Durham College is proud to partner with the Canerector Foundation to award Canerector Scholarships to students enrolled in full-time certificate and diploma programs in some of the most in-demand skilled trades fields. Scholarships are valued at up to $5000 ($1000 entrance scholarship followed by $1000 per semester up to a maximum of $5000). Canerector Scholars will also benefit from opportunities at DC that enhance their experience and assist with their employability after graduation. Students starting their first semester in September 2024 in an eligible program can apply! Timeline July 16, 2024 – Applications Open October 6, 2024 – Applications Close at 11:59 p.m. October 30, 2024 – Successful recipients will be contacted by this date Eligible Programs Automotive Technician - Service and Management (Motive Power Technician) and the co-op option Building Construction Technician and the co-op option Carpentry and Renovation Technician and the co-op option Crane Operation, Rigging and Construction Techniques Electrical Engineering Technician Electrical Techniques Gas Technician 2 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Techniques Mechanical Technician - Elevating Devices and the co-op option Mechanical Technician – Millwright and the co-op option Mechanical Technician – Plumbing Power Engineering Techniques - Fourth Class Trades Fundamentals Welding Engineering Technician and the co-op option Eligibility Criteria Canerector Scholarships are looking for responsible, hardworking, dedicated people who: Are Canadian citizens or permanent residents Are enrolled in a full-time, eligible skilled trade working towards a one-year certificate or two-year diploma program and started (or starting) in September 2024 Renewal criteria: The only requirement for recipients to keep their scholarship is that they pass each semester with a minimum 3.0 GPA, do not drop out of the program or college during full-time study. Selection Criteria You must meet the following criteria to be in contention for the scholarship: Strong work ethic and character, as evidenced by current or previous experience Willingness to act as an ambassador and promote their career choice in the skilled trades and the Canerector program in high schools and community outreach Attaching a resume that outlines any work, volunteer or other related experiences, activities and interests is required. If you have questions, please contact: Donna Chisholm Skilled Trades Coordinator canerectorscholarship@durhamcollege.ca Do I need to be a new student to apply? You need to be enrolled full-time in one of our eligible programs with a program start date of September 2024. How are scholarship winners selected? Is there a lottery system? Scholarship applicants are adjudicated by the Faculty of Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship. Several factors are taken into consideration including the essay and willingness to be an ambassador for the skilled trades. Do I have to be an OSAP recipient to be eligible? No. If I do not receive the scholarship, is there other financial help? There are many opportunities for financial support for Durham College students. You can learn more about them on our financial aid web page. 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