CBSE/ICSE only, English-75% and previous 5 Years education in English Medium. (Seperate Format)

The University of Northern British Columbia formally came into existence on 22 june 1990 by Bill 40 of British Columbia legislature. It was officially opened in 1994 by Queen Elizabeth II. During its official opening it had 1500 students. The university got attention from the Northern Medical Program which was done in collaboration with the University of British Columbia. 
 
Facts -&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the university.</li>
	<li>Times world has ranked the university in top 1000 universities.</li>
	<li>The Wood Innovation and Design Centre of the University is award winning and designed by Michael Green Architecture.</li>
	<li>Their soccer team is called timberwolves which participates in Canada West Universities Athletic Association.</li>
	<li>It offers courses on undergraduate, masters, certification as well as diploma levels.</li>
</ul>

About

On-campus facilities: The on campus accommodation at the University have the capacity of about 500 students and some of the facilities offered are: 1. Basic furniture with kitchen, living room and shared bathroom. 2. Wifi, common area for socializing, meal plan and laundry services. Off-campus facilities: The university recommends homestay for off campus housing as you'll learn about the Canadian culture. But if you want you can even have a private house. The facilities offered would vary but you can expect the basic facilities. Food facilities (Availability of vegetarian/Indian food): There are various food places to have vegan food in Prince George, some of which are: 1. Betulla Burning 2. Buskers 3. Cimo Mediterranean Grill 4. Earls Kitchen + Bar freshii Other than those, you can also shop for vegan ingredients to make your meal at home.

Accommodation

University of Northern British Columbia is a good choice for anyone who wants to learn a lot with small class size and focus on research. The university offers great facilities and many award winning alumni. They have also improved consistently throughout the years.


Verdict

Available scholarships and application procedure for Scholarships University offers Scholarships and awards to ease out the budget of students. Following are some of the Scholarships offered: 1. President's Silver Anniversary Award for Excellence in Leadership 2. Raven Scholarship Early Entrance Awards 3. UNBC Leadership Award Early Entrance Awards for which application is needed.

Financial Aid

The university&#39;s campus is renowned for its avant-garde desig

<ul>
	<li>The campus includes the Weller library, the Research laboratory building, the Health Sciences building, and a residence hall.</li>
	<li>The primary library of UNBC, the Geoffrey R. Weller Library, is situated in the heart of the campus. Its library has more than 300,000 books, periodicals, and other materials.</li>
	<li>A fitness facility, a gymnasium, an indoor track, squash courts, and outdoor soccer, rugby, and football grounds are among the sporting facilities available at UNBC.</li>
	<li>Students at UNBC have access to cutting-edge technological tools including fast internet, multimedia classrooms, and computer laboratories.</li>
</ul>

infrastructure

Prince George is located near British Columbia and is the largest city in northern British Columbia constituting about 74000 population. It has all the traits of a modern city offering caf&eacute;s, boutiques, art galleries,and museums for people to explore and visit. 
 
Important landmarks/places nearby -&nbsp;

<ol>
	<li>Northern Lights Estate Winery</li>
	<li>Cottonwood Island Nature Park</li>
	<li>Lheidli T&#39;enneh Memorial Park</li>
	<li>Prince George Railway Museum</li>
</ol>

Crime Rate&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>The crime rate at Prince George is on the high side. But the authorities are very active and quick to action so you don&#39;t have to worry a lot. You just have to be cautious.</li>
</ul>

Location

Internships: Internship helps you get real world experience of your theoretical knowledge. And the university has various Internship opportunities like ORTM Internship, PICS Internship, U sports Internship etc. Other than that you can also grab Internship through company fairs, online job portals, etc. Placement %: 92 International student placement: 88 % employed within 6 months of study-UG: 86 % employed within 6 months of study-PG: 92 ROI= Average Placement Salary/Tuition Fee: 27500

Placements

If you're someone who likes both warmth of summers and chilliness of winter then this place is just right for you. As in Prince George the summers are comfortable and warm while winters are chilly, cloudy and windy.

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Bachelor of Commerce in Management Information Systems

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Bachelor of Arts in Nature-Based Tourism Management

Bachelor of Commerce in General Business

Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resources Management

Bachelor of Commerce in International Business

Bachelor of Science in Landscape Conservation and Management

Bachelor of Science in Forest Ecology and Management

Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing

Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting

Bachelor of Commerce in Finance

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Community and Population Health: Environmental Health

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Community and Population Health: Aboriginal and Rural Health

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biomedical Studies

Certificate : Aboriginal / Indigenous Health and Healing

Bachelor of Arts in English

Bachelor of Arts in History

Diploma : Aboriginal / Indigenous Health and Healing

Bachelor of Arts in Environmental and Sustainability Studies

Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Engineering (Joint UNBC and UBC)

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Bachelor of Science in Wildland Conservation and Recreation

Bachelor of Social Work in Social Work

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Fisheries

Certificate : First Nations Language

Bachelor of Education in Education - Secondary (8 - 12)

Bachelor of Planning in Natural Resources Planning

Bachelor of Education in Education - Elementary (K - 7)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Northern Baccalaureate Nursing

Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology

Bachelor of Arts in Geography

Bachelor of Science in Geography

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Bachelor of Arts in Global and International Studies

Bachelor of Planning in Northern and Rural Community Planning

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Post-Diploma Baccalaureate Nursing

Bachelor of Planning in First Nations Planning

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistics

Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration and Community Development

Diploma : First Nations Languages

Certificate : Aboriginal Community Resource Planning

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Bachelor of Science in Physics

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Certificate : Traditional Ecological Knowledge

Certificate : First Nations Public Administration

Bachelor of Arts in First Nations Studies

Bachelor of Science in Integrated Science

Bachelor of Arts in Northern Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies

Certificate : General First Nations Studies

Certificate : Metis Studies

Certificate : Nisga'a Studies

Certificate : Local Government Administration

Value: Variable, up to a maximum of tuition

Number: Variable

Eligibility: Available to full-time students who are members of the UNBC Varsity Athletic Team.

Criteria: Satisfactory academic standing.

Note: The coaches will nominate the recipients.

UMBC Athletic Award

Generous supporters of UNBC Athletics have created this fund to help and encourage UNBC varsity athletes in their athletic careers and pursuit of education.

Donor: Generous supporters of UNBC Athletics

Value: Variable

Number: Variable

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student who is a current member of a UNBC varsity athletics team.

Criteria: Satisfactory academic standing.

Effective Date: Endowed 2021

Timberwolves Athletic Award

The UNBC School of Engineering has established this award to support students facing financial barriers while pursuing an education in engineering.

Donor: UNBC School of Engineering

Value: Variable

Number: Variable

Award Type: Bursary

Eligibility: Available to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in an Engineering Program. First preference will be given to students with the greatest financial need.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need and satisfactory academic standing.

Note: This award is intended to support awards to students in each of the Engineering Programs and years of study.

Established 2021

School of Engineering Bursary

The UNBC School of Engineering has established this award to recognize exceptional students pursuing an education in engineering.

Donor: UNBC School of Engineering

Value: Variable

Number: Variable

Award Type: Scholarship

Eligibility: Available to full-time undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an Engineering Program.

Criteria: Academic excellence, overcoming adversity and demonstrating leadership.

Application Instructions: Students must submit an essay to the Awards Office that describes how they have overcome adversity and include information on their past and 
present academic and non-academic leadership roles.

Note: This award is intended to support awards to students in each of the Engineering Programs and years of study.

Effective Date: Established 2021

Recipient Selection: Senate Committee on Scholarships and Bursaries on recommendation by the UNBC Awards Office and Chair of the School of Engineering.

School of Engineering Scholarship

Donor: The Governor General of Canada

Value: Silver Medal

Number: One

Eligibility:The Silver medal will be awarded on the basis of highest GPA over the student's program.

Selection Criteria: Awarded in the final year to a student who achieves the highest academic standing upon graduation from a Bachelor's degree program. All students (full-time and part-time) are eligible.

Criteria: Academic excellence.

Note: The Senate Committee on Scholarships and Bursaries will determine the recipient. The medal will be presented to the recipient at the annual Convocation Ceremony.

Established 1996

Governor General's Silver Medal

Donor: The Governor General of Canada

Value: Gold medal

Number: One

Eligibility:

1. Every graduate program will normally make one nomination for the Gold Medal.
2. The nomination must be made by, and supported by, the Chair of the Graduate Program or Graduate Committee if the student is enrolled in NRES, MCPMS, or IDIS.
3. Graduation GPA should normally be above 4.10.

Note: The GPA calculation will not include: transfer credit; any courses over and above the approved minimum degree requirements or otherwise taken as 'extra' to the degree; any courses that are below the degree level being attained (e.g. undergraduate courses taken during the course of a student's UNBC Master's or Doctoral degree)

Selection Committee:

The selection committee will comprise a representative of the Graduate Programs Office, the Deans of CASHS, CSAM and Regional Programs. The committee is chaired by the representative of the Graduate Programs Office.

Selection Critiera:

The nomination of the Graduate Program (or Committee) Chair will include an evaluation of the following criteria:
1. The result of the oral examination for project, thesis, or dissertation, which should normally be "Clear Pass.'
2. The quality of the project, thesis, or dissertation and the significance of the results.
3. The quantity and quality of publications and/or awards and/or conference presentations accrued during the nominee's time as a registered student at UNBC in the degree 
program for which s/he is being considered.

The GGM Review Committee will also consider/request the following information:
1. The decision of the oral examination and a list of the revisions required by the examining committee.
2. An evaluation by the external examiner, if available.
3. An independent review of the significance of the research.
4. The time taken to complete the graduate program.

Note: The weighting of specific criteria may differ according to the nature of the graduate degree (e.g. PhD, professional Master's) in order that every nominee is given the fairest consideration.
Tiebreaker:
In the event of a tie, the deciding vote will be that of:
1. The appropriate Dean of the College if the tied students are from the same College.
2. The representative of the Graduate Programs Office as Chair of the selection committee.
Established 1996
Revised 2015

Governor General's Gold Medal

Donor: UNBC

Value: Half the value of the tuition fee units for the degree program into which the student has been accepted, renewable for one year.

Eligibility: The scholarship is provided to full-time students who have successfully competed for a national or provincial scholarship or fellowship equal or greater than 
$10,000. Students must remain in satisfactory academic standing to maintain the scholarship and must be judged to be making satisfactory progress by submitting a Progress 
Report to the Office of Graduate Programs prior to renewal.

Criteria: Recipient of a national or provincial scholarship or fellowship.

Application Instructions: If an applicant has successfully competed for a national or provincial scholarship or fellowship, the recipient should provide proof of the 
national/provincial award and contact the Office of Graduate Programs in order to also receive a UNBC Master's Tuition Scholarship.

Established 2004

UNBC Masters Tuition Scholarship

As a result of the construction of the WAC Bennett Dam, BC Hydro and the Ministry of Environment, Lands and Parks established the Peace/Williston Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program. This program includes restoration and enhancement of fish and fish habitat, fish monitoring and inventories, as well as research. The Peace/Williston Fish and Wildlife Compensation Fish Technical Committee's mission is to provide naturally diverse and abundant fish populations in a healthy ecosystem. By establishing this award in partnership with UNBC, the Peace/Williston Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program strives to advance research on aquatic issues within the program's mandate area.

Donor: Peace/Williston Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program (PWFWCP)

Value: Approximately $7,000 per year

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time graduate student enrolled in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies who is undertaking an aquatic research program.

Criteria: Satisfactory academic standing.

Application Instructions: Complete the Online Awards Application and submit a research project proposal via awards@unbc.ca. Selection will be based on the potential of the 
proposed research to further the understanding of fish and their habitat within the Williston Reservoir Watershed and will be subject to approval by a representative of the 
PWFWCP. The research proposal will be aligned with the Peace/Williston Fish and Wildlife Program's strategic plans and will generally relate to the protection, restoration or 
enhancement of fish and fish habitat in support of the fish populations in a healthy ecosystem.

Note: A recipient may apply for this award more than once. The selection of the recipient will be made on the recommendation of faculty in a pertinent program, appropriate Chair and Dean endorsement, PWFWCP approval, and final approval by the Senate Committee on Scholarships and Bursaries.

Endowed 2003

Peace/Williston Aquatic Research Award

This prestigious undergraduate award recognizes and rewards excellence through leadership in civic, athletic, philanthropic, and environmental fields. Recipients will have experience in leadership upon admission to UNBC and continuing on through their campus life through contributions to student life, undergraduate research, community outreach or other endeavors. With the President's contribution, this is now the highest value internally funded award made by UNBC.

Donor: The University of Northern British Columbia and the University President.

Value: $6,000, renewable at $5,500 for up to three additional consecutive years.

Number: Two

Eligibility: Available to full-time undergraduate students commencing a course of studies at UNBC for the first time.

Criteria: Demonstrated leadership and satisfactory academic standing.

Application Instructions: Complete the "UNBC Leadership (new undergraduates)" Online Awards Application Form and have two referees submit a reference letter via 
awards@unbc.ca. Referees are third parties who can attest to your strong leadership abilities in the classroom and/or community.

Notes: i) The same reference letters can be used to support other UNBC awards so referees only need to submit them once via awards@unbc.ca. ii) This award is renewable 
subject to the recipient maintaining an annual GPA of at least 2.00 and engaging in ongoing leadership activities. Prior to renewal, the recipient will be asked to provide verification of such activities via awards@unbc.ca.

Established 2015

Recipient Selection: SCSB upon recommendation by the UNBC Recruitment Office.

President's Silver Anniversary Award For Excellence in Leadership

The Chan Sisters Foundation is dedicated to helping individuals overcome financial obstacles so they can excel in their chosen endeavors to their full potential. The Chan Sisters wish to support very bright students who demonstrate a strong obligation to contribute to their community and to give back to others the generosity that has been bestowed upon them.

Donor: The Chan Sisters Foundation

Value: $6,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time graduate student enrolled in Nursing, Social Work or Education.

Criteria: Academic excellence, demonstrated community leadership/ involvement. Final selection will be made on the basis of greatest financial need.

Application Instructions: Complete the Community Leadership/Involvement and Financial Need sections of the online Awards Application.

Note: Selection of the recipients will be made by a committee chaired by a representative of the Graduate Programs Office.

Endowed 2000

Chan Sisters Foundation Graduate Award

Donor: The University of Northern British Columbia

Value: $5,500

Number: Variable

Eligibility: Available to full-time students entering UNBC directly from high school who are commencing a course of studies at UNBC for the first time.

