How to Apply

Eligibility

  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
  • Have completed high school level education, or equivalent.
  • Be accepted to a post-secondary program at an eligible institution in Canada.
  • Demonstrate financial need.

Application

All applications are to be submitted through our online portal. Requirements may vary year-to-year, but the core components always include the below.

  • Current high school transcript.
  • Admission decision letter (when available) from an eligible post-secondary institution showing acceptance for the upcoming academic year.
  • A personal statement about the applicant’s financial need.
  • One reference letter.
  • One short essay question.

Judging

  • Late June 2022: Applications Evaluated.
  • All CSTF Bursary winners will be notified and receive their funding by early August 2022.

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