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Explore opportunities for Canadian students

Filter by grade, study focus, province, and opportunity type to find programs verified for high school students.

248+Curated listingsUpdated August 29, 2026

248 opportunities found

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
February 17, 2027

A programming challenge designed to be approachable for curious beginners while stretching experienced high-school coders.

Eligibility: Junior and senior levels; written through a participating school.
Computer scienceMathematics

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Canadian Mathematical Society

Online through Canadian hosts
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
October contest · annual cycle

Canada’s national open math challenge for students who enjoy exploring ideas, proof, and creative problem solving.

Eligibility: Open to high-school students with an interest in mathematics; school and university partners host the contest.
Mathematics

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Youth Science Canada

Regional fairs across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Regional fairs · typically February–April

Canada’s national STEM fair, reached through a regional fair, where students present original research and engineering projects.

Eligibility: Students advance through a regional STEM fair connected to their home or school address.
Biology & healthComputer scienceEngineering

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FIRST

Canadian regional events
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Season launches in January · annual cycle

Teams design, build, program, and compete with industrial-sized robots while learning engineering, strategy, and collaboration.

Eligibility: High-school teams in Grades 9–12; Canadian teams can participate through local events.
Computer scienceEngineeringSocial impact

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Canadian Economics Olympiad

Online for students in Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual competition cycle

A high-school economics competition that connects real-world economic questions with analysis, teamwork, and communication.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students; the competition also serves as a pathway to international economics events.
Business & financeMathematicsSocial impact

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Breakthrough Prize Foundation

Online · open to Canadian students
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
September 15 · annual cycle

Create a short, engaging video explaining a concept in life sciences, physics, or mathematics to a broad audience.

Eligibility: Students ages 13–18 from around the world, including Canada.
Biology & healthMathematicsComputer science

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NASA and global space-agency partners

Local or online · open to Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
October hackathon · annual cycle

A global hackathon that invites teams to use open space data to build solutions for challenges on Earth and beyond.

Eligibility: Open to participants of many ages and experience levels; Canadian local events and virtual participation vary by year.
Computer scienceEngineeringEnvironment

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Reach for the Top

Regional tournaments across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Fall registration and winter tournaments

A buzzer-style academic quiz competition where high-school teams compete in regional tournaments and national finals.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students in teams; schools or local organizers register teams for the current season.
Any fieldArts & designMathematics

Verified August 29, 2026

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Skills/Compétences Canada

Provincial qualifiers and national event
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Provincial qualifiers before national finals

A national showcase where secondary students compete in skilled trades and technology events, from robotics and IT to design and construction.

Eligibility: Canadian secondary students who qualify through a provincial or territorial Skills competition; event requirements vary by skill.
EngineeringComputer scienceArts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

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Horatio Alger Association of Canada

Open across Canada
Grades 11 · 12
March 31, 2027

Need-based scholarships and support for students who have shown perseverance while overcoming adversity.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 11 students with financial need and a plan for post-secondary study.
Any fieldSocial impact

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Loran Scholars Foundation

Open across Canada
Grades 12
October 15, 2026

A national scholarship focused on character, service, academic curiosity, and the courage to lead with purpose.

Eligibility: Graduating Canadian high-school students nominated by their school or applying independently.
Any fieldSocial impact

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Schulich Leader Scholarships

Open across Canada through school nomination
Grades 12
January 27, 2027 · nomination deadline

Major STEM scholarships for entrepreneurial-minded students entering eligible science, technology, engineering, or mathematics degrees.

Eligibility: Graduating Canadian high-school students nominated by their school and planning eligible STEM study.
Computer scienceEngineeringMathematics

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Indspire

Open across Canada
Grades 11 · 12
Multiple application windows each year

Financial support for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students pursuing education after high school.

Eligibility: Indigenous students; award requirements and application windows vary by stream and field of study.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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Government of Alberta

Alberta provincial award
Grades 12
Apply after completing high school and meeting the enrolment requirement

A provincial award recognizing Alberta high-school achievement and helping students begin an eligible post-secondary program.

Eligibility: Alberta high-school graduates who meet the academic requirements and are enrolled or planning to enrol in an eligible post-secondary program.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

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Beedie Luminaries

BC-wide scholarship program
Grades 12
Annual fall application cycle

A major BC scholarship and support program for graduating students who show promise, resilience, and a commitment to their community.

Eligibility: Graduating BC high-school students; financial need, academic, geographic, and community requirements apply to the current cohort.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Provincial scholarship directory
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Multiple award deadlines each year

A provincial directory of high-school scholarships and awards, including achievement, community, and subject-specific opportunities.

Eligibility: NL high-school students and graduates; the official list contains many awards with different grade, residency, and program requirements.
Any fieldSocial impactBiology & health

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Simon Fraser University

SFU entrance scholarship
Grades 12
Fall nomination/application cycle

A competitive entrance scholarship for outstanding students entering SFU with strong academic achievement and leadership or community impact.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students graduating from a Canadian high school within the eligible period; current program requirements and nomination steps apply.
Any fieldComputer scienceEngineering

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University of Manitoba

University of Manitoba entrance award
Grades 12
Fall/winter entrance award cycle

A major entrance scholarship recognizing Indigenous students who combine academic achievement with leadership and community contribution.

Eligibility: Indigenous Grade 12 students from across Canada applying to the University of Manitoba; current nomination and admission criteria apply.
Any fieldSocial impactBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

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University of Toronto

U of T international entrance award
Grades 12
Fall nomination and winter application cycle

A fully supported University of Toronto entrance scholarship for exceptional international students, including students completing high school in Canada.

Eligibility: International Grade 12 students nominated by their school and entering U of T; nomination and program requirements apply.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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Government of Canada

Federal placements across Canada
Grades 11 · 12
Ongoing student recruitment inventory

A national inventory of paid federal student jobs, including opportunities for eligible secondary students.

Eligibility: Full-time students who meet age, study, and return-to-school requirements for the role.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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WISEST, University of Alberta

In-person at the University of Alberta
Grades 11
Applications typically open in spring

A paid, six-week research experience that places Grade 11 students in university labs and introduces them to STEM careers.

Eligibility: Grade 11 students; eligibility and equity criteria are set by the current program cycle.
Biology & healthEngineeringComputer science

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The Hospital for Sick Children

Research placements in Toronto
Grades 11 · 12
Program-specific winter/spring cycle

Research training routes for high-school students, including the Student Advancement Research internship and summer research roles.

Eligibility: Eligibility depends on the specific StAR or SSuRe stream, grade, and post-secondary transition timing.
Biology & healthComputer science

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Join Research Canada

Online · open to Canadian students
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Summer cohort · annual cycle

A free, mentor-led research workshop that helps high-school students learn how to ask questions, investigate, and share findings.

Eligibility: High-school students; the organization publishes the current cohort dates and application details.
Biology & healthComputer scienceEnvironment

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Parliament of Canada

Parliament Hill placement in Ottawa
Grades 12
Annual fall recruitment cycle

A paid parliamentary work and learning opportunity where selected students support the House of Commons while completing their first year of university.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students who meet the current graduation, language, academic, and post-secondary conditions; read the official brochure before applying.
Social impactArts & designAny field

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University of British Columbia

Paid UBC summer research program
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Spring application for summer cohort

A paid summer research and mentorship program connecting Indigenous high-school students with STEM researchers at UBC.

Eligibility: Indigenous students in Grades 9–12 who meet the current program, location, and application requirements.
Biology & healthEngineeringComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

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Government of Ontario

Ontario summer employment hub
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Spring/summer hiring cycle

A provincial hub for summer jobs and youth employment programs, including placements with public, nonprofit, and community employers.

Eligibility: Ontario youth; age, school-return, residency, and barrier-to-employment requirements vary by program and employer.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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Parks Canada

Seasonal placements across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Winter/spring student recruitment cycle

Seasonal student jobs across national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas, with roles in ecology, visitor services, heritage, and operations.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school and post-secondary students who meet the current student-status, age, and work authorization requirements for each posting.
EnvironmentBiology & healthArts & design

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Lakehead University

Lakehead campuses in Ontario
Grades 12
April 25, 2027 · Presidential Scholarship deadline; automatic awards use March, May, and July rounds

Automatic academic entrance awards plus presidential, SHSM, athletic, and need-based bursaries for students entering Lakehead directly from Canadian high school.

Eligibility: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or landed immigrants entering Lakehead directly from a recognized Canadian high-school curriculum; award criteria vary by scholarship or bursary.
Any field

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Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneurs Corporation

Virtual competition open globally
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
2027 registration open

A virtual global pitch competition where high-school students develop a business idea, record a five-minute pitch, and compete for cash prizes.

Eligibility: High-school students worldwide may enter solo or in teams of up to five; students can participate with an idea and use the organizer’s pitch resources.
Business & financeComputer scienceEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

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The Earth Foundation

Global online sustainability competition
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
2027 registrations open

A global sustainability competition that mentors young people as they develop solutions to environmental problems and compete for recognition and support.

Eligibility: Students aged 13–19 worldwide working individually or with a team on an environmental sustainability solution; review the current competition rules for entry details.
EnvironmentEngineeringComputer science

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 11 · 12
November contest · annual cycle

A written contest that builds confidence and problem-solving stamina through creative senior-level mathematics.

