engineering degree students with a demonstrated ability and interest in soil, water, and land improvement. No application is required.
Paul Babineau Memorial Scholarship
The Atlantic Farm Mechanization Show awards a $1,000 scholarship in memory of Paul Babineau, a longtime director on their board, to a student from the Atlantic Provinces who has completed at least one year of study at NSAC in the Engineering Diploma program or the Integrated Environmental Management major of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. The awarding of the scholarship is based on academic performance and the demonstrated potential for a career in the area of mechanization of agriculture. No application is required.
The Honourable Dr. Roger S. Bacon Scholarship in Agriculture
In keeping with the Honourable Dr. Roger S. Bacon’s lifetime interest in and service to agriculture, a $ 2,000 scholarship will be awarded annually to an NS student entering the final year of any program at NSAC (technical, undergraduate or graduate) who has plans to pursue a long-term career in agriculture. Dr. Bacon was a dairy farmer and blueberry producer from Cumberland County, NS, who served as an MLA for his constituency; during his political career he was a well-respected and long-serving Minister of Agriculture and, for a time, Premier of NS. Selection criteria include career plans, academic performance, and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Doug Bailey Memorial Bursary
Farmers Dairy awards a $2,000 bursary to a student in any year of any program at NSAC who is a family member of a Farmers Dairy shareholder or employee. The bursary is named in memory of Doug Bailey, a former President and CEO. Selection criteria include leadership, extracurricular and community activities, financial need, and a sound academic record. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
A. B. Banks Memorial Scholarship
The $600 A. B. Banks Memorial Scholarship is awarded to the second-year B.Sc.(Agr.) student enrolled in the Animal Science option with the highest average from the first year of study. No application is required.
Dr. Kim Beck Memorial Scholarship
The Turkey Farmers of New Brunswick Marketing Board awards a $500 scholarship in memory of Dr. Kim Beck. The scholarship will be awarded annually to an NB resident who is enrolled in a post-secondary agricultural program. Selection will be based on academic achievement, financial need, involvement in agriculture, and interest in the poultry or food industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 14.
Bible Hill Garden Club Bursary
The $300 Bible Hill Garden Club Bursary is awarded to an NSAC student from the Truro area. Preference is given to students in at least the second year of study in Horticulture, preferably the Managed Landscapes program. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
David W. Brown Memorial Bursary
The ACA Co-operative Limited/Eden Valley Farms Limited awards two $500 bursaries to students entering a second year of study at NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need, academic performance, and interest in farming, in particular the poultry industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Dr. John Bubar Scholarship
The $1,000 Dr. John Bubar Scholarship is awarded annually to an NB student in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program in the second or third year of study who is not in receipt of other significant scholarships. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. No application is required.
Merle Cail Memorial Scholarship
The $1,000 Merle Cail Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a senior undergraduate student or a graduate student from Atlantic Canada at NSAC whose course or project work reflect an interest in organic agriculture. Selection criteria include academic performance, financial need, and commitment to organic agriculture. Application forms, accompanied by one letter of recommendation, must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Canard Conservation Undergraduate Scholarship
The $500 Canard Conservation Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to a first- or second-year B.Sc.(Agr.) student from Kings County, NS, who is planning course and/or project work related to the environment. Selection criteria include academic performance, demonstrated interest in the environment, and career plans. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than May 13.
James Card Bursary
At least three awards with a total value of $4,000, sponsored by James Card, will be awarded annually to students in financial need. Preference will be given to International students. Applications will be reviewed December 8.
Gerard Chiasson Memorial Bursary
The Inverness County Federation of Agriculture awards a $500 bursary to a Cape Breton student who has completed at least one year of study at NSAC. The bursary is awarded in memory of Gerard Chiasson, a past president of the NS Federation of Agriculture who was also active in other local farm and community organizations. Selection criteria include financial need, involvement in community activities, and leadership experience. In the event that two or more students possess otherwise equal qualifications, preference will be given to a student from Inverness County. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Chartwells Scholarships
Compass Group Canada awards $4,000 in scholarships annually to outstanding students with high academic performance who, for one reason or another, have not qualified for other significant awards. Preference will be given to students living in residence. No application is required.
Chicken Producers of Nova Scotia Bursary
The $1,000 Chicken Producers of Nova Scotia bursary is awarded to an NS student at NSAC who shows a demonstrated interest in pursuing the study of poultry. Preference will be given to applicants with a farming background. Students in all years of study are eligible. A student may not receive this award more than once. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Class of 1950 Bursary Fund
The Class of 1950, in commemoration of their fiftieth anniversary of graduation from NSAC, provides an annual $1,000 bursary to assist NSAC students in financial need. Applications must be submitted to the Awards Office by October 6.
Donald E. Clark Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Donald E. Clark, former Professor and Head of the Engineering Department, one or more scholarships (with total value of $500) are awarded to final-year students in the Engineering Department. Selection criteria include academic performance, interest, and aptitude in the engineering field. No application is required.
Colonel Charles Coll Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Colonel Charles H. Coll, a $250 scholarship is awarded to a student in the final year of an Animal Science option. Selection criteria include academic performance, involvement and interest in poultry, and achievement and contribution to 4-H. No application is required.
Charles M. Collins Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded annually to a student at NSAC who is enrolled in a program of study relating to Horticulture. The scholarship is in memory of Charles McKittrick Collins, who taught Horticulture at NSAC for twenty-five years and supervised the landscaping and maintenance of the campus grounds, and for whom the Collins Horticultural Building was named in 1975. Preference will be given to students studying in the Bachelor of Technology program in Environmental Landscape Horticulture who have not qualified for other significant awards. No application is required.
George & Lottie Cook Memorial Scholarship
The $500 George and Lottie Cook Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to an NS student enrolled in the first or second year of any program of study at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. No application is required.
The Renée Covill Scholarships
Five $2,500 scholarships will be awarded to Atlantic Canadian students at NSAC studying in a program leading to a Bachelor’s degree with a major in Plant Science (Agronomy or Horticulture) or Environmental Landscape Horticulture. Preference will be given to students who have course and project work that reflect a commitment to environmental issues and career interests in growing plants (including farming). Selection criteria are academic performance, financial need, and career plans. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 20.
Dorothy Creelman Cox Memorial Scholarship
A $150 scholarship is awarded to a female student entering the second year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program in the Plant Science option. Selection is based on academic performance in the first year. No application is required.
Dr. Kenneth Cox Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Dr. Kenneth Cox, former Principal, this $100 scholarship is awarded to a student entering the final year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. No application is required.
Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick Scholarship
Dairy Farmers of NB offer a $750 scholarship to an NB resident who is enrolled in any year of an approved technician or technology diploma or certificate program relating to agriculture. For further information and application form, contact nbmilk@nbmilk.com or (506) 432-4330. Application deadline is June 15.
Dairy Farmers of Nova Scotia Bursary
The Dairy Farmers of Nova Scotia awards a $1,000 bursary to an NS student doing project or course work related to the dairy industry. Students in the third or fourth year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program (any option) or graduate students undertaking course or project work related to the dairy industry are eligible. Selection criteria include proven interest and experience in the dairy industry, the potential beneficial impact of study on the Nova Scotia dairy industry, and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Dartmouth Horticultural Society Bursary
The $500 Dartmouth Horticultural Society Bursary is awarded to a student in the final year of studies at NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need, interest and experience in the agri-food industry, and academic performance. Although students in all programs are eligible, preference will be given to a student in a plant science or landscape program from the Dartmouth area. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association Bursary
The Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association awards a $100 bursary and a stethoscope (value $100) to a second-year student in the Veterinary Technology program. This bursary will be awarded to the student who best demonstrates proficiency in veterinary clinical skills during the first year and externship at the Atlantic Veterinary College. No application is required.
Ernest L. Eaton Memorial Scholarships
One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student entering the third year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program who has not received scholarships of higher value. Selection is based on the student’s average in the second year of the program. No application is required.
Egg Producers of Newfoundland & Labrador Scholarship
The Egg Producers Association of Newfoundland and Labrador awards a $1,000 scholarship to an NL student entering the third or fourth year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. No application is required.
Farm Credit Canada Scholarship
The Atlantic Region of Farm Credit Canada awards a $1,000 scholarship to a Canadian student entering the fourth or final year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program in the Agricultural Economics or Agricultural Business option. Selection criteria include academic performance, interest and competence in farm management and in the subjects associated with the economics of the farm business, interest and involvement in university and home community as demonstrated by participation in organizations and affairs, farm experience, and financial need. No application is required.
Farm Focus Bursary
The $200 Farm Focus Bursary is awarded to a student entering the second year of study. Selection is based on financial need and academic performance. No application is required.
Ena Fenton Memorial Scholarship
Sponsored by the Bedford Horticultural Society, the $800 Ena Fenton Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a second-year student from the Bedford–Sackville–Waverley district of NS, studying Horticulture or Environmental Studies at NSAC. In years when no student from Bedford, Sackville, or Waverley applies for the scholarship, consideration will be given to other students from HRM (excluding Halifax and Dartmouth). Selection will be based on financial need, career plans, and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
T. Beverly Milligan Gale Memorial Bursary
The T. Beverly Milligan Gale Memorial Bursary was established in 2010 by Bev’s husband, Bob, in recognition of her spirit and love of the gardens at NSAC. This $1,000 award will go annually to an NSAC student who is enrolled in any year of study at NSAC who has shown an interest in horticulture, particularly landscape design and care. Preference will be given to mature students. Selection criteria will include career plans, academic performance, and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Kevin Grant Memorial Scholarships
In memory of Kevin Grant, who graduated from NSAC in 1975 with an Animal Science Technician diploma, two $1,200 scholarships will be awarded to final-year students in a two-year technology program of study at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance, leadership and contribution to campus life, career plans, and financial need. Preference will be given to students enrolled on a full-time basis. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Chuck Harrison Memorial Bursary
In memory of Chuck Harrison, Class of 1970, a $200 bursary is awarded to a final-year Diploma in Business Management student. Selection criteria include leadership and involvement in athletic and other activities at NSAC, and a sound academic record. No application is required.
Bonnie R. Haviland Memorial Bursary
The $1,000 Bonnie R. Haviland Memorial Bursary will be awarded annually to a student entering the second year of the Veterinary Technology program whose performance in the program has demonstrated a caring attitude and a commitment to others. To be eligible, students must have done well in the first year and not won other scholarships of greater value. No application is required.
John Higgins Memorial Bursary
In memory of John Higgins, who taught at NSAC, the Atlantic Association of Landscape Designers sponsor a $500 prize and a free association membership to a student entering the third year of the Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Landscape Horticulture program who has excelled in the area of landscape design during the Diploma in Managed Landscapes Technology program. Selection criteria include academic performance (a minimum 70% average in the second year of the program), and skill and interest in landscape design. No application is required.
Isgonish Chapter Silver Anniversary IODE Bursary
The $400 Isgonish Chapter Silver Anniversary IODE Bursary is awarded to a student entering the third year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program in the Aquaculture major. Selection criteria include financial need, academic performance, and participation and leadership in extracurricular activities. The bursary is renewable by maintaining an 80% average. One award will be presented, either to a third-year student or to a fourth-year student as a renewal to the previous year’s recipient. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 23
Dr. Bill Jenkins Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Dr. Bill Jenkins, a graduate of the Class of 1938 who served as NSAC Principal from 1964 to 1972, a $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a second- or third-year undergraduate student in any of the Business degree programs at NSAC. Selection criteria will include overall academic performance, leadership record and financial need. No application is required.
Randy and Gladys Keddy Memorial Bursary
The $1,000 Randy and Gladys Keddy Memorial Bursary will be awarded to a second-year technical or third-year degree student whose background, program of study, course and project work, and summer employment show a genuine interest in working in the agricultural industry following graduation. Selection criteria include career goals, solid academic performance, and financial need. Students receiving other scholarships valued at $1,000 or greater will not be eligible for this scholarship. Given similar or equal qualifications of candidates, preference will be given to students from the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia with farm backgrounds. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 20.
Kings Mutual Insurance Scholarships
In memory of Past Directors, the Kings Mutual Insurance Company awards three $1,000 scholarships to NS students, in any year of any program of study at NSAC. At least one scholarship will be awarded to a technical student. Selection criteria include financial need, academic performance, and demonstrated interest in a career in the Agri-food industry as reflected by summer employment and/or extracurricular involvement. This scholarship is not available to students receiving other scholarships totaling $1,000 or more. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
P. Max Kuhn Scholarship
The $2,500 P. Max Kuhn Scholarship will be awarded annually to an NS student with a farm background who is enrolled full-time in any year of any program and whose course and project work and summer employment demonstrate an interest in working in the agriculture industry after graduation. Selection criteria include financial need and academic performance. Preference will be given to students who have completed at least one year of study. The student may receive this scholarship only once. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 20.
Landscape Nova Scotia Bursary
Landscape Nova Scotia awards a $500 bursary to an NS student studying in a landscape-related program. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. No application is required.
Lunenburg/Queens Federation of Agriculture Scholarship
The $300 Lunenburg/Queens Federation of Agriculture Scholarship is awarded to a student from Lunenburg or Queens County in NS who has completed at least one year of study at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance, farm or agricultural background or experience, and plans to pursue a career in the agricultural industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 30.
C. C. MacDougall Scholarship
This $250 scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Home Economics or Veterinary Medicine. To be eligible, a student must have been a 4-H member from Kings County, NB, or have parents who raise or breed Guernseys anywhere in NB. The application form must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Angus and Tena MacLellan Memorial Scholarship
This $300 scholarship is awarded to a student entering the third or fourth year of a degree program. Angus and Tena MacLellan farmed in Cloverville, Antigonish County, NS. No application is required.
Paul R. MacPhail PEI Potato Industry Scholarship
The PEI Potato Board offers a $500 scholarship to PEI students studying at the graduate or undergraduate level of an agricultural degree program at any recognized Canadian agricultural institution, or to students in a postgraduate degree program at a recognized Canadian university, carrying out research projects related to potato production and utilization (including all disciplines, e.g. biotechnology, pathology, entomology, etc.). Undergraduate students must demonstrate through course work, summer employment and/or home farm background an interest in working in the potato industry. Selection criteria for potential undergraduate scholarships include academic performance, extracurricular activities, and employment history. Graduate students will be considered on the basis of academic performance and relevance of the project to the improvement of the PEI potato industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Dr. Herbert F. MacRae Memorial NSAC/Macdonald College Exchange Award
This $1,000 award is designed to support student and staff exchange between NSAC and Macdonald College of McGill University. Students considering a semester or a year of study at Macdonald College as part of the requirements of a program of study at NSAC, or students transferring to a program of study at Macdonald College, should inquire at the Awards Office for details.
Joseph E. Mapplebeck Memorial Bursaries
In honour of Joseph E. Mapplebeck, who farmed for 50 years in Kings County, NS, and in recognition of his appreciation for the importance of a good education, family members have established two $500 bursaries to be made available to technology students at NSAC. Eligible candidates will have successfully completed the first year of a technology program and demonstrate financial need. A letter of recommendation from a faculty member must accompany this application. At least one of the two awards will be made available annually to a student in the Plant Science Technology program. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Donald McInnes Award
A $1,000 scholarship is sponsored by Pictou Mutual Insurance Company to commemorate the 40 years of service Donald McInnes provided on their Board of Directors. This award is open to all students at NSAC. Selection criteria include commitment to and involvement in the community, leadership provided in student activities, academic performance, and financial need. A student may not be selected for this award more than once. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
H. A. L. McLaughlin Memorial Scholarship
In memory of H. A. L. McLaughlin, who taught horticulture at NSAC from 1953 to 1971, this $200 scholarship is awarded to a student in Horticulture. No application is required.
Bill Mathewson Memorial Bursary
In memory of Professor Emeritus Bill Mathewson, who taught Animal Science course work for twenty years at NSAC, a $1,000 bursary will be awarded annually to a student in any year of any program to assist in furthering their education through study/travel to another country. This bursary has been made available through generous contributions from students, NSAC colleagues, and friends and associates at church and within the agricultural industry, in particular the sheep breeders of Nova Scotia. In applying for consideration students will submit a proposal to participate in such activities as a study semester abroad toward their NSAC degree/diploma, a specialized training course, an internship or a development project, or to attend a conference to make a presentation. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 14.
