Scholarships for Students Pursuing Academic Studies Toward Environmental Sustainability
How to Apply for a Scholarship
- Deadline for applications for the 2023 scholarships is Wednesday, July 5th, 11:59 p.m..
- Only applications using an electronic format will be considered.
- Preference will be given to applicants demonstrating strong ties to Bowen and those who have already shown a commitment to environmental issues. Though not the primary determining factor, financial need will be a consideration.
Please include the following in your application:
- your full name, address, telephone number and email address
- your connection to the Bowen Island community
- a description of the course of study you intend to pursue or are already studying
- the ways in which this course of study will advance the Nook’s interest in environmental and/or social responsibility
- your volunteer or other work that is related to community and/or environmental responsibility
- your leadership experience in other settings
- the way in which this financial award will make a difference in your ability to pursue this course of study
- documentation providing proof of acceptance at a recognized Canadian post-secondary university or college that meets provincial quality assurance standards, including student number and the address of the institution
- a letter of reference from someone other than a relative (Appropriate contact information for the reference must be included, and the Awards Committee may contact the reference.)
- a copy of the applicant’s transcript of scholastic standing from the most recent year of attendance at a recognized educational institution
- Important: attach all documents as a single pdf file and send your completed application to grants@bowenfoundation.com
Knick Knack Nook Scholarships Awarded
We are proud to have been able to provide support to so many Bowen Island students in their studies since we began our scholarship program in 2011.
2023: 21 students received a total of $50,000
Allegra Nesbitt-Jerman (University of Toronto-Arts & Science-4th year)
Malena Dawe (Simon Fraser University-Social Sciences-2nd year)
Kaelyn Denis-Lay (Western University-Science, Animal Behaviour-2nd year)
Duncan Glave (Concordia University-Studio Arts-2nd year)
Alexandra Forbes (Western University-Engineering Science-2nd year)
Emma Honing (University of Victoria-Science-3rd year)
Molly Cole (Toronto Metropolitan University-Fine Arts-4th year)
Katelyn Honing (University of Victoria-Marine Biology-4th year)
Kylee Lightbody (Dalhousie University-Marine Biology & Environmental Science-5th year)
Olivia Harding (Vancouver Island University-Nursing-4th year)
Anna Bryan (Queen's University-Life Science & Environmental studies-4th year)
Miranda Forester (McGill-Science-1st year)
Maya Church (University of Victoria-Science-1st year)
Karina Jorgensen-Fullam (Queen's University-4th year)
Joe Lalonde (University of BC-Arts-1st year)
Elaine Lapointe (University of BC-Applied Science-1st year)
Bronwen Young (Queen's University-Engineering-1st year)
Claire Squire (Queen's University-Science-4th year)
Olivia Ockeleon (Simon Fraser University-Arts-1st year)
Grace Quarry (Queen's University-Arts & Science-1st year)
Eva Sentinger (Concordia University-Arts & Science-1st year)
2022: 19 students received a total of $42,000
2021: 13 students received a total of $40,000
2020: 13 students received a total of $42,000
2019: 16 students received a total of $30,000
2018: 9 students received a total of $26,200
2017: 8 students received a total of $21,250
2016: 6 students received a total of $10,000
2015: 6 students received a total of $12,000
2014: 5 students received a total of $10,000
2013: 3 students received a total of $6,000
2012: 2 students received a total of $4,000
2011: 1 student received a total of $2,000
2023: 21 students received a total of $50,000
Allegra Nesbitt-Jerman (University of Toronto-Arts & Science-4th year)
Malena Dawe (Simon Fraser University-Social Sciences-2nd year)
Kaelyn Denis-Lay (Western University-Science, Animal Behaviour-2nd year)
Duncan Glave (Concordia University-Studio Arts-2nd year)
Alexandra Forbes (Western University-Engineering Science-2nd year)
Emma Honing (University of Victoria-Science-3rd year)
Molly Cole (Toronto Metropolitan University-Fine Arts-4th year)
Katelyn Honing (University of Victoria-Marine Biology-4th year)
Kylee Lightbody (Dalhousie University-Marine Biology & Environmental Science-5th year)
Olivia Harding (Vancouver Island University-Nursing-4th year)
Anna Bryan (Queen's University-Life Science & Environmental studies-4th year)
Miranda Forester (McGill-Science-1st year)
Maya Church (University of Victoria-Science-1st year)
Karina Jorgensen-Fullam (Queen's University-4th year)
Joe Lalonde (University of BC-Arts-1st year)
Elaine Lapointe (University of BC-Applied Science-1st year)
Bronwen Young (Queen's University-Engineering-1st year)
Claire Squire (Queen's University-Science-4th year)
Olivia Ockeleon (Simon Fraser University-Arts-1st year)
Grace Quarry (Queen's University-Arts & Science-1st year)
Eva Sentinger (Concordia University-Arts & Science-1st year)
2022: 19 students received a total of $42,000
2021: 13 students received a total of $40,000
2020: 13 students received a total of $42,000
2019: 16 students received a total of $30,000
2018: 9 students received a total of $26,200
2017: 8 students received a total of $21,250
2016: 6 students received a total of $10,000
2015: 6 students received a total of $12,000
2014: 5 students received a total of $10,000
2013: 3 students received a total of $6,000
2012: 2 students received a total of $4,000
2011: 1 student received a total of $2,000