Arrata Family Award For New Canadians

Open to foreign-born students registered in a CBE institution for the full grade 12 year, who have been attending a Canadian high school for at least two years, and who are completing the requirements of a high school diploma within 15 months of graduation. Applicants must have demonstrated academic progress in grade 12, and have intent to obtain their Canadian citizenship and to pursue post-secondary education. Applicants are new Canadians (within 2-5 years) (permanent residents). Applicants must have demonstrated financial need. Applicants are required to submit an essay of approximately 500 words on their origins and arrival in Canada, some of the challenges they have faced as a learner in a new country, and what their plans are for further education. Selection will be based on academic merit, financial need and the essay.

You can apply by creating an account in our Student Award Application Portal. Applicants should check with their guidance office for more information and are encouraged to discuss their application with the Scholarship Coordinator at their high school.