Joyce Family Foundation Entrance Bursary

Submissions for this form are closed.

This award is unavailable for 2026.

Value:
Approx. $2,000
Open date:
February 1, 2025
Deadline:
April 30, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

All applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  1. Be enrolled or planning to enroll, full-time, in the upcoming Fall semester into a Camosun program that leads to a credential
  2. Be able to demonstrate critical financial need
  3. Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Application Process

  • Complete applications including all supporting documentation must be submitted by the deadline. Late, incomplete, or printed applications will not be accepted.
  • A one-page letter of intention should:
    1. Describe why you are interested in your program and what your future career goals are
    2. Outline your past work and educational experiences
    3. Speak to any past or current extraordinary personal or financial barriers or challenges
  • Adjudication of this award will be managed by the Financial Aid and Awards office. All decisions are final.
  • Successful recipients will be notified by email within six weeks after the closing date.
  • Award will be applied directly to the student's Camosun account. If tuition and fees have already been paid, the surplus amount will be refunded.

Additional Information

  • Entrance awards cannot be deferred to a future semester or year.
  • Students will not normally receive more than one entrance award.
  • Students receiving Persons with Disabilities or Income Assistance should speak with Financial Aid & Awards and their Ministry case worker to discuss how bursary funds may impact their government assistance.
  • Bursary funds are considered income. A statement for income tax purposes will be sent to recipients by Camosun.
  • Bursary recipients are encouraged to write a thank you letter to the donor; thank you letters can be submitted to Financial Aid & Awards at either campus.

Instructions

  1. Complete and submit one application only.
  2. Complete all required sections of the application.
  3. Upload your supporting documentation in PDF format. Mailed/faxed/emailed copies will not be accepted.
  4. Check for errors prior to submitting; NO CHANGES are permitted after submitting
  5. DEADLINE: Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on the deadline date. Late applications will not be processed.