Eligibility Rules

Individuals resident in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, Alberta and British Columbia may apply for any of the scholarship awards offered.

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RRCF scholarships can be held in conjunction with other scholarships provided that the total of the RRCF scholarship and all other scholarships does not exceed $6,000.

 

In considering the submission of an RRCF Application, note that RRCF focuses its scholarships on wellness enabling (for example nursing, physiotherapy, dietician, pharmacy, elder care); business (e.g. accounting, economics, statistics and finance); and trade skills training (e.g. electrician, hair dressing).

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Deadlines

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RRCF accepts scholarship applications from January 1 to May 31 for programs commencing during September of the same year. Applications received before or after these dates are not considered.

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Application

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Applicants must complete the RRCF Scholarship Application Form.

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Applicants must provide:

 

1. A statement that demonstrates:

• your academic achievement, interests and community participation, innovation and commitment;

• an outline of goals and how the education to be pursued will support achieving these goals, especially as these relate to lifting you beyond your current circumstances;

• any other factors you consider make you uniquely qualified to be an awardee.

 

2. An assessment of your financial need including a reliable estimate of costs and expected available sources of support.
 
3. A certified copy of your present academic record.

4. Confirmation of acceptance at the institute where you plan to study.

 

5. Two references.

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