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# S to Z

#### SABE Scholarship\*

**Donor:** Seneca Association of Black Educators

**Award Number:**  100035

Awarded to students who are members of clubs at Seneca that have a mission related to engagement, empowerment, or support for Black, African, or Caribbean students. This includes, but is not limited to: the Seneca West Indian African Association \(SWIAA\), the African Community Seneca, the Seneca Caribbean Association, and the Seneca Early Childhood Educators Black Students Association. Recipients will have demonstrated financial need. Selection is based on academic achievement \(GPA of 3.0 or above\), leadership skills and community involvement.

#### Sammy Memorial Compassion & Care Scholarship\*

**Donor:**  Rao & Bharathy Family

**Award Number:**  200546

Awarded to a full-time student in the Veterinary Technician diploma program. The recipient is progressing satisfactorily through their program and demonstrates a strong commitment to veterinary care through professionalism, teamwork, and compassion for animals. Generously established by Rao and his family, a Seneca Polytechnic employee, in loving memory of their beloved family pet, Sammy the cat.

#### School of Fashion Alumni Award

**Donor:** Seneca College Alumni Association

**Award Number:** 100351

Awarded a second or final year students enrolled full time in the School of Fashion. Applicants must have attained a GPA of 3.0. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. The selection of a recipient is made by faculty members.

#### School of Tourism Awards for International Students\*

**Donor:** Multiple donors

**Award Number:**  100147

Awarded to international students enrolled in any full-time program within the School of Tourism. Recipients will have high academic standing, with a minimum GPA of 3.5, congenial, all-round and participate in community activities. Recipients will be recommended by faculty members.

#### School of Tourism – Professionalism Award

**Donor:** Multiple donors

**Award Number:**  100144

Awarded to a first- or second-year student enrolled in the Travel & Tourism program with high academic standing \(cumulative GPA 3.\). Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons and Ontario residents with demonstrated financial need.

#### School of Tourism Awards for Domestic Students

**Award Number:**  100148

Awarded to domestic students enrolled in any full-time program within the School of Tourism. Recipients will have high academic standing, with a minimum GPA of 3.5, congenial, all-round and participate in community activities. Recipients will be recommended by faculty members.

#### Scotiabank Endowed Bursary for Business and Financial Services Management

**Donor:** Scotiabank

**Award Number:**  100338

Awarded to students in the Faculty of Business and Bachelor of Financial Services Management program. Recipients shall show high academic achievement. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, and Ontario residents and have financial need.

#### Scotiabank Indigenous Business & Technology Award

**Donor:** Scotiabank

**Award Number:**  200269

Awarded to students who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Open to students in the following areas:

- Seneca Business/Faculty of Business
- School of Information Technology Administration & Security
- School of Software Design & Data Science
- School of Computer Programming & Analysis

The recipients will be recommended by the FirstPeoples@Seneca office.

#### Scott R. Gerricks Bursary

**Donor:** Mackenzie Financial Corporation

**Award Number:**  100325

Awarded to a fulltime student enrolled any Accounting, Accounting and Finance, International Accounting and Finance program within the School of Accounting and Financial Services. Candidates will have overcome personal challenges to attain academic success/achievement, shown above average dedication, compassion, caring, and demonstrated financial need. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, and Ontario residents.

#### Sean McDonnell Memorial Endowed Award\*

**Donor:** Tristian Howell, friends, family & colleagues

**Award Number:**  200568

Awarded to a full-time student in the Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant program who is enthusiastic, helpful, and maintains a positive attitude. The recipient will have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and demonstrate financial need. The recipient will be recommended by faculty. This award was established in memory of Sean McDonnell, Seneca alumnus and long-time employee who is remembered for his smile, positivity, dedication and kindness.

#### Seneca Accessibility Bursary\*

**Donor:**  Seneca employees & friends of Seneca

**Award Number:**  200547

Awarded to a student in a full-time or part-time program with a permanent disability \(physical, intellectual, mental health or learning\) who is receiving accommodations through Seneca Accessible Learning Services. The student will demonstrate financial need.

#### Seneca Alumni Association / OACETT Engineering Technology Endowed Bursary

**Award Number:**  100230

Awarded to a full-time student enrolled in year one, two or three of an OACETT recognized engineering or applied science technology program \(see attached list\) who best exemplifies the following key precepts related to integrity and professionalism in the practice of engineering technology: a desire, willingness and passion to learn; outstanding “team player” qualities; contributions to the program’s success by assuming a leadership role and helping others; exudes a positive attitude and commitment; seeks innovative ideas and solutions. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. Selection will be made by faculty members based on criteria.

