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Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
This program provides $2,000 bursaries to New Tecumseth students for post-secondary education and apprenticeship pathways. It supports graduating students through a bursary award that can be used toward tuition at an eligible institution.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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 education
- Apprenticeship programs
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Proof of acceptance into a university, college, or apprenticeship program
- Current year transcript
- Community, volunteer, hobby, and employment information
- Personal letters of reference
- 500-word essay on educational goals
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Graduating students
- New Tecumseth residents
- Students attending an accredited educational institution in New Tecumseth
Eligible expenses
- Tuition for post-secondary education or apprenticeship programs
Eligible geographic areas
- New Tecumseth
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a task force and sent to Council with recommendations
- Successful applicants are awarded bursaries by June 30 each year
- Payment is made to the school or as tuition reimbursement
- Requests to defer the bursary must be supported by proof and approved by the Clerk’s Department
Additional information
- Applications are due by the first Monday of May in the graduating year.
- A review task force reviews applications and makes recommendations to Council.
- Bursaries are awarded by June 30 each year.
- Alternate formats of the application form are available upon request.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mayor's Student Bursary Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Mayor's Student Bursary Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Mayor's Student Bursary Program?
This program provides $2,000 bursaries to New Tecumseth students for post-secondary education and apprenticeship pathways. It supports graduating students through a bursary award that can be used toward tuition at an eligible institution.
How much funding can be received?
Mayor's Student Bursary Program Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Mayor's Student Bursary Program program?
To be eligible for the Mayor's Student Bursary Program program, you must:
Graduating student in New Tecumseth
Accepted to post-secondary or apprenticeship
Strong academic standing
What expenses are eligible under Mayor's Student Bursary Program?
Post-secondary education
Apprenticeship programs
Who can I contact for more information about the Mayor's Student Bursary Program?
You can contact Town of New Tecumseth by email at awards@newtecumseth.ca or by phone at 705-435-3900.
Where is the Mayor's Student Bursary Program available?
The Mayor's Student Bursary Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Mayor's Student Bursary Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Mayor's Student Bursary Program is a Grant and Funding