Eligibility: Best suited to students in Grades 11–12; schools order and supervise the contest.
Mathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 9 · 10
November contest · annual cycle

An engaging mathematics contest for students ready to move beyond routine classroom problems.

Eligibility: Designed for Grades 9–10; registration is handled through schools.
Mathematics

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Canadian Mathematical Society

Written with a Canadian supervisor
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Spring contest · invitation cycle

An advanced proof-based competition for students who want to test the limits of their mathematical reasoning.

Eligibility: Invitation-based; students qualify through recognized Canadian mathematics competitions.
Mathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
April contest · annual cycle

A globally written mathematics contest that rewards clear thinking, persistence, and elegant solutions.

Eligibility: Best suited to Grade 12 students and motivated students in lower grades.
Mathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 9 · 10 · 11
April contest · annual cycle

A problem-solving contest built for Grade 10 students who want a challenge that feels different from a test.

Eligibility: Designed for Grade 10 students, with motivated younger or older students also welcome.
Mathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
February contest · annual cycle

A friendly, challenging contest that invites students to stretch their algebra, geometry, and number sense.

Eligibility: Designed for Grade 11 students, with participation through a school.
Mathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 9 · 10
February contest · annual cycle

An accessible introduction to mathematical contest thinking for students in the earlier high-school years.

Eligibility: Designed for Grade 9 students; schools administer the contest.
Mathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 9 · 10 · 11
February contest · annual cycle

A creative mathematics contest for students who enjoy patterns, logic, and questions with more than one path in.

Eligibility: Designed for Grade 10 students; registration is handled through schools.
Mathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
April contest · annual cycle

A contest for Grade 11 students that turns familiar mathematics into an invitation to think more deeply.

Eligibility: Designed for Grade 11 students; participating schools supervise the contest.
Mathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian schools
Grades 9 · 10
November contest · annual cycle

A playful, multiple-choice introduction to computational thinking for students who are curious about how computers solve problems.

Eligibility: Grades 5–10; high-school students in Grades 9–10 are eligible.
Computer scienceMathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

Online through Canadian hosts
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Spring contest · annual cycle

A collaborative contest where teams use communication and shared strategy to tackle mathematics together.

Eligibility: Teams of high-school students registered through a school or organization.
MathematicsSocial impact

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Canadian Geographic Education

Online with a school or adult supervisor
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
School rounds · annual cycle

A national geography challenge that grows from school rounds into provincial, territorial, and international pathways.

Eligibility: Level 2 serves Grades 7–10; Level 3 serves Canadian students ages 16–19 who have not started post-secondary study.
EnvironmentSocial impact

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FIRST

Canadian regional events
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Season launches in September · annual cycle

A team-based robotics program where students design, build, and code robots for a new challenge each season.

Eligibility: Teams generally include students in Grades 7–12; Canadian events are available through local organizers.
Computer scienceEngineering

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Rotman Commerce, University of Toronto

Toronto-based competition
Grades 9 · 10 · 11
Annual fall/winter cycle

A team-based, multi-round case competition where current high-school students practice business judgment and presentation.

Eligibility: Current Grade 9–11 Canadian citizens; team and event requirements apply.
Business & financeSocial impact

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Conrad Foundation

Online · open to Canadian students
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual challenge season

A global innovation competition where teams turn an idea into a solution with real-world potential.

Eligibility: Teams of students ages 13–18 from around the world, including Canada.
Business & financeComputer scienceEngineering

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Technovation

Online · open to Canadian students
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Season runs through spring · annual

A global technology and entrepreneurship program where girls build an app or AI solution for a community problem.

Eligibility: Girls and young women ages 8–18; students in Canada can join or form a team.
Computer scienceBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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University of Delaware Horn Entrepreneurship

Online · open to Canadian students
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual challenge season

A global competition for student entrepreneurs to develop ideas, pitch them, and learn from a worldwide community.

Eligibility: High-school students ages 14–18 can enter individually or in teams.
Business & financeComputer scienceSocial impact

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Canadian Biology Olympiad

Online through a Canadian school
Grades 11 · 12
April exam · annual cycle

A senior biology competition that tests how students apply concepts from biology to unfamiliar situations.

Eligibility: Students enrolled in a Canadian high school or first-year CEGEP; exam registration begins with the school.
Biology & health

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Canadian Math Kangaroo Contest

Online or through local centres
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual spring contest

A national mathematics contest built around logic, patterns, and the joy of solving a surprising problem.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 1–12; Canadian high-school students can enter the Grade 9–12 levels.
Mathematics

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International Academic Competitions

Online through Canadian organizers
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Multiple annual events

Quizbowl and academic competitions for Canadian secondary students across history, science, current events, and other subjects.

Eligibility: High-school students in Grades 9–12 can review Canadian Division events and registration details for each competition.
Any field

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World Scholar’s Cup

Regional or global events
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Regional rounds · annual cycle

A global team competition combining debate, writing, collaborative challenges, and wide-ranging academic topics.

Eligibility: Students compete in teams; regional rounds and global events welcome schools from around the world.
Arts & designSocial impactAny field

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Caribou Contests

Online · open to Canadian students
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Multiple contest rounds each year

An online international mathematics contest that focuses on problem solving rather than speed or memorization.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 2–12; Canadian students can participate online through the annual contest rounds.
Mathematics

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Canadian Association of Physicists

School-based across Canada
Grades 11 · 12
Spring exam cycle · annual

A national physics exam and awards program that gives high-school and Cégep students a chance to test their problem-solving skills.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school and Cégep students; the participating school or organizer confirms the current exam level and registration route.
EngineeringMathematics

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ICTC / CyberTitan

Online competition for Canadian teams
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Competition season · annual

A Canadian cyber-defence competition where student teams protect a simulated network and develop practical cybersecurity skills.

Eligibility: Canadian middle- and high-school students competing through a registered team, educator, or community organization.
Computer scienceEngineering

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Chemistry Education Canada

School-based across Canada
Grades 11 · 12
Spring contest cycle · annual

A national chemistry contest for high-school students, with strong performers eligible for recognition and olympiad pathways.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students; the host school follows the current contest registration and grade-level instructions.
Biology & healthEngineeringMathematics

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BC Chemistry Olympiad Committee

BC school-based contest
Grades 10 · 11
Winter/spring contest cycle

A British Columbia chemistry contest that challenges students with olympiad-style problems and supports selection for higher-level events.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 10 and 11 in British Columbia; check the current school registration instructions.
Biology & healthEngineeringMathematics

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University of Waterloo CEMC

School-based and open to Canadian students
Grades 12
Spring exam cycle · annual

An international high-school chemistry exam that rewards careful chemical reasoning and connects students with chemistry outreach.

Eligibility: Primarily Grade 12 chemistry students writing through a participating school; Canadian schools can register for the current exam.
Biology & healthEngineeringMathematics

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University of British Columbia

Online or school-based across Canada
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Winter/spring contest cycle

A national physics contest for students who want to stretch beyond classroom problems and explore olympiad-level physics.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students, generally Grades 10–12; the current contest page explains registration and team-selection routes.
EngineeringMathematics

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Canadian Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad

Online across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual contest and team-selection cycle

A national astronomy and astrophysics contest that develops mathematical modelling, observation, and physics problem solving.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students; the contest and national-team information is updated on the organizer’s current site.
EngineeringMathematics

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Canadian Linguistics Olympiad Committee

School-based across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Winter contest cycle · annual

A puzzle-based language competition where students infer patterns in unfamiliar languages using logic rather than prior language study.

Eligibility: Canadian secondary-school students; registration is normally coordinated through a school or local organizer.
Arts & designComputer scienceAny field

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NACLO

Online and open to Canadian students
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
January open round · annual

A free international puzzle competition combining language and logic, designed for curious secondary students with no linguistics background required.

Eligibility: High-school students in Canada and the United States; Canadian students can write online or through an approved site.
Computer scienceArts & designMathematics

Verified August 29, 2026

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Junior Science Olympiad of Canada

Online across Canada
Grades 9
Qualification cycle · annual

A science challenge covering biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics for younger high-school students, with a route toward international selection.

Eligibility: Students in Canadian schools who meet the current age limit, generally 15 or younger; read the qualification rules carefully.
Biology & healthEngineeringMathematics

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APEGA

In-person Alberta regional events
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Regional event season · annual

Hands-on, team-based science and engineering events that ask Alberta students to design, build, test, and explain solutions.

Eligibility: Alberta students in Grades 1–12 competing through participating schools; high-school teams should confirm the current event categories.
EngineeringComputer scienceMathematics

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Forests Canada

Regional events across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Regional spring event cycle

A team environmental competition covering ecology, soils, forestry, wildlife, and current environmental issues through regional events.

Eligibility: High-school students competing on teams; regional eligibility and progression to national events vary across participating provinces.
EnvironmentBiology & healthSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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Canadian Parents for French

Local and provincial rounds across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Winter/spring speech season

A French public-speaking competition that gives students a structured way to practise argument, delivery, and confidence.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 9–12 in participating Canadian schools or regions; local and provincial qualification rules apply.
Arts & designSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

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The Royal Canadian Legion

Local, provincial, and national rounds
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Fall remembrance contest cycle

Poster, literary, and video contests that invite Canadian youth to reflect on remembrance, service, and Canadian history.