#### Seneca College Alumni Association Bursaries

**Donor:** Seneca College Alumni Association, alumni & friends

**Award Number:**  100041

Awarded to assist students enrolled in any diploma or certificate program, who have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and have demonstrated financial need. Awards are available in all three semesters.  Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. Selection is based on faculty recommendation.

#### Seneca Alumni Association Entrance Awards

**Donor:** Seneca Alumni Association

**Award Number:**  100082

Awarded to first year full-time students enrolled in any program. Selection is based on high academic achievement. Additional consideration will be given to students who have demonstrated commitment to volunteerism and community service.

Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

#### Seneca Board of Governors’ Entrance Scholarships

**Donor:** Seneca Governors

**Award Number:**  100072

Awarded to students entering Seneca directly from high school based on high academic standing in their final year. Emphasis is placed on the academic subjects English, Mathematics and Sciences at the Grade 12 level. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

#### Seneca College Human Resources Endowed Bursary

**Donor:** Anonymous

**Award Number:**  100321

Awarded as an entrance scholarship for a student in the Business Administration - Human Resources program who has demonstrated financial need. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, and Ontario residents.

#### Seneca Community Indigenous Award

**Donor:** Seneca employees and friends of Seneca

**Award Number:**  200243

Awarded to a full-time Indigenous student who is involved in the Indigenous student community at Seneca. The recipient demonstrates financial need and is recommended by FirstPeoples@Seneca.

#### Seneca Cup\*

**Award Number:**  100043

The most prestigious College award is the Seneca Cup. This award acknowledges academic proficiency and contributions made toward improving the quality of student life at the College. Any graduating student enrolled in a certificate, diploma or degree program demonstrating the following characteristics is eligible for nomination:

- Ability and scholastic achievement
- Personal integrity/sound and good character
- Contribution to others and to the community
- Involvement in student life \(e.g. sports, recreation, student government, peer tutoring, etc.\)
- Proven ability to balance personal responsibilities and school involvement
- Will graduate from the program in the semester that they have been nominated.

#### Seneca Indigenous Student Bursary

**Donor:** Multiple donors

**Award Number:**  100013

Awards are available for aboriginal students \(non-Status, Status, Metis or Inuit\) who have completed two terms of study.  Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

#### Seneca Renewable Entrance Scholarship of Merit\*

**Award Number:**  100092

Available to full-time international students who are entering into a diploma or graduate certificate program. There are a limited number of awards and selection is made by the Seneca Awards Committee based on academic standing coming into the program. The renewable portion is based on yearly GPA and you must maintain full-time status to be eligible. If your GPA drops below 3.0 you will no longer be eligible for the award.

- 3.0 GPA+ — $500 per year
- 3.3 GPA+ — $750 per year
- 3.6 GPA+ — $1,000 per year

#### Seneca Retirees' Association Endowed Bursary

**Donor:** Seneca Retirees' Association \(SRA\) & SRA members

**Award Number:**  100086

Awarded to a student enrolled in the second year of any program and has a minimum G.P.A. of 2.5. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. Selection will be made by the College Award Committee based on the stated criteria.

#### She's4Sports Media Award\*

**Donor:**  Ainka Jess, Founder, She's4Sports Media Inc.

**Award Number:**  200548

Awarded to a student in the Broadcasting - Television diploma program who identifies as Black and/or as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit. The recipient has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrates financial need. This award is established by Seneca graduate Ainka Jess in celebration of the 10th anniversary of her company, She's4Sports.

#### Seneca Student Federation Inc. Annual Bursary Award

**Donor:** Seneca Student Federation

**Award Number:**  100060

Available to full-time students who demonstrate financial need. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. Selection will be made by the Seneca awards committee.

#### Sheila Spears Memorial Bursary

**Donor:** Bodisense Ltd.

**Award Number:**  100369

Awarded to students enrolled in the Esthetician diploma program or the Esthetics & Medical Spa Therapies advanced diploma program. The recipients shall have sound academic standing, above average dedication, compassion and caring, demonstrated leadership and involvement in community or Seneca's student life. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. The selection of recipients are made by faculty members.

#### Sheppard Campus SFC Academics Award\*\*

**Donor:** Sheppard Campus Student Federation Council \(precursor to Seneca Student Federation\)

**Award Number:**  100045

This award is open to any student enrolled in the second or third year of a fulltime program based on academic achievement - minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. Applicants must demonstrate leadership, initiative and dedication to academics. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website.](https://www.senecacollege.ca/student-services-and-support/student-life/leadership-awards.html)

#### Smart Serve Ontario Endowed Award\*

**Donor:** Smart Serve Ontario

**Award Number:**  200122

To be awarded to a student in his/her second year of studies in the Hospitality - Hotel and Restaurant Services Management program who has shown great effort to succeed in his/her field of study, has demonstrated academic merit and has a clear financial need. The recipient has successfully completed the Smart Serve certification. Preference will be given to a student who has completed one co-op placement, externship or work term.

