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The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship
Supports students entering post-secondary education
Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Closing date : July 17, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Two scholarships of $2,500 each are awarded to support students entering post-secondary education. The program recognizes scholastic achievement and supports study at university, community college, or apprenticeship programs.
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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
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : July 17, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Entrance to university, community college, or apprenticeship programs
- Full-time post-secondary study within one academic year of graduation
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Original final Ontario Student Transcript
- Letter of recommendation from the principal
- Confirmation of acceptance at a post-secondary institution or apprenticeship program
- 1,000-word essay on the stated topic
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residents of Vittoria and district
- High school graduates planning post-secondary study
- Students entering university, community college, or apprenticeship programs
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who have already completed some post-secondary studies
- People outside Vittoria and district
Eligible geographic areas
- Vittoria and district
- Area bounded by Hwy 59, Lake Erie, Port Ryerse Road, and the Sixth Concession of Charlotteville
Selection criteria
- Academic record and all-around achievement
- Average of 75% or better in the six highest final grade academic courses
- Essay submission on the stated topic
- Proof of acceptance to a post-secondary institution or apprenticeship program
- Personal interview for finalists
How to apply
- Step 1: Get the application package
- Pick it up at your secondary school student services department or at the Vittoria Post Office.
- Download it from the program website.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the form and prepare the required essay.
- Gather the transcript, recommendation letter, and acceptance confirmation.
- Step 3: Submit by post
- Send the completed application package by mail to The Vittoria & District Foundation Inc.
- Make sure it arrives by July 17, 2026.
- Step 4: Await acknowledgment and review
- Applicants receive confirmation that their application was received.
- Finalists may be invited to a personal interview.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Roger Cruickshank Scholarship Selection Committee
- Finalists are invited to a personal interview
- Successful candidates are notified after the committee’s decision
- Payment is made after the award decision is confirmed
Additional information
- Two scholarships are awarded each year.
- Applicants receive acknowledgment of receipt.
- Finalists must attend a personal interview.
- Recipients are expected to speak briefly at the annual auction.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship Program
What is the The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship?
Two scholarships of $2,500 each are awarded to support students entering post-secondary education. The program recognizes scholastic achievement and supports study at university, community college, or apprenticeship programs.
How much funding can be received?
The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship program, you must:
Resident of Vittoria and district
Recent secondary school graduate
Entering post-secondary education
What expenses are eligible under The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship?
Entrance to university, community college, or apprenticeship programs
Full-time post-secondary study within one academic year of graduation
Who can I contact for more information about the The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship?
You can contact Vittoria & District Foundation Inc. by email at none or by phone at 519-718-3971.
Where is the The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship available?
The The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Roger Cruickshank Scholarship is a Grant and Funding