Criteria: Academic excellence.

Established 1994

Raven Scholarship

Elsie and Dieter (Derric) Gerdes were founding supporters of the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). Elsie was President of the Interior University Society (IUS) from 1987-1989. She saw the need for young people to obtain higher education closer to home. In recognition of her vision to improve the lives of those in her community, she received an honorary Doctorate of Law from UNBC in 2004.

Donor: Elsie & Dieter Gerdes

Value: $5,000

Number: Four

Eligibility: Available to a full or part-time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a Natural Resources and Environmental Studies (MNRES or MSc) Program or a Bachelor 
of Science (BSc) Program with a major in Conservation Science and Practice, Environmental Science, Forest Ecology and Management or Wildlife and Fisheries. First preference 
will be given to graduate students.

Criteria: Academic proficiency

Established 2013, endowed 2022, revised 2023

Elsie & Dieter Gerdes Scholarship

This bursary has been established in celebration of the life of Michael (Mike) Richard Strel. Mike's three years at UNBC, pursuing a double major in Mathematics and Physics, were a time of personal growth and fulfillment. His fascination with these subjects blossomed and he was excited about the possibility of a related career in teaching and research. In his personal life, of 21 years, Mike was known for his big smile and unique sense of humour, his deep love of family and close friends, his passion for mountaineering, his appreciation of classical music and his enthusiasm for learning to fly. This award is intended to carry forward the spirit of quiet determination and joy with which he lived his life.

Donor: The Strel Family

Value: $5,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate or graduate student with a declared major in Math and/or Physics. Preference will be given to an undergraduate student.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need and satisfactory academic standing.

Application Instructions: Complete the Financial Need and Voluntary/Extracurricular sections of the Awards Application form.

Note: Recipients are eligible to receive this award more than once.

Recipient Selection: Senate Committee on Scholarships and Bursaries, on recommendation by the Awards Office.

Established 2005

Michael Strel Memorial Bursary

Louise Gorton established this award to ensure financial barriers do not stand in the way of achieving a university degree. This award honours UNBC students with a passion for teaching.

Donor: Louise Gorton

Value: $5,000

Number: Two

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the Bachelor of Education Program who has completed 32 credit hours. First preference will be given to a 
student who demonstrates an interest in teaching in rural and remote communities after graduation.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need and academic proficiency.

Conditions: No student may receive the Gorton Family Scholarship, Gorton Family Bursary, Gorton Family Rural Education Award, Gorton Family Education Award or Gorton 
Family Award during the same academic year.

Endowed 2020

Gorton Family Rural Education Award

The Gwyn Morgan and Patricia Trottier Foundation is a private foundation with a focus on education, notably in the field of engineering. Through the foundation Mr. Morgan and Ms. Trottier are looking to support one second year engineering student who demonstrates financial difficulties to provide him/her the ability to finish their education and enter into the workforce as professional engineers.

Donor: The Gwyn Morgan and Patricia Trottier Foundation

Value: $5,000

Number: Two

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in his or her second year of studies in the Environmental Engineering (BASc) Program.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need and satisfactory academic standing.

Effective Date: Established 2015

Gwyn Morgan "Be An Engineer" Bursary

The Northern Health Authority is pleased to establish this endowed scholarship to assist committed, enthusiastic and intelligent students studying in the Health Sciences Program.

Donor: Northern Health Authority

Value: $4,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full or part-time undergraduate student enrolled in Health Sciences (BHSc Program) who has completed 60 credit hours.

Criteria: Academic excellence.

Conditions: Preference will be given to students who have displayed interest and aptitude for conducting research applicable to cancer patients and their treatments and 
experiences inherent in these processes. This could include, but will not be limited to, research in the area of prevention, health promotion, treatment, program evaluation, access to care, support and systems issues.

Application Instructions: Complete the Awards Application form and submit a statement of your interest/aptitude for conducting research applicable to cancer patients to the 
Awards Office.

Endowed 2012

Premier's Consultation On Improved Cancer Care in Northern Bc Scholarship

Canfor Corporation is a leading integrated forest products company with strong roots in northern British Columbia. With the purchase of Northwood Inc. in 1999, Canfor is the largest BC producer of softwood lumber and through its 50% ownership of CPLP Income Fund is one of the largest market pulp producers in Canada. Canfor is committed to innovative practices that foster growth and create opportunities in the north. Canfor Legacy Awards are provided yearly to commemorate Legacy Northwood's commitment to the University of Northern British Columbia and its students. In continuation of the original intent of these awards, they will recognize those students who achieve academic excellence and strive to prepare themselves for exciting careers.

Donor: Canfor Corporation

Value: $3,500

Number: Four

Eligibility: Available to a full time undergraduate student enrolled in the Natural Resources Management Program with a Major in Forest Ecology and Management who have 
completed 60 credit hours. Students must express an explicit interest in a career in industrial related forestry as well as plans to remain in the North in the career goals section 
of their application.