#### Society of Cosmetic Chemists Award\*

**Donor:** The Society of Cosmetic Chemists - Ontario Chapter

**Award Number:**  200078

Awarded to full-time students in the Cosmetic Science Program. The recipients must demonstrate creativity as well as collaboration and teamwork in the lab and have a high GPA. With the previous criteria being equal, financial need will be the determining factor. The recipients will be recommended by faculty. The Society of Cosmetic Chemists will offer the award recipients additional engagement opportunities, such as writing an article for their newsletter, making a presentation at a chapter meeting and complimentary attendance to chapter events.

#### Society of Cosmetic Chemists Degree Award \*

**Donor:** The Society of Cosmetic Chemists - Ontario Chapter

**Award Number:** 200505

Awarded to a third-year student in the full-time Bachelor of Science – Cosmetic Science degree program. The recipient must demonstrate creativity as well as collaboration and teamwork in the lab and have a high GPA. With the previous criteria being equal, financial need will be the determining factor. The Society of Cosmetic Chemists will offer the award recipients additional engagement opportunities, such as writing an article for their newsletter, making a presentation at a chapter meeting and complimentary attendance to chapter events.

#### Sovereign Insurance Equity Award\*

**Donor:** Sovereign Insurance

**Award Number:**200372

Awarded to a full-time Fire Protection Engineering Technology student who identifies as part of an equity-deserving group. The selection will be based on grades and demonstrated financial need.

#### Specsavers Award\*

**Donor:** Specsavers

**Award Number:**200527

Awarded to a second-year student in the full-time Opticianry program who demonstrates academic excellence and financial need.

#### SSF Endowed Bursaries

**Donor:** Seneca Student Federation

**Award Number:**  100104

Bursaries available to students who enrolled full-time in any program and have demonstrated financial need. Eligible students must Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents. The selection of recipients is made by the Awards Committee based on financial need.

#### SSF International Student Bursaries\*

**Donor:** Seneca Student Federation

**Award Number:**  100105

Awards are given to international students who have successfully completed at least one semester of full-time studies and have demonstrated financial need. The selection of recipients is made by the Awards Committee.

#### SSF Leadership Award\*\*

**Donor:** Seneca Student Federation

**Award Number:**  100017

The Seneca Student Federation Incorporated \(SSF Inc.\) representing all Seneca student governments will annually present awards to students who have demonstrated a unique or outstanding contribution towards improving the quality of student life at Seneca. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website.](https://www.senecacollege.ca/student-services-and-support/student-life/leadership-awards.html)

#### SSFxBMO Student Support Award\* 

**Donor:** Seneca Student Federation & Bank of Montreal

**Award Number:** 200529

Awarded to full-time non-graduating international students who are in their second year or beyond. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need and GPA will be used to narrow down selection.

#### Stan & Alexandra Papageorge Second Chance Award 

**Donor:** Second Chance Scholarship Foundation

**Award Number:** 200506

Awarded to a domestic student who identifies as black and is enrolled full-time in any program. The qualified recipient must have a permanent disability \(physical, intellectual, mental health or learning\) who are receiving accommodations through Seneca Accessible Learning Services. Priority will be given to those who have either been a current resident or spent a significant portion of their upbringing in an at-risk community, as defined by the Toronto Neighbourhood Improvement Areas. Recipients should have demonstrated academic achievement of a GPA of 3.0 or above and exhibited financial need. This award is created in honour of Stan and Alexandra Papageorge who were entrepreneurial and believed in giving back to the community.

#### Stantec Bursary 

**Donor:** Stantec Consulting Ltd.

**Award Number:** 100276

Awarded to full-time students enrolled in the Civil Engineering Technology Program. Recipients will be recommended by Faculty based upon demonstrated leadership and involvement in Seneca's student life. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, and Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

#### Stephen E. Quinlan Award\*\*

**Donor:** Seneca Student Federation

**Award Number:**  100033

The Seneca Student Federation Inc. will annually present a trophy and cash award created to recognize and honour retired President, Stephen E. Quinlan. A large trophy with the name of each year's winner will be displayed at Seneca and the winner will receive a commemorative trophy as a keepsake.

