Nova Scotia scholarships
Girl Guides of Canada - Nova Scotia Council recognizes the importance of higher education and commends those girls, youth and women who plan to continue their education beyond high school. The Nova Scotia Scholarship, minimum of $1000, is awarded annually to a Nova Scotia Guiding member who wishes to continue their education beyond high school. More than one $1000 scholarship may be awarded.
Eligibility
Girl/youth and adult members who are current members of Nova Scotia Girl Guides and who plan to continue or are currently continuing their education beyond high school. Members pursuing their postsecondary education as either full-time or part-time students are welcome to apply. Please note that members are only able to receive the scholarship once.
Evaluation criteria
- Guiding History
- Education
- Employment background
- Interests
- Volunteer activities
- Short essay questions
- Two references
Acceptance conditions
The successful candidate(s) will:
- Retain membership in Guiding during the term of the scholarship
- Provide proof of acceptance at a post-secondary institution which must be received, by the second Friday in September of the awarding year, to receive the bursary payment.
- Provide a signed Image Release form and allow their photos and names to be published in Girl Guide publication
References
- Applicants must provide names and contact information for two references (one from a member of GGC and one from outside of Guiding). References will receive an automated email from the Awards portal inviting them to complete the online recommendation form. The applicant will receive an automated email confirming when the recommendation form has been completed.
- The applicant should choose a non-Guiding reference who has known them well enough and long enough to be able to evaluate them in the listed areas. Using a person outside of Guiding gives a more rounded picture of you as an applicant. This person will know you in a non-Guiding setting.
- Both references must have reached the age of majority in NS and not be relatives of the applicant.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that their references complete the submission on time. Applications will not be considered completed until both references have submitted their recommendations.
Application process
- The application and both references must be submitted online by the deadline to be considered.
- Member must complete their own application form. We suggest that they receive assistance, if necessary, from mentors.
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National scholarships
For more information or to apply visit the National Scholarships page.
GGC Nova Scotia District Scholarships
If you’re looking to apply for the GGC Nova Scotia Scholarship, great news – there may be even more opportunities available depending on where you live in the province!
Be sure to explore these additional bursaries and scholarships you may qualify for:
Rose Jette Scholarship
Project criteria:
Eligibility
Available only to third-year Rangers living in Pictou and Antigonish Counties pursuing post-secondary studies.
Qualifications
Youth must be graduating high school while being enrolled as a Ranger in Pictou County or Antigonish County and accepted to attend a post-secondary institution.
Frequency
Youth may only receive this scholarship once at $500.
Maximum allotment per year
The bursary will award $500 to each youth who applies, to a maximum of 10 youth total, per year.
How to apply
There is no separate application for this scholarship. Simply apply through the Nova Scotia Council Bursary Application and you’ll automatically be considered for multiple bursaries within NS Council Girl Guides.
Former Western District Bursary
Criteria to qualify
- The applicant must be a current registered member of Girl Guides of Canada and have been registered in the Sou’west and Lighthouse District for three of the last five years.
- The applicant must be planning to attend a post-secondary facility.
- Proof of enrollment or acceptance at a post-secondary education facility is required for the awarding of the bursary. It should be included with your application; however it can be forwarded at a later date if not available at the time of application.
- The bursary can be awarded only once to the same member. Unsuccessful applicants may re-apply if they still meet all the criteria.
The application deadline is the second Friday in May.
$500 may be awarded to each (two girl members and one adult member) of the successful applicants(s). If no adult applications are received, three girl members will be awarded.
How to apply
There is no separate application for this scholarship. Simply apply through the Nova Scotia Council Bursary Application and you’ll automatically be considered for multiple bursaries within NS Council Girl Guides.
Former Cairdeas District Scholarship
Eligibility/criteria:
- The applicant must be a current registered member of Celtic Skies District and have been registered in Girl Guides of Canada for at least 36 consecutive months before the date of application. Exceptions may be made if there are no qualified applicants.