Karen Meek Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Karen Meek, who studied Agricultural Business at NSAC 1980–82, a $1,500 scholarship will be awarded annually to a student who has completed at least one year in the B.Sc.(Agr.) Environmental Science program. Selection criteria include academic performance, financial need, and contribution to campus life. This scholarship is not available to students receiving other scholarships totaling $1,000 or more. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
John Miller Memorial Bursary
The $500 John Miller Memorial Bursary is awarded to an NS student, in any year of any program at any agricultural university/college in Canada, whose course and project work and career plans reflect an interest in the hog industry or whose application shows interest, understanding, and appreciation for Nova Scotia’s hog industry. The bursary is in memory of John Miller, who served as Secretary/Manager of Pork Nova Scotia from 1983 to 1997. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
John Reginald (Reg) Moore Memorial Bursaries
In memory of J. R. (Reg) Moore, who graduated from NSAC in 1947 and retired from a career with Farm Credit Canada, two $800 bursaries will be awarded to students from Colchester County, NS, who have completed at least one year of study in any program. Selection will be based on financial need and sound academic performance. To be eligible students must be maintaining a minimum cumulative average of 70%. Preference will be given to students studying full-time. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Ian Neil Memorial Bursary
The Ian Neil Memorial Bursary, valued at $700, will be awarded to an Environmental Horticulture student who best exemplifies Ian’s sense of humour and outgoing personality. Preference will be given to a student in the Diploma in Managed Landscapes Technology program who has displayed leadership in school and campus activities and is not receiving other scholarships of higher value. No application is required.
A.C. Neish Memorial Trust Scholarship
The A.C. Neish Memorial Trust awards a $1,200 scholarship to an NSAC student entering the final year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Selection criteria include outstanding academic performance and qualities of leadership as indicated by participation and achievement in both academic and non-academic activities. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
New Brunswick Institute of Agrologists Scholarship
The New Brunswick Institute of Agrologists awards a $1,000 scholarship to an NB student entering the third year of a degree program in Agriculture at a recognized Canadian institution. Students should indicate their enrollment in one of the following Agrology disciplines: Agricultural Economics and Farm Management; Plant, Animal, Soil and Environmental Sciences; Pest Management; or Agrometeorology. Selection criteria include academic performance, participation in extracurricular activities, and financial need. Applications must be submitted no later than October 1 to either the NSAC Awards Office or Registrar, New Brunswick Institute of Agrologists, PO Box 3479, Station B, Fredericton, NB E3A 5H2.
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NSAC Bursaries
NSAC provides $1,000 bursaries to students in need of financial assistance. To be eligible students must be in good standing, must have spent at least one term of full-time study at NSAC, and must be registered on a full-time basis for both semesters for the full academic year. Applications will be reviewed December 8.
NSAC Athletic Bursaries
Five $500 awards will be presented to returning student athletes at NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need, involvement in/member of a university varsity team, recommendation from a coach, and satisfactory academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 6.
Nova Scotia Agricultural College Alumni Family Bursaries
Several $1,000 and $500 bursaries will be awarded annually to family members of NSAC Alumni studying at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. Students in any year of any program are eligible. Application deadline is September 20.
Nova Scotia Animal Breeders Co-operative Limited Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Animal Breeders Co-op awards two $1,250 scholarships (one to a degree student and one to a technology student) to returning NS students studying in an animal-related program whose home farm backgrounds, course and project work, and career interests reflect an interest in the dairy or beef industry. To be eligible, students must not have received other major scholarships. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Nova Scotia Egg Producers Association Scholarships
Two $1,500 scholarships will be awarded annually by the Nova Scotia Egg Producers Association to students enrolled in the Animal Science major of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program at NSAC whose course and project work show an interest in poultry. At least one scholarship will be awarded to a final-year student conducting a poultry-related research project in RESM4002 and RESM4003. No application is required.
Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture Bursaries
The Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture awards two $500 bursaries to second-year NS students with farm or 4-H backgrounds (one technology and one degree). Selection criteria include financial need and academic performance. No application is required.
Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture 100th Anniversary Scholarship
In recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture in 1995, a $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an NS student with a farm background, who has a solid academic record and financial need. Students studying in any year of any program who have not qualified for other significant awards are eligible. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
Nova Scotia 4-H Council Award
A $200 scholarship will be awarded to a second-year NS student in any program. Selection criteria include academic performance, financial need, and participation in 4-H club activities. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Nova Scotia Institute of Agrologists Scholarships
The NSIA awards two $1,000 scholarships to NS students. One will be awarded to a student entering the third year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program at NSAC; the second, recognizing the current anniversary of NSIA, to a student entering the second, third or fourth year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. In awarding these scholarships, the selection committee will take into consideration academic performance, participation in school and community activities, and degree of interest in studying agrology and pursuing a career in the Agri-food industry. Financial need may also be considered. A student may receive this award only once. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 20.
NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA)
The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada sponsors a program of summer research awards to encourage outstanding undergraduate students to undertake graduate studies
and pursue research careers in the natural sciences and engineering disciplines at NSAC. The purpose of the award is to supplement the salary of a summer student who is working on an individual research project designed in conjunction with a faculty member who holds an NSERC research grant. The award is for a minimum of sixteen weeks on a full-time basis in research and development in natural sciences and engineering. To be eligible, students must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, registered full-time as undergraduate students in a natural science or engineering discipline, and have completed at least one year of study with a minimum 70% cumulative average. Applications must be submitted to the Office of Graduate Studies and Research by February 25.
Nutreco Canada Inc. Scholarship
Nutreco Canada Inc. awards a $1,000 scholarship to a final-year B.Sc.(Agr.) student in the Animal Science option. Selection criteria include academic performance, leadership qualities, and participation in student & community affairs. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Operation Red Nose Bursaries
Two bursaries are sponsored by NSAC’s Students’ Union, funded by donations to their Operation Red Nose (ORN) campaign. A $200 bursary will be awarded to a student beginning studies at NSAC who participated in ORN or was active in MADD/SADD or other similar organizations in his/her high school or home community. A $400 bursary will be awarded to a returning student active in their home community and at NSAC. Secondary consideration will be given to academic performance and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Don Palfrey Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded annually in recognition of the many years of service and contributions to weed science in NS by Don Palfrey. The scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student who is carrying out a senior-year research project in the area of pest management, with preference given to students involved in weed science, either through academic work or summer employment. Applications are due at the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Robert Parent Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Robert Parent, Class of 1921, this $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding student studying in any year of any program who has not qualified for other significant awards. No application is required.
Pork Nova Scotia Prize
Pork Nova Scotia sponsors a $350 prize to an NS student with an interest and/or background in swine production. Selection criteria include demonstrated interest in the swine industry (through course or project work), academic performance, and financial need. Applications should be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
Prajna Athletic Bursaries
Two $200 awards (one to a male student and one to a female student) will be presented to returning students at NSAC. These awards were established by Dr. Andre Lirette, a former Professor in the former Animal Science Department at NSAC. To be eligible, students must
maintain sound academic performance and have been involved in either a varsity team or an intramural/recreational team at NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need, leadership, and contribution to student life. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 6.
Prince Edward Island Institute of Agrologists Scholarship
The $1,000 PEI Institute of Agrologists scholarship is awarded annually to a student from PEI in the third or fourth year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program who is intending a career as a professional agrologist. In awarding this scholarship the Selection Committee will take into consideration academic performance, university and community involvement, and financial need. A student may receive this award only once. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Stuart Rath Junior A Bearcat Hockey Education Award Fund
Awards are available to members of the Truro Junior A Bearcats Hockey Club who are studying at NSAC. Selection is based on academic performance, community service, and the recommendation of the team coaches. Students in second semester and second year must successfully complete the course work in the previous semester to be eligible for continued support. No application is required.
Cliff & Grace Retson Memorial Bursary
In memory of Cliff & Grace Retson, Class of 1934, a $600 bursary is awarded to an International student studying at NSAC. Students in any year of any program are eligible. Selection criteria include financial need, academic performance, and interest in and involvement in multi-cultural activities on campus. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
Ira L. Rhodenizer Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Ira L. Rhodenizer, the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture awards a $500 scholarship to a second-year NS student. Selection criteria include academic performance, involvement in student affairs, and participation in the 4-H program. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Dr. Robert G. Rix Bursary
This bursary of $300 is awarded to a deserving student. No application is required.
J. Arnold Roberts Memorial Scholarship
In memory of J. Arnold Roberts, a $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student from Atlantic Canada studying in any year of any program who has not received scholarships of greater value. No application is required.
Roop Realties Ltd. Scholarship
The renewable $500 Roop Realties Ltd. Scholarship is awarded to a student studying in a landscape-related program who has completed at least one year of study in either the technology or the B.Tech program, with a minimum 80% cumulative average. The scholarship is open to all students, either full-time or part-time, with preference given to students who have had to work hard to maintain their academic standing. No application is required.
Howard W. Roper Memorial Bursary
In memory of Howard W. Roper, a $500 bursary will be awarded annually by the Nova Scotia/Newfoundland Branch of Holstein Canada to a student who has completed at least one year in any program. Preference will be given to second-year students in the Diploma in Business Management—Dairy Farming. Residents of Nova Scotia or Newfoundland and Labrador who are members of Holstein Canada or members of families with Holstein Canada membership are eligible to apply. Selection criteria include: involvement in the dairy industry, extracurricular involvement through athletics and clubs on campus, involvement in farm organizations, financial need, and satisfactory academic performance in the first year of study at NSAC. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than Sept 30.
Ted Rose Memorial Bursary
The $500 Ted Rose Memorial Bursary will be awarded to a student who plans to operate a livestock farm eventually. Selection criteria include financial need, sound academic performance, and a documented commitment to animal welfare. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
Rotary Club of Truro International Student Bursary
This $1,000 bursary will be awarded annually by the Rotary Club of Truro to an International student studying at NSAC. All undergraduate and graduate students paying the International tuition differential are eligible for consideration. Preference will be given to students registered in a full-time program of study, with additional preference given to students studying for the full year (i.e., at least four courses per semester for undergraduate students). Special consideration will be given to students from a developing country who plan to return and apply their education from NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need and potential impact of the bursary on the student’s lifestyle while at school, and future plans. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Rick Russell Memorial Bursary
In memory of Rick Russell, a long-time woodsmen coach and Animal Science Technician graduate, a $500 bursary will be awarded to a woodsman athlete in the second, third, or fourth year of study in any program at NSAC. The selection criteria include financial need, involvement and leadership in the woodsmen program, and satisfactory academic performance. No application is required.
Anna Helvig Schousboe Scholarship
This $300 scholarship is awarded to a resident from Kings County, NB, working towards a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, or Home Economics at a post-secondary institution. Application information is available at the NSAC Awards Office. The application deadline is September 20.
Scholarships for In-Program Students
At the discretion of the Scholarship Committee, scholarships of variable amounts will be awarded to students who perform well in their studies at NSAC. The minimum requirement is an 80% average in work of the previous year and no failed courses (including Drop Fails), with preference given to students who have, in addition, maintained a cumulative average of 80%. The average is determined from the full year of study, which is normally defined as September 1 to August 31. The average is determined by all marks earned by the student in the previous year (non-credit courses are included in the calculation of the year’s average for degree students). For scholarship purposes, averages are calculated to the nearest whole number (if an average falls exactly between two whole numbers, the average is rounded up). To be eligible, students must maintain registration in at least 80% of the number of courses for the normal course load per semester for both the previous and current years. In the event that a recipient is not able to complete the full year, on completion of the first semester on a full-time basis he/she would be entitled to receive half the award announced at the Scholarship Banquet. Students who were registered for the full year in the previous year will be eligible for in-program scholarships for the one remaining semester in the current year if they only have one remaining semester to complete their program requirements.
Scholarships for International Students
Scholarships from $1,000 to $5,000 will be awarded to selected International students enrolled for the full year in a program of study at NSAC. The maximum award will be half the tuition for the year of study. All students paying the International tuition differential are eligible for consideration. The awards are merit-based and normally require registration in 80% of the normal course load for the program of study in both the previous and current years of study. In-program scholarships will be offered to outstanding transfer students (an 80% or equivalent average from other post-secondary study is required for consideration) or to returning NSAC students who have a minimum average of 80% in the work of the previous year at NSAC with no failed courses (including Drop Fails). Preference is given to students who have, in addition, maintained a cumulative average of 80%. The number and value of awards will be dependent on the number of International students eligible for consideration. No application is required.
Gail Semple Memorial Bursary
In memory of Gail Semple (née Johnson, Truro, NS), who had a strong commitment to animal welfare, a $1,000 bursary is awarded annually to a student planning to study veterinary medicine who has completed at least one year of study at NSAC or who was admitted to the Atlantic Veterinary College in the current year. To be eligible, applicants must be either currently or previously registered in the Pre-Veterinary program at NSAC or currently in the first year of the DVM program at AVC, having completed the Pre-Veterinary requirements at NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need, academic performance, and a background with demonstrated experience in animal welfare. Application forms must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
George W. Slipp Memorial Scholarship
The Chicken Farmers of NB Marketing Board awards an annual $1,000 scholarship in memory of Mr. George W. Slipp, to an NB resident who is enrolled in a post-secondary agricultural program. Selection is based on academic achievement, financial need, involvement in agriculture, and interest in the poultry or food industry. Applications are available at the NSAC Awards Office, or by e-mail from nbchicken@rogers.com. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 14.
G. G. Smeltzer Memorial Bursary
The $750 G. G. Smeltzer Memorial Bursary is awarded to a third- or fourth-year student from Atlantic Canada in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program majoring in Plant Science (Agronomy specialization). Selection criteria include a genuine interest in the area of field crops reflected through course and project work and summer employment, and financial need. No application is required.
B. S. Sodhi Memorial Bursary
The $1,000 B. S. Sodhi Memorial Bursary is awarded annually to a student paying International student fees. Students in all programs of study are eligible. Preference will be given to students in undergraduate and technology programs and will be based on financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than October 6.
Jennifer Hayes Starratt Scholarship
In honour of Jennifer Hayes Starratt, who graduated in 1996 with a B.Sc.(Agr.) degree majoring in Environmental Biology, a $5,500 scholarship will be awarded to a female student entering the final year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Selection will be based on academic performance, leadership, and involvement in campus activities. The scholarship will not be awarded to a student receiving other significant scholarships. Preference will be given to students who have completed the first three years at NSAC. No application is required.
Captain Steele Memorial Award
The $750 Captain Steele Memorial Award, established by the Atlantic Rhododendron & Horticulture Society, is awarded to a second-year NS student in the Diploma in Managed Landscapes program. The recipient will also receive a one-year membership with ARHS. Preference is given to students whose passion for plants is infectious and who will most impact the way we regard and understand plants in both public and private environments. Other criteria include communication and leadership abilities and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
Stewiacke Valley Garden Club Bursary
The $250 Stewiacke Valley Garden Club Bursary is awarded to a student from the Stewiacke Valley area of Nova Scotia studying at NSAC. Selection criteria include involvement in extracurricular and community affairs, financial need, and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by
October 6.
Syngenta Pest Management Awards
Syngenta Crop Protection awards two $500 scholarships to students at NSAC whose course and project work reflect an interest in the Maritime potato industry. Applicants will be required to submit an essay (300–500 words) expressing an opinion on a topic relating to the crop protection industry; suggested topics include the future of genetically modified plants/crops, or the future of crop protection products in Maritime agriculture (the fit and relevance of the agri-chemical industry to today’s agri-food industry). Selection criteria include academic performance, interest in the Maritime potato industry, and potato farm experience or background. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 24.
Bruce Trenholm/Atlantic 1986 Scholarship
A $500 prize is awarded to an Atlantic Canada student entering the final year of any program who has a Holstein farm or 4-H (Holstein calf project) background. Selection criteria include academic performance and career goals. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards office no later than September 30.
Vice-President’s Scholarship
This $300 scholarship is awarded to a final-year B.Sc.(Agr.) student. No application is required.
Florence (Pineo) Ward Memorial Awards
In memory of Florence (Pineo) Ward, three to five bursaries with a total value of $1,500 will be awarded annually to NSAC students in financial need. Recipients will have completed at least one year of study in a technology, B.Tech, or B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Preference will be given to students with sound academic background who have come to NSAC for technical training to enhance their employability but whose financial constraints are limiting their ability to continue their studies. In the event that two or more candidates otherwise qualify equally for one of the awards, preference will be given to students from Boutilier’s Point, Halifax County, or Advocate, Cumberland County, in NS. Application forms must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 6.
Raymond Webber Memorial Scholarship
Landscape Nova Scotia and the New Brunswick Horticultural Association jointly award a $600 scholarship to the most promising second-year Diploma in Managed Landscapes Technology student. Selection criteria include academic performance and practical work skills. No application is required.
Wentworth Valley Garden Club Bursary
The $500 Wentworth Valley Garden Club Bursary is awarded to a student from the Colchester or Cumberland county area of Nova Scotia studying at NSAC in a program related to Horticulture. Selection will be based primarily on financial need, with sound academic performance secondary. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.
George B. Whalen Memorial Scholarship
The New Brunswick Milk Marketing Board awards a $750 scholarship in memory of George B. Whalen, who dedicated a great part of his life to the promotion of a more viable dairy industry in New Brunswick. Applicants must be NB residents enrolled in the second, third, or fourth year of study in a university degree program relating to agriculture or the dairy industry. Areas of study may include, but are not necessarily limited to, plant and animal science, agricultural engineering, veterinary medicine, agricultural economics, etc. Selection will be based on financial need, academic performance, and involvement in community and future plans. Applications including an essay (300–500 words), two letters of recommendation, and a transcript of marks must be submitted no later than June 15 to: Scholarship Committee, NB Milk Marketing Board, Box 490, Sussex, NB E0E 1P0.
www.nb4h.com/ewelcome/escholarship/escholarship.htm
Michael Whidden Memorial Award
The $2,000 Michael Whidden Memorial Award will be awarded to a student who has provided leadership on NSAC’s Woodsmen Team, and has maintained a sound academic performance. No application is required.
Eric Williams Memorial Scholarships
Two $1,000 scholarships sponsored by the Dairy Farmers of Newfoundland and Labrador are awarded to students from Newfoundland and Labrador who have completed at least one year of study at NSAC in any program (generally, one to a technology student and one to a degree student). Selection will be based on academic performance. No application is required.
Wild Blueberry Producers Association of Nova Scotia Scholarship
The Wild Blueberry Producers Association of Nova Scotia awards a $750 scholarship to a Plant Science student entering the third or fourth year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Selection will be based on academic performance and financial need. Preference will be given to someone with interest and experience in small fruits. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
Young Farmer’s Bursary
One $500 bursary, sponsored by the PEI Young Farmers’ Association, will be presented to a student returning to NSAC for the last year of studies in either the degree program or another multiple-year program. To be eligible, a student must be a PEI resident; must be returning to the farm after completion of the program of studies; must provide a 250-word essay on why he/she has chosen to return to the farm; must provide four paragraphs describing what the PEI Young Farmers’ Association is and what it does year-round for its members; and must provide proof of enrollment at NSAC. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 20.
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The following scholarships are available exclusively to graduate students studying at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College.
Graduate students are encouraged to look through the scholarship descriptions listed in Section II (Continuation Scholarships and Bursaries), Section V (Scholarships and Bursaries for Continuing Studies Beyond NSAC) and Section VII (Other Continuing External Scholarships and Bursaries) for awards available to students in any year of any program. M.Sc. students are eligible for consideration for awards targeted to any year of any program.
Acadian Seaplants Limited Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship will be presented annually to a senior undergraduate or graduate Aquaculture student at NSAC, preferably undertaking course or project work related to aspects of marine bioproducts or the plant sciences. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Stuart & Ruth Allaby Graduate Studies Scholarship
The $1,000 Stuart and Ruth Allaby Graduate Studies Scholarship is awarded to an M.Sc. student at NSAC concentrating on animal research. No application is required.
Atlantic Farm Mechanization Show Graduate Scholarship in Engineering
The $1,000 Atlantic Farm Mechanization Show Graduate Scholarship in Engineering is awarded annually to an Atlantic Canadian M.Sc. student at NSAC conducting research in engineering. No application is required.
The Honourable Dr. Roger S. Bacon Scholarship in Agriculture
In keeping with the Honourable Dr. Roger S. Bacon’s lifetime interest in and service to agriculture, a $2,000 scholarship will be awarded annually to an NS student entering the final year of any program at NSAC (technical, undergraduate or graduate) who has plans to pursue a long-term career in agriculture. Dr. Roger S. Bacon was a dairy farmer and blueberry producer from Cumberland County, NS, who served as an MLA for his constituency; during his political career he was a well-respected and long-serving Minister of Agriculture and, for a time, Premier of NS. Selection criteria include career plans, academic performance, and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Doug Bailey Memorial Bursary
Farmers Dairy awards a $2,000 bursary to a student in any year of any program at NSAC who is a family member of a Farmers Dairy shareholder or employee. The bursary is named in memory of Doug Bailey, a former President and CEO. Selection criteria include leadership, extracurricular and community activities, financial need, and a sound academic record. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Merle Cail Memorial Scholarship
The $1,000 Merle Cail Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a senior undergraduate student or a graduate student at NSAC whose course or project work reflects an interest in organic agriculture. Selection criteria include academic performance, financial need, and commitment to organic agriculture. Application forms accompanied by one letter of recommendation must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Canadian Dairy Commission Scholarship Program
This program provides scholarships of $20,000, renewable for a second year, to high-calibre students enrolled in a research-based M.Sc. program at NSAC and who are conducting a thesis research project that has application to the dairy industry in one of the following areas: agricultural economics and policy, food/dairy science, or animal science. In addition, students who receive the scholarship may apply for a one-time additional sum of up to $5,000 for travel costs to further their education or research program on the advice of their thesis supervisor. Recipients of this award must be registered as full-time students. Application deadlines are May 1 and October 15.
nsac.ca/gradstudies/graduate/CDCscholarshipprogram.asp
Canard Conservation Fund Graduate Scholarship
The Canard Conservation Fund provides a $2,000 scholarship to a graduate student at NSAC conducting research work on environmental issues. Selection criteria include research aptitude and experience, relevance of the applicant’s research to conservation issues, and sound academic performance. Only full-time students will be eligible, and preference will be given to students in the second year of study in the M.Sc. program. Applications should include an essay on the importance of the research to conservation issues, a resumé, and an official transcript. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than July 27.
Class of 1956 Graduate Student Scholarship
A scholarship of $5,000 per year for up to two years is available to graduate students (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) at NSAC conducting a research project in one of the following areas of study: Agricultural Economics and Policy, Social Sciences, Engineering and Environmental Sciences. The scholarship is intended to stimulate research on rural water supply and rural watershed management in Atlantic Canada. Contact the NSAC Awards Office for further details.
Chartwells Graduate Student Scholarship
One $5,500 scholarship will be awarded to a student entering the M.Sc. degree program at NSAC on a full-time basis. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic performance. Recipients of NSAC Graduate Entrance Scholarships and students on employment leave with salary continuation are not eligible. No application is required.
Chicken Producers of Nova Scotia Bursary
The $1,000 Chicken Producers of Nova Scotia Bursary is awarded to an NS student at NSAC who shows a demonstrated interest in pursuing the study of poultry. Preference will be given to applicants with a farming background. Students in all years of study are eligible. A student may not receive this scholarship more than once. Application must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Clean Nova Scotia Scholarships
In celebration of their 20th anniversary, Clean Nova Scotia established a scholarship fund in 2007 to award $2,000 each year for 10 years to graduate students (M.Sc. and Ph.D.) studying within NS and conducting research in the area of Environmental Studies. The intent of this scholarship is to support education and research in those areas in which Clean Nova Scotia seeks to effect change: climate change and energy, waste, water, air quality, environmental education, and the interactions of environment and health. For the purposes of this scholarship, “environmental studies” encompasses environmental science, engineering, management and conservation, as well as environment-related programs in other disciplines. The application deadline is January 12.
www.clean.ns.ca/content/Scholarship
Dairy Farmers of Nova Scotia Bursary
The Nova Scotia Milk Producers Association awards a $1,000 bursary to an NS student doing project or course work related to the dairy industry. Students in the third or fourth year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program (any option) or graduate students undertaking course or project work related to the dairy industry are eligible. Selection criteria include proven interest and experience in the dairy industry, the potential beneficial impact of the study on the Nova Scotia dairy industry, and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 23.
Gordon B. Kinsman Memorial Graduate Scholarships
Two $1,500 Gordon B. Kinsman Memorial Graduate Scholarships are awarded annually to graduate students in Horticulture at NSAC. At least one of the scholarships each year will be awarded to a student conducting research work related to the blueberry industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards office no later than July 27.
Graduate Research Training Initiative (GRTI) Scholarships
This program provides scholarships to high-calibre students who are engaged in a research-based graduate program at NSAC and who are conducting research that will benefit Nova Scotia’s agriculture and agri‑food industry. This initiative is intended to ensure a reliable supply of highly-qualified personnel to meet the future needs of Nova Scotia’s agri-food industry. The value of the awards is $17,300 per year for up to two years for full-time students and $8,650 per year for up to two years for part-time students. Application deadline is February 1.
nsac.ca/research/graduatestudies/scholarship.asp
Robert P. Longley Memorial Graduate Scholarships
Three $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to NS residents entering the M.Sc. degree program on a full-time basis at NSAC. The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic performance (cumulative GPA from undergraduate degree). Recipients of NSAC Graduate Entrance Scholarships and students on employment leave with salary continuation are not eligible. No application is required.
Paul R. MacPhail PEI Potato Industry Scholarship
The PEI Potato Board offers a $500 scholarship to PEI students studying at the graduate or undergraduate level of an agricultural degree program at any recognized Canadian agricultural institution, or to students in a postgraduate degree program at a recognized Canadian university, carrying out research projects related to potato production and utilization (including all disciplines, e.g. biotechnology, pathology, entomology, etc.). Undergraduate students must demonstrate through course work, summer employment and/or home farm background an interest in working in the potato industry. Selection criteria for undergraduate scholarships include academic performance, extracurricular activities, and employment history. Graduate students will be considered on the basis of academic performance and relevance of the project to the improvement of the PEI potato industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
NSAC Association of Graduate Students Bursary
This $500 bursary is awarded to a full-time or part-time graduate student of NSAC in any year. Selection is based on financial need. Applications must be submitted to the Awards Office no later than October 6.
NSAC Graduate Entrance Scholarships
The Nova Scotia Agricultural College offers up to five scholarships of $5,000 to students approved (or conditionally approved) for admission to the NSAC/Dal M.Sc. program. Students who have applied for admission to the graduate program at NSAC by the end of June each year will be considered for these awards. Only those applicants entering graduate studies on a full-time basis who have achieved a minimum admission average of 80% (cumulative undergraduate average) or equivalent will be considered. Although academic performance will be the prime selection basis, consideration will also be given to the diversity of backgrounds of candidates (including gender, country of origin, institution of origin, minority groups, supervisors, and programs of study). No application is required.
NSAC International Student Fee Waivers
The NSAC awards several differential fee waivers to International students admitted to the M.Sc. program. Differential fee waivers are available to students in their first year of the program only. Selection is based on academic merit and on financial need. No application is required.
NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships
The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada provides postgraduate scholarships to high-calibre scholars who are engaged in master’s or doctoral programs in the natural sciences and engineering disciplines at universities in Canada. To be eligible, students must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada who hold, or expect to hold at the time to take up the award, a degree in science or engineering from a university whose academic standing is acceptable to NSERC, who will pursue full-time graduate study and research at the master’s or doctoral level in the natural sciences or engineering in the following year, and who have an 80% average in each of the last two completed years of study. The value of the awards is $17,300 per year for students studying at the master’s level and $21,000 per year for students studying at the doctoral level. The awards are tenable for a maximum of two years. Applications must be received at the office of Research and Graduate Studies by October 28.
Rotary Club of Truro International Student Bursary
This $1,000 bursary is awarded annually by the Rotary Club of Truro to an International student studying at NSAC. All students paying the International tuition differential are eligible for consideration. Students in both undergraduate and graduate programs qualify. Preference will be given to students registered in a full-time program of study, with additional preference given to students studying for the full year. Special consideration will be given to students from a developing country who plan to return and apply their education from NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need, potential impact of the bursary on the student’s lifestyle while at school, and their future plans. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
The Allan A. Saunders Memorial Graduate Scholarship
The $4,000 Allan A. Saunders Memorial Graduate Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate student at NSAC who is conducting research related to the dairy industry. Applicants who have completed their undergraduate degree at NSAC and wish to pursue their master’s degree at another post-secondary institution will be considered. Selection criteria include academic performance, dairy farm background and/or demonstrated interest in the dairy industry, and financial need. Applications are due at the NSAC Awards Office no later than July 27.
Dr. Chesley E. Smith Memorial Graduate Scholarship
The $500 Dr. Chesley E. Smith Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate student at NSAC. All full-time M.Sc. students will be considered. Preference will be given to students whose course and project work reflect an interest in Plant Science or Agronomy. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than July 27.
Syngenta Crop Protection Canada Graduate Scholarship
The $1,000 Syngenta Crop Protection Canada graduate scholarship will be awarded annually to an M.Sc. student at NSAC conducting research pertaining to sustainable agriculture. For the purposes of this award, “sustainable agriculture” will be described as a balance between social, environmental, and economic priorities. Project areas eligible for support will focus on environmental quality and resource management, land management, integrated pest management, introduction of new technologies, economic viability, and rural community sustainability. Selection criteria include academic performance and research goals consistent with sustainable agriculture. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than July 27.
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Canadian Agricultural Economics Association Prize
The Canadian Agricultural Economics Association presents a book prize at Spring Convocation to a graduating student from the Agricultural Economics or Agricultural Business option of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. This award is selected on the basis of overall performance. No application is required.
Canadian Society of Animal Science Prize
The Canadian Society of Animal Science presents a book prize at the Scholarship Banquet to a student in the fourth year of the Animal Science or Aquaculture options of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. This award is selected on the basis of outstanding scholarship. No application is required.
Canadian Society of Soil Science Book Prize
The Canadian Society of Soil Science annually awards a book prize, valued at approximately $100, to an undergraduate student whose course and project work reflect an interest in Soil Science. Students in any year of the B.Sc.(Agr) program are eligible. No application is required.
K. de Geus Memorial Prize for Plant Science
In memory of the late K. de Geus, a prize is awarded to a technical graduate. Selection is based on high standing in course work, and preference is given to students in the horticultural field. No application is required.
Noel Enman Memorial Award
Established in 1984, the Noel Enman Memorial Award is presented annually in memory of NSAC alumnus Noel Enman (1961–1983) to a technical graduate whose personality and fellowship have contributed to student life and activities, thereby gaining the respect of the students and faculty at NSAC. Nominations should be submitted through the office of the Dean of Student Services by February 18. The award is presented at the graduation class banquet prior to Convocation.
Etta PHYS0050 Prize
A $100 NSAC Bookstore voucher will be presented to an outstanding returning student who achieves the highest mark in the PHYS0050 course. The prize may not be awarded every semester; alternatively, more than one prize may be awarded in any given semester. No application is required.
Farm Credit Canada Business Planning Awards
Sponsored by Farm Credit Canada, the purpose of this award program is to encourage agricultural students to apply their knowledge and create “real-life” farm and related business plans for their operations (home, existing, or start-up). The awards are open to students in the final year of the Diploma in Enterprise Management program who complete business plans during the business project course (MGMT0201). Projects will be evaluated on the following basis: 60% on content, including realistic basis and accurate calculations; 40% on writing, format and presentation. A student who has received an FCC Farm Business Planning Award is not eligible for a second one.
Cash prizes are distributed based on the number of submissions from participating students (as individuals or teams). Prize monies are to be distributed to individuals or jointly to teams as follows:
- Less than nine submissions – no award
- 10 to 25 submissions – $4,000 (1st prize $2,500; 2nd prize $1,500)
- 26+ submissions – $6,000 (1st prize $2,500; 2nd prize $1,500; 3rd prize $1,000, 4th prize $1,000)
Prizes are presented at Convocation. No application is required.
H. J. Fraser Memorial Prize for English
In memory of the late Professor H. J. Fraser, a prize is awarded to a second-year student who has achieved excellence and provided significant contribution to the discussion in a first-year English course at NSAC. No application is required.