Criteria: Academic proficiency

Note: Students are eligible to receive only one UNBC Canfor-sponsored award.

Endowed 1993

Canfor Legacy Awards

For more than 100 years, Great-West Life has helped their clients get their financial security plans on track. For individuals and families, they provide a wide range of life insurance, disability insurance, critical illness, estate planning and retirement savings and income plans. Great-West Life is committed to providing the highest quality service, backed by a long history of strength and stability. Great-West has more than 50 years of experience in the disability insurance market and features a wide range of disability insurance coverage designed to meet a variety of personal and business needs.

Donor: Great-West Life Assurance Company

Value: $3,500

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full or part-time graduate student enrolled in the Master of Arts in Disability Management Program.

Criteria: Academic excellence.

Application Instructions: Complete the Thesis/Research Information section of the online Awards Application.

Recipient selection: Senate Committee on Scholarships and Bursaries on recommendation by the Chair of the Disability Management Program.

Endowed 2003

Great West Life Scholarship

J. D. (Doug) Little, former Senior Vice President at Northwood Inc., was a strong advocate for the founding of UNBC. He was widely regarded as the father of the private tree nursery in BC, championing many of the silviculture and forest management methods used today. Mr. Little received the Association of British Columbia Professional Foresters Distinguished Statesman Award for his outstanding efforts to assure better care of the forest.

Donor: Sheila Little and family; in memoriam gifts from colleagues, friends, and business associates.

Value: $3,250

Number: Two (one for a student in third-year studies, one for a student in fourth-year studies), subject to the availability of funds.

Eligibility: Available to full-time students who have completed at least 60 credit hours towards a degree program offered by the Faculty of Natural Resources and 
Environmental Studies and who have declared a major in Forestry.

Criteria: Academic proficiency with a minimum 3.00 grade point average, demonstrated leadership in the classroom and in the field, and a superior work ethic.

Application Instructions: Complete the Leadership Skills/Experience section of the Awards Application form; and, submit a brief description of your views of current and 
future forest management activities via awards@unbc.ca.

Note: The College of Science and Management will review applications and, in discussion with Mrs. Little and/or designate, nominate the recipients.

Endowed 1993

Doug Little Scholarship

The Marumi Sangyo Group, based in Nagoya, Japan, dates back to 1948 when they established a small lumber company dealing just in domestic lumber and finally moving into building and land development. Since 1990, Marumi has been a major importer of forest products from northern BC, with which it is building close ties. The scholarships are a fitting way of helping express these ties as the company moves into its 50th anniversary year.

Donor: The Marumi Sangyo Co. Ltd.

Value: $3,000, renewable for up to one year

Number: Two

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student with a declared major in the Bachelor of Science degree program, majoring in the fields of either Environmental 
Science or Natural Resources Management who has completed 30 credit hours.

Criteria: Academic excellence.

Note: These scholarships are renewable for up to one year, subject to the recipients maintaining a minimum 3.00 GPA.

Endowed 1996

Marumi Scholarship

UNBC is committed to rewarding those students who have made an effort to balance their academics with leadership activities-both within their school and their community.

Value: $3,000

Number: Fifteen

Eligibility: Available to new full-time undergraduate students entering UNBC for the first time.

Criteria: Academic proficiency and demonstrated leadership/involvement.

Application Instructions: Complete the "UNBC Leadership (new undergraduates)" Online Award Application Form (including specifying a plan for continuing leadership 
activities while at UNBC) and have two referees submit a reference letter via awards@unbc.ca. Referees are third parties who can attest to your leadership activities.

Notes: i) The deadline to apply is Jan 15th, 2022, ii) The same reference letters can be used to support other UNBC awards so referees only need to submit them once via awards@unbc.ca.

Established 2003

UNBC Leadership Award

This award has been established to assist students enrolled in the Civil or Environmental Engineering Programs at UNBC.

Donor: TC Energy Coastal GasLink Pipeline

Value: $3,000

Number: Ten in 2021/22, ten in 2022/23 and ten in 2023/24

Eligibility: Available to a full or part time undergraduate student enrolled in the Civil or Environmental Engineering Programs.

Criteria: Academic proficiency.

Effective Date: Established 2019

Coastal Gaslink Legacy Scholarship

The intent of the van Adrichem Undergraduate Summer Research Bursary is to provide financial support to a third or fourth year undergraduate student pursuing summer research projects. Mr. van Adrichem believes that giving students the opportunity to experience research at the undergraduate level will enhance their education and spark a lifetime interest in research, increasing the likelihood of continuing on with research at the graduate level. Michael van Adrichem was an active horticultural researcher in northern British Columbia. He spent fifteen years in the Prince George research branch of the Federal Department of Agriculture, where his main emphasis was on the winter hardiness of raspberries. This award, the first endowed undergraduate research bursary at UNBC, will assist in the enhancement of knowledge about plant biological processes in the north.

Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Michael van Adrichem

Value: $3,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student who has completed 60 credit hours. Preference will be given to students doing applied research on northern 
ecosystems and plants during the summer immediately following the granting of the award, or by demonstrating a strong case for alternative timing.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need and an overall GPA of 3.00.

Application Instructions: Complete the Research Topic and Financial Need sections of the Awards Application form.

Established 1999

Van Adrichem Undergraduate Summer Research Bursary

Dr. McTaggart Cowan, a professor emeritus at the University of British Columbia, dedicated a lifetime to studying, teaching, and conserving the natural resources of British Columbia. Recognized throughout the world as the Dean of Canadian Zoology, this scholarship in Wildlife Management is a fitting testament to his ideals and distinguished service to the people and resources of this province.

Donor: Friends and colleagues of Dr. McTaggart Cowan and UNBC including Environment Canada and Ministry of Environment, Lands, and Parks.
Value: $3,000
Number: One
Eligibility: Available to full-time students who have completed at least 60 credit hours in a program offered by the Faculty of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies. Preference will be given to students pursuing studies in wildlife biology and management.
Criteria: Academic excellence. Financial need may be a consideration.
Application Instructions: Complete the Financial Need section of the Awards Application form.
Note The College will review the applications and nominate the recipients.
Endowed 1993

Ian McTaggart Cowan Wildlife Management Scholarship

Rogers Sugar maintains that all qualified individuals should have the opportunity to pursue university educational opportunities. The intent of the fund is to encourage and financially support ambitious students, showing leadership and/or initiative within their community, in their pursuit of a UNBC degree program.

Donor: Rogers Sugar

Value: $2,500

Number: Three

Eligibility: Available to a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree at UNBC.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need and community involvement.

Application Instructions: Complete the Financial Need and Community Involvement sections of the online Awards Application

Rogers Sugar Bursary

DWB Consulting Services Ltd (DWB) is a dynamic, multidisciplinary consulting firm that specializes in offering a full suite of value-added engineering, environmental and forestry services to their clients. DWB has established this award to support UNBC students obtaining an Engineering degree.

Donor: DWB Consulting Services Ltd.

Value: $2,500

Number: One in each 2020/21, 2021/22, 2022/23 and 2023/24

Eligibility: Available to a full time undergraduate student enrolled in the Environmental Engineering Program or the Civil Engineering Program, who has completed 30 credit 
hours. First preference will be given to a student who is enrolled in a UNBC Engineering Program. Second preference will be given to a student enrolled in the UNBC/UBC Engineering Program.

Criteria: Academic proficiency.

Established 2020

DWB Consulting - Engineering Award

Access Engineering Consultants Ltd. (Access) is a hard-working, values-driven local engineering firm, inspired by the community of Prince George. They are proud to offer this award to an engineering student interested in a career in structural engineering. Access is excited to support the UNBC Engineering Program and contribute to the growth of the industry in Prince George.

Donor: Access Engineering Consultants Ltd.

Value: $2,500

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student in the Civil Engineering Program who has completed at least 60 credit hours. First preference will be given to a 
student who demonstrates an intention of pursuing a career in structural engineering.

Criteria: Academic excellence

Established 2023

Access Engineering Consultants Ltd. Scholarship

Donor: The University of Northern British Columbia

Value: $2,500

Number: Twenty

Eligibility: Available to full-time students continuing in a graduate program at UNBC.

Criteria: Ann GPA of 3.80 or greater.

Note: Selection of the recipients will be made by a committee appointed by the Office of Graduate Programs. This award cannot be held more than twice for Master's recipients and more than three times for PhD recipients.

Established 1994

Unbc Graduate Scholarship

Shoppers Drug Mart/Imasco recognizes that our companies' successes are directly linked to community viability. Imasco believes the most constructive way to show appreciation is by supporting initiatives that strengthen these communities. We are pleased to recognize northern students for their commitment to their communities by offering this bursary.

Donor: Shoppers Drug Mart/Imasco

Value: $2,000

Number: Varies

Eligibility: Available to a full-time student enrolled at UNBC.

Criteria: Satisfactory academic standing and demonstrated financial need.

Application Instructions: Complete the Financial Need section of the online Awards Application.

Endowed 1999

Shoppers Drug Mart/IMASCO Bursary

Donor: The University of Northern British Columbia

Value: $2,000

Number: Variable

Eligibility: Available to full-time students commencing a course of studies at UNBC for the first time.

Criteria: Satisfactory academic standing and demonstrated financial need.

Application Instructions: Complete the Financial Need section of the online Award Application.

Established 1994

Raven Bursary

Giving back to the community is a corporate philosophy established by the late Tong Louie. In that spirit, London Drugs' corporate contributions are dedicated to health and wellness organizations, medical research, education, and the arts. These awards have been established in celebration of London Drugs' 60th Anniversary, in order to support individuals pursuing an education in the health sciences.