Eligibility: Canadian students in age and grade categories set by the current national contest rules; Grades 9–12 have multiple entry categories.
Arts & designSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

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CAYIA

Online with Canada-wide participation
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual innovation challenge

A Canada-wide innovation competition where student teams turn ideas into prototypes, pitches, and solutions to real problems.

Eligibility: Canadian students in Grades 7–12; teams should review the current challenge theme, submission format, and judging criteria.
Computer scienceEngineeringBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

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University of Northern British Columbia

UNBC-hosted event in Prince George
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Spring design event · annual

A design-build challenge that lets secondary students apply engineering thinking to a practical problem and present their solution.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 10–12, normally competing in teams through the annual UNBC event.
EngineeringComputer scienceMathematics

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University of Northern British Columbia

UNBC-hosted event in Prince George
Grades 9 · 10
STEM challenge cycle · annual or biennial

A hands-on STEM event where younger secondary students solve collaborative science and engineering challenges.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 8–10; Canadian students in the target grade range can confirm the next event date with UNBC.
EngineeringComputer scienceMathematics

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University of Toronto Student Research Innovation

Online Canada-wide case competition
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual case competition cycle

A timed case and research challenge where students investigate a problem, develop an evidence-based response, and present their thinking.

Eligibility: High-school students across Canada; teams should read the current event format and submission requirements.
Business & financeSocial impactComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

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Fraser Institute

Online across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual contest; next cycle opens in winter

An annual essay contest inviting high-school students to write a clear, evidence-based argument about a current social or economic question.

Eligibility: High-school students in Canada and Canadians studying abroad; read the current theme, word limit, and submission rules.
Social impactBusiness & financeArts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

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Junior Achievement Canada

JA programs across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Regional challenge cycle · annual

A business strategy simulation where student teams make decisions about pricing, production, marketing, and growth in a competitive market.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 8–12 participating through a Junior Achievement classroom or event; Canadian delivery varies by region.
Business & financeMathematicsSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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DECA Ontario

Ontario chapter and provincial events
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
School registration and winter competition season

Business, finance, marketing, hospitality, and entrepreneurship role-plays and case events for Ontario high-school students.

Eligibility: Ontario secondary students who participate through a DECA chapter; event and membership requirements apply.
Business & financeArts & designSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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Canadian Student Debating Federation

National event with regional qualification
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Debate season and national championship

A national high-school debating championship that develops research, argument, rebuttal, and public-speaking skills.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school debaters who qualify through the federation’s member circuits or regional process.
Arts & designSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

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Dalhousie University

Virtual competition hosted by Dalhousie
Grades 11 · 12
Winter finance competition · annual

A finance and market-simulation event where high-school students practise portfolio thinking, financial analysis, and presentation.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students; the current registration page sets team, grade, and event rules.
Business & financeMathematicsComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

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York University School of Public Policy & Administration

Online Ontario-wide essay contest
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual spring essay cycle

An essay competition that asks Ontario high-school students to explore a public-policy issue using clear reasoning and evidence.

Eligibility: Ontario high-school students; review the current topic, formatting rules, and submission deadline before entering.
Social impactArts & designBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

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Ivey Business School

Canada-accessible case competitions
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Multiple annual case events

Case competitions that let high-school students analyse a business problem, build a recommendation, and present it to judges.

Eligibility: High-school students; event locations, team rules, and whether a specific round is virtual vary by annual competition.
Business & financeSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

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OpenMinds Foundation

Greater Vancouver student event
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual case competition cycle

A free Greater Vancouver business case competition where students learn to frame a problem, analyse options, and pitch a recommendation.

Eligibility: Greater Vancouver high-school students; team composition and event details are set by the current cycle.
Business & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

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FUSE Society

BC-based event with online access when offered
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual 48-hour event

A 48-hour entrepreneurship and private-equity-style case event where high-school students evaluate ideas and build an investment pitch.

Eligibility: High-school students; confirm the current event format, team rules, and Vancouver or online delivery details.
Business & financeMathematicsSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

University of Waterloo School of Accounting and Finance

Canada-wide school competition
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual financial literacy cycle

A team competition built around personal finance, business decisions, and practical financial literacy for secondary students.

Eligibility: Students participate through a recognized Canadian high school; teacher registration and current rules determine the available grade divisions.
Business & financeMathematicsAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

University of Toronto Rotman Finance Lab

U of T-hosted finance simulation
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual market simulation cycle

A market-simulation challenge that introduces high-school students to trading decisions, financial research, and the impact of news on markets.

Eligibility: High-school students; current event rules indicate the eligible grade range, team format, and whether participation is virtual or campus-based.
Business & financeMathematicsComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

FBLA Canada

Canadian chapters and national conference
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
School-year competition cycle

A national business and leadership conference with competitive events in entrepreneurship, finance, technology, presentation, and communication.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students participating through an FBLA Canada chapter; chapter and event registration rules apply.
Business & financeComputer scienceArts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Hillfield Strathallan College

Hamilton high-school conference
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual conference cycle

A student diplomacy simulation where delegates research countries, negotiate resolutions, and practise public speaking in committee.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 5–12, including independent high-school delegates when available; review the current conference registration details.
Social impactArts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Nanaimo Model United Nations

Nanaimo high-school conference
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual conference cycle

A British Columbia Model UN conference for high-school delegates to debate international issues and draft resolutions.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students; schools and independent delegates should follow the current registration instructions.
Social impactArts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Capital Model United Nations

Bilingual Ottawa conference
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual conference cycle

A bilingual high-school Model UN conference where delegates practise diplomacy, research, negotiation, and formal debate.

Eligibility: High-school students from across Canada; delegation and individual registration options depend on the current conference.
Social impactArts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

SOMA

Southern Ontario conference
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual conference cycle

A student-run Model UN assembly that gives Ontario high-school delegates practice in diplomacy, public speaking, and policy research.

Eligibility: Ontario high-school delegates; schools should check the current committee list and registration procedure.
Social impactArts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Launch League

Province-wide Ontario program
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
School-year program cycle

A free Ontario entrepreneurship program that guides students from problem discovery to a final pitch and competition.

Eligibility: Ontario students aged 13+; school or educator registration and current cohort requirements apply.
Business & financeSocial impactComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Art Canada Institute

Online across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual student art challenge

A national visual-art challenge that invites students to respond creatively to Canadian art and compete for recognition and prizes.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 7–12 across Canada; read the current theme and submission categories before entering.
Arts & designSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Polar Expressions Publishing

Online across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
November 20, 2026

Free national poetry and short-story contests that give Canadian students a chance to publish and be recognized for original writing.

Eligibility: Canadian students in K–12; Grades 9–12 entrants should follow the current poetry or short-story category rules.
Arts & designSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Vaughan International Film Festival

Ontario student film submission
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual film submission cycle

A student film competition where Ontario high-school creators can submit short films and build experience in storytelling and production.

Eligibility: Ontario high-school students; current submission rules set the accepted formats, runtime, and team requirements.
Arts & designComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

University of New Brunswick

Online admission contest for UNB applicants
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual fall/winter admissions contest

A university admissions contest with a tuition prize for an eligible Canadian high-school student planning to begin at UNB.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school residents other than Quebec, graduating within the cycle’s stated window; read the official rules for exclusions and entry steps.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

STEM Fellowship

Online research challenge across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual data challenge cycle

A research-style data and artificial-intelligence challenge where student teams investigate environmental or social questions with real datasets.

Eligibility: High-school and CEGEP students in Canada; teams follow the current challenge theme, mentor, and submission requirements.
Computer scienceMathematicsEnvironment

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

St. Michaels University School

Online contest accessible from Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual contest cycle

A writing and reflection contest offering a scholarship-style prize toward a future school year at St. Michaels University School.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 9–12 in Canada or the United States; current contest rules determine the prompt, entry, and award conditions.
Arts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

TD Canada Trust

Open across Canada
Grades 12
Fall application cycle · annual

A substantial scholarship for graduating students whose sustained community leadership has made a positive difference.

Eligibility: Final-year high-school students outside Quebec or final-year CEGEP students in Quebec.
Social impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program

Open across Canada
Grades 12
Opens November 1 · annual cycle

A renewable award for Canadian students whose volunteer work reflects courage, determination, and humanitarian service.

Eligibility: Students graduating from secondary school or completing their first year of CEGEP with humanitarian involvement.
Social impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

RBC Future Launch

Open across Canada
Grades 12
Winter application cycle · annual

A multi-year scholarship supporting Indigenous students as they transition into post-secondary education and career pathways.

Eligibility: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students in Canada; review the official cycle for current academic requirements.
Any fieldBusiness & financeComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

French for the Future

Online across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual winter/spring contest

A French-language essay contest that invites high-school students to reflect on language, identity, and their future.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students; essay and language requirements vary by annual theme.
Arts & designSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Toronto

University of Toronto entrance award
Grades 12
Fall nomination/application cycle

A flagship entrance scholarship for outstanding students entering the University of Toronto with academic and community distinction.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students applying to U of T; nomination and application steps apply.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

McGill University

McGill University entrance award
Grades 12
Winter entrance award cycle

Competitive entrance awards for strong students beginning an undergraduate degree at McGill.

Eligibility: Students entering McGill directly from secondary school; award and faculty requirements vary.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Queen’s University

Queen’s University entrance award
Grades 12
Fall/winter entrance award cycle

A major entrance scholarship recognizing academic excellence, leadership, and contribution to school or community.

