The Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa, in partnership with the private sector, The Boys and Girls Club of Ontario and the Ottawa Police Service, provides over $72,000 in academic assistance each year to over 20 recipients.

Awards are available to non-members, current or past members, volunteers and current part-time employees (who were past members) of the Club.

The BGCO Scholarship Program is intended to recognize youth for their community effort, involvement and participation with the Club, academic success and financial need.

Doing good for others during difficult times in one's own life requires particularly outstanding commitment. This is why, as part of the selection process, the personal circumstances and/or challenges of each applicant will be considered.

In 2010, twenty-six young people received scholarships. You can be the next one!

Scott Bradford

Information Sessions
PYC (1463 Prince of Wales Drive) Tuesday, March 1st 2011 7:30 pm
McCann (430 McArthur Ave) Thursday, March 3rd 2011 6:00 pm
Ridgemont (2597 Alta Vista Drive) Tuesday, March 8th 2011 5:00 pm
Rideau (815 St. Laurent Blvd.) Wednesday, March 9th 2011 5:30 pm
Britannia (2825 Dumaurier Ave) Wednesday, March 2nd 2011 5:00 pm

Employment Workshop
Britannia (2825 Dumaurier Ave) Thursday, March 10 2011 5:00 pm

Links to Application Forms
BGCO Scholarship Form 2011 Deadline March 31st, 2011
BGCC Scholarship Form 2011 Deadline March 11th, 2011
Brian Smith Scholarship Form 2011 Deadline April 29th, 2011

General Eligibility Criteria

• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or refugee (special circumstances will be considered).
• Present a minimum average of 70% (applicants below 70% due to personal circumstances will be considered).
• Be registered in a program at a University, College or Trade School.

Please Note
6 of the 11 scholarships are for first year students.

10 of the 11 scholarships are for applicants who are current or past members, volunteers or employees of the BGCO (min. 3 months).

2 Scholarships are for students pursuing a career in policing or the criminal justice field.

Boys and Girls Club of Canada (BGCC) Scholarship Program

Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada is pleased to offer post-secondary scholarships to eligible youth members from across Canada. Scholarships will be provided to deserving youth for the 2011/2012 academic year. Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time program at an accredited post-secondary education institution beginning September 2011. Scholarships range in value from $1000-$4000. The application form can be found on their website at http://www.bgccan.com/content.asp?L=E&DocID=94

Brian Smith Memorial Scholarship

The Brian Smith Memorial Scholarships are funded by the Bank of America and provide funding for two students graduating from high school in the Ottawa area to attend any university or college in the City of Ottawa. One student will receive $5,000 while a second student will receive $2,500. The award winners will be invited to attend the Annual Brian Smith Memorial Golf Tournament to be held on July 12^th, 2011.

Click here to download the application form and information package.

To be considered for a scholarship, your application must be supported with:

A fully completed and signed application form, including expenses and income chart.

2 letters of reference from a high school teacher, counsellor, employer, BGCO staff, volunteer work supervisor or individuals who have been your mentors. If you are a BGCO member, one of the references must be from a BGCO staff.

One essay of up to 800 words by you telling us about yourself, your volunteer work, involvement with the club, your personal circumstances, economic situation and why the career/program you are choosing is a 'good fit' for you.

A resume.

A copy of your most recent school transcript.

Proof of citizenship status.

A copy of your letter of acceptance from your University, College or Trade School.

Instructions for Submission

The completed application(s) and supported materials must be submitted by their respective deadlines.

The application and attachments must be mailed or delivered in person to:

Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa

Scholarship Program

2825 Dumaurier Avenue

Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 7W3

Faxed or late applications will not be accepted. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. Please include all attachements.

If you have any questions about the BGCO Scholarship Program, please contact Asma Shah (Human Resources Assistant) at 613-232-0925 or via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .