The application for the YTS Scholarships for Community Service 2018 is now open. Application deadline is May 4th, 2018 at 11:59 PM. We would appreciate your support in helping us spread the word about the scholarship to your graduating students. Please ask your students to review the information in this newsletter or on our websitecarefully before applying. You may also refer them to this document for more information.
The scholarships are presented by Able and Remarkable Mortgages Inc., Super Railing and Gates Ltd., and Youth Transforming Society.
Eligibility CriteriaTo be considered for this award, the applicant must be:
1. A graduating, grade 12 student attending secondary school in the Lower Mainland.
2. Attending a Canadian post-secondary institution on a full time basis beginning September 2018. Proof of acceptance may be requested.
3. Actively involved in voluntary pursuits of any kind (humanitarian, environmental, etc.).
4. Minimum academic average of 70%. Proof of average may be requested.
How To Apply1. Review the eligibility criteria, application steps, and information document.
2. Complete the application form. Click here to access the form.
3. Email us your resume detailing your volunteer experience, leadership work, and any other extracurricular activities to [email protected]. Title your document under your name (e.g. John Smith). Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not submit your resume by the deadline.
4. Send us a video of yourself answering the questions found below in bullet points. We ask that you email us a link to Google Drive, YouTube, or Dropbox from where we can directly download your video. Title your video under your name (e.g. John Smith). Please ensure your video is between 5-7 minutes.
– What challenges have you overcome when it comes to giving back, stepping outside of your comfort zone, and taking initiative? Please explain what steps you took to overcome these challenges.
– How do you feel when you think outside of yourself, and contribute to something bigger than you?
*PLEASE NOTE* – Send both your resume and link to your video in the same email. In the subject line of your email, please use the following format – “Your Name – YTS Scholarship.”
Thank you for helping us reach out to the students at your school about this opportunity. We look forward to reading their applications.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW APPLICATION