BWG Youth Scholarship Program

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Applicants will be contacted following the review process.

Calling all BWG High School Graduates and Post-Secondary Students!

Whether you’re graduating high school and preparing for your first year of post-secondary, or already pursuing your studies, the BWG Youth Scholarship Program is here to celebrate your achievements and support your goals. With five $1,000 scholarships available, this program recognizes students who are leading, creating, innovating, and making a difference in our community.

About the Scholarship Program

Council launched the Youth Investment Grant and Scholarship Program to recognize and support the contributions of young people in our community. Developed in consultation with the Town’s Youth Council Advisory Committee, the program offers five annual $1,000 application-based scholarships, divided into categories that reflect the diverse interests, talents, and aspirations of local youth.

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Deadline to Apply:
Monday, November 10, 2025 at 4pm EST

Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

Be residents of the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.
Be graduating from Bradford District High School, Holy Trinity Catholic High School, other public high school, or an accredited equivalent.
Be accepted to a Canadian post-secondary institution; or already be enrolled full-time at a Canadian post-secondary institution.
Submit an application that shares their perspective on the importance of public service within BWG.
Complete the required application form and include all supporting documents.
Apply to one scholarship category (one application per student, per year):
- Civic Leadership (ex. political science, law, public admin)
- Arts & Culture (ex. visual, performing arts, media, cultural studies)
- Environmental Stewardship (ex. environmental science, ecology, geography)
- STEM & Innovation (ex. science, technology, engineering, mathematics)
- Public Health & Social Development (ex. social work, medical/health sciences, education)

Application Process – What is Required for Applying?

To apply, applications must submit:

A completed application form.
If graduating high school: proof of application to a Canadian post-secondary institution (proof of acceptance will be required before release of funds).
If currently enrolled in post-secondary: proof of full-time enrollment at a Canadian institution.
A project that shares your perspective on the importance of public service in BWG. This can be submitted in one of the following formats:
- A written essay (500–1,000 words)
- A short video presentation (3–5 minutes)
- A visual artwork or multimedia project, accompanied by a short, written explanation (300–500 words)

How to Apply

To enter the BWG Youth Scholarship Program, eligible participants must submit their complete application by the deadline: Monday, November 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST.

The online application can be found at the top of this page; alternative formats will be available upon request.

*Incomplete applications or submission received after the deadline may not be considered.

Selection Process – How are Recipients Chosen?

Council will select the recipients based on recommendations from the Youth Council Advisory Committee. Recipient submissions will be evaluated based on the strength of their application, including how well their project demonstrates an understanding of the importance of public service in BWG.

Award and Distribution of Scholarships

Scholarship recipients will be notified by email following the review process of the Youth Council Advisory Committee and Council. Recipients will be invited to a Regular Meeting of Council where scholarships will be presented.

For questions or additional information, please contact the Clerks Department at: clerk@townofbwg.com

BWG Youth Scholarship Program

Applications are now closed! Applicants will be contacted following the review process.

About the Scholarship Program

Applications are now closed!
Applicants will be contacted following the review process.