Eligibility: Students entering Queen’s from a Canadian high school; the current award cycle sets the specific requirements.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of British Columbia

UBC entrance awards
Grades 12
Fall/winter entrance award cycle

A collection of UBC entrance awards for Canadian students, including merit, leadership, and community-focused opportunities.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school applicants to UBC; criteria and deadlines depend on the individual award.
Any fieldSocial impactEnvironment

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Waterloo

Waterloo entrance award
Grades 12
Application cycle follows university deadlines

An automatic and application-based entrance award pathway for high-achieving students entering Waterloo programs.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students applying to eligible Waterloo undergraduate programs; program requirements vary.
Computer scienceEngineeringMathematics

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Calgary

University of Calgary entrance awards
Grades 12
Fall/winter entrance award cycle

Entrance awards for students moving from high school into undergraduate study at the University of Calgary.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school applicants; award criteria range from academic achievement to leadership and community involvement.
Any fieldBusiness & financeEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Dalhousie University

Dalhousie entrance awards
Grades 12
Winter entrance award cycle

A range of entrance awards for students beginning undergraduate study at Dalhousie, including community and equity-focused awards.

Eligibility: Students entering Dalhousie directly from a Canadian high school; each award has its own criteria.
Any fieldSocial impactBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Alberta

University of Alberta entrance awards
Grades 12
Application cycle follows university deadlines

Entrance awards that recognize strong academic results, leadership, and a range of student backgrounds.

Eligibility: Students applying to the University of Alberta from high school; individual awards have different criteria.
Any fieldEngineeringBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Manitoba

University of Manitoba entrance awards
Grades 12
Winter entrance award cycle

Entrance awards and bursaries for students starting university in Manitoba, including awards tied to academic achievement and community.

Eligibility: Students entering the University of Manitoba from high school; requirements vary by award.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Memorial University entrance awards
Grades 12
Fall/winter entrance award cycle

Entrance scholarships that help students from Newfoundland and Labrador and beyond begin undergraduate study at Memorial.

Eligibility: New students entering Memorial from high school; award conditions and nomination routes vary.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Alberta

Alberta trade and apprenticeship award
Grades 11 · 12
Annual scholarship cycle

Awards for Alberta high-school students who build apprenticeship experience through the Registered Apprenticeship Program or related career pathways.

Eligibility: Alberta students completing the current high-school apprenticeship requirements; trade, hours, and school conditions apply.
EngineeringAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of British Columbia

BC provincial award
Grades 12
Awarded after the Grade 12 assessment cycle

A provincial scholarship recognizing the top graduating students in British Columbia based on achievement in Grade 12 courses.

Eligibility: BC Grade 12 students who meet the provincial course and graduation requirements; recipients are selected through the provincial process.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of British Columbia

BC provincial award
Grades 12
February nomination cycle · annual

A provincial award for graduating BC students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, service, leadership, and community contribution.

Eligibility: BC Grade 12 students nominated by their school and meeting the current provincial scholarship requirements.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of British Columbia

BC career-program scholarship
Grades 12
Application window reopens for each graduating cycle

A scholarship for BC graduates who complete the Youth Work in Trades program and begin building practical trade experience.

Eligibility: BC Grade 12 students or recent graduates who complete the current WRK program and meet the application conditions.
EngineeringAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

The Cmolik Foundation

BC-wide scholarship program
Grades 12
February 7, 2027

A BC scholarship supporting graduating students who have demonstrated academic potential, leadership, and a desire to continue their education.

Eligibility: Graduating BC high-school students; the foundation’s current application form lists academic, financial, and community criteria.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Manitoba

Manitoba youth bursary
Grades 12
Annual application cycle

A bursary that helps Manitoba youth with experience in the child-welfare system access post-secondary education and training.

Eligibility: Eligible Manitoba youth who are current or former permanent wards or meet the program’s equivalent criteria; Grade 12 students planning post-secondary study can apply.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan agriculture award
Grades 12
Annual spring application cycle

A Saskatchewan award for students entering agriculture-related post-secondary study and contributing to the province’s agricultural future.

Eligibility: Saskatchewan Grade 12 students or recent graduates entering an eligible agriculture-related program; current application rules apply.
EnvironmentBusiness & financeBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan provincial award
Grades 12
Applied through the post-secondary funding cycle

A provincial tuition-support award for eligible Saskatchewan high-school graduates who attend a Saskatchewan post-secondary institution.

Eligibility: Saskatchewan Grade 12 graduates who meet residency, financial-aid, and Saskatchewan study requirements; some assessment is automatic.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan school-nominated award
Grades 11
Annual school nomination cycle

A school-nominated award that helps a Saskatchewan Grade 11 student continue into Grade 12 with academic and community support.

Eligibility: Saskatchewan Grade 11 students nominated by their school under the current scholarship rules.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia provincial award
Grades 12
Annual spring award cycle

A scholarship for Nova Scotia graduates entering business, science, or engineering programs that can support the clean economy.

Eligibility: Nova Scotia high-school graduates accepted into an eligible post-secondary program; current award and nomination criteria apply.
EnvironmentEngineeringBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of New Brunswick

New Brunswick student-aid pathway
Grades 12
Apply for the upcoming academic year through student aid

Needs-based financial assistance for New Brunswick students entering post-secondary education, including provincial bursary support.

Eligibility: New Brunswick residents applying for full-time post-secondary study; Grade 12 students should review the current application and residency rules.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Québec

Québec provincial student aid
Grades 12
Apply for the upcoming academic year

Needs-based provincial aid that can combine loans and bursaries for eligible Québec students pursuing full-time studies after high school.

Eligibility: Québec residents beginning eligible full-time studies; financial, residency, family, and program requirements are assessed by the province.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Yukon

Yukon territorial award
Grades 12
Annual post-secondary funding cycle

A territorial award supporting Yukon high-school graduates as they move into post-secondary education, trades, or other eligible training.

Eligibility: Eligible Yukon residents and high-school graduates; residency, graduation, and program conditions apply.
Any fieldEngineeringEnvironment

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Ottawa

uOttawa entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

A collection of entrance scholarships and awards for students entering uOttawa directly from a Canadian high school.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school applicants admitted to an eligible uOttawa undergraduate program; individual award criteria and deadlines vary.
Any fieldSocial impactComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Carleton University

Carleton entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships and awards for Canadian students applying to Carleton directly from secondary school.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 applicants to Carleton; award requirements range from admission averages to leadership and community involvement.
Any fieldComputer scienceEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

York University

York University entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Automatic and application-based entrance awards for students beginning an undergraduate degree at York University.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 students applying to York; award criteria, nomination routes, and deadlines vary by program.
Any fieldSocial impactBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

McMaster University

McMaster entrance awards
Grades 12
Winter entrance award cycle

Entrance awards for domestic students beginning undergraduate study at McMaster, including academic, leadership, and community awards.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 students entering McMaster from high school; each award has its own criteria and application route.
Any fieldBiology & healthEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Victoria

UVic entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships for high-achieving students beginning undergraduate study at the University of Victoria.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants to UVic; automatic and application-based awards have different admission, grade, and leadership requirements.
Any fieldBiology & healthComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Northern British Columbia

UNBC entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships, bursaries, and awards for students beginning an undergraduate program at UNBC.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students applying to UNBC; award requirements vary by academic achievement, community contribution, region, and program.
Any fieldEnvironmentEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Saskatchewan

USask entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships and awards for students entering the University of Saskatchewan from a Canadian high school.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants to USask; award categories include academic, leadership, Indigenous, regional, and program-specific opportunities.
Any fieldBiology & healthEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Regina

University of Regina entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships and awards for high-school graduates beginning undergraduate study at the University of Regina.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants to the University of Regina; academic, leadership, financial, and program-specific criteria vary.
Any fieldSocial impactBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Lethbridge

ULethbridge entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance awards for Alberta and Canadian high-school students entering undergraduate study at the University of Lethbridge.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants entering ULethbridge; awards may consider grades, leadership, financial need, or specific backgrounds.
Any fieldBiology & healthBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of New Brunswick

UNB entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships for Canadian high-school students entering undergraduate study at UNB in Fredericton or Saint John.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students applying to UNB; automatic and application-based awards have different academic, leadership, and program requirements.
Any fieldEngineeringComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Saint Mary’s University

Saint Mary’s entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships and awards for high-school students starting undergraduate study at Saint Mary’s in Halifax.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants; Canadian, international, automatic, and application-based awards have different criteria.
Any fieldBusiness & financeComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Mount Allison University

Mount Allison entrance awards
Grades 12
March entrance scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships for Canadian high-school students beginning first year at Mount Allison, including automatic awards based on admission results.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students applying from a Canadian high school; minimum averages, admission, and deadline conditions vary by award.
Any fieldArts & designBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

St. Francis Xavier University

StFX entrance bursary
Grades 12
Admission and financial-aid cycle

Needs-based entrance bursary support for Canadian students moving directly from high school into undergraduate study at StFX.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 students entering StFX directly from high school who demonstrate financial need; current application requirements apply.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

MacEwan University

MacEwan entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships for Alberta and Canadian high-school students beginning an undergraduate or diploma program at MacEwan.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants; award criteria may include admission average, leadership, financial need, or program choice.
Any fieldBusiness & financeComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Mount Royal University

Mount Royal entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

A collection of entrance scholarships and awards for students beginning undergraduate study at Mount Royal University.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants to Mount Royal; award requirements vary across academic, leadership, community, and program categories.
Any fieldBusiness & financeComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Wilfrid Laurier University

Laurier entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Automatic and application-based entrance scholarships for Canadian high-school students entering Laurier in Waterloo or Brantford.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants from Canadian high schools; award levels and additional criteria depend on the current admission cycle.
Any fieldBusiness & financeArts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Western University

Western entrance scholarships
Grades 12
Admission scholarship cycle

Automatic admission scholarships for high-achieving students entering Western University directly from high school.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students admitted to eligible Western undergraduate programs; admission average and graduation timing determine the award.
Any fieldBiology & healthEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Toronto Metropolitan University

TMU entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships and major awards for Canadian high-school students applying to undergraduate programs at TMU.

Eligibility: Grade 12 Canadian applicants; automatic and application-based awards have different criteria and deadlines.
Any fieldBusiness & financeComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Ontario Tech University

Ontario Tech entrance awards
Grades 12
Winter entrance award cycle

Major entrance scholarship opportunities for domestic students entering Ontario Tech directly from a Canadian secondary school.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 students admitted to an eligible Ontario Tech program; grades, leadership, and application requirements vary.
Computer scienceEngineeringBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Trent University

Trent entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance awards for Canadian secondary-school students beginning undergraduate study at Trent’s Peterborough or Durham campus.

Eligibility: Grade 12 Canadian secondary students with the required admission average; award and deadline details vary by current cycle.
Any fieldEnvironmentBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Guelph

Guelph entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships, bursaries, and awards for Canadian high-school students entering undergraduate study at Guelph.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 applicants; automatic awards and application-based awards use different grade, financial, and leadership criteria.
Any fieldBiology & healthEnvironment

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Brock University

Brock entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships and awards for students entering Brock University from high school, including automatic and application-based funding.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants to Brock; award criteria include admission results and, for some awards, leadership or community involvement.
Any fieldSocial impactArts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Windsor

Windsor entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance awards for domestic high-school students entering undergraduate study at the University of Windsor.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 students applying directly from high school; automatic and application-based award conditions vary.
Any fieldEngineeringBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Nipissing University

Nipissing entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships, bursaries, and awards for students coming to Nipissing directly from secondary school.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants to Nipissing; criteria vary across academic, financial, leadership, Indigenous, and regional awards.
Any fieldBiology & healthEnvironment

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Concordia University

Concordia entrance awards
Grades 12
Admission and scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships and funding information for Canadian high-school and CEGEP students beginning undergraduate study at Concordia.

Eligibility: Grade 12 Canadian high-school applicants or equivalent; individual award criteria depend on faculty, program, and student background.
Any fieldComputer scienceEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU entrance scholarship
Grades 12
Annual entrance scholarship cycle

A major entrance scholarship for high-achieving BC students beginning undergraduate study at Kwantlen Polytechnic University.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants from BC high schools; current GPA, application, and deadline requirements apply.
Any fieldBusiness & financeComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of the Fraser Valley

UFV entrance awards
Grades 12
Annual entrance scholarship cycle

Entrance scholarships for high-school students beginning undergraduate study at the University of the Fraser Valley.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants; Canadian and regional award criteria may include grades, leadership, community service, and program choice.
Any fieldBusiness & financeBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Vancouver Island University

VIU entrance awards
Grades 12
Annual entrance award cycle

Entrance scholarships and bursaries for students entering Vancouver Island University from high school.

Eligibility: Grade 12 applicants to VIU; award criteria vary by academic results, financial need, region, and community involvement.
Any fieldEnvironmentBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Okanagan College

Okanagan College entrance awards
Grades 12
Annual entrance award cycle

Regional entrance scholarships and awards for BC high-school graduates starting a certificate, diploma, or degree pathway at Okanagan College.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students from eligible BC schools or communities; award criteria and campus requirements vary.
Any fieldEngineeringBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

College of New Caledonia

Northern BC college award
Grades 12
March 31, 2027

Local entrance awards for eligible northern BC high-school students entering post-secondary study through CNC.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students from the school districts named in the current award rules; program, campus, and graduation conditions apply.
Any fieldBusiness & financeEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Bayer Crop Science Canada

Open across Canada
Grades 12
Annual spring application cycle

A national scholarship for Canadian high-school graduates pursuing agriculture, food, environmental, or related studies.

Eligibility: Students in the final year of Canadian high school entering an eligible agriculture, food, culinary, or related post-secondary program.
EnvironmentBiology & healthBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

G3

Open across Canada
Grades 12
Annual scholarship cycle

A national scholarship supporting Canadian students who connect agriculture with innovation, technology, sustainability, or community leadership.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 students entering eligible post-secondary study; current criteria include the application essay and program requirements.
EnvironmentEngineeringBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

4-H Canada

Open across Canada through 4-H
Grades 12
Annual 4-H scholarship cycle

A scholarship for graduating 4-H members who plan to study agriculture, agri-business, or a related field after high school.

Eligibility: Final-year Canadian 4-H members meeting the current age, membership, academic, and program requirements.
EnvironmentBusiness & financeBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

MAX

Open across Canada
Grades 12
Annual spring application cycle

A Canadian scholarship for students who show academic promise, financial need, and a commitment to their education or community.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students entering post-secondary study; the current application sets the award, financial, and reference requirements.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Canadian Society of Customs Brokers

Open across Canada
Grades 12
Annual scholarship cycle

A smaller national scholarship for a Canadian secondary student connected to a member of the customs-broker community.

Eligibility: Final-year Canadian secondary students or recent graduates who meet the family or guardian connection and post-secondary conditions.
Business & financeAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada

Open across Canada
Grades 11 · 12
Review current funding windows and eligibility

Education funding and support for young people with experience in government care as they pursue high school completion and post-secondary goals.

Eligibility: Youth from care in Canada; eligibility, age, province, and education-stage requirements differ across available supports.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Indspire

Open across Canada
Grades 12
Indspire application cycle

A targeted award for Indigenous high-school students planning to study business or engineering after graduation.

Eligibility: Indigenous students in Canada with the required academic standing and a plan to enter an eligible business or engineering program.
Business & financeEngineeringSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

RE/MAX Canada

Online across Canada except Quebec
Grades 12
March 15, 2027

A national essay-based scholarship contest for graduating Canadian high-school students, with multiple awards across the country.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students in Canada except Quebec who meet the current graduation window and essay submission rules.
Arts & designSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Memorial University entrance award
Grades 12
Annual entrance award cycle

A Memorial entrance scholarship supporting students who have demonstrated leadership, service, and the potential to broaden their horizons through university study.

Eligibility: Canadian Grade 12 students applying to Memorial; current award criteria, nomination, and admission conditions apply.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Canada

Placements across Canada
Grades 11 · 12
Listings open throughout the year

Short-term jobs and internship pathways that connect young people with employers in heritage, culture, and community work.

Eligibility: Student and graduate eligibility varies by stream, employer, age, and work authorization.
Arts & designSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Canada

Local employers across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Summer postings · annual cycle

A national summer employment program that helps young people build practical work experience with local employers.

Eligibility: Youth eligibility, age requirements, and available roles vary by employer and posting.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Alberta Innovates / University of Calgary

In-person at the University of Calgary
Grades 11
Applications typically close in March

A paid summer research experience where Grade 11 students work with faculty on health research and innovation projects.

Eligibility: Exceptional Grade 11 students in the eligible Alberta region; current application details control eligibility.
Biology & healthComputer scienceEnvironment

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Alberta Innovates / University of Alberta

In-person at the University of Alberta
Grades 11
Applications typically close in March

A summer research placement for Grade 11 students exploring health, data-enabled health, and innovation research.

Eligibility: Grade 11 students; the current program page lists geographic, academic, and application requirements.
Biology & healthComputer scienceEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Alberta Innovates / University of Lethbridge

In-person at the University of Lethbridge
Grades 11
Applications typically close in spring

A summer research opportunity where Grade 11 students collaborate with university mentors on health and biomedical research.

Eligibility: Grade 11 students in the eligible southern Alberta area; review the current program requirements before applying.
Biology & healthComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine

Calgary-based program
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Summer program · annual cycle

Mentorship and research or professional-practice experience guided by Black researchers and professionals.

Eligibility: High-school youth; current program details set the participant and funding requirements.
Biology & healthSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Canada

Community placements across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Opportunities listed throughout the year

Youth service placements that build transferable skills through community projects, volunteering, and civic participation.

Eligibility: Youth eligibility varies by placement, age, location, and partner organization.
Social impactEnvironmentAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Legislative Assembly of Alberta

Legislative Assembly placement
Grades 11 · 12
Session-based recruitment · annual

A paid page placement that gives Alberta high-school students a close look at legislative procedure, public service, and democratic institutions.

Eligibility: Alberta high-school students, generally in Grades 11–12, who meet the current age, school, and work-schedule requirements.
Social impactArts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Legislative Assembly of Manitoba

Manitoba Legislature placement
Grades 11 · 12
Annual session recruitment

A part-time legislative placement for Manitoba high-school students interested in public service, law, communications, and civic life.