Dr. Gerry W. Friars Undergraduate Research Prize
The $250 Dr. Gerry W. Friars Undergraduate Research Prize is awarded at Convocation to the student who is judged to have completed the best written research report as part of the fourth-year project requirements. Dr. Friars, an NSAC Alumnus from 1948, was introduced to scientific research by an undergraduate research project, thus beginning a career in research and teaching. No application is required.
Governor General’s Medals
The gold Governor General’s Medal is awarded to the M.Sc. graduate from the current year with the highest compiled score for the thesis, thesis defence, graduate course record, and teaching performance. A silver Governor General’s Medal is awarded to the Bachelor’s graduate (B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Tech) who achieves the highest cumulative academic standing in the program. A bronze Governor General’s Medal is awarded to the technology graduate who achieves the highest academic standing in the program. To be eligible, students must have completed at least half of their program at NSAC. No application is required.
Hanna CHEM0050 Prize
A $100 NSAC Bookstore voucher will be presented to an outstanding returning student who achieves the highest mark in the CHEM0050 class. The prize may not be awarded every semester; alternatively, more than one prize may be awarded in any given semester. No application is required.
Ketchum Manufacturing Company Limited Prize
The $100 Ketchum Manufacturing Company Limited Prize is awarded to a graduate of the Animal Science option. No application is required.
Leelee MATH0050 Prize
A $100 NSAC Bookstore voucher will be presented to an outstanding returning student who achieves the highest mark in the MATH0050 class. The prize may not be awarded every semester; alternatively, more than one prize may be awarded in any given semester. No application is required.
Novartis Award
The Novartis Award is presented at Convocation to the top all-round student graduating from the Veterinary Technology program who has particularly excelled in the area of parasitology. No application is required.
Patterson Law Prize
Patterson Law offers a $500 prize to any full-time student enrolled at NSAC who has lived or worked on a farm. Applicants are required to submit an essay (500–1000 words) regarding any major issue facing the farming community. The student who receives the award will be chosen on the basis of the quality of the essay written. Essays will be evaluated on the basis of insight into issues, quality of writing and readability, and organization. Applications must be submitted to the Awards Office no later than September 20.
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APENS Scholarships and Awards
The Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia (APENS) provides a number of scholarships and awards valued at $500, $1,000 and $1,500. Six $1,000 awards are presented to students graduating with an Engineering Diploma or Certificate (one from each of the Associated Universities in NS) who best demonstrates outstanding abilities to serve the society in an ethical manner as a Professional Engineer. Selection criteria include: ethical conduct, extracurricular activities, industry and intelligence, scholastic achievement, service to fellow students, technical skills, and need. The APENS Prize is awarded to one of the APENS Award recipients for academic excellence. Six $1,500 Entrance Scholarships are awarded to graduating students (one from each of the Associated Universities) who exhibit academic excellence; the scholarships are held at Dalhousie University.
As well, $500 scholarships are available for children of members of Engineers NS who are enrolled in first-year Engineering studies at any recognized university or college. See the website for details and deadlines for all of these awards.
www.apens.ns.ca/studentservices.asp?PageID=12
Cobequid Dog Club Scholarship
The Cobequid Dog Club awards a $400 scholarship to an NS student from NSAC who is admitted to a veterinary college. No application is required.
Harney Estate Scholarships
Renewable $5,000 scholarships are awarded annually to NSAC graduates who are accepted or registered at Macdonald College or the University of Guelph for graduate work in agriculture. These scholarships are granted, based on high academic records, to students who are committed to research excellence. Dr. Patricia Harney, NSAC Diploma Class of 1948 and OAC Professor in Horticultural Sciences, has made generous provision through her estate to support NSAC students who wish to pursue graduate studies in agriculture at McGill University’s Macdonald College or at the University of Guelph. The scholarships from this fund serve to preserve the long-standing links between NSAC, Macdonald College and the University of Guelph. This award is tenable for two years for a Master’s degree program and three years for a Ph.D. program. Renewability will be based on maintaining scholarship standing in the program (will require A- or 80%). While registered at the University of Guelph or Macdonald College the recipient may, with appropriate permission, pursue research at NSAC. Scholarship funds will be disbursed to the recipient through the institution in which the student is registered. See the NSAC Awards Office for further application information.
Dr. Allan and Barbara MacKay Scholarship
The $1,000 Dr. Allan and Barbara MacKay scholarship is awarded annually to a student from NSAC admitted to the Atlantic Veterinary College. In recognition of his long association with the practice of veterinary medicine in NS and with NSAC, Dr. J. Allan MacKay, NSAC class of 1943, has established this scholarship, which will be presented at NSAC’s Scholarship Banquet. No application is required.
Edith Main Memorial Bursary
In memory of Edith Main, the auxiliary to the Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association awards a $100 bursary to an NS student who has attended NSAC and has been admitted to a Canadian veterinary college. No application is required.
Nova Scotia Fur Institute Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Fur Institute annually awards a $2,500 scholarship to a graduate student. The scholarship is open to any graduate student who is pursuing research in fur production and is attending full-time graduate studies at a recognized Canadian University (Note: individuals enrolled outside of Canada but attending Canadian institutions would be eligible). Selection will be based on an assessment of the proposed research using the following weighting criteria: relevance of the research to fur production issues, innovativeness of the proposed research, presentation and clarity of the research proposal, project progress at time of application, plans for use of funds, and responses to questions. Final scholarship selection will be made by the Fur Institute. Letter of application (with transcript and resumé) must be submitted no later than July 27 to:
George C. Smith, Chair, Nova Scotia Fur Institute
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Room 217, Harlow Institute, 176 College Road,
PO Box 550, Truro, NS B2N 5E
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Centennial Scholarships
Since 1967 Nova Scotia Power has been proudly supporting Engineering education with the Centennial Scholarship Program. By continuing the program, Nova Scotia Power remains a major investor in post-secondary education for Nova Scotians. There are five $2,000 scholarships, with a two-year tenure, awarded annually to students commencing full-time studies at Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Engineering for a two-year period. The scholarships are open to all engineering disciplines. A selection committee made up of NSPI employees will review applications and select successful candidates, taking into consideration academic excellence, personal attributes of the applicants, and involvement in extracurricular activities. Applicants must be Canadian citizens (or landed immigrants) and full-time residents of Nova Scotia for at least three years, including the two years immediately prior to their scholarship application. They should be eligible to receive their Engineering Diploma in May and intend to continue full-time studies at Dalhousie in September of the same year. Applications consisting of a resume, an official copy of student’s academic transcript and an essay (including educational and career goals, non-academic attributes, and what receipt of the scholarship would mean) must be submitted to Head, Engineering Department, Banting Building, NSAC, by January 28.
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Although not exclusive to NSAC students, the following scholarships/awards are available to students entering NSAC.
African Nova Scotian Student University Entrance Scholarships
Valued at $4,500, these scholarships are available to African Nova Scotian students who successfully complete Grade 12 in the public school system of NS within the current year and who have been accepted and will attend a university in the academic year immediately following Grade 12. Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time degree program and have obtained an average of 75% in select courses. Application deadline is May 31.
acs.ednet.ns.ca/content/university-entrance-scholarship
Wallace Anderson Memorial Scholarship Fund
The scholarship is for manual Deaf students(s) living in southwestern New Brunswick who wish to further their educational goals on a full-time or part-time basis. Application forms must be submitted no later than April 30 to: Saint John Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Inc., c/o Scholarship Fund Committee, 302–646 Fairville Blvd., Saint John, NB E2M 4Y7.
www.sjdhhs.com/ScholarshipForm.doc
Aquaculture Association of Canada Scholarship
Three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded annually to AAC student members enrolled in a post-secondary institution in an aquaculture-related program. Selection is based on scholastic ability (transcript of marks required); interest and involvement in aquaculture (e.g. summer employment); publication record, if any; and a 250-word essay on where the applicant sees him/herself contributing to sustainable aquaculture development in the future. Contact the NSAC Awards Office or check the website for further details. Application deadline is March 18.
www.aquacultureassociation.ca/awards/aac-student-scholarship
Association of Nova Scotia Housing Authorities Awards
Several $1,000 renewable awards are awarded each year to NS residents who live in housing units administered by a Nova Scotia Housing Authority and need financial assistance to enable them to continue their education at a post-secondary level (e.g., university, community college, trade school, or technical school). Awards are tenable at any legally recognized educational institution chosen by the applicant and approved by ANSHA. The application deadline is May 1. Information and application forms are available at: ANSHA Student Awards Committee, PO Box 753, Amherst, NS B3H 4B9.
Atlantic Canada Marine Biodiversity Essay Contest
The Centre for Marine Biodiversity has an annual essay contest open to all Grade 12 students in NL, NS, NB, and PE. The essay contest will provide an opportunity for students at the pre-University level of education to learn about marine biodiversity in Canada and to share what is learned in a creative and effective manner. Students are asked to write an original essay that highlights recent Canadian marine biodiversity research. Application deadline is April 15. www.marinebiodiversity.ca/cmb/education/atlantic-canada-marine-biodiversity-essay-contest
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf Scholarship Awards
The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing offers several scholarships, varying from $1,000 to $10,000, for full-time students who are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree. This is a merit-based scholarship program. Hearing loss must have been diagnosed before the applicant’s fourth birthday, and spoken communication must be the applicant’s primary mode of communication. Applications must be submitted by March 15.
agbell.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=493
Bell Aliant Pioneer Volunteer Awards
This scholarship is awarded to a person with vision loss, living in NS or PEI, to assist with tuition costs while attending a post-secondary program. Under the management of the Aliant Pioneer Volunteers and a CNIB selection committee, a candidate will be awarded a scholarship in the amount of $2,000. The candidate must be aged 25 years or under, with a visual acuity of 20/70 or less with correction. Candidates must be graduating from Grade 12 during the application year (or be a high school graduate) and registered in a post-secondary educational program. Candidates should have a reasonable level of achievement and a genuine need for financial assistance. Application deadline is June 4.
www.cnib.ca/en/ns-pei/awards/alliant-pioneer-award
Arlene Burris Memorial Scholarship
The Arlene Burris Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a person studying in any field that will prepare him or her to work with children who are deaf or hard of hearing, or to an individual who is deaf or hard of hearing pursuing post-secondary studies. Application deadline is May 1. For more information please contact Programs for Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority, (902) 424-8500 or dhh@apsea.ca.
www.gnb.ca/0048/PCSDP/DirectoriesForPersons/DirectoryFinancialAssistanceStudents/Index-e.asp
Canadian Forces Personnel Assistance Fund
Assistance is in place to assist serving and former members and their dependents with costs of post-secondary education. Applications will be accepted throughout the year until funds are exhausted; however, to obtain the loan in time for the semester beginning in September, submissions should arrive at CFPAF by June 30.
www.sisip.ca/en/Downloads_e/ealp_e.asp
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Scholarship
This scholarship program offers financial assistance and recognition to hard-of-hearing and deafened students registered in a full-time program at a recognized Canadian college or university, in any area of study, with the ultimate goal of obtaining a diploma or degree. Two $1,000 awards are available to first-year or returning students. The application deadline is March 1.
chha.ca/chha/scholarships-index.php
Co-op Atlantic McEwen Scholarship
Two university entrance awards of $1,000 are open to employees and dependents of members of Co-op Atlantic. These are four-year renewable scholarships. Selection criteria include academic performance, demonstrated leadership ability, and interest in co‑operation and co-operatives. The application deadline is May 31.
www.coopatlantic.ca/htm.aspx?id=135
Copnick/Hilliard Scholarship Fund
Each year, a $1,000 award is provided to a post-secondary Canadian student with severe mobility impairment. Applicants are encouraged to submit up to three letters of reference. Evidence of the applicant’s disability status must be verified by a qualified healthcare professional (e.g., physician, rehabilitation counsellor, nurse, etc.) and submitted with the application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that the selection committee receives all necessary documentation, such as letters of reference and transcripts of the last two years of study. Application deadline is August 15.
www.canparaplegic.org/en/Employment_and_Education_24/SCHOLARSHIPS_7/3.html
Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick Scholarship
Dairy Farmers of NB offer a $750 scholarship to an NB resident who is enrolled in any year of an approved technician or technology diploma or certificate program relating to agriculture. For further information and application form, contact nbmilk@nbmilk.com or (506) 432-4330. Application deadline is June 15.
Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick Memorial Scholarship
Dairy Farmers of NB offer a $750 scholarship to an NB resident who is enrolled in the first year of a recognized post-secondary agricultural program. For further information and application form, contact nbmilk@nbmilk.com or (506) 432-4330. Application deadline is
June 15.
Donald E. Curren Scholarship
The Donald E. Curren Scholarships are open to mobility-impaired students who have been accepted by a university in the Atlantic Provinces, with preference given to applicants who are paraplegic or quadriplegic. Recipients must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents and reside in the Atlantic Provinces. The deadline for applications is July 31.
www.canparaplegic.org/en/Education_133/items/Donald_E_Curren_Scholarship_Application_For_Download_12.html
Epilepsy Association of NS Memorial Scholarship/Bursary
and the James Russell Kline Memorial Bursary
The EANS offers three $500 bursaries. To be eligible, applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents resident in NS for at least 12 months who are under a physician’s care for treatment of epilepsy, 18 years old by August 1 in the year of application, and accepted into a recognized post-secondary school. See the NSAC Awards Office for further details and application form. The deadline is May 15.
epilepsyns.com/eans/programs.html
Epilepsy Canada Scholarships
This initiative, which is funded by Lundbeck Canada Inc., will help 30 young people with epilepsy across Canada continue their college or university studies. Each of these students will receive an award worth $1,000 applicable to the current academic year. The scholarship award program is open to all young people between the ages of 16 and 29 who are under the care of a Canadian physician for the treatment of epilepsy. The deadline is February 25.
www.epilepsy.ca/eng/mainSet.html
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program
This program provides scholarships to students entering or attending post-secondary educational institutions within Canada. The successful applicants are recognized for dedication to community service, humanitarianism, perseverance and courage in the face of obstacles, and the pursuit of excellence in fitness and academics. The scholarship is a renewable award, subject to satisfactory progress. The value of each award is $7,000 per year for a maximum of four years or until the first degree is obtained. The deadline for applications is February 1.
www.terryfoxawards.ca/english/information.html
Fredericton Scottish Rite Award
This $500 award is given to students graduating from School Districts 10, 12, 13, 17, and 18 who have intellectual disabilities. For more information contact: Fredericton Scottish Rite Award, c/o Fredericton Association for Community Living, 1079 York Street, Fredericton, NB E3B 3S4. The application deadline is April 15.
www.gnb.ca/0048/english/schindex.htm
Walter and Wayne Gretzky Scholarship Foundation for the Blind Youth of Canada
Scholarships of $3,000 to $5,000 are available to applicants who are blind or severely visually impaired, graduating from secondary school, and planning to pursue a full-time post-secondary course of study. The applicants must be Canadian citizens or have held landed immigrant status for one year prior to the date of application. The selection committee will endeavor to select winners from the various regions of Canada. Applications must be received by May 31.
www.cnib.ca/en/about/awards/scholarships/wgs
Imperial Tobacco Scholarship Fund for Disabled Students
This program provides a minimum of ten $5,000 awards each year to help Canadian disabled students attend university. Persons applying for the award must be Canadian citizens or have lived in Canada for at least two years as legal permanent citizens. All applicants must be entering or currently enrolled in their first undergraduate program at a Canadian post-secondary institution. Recipients may re-apply. The deadline to apply is June 1.
www.ldrc.ca/scholarships.php
Jamie Irving Memorial 4-H Scholarship
The $1,000 Jamie Irving Memorial 4-H Scholarship is presented to a PEI student with a 4-H background entering a recognized post-secondary institution. Selection criteria include 4-H background, community involvement, goals and ambitions, an interview, and an essay. Application deadline is April 15.
pei4h.pe.ca/page/Scholarships.aspx
Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline Liaison Scholarships & Academic Achievement Awards
The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq Chiefs and Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline (M&NP) are committed to the development of future generations of Mi’kmaq students through academic and personal development. They have made available $1,500 scholarships for full-time and part-time students enrolled in university, college, vocational school, or technical institute, and $500 Academic Achievement Awards for students graduating from high school, Adult High School, or academic upgrading. To be eligible, students must be registered with a Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq band, enrolled either full-time or part-time and expect to return the following year to their field of study, and graduating from high school or a university program. Call (902) 490-2209 for more information. The application deadlines are June 13 for scholarships and July 18, for academic achievement awards.
