Algonquin College Canerector Foundation Scholarship 2025

The Canerector Foundation seeks to increase the recruitment, retention and employability of post-secondary students who are beginning their careers in the skilled trades. Algonquin College is proud to receive support from the Canerector Foundation to recognize students in eligible skilled trade programs across all Algonquin College campuses via the Canerector Foundation Scholarship in the Skilled Trades.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: September 14, 2025
2. Scholarship Value: $1,000–$4,000
3. Study Level: Undergraduate
4. Sponsor: Algonquin College
5. City to Study: Ottawa
6. School to Study: Algonquin College
7. Eligible Country: All Countries

Eligibility Criteria for Algonquin College Canerector Foundation Scholarship 2025

1. Applicants must be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Person/ Refugee.
2. Applicants must be entering the first year of an eligible skilled trade program of study.
3. Applicants must be registered full-time.
4. Successful applicants must participate in a minimum of one approved co-curricular activity each term that supports mentorship to prospective students in skilled trades training programs or serve as a skilled trades ambassador at events at the college or in the community.
5. Applicants must maintain a minimum of 3.0 grade point average.
6. Applications are being accepted for students who will be enrolled in one of the following programs during the 2025 Fall term:
7. Building Construction Technician
8. Cabinetmaking and Furniture Technician
9. Carpentry and Renovation Techniques (Pembroke)
10. Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
11. Motive Power Technician
12. Motive Power Technician – Diesel Equipment and Truck
13. Welding and Fabrication Techniques

Instructions:

1. Applicants must add their Social Insurance Number via their ACSIS account in order to be awarded funding.
2. Applicants will be required to upload a current resume, listing work and/or volunteer experience, as well as any extra-curricular activities in the community or school.
3. Note: Shortlisted applicants may be invited to an interview held by the selection committee.

Selection Process

Successful candidates are selected based on

1. Program alignment with career goals
2. Quality of personal statement
3. Record of work, volunteer, or extracurricular activities
4. Willingness to act as a student ambassador
5. May require an interview if shortlisted

Benefits of Algonquin College Canerector Foundation Scholarship 2025

1. Initial Scholarship: $1,000 applied to student account
2. Ongoing Support: Additional $1,000 per term (up to $4,000 total) for students who:
3. Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
4. Participate in mentorship or ambassador activities
5. Stay engaged with co-curricular events

How to Apply

1. Visit the Algonquin College Financial Aid page
2. Complete the online application form
3. Upload a PDF of your resume
4. Ensure your Social Insurance Number (SIN) is added to your ACSIS account

For questions: studentawards@algonquincollege.com

For more details, visit Algonquin College Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

September 14, 2025

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Algonquin College Canerector Foundation Scholarship 2025