Youth of Canada Scholarship

The Youth of Canada (YOC) Scholarship is a national award for Canadian students aged 14–18 who demonstrate leadership, creativity, and service to their communities. The program’s purpose is to recognize and encourage youth who are making a positive impact through volunteer work, school involvement, or personal initiatives. Applicants are asked to submit three short essays questions, one describing their motivation for community involvement and another outlining their vision for themselves in 10 years, along with a reference. The scholarship is designed to highlight critical thinking, originality, and impactful experiences, giving young people a platform to share their stories and aspirations.

Benefits

• The Youth of Canada Student Scholarship is a $1500 CAD scholarship awarded to Canadian youth (citizen or permanent resident) aged 14-18 years old.
• There will be 3 recipients.
• National recognition by Youth of Canada
• Support for continued education and community engagement
• Encouragement to pursue long‑term leadership and service

• Age 14–18
• Enrolled in high school or post‑secondary in Canada
• Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• Candidates are required to submit three short essays demonstrating community service, impactful experiences, and critical thinking.
• Passion translated into community action
• A challenge that shaped who you are,
• The future you hope to build for yourself and others
• Provide one reference (not family or friends)
• Application in English only
• In high school
• In college or university
• Volunteer