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Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law
Bursaries for Ontario students entering justice studies
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 1,500
Deadline
May 31, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This bursary supports Grade 12 students in Ontario pursuing post-secondary studies toward a career in law or the justice system. It offers up to $1,500 and can be used for eligible studies at an Ontario college or university.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary studies related to law and the justice system.
Documents Needed
- Completed bursary application form
- Academic reference form
- 250-word essay
- Basic contact information
- Information on how post-secondary studies will be funded
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Grade 12 students
- Students in Ontario
- Students entering a justice-related college or university program
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Academic performance
- Interest in justice issues
- School leadership and involvement
- Quality of the essay and reference
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the bursary application form online.
- Provide contact details, funding information, and a 250-word essay.
- Step 2: Arrange the reference
- Ask a teacher, principal, guidance counselor, supervisor, or mentor to complete the academic reference form.
- Make sure the reference is submitted by the deadline.
- Step 3: Submit before the deadline
- Submit the student application by 29 May 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET.
- Ensure the reference form is received by 31 May 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by judges and Justices of the Peace.
- Recipients are selected in July.
- Winners are contacted directly in mid-August.
- A bursary agreement is not stated, but proof of enrollment in a justice-related program is required after selection.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law Program
What is the Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law?
This bursary supports Grade 12 students in Ontario pursuing post-secondary studies toward a career in law or the justice system. It offers up to $1,500 and can be used for eligible studies at an Ontario college or university.
How much funding can be received?
Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law Funds up to $1,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law program?
To be eligible for the Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law program, you must:
Grade 12 student in Ontario
Justice-related post-secondary studies
Academic excellence and financial need
What expenses are eligible under Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law?
Post-secondary studies related to law and the justice system.
Who can I contact for more information about the Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law?
You can contact Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN) by email at bursary@ojen.ca or by phone at (416) 761-9963.
Where is the Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law available?
The Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Bursaries for Grade 12 Students Pursuing Studies Toward a Career in Law is a Grant and Funding