Eligibility: Manitoba students who meet the current Grade 11–12, age, school, and availability requirements.
Social impactArts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island

PEI Legislature placement
Grades 11 · 12
Session-based recruitment · annual

Student page and work-experience opportunities that introduce PEI high-school students to the operation of the provincial legislature.

Eligibility: Prince Edward Island high-school students, typically in Grades 11–12; the Assembly posts the current role, age, and application details.
Social impactArts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick

New Brunswick Legislature placement
Grades 11 · 12
Session-based recruitment · annual

Student opportunities at the New Brunswick Legislature that build experience in public administration, communications, and civic service.

Eligibility: New Brunswick high-school students who meet the current page or student-opportunity requirements; roles and schedules vary by session.
Social impactArts & designAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

BC Cancer Deeley Research Centre

Paid summer research internship
Grades 11
Spring application for summer placement

An eight-week summer internship that places a Grade 11 student in a cancer research environment in Victoria.

Eligibility: Grade 11 students who meet the current application, science-interest, and local participation requirements; read the annual posting carefully.
Biology & healthComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Toronto summer research placement
Grades 11 · 12
Annual summer hiring cycle

A hospital research internship where high-school students gain exposure to physical, biological, health, or clinical research.

Eligibility: Ontario high-school students who meet the current posting’s grade, age, work authorization, and science-interest requirements.
Biology & healthEngineeringComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

University of British Columbia Okanagan

UBC Okanagan summer STEM experience
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual summer program cycle

A short engineering research and design experience where high-school students work with UBC Okanagan mentors on a STEM project.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 9–12; the current application explains project dates, participation requirements, and any priority groups.
EngineeringComputer scienceMathematics

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

University of Toronto Department of Psychology

Toronto or online research experience
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual summer application cycle

A free summer research experience where Ontario high-school students explore psychology research methods and university lab life.

Eligibility: Ontario high-school students; the current SPRINT page sets the grade, application, and participation requirements.
Biology & healthSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine

U of T health mentorship program
Grades 11
Annual spring application cycle

A health-science mentorship and research exposure program designed to help students see themselves in medicine and biomedical careers.

Eligibility: Black and Indigenous Ontario students in Grade 11 who meet the current school, community, and application criteria.
Biology & healthSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Youreka Canada

University-partnered research experience
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual cohort application cycle

A multi-week research experience where high-school students work with university partners and undergraduate mentors on an investigation.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 9–12 or CEGEP; cohort locations, research themes, and current application requirements vary.
Biology & healthComputer scienceEnvironment

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

STEM Fellowship

University-partnered research placements
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Annual research exploration cycle

A research exploration pathway connecting Canadian high-school students with university mentors, research questions, and scientific communication.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students in Grades 9–12; partner-university availability and current cohort requirements determine placements.
Biology & healthComputer scienceEnvironment

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Ontario

Ontario school and employer placements
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Connect with a school board or apprenticeship office

A school-to-trades pathway that lets Ontario students earn co-op credits, explore a skilled trade, and begin apprenticeship training.

Eligibility: Ontario students who have completed the required Grade 10 credits; students can participate during Grades 10–12 under the current school-board process.
EngineeringAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Ontario

Ontario summer entrepreneurship program
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Spring application cycle

A summer entrepreneurship program that helps Ontario students plan, launch, and operate a small business with training and mentorship.

Eligibility: Ontario students aged 15–29 who are returning to school; current program rules include time, business, and school requirements.
Business & financeSocial impactComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Manitoba

Manitoba student employment service
Grades 11 · 12
Student job postings open throughout the year

A Manitoba student employment service that connects eligible students with paid provincial government work and experience-building roles.

Eligibility: Manitoba students who meet the current study, age, work authorization, and return-to-school rules; postings vary by department.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Manitoba

Community jobs across Manitoba
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Spring/summer hiring cycle

Seasonal community employment that gives Manitoba youth practical experience through environmental, recreation, and neighbourhood projects.

Eligibility: Manitoba youth; age, school, residency, and employer requirements vary across Urban and Hometown Green Team positions.
EnvironmentSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Manitoba

Youth employment support across Manitoba
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Seasonal centres and job listings

Free seasonal employment support that helps Manitoba youth find local jobs, prepare applications, and connect with employers.

Eligibility: Manitoba youth ages 13–29; students in Grades 9–12 can use the service, while individual jobs set their own conditions.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Manitoba

Manitoba school and employer placements
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Connect with a school, employer, or apprenticeship office

A paid on-the-job learning route where Manitoba students can earn high-school credits and apprenticeship hours in a skilled trade.

Eligibility: Manitoba students in Grades 10–12 who meet the school, employer, and trade requirements for the current apprenticeship placement.
EngineeringAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of New Brunswick

New Brunswick summer placements
Grades 11 · 12
Spring/summer hiring cycle

A summer employment and business-experience program that helps New Brunswick students build workplace skills and explore local careers.

Eligibility: New Brunswick students who meet the current age, school, residency, and employer eligibility rules; placements can last up to the program’s stated term.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of New Brunswick

New Brunswick trades placements
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Spring/summer application cycle

A paid summer skilled-trades placement for New Brunswick high-school students who want to explore apprenticeship work before graduation.

Eligibility: Anglophone New Brunswick high-school students who meet the current grade, age, school, and employer requirements.
EngineeringAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Yukon

Yukon summer trades placements
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Annual summer employment cycle

A paid summer skilled-trades program that gives Yukon high-school students supervised work experience and an introduction to apprenticeship pathways.

Eligibility: Yukon high-school students who meet the current age, school, residency, and trade-placement requirements.
EngineeringAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Yukon

Yukon summer work placements
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Annual spring application cycle

A summer work-experience program connecting Yukon secondary students with employers while they build career skills and return-to-school experience.

Eligibility: Students over 15 who are attending secondary or post-secondary school during the academic year; current application forms set the details.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Québec

Québec student employment hub
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Student jobs and internships are posted throughout the year

A provincial guide to student jobs and internships, including public-sector and employer pathways for youth across Québec.

Eligibility: Québec students aged 14 and over; each job or internship sets its own education, language, age, and work requirements.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Prince Edward Island

PEI summer employment hub
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Spring/summer hiring cycle

Summer employment programs that help PEI youth and students find paid work, career experience, and community placements.

Eligibility: PEI youth aged 15–29 who meet the current school-return, residency, and program requirements; streams vary.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

NL summer employment program
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Spring/summer application cycle

A provincial summer employment program that gives Newfoundland and Labrador students supervised work experience with approved employers.

Eligibility: Students in Newfoundland and Labrador high-school levels I–III, including students moving from Grade 9 into Level I, who can legally work.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan government placements
Grades 11 · 12
Annual summer student recruitment

A government summer-student application pathway with roles spanning biology, engineering, health, technology, business, parks, and public service.

Eligibility: Students who meet the current Saskatchewan Public Service student and return-to-school requirements; individual postings set education conditions.
Biology & healthEngineeringComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Saskatchewan Health Authority

Saskatchewan health-care pathways
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Program and job postings vary throughout the year

High-school pathways and entry-level opportunities that let Saskatchewan students explore health-care careers and workplace skills.

Eligibility: Saskatchewan students in Grades 10–12; the current page lists pilot programs, resources, and job eligibility by opportunity.
Biology & healthSocial impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of British Columbia

Outdoor placements across BC
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Spring/summer hiring cycle

Paid outdoor summer work that helps BC youth maintain parks, support visitors, protect natural areas, and explore conservation careers.

Eligibility: BC students who meet the current age, work authorization, and return-to-school requirements; individual ranger postings set details.
EnvironmentBiology & healthSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Canada

Federal youth employment hub
Grades 11 · 12
Programs and postings update throughout the year

A federal starting point for youth and student jobs, internships, work-study pathways, and employment resources across Canada.

Eligibility: Canadian youth and students; each linked program or job sets its own age, school, citizenship, and work authorization requirements.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Canada Job Bank

Job listings across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
New postings added throughout the year

A national job-search hub for youth-friendly jobs, internships, and employment programs, searchable by location and work type.

Eligibility: Youth and students in Canada; age, education, location, and employer requirements are listed on individual postings.
Any fieldBusiness & financeSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Internship

Government of Alberta

Alberta school and employer placements
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Connect with a school, employer, or apprenticeship office

A paid school-to-trade pathway where Alberta students work as apprentices while completing high school and earning credits toward a trade.

Eligibility: Alberta students who remain enrolled in high school and meet the employer, trade, and apprenticeship registration requirements.
EngineeringAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

CNIB

Online application for students across Canada
Grades 12
2027/28 applications open spring 2027

Accessible scholarships and bursaries for Canadian students who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision and are moving into post-secondary education or trades.

Eligibility: Canadian citizens or eligible landed immigrants with blindness, Deafblindness, or low vision who are pursuing a diploma, degree, skilled-trades certificate, apprenticeship, or equivalent program.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Connex Foundation

Online application for Canadian students
Grades 12
February 15, 2027

Up to $5,000 for students pursuing licensed skilled trades, construction management, or facilities management careers.