- The applicant must be planning to attend a post-secondary education facility full-time.
- Proof of enrolment or acceptance at a post-secondary education facility is required for the awarding of the Bursary. It should be included with your application; however, it can be forwarded at a later date if it is not available at the time of application.
- The bursary can be awarded only once to the same member. Unsuccessful applicants may reapply if they still meet all criteria.
Funding amount:
- $500 to the successful applicant (one applicant chosen per year).
Special conditions:
- The recipient must agree to continue their involvement in Guiding in whatever way possible (i.e., Link member) for at least one year following the receipt of the bursary.
- The recipient must agree to have their name/photo published in Girl Guides of Canada publications.
- Bursary will be presented at a district event or at the recipient's high school graduation ceremony if possible.
How to apply
There is no separate application for this scholarship. Simply apply through the Nova Scotia Council Bursary Application and you’ll automatically be considered for multiple bursaries within NS Council Girl Guides.
Sally Messenger Scholarship
The Sally Messenger Bursary was created in 2024 by her family to honour her dedication to Guiding in the Dartmouth area.
Sally was a lifetime member of Girl Guides of Canada who touched the lives of many Guiders and girls in Dartmouth Shore Area and beyond.
With over 50 years of service, Sally held many Guiding positions: Unit Guider for all Branches; District Commissioner; Trainer; and various Area Adviser roles. Sally served on many Provincial Committees, organized and attended a variety of Provincial, interprovincial, and National camps.
Sally was awarded: Certificate of Merit, Gold Thanks, Silver Merit, Medal of Merit, Full Circle Award: Provincial Mayflower, Guiding Heart and Honorary Life Award. Sally also received the Queen's Jubilee Medal in 2003.
Education and community service were very important to Sally. She encouraged everyone, especially the girls, to get involved, to make a difference and to do the best they could. Her be prepared attitude, appetite for adventure and leadership skills were revered and set a strong foundation for how she lived her life.
Bursary application guidelines
To provide encouragement and support to registered adult members and registered Rangers who wish to further their education, a bursary in honour of Sally Messenger in the amount of $750 annually will be awarded.
Guidelines:
- Applicants must be registered in the former Dartmouth Shore Area (City of Lakes, Eastern Shore and Caldwell Districts) and be enrolled (or planning to enroll) in full-time post-secondary education such as a University, a Community College or some other educational facility.
- The Bursary is not transferable. It will be awarded pending the selected applicant entering or continuing in a post-secondary institution for the year in which she is selected.
- The recipient is expected to continue her involvement as an active member of Girl Guides of Canada in whatever way possible, i.e. as a Unit Guider, Link member, etc.
- Potential applicants must reapply annually. Previous recipients of the bursary may also reapply.
How to apply
There is no separate application for this scholarship. Simply apply through the Nova Scotia Council Bursary Application and you’ll automatically be considered for multiple bursaries within NS Council Girl Guides.
The best part? You only need to complete one application. Simply apply through the Nova Scotia Council Bursary Application, and you’ll automatically be considered for multiple bursaries.
Don’t miss the chance to be recognized and supported in your next adventure – apply today!
School Credit Letters for Achievements
Did you know Pathfinder and Ranger members who complete their Canada Cord and/or Trail Blazer Gold Award, and attend a Nova Scotia public school, are able to have these achievements recognized as a full personal development credit on their academic transcripts?
Pathfinders who received their Canada Cord can have this recognized as a grade 10-level credit, and Rangers can have their Trail Blazer Gold Award recognized as a grade 12-level credit. This credit provides students with an opportunity to meet their graduation requirements by using one personal development credit as an elective credit within the 18 required to graduate.
Members can request a letter by completing the School Credit Letter Request Form, and a letter will be forwarded to you via email. It is the members responsibility to ensure it is delivered to the appropriate person at their school.