Terry Fox Humanitarian Award recipients are selected for their dedication to the humanitarian ideals of Terry Fox, their courage in overcoming obstacles, and definite marks of distinction and persistence in the pursuit of excellence in academic, athletic, and civic life.
We are looking for humanitarians, those who improve human welfare, make a difference, and have a positive impact on the community and others.
Eligibility CriteriaTerry Fox Humanitarian Awards are open to students of all abilities.
Applicants must meet be:
- In good academic standing.
- Canadian citizens or landed immigrants.
- Students graduating from secondary (high) school or students completing their first year of CÉGEP or students who have completed secondary (high) school
- Involved in voluntary humanitarian activities (for which they have not been compensated).
- Planning to or are already studying towards their first university degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution, or entering their 2nd year of CÉGEP in the upcoming academic year.
Applications
Applicants must provide three (3) referees and upload online an (un) official transcript detailing the applicant’s last two years of schooling (official transcripts, sealed by the issuing institution, will be requested from applicants who are selected for an interview). Referees will be emailed a link requesting they complete an online Referee Form on behalf of the applicant.
If you are planning to apply, please contact your referees as soon as possible (you have to give them at least 1 or 2 weeks of notice). Let them know that they will have to complete an online Referee form.
For transcripts, please email me so I can request it from the records clerk.
· February 1st – Applications Due
· May – Virtual Interviews
· May – Selection Committee Meets
· June – Winners Contacted by Telephone
· July – Winners Posted on Website
For Full Information, visit https://terryfoxawards.ca/
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM HERE
Application form must be mailed with the accompanying documents.