Donor: London Drugs

Value: $2,000

Number: 2

Eligibility: Available to a full or part-time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a program who has an interest in pursuing a career in a health sciences field.

Criteria: Academic Excellence and Demonstrated Financial Need

Endowed 2007

London Drugs Scholarship

The Chan Sisters Foundation is dedicated to helping individuals overcome financial obstacles so they can excel in their chosen endeavours to their full potential. The Chan Sisters wish to support very bright students who demonstrate a strong obligation to contribute to their community and to give back to others the generosity that has been bestowed upon them.

Donor: The Chan Sisters Foundation

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time student who has completed at least 60 credit hours towards their degree program.

Criteria: Academic excellence, demonstrated community leadership/ involvement. Final selection will be made on the basis of greatest financial need.

Application Instructions: Complete the financial need and community involvement/leadership sections of the awards application form.

Endowed 2000

Chan Sisters Foundation Undergraduate Award

Dr. Tony Eckersley was always enthusiastic about medicine and enjoyed contact with a wide variety of people. He worked hard to develop good quality care for his patients in General Practice. He appreciated working in the north because he could be involved in maternity, surgical and emergency medicine. In fact, he left Scotland because those avenues were being closed to family practitioners.

Donor: Friends and Family of Dr. Tony Eckersley

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time fourth-year Northern Medical student who has matched to a residency position in Family Medicine. The recipient must exemplify the 
qualities of practicing medicine in northern/rural communities and have a passion for family medicine.

Criteria: Must be enrolled in the Northern Medical Program.

Endowed March 2011

Dr. Tony Eckersley Memorial Award

Bonnie Walberg loved being a member of the Auxiliary to UHNBC and did everything she could to help her fellow volunteers and the hospital community. This award is to honour her dedication and commitment.

Donor: Auxiliary to the University Hospital Society on behalf of Patricia Walberg-Anhorn

Value: $2,000

Number: One in 2021/22, one in 2022/23, one in 2023/24, one in 2024/25 and one in 2025/26

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in a Health Sciences (BHSc) program or BScN Nursing program who has completed 30 credit hours or a full-
time graduate student enrolled in the second year of the MScN/FNP program.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need and academic proficiency.

Note: This award is renewable for up to one year, subject to the recipient maintaining the criteria of demonstrated financial need and academic proficiency for this award.

Established 2021

Bonnie Walberg Memorial Award

The donor wishes to support UNBC athletes and strengthen the recruitment and retention efforts of the UNBC Athletics Department.

Donor: Integris Credit Union

Value: $2,000

Number: Four, disbursed as follows:

1 - male varsity basketball player
1 - female varsity basketball player
1 - male varsity soccer player
1 - female varsity soccer player

Eligibility: Available to full-time undergraduate varsity athletic students.

Criteria: Satisfactory academic standing.

Established 2014

Integris Credit Union Athletic Awards

Canfor Corporation is a leading integrated forest products company with strong roots in northern British Columbia. As the largest BC producer of softwood lumber and through its 51.9% ownership of Canfor Pulp Products Inc. is one of the largest market pulp producers in Canada. Canfor is committed to fostering growth and strengthening the communities that we call home. The Canfor Annual Awards commemorate Canfor's support of the University of Northern British Columbia and its students. It is Canfor's hope that these students will put their talents to work in the field of forestry in communities throughout northern British Columbia.

Donor: Canfor Corporation

Value: $2,000

Number: Three

Eligibility:: Available to a full time undergraduate student enrolled in their first or second year of the Natural Resources Management Program. Students must express an 
explicit interest in a career in industrial related forestry as well as plans to remain in the North in the career goals section of their award application.

Criteria: Academic proficiency

Note: Students are eligible to receive only one UNBC Canfor-sponsored award.

Effective Date: Established 2000

Canfor Annual Award

Canfor Corporation is a leading integrated forest products company with strong roots in northern British Columbia. With the purchase of Northwood Inc. in 1999, Canfor is the largest BC producer of softwood lumber and through its 50% ownership of CPLP Income Fund is one of the largest market pulp producers in Canada. Canfor is commited to innovative practices that foster growth and create opportunities in the north. Canfor Legacy Awards are provided yearly to commemorate Legacy Northwood's commitment to the University of Northern British Columbia and its students. In continuation of the original intent of these awards, they will recognize those students who achieve academic excellence and strive to prepare themselves for exciting careers.

Donor: Canfor Corporation

Value: $2,000

Number: Three

Eligibility: Available to a full time undergraduate student enrolled in their first or second year of the Natural Resources Management Program. Students must express an 
explicit interest in a career in industrial related forestry as well as plans to remain in the North in the career section of their application.

Criteria: Academic proficiency

Note: Students are eligible to receive only one UNBC Canfor-sponsored award.

Endowed 1993

Canfor Legacy Award

The Peter Bentley Athletic Scholarship endowment was established in honour of Mr. Bentley, who served as Chancellor of UNBC from May 2004 through May 2007. Peter was an avid supporter of athletics throughout his life and was an accomplished athlete himself, having been inducted into the British Columbia Sports Hall of Fame in 1999. Proceeds from the endowment are to be equally divided between Men's and Women's Athletics.