The major criteria for the award include:

- Academic achievement \(minimum cumulative GPA 3.0\);
- Significant contribution to assisting other students in a voluntary capacity;
- Contribution to assisting others in the community beyond Seneca;
- Demonstration of strong personal integrity, sound character and tenacity.

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website.](https://www.senecacollege.ca/student-services-and-support/student-life/leadership-awards.html)

#### Stephen E. Quinlan Next Generation Bursary

**Donor:** Multiple donors

**Award Number:**  100042

Awarded to the child of a Seneca College Alumni Association member who is pursuing a fulltime program and has a minimum GPA of 3.0. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. Recipient is recommended by faculty/division.

#### Steven Radenic Ethics & Civic Virtue Scholarship\*

**Donor:** Steven Radenic

**Award Number:**  200166

Awarded to a Real Property Administration \(Assessment and Appraisal\) student who shows a commitment to professional ethics by excelling in the ethics course.  Preference is given to a student who also shows civic virtue through meaningful involvement in society.  This engagement may include volunteering for, participating in or leading activities that strengthen the classroom, Seneca, or the external community.  The recipient will be recommended by faculty.

#### Stikeman Elliot Bursary

**Donor:** Stikeman Elliott LLP

**Award Number:**  100421

A bursary open to enrolled in Seneca's Law Clerk or Office Administration \(Legal\) Program. The recipient will be selected based upon the following criteria: 
•    A full-time student enrolled in the School of Legal & Public Administration, Law Clerk or Office Administration \(Legal\) Program 
•    A student who has attained academic achievement 
•    Above average dedication to their education 
•    Demonstrated financial need
Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

#### Storage 101 Newnham Campus Nursing Award\*

**Donor:** Storage 101

**Award Number:**  200549

Awarded to a full-time or part-time student enrolled in the Practical Nursing program at Newnham Campus who has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and who demonstrates financial need.

#### Student Life Achievement Scholarships\*\*

**Award Number:**  100049

Financial awards will be presented to students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in student government, campus clubs, the College newspaper, radio station, or special events of a cultural or artistic nature. Students with outstanding contributions to their community are also eligible. The applicants must have achieved high academic standing throughout the semester. This award is presented at the annual Student Leadership Awards Ceremony. Information about leadership awards can be found here.

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website.](https://www.senecacollege.ca/student-services-and-support/student-life/leadership-awards.html)

#### Student Resilience Bursary\*

**Award Number:** 200401

Awarded to a full-time international student who identifies as part of an equity-deserving group. The recipient has overcome hardship in pursuit of their education and demonstrates financial need.

#### Subash Ramalingam CPOS Scholarship\*

**Donor:** CPOS

**Award Number:** 200274

Awarded to a full-time Project Management – Information Technology student who has a minimum GPA of 3.0. The recipient demonstrates one or more of the following qualities: motivation, innovation, entrepreneurialism, passion for the subject, hardworking. The recipient will be recommended by faculty. This award is established in honour of Subash Ramalingam, Seneca alumnus, and former employee of CPOS, to thank him for his outstanding contributions.

#### Sun Life Financial Achievement Award

**Donor:** Sun Life Financial

**Award Number:**  100342

Awarded to full-time students in either the Fitness and Health Promotion program or the Financial Planning related programs. The recipients shall have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and demonstrate financial need. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent resident or protected persons and Ontario residents. Selection will be made by the Seneca Awards committee based on these criteria

#### Susie Vallance Award for First Generation Students in Post-Secondary Studies

**Donor:** Susie Vallance, friends & colleagues

**Award Number:**  100084

Awarded to one first year student who is the first in their family to attend post-secondary studies.  Eligible applicants will have a minimum 2.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, have a commitment to community or college leadership initiatives. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

#### Tang Family International Student Support Award\*

**Donor:**  Rei Tang and Family

**Award Number:**  200550

Awarded to a full-time, international student in their second year or higher who demonstrates financial need and has a minimum GPA of 2.5. The recipient will have overcome challenges in pursuit of their education. Proudly established by alumna and employee Rei Tang and her family to help international students navigate financial hurdles and build strong foundations.

#### Tanis Fink Library Leadership Award\*

**Donor:** Tanis Fink

**Award Number:** 200419

Awarded to a student in the full-time Library and Technician Diploma Program. The recipient demonstrates financial need, has a minimum GPA of 2.5, and demonstrates leadership through volunteer work and contributions in external library associations and/or libraries. Established in honour of Tanis Fink, a forty-year employee of Seneca who dedicated her career providing leadership through collaboration, innovation, and education with a focus on library services.

#### TBMOA Award\*

**Donor:** Toronto Building Managers' and Operators' Association \(TBMOA\)

**Award Number:** 200566

Awarded to a student who has strong academics and demonstrates financial need. The recipient is enrolled in one of the following:  
•    Building Systems Engineering Technician diploma program 
•    Building Environmental Systems Operator Class II 
•    Building Environmental Systems Operator Class I 
Preference is given to students who are involved in extra-curricular activities.

#### TCS Leadership Achievement Scholarship\*

**Donor:**  Yuko Miki

**Award Number:**  200551

Awarded to a full-time, second year student in the International Transportation & Customs diploma program \(TCS\) who has a minimum GPA of 3.5. The recipient is involved in extra-curricular activities that enhance student life at Seneca. Preference is given to students who are also active in the TCS program. The award is proudly established by Yuko Miki, Seneca graduate and professor.

#### TD Bank Financial Group Bursary

**Donor:** TD Bank Financial Group

**Award Number:**  100070

A bursary to assist a student in any full-time program based on demonstrated financial need and academic achievement.  Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. Selection is based on faculty recommendation.

#### TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Scholarship\*

**Donor:** TD Insurance Meloche Monnex

**Award Number:**  100576

Awarded to a student in their final year of any full-time program at Seneca. The recipient must demonstrate high academic standing. Recommendation is made by the Awards Committee.

#### TechConnex Endowed Bursary

**Donor:** TechConnex

**Award Number:**  100315

This award is open to a second-year student enrolled in any full-time program within the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering Technology or the Faculty of Business. The recipient will have a minimum GPA of 3.5, exhibit a passion to learn, be a creative thinker and a team player. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. The selection of a recipient will be made by faculty members.

#### Télio Impact Award\*

**Donor:** Télio Foundation

**Award Number:**  200431

Awarded to a student in the School of Fashion who demonstrates having taken thoughtful steps to pursue positive outcomes for both people and planet through design philosophy grounded in sustainable design practices, considering 1 or more of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals through each step of the project. 

#### Tim Gill Memorial Award

**Award Number:** 200569

Established by Mountain Equipment Co-op, his friends and family, to honour Tim Gill’s passion for canoeing and the Canadian outdoors, this award, based on academic merit and financial need, will assist deserving students registered full-time in the Fitness and Health Promotion diploma program.

#### Torbram Fire Protection Scholarship\*

**Donor:** Torbram Fire Protection

**Award Number:** 200432

Awarded to a first-year student in the full-time Fire Protection Engineering Technician Diploma program who has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and is pursuing a career in the fire alarm industry. Established by Torbram Fire Protection to uphold the standard of excellence in the fire protection industry by generously investing in future talent and empowering students to achieve their goals.

#### Toronto and Area Road Builders Association Award

**Donor:** Toronto and Area Road Builders Association

**Award Number:** 200474

Awarded to a domestic, second year or third year student in the full-time Civil Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma who has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrates financial need. The winning recipient will have the opportunity to connect with TARBA leadership to discuss a potential internship with a TARBA member organization.

#### Trevor Stein Leadership Award \*

**Donor:** Jonathan Kopman

**Award Number:** 200508

Awarded to full-time students in the School of Accounting & Financial Services who exemplify strong leadership and active community involvement. The recipients must be in good academic standing and making successful progress in their programs. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need. This award was established by colleagues in honour of Trevor Stein, founder of the SK Financial Group at CIBC Wood Gundy York Mills, in recognition of his nearly 30 years of dedicated service and lasting impact on the team.

#### Triumph Express Int’l Transportation/Customs Award\*

**Donor:** Triumph Express Service Canada Inc.

**Award Number:** 100382

Two awards will be given to first year students enrolled full time in the International Transportation and Customs program. One award will be given to a student who has the passion to pursue a career in the customs field and the other award for a student who is interested in the freight forwarding industry. Eligible students must have demonstrated financial need. Both recipients will demonstrate a passion of the industry, exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit and will be highly motivated. The recommendation will be made by faculty.

#### TST-CF Express Int'l Transportation/Customs Award\*

**Donor:** OTA Education Foundation Endowed Scholarship Program

**Award Number:**  100381

Awarded to the top first year students in the International Transportation and Customs program. Selection will be based upon academic performance and participation in the program. Recipients have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and contributed to the program and the success of their peers. The recipients will be recommended by faculty after their first year of study is completed.

#### University Women’s Club of North York Award

**Donor:** University Women's Club of North York

**Award Number:**  100051

Awarded to assist a domestic, non-graduating, female student in any multi-year program. Eligible students will have demonstrated financial need, maintained academic achievement \(a minimum GPA of 3.0\) and shown evidence of participation within Seneca \(extra-curricular activities\) and/or the community at large. Selection is made by the Seneca awards committee.

#### UWCNY 70th Anniversary Leadership Scholarship\*/\*\* 

**Donor:** University Women's Club North York

**Award Number:**  200393

Awarded to a student leader who champions causes related to the betterment or representation of women or girls at Seneca or the community. Established to celebrate the University Women’s Club of North York’s 70th anniversary and to honour the dedicated club leaders and volunteers over the past seven decades.

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/219/get-involved-with-student-life/SLA).

#### UWCNY-Louise Slemin Memorial Scholarship

**Donor:** University Women's Club of North York

**Award Number:**  200321

Awarded to a full-time domestic student who identifies as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit. The recipient demonstrates exceptional leadership at Seneca or in the broader community. Preference is given to a student who is doing work related to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada \(TRC\) and special consideration will be given to the area of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women \(MMIW\). The recipient will be nominated by the First Peoples@Seneca office. This award honours Louise Slemin, a committed volunteer and member of the University Women’s Club of North York.

#### Val Azzoli Bursary

**Donor:** Colleges Ontario

**Award Number:** 100335

Awarded to a Bachelor of Business Administration degree student who has a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, and Ontario residents with demonstrated financial need.

#### VCA Canada Animal Health P.A.W.S Scholarship\*

**Donor:** VCA Canada

**Award Number:**  200322

Awarded to a full-time student in the Veterinary Technician program that portrays the P.A.W.S. values:

- P – Professionalism; Student demonstrates professionalism with interactions with fellow classmates, instructors and clients
- A – Attitude; Student demonstrates a positive attitude with optimism towards the veterinary industry
- W – Willingness; Student demonstrates willingness to help others or those in need within their community
- S – Spirit; Student demonstrates team spirit to encourage others and influences people around them in helpful ways

The recipient will be recommended by faculty.

#### VetStrategy Veterinary Technician Award\*

**Donor:** VetStrategy

**Award Number:**  200258

Awarded to a full-time second year Veterinary Technician student. The recipient is involved in community engagement on or off campus and demonstrates financial need. The recipient will be recommended by faculty.

#### Vicki Milligan Carter Award\*\*

**Donor:** Seneca Student Federation

**Award Number:**  100061

The Vicki Milligan Carter Leadership Award was created by the SSF Inc. to honour a long time employee of Seneca College on the date of her retirement. A former faculty member, Departmental Chair, Director of Student Services and voting member on the SSF Inc. Board of Directors, Vicki's zest to improve student life, assist anyone in need and to make Seneca a better place spoke volumes of her commitment to everything Seneca.

This award is open to any Seneca student with a minimum GPA of 2.5 who has shown academic achievement, leadership, commitment to people and a passion for Seneca.

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website.](https://www.senecacollege.ca/student-services-and-support/student-life/leadership-awards.html)

#### Victoria George Memorial Award

**Donor:** Ms. George's family, friends & colleagues

**Award Number:**  100312

Awarded to a student in the second or third year of Business-Marketing or Business Administration - Marketing.  The recipient must have demonstrated leadership in the classroom and support for his/her fellow classmates' learning, involvement in extra-curricular activities/clubs at Seneca, good academic performance with a min GPA of 3.0, interest in the marketing industry through participation in marketing events and initiatives. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need. Selection will be made by the faculty based on the stated criteria.

#### Viking Fire Protection Inc. Award

**Donor:** Viking Fire Protection Inc./Protection incendie Viking Inc.

**Award Number:**  100295

One award at $1,000 for a first year student, and another two awards at $1,250 for a 2nd or 3rd year student. Eligible students must be enrolled in either the Fire Protection Engineering Technician or Fire Protection Engineering Technology \(Co-op\) programs, demonstrate academic excellence and community involvement.

#### Visual Arts Feminist Leadership Scholarship\*/\*\*

**Award Number:**  200552

Awarded to a full-time student in one of the following programs:

- Animation advanced diploma program
- Art & Design Foundations certificate program
- Illustration diploma program

Awarded to a student who has demonstrated leadership in one of the following ways:

- Promoting equity, diversity and inclusion
- Fighting any form of discrimination and/or abuse of power and/or sexual harassment
- Promoting gender justice

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/219/get-involved-with-student-life/SLA).

#### Vivienne Poy Creative Knitwear Award\*

**Donor:** Vivienne Poy

**Award Number:** 100362

Awarded to a student in their final year of the Fashion Arts program. The selection of a recipient is made by faculty members.

#### Vivienne Poy Fashion Arts Entrance Scholarship\*

**Donor:** Vivienne Poy

**Award Number:**  200119

Awarded to a student entering the Fashion Arts program on a full-time basis who is coming directly from a Canadian high school. The recipient should have strong academic standing and demonstrate financial need. This scholarship is renewable annually, provided the recipient maintains a minimum GPA of 3.0, continues to demonstrate financial need and is enrolled full-time. This scholarship was established by The Honourable Dr. Vivienne Poy, a distinguished Seneca alumna.

#### W.J.R. Bursary\*

**Donor:** William J. Riddell

**Award Number:** 200205

Awarded to a full-time second year student in the Social Service Worker program who has a minimum GPA of 2.5 and demonstrates financial need. The recipient will be selected by the Seneca awards committee. This award was established by William J. Riddell, a long serving Dean who was responsible for many programs at Seneca and selected the Social Work program to support with his bursary.

#### W.T. Newnham Leadership Award\*\*

**Award Number:**  100031

This trophy and award is presented to a student in their last year of studies, who has demonstrated their ability to function as a leader of students leaders in the enhancement of the quality of student life at Seneca. A minimum GPA of 2.5, plus outstanding leadership related to a short-term project or a yearlong activity will be the major criterion.

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website.](https://www.senecacollege.ca/student-services-and-support/student-life/leadership-awards.html)

#### W1derus KTK Award\*

**Donor:** W1derus Educational Workshops

**Award Number:** 200553

Awarded to a full-time, non-direct, student in the Early Childhood Education diploma or the Honours Bachelor of Child Development degree who has overcome challenges in pursuit of their education. The recipient will demonstrate financial need. Generously established by Seneca alumna Nicole Cummings-Morgan and her family in recognition of the strength, determination, and potential of students who refuse to give up on their goals.

#### Walker Wood Foundation Child and Youth Care Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**  200262

Awarded to full-time domestic students enrolled in the Child and Youth Care program. The recipients demonstrate high academic achievement \(min GPA of 3.5\), involvement in community or extra-curricular activities, and financial need. Preference will be given to previous award recipients provided they continue to meet the award criteria. The recipients will be recommended by the faculty.

#### Walker Wood Foundation Child Development Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**  100167

Awarded to full-time domestic students in the Honours Bachelor of Child Development program. The recipients demonstrate high academic achievement \(min GPA of 3.5\), involvement in community or extra-curricular activities, and financial need. Preference will be given to previous award recipients provided they continue to meet the award criteria. The recipients will be recommended by faculty.

#### Walker Wood Foundation Child Mental Health Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**  200261

Awarded to full-time domestic students in the Infant and Early Child Mental Health program. The recipients demonstrate high academic achievement \(min GPA of 3.5\), involvement with community or extra-curricular activities, and financial need. Preference will be given to previous award recipients provided they continue to meet the award criteria. The recipients will be recommended by faculty.

#### Walker Wood Foundation Early Childhood Education Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:** 200554

The recipient must be a domestic student in the full-time Early Childhood Education program. The recipient has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrates financial need.

#### Walker Wood Foundation Cloud Computing Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**200373

Awarded to a domestic student in the full-time Cloud Architecture & Administration program. The recipient has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrates financial need.

#### Walker Wood Foundation Equity Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**200375

Awarded to domestic students in a full-time program who demonstrate financial need. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 to be eligible and the awards are open to the following:

- Students who identify as Black;
- Students who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit;
- Students with a permanent disability \(physical, intellectual, mental health or learning\) who are receiving accommodations through Seneca Accessible Learning Services;
- Students who identify as a person with diverse gender identity and/or sexual orientation \(2SLGBTQ+\)

#### Walker Wood Foundation Mental Health Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**  200263

Awarded to full-time domestic students in the Honours Bachelor of Mental Health and Addiction program. The recipients demonstrate high academic achievement \(min GPA of 3.5\), involvement in community or extra-curricular activities, and financial need. Preference will be given to previous award recipients provided they continue to meet the award criteria. The recipients will be recommended by faculty.

#### Walker Wood Foundation SSW Gerontology Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**  100155

Awarded to second year full-time domestic students in the Social Service Worker-Gerontology program. The recipients demonstrate high academic achievement \(min GPA of 3.5\), involvement in community or extra-curricular activities, and financial need. The recipient will be recommended by faculty.

#### Walker Wood Foundation Nursing Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**200376

Awarded to a domestic student in the full-time Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing program. The recipient has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrates financial need. This award is renewable provided the recipient continues to meet the criteria unless there are extenuating circumstances.

#### Walker Wood Foundation Software Engineering Award

**Donor:** Walker Wood Foundation

**Award Number:**200377

Awarded to a domestic student in the full-time Bachelor of Engineering \(Software Engineering\) program. The recipient has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrates financial need. This award is renewable provided the recipient continues to meet the criteria unless there are extenuating circumstances.

#### Wayne Norrison Leadership Award\*\*

**Donor:** Seneca Student Federation

**Award Number:**  100059

The Seneca Student Federation Incorporated will annually present an award to a student who demonstrates outstanding leadership in the enhancement of student life at Seneca. This award was created to recognize and honour retired Seneca Vice-President, International and Business Development, Wayne Norrison, for his many years of outstanding leadership and support for the SSF Inc. Any Seneca student \(excluding SSF Inc. council members\) may apply for this award to recognize leadership related to student life at Seneca. Applicants must have achieved high academic standing throughout the semester.

This is a Student Leadership Award. For information and how to apply, please visit the [Student Leadership Awards website.](https://www.senecacollege.ca/student-services-and-support/student-life/leadership-awards.html)

#### Westinghouse Electric Award\*

**Donor:** Westinghouse Electric Company of Canada

**Award Number:** 200420

Awarded to a first-year student in the full-time Fire Protection Engineering Technology Advance Diploma Program who has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and who demonstrates financial need.

#### William D. Proctor Academic Excellence Award\*

**Donor:** Proctor Family

**Award Number:** 200526

Awarded to an exemplary student in the full-time Honours Bachelor of Commerce – Marketing degree program. The recipient has an outstanding aptitude for course content and is an active class participant. They will be in their third or fourth year, demonstrate academic excellence \(minimum GPA of 3.5\) and financial need. This award remembers William D. Proctor who was involved in business-to-business \(B2B\) sales for over forty years leading diverse sales and marketing teams in the packaging industry across Canada.

#### William Kent Davidge Memorial Award\*

**Donor:** June & William Davidge

**Award Number:** 100244

One or more awards each given to a student graduating from the FPR program. Selection will be based on good all-round performance in the program with emphasis on the student's enthusiasm and dedication to a career in aviation.

#### Wiretron Technologies Inc. Bursary

**Donor:** Wiretron Technologies Inc.

**Award Number:**  100300

Bursaries to assist students enrolled in programs offered through the Centre for Advanced Technologies. Eligible students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents and have demonstrated financial need.

- Mechanical Engineering Technician – Tool Design \(MATD\)
- Mechanical Engineering Technology – Industrial Design \(MIT\)
- Mechanical Technician – CNC Programming \(MTCP/MTCPC\)
- Mechanical Techniques \(Tool and Die/Mould Making\) \(MATT\)

#### Xerox Canada Endowed Bursary

**Donor:** Xerox Canada Ltd

**Award Number:** 100083

Awarded to a first- or second-year student enrolled in any program with high academic standing \(cumulative min GPA 3.0\) and demonstrated financial need.

#### York Regional Police Scholarship \*

**Award Number:** 200519

Awarded to a full-time student in the Police Foundations diploma program who identifies as a woman \(including cisgender or transgender\) as reflected in your student record. Selection is based on GPA and participation in extra-curricular activities. Established in 2025 to celebrate 50 years since the first female officer joined the ranks of York Regional Police.

#### York Regional School of Nursing Scholarship\*

**Award Number:** 100174

Awarded to students graduating from the Nursing program, based on an outstanding level of proficiency.

#### Youth In Care Bursary

**Donor:** Seneca Polytechnic

**Award Number:**  200286

The applicant must be a current or former youth in extended society care \(Crown ward\) or Customary Care \(including Voluntary Youth Service Agreements\), not adopted, who has been in the care of an Ontario Children’s Aid Society for a minimum of 12 months \(consecutive or cumulative\) as defined by the Child, Youth and Family Services Act \(CYFSA\) of Ontario. The applicant must also demonstrate financial need and must be applying for their first postsecondary credential. [More information about the Youth in Care Tuition Bursary](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/179/awards-scholarships-and-bursaries/wiki/view/8642/youth-in-care-tuition-bursary).

#### Yu Ling Award\*

**Donor:** Daymond Ling

**Award Number:** 200075

Awarded to a full-time student in the School of Marketing. The recipient demonstrates a passion for learning and has a GPA of 3.0 or above. The recommendation will be made by faculty.

#### Zigras Family Award\*

**Donor:** Angela Zigras

**Award Number:** 200260

Awarded to a full-time international student in Seneca Business who has a GPA of 2.0 and demonstrates financial need. Established by Angela Zigras, a retired Seneca employee, to celebrate over 25 years of service at Seneca. Angela and her sons, James and Constantine, are proud Seneca alumni.