Eligibility: Canadian or U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are graduating high-school seniors or equivalent, have at least a 2.5/4.0 equivalent GPA, and plan to study full-time in an eligible skilled-trades or facilities field.
EngineeringBusiness & financeAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute

Scholarship with optional Lower Mainland research placement
Grades 12
January 8, 2027

A $1,000 health-research scholarship with an optional one-week research career placement at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute.

Eligibility: Grade 12 students enrolled in the 2026 Mini Med School series who attend all required sessions; the optional 2027 placement also requires age 16+ and Lower Mainland housing access.
Biology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Calgary Foundation

Calgary and surrounding communities
Grades 12
Applications generally open mid-February · individual awards close on different dates

A searchable local award portal with Calgary-area scholarships and bursaries for academic achievement, leadership, athletics, community service, and financial need.

Eligibility: Eligibility varies by award; many opportunities are for Grade 12 students graduating from Calgary-area schools and entering Canadian post-secondary study.
Any fieldSocial impactBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Richmond Community Foundation

Richmond, BC community awards
Grades 12
2027 applications expected in February

A collection of Richmond, BC scholarships for students entering post-secondary education directly after high school or after a gap year.

Eligibility: Students who live in or attend high school in Richmond and are entering a Canadian post-secondary institution; individual awards may have additional community, financial, or program criteria.
Any fieldSocial impactArts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Halton Learning Foundation

Halton District School Board communities
Grades 12
2027 applications open in February · award deadlines vary through April

Nearly 100 annual awards for graduating Halton District School Board students, including hospitality, skilled trades, energy, business, and community-focused scholarships.

Eligibility: Graduating HDSB students; each donor award has its own municipality, program, academic, leadership, or financial-need requirements.
Any fieldEngineeringBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation

Canada-wide agricultural scholarship
Grades 12
Annual scholarship cycle

Seven annual $2,500 scholarships for Canadian students entering or pursuing agriculture, agri-food, agri-business, or agricultural trades.

Eligibility: Canadian students entering or currently pursuing a full-time agriculture-related program at a Canadian college, university, or apprenticeship institution.
EnvironmentBusiness & financeBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

4-H Canada

Online application for 4-H members across Canada
Grades 12
Annual 4-H scholarship cycle

Five $2,000 scholarships for senior 4-H members planning post-secondary study in an eligible business-related program.

Eligibility: Senior 4-H members across Canada who meet the current 4-H Canada scholarship and post-secondary program requirements.
Business & financeAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

4-H Canada

Online application for 4-H members across Canada
Grades 12
Annual 4-H scholarship cycle

Five $4,000 scholarships for senior 4-H members entering agriculture programs focused on field-crop production or crop science.

Eligibility: Senior 4-H members across Canada planning a post-secondary diploma or degree in an eligible agriculture, field-crop, or crop-science program.
EnvironmentBiology & healthEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

4-H Canada

Online application for 4-H members across Canada
Grades 12
Annual 4-H scholarship cycle

Five $2,000 scholarships for senior 4-H youth pursuing a trade-based program or apprenticeship connected to agriculture.

Eligibility: Senior 4-H members from across Canada planning a trade, apprenticeship, or related post-secondary pathway that supports the agriculture sector.
EngineeringEnvironmentAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

4-H Canada

Online application for 4-H members across Canada
Grades 12
Annual 4-H scholarship cycle

Fifteen $1,000 scholarships for 4-H members entering a Canadian degree, certificate, or trade-based program.

Eligibility: 4-H members across Canada who are planning eligible post-secondary study and meet the current John Deere Canada 4-H scholarship guidelines.
EngineeringEnvironmentBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

4-H Canada

Online application for 4-H members across Canada
Grades 12
Annual 4-H scholarship cycle

Fifteen $3,000 scholarships for senior 4-H members pursuing agriculture, food security, food systems, or value-chain studies.

Eligibility: Senior 4-H members across Canada entering an agricultural or directly related food-system program after high school.
EnvironmentBiology & healthBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

King’s University College at Western University

King’s University College in London, Ontario
Grades 12
Automatic awards follow the admission cycle

Automatic entrance scholarships for students entering King’s University College from a Canadian high school, with awards based on final admission averages.

Eligibility: Students entering King’s directly from high school; domestic entrance awards are automatically assessed and some named awards have extra requirements.
Any fieldArts & designBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Brandon University

Brandon University entrance awards
Grades 12
Annual entrance scholarship and bursary cycle

Entrance scholarships and need-based bursaries for Canadian high-school students entering Brandon University, including automatic Board of Governors awards.

Eligibility: Students entering directly from a recognized Canadian high school; academic averages, financial need, enrolment, and application requirements vary by award.
Any fieldBiology & healthComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Acadia University

Acadia University entrance awards
Grades 12
March 1, 2027 · forms and award consideration

Automatic entrance awards and competitive scholar-bursaries for students entering Acadia directly from secondary school.

Eligibility: Canadian and international students entering Acadia from high school or secondary school; academic, financial, application, and nomination criteria vary by award.
Any fieldBiology & healthBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Cape Breton University

Cape Breton University entrance awards
Grades 12
Annual entrance award cycle · check CBU for current deadlines

A large entrance-award program with merit scholarships, bursaries, and major awards for students entering CBU from high school.

Eligibility: Students applying to CBU directly from high school; award values and criteria depend on academic achievement, leadership, financial need, program, and residency.
Any fieldBusiness & financeEngineering

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Mount Saint Vincent University

MSVU entrance awards in Halifax
Grades 12
March 1, 2027

Entrance scholarships and named awards for high-school students entering undergraduate study at MSVU.

Eligibility: Students entering MSVU directly from high school with the required admission average; award and bursary requirements vary and some applications are separate.
Any fieldBiology & healthBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Bishop’s University

Bishop’s University entrance awards
Grades 12
March 1, 2027 · entrance award consideration; some competitive awards extend later

Entrance scholarships, bursaries, and competitive awards for high-school students beginning undergraduate study at Bishop’s.

Eligibility: Students entering Bishop’s after Grade 12 or equivalent; automatic entrance assessment and separate award applications may have different academic and leadership criteria.
Any fieldArts & designBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Algoma University

Algoma University entrance awards
Grades 12
Annual entrance award cycle

Entrance scholarships and named awards for students entering Algoma directly from a recognized Canadian high school.

Eligibility: Students entering Algoma from a recognized Canadian high school; academic averages, regional background, and award-specific requirements apply.
Any fieldComputer scienceBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

College of New Caledonia

College of New Caledonia service regions
Grades 12
March 31, 2027

Three $2,000 entrance scholarships for graduating Grade 12 students from the College of New Caledonia service regions who show leadership and community involvement.

Eligibility: Graduating Grade 12 students from School Districts 57, 28, or 91 who are accepted into eligible full-time CNC university-transfer, health, business, trades, or technology programs.
Any fieldBiology & healthBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Alberta

Alberta school-nominated award
Grades 12
March 1, 2027 · 2027 intake opens

A $2,005 scholarship recognizing Alberta students selected by their high school for outstanding citizenship, leadership, and community service.

Eligibility: Alberta high-school students selected for the Premier’s Citizenship Award who will enrol full-time in post-secondary education; the school nomination route is required.
Social impactAny field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia provincial scholarship
Grades 12
Annual March–May application cycle · confirm the yearly deadline

A $4,500 entrance scholarship for eligible African Nova Scotian students completing Grade 12 in Nova Scotia and beginning university.

Eligibility: Black African Nova Scotian students who graduate from the Nova Scotia school system, meet the academic and residency requirements, receive a school recommendation, and enter university the following academic year.
Any fieldSocial impactArts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Christian Credit Union

Participating Alberta Christian schools
Grades 12
2027 applications open in March

A $1,000 essay-based scholarship for eligible Grade 12 members at participating Christian-community schools in Alberta.

Eligibility: A graduating Grade 12 student at a participating school who is a Christian Credit Union member by the annual eligibility date and plans to enter any post-secondary discipline.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

University of Toronto Youth Summer Program

University of Toronto St. George campus program
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Summer 2027 scholarship cycle · application details to be posted

Need-aware scholarships that help Canadian high-school students attend U of T medicine and health-science summer modules.

Eligibility: Canadian high-school students interested in health or medicine; the scholarship page currently says the program is postponed to Summer 2027 and will publish the next application details.
Biology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Canada

Federal grant accessed through provincial or territorial student aid
Grades 12
Apply through your province or territory’s student-aid application

Needs-based federal grant support for eligible students entering full-time post-secondary study, with applications routed through provincial or territorial student aid.

Eligibility: Students who meet the federal financial-need, residency, program, and institution rules; Grade 12 students can apply after choosing an eligible post-secondary program.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Government of Canada

Federal grant accessed through provincial or territorial student aid
Grades 12
Apply through your province or territory’s student-aid application

Additional federal grant support for eligible students with permanent disabilities entering or continuing full-time or part-time post-secondary study.

Eligibility: Students who meet the disability documentation, financial-need, residency, program, and student-aid requirements; Grade 12 applicants apply through provincial or territorial student aid.
Any fieldSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Engineers and Geoscientists BC Foundation

BC engineering and geoscience entrance awards
Grades 12
Annual scholarship cycle · check the current opening and deadline

BC entrance scholarships for graduating students entering engineering, earth science, engineering transfer, or civil engineering programs.

Eligibility: Graduating BC high-school students entering eligible engineering or geoscience programs at participating BC post-secondary institutions; individual scholarships have specific criteria.
EngineeringEnvironmentMathematics

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Place des Arts

Place des Arts in Coquitlam, BC
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
January 17, 2027

A local scholarship for current Place des Arts students studying dance, music, theatre, literary arts, or visual arts.

Eligibility: Current Place des Arts students who meet the annual application requirements and plan to continue developing in an eligible arts discipline.
Arts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Student Life Network

Online contest for students in Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
May 31, 2027

A free national student prize bundle contest with a tuition component and education-related prizes for eligible students in Canada.

Eligibility: Students who meet the live contest rules for Canadian residency and student status; entries are submitted through the official Student Life Network contest site.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Electronic Recycling Association

Community project across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
November 15, 2026

A Canada-wide scholarship competition where students organize an electronics-recycling initiative and compete for education awards and refurbished technology.

Eligibility: Students residing in Canada who can plan, promote, and execute an e-waste collection project; regional participation requirements may apply.
EnvironmentSocial impactBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Scholarship

Tall Clubs International Foundation

Online application for eligible students in Canada and the United States
Grades 12
2027 applications begin January 1

An annual scholarship for eligible tall high-school seniors in Canada and the United States, with no local club membership requirement.

Eligibility: High-school seniors under 21 who meet the foundation’s height, residency, and application requirements; Canadian students are eligible under the published rules.
Any field

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

International Youth Environmental Challenge

Online competition open globally
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
October 15, 2026

A free online global competition for young people to submit environmental projects through essays, videos, or creative media.

Eligibility: Youth age 18 or under worldwide; individual and team entries are accepted through the official online submission form.
EnvironmentBiology & healthSocial impact

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs

Creative contest open to teens worldwide
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
2027 theme announced in September · annual contest

A worldwide creative contest where teens respond to ocean and climate themes through art, writing, film, music, and poetry.

Eligibility: Teens worldwide in the published age range, including Canadian high-school students; entries must follow the annual theme and category rules.
Arts & designEnvironmentBiology & health

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Alliance for Young Artists & Writers

Canada except Quebec through regional affiliates
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Entries open October 1, 2026 · regional deadlines vary through January 6, 2027

A major juried arts and writing competition with regional awards and national recognition for teen creators.

Eligibility: Students in Grades 7–12 or equivalent who are age 13+; Canadian entries are accepted through the applicable regional affiliate, except Quebec under the published participation terms.
Arts & design

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit

Online essay submission open globally
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
October 15, 2026 · late deadline November 9

A global essay competition inviting high-school students to make an analytical argument about U.S.–China relations, AI governance, or related policy questions.

Eligibility: High-school and undergraduate students worldwide; high-school essays may be up to 1,500 words and must be submitted in English. Fee waivers are available.
Social impactComputer scienceBusiness & finance

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

China Cup / GlobalStudyHub

Global online design competition
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Registration closes December 15, 2026

A global design competition for secondary-school students in fashion design, illustration, accessories, and digital character or virtual fashion design.

Eligibility: Students worldwide in Grades 8–12 or equivalent secondary-school stages; the current charter lists individual and school entry requirements, fees, and AI-use boundaries.
Arts & designComputer science

Verified August 29, 2026

Competition

International Tournament of Young Mathematicians

Online and hybrid international tournament
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
January 2027 online/hybrid edition

A team-based international mathematics tournament where students present and debate solutions to research-style problems.

Eligibility: High-school students worldwide who can form a team and participate in the online or hybrid tournament format; the 18th edition is scheduled for January 2027.
MathematicsComputer scienceEngineering

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Lockheed Martin

Annual high-school programming competition
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
2027 dates announced in fall

An annual programming competition where teams of two or three high-school students solve challenging problems in Java, Python, C#, or C++.

Eligibility: High-school teams; Canadian students should check the official registration site for 2027 event locations and regional participation requirements when dates are released.
Computer scienceMathematics

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ASHRAE

Online technical design competition
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
January 5, 2027 · project submission

A technical design challenge where high-school teams model a building, size cooling systems, and present engineering calculations using 3D design software.

Eligibility: Teams of 1–5 students aged 13–18; the 2026–27 challenge is open to students who can complete the design and submit the required model and narrative.
EngineeringEnvironmentMathematics

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National Space Society SpacEdge Education

100% virtual international space-policy debate
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
January 1, 2027 · applications close

A 100% virtual international debate program where four-person student teams research and debate space policy with professional coaching and judges.

Eligibility: High-school students worldwide who can participate in the online course, coaching, and tournament schedule; beginner and experienced debaters are welcome.
EngineeringSocial impactEnvironment

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miniEnterprize

In-person conference in Vancouver, BC
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
February 13, 2027

A Western Canadian high-school business conference with workshops, networking, and a timed case competition judged by business professionals.

Eligibility: High-school students who can attend the one-day conference and compete in teams of four or five; registration and conference requirements apply.
Business & financeSocial impact

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CRC Robotics / EAST

In-person robotics competition in Montreal
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
February 17–20, 2027

A multidisciplinary Canadian robotics competition combining robot construction, autonomous programming, design, video, journalism, websites, and bilingual presentation.

Eligibility: Canadian school teams in the senior or junior program; participating teams should review the current game, registration, and age requirements.
EngineeringComputer scienceArts & design

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The Pitch Point

London and Thames Valley high schools
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
May 27, 2027 · finals

A London, Ontario competition where high-school students submit a short video pitch, receive industry feedback, and compete in live finals for cash prizes.

Eligibility: Students from participating Thames Valley District and London District Catholic school boards; teams create a two-minute product or service pitch.
Business & financeComputer scienceSocial impact

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Olympes de la Parole Canada

Canadian school competition
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
2026–27 school-year competition cycle

A bilingual school competition that builds research, public speaking, and teamwork around a current social or technology theme.

Eligibility: Students in participating Canadian secondary schools; the annual theme, team composition, and French-language requirements are published by the organizer.
Social impactArts & designComputer science

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Mecha Mayhem

VEX robotics event in Calgary, Alberta
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
February 12–14, 2027

A large Calgary robotics event featuring VEX high-school and middle-school divisions, with teams competing in a full weekend of robot matches and engineering challenges.

Eligibility: Canadian and international VEX teams that meet the applicable V5RC or VIQRC program rules; registration is completed through the VEX event system.
EngineeringComputer scienceMathematics

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Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms

Online Canadian essay contest
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
September 27, 2026

A Canadian essay contest asking students to engage deeply with current questions about individual rights, freedoms, technology, and public policy.

Eligibility: Canadians and eligible residents aged 15–25 by the deadline; essays must follow the current 1,200–1,500 word rules and respond to one of the published questions.
Social impactArts & designComputer science

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Canada Revenue Agency

CRA student employment across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Recruitment and student postings update throughout the year

Year-round and seasonal paid student work pathways at the CRA for Indigenous secondary and post-secondary students across fields such as administration, finance, technology, and policy.

Eligibility: Indigenous students who meet the CRA student-employment, age, school-status, and work-authorization requirements; individual postings set the final criteria.
Business & financeComputer scienceSocial impact

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Indigenous Services Canada

Community-based summer placements across Canada
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Seasonal placements · check local community and sponsor postings

Paid summer placements of at least 80 hours that help First Nations and Inuit youth build work skills, income, and awareness of post-secondary pathways.

Eligibility: First Nations and Inuit secondary or post-secondary students age 15–30 who meet the residency, work authorization, and full-time student requirements; local sponsors provide the placements.
Any fieldSocial impactEnvironment

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Public Safety Canada

Federal public-safety workplaces and virtual recruitment
Grades 11
FSWEP specialized posting usually opens in mid-January

A paid one-week July experience connected to FSWEP where Grade 11 students explore public safety, security, forensic science, research, and policy careers.

Eligibility: Young women in Grade 11 or Quebec Secondary 4 who meet FSWEP criteria, are interested in safety and security, and can participate in the annual five-day program.
Social impactBiology & healthComputer science

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Government of Alberta

Paid summer crews across Alberta
Grades 10 · 11 · 12
Applications typically open February with an April deadline

A seven-week paid summer work experience for Alberta high-school students in forestry, wildfire operations, wildlife biology, ecology, conservation, and stewardship.

Eligibility: Full-time Alberta high-school students ages 16–18 who meet the physical, availability, student-status, and interest requirements; graduating students may still apply.
EnvironmentBiology & healthEngineering

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The Hospital for Sick Children

Academic-credit placements at SickKids in Toronto
Grades 11 · 12
School-year co-op timelines vary · check SickKids and your school

An academic-credit co-op pathway for Grades 11–12 students to explore hospital operations, patient-facing work, health care, or research at SickKids.

Eligibility: Grade 11 or 12 students from Ontario semester schools whose school can arrange the required co-op credit and who meet SickKids placement and onboarding requirements.
Biology & healthComputer scienceSocial impact

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McGill University Health Centre

Hospital observerships in Montreal
Grades 11 · 12
Applications depend on observership availability and hospital requirements

A structured, hands-off clinical observership that lets secondary students and CEGEP learners explore health-care roles and hospital environments.

Eligibility: Secondary IV/V and CEGEP students who meet MUHC observership requirements, confidentiality rules, and placement availability; observation is not clinical employment.
Biology & healthSocial impact

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