Donor: Friends and Family of Peter Bentley

Value: $2,000

Number: Two - One (1) to a women's varsity athletics team member; One (1) to a men's varsity athletics team member

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student who is a member of a Men's or Women's Varsity Athletics Team.

Criteria: Academic proficiency.

Conditions: Recipients must be a current member of a UNBC Varsity Athletics Team.

Note: Recipients may receive this award more than once.

Endowed 2008

Peter Bentley Athletic Scholarship

Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd. recognizes that the cost of attending University can sometimes be an insurmountable obstacle for students who hope to pursue careers that require a University education. It is Sinclar's intention with this bursary to provide some financial assistance to a deserving student each year that will help to reduce that financial burden.

Donor: Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd.

Value: $2,000

Number: Two

Eligibility: Available to all full-time undergraduate students. First preference will be given to children of Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd. employees. (Specific names to be 
verified by donor.) Second preference will be given to any full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the Natural Resource Management Program with a major in Forest 
Ecology and Management OR any program within the School of Business.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need.

Application Instructions: Complete the Financial Need section of the online Awards Application and submit a letter confirming being a child of an employee of Sinclar Group 
Forest Products Ltd. via awards@unbc.ca.

Established 2004

Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd. Bursary

Patricia (Pat) McLeod is a Founder of UNBC. In 1988, she was one of 16,000 who joined the public campaign for a university in the North which lead to establishing UNBC. This award has been established to support UNBC students pursuing a degree related to the environment who would greatly benefit from financial support.

Donor: Patricia (Pat) McLeod

Value: $2,000

Number: Two

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the Faculty of Environment who has completed 30 credit hours. First preference will be given to a 
student in great need of financial support.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial needand satisfactory academic standing.

Endowed 2021

Pat Mcleod Bursary

Mervin Holder was a kind and generous man who lived his life in Prince George through hard work and the enjoyment of people around him. As one of the 16,000 UNBC original petition signers, education was important to Mervin and his wife, Mabel, and together they encouraged others to learn, study, and keep open minds to changing situations.

This award, established in Mervin's honour, is to assist those that show promise in his or her field but require financial assistance in reaching their goals and dreams. The donors are pleased to know that Mervin and Mabel's spirit will live on through this award.

Donor: Janet Holder and Neal Cockshutt

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate new post-secondary student enrolled in Engineering. First preference will be given to a mature student or a lone parent with 
full-time custody.

Criteria: Academic proficiency and demonstrated financial need.

Established 2012

Mervin Holder Encouragement Award

Louise Gorton established this award to ensure financial barriers do not stand in the way of achieving a university degree. This award honours UNBC students with a passion for teaching.

Donor: Louise Gorton

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student entering the Bachelor of Education Program. First preference will be given to a student who demonstrates an 
interest in teaching math or science after graduating.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need and academic proficiency.

Conditions: No student may receive the Gorton Family Scholarship, Gorton Family Bursary, Gorton Family Rural Education Award, Gorton Family Education Award or Gorton Family Award during the same academic year.

Endowed 2020

Gorton Family Education Award

This award was established in honour of Bea Dezell, a long-time resident of Prince George.

Donor: Jim and Noreen Rustad

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Awarded to the full time nursing student who was awarded the bursary of the same name at the College of New Caledonia and is continuing his or her 3rd and 4th 
years of study in the Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NCBNP) at UNBC.

Criteria: Students who have been awarded the Bea Dezell Bursary at CNC and are continuing in the nursing program at UNBC.

Note: This award is renewable for one year subject to the recipient's continued enrolment.

Established 2016

Bea Dezell Bursary

Devin and Lacey Kvist truly understand the importance of education. As Alumni of UNBC themselves, they appreciate the difference an award can have in a student's life and hope to give that opportunity to someone deserving. This award has been established by the Kvist family to assist students who are facing barriers in pursuing an education at UNBC.

Donor: Devin and Lacey Kvist

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full time undergraduate student enrolled in the Nursing or Social Work Program who has completed 60 credit hours and who is facing significant 
challenges and/or financial barriers. First preference will be given to a student who identifies that their hometown lies within the Northern BC region.

Criteria: Satisfactory academic standing.

Application Instructions: All applicants must provide a statement to the Awards and Financial Aid Office outlining why they feel they are eligible for this award.

Effective Date: Established 2018

Kvist Family Award

The Chemistry Award of Excellence has been established to recognize and support outstanding students majoring in Chemistry.

Donor: Anonymous

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student with a declared major in Chemistry. First preference will be given to a student who has completed 30-60 credit hours. Second preference will be given to a student who has completed 61-90 credit hours.

Criteria: Academic excellence.

Endowed 1999

Chemistry Award of Excellence

Miriam Wolfe has established this award in memