Council of Caribbean Associations Canada Bursary Program

Written By Irene Kessie

About the opportunity:
The Scholarship & Bursary Program of the Council of Caribbean Associations–Canada is designed to encourage and support students of Caribbean heritage residing in Ontario in pursuing post-secondary education at a college or university and recognize students who demonstrate strong academic commitment, community involvement, and meaningful contributions to the Caribbean community in Ontario

Amount: up to $3,000

Deadline: June 30th, 2026

Eligibility:

  1. Academic Enrollment
    Be a first-year or continuing student enrolled in, or currently attending, a recognized Canadian university, college, or trade school, leading to a first diploma or undergraduate degree. 

  2. Community Affiliation & Age Requirement
    You must be of Caribbean descent (through parents, guardians, or grandparents) and meet one of the following:  

    • Be a registered member of a CCAC Member Association in good financial standing (no age requirement); OR  

    • If not a member of a CCAC Member Association*, be 24 years of age or younger as of August 31 in the year of application 

  3. Community Engagement
    Demonstrate a strong record of community involvement, leadership, or active participation in extracurricular school or community-based activities. 

  4. Residency Status
    Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid study permit for full-time study at a recognized institution in Ontario. 

  5. Mandatory Attendance
    Be available to attend and participate in the official CCAC Awards Presentation Ceremony, where successful applicants will be recognized and awarded. .

  6. Volunteer Commitment (Mandatory for Continued Funding)
    Recipients are required to complete a minimum of ten (10) volunteer hours with any CCAC Member Association within the award year.

    • Completion of these volunteer hours is a mandatory condition for eligibility to receive any subsequent or upcoming year’s bursary or scholarship disbursement.

    • Proof of volunteer service must be submitted in accordance with CCAC guidelines.

Apply here: https://caribbeancouncilcanada.org/current-scholarship

Irene Kessie
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