www.mns.firstnet.ca or www.mnpp.com
Mattinson Endowment Fund Scholarship for Disabled Students
This program is to encourage Canadian students with a disability to obtain a first university degree. The award is $2,500; the number awarded each year will be based on the funding available for that year. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or have lived in Canada for two years as legal permanent citizens. Candidates must be diagnosed with a documented permanent disability that is the primary disability for which they are applying, and they must have a minimum average of 75%. Recipients may re-apply. The application deadline is June 8.
juno.aucc.ca/wes/hes.aspx?pg=934&oth=0001442009
Monsanto Canada Inc. Scholarships
Monsanto Canada Inc. awards sixty $1,500 scholarships to high school students from across Canada entering the first year of Agriculture (any discipline), Forestry, Agri-Science, or Management (Marketing/Finance) degree or diploma programs at Canadian educational institutions. Students from agricultural or forestry family farms are eligible. Selection criteria include academic performance and leadership in the community. Application forms are available on the website. For more information, call 1-800-667-4944. Applications must be postmarked no later than May 13.
www.monsanto.ca/about/scholarship/opportunity.asp
National Bank of Canada Bursary and Summer Employment Program
National Bank of Canada provides an annual bursary and summer employment program for university and CEGEP students with physical or sensory disabilities, to help them pursue their studies and gain work experience in a field related to their studies. Under the program, the bank awards a $5,000 bursary and a paid 12-week summer job for a university student in QC, ON or NB and one $2,500 bursary and a paid 10-week summer job for a CEGEP student in Quebec. Program information and application forms are available on the website. Application deadline is February 1.
www.nbc.ca/bnc/files/bnc10131/en/2/e902.html
National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS) Scholarships
The National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS) is now accepting applications for the NEADS Equity through Education Student Awards Program and the Holly Bartlett Memorial Bursary. These awards are being offered to encourage full access to post-secondary education for persons with disabilities enrolled in undergraduate, graduate or professional degree programs at recognized Canadian universities, or in certified diploma programs at Canadian colleges. Up to 12 outstanding applicants, who meet the criteria of the Equity Through Education Student Awards Program, will be receiving an award in the amount of $3,000 to support the costs of their tuition and student fees. One deserving applicant will receive the new Holly Bartlett Memorial Bursary in the amount of $1,000. For more information, please contact the NEADS office: National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS), Room 426 Unicentre, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6, (613) 380-8065.
www.neads.ca/en/about/projects/ete2/scholarship
National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) Scholarships
Each year, the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) offers four $1,500 scholarships that reflect its pursuit of equal opportunity for all workers. They are open to the children of the National Union’s 340,000 members who are starting a post-secondary education. Details are available on the website.
www.nupge.ca/scholarships
New Brunswick Fruit Growers’ Association Scholarship
The $300 New Brunswick Fruit Growers’ Association Scholarship is awarded to an NB resident entering a program of study in horticulture or related courses at an agricultural college or university with the purpose of returning to, or working in, the New Brunswick tree fruit industry. Selection criteria include academic performance, involvement in community activities, volunteer work, farming or orchard experience, interest in the fruit-growing industry, and future career plans. Applications must be submitted no later than September 30 to: NBFGA, Scholarship Committee, 1115 Regent Street, Suite 206, Fredericton, NB E3B 3Z2.
NS Department of Agriculture 4-H Scholarships
The Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture awards four $1,000 scholarships to students with NS 4-H backgrounds entering a Bachelor’s degree program at a recognized university. At least one scholarship will be presented to a student enrolling in the first year of an agricultural or veterinary science program. Applications, including an essay (2,500–4,000 words) on the topic “The Importance of Nova Scotia’s Agriculture” and a transcript of marks, must be received by April 1.
www.gov.ns.ca/agri/4h/glkit/app_forms.shtml
NSGEU Bursaries
The Nova Scotia Government & General Employees Union (NSGEU) offers bursaries to dependents of NSGEU members. The bursary will be tenable for a program of study leading to a degree, diploma or certificate at any recognized post‑secondary institution. The bursaries are awarded once a year, and the application deadline is October 15.
www.nsgeu.ca/Education/index.cfm
NSGEU Scholarships
The Nova Scotia Government & General Employees Union offers scholarships to dependent children of NSGEU members. The applicant must be a dependent child of a member in good standing (for at least 12 months prior to the application), the dependent child of a retired member (for at least 12 months prior to retirement was a member in good standing), or the dependent child of a deceased member. These scholarships are awarded once a year. The application deadline is October 15.
www.nsgeu.ca/Education/index.cfm
Nova Scotia 4-H Council Scholarship
The Nova Scotia 4-H Council awards a $1,000 scholarship to a student with an NS 4-H background who is entering post-secondary study. Applications, including a 1,500-word essay on
“How I Have Benefited from My 4-H Career,” must be received by April 1.
www.nsgeu.ca/education
Nova Scotia Fruit Growers’ Association Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Fruit Growers’ Association awards a $500 bursary to a student entering or already in a post-secondary education program in the field of Tree Fruit Production or a related science program which might include the following: Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Plant Science, Environmental Science, Business or Agri-Business. Selection criteria include academic achievement, participation in school and community activities, and interest in the tree fruit industry. Applications, including a resumé, university/college acceptance letter or transcript, and an essay outlining career and life goals, must be received no later than May 31 by: Education Committee, NS Fruit Growers’ Association, Blair House, 32 Main Street, Kentville, NS B4N 1J5.
Nova Scotian Institute of Science Mentorship Program
This mentorship program is aimed at university students (undergraduate and graduate) seeking guidance regarding their career opportunities in science. For more information or to arrange for a mentor, email sean.tibbetts@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca.
www.chebucto.ns.ca/Science/NSIS/students.html
Nova Scotia Technology Education Association Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Technology Education Association is pleased to offer two entrance scholarships in the amount of $250 to the NSAC Bachelor of Technology in Applied Science program, the first degree of its kind in Eastern Canada. Flexibility is the key to this innovative program, which provides a hands-on applied science degree with a curriculum that includes lab work and group projects. Upon completion, students can apply for direct admission to Acadia University’s Bachelor of Education in Technology program. Application deadline is May 31.
nstea.nstu.ca/web
Partnership for Access Awareness Nova Scotia Scholarships
Partnership for Access Awareness Nova Scotia (PAANS), with the assistance of the Collaborative Partnership Network (CPN), sponsors scholarships to students with disabilities who are planning to pursue further studies. To qualify, a student must have a permanent disability, be a permanent resident of NS, be entering or returning to a Canadian post-secondary institution which is recognized by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, and not be involved in the selection process or related to any PAANS scholarship selection committee member. Application deadline is April 15.
www.paans.ca
Pengrowth—Nova Scotia Energy Scholarship Program
Scholarships are available to well-rounded individuals with a variety of interests who have an established track record of community involvement through activities like volunteer work, sports and other community-based activities. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Nova Scotia, prepared to demonstrate interest in an energy-related career through an essay or similar means, graduating from an NS secondary school with an average mark of 75% (or ‘B’) in a full academic course load in Grade 12, and be accepted into an accredited post-secondary institution for studies in science, engineering or business at the Bachelor level. Application deadline is April 30.
www.gov.ns.ca/energy/careers-training
Prince Edward Island 4-H Council Scholarship
The PEI 4-H Council awards a $1,000 scholarship to a student with a PEI 4-H background who is entering post-secondary study. Selection criteria include knowledge of 4-H history, community involvement, goals and ambitions, an essay, and an interview. Further information is available from PEI high school guidance counsellors. The deadline is April 15.
pei4h.pe.ca/page/Scholarships.aspx
PEI Mutual Education Trust Fund Centennial Scholarship
Twenty $ 500 entrance scholarships are available to PEI students who are attending any post-secondary institution. Selection criteria are based on academic performance and financial need. Students are encouraged to check with high school guidance counsellors. The deadline is May 31.
www.edu.pe.ca/agriculture/entrancescholar.html
Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council of Canada (PIJAC) Scholarships
Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to PIJAC Canada members, their staff and immediate family who are pursuing post‑
secondary studies in one of the fields pertinent to this industry. Application deadline is April 25. For information call 1-800-667-7452.
www.pijaccanada.com
Provincial Artisans (Fredericton) Inc. Bursaries
Several annual bursaries totaling $10,000 are being funded by Provincial Artisans (Fredericton) Inc. To qualify for an award a student must have a disability, be entering or currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution, and be a resident of New Brunswick. The application deadline is June 30.
www.fredfdn.ca/content/19493
Rixon Rafter Scholarship Fund and the Judge Brian Stevenson Scholarship Fund
The Judge Brian Stevenson Scholarship Fund and the Rixon Rafter Scholarship Fund are available to blind students attending post‑secondary programs. These scholarships, ranging from $300 to $500, are given to successful candidates based on their financial needs, academic achievement, and career goals. Both scholarships are administered through the Ross Macdonald School in Ontario. Application forms are available from CNIB Divisional Offices or the Ross Macdonald School: Rixon Rafter Scholarship Committee/Judge Brian Stevenson Scholarship Committee, Ross Macdonald School, Brantford, ON N3T 3J9, (519) 759-0730.
Rotary Club of Truro Post-Secondary Entrance Educational Bursary
The Rotary Club of Truro offers two $1,500 post-secondary entrance educational bursaries to students wishing to pursue post-secondary studies at a college or university. The bursaries are tenable only at recognized post-secondary institutions and are awarded to students who reside in the geographic area served by the Rotary Club of Truro, Nova Scotia. These are non-renewable bursaries. Selection criteria include academic standing, community involvement, and need. Application deadline is May 1.
Royal Canadian Legion Bursaries/Scholarships
These awards are available to Grade 12 students entering first-year studies at university, community college, or trade school. The following bursaries/scholarships are offered: Nova Scotia/Nunavut Command Bursary; Jack Moore Memorial Dominion Command Bursary; LAC Bursary; Wales Scholarship (for disabled students); Elsie Jean Lambert Scholarship; Halifax Poppy Fund Bursary. Complete information on the bursaries and scholarships is available at the Legion branches.
www.legion.ca/Poppy/scholarship_e_cfm
TD Canada Trust Scholarships
Twenty TD Canada Trust Scholarships are awarded honouring Canadian high school students for outstanding community leadership. The scholarships, worth $70,000, include full tuition to a Canadian university or college, an extra $7,500 a year for living expenses, and summer employment at TD Canada Trust for up to four years. Application deadline is October 31.
www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship
TD 4-H Agriculture Scholarships
TD Bank Financial Group and the Canadian 4-H Council sponsor up to ten $2,500 scholarships for 4-H members in their last year of high school who are planning to enroll in post-secondary education in a discipline related to agriculture or agri-business. Applications including a transcript of marks must be received at Canadian 4-H Council by October.
www.gov.ns.ca/agri/4h/glkit/app_forms.shtml
Carol Thomson Memorial Fund
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to recognize a student with a learning disability seeking to use his or her potential to its maximum. The student must be attending a Canadian post-secondary institution. The application deadline is May 15.
www.ldac-taac.ca/Scholarships/thomson_criteria-e.asp
Toyota Earth Day Scholarship Program
The Toyota Earth Day Scholarship Program offers twenty $5,000 scholarships to students across Canada who have distinguished themselves through environmental community service, extracurricular and volunteer activities, and academic excellence. One exceptional student will also be presented with the Toyota Earth Day Scholarship National Award and a Panasonic notebook computer. The application and information are available online. The deadline is January 31.
www.earthday.ca/scholarship
Young Canada Works
Each year Young Canada Works (YCW) creates approximately 2,650 jobs for students and young graduates. YCW supports four summer job programs for students and two internship programs for unemployed or underemployed college and university graduates. Youth and employers can find more information and can apply on the website. The application deadline is February 1.
www.pch.gc.ca/ycw-jct/index-eng.cfm
Robert Walker Memorial Scholarship
Established in 1975 as a memorial to Robert Walker, who lost his life in a farm accident, scholarships are awarded to NB students entering a first year of post-secondary study. Applicants must have been active 4-H members in the Southern District of New Brunswick and have a farm background. Application information is available from NB Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture, 701 Main St., PO Box 5305, Sussex, NB E4E 7H7; phone (506) 432-2150; fax (506) 432-2044. The application deadline is July 31.
www.nb4h.com/ewelcome/escholarship/escholarship.htm
Wanderer’s Amateur Athletic Scholarship
This award is open to students who have had an injury leading to paraplegia or quadriplegia, who have been accepted at a post-secondary institution in the Atlantic Provinces. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents residing in Atlantic Canada prior to applying. For information e-mail Halifax@canparaplegic.org. The deadline is July 31.
www.nsnet.org/cpans/schol.html
Western District (NB) Grain Growers Scholarship
This $300 scholarship is awarded to a student currently registered in the 4-H Program in the Western District of New Brunswick, entering post-secondary study in the fall. Selection criteria include financial need, academic record, and 4-H involvement. Application information is available from the NB Provincial 4-H office.
Garfield Weston Awards—Entrance Awards
The Garfield Weston Merit Scholarship for Colleges program provides scholarships for students entering two-year programs of study at eligible colleges in Canada. NSAC is a participant in the GWMSC Consortium. There are up to 25 national awards, comprising a tuition waiver from a consortium college renewable for one or two additional years; an $8,000 stipend renewable for one or two additional years; access to summer program funding, up to $3,500; and mentorship. Applicants must be either Canadian citizens or permanent residents and be entering a recognized diploma program leading to a first diploma or certificate to be eligible at an approved Canadian post‑secondary educational institution. At NSAC, students entering two‑year Technical diploma programs (Enterprise Management, Managed Landscapes Technology, Plant Science Technology, and Veterinary Technology) are eligible. Application deadline is March 29.
www.garfieldwestonawards.ca
F. J. L. Woodcock/Sir Arthur Pearson Association of War-blinded Scholarship Fund
Students who have not more than 20/70 vision after correction and who are continuing either their vocational or academic education at the post-secondary level are eligible to apply for a scholarship. Students should have a high degree of motivation, a reasonable level of achievement, and a need for assistance. Completed applications must be received at the SAPA National Office by April 30.
www.cnib.ca/en/about/awards/scholarships/sapa
Zonta Club of Truro Bursary
The Zonta Club of Truro, NS, has established a $1,000 bursary open to women of mature status who are attending or plan to attend a program of post-secondary education. A woman of mature status is defined as one who has been out of secondary school for five or more years. The bursary’s purpose is to provide incentive for further education to mature women who need financial assistance. The program of further education needs to be of at least two semesters’ duration. Selection criteria include having qualifications for admission to the chosen program, having a defined education goal, having made arrangements for looking after family/dependent responsibility, and being highly motivated to change lifestyle. See the NSAC Awards Office for further application details. The application deadline is May 31.
www.zontadistrict1.org/truro_ns/index.htm
Zonta Club of Truro High School Bursary
The Zonta Club of Truro, NS, offers two $1,000 bursaries to women graduating from Grade 12 in the five high schools of the former Colchester–East Hants District School Board. Selection criteria include reason for selecting the chosen program of study and financial need. See the NSAC Awards Office for application details. The application deadline is May 31.
www.zontadistrict1.org/truro_ns/index.htm
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Although not exclusive to NSAC students, the following scholarships/awards are available to students studying at NSAC.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Scholarship Program
The objective of this program is to provide incentives to encourage more students to pursue graduate degrees in disciplines related to agriculture and agri-food so as to promote the development of sufficient expertise in the agri-food sector. Graduate studies may be in agri-food marketing and trade; agri-biotechnology; environmentally sustainable agricultural production systems; food technology; industrial uses of agricultural commodities; and information technology related to agriculture and agri-food. Scholarship amounts are $15,000 at the Master’s level with a possibility to renew for one additional year, and $17,000 at the Ph.D. level. Nominations must be received by July 2.
American Society for Enology and Viticulture Scholarships
The American Society for Enology and Viticulture annually awards numerous scholarships to students enrolled in a major, or in a graduate group, emphasizing enology or viticulture or in a curriculum emphasizing a science basic to the wine and grape industry. The awards are not in predetermined amounts and may vary from year to year. To be eligible, students must be residents of Canada, US or Mexico and enrolled in (or accepted into) a full-time accredited four-year college or university undergraduate or graduate program. Application deadline is March 1.
asev.org/scholarship-program/
Animal Nutrition Association of Canada Graduate Scholarship
$1,000 ANAC Graduate Scholarships are awarded to Canadian university graduate students (including landed immigrants) enrolled in Animal Science or a related field of study with a specific interest in animal nutrition (shown by research project/course selection). Applications must include a completed ANAC scholarship application form; a resumé; a reference from the applicant’s university department advisor and/or department head; a one-page report detailing what role the applicant sees for him/herself in the Canadian animal nutrition field in the future; and a list of nutrition-related courses currently enrolled in and those completed (with final grade), in the form of an official transcript or a list signed by the applicant’s academic advisor. The deadline for applicants from universities east of the Ontario/Manitoba border is March 30; for the Western competition the deadline is June 30. See the NSAC Awards Office for application form.
www.anac-anac.ca
Aquaculture Association of Canada Scholarship
Student scholarships valued at $1,000 each will be awarded to winning students enrolled in a post-secondary institution in an aquaculture‑related program. Selection is based on scholastic ability (transcript of marks is required), interest and involvement in aquaculture (e.g. summer employment); publication record (if any); a single letter of support and a 250-word essay on where the applicant sees him/herself contributing to sustainable aquaculture development in the future. The application deadline is March 18.
www.aquacultureassociation.ca/awards/aac-student-scholarship
Dr. Kim Beck Memorial Scholarship
The Turkey Farmers of New Brunswick Marketing Board awards a $500 scholarship in memory of Dr. Kim Beck. The scholarship will be awarded annually to an NB resident who is enrolled in a post-secondary agricultural program. Selection will be based on academic achievement, financial need, involvement in agriculture, and interest in the poultry or food industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 14.
Canadian Association of Diplomas in Agriculture Programs (CADAP) Bursaries
The Canadian Association of Diplomas in Agriculture Programs is an organization of post-secondary educational institutions offering diploma programs in agriculture. Its membership consists of institutions from across the country with a variety of programs emphasizing the agriculture of their region. To enable students from member institutions to benefit from this diversity in programs, the geographical variation, and the differing cultural backgrounds, CADAP will be offering, annually, $1,000 bursaries for two students from different CADAP institutions to participate in an exchange between member institutions. Duration of the exchanges will be one or two semesters or practical experience work sessions of at least 12 weeks. Students wishing to participate should make their interests known to the NSAC Vice‑President Academic by December 15.
Canadian Co-operative Association Scholarships
Graduate and undergraduate students are invited to apply for scholarships supporting research in co-operatives and co-operation which will contribute to the co-operative movement in Canada or abroad. The application deadline is March 31.
www.coopscanada.coop/en/about_cca/Awards
Canadian Federation of University Women (Truro Branch) Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded to mature women (over the age of 25) attending a degree-granting university or college on a full-time basis. Applicants must be Canadian citizens and residents of the town of Truro or the County of Colchester in Nova Scotia. The applicants must have been out of school for at least five years before embarking on their present program of study. A candidate is eligible to apply during any year of a degree-granting program. If still eligible, an applicant may re-apply for this scholarship if the application during the previous year was unsuccessful. For more information, contact the CFUW – Truro Branch at (902) 897-0185. The application deadline is May 15.
Canadian Forces Personnel Assistance Fund
Assistance is in place to assist serving and former members and their dependents with costs of post-secondary education. Applications will be accepted throughout the year until funds are exhausted; however, to obtain the loan in time for the semester beginning in September, submissions should arrive at CFPAF by June 30.
www.sisip.ca/en/Downloads_e/ealp_e.asp
Canadian Golf Superintendents Association Scholarships
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association supports CGSA member students who are attending educational programs as a means of enhancing their knowledge and skills for the turfgrass profession. The Scholars Fund is available to those currently enrolled in at least the second semester of a recognized turfgrass program of two years’ duration or longer. Selection criteria include academic performance, financial need, and the content of the application which demonstrates the applicant’s interest in the field of turf grass as a career. Applications are due by November 30.
www.golfsupers.com/Content/NavigationMenu/MemberServices/AwardPrograms/StudentScholarsAwards/default.htm
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Scholarship
This scholarship program offers two $1,000 awards and recognition to hard-of-hearing and deafened students registered in a full-time program at a recognized Canadian college or university, in any area of study, with the ultimate goal of obtaining a diploma or degree. The awards are available to first-year or returning students. The application deadline is March 1.
chha.ca/chha/scholarships-index.php
Canadian International Farm Show Youth in Agriculture Bursaries
The Canadian International Farm Show Youth in Agriculture bursaries, presented by Master Promotions Ltd. in partnership with the Junior Farmers’ Association of Ontario, are designed to give back to the agricultural community by supporting the development of the next generation of agricultural leaders. Two bursaries, each worth $2,500, will be awarded to students currently in the first year of an agriculture-related program at an accredited Canadian university or college. Applicants must show both academic achievement and financial need, and must not have reached the age of 30 before January 1, 2011. Strong preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate rural leadership or strong community involvement in organizations like the Junior Farmers’ Association of Ontario. Applications should include: a completed application form; a cover letter outlining the applicant’s background, involvement in the agricultural community, goals for post-graduation, how the applicant’s program relates to pursuing an agriculture-related career and how receiving the CIFS bursary would better enable them to pursue their studies; an up-to-date resume; an official transcript showing final marks for all completed first-term courses; and two letters of recommendation, including one on letterhead from a university/college faculty or staff member. It is recommended the second letter be from an established member of a local farm/rural organization that the applicant is involved in. Both letters must be sent directly to JFAO by March 1. The application deadline is March 1.
www.jfao.on.ca/scholarships
Canadian Meat Science Association Scholarships
The Canadian Meat Science Association (CMSA) awards two $2,000 scholarships per year to graduate students studying meat science in Canada. The purpose of the scholarships is to promote quality education and the development of meat science research in Canada. The awards are presented in February. The application deadline is January 15.
cmsa-ascv.ca/english_site_files/home_eng.html
Canadian Western Agribition Scholarships
Several $1,000 scholarships are awarded to students who have participated in the Canadian Western Agribition as exhibitors.
Applicants must have completed at least one year of post-secondary study to be eligible. For further details contact: Canadian Western Agribition, Box 3535, Regina, SK S4P 3J8; phone (306) 565-0565, fax (306) 757-9963. The application deadline is July 1.
agribition@sk.sympatico.ca
Florence M. Christie Memorial Bursary for Women
The Greater Saint John Community Foundation awards annual $1,500 scholarships to women of Saint John, NB. Applicants must be mature female students (i.e., out of high school at least one year) with demonstrated financial need, entering or returning to full- or part-time studies at a post-secondary institution in September. The bursary must be applied to tuition. High academic standing is not a requirement. The application must include the completed application form, a statement of income and expenses, three letters of reference, a transcript of marks, volunteer experience/school participation, and future goals. The application deadline is March 31.
www.saint-john-foundation.nb.ca/Scholarships.html
Harry Colnett Memorial Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship was instituted in 1976 in memory of Harry Colnett, who was a member of the National Association of United Church AOTS Club. This scholarship is available to any male or female studying agriculture and willing to spend time in an underprivileged country. For further details contact the National Secretary.
www.aots.ca/project.htm
Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick Scholarship
The Dairy Farmers of New Brunswick offer a $750 scholarship to an NB resident who is enrolled in any year of an approved technician or technology diploma or certificate program relating to agriculture. For further information and application form, contact nbmilk@nbmilk.com; phone (506) 432-4330. The application deadline is June 15.
Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarship
Datatel provides scholarship support for students currently attending an eligible Datatel client college or university. NSAC is a client of Datatel. Scholarship amounts range from $1,000 to $2,400, based on the undergraduate tuition at the college or university the applicant attends. The application packages will include personal statement essays which should summarize educational goals and objectives, where the applicants have been as individuals, and where they hope their education will take them. They should also indicate the difference a Datatel scholarship would make in their lives and to those around them. The application deadline is January 29.
www.datatelscholars.org
Entomological Society of Canada Postgraduate Awards
The Society offers two $2,000 postgraduate awards to students in study and research leading to a postgraduate degree in entomology (one to a M.Sc. student and one to a Ph.D. student). Awards will be made on the basis of high scholastic achievement and scientific merit. Applicants must be enrolled as full-time graduate students at Canadian universities and be pursuing scientific studies on insects or other related terrestrial arthropods. The application deadline is February 16.
www.esc-sec.ca/postgradtext.html
Robert Felix Memorial Scholarship
The Tree Research & Education Endowment Fund (the TREE Fund) is sponsoring four $3,000 scholarships through the Robert Felix Memorial Fund for undergraduate and technical college students who are pursuing careers in Commercial Arboriculture. The scholarships will be awarded in two parts, one half in each semester of the school year. The scholarships are non-renewable but recipients may re-apply. The application deadline is May 1.
www.treefund.org/scholarships.htm
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program
This program provides scholarships to students entering or attending post-secondary educational institutions within Canada. The successful applicants are recognized for dedication to community service, humanitarianism, perseverance and courage in the face of obstacles, and the pursuit of excellence in fitness and academics. The scholarship is a renewable award, subject to satisfactory progress. The value of each award is $7,000 per year for a maximum of four years or until the first degree is obtained. The deadline for applications is February 1.
www.terryfoxawards.ca/english/information.html
Fredericton Scottish Rite Award
This $500 award is given to students graduating from School Districts 10, 12, 13, 17, and 18 who have intellectual disabilities. For more information contact: Fredericton Scottish Rite Award, c/o Fredericton Association for Community Living, 1079 York Street, Fredericton, NB E3B 3S4. The application deadline is April 15.
www.gnb.ca/0048/english/schindex.htm
Garden Writers Association Scholarships
General scholarship grants are provided for college-level juniors and seniors enrolled as full-time students majoring in Horticulture, Plant Science, and Journalism with an interest in garden communication, including garden photography. Application forms are available at Canadian colleges and universities. The application deadline is December 10.
www.gardenwriters.org
Keith Gilmore Foundation Scholarships
The Keith Gilmore Foundation provides two $2,500 scholarships to individuals in a postgraduate degree program, up to four $2,000 scholarships to individuals in an undergraduate degree program, and four $1,500 scholarships to individuals in a recognized diploma program in agriculture, agricultural journalism or veterinary medicine at a recognized university, leading to a career in the field of agriculture. Selection is based on academic merit, contribution to school and/or community, an indication of career objectives, and involvement and accomplishments in a youth program. The successful applicants will have already completed a minimum of one year in their programs. The application deadline is May 15.
keithgilmorefoundation.com/scholarships.htm
John Gyles Education Awards
The John Gyles Education Awards of up to $3,000 are available each year to male and female students for all areas of post-secondary study in both Canada and the United States. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a scale of 4.0 (or similar grade assessment) and must also have citizenship in either the US or Canada. Additional criteria are listed on the application form. See website for further application details. Applications must be mailed by June 1.
www.johngyleseducationcenter.com/scholarship.html
Hants County Exhibition Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship, sponsored by the Windsor Agricultural Society, is offered to residents of Hants County, NS, entering any year of any program at a recognized agricultural or veterinary college who have aspirations of working in the agricultural industry. Selection criteria include academic performance, extracurricular activities, part-time employment, and career plans. Application forms with copies of transcripts must be received by August 26 at: Windsor Agricultural Society, PO Box 368, Windsor, NS B0N 2T0.
Anna Helvig Schousboe Scholarship
This $300 scholarship is awarded to a resident from Kings County, NB, working towards a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, or Home Economics at a post-secondary institution. Application information is available at the NSAC Awards Office. The application deadline is September 20.
Holstein Canada Bursaries
Holstein Canada offers six $750 bursaries: one in Atlantic Canada, two in Ontario, two in Quebec, and one in Western Canada. Applicants must be regular or junior members of Holstein Canada, or children of members; must have completed at least one year of university/college (or CEGEP in Quebec), and must be returning to school within the school year. Applications must include an official original transcript, a resume, and a completed application form. Application forms are available on the website or from the NSAC Awards Office. The application deadline is November 30.
www.holstein.ca
Imperial Tobacco Scholarship Fund for Disabled Students
This program awards a minimum of ten $5,000 scholarships to help disabled students attend university. Persons applying for the award must be Canadian citizens or have lived in Canada for at least two years as legal permanent citizens. All applicants must be entering or currently enrolled in their first undergraduate program at a Canadian post-secondary institution. Recipients may re-apply. The deadline to apply is June 1.
www.tru.ca/financialaid/awards/external/imperialtobacco.html
Arlen Kerr Memorial Scholarship
The Canada Mink Breeders Association awards a $2,000 renewable scholarship to a Canadian graduate student engaged in mink research who is attending any Canadian university or veterinary college. Applicants should submit their education profiles and research proposals by January 15 to: Karlene Hart, Executive Secretary, Canada Mink Breeders Association, 65 Skyway Ave., Suite B, Rexdale, ON M9W 6C7.
Kin Canada Bursaries
The Hal Rogers Endowment Fund provides $1,000 bursaries to full-time Canadian students demonstrating financial need, extracurricular involvement, high ideals, and qualities of citizenship who have not already received a bursary from the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund. The deadline is February 1.
www.bursary.ca
The Leonard Foundation
The Leonard Foundation offers financial assistance to university students who are experiencing specific financial difficulties. Full-time students who are enrolled in an undergraduate or first professional degree program in a recognized Canadian college or university (AUCC) are eligible. All applicants will be considered but preference will be given to sons and daughters of clergy, teachers, military personnel, graduates of Royal Military College, members of the Engineering Institute of Canada, and members of the Mining and Metallurgical Institute of Canada. The amount of assistance may vary depending on the applicant’s financial situation, but on average will be about $1,250. Applications are available from: The Provincial Nominator, The Leonard Foundation, 1774 Pryor St., Halifax, NS B3H 4G8. Applications must be submitted and an interview arranged with the Nominator nearest you (listed on insert in application) by March 15.
www.leonardfnd.org
Terry MacDonald Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a Southern District NB 4-H member from a farm family who is entering or enrolled in post-secondary study. An interview is part of the application process. Applications are available from: Ron Menzies, RR #4, Norton, NB E0G 2N0. The application deadline is July 31.
www.nb4h.com/ewelcome/escholarship/escholarship.htm
C. C. MacDougall Scholarship
This $250 scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Home Economics or Veterinary Medicine. To be eligible, a student must have been a 4-H member from Kings County, NB, or have parents who raise or breed Guernseys anywhere in NB. The application form must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Maritime Dairy Industry Scholarship
Two individual scholarships of $2,000 will be awarded to residents of NS, NB or PEI who are currently attending post-secondary education institutions within Canada and have completed at least three years of study in programs that have application to the dairy industry. Applicants must show professional and academic promise and a commitment to and interest in the dairy industry. Applicants must submit a completed application form, a one-page letter stating their commitment and interest in the dairy industry, an official transcript of marks for completed years in post-secondary education, and three reference letters (at least one from a professor). Selection will be based on application requirements, academic standing, and potential contribution and commitment to the dairy industry. Applications must be submitted by January 31 to: The Maritime Dairy Industry Scholarship Committee, c/o Milk Maritime Inc., 191 Halifax St., Suite 3, Moncton, NB E1E 4E1.
dairynutrition.ca/research-funding/the-maritime-dairy-industry-award
Paul R. MacPhail PEI Potato Industry Scholarship
The PEI Potato Board offers a $500 scholarship to PEI students studying at the graduate or undergraduate level of an agricultural degree program at any recognized Canadian agricultural institution, or to students in a postgraduate degree program at a recognized Canadian university, carrying out research projects related to potato production and utilization (including all disciplines, e.g. biotechnology, pathology, entomology, etc.). Undergraduate students must demonstrate through course work, summer employment and/or home farm background an interest in working in the potato industry. Selection criteria for potential undergraduate scholarships include academic performance, extracurricular activities, and employment history. Graduate students will be considered on the basis of academic performance and relevance of the project to the improvement of the PEI potato industry. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.
