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Ocean Ranger Memorial Award
Memorial scholarship for post-secondary students
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Closing date : January 16, 2026
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Overview
This award provides $500 per year in memory of the Ocean Ranger disaster. It supports students entering or pursuing post-secondary studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland, the Fisheries and Marine Institute, or the College of the North Atlantic.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 16, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Most recent academic transcript
- Proof of current post-secondary registration, if studying elsewhere
- Affidavit confirming eligibility as a spouse or lineal descendant, if applicable
- Documents confirming lineage, such as birth certificates, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students entering or pursuing post-secondary studies
- Students at Memorial University of Newfoundland, the Fisheries and Marine Institute, or the College of the North Atlantic
Eligible geographic areas
- Memorial University of Newfoundland
- Fisheries and Marine Institute
- College of the North Atlantic
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Ocean Ranger Award Selection Committee
- Preference is applied to widows and lineal descendants first
- If no eligible candidates are available, other full-time students may be considered at the committee’s discretion
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ocean Ranger Memorial Award Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ocean Ranger Memorial Award. 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 Ocean Ranger Memorial Award?
This award provides $500 per year in memory of the Ocean Ranger disaster. It supports students entering or pursuing post-secondary studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland, the Fisheries and Marine Institute, or the College of the North Atlantic.
How much funding can be received?
Ocean Ranger Memorial Award Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Ocean Ranger Memorial Award program?
To be eligible for the Ocean Ranger Memorial Award program, you must:
Post-secondary student
Attending an eligible institution
Ocean Ranger family members preferred
Who can I contact for more information about the Ocean Ranger Memorial Award?
You can contact Ocean Ranger Disaster Fund.
Where is the Ocean Ranger Memorial Award available?
The Ocean Ranger Memorial Award program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the Ocean Ranger Memorial Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ocean Ranger Memorial Award is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Ocean Ranger Memorial Award?
Ocean Ranger Memorial Award is funded by Ocean Ranger Disaster Fund