Maritime Dairy Industry Scholarship
Two individual scholarships of $2,000 will be awarded. To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must be currently attending a post-secondary education institution within Canada, have completed at least three years of study in a program that has application to the dairy industry, show professional and academic promise, and be a resident of NS, NB, or PEI. Applicants must submit a completed application form, a one-page letter stating their commitment to and interest in the dairy industry, an official transcript of marks for completed years in post-secondary education, and three reference letters (at least one from a professor). Selection will be based on application requirements, academic standing, and potential contribution and commitment to the dairy industry. Applications must be submitted by January 31.
www.dairynutrition.ca/the-maritime-dairy-industry-award
Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline Liaison Scholarships & Academic Achievement Awards
The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq Chiefs and Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline (M&NP) are committed to the development of future generations of Mi’kmaq students through academic and personal development. They have made available $1,500 scholarships for full-time and part-time students enrolled in university, college, vocational school, or technical institute, and $500 Academic Achievement Awards for students graduating from high school, Adult High School, or academic upgrading. To be eligible, students must be registered with an NS Mi’kmaq band, enrolled either full-time or part-time and expect to return the following year to their field of study, and graduating from high school or a university program. For further information phone (902) 490-2209. The application deadlines are June 13 for scholarships and July 18 for academic achievement awards.
www.mns.firstnet.ca or www.mnpp.com
Mattinson Endowment Fund Scholarship for Disabled Students
This program is to encourage Canadian students with a disability to obtain a first university degree. The award is $2,500; the number awarded each year will be based on the funding available for that year. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or have lived in Canada for two years as legal permanent citizens. All applicants must be entering or currently enrolled in a first undergraduate program at a Canadian post-secondary institution. Recipients may re-apply. The deadline to apply is June 8.
juno.aucc.ca/wes/hes.aspx?pg=934&oth=0001442009
Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund
Since 1981 the Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund (MMMF), a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity, has awarded scholarships to outstanding women from developing countries who are completing degrees at US/Canadian universities and are committed to improving the well-being of women and children in developing countries. Individual MMMF Scholarships are between $12,000 and $15,000 and must be used during the 2011/2012 academic year. Complete information about the MMMF, scholarship eligibility, online application instructions, and deadlines are available on the website.
www.mmmf-grants.org
Douglas McRorie Memorial Scholarships
The Royal Bank Financial Group Foundation sponsors the Agricultural Institute of Canada Foundation (AICF) Douglas McRorie Memorial Scholarship, in recognition of the significant contribution Douglas McRorie, P.Ag, made to agricultural finance through his career with the Royal Bank and his professional involvement with the Agricultural Institute of Canada and AICF. The six annual $1,500 scholarships provide financial support to master’s program students specializing in agricultural business, finance, or trade. The scholarship is tenable for full-time study at any Canadian university with an agricultural program accredited by the Agricultural Institute of Canada. Selection criteria (not necessarily in order of importance) include academic achievement, areas of study, leadership, and career interests. Additional information is available on the AICF website or by contacting: Education Committee, Agricultural Institute of Canada Foundation, 141 Laurier Ave. West, Suite 1112, Ottawa, ON K1P 5J3. The application deadline is November 6.
www.aic.ca/about/foundation_initiatives.cfm
John Miller Memorial Bursary
The $500 John Miller Memorial Bursary is awarded to an NS student, in any year of any program at any agricultural university/college in Canada, whose course and project work and career plans reflect an interest in the hog industry or whose application shows interest, understanding, and appreciation for Nova Scotia’s hog industry. The bursary is in memory of John Miller, who served as Secretary/Manager of Pork Nova Scotia from 1983 to 1997. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 30.
New Brunswick Institute of Agrologists Scholarship
The New Brunswick Institute of Agrologists awards a $1,000 scholarship to an NB student entering the third year of a degree program in Agriculture at a recognized Canadian institution. Students should indicate their enrollment in one of the following Agrology disciplines: Agricultural Economics and Farm Management; Plant, Animal, Soil and Environmental Sciences; Pest Management; or Agrometeorology. Selection criteria include academic performance, participation in extracurricular activities, and financial need. Applications must be submitted no later than October 1 to either the NSAC Awards Office or Registrar, New Brunswick Institute of Agrologists, PO Box 3479, Station B, Fredericton, NB E3A 5H2.
www.nbagrologists.nb.ca
New Brunswick Milk Marketing Board Scholarship
The NB Milk Marketing Board awards a $750 scholarship to an NB resident who is enrolled in a technician or technology diploma or certification program related to agriculture and the dairy industry at a recognized agricultural or community college. Selection is based on financial need, academic achievement, participation in community activities, and future plans. The application deadline is July 3.
www.nb4h.com/ewelcome/escholarship/escholarship.htm
Nova Scotia Fruit Growers’ Association Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Fruit Growers’ Association awards a $500 bursary to a student entering or already in a post-secondary education program in the field of Tree Fruit Production or a related science program, which might include Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Plant Science, Environmental Science, or Business or Agri-Business. Selection criteria include academic achievement, participation in school and community activities and interest in the tree fruit industry. Applications, including a resumé, university/college acceptance letter or transcript, and an essay outlining career and life goals, must be received no later than May 31 by: Education Committee, Nova Scotia Fruit Growers’ Association, Blair House, 32 Main St., Kentville, NS B4N 1J5.
www.farmcentre.com/english/courses/ss.asp
Nova Scotia Fur Institute Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Fur Institute annually awards a $2,500 scholarship to a graduate student. The scholarship is open to any graduate student who is pursuing research in fur production and is attending full-time graduate studies at a recognized Canadian University (Note: individuals enrolled outside of Canada but attending Canadian institutions would be eligible). Selection will be based on an assessment of the proposed research using the following weighting criteria: relevance of the research to fur production issues, innovativeness of the proposed research, presentation and clarity of the research proposal, project progress at time of application, plans for use of funds, and responses to questions. Final scholarship selection will be made by the Fur Institute. Letter of application (with transcript and resumé) must be submitted no later than July 27 to:
George C. Smith, Chair, Nova Scotia Fur Institute
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Room #217, Harlow Institute, 176 College Road,
PO Box 550, Truro, NS B2N 5E3
Nova Scotian Institute of Science Mentorship Program
This mentorship program is aimed at university students (undergraduate and graduate) seeking guidance regarding their career opportunities in science. For more information or to arrange for a mentor, email sean.tibbetts@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca.
www.chebucto.ns.ca/Science/NSIS/index.html
Nova Scotian Institute of Science Student Science Awards
This competition is open to any graduate or undergraduate student currently enrolled in a degree program at a recognized educational institution in NS. A total of $1,500 in prizes is available, as well as the opportunity to have work published in a peer-reviewed scientific journal. Intent-to-submit deadline is January 7 ; submission of article March 4. Further details are available on the website or from the NSAC Awards Office.
www.chebucto.ns.ca/Science/NSIS/index.html
NSGEU Bursaries
The Nova Scotia Government & General Employees Union (NSGEU) offers bursaries to dependents of NSGEU members. The bursary will be tenable for a program of study leading to a degree, diploma, or certificate at any recognized post-secondary institution. The bursaries are awarded once a year, and the application deadline is October 15.
www.nsgeu.ca/Education/index.cfm
NSGEU Scholarships
The Nova Scotia Government & General Employees Union offers scholarships to dependent children of NSGEU members. The applicant must be a dependent child of a member in good standing (for at least 12 months prior to the application), the dependent child of a retired member (for at least 12 months prior to retirement was a member in good standing), or the dependent child of a deceased member. These scholarships are awarded once a year. The application deadline is October 15.
www.nsgeu.ca/Education/index.cfm
Nuffield Canada Scholarships
Nuffield Canada awards three scholarships of $15,000 each to enterprising Canadian individuals for agriculture. The scholarship is to be used for a minimum of 8 weeks of travel for the purpose of study. Recipients can come from any field of agriculture, such as livestock, grain or vegetable production, forestry, horticulture, etc., and can come from any aspect of the industry, for instance owners, managers, employees, administrators or bureaucrats. Application deadline is March 31.
nuffield.ca/scholarship
Partnership for Access Awareness Nova Scotia Scholarships
Partnership for Access Awareness Nova Scotia (PAANS), with the assistance of the Collaborative Partnership Network (CPN), sponsors scholarships to students with disabilities who are planning to pursue further studies. To qualify, a student must have a permanent disability, be a permanent resident of NS, be entering or returning to a Canadian post-secondary institution which is recognized by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, and not be involved in the selection process nor related to any PAANS scholarship selection committee member. The application deadline is April 15.
www.paans.ca
Pengrowth—Nova Scotia Innovation Grant
Up to four non-renewable grants of $15,000 each will be available each year to Nova Scotians who are preparing to begin full-time studies in a Master’s program in Earth Sciences, Business or Engineering at an NS university. The application deadline is January 21.
www.gov.ns.ca/energy/careers-training/scholarship-program.asp
Provincial Artisans (Fredericton) Inc. Bursaries
Several annual bursaries totaling $10,000 are being funded by Provincial Artisans (Fredericton) Inc. To qualify for these awards a student must have a disability, be entering or currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution, and be an NB resident. The application deadline is May 31.
www.fredfdn.ca/content/19493
Alvin Rowledge Bursary Award
The Atlantic Golf Superintendents Association (AGSA) has established the Alvin Rowledge Bursary Award with the purpose of providing a bursary of up to $1,000 annually to a qualified student (or students) registered in a sanctioned turfgrass program, at a recognized educational institute. To be eligible, a student must be a resident of Atlantic Canada; be an AGSA member in good standing; have a minimum of two seasons as a golf course maintenance employee; and be presently enrolled in (at least) a two-year program. Applications, including an official transcript of academic records and letters of recommendation from both the golf course Superintendent at the place of employment and a current turfgrass program instructor from the institution, must be sent by registered mail to the AGSA Office, PO Box 2063, Fall River, NS B2T 1K6 by September 20.
www.agsa.ca
George W. Slipp Memorial Scholarship
The Chicken Farmers of NB Marketing Board awards an annual $1,000 scholarship in memory of Mr. George W. Slipp, to an NB resident who is enrolled in a post-secondary agricultural program. Selection is based on academic achievement, financial need, involvement in agriculture, and interest in the poultry or food industry. Applications are available at the NSAC Awards Office, or e-mail nbchicken@rogers.com. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than October 14.
Southern District 4-H Council Scholarship
The Southern District 4-H Club Council in New Brunswick awards a $150 scholarship to a Southern District NB 4-H member attending a post-secondary institution. Application details are available from the NB Provincial 4-H Office.
www.nb4h.com/ewelcome/escholarship/escholarship.htm
Norah Stephen Oncology Scholar Awards
A maximum of nine $6,500 studentships will be awarded. Three awards will be allocated to cancer-related research projects in discovery science, three to clinical training projects and three to cancer-related research in any other discipline. Application details can be found on the website. The application deadline is February 10.
www.cancercare.ns.ca/en/home/researchstatistics/researchfundingopportunities/norahstephenoncologyawards.aspx
Garfield Weston Merit Scholarship for Colleges—Upper-Year Awards
The W. Garfield Weston Foundation, through the Garfield Weston Merit Scholarships for Colleges, has established an Upper-year Awards program to recognize and reward outstanding college students who are passionate about their fields of study; curious and willing to try new things; caring about their families, neighbourhoods and communities; and truly interested in becoming involved and making a difference in society. For 2011/2012 , GWMSC will provide 25 Upper-Year Garfield Weston Awards comprising a tuition waiver, an $8,000 stipend, access to summer program funding up to $3,500, and mentorship. Recipients also receive a $4,000 retroactive award to help defray accumulated education costs.
To be eligible, a student must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, be enrolled full-time in college studies leading to a diploma or applied degree, have at least one full academic year remaining in his or her current college program, be pursuing his or her remaining studies on a full-time basis, have a minimum academic average of 73%, and be nominated by the Scholarship Committee at NSAC. NSAC can nominate up to three students for national consideration. Students who are currently GWMSC National Scholars are not eligible to apply. At NSAC, only students in the two-year Technical programs (Diploma in Enterprise Management, Environmental Horticulture Technology, Plant Science Technology and Veterinary Technology) who will be continuing in the second year of the program and students in the Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Horticulture who will be continuing into second, third or fourth year on a full-time basis are eligible. Further information and an application form are available on the website. The application deadline is March 16.
www.garfieldwestonawards.ca
George B. Whalen Memorial Scholarship
The New Brunswick Milk Marketing Board awards a $750 scholarship in memory of George B. Whalen, who dedicated a great part of his life to the promotion of a more viable dairy industry in New Brunswick. Applicants must be NB residents enrolled in the second, third, or fourth year of study in a university degree program relating to agriculture or the dairy industry. Areas of study may include, but are not necessarily limited to, plant and animal science, agricultural engineering, veterinary medicine, agricultural economics, etc. Selection will be based on financial need, academic performance, and involvement in community and future plans. Applications including an essay (300–500 words), two letters of recommendation, and a transcript of marks must be submitted no later than June 15 to: Scholarship Committee, NB Milk Marketing Board, Box 490, Sussex, NB E0E 1P0.
www.nb4h.com/ewelcome/escholarship/escholarship.htm
Zonta Club of Truro Bursary
The Zonta Club of the Truro, NS, area has established a $1,000 bursary open to women of mature status who are attending or plan to attend a program of post-secondary education. A woman of mature status is defined as one who has been out of secondary school for five or more years. The bursary’s purpose is to provide incentive for further education to mature women who need financial assistance. The program of further education must be of at least two semesters’ duration. Selection criteria include having qualifications for admission to the chosen program, having a defined education goal, having made arrangements for looking after family/dependent responsibility, and being highly motivated to change lifestyle. See the NSAC Awards Office for further application details. The deadline is May 31.
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Administrative Officers
Co-President and Vice-President Academic
L. A. MacLaren, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Guelph), M.Sc. (Alberta), Ph.D. (California)
Co-President and Vice-President Administration
B. M. MacDonald, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Maine), Ed.D. (West Virginia)
Vice-President Research, Extension and Outreach
R. G. Donald, B.Sc. (Mount Allison), M.Sc.(Guelph), Ph.D. (Saskatchewan)
Associate VP Academic for Students
K. Jones, B.A. (Stanford), J.D. (California, Davis)
Associate VP Academic Programs (Interim), and
Faculty Graduate Studies Coordinator
D. L. Patterson, B.Sc. (Alberta), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
Registrar
D. W. Paquet, B.A., B.Ed. (Acadia), M.L.I.S. (Dalhousie)
Acting Registrar
J. L. Rogers, B.Sc. (Guelph), B.Ed. (Brock), M.Sc. (NSAC)
Assistant Registrar
A. L. Sibley
Executive Director Development & External Relations
J. B. Goit, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Guelph)
Director of Enrollment Management
L. French-Munn, B.Sc. (St. F.X.), M.Ed. (UNB)
Dean of Student Services, Director of Athletics
J. M. Smith, B.P.Ed. (Dalhousie)
Assistant Dean Recruitment and Awards
B. M. Crouse, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Guelph)
Assistant Dean Health Services
L. Young, RN
Manager of Research & Graduate Studies
H. A. Hughes, B.Sc. (Mount Allison), M.Sc. (Dalhousie)
University Librarian
M. E. MacInnis, B.A. (Kings), M.L.I.S. (Dalhousie)
Dean Internationalization
N. L. Pitts, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (McGill), Ph.D. (Guelph), B.Ed, M.Ad.Ed (St. F.X.)
Manager, Continuing Education
S. C. Macdonald, B.A. (Saint Mary’s), B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC)
Business Manager
R. O. Mosher, B.B.A. (Acadia)
Coordinator, Alumni and Public Relations
S. L. Rogers, B.A. (New Brunswick), BPR (Mount St. Vincent)
Coordinator of Marketing
S. G. Morris, B.A. (Acadia), BPR (Mount St. Vincent)
Administrative Secretary
T. E. Blois
Vice-Principal Emeritus
I. M. Fraser, B.Sc. (Dalhousie), M.A. (Maine), M.B.A. (Dalhousie)
Dean Emeritus
A. D. Ells, B.Sc.(Agr.) (McGill), M.A. (Acadia)
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Business & Social Sciences
L. L. Sanderson, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (Guelph)
-Associate Professor and Head
G. A. Cameron, B.A. Hon (St. F.X.), M.A. (York), Ph.D. (SOAS)
-Assistant Professor
J. S. Clark, B.A. (Guelph), M.Sc. (Saskatchewan), Ph.D. (North Carolina)
-Professor
S. R. Dukeshire, B.Comm, B.A. Hon (Saint Mary’s), M.A.Sc.,Ph.D. (Waterloo)
-Assistant Professor
D. M. Dunlop, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC), M.Sc. (Alberta)
-Assistant Professor
K. G. Grant, B.A. (Acadia), M.A., Ph.D. (Western)
-Professor
R. E. Lewis, B.Comm (Dalhousie), MBA (Ivey)
- Assistant Professor
J. Lu, B.A. (China Renmin U), M.A. (Beijing Normal U), Ph.D. (McGill)
-Assistant Professor
S. G. Russell, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Guelph), M.B.A. (Saint Mary’s), Ph.D. (Bradford)
-Associate Professor
P. M. Sanger, B.A. (Melbourne), B.Ed. (Acadia), M.A. (Victoria)
-Professor Emeritus
J. M. Smith, B.P.Ed. (Dalhousie)
-Assistant Professor
J. B. Stackhouse, B.Sc.(Agr.Ec.), M.Sc. (Guelph)
-Associate Professor
D. Stiles, A.B. (Marshall), M.A., Ph.D. (Maine)
-Associate Professor
E. K. Yiridoe, B.Sc. (Un. of Science & Technology, Ghana), M.Sc. Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Associate Professor
Engineering
I. Yildiz, B. (Agr.), M.Sc. (Agr.) (Ankara), M.Sc., MsME, Ph.D. (Ohio State)
-Professor and Head
R. Ablett, B.Sc. (Reading), M.Sc. (Sterling), Ph.D. (Oregon)
-Professor, and CEO, Atlantic Bioventure Centre
T. Astatkie, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Addis Ababa), Ph.D. (Queen’s)
-Professor
K. Corscadden, B.Eng. (Bolton), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Manchester)
-Assistant Professor
R. France, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Manitoba), Ph.D. (Toronto)
-Associate Professor
A. Georgallas, B.Sc. (Queen Elizabeth College), Ph.D. (London)
-Associate Professor
P. L. Havard, B.Sc.(Agr.Eng.), M.Sc., Ph.D. (McGill)
-Associate Professor
S. A. Madani, B.Sc. (Pahlavi), M.Sc. (British Columbia), Ph.D. (Washington)
-Professor
G. W. Price, B.Sc. (British Columbia), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
- Assistant Professor
Q. U. Zaman, B.Sc. (Agr. Eng.), M.Sc. (Agr. Eng.) (A. Faisalabad), Ph.D. (Newcastle-upon-Tyne)
- Associate Professor
Environmental Sciences
R. R. Lada, B.Sc. (Hort), M.Sc. (Hort) (TNAU), Ph.D. (Adelaide)
-Professor, Director, Processing Carrot Research Programand Head
N. S. Boyd, B.Sc. (Dalhousie), M.Sc. (Dalhousie/NSAC), Ph.D. (Manitoba)
-Associate Professor
G. R. Brewster, B.A., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Western Ontario)
-Associate Professor
D. L. Burton, B.Sc. (Dalhousie), M.Sc. (Guelph), Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Professor
C. Cutler, B.Sc. (MUN), M.P.M. (Simon Fraser), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Assistant Professor
C. D. Goodwin, B.Sc. (Mount St. Vincent), M.Sc. (Guelph)
-Associate Professor
A. B. Gray, B.Sc. (Bishops), M.Sc., Ph.D. (McGill)
-Professor
J. Hoyle, B.A. (Univ. York), B.A. (Open Univ., U.K.), B.Ed. (Dalhousie), M.Sc. (Leeds), Ph.D. (Dalhousie)
-Professor
W. M. Langille, B.Sc. (Acadia), M.Sc. (McGill)
-Professor Emeritus
T. S. MacKenzie, Dip. LH (NSAC), B.Sc., MES (Dalhousie)
-Assistant Professor
V. O. Nams, B.Sc. (Toronto), M.Sc. (Alberta), Ph.D. (Victoria)
-Professor
A. R. Olson, B.A. (Augustana), M.Sc. (Wisconsin), Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Professor
D. C. Percival, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Associate Professor
N. L. Pitts, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (McGill), Ph.D. (Guelph), B.Ed, M.Ad.Ed (St. F.X.)
-Associate Professor and Dean Internationalization
B. Prithiviraj, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Annamalai), M.Sc., Ph.D. (BHU)
-Associate Professor
A.R. Robinson, B.Sc.(Agr.) M.Sc.(McGill), Ph.D. (McGill)
-Professor Emeritus
V. Rupasinghe, B.Sc. (Peradeniya), M.Sc. (Iowa), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Tree Fruit Biologist Research Chair
M. Sharifi, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Isfahan UT)
-Assistant Professor
K. J. Sibley, B.Sc.(Agr.Eng.), M.Sc. (McGill), Ph.D. (Wageningen)
-Professor
G. W. Stratton, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Professor
Plant and Animal Sciences
S. K. Asiedu, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc., Ph.D. (McGill)
-Professor and Head
D. M. Anderson, B.S.A., M.Sc. (Manitoba), Ph.D. (Saskatchewan)
-Professor
D. M. W. Barrett, B.Sc. (Memorial), Ph.D. (Saskatchewan)
-Assistant Professor
B. F. Benkel, B.Sc. (Brock), Ph.D. (Ottawa)
-Canada Research Chair in Agricultural Biotechnology
C. D. Caldwell, B.Sc. (Mount Allison), M.Sc. (Dalhousie), Ph.D. (East Anglia)
-Professor
J. Duston, B.Sc. (Bath), Ph.D. (Aston)
-Professor
C. T. Enright, M.Sc., M.B.A., Ph.D. (Dalhousie)
-Associate Professor
A. H. Farid, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Shiraz), Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Professor
N. L. Firth, B.Sc. (Edinburgh), M.S. (Purdue), Ph.D. (Cornell)
-Associate Professor
A. H. Fredeen, B.S.A. (Saskatchewan), M.Sc. (Guelph), Ph.D. (California)
-Professor
K. E. Glover, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (Guelph), Ph.D. (Dalhousie)
-Associate Professor
S. N. Goodyear, B.Sc.(Agr.) (McGill), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Associate Professor
P. Y. Hamilton, B.Sc.(Agr.) (McGill), M.Sc. (Maine)
-Professor Emeritus
A. M. Hammermeister, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Saskatchewan), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Assistant Professor
M. Jendral, B.Sc.(McMaster), B.Sc., Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Assistant Professor
H. Li, B.Sc. (Zhongshan), M.Sc. (Montpellier), Ph.D. (Laval)
-Assistant Professor and Industry Research Chair (Edible Horticulture)
D. H. Lynch, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc.(Agr.) (McGill), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Associate Professor, Canada Research Chair (Organic Agriculture)
L. A. MacLaren, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Guelph), M.Sc. (Alberta), Ph.D. (California)
-Professor and Vice-President Academic
L. R. Mapplebeck, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Guelph)
-Associate Professor
R. C. Martin, B.A., M.Sc. (Carleton), Ph.D. (McGill)
-Professor, Director of Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada
N. L. McLean, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (McGill), Ph.D. (Dalhousie)
-Assistant Professor
L. D. Parsons, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC), D.V.M. (UPEI)
-Assistant Professor
D. L. Patterson, B.Sc. (Alberta), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Professor
K. W. Pruski, B.Sc. (Warsaw), M.Sc. (Warsaw, Alberta), Ph.D. (Wageningen)
-Chair in Potato Physiology
K. I. Rouvinen-Watt, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Kuopio)
-Professor
T. Tennessen, B.A., B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Professor
G. Wang-Pruski, B.Sc. (Tian Jin), Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Professor
NSAC Adjunct, Research, Honorary Research Professors and Honorary Research Associates
N. T. Annan, B.Sc. (Ghana), M.Sc. (Dalhousie), Ph.D. (Ghana, Copenhagen)
-Adjunct
G. Belanger, B.Sc.A. (Laval), M.Sc. (Guelph), Ph.D. (Paris-Sud)
-Adjunct
C. Benchaar, D.E.A. (Toulouse), M.Sc. (Algeria), Ph.D. (Toulouse)
-Adjunct
R. L. Bernier, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Montreal)
-Adjunct
G. Boiteau, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Laval), Ph.D. (North Carolina)
-Adjunct
O. T. Bouman, B.Sc., Ph.D. (Gôttingen)
-Adjunct
D. Boyle, B.Sc. (Queens), M.Sc. (Dalhousie), Ph.D. (Laval)
-Adjunct
J. D. Castell, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Dalhousie), Ph.D. (Oregon)
-Adjunct
D. S. Chanasky, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Alberta), M.Sc. (Agr.Eng.) (Saskatchewan), Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Adjunct
M. Chiappe, Ing. Agr. (Uruguay), M.A., Ph.D. (Minnesota)
-Adjunct
B. R. Christie, B.S.A. (Guelph), M.S.A. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Iowa)
-Adjunct
R. H. Coffin, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (McGill), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
W. K. Coleman, B.A., Ph.D. (Western Ontario)
-Honorary Research Associate
A. T. Critchley, B.Sc. (Hons), Ph.D. (Portsmouth Polytechnic)
-Adjunct
P. Daftarian, M.Sc. (Tehran & Ottawa), Ph.D. (Ottawa)
-Adjunct
R. W. Daniels, B.Sc.(Agr.) (McGill), M.S. (Michigan State), Ph.D. (Penn State)
-Adjunct
J. DeLong, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Pennsylvania)
-Adjunct
H. De Jong, B.A. (Bethel College), M.Sc. (Kansas), Ph.D. (Wisconsin)
-Adjunct
D. L. DeKoeyer, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Guelph), M.S., Ph.D. (Minnesota)
-Adjunct
Z. Dong, B.Sc. (Shaanxi), M.Sc. (Peking), Ph.D. (Carleton), Postdoc (Queens)
-Adjunct
A. Drizo, B.Sc. (Belgrade), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Edinburgh)
-Adjunct
L. J. Eaton, B.Sc. (Acadia), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Dalhousie)
-Adjunct
A. El-Mowafi, B.V.M., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Zagazig)
-Adjunct
C. Embree, B.Sc. (Guelph), M.Sc. (British Columbia)
-Adjunct
K. C. Falk, B.Sc., M.Sc.(Agr.) (Guelph), Ph.D. (Saskatchewan)
-Adjunct
B. S. Flinn, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Queens), Ph.D. (British Columbia)
-Adjunct
C. Forney, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Pennsylvania), Ph.D. (Oregon)
-Adjunct
D. J. Garbary, Ph.D. (Liverpool)
-Adjunct
S. O. Gaul, B.Sc. (Mount St. Vincent), M.Sc. (Dalhousie), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
J. R. Guernsey, B.Sc. Hon (Carleton), M.Sc., Ph.D (Iowa)
-Adjunct
J. M. Hardman, B.Sc. (Dalhousie), M.Sc. (London, UK), Ph.D.
(Simon Fraser)
-Adjunct
M. Hodges, B.Sc. Hon, Ph.D. (Ottawa)
-Adjunct
A. R. Jamieson, B.Sc. (Acadia), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
R. C. Jamieson, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Dalhousie), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
V. D. Jeliazkov, M.Sc., Ph.D. (HIA), Ph.D. (Massachusetts)
-Adjunct
H.-Y. Ju, B.Sc.(Agronomy) (Seoul), M.Sc., Ph.D. (McGill)
-Adjunct
J. R. Kemp, B.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
S. Lall, B.Sc. (Allahabad), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
T. A. McAllister, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (Alberta), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
J. MacLeod, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Macdonald), M.Sc. (McGill), Ph.D. (Cornell)
-Adjunct
K. B. MacRae, B.Ed. (British Columbia), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Oregon)
-Adjunct
K. E. MacKenzie, Ph.D. (Cornell)
-Adjunct
L. J. Mikitzel, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (Guelph), Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Adjunct
M. Miller, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (NSAC), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
A. Murphy, B.Sc. (Memorial), M.Sc. (Guelph)
-Honorary Research Associate
G. B. Murray, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC), M.Sc. (McGill), M.B.A. (Executive) (Saint Mary’s), Ph.D. (Dalhousie)
-Adjunct
J. P. Norrie, B.Sc. (Mount Allison), M.Sc. (Dalhousie), Ph.D. (Laval)
-Adjunct
Y. Papadopoulos, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph), M.B.A. (Saint Mary’s)
-Adjunct
G. T. Patterson, B.Sc. (Alberta), M.Sc. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
R. D. Peters, B.Sc. (Guelph), B.Ed. (Western), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
D. Pink, B.Sc. (St. F.X.), Ph.D. (British Columbia)
-Adjunct
H. W. Platt, B.Sc. (Manitoba), Ph.D. (Saskatchewan)
-Adjunct
R. K. Prange, B.Sc. (Acadia), M.Sc. (British Columbia), Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Honorary Research Associate
J.-P. Privé, B.Sc. (Winnipeg), M.Sc. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
J. Y. Raggett, M.Ed. (Greenwich), Ph.D. (York)
-Adjunct
B. Rathgeber, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Saskatchewan), M.Sc. (Arkansas),
Ph.D. (Saskatchewan)
-Adjunct
A. R. Robinson, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc., Ph.D. (McGill)
- Adjunct
M. C. Robinson, B.Sc. (Acadia), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Simon Fraser)
-Adjunct
V. Rodd, B.Sc. (Prince Edward Island), M.Sc. (Manitoba)
-Affiliated Researcher
N. W. Ross, B.Sc., Ph.D. (McGill)
-Adjunct
A. W. Schumann, B.Sc. M.Sc. (Natal), Ph.D (Georgia)
- Adjunct
F. Shahidi, Ph.D. (McGill)
-Adjunct
F. G. Silversides, B.S.A. (Saskatchewan), M.S. (Massachusetts),Ph.D. (Saskatchewan)
-Adjunct
R. Singh, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc.(Agr.) (Agra Univ.), Ph.D. (N. Dakota)
-Adjunct
J. A. Small, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Guelph), M.Sc. (Manitoba), Ph.D. (British Columbia)
-Adjunct
A. V. Sturz, B.Sc. (Newcastle-upon-Tyne), Ph.D. (Manchester)
-Adjunct
G. C. C. Tai, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Taiwan), Ph.D. (Saskatchewan)
-Adjunct
W. G. Thomas, B.Sc. (British Columbia), M.Sc. (Dalhousie)
-Adjunct
Y. Wang, B.Sc. , MSc. (Gansu), Ph.D. (Alberta)
-Adjunct
P. R. Warman, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Rutgers), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Guelph)
-Adjunct
J. M. Wright, B.Sc. (Mount Allison), Ph.D. (Memorial)
-Honorary Research Associate
Teaching Staff and Sessional Instructors
E. Arnfast, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC), CGA
M. Brodie
R. Chapman
O. W. Ferguson, B.A., B.Ed. (Acadia), M.A. (St. Mary's), Ph.D. (University Southern Mississippi).
A. S. Fernández, D.V.M. (UNCPBA, Argentina), Ph.D. (RVAU, Denmark)
G. R. Fraser, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc (NSAC)
A. Kernohan, S.B. (MIT), M.Sc. (Uof T), MA. (Dal), Ph.D. (U of T)
H. Logan
L. Jack, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC), A.G.D.D.E.(T) (Athabasca)
D. C. Jans, B.Sc.(Agr.) (UBC), Ph.D. (Alberta)
T. Landry, B.Sc., B.A. M.A., BSW, MSW (Dal)
D. MacCallum, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC)
P. MacCormick, B.A., M.Ed., MBA (Dal), CMA
M. MacLeod, B.A. (Dalhousie), M.A. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Ottawa).
G. A. Martin, B.Sc.(Agr.), M.Sc. (NSAC)
T.-L. M. Masters, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC), D.V.M. (UPEI)
M. Medina, B.Sc. (Costa Rica), M.Sc. (Dalhousie)
J. Morrigan, M.Sc. (Dalhousie)
R. Moskovits
K. Murray, AHT Dip (NSAC)
L. MacIntosh, Animal Care Tech Dip (St. Lawrence College)
M. MacKay, AHT Dip (NSAC)
F. Nicholson, B.Sc.(Agr.) (Guelph)
D. Pelkey-Field, B.Sc.(Agr.) (NSAC)
W. B. Ramsay, D.V.M. (Guelph)
M. C. Sani-Berry, B.A. (Mt. St. Vincent), P.S. Dip. (NSAC)
T. Semple, D.V.M. (Guelph)
C. Spears, AS Dip, AHT Dip (NSAC)
H. M. vanDoninck, D.V.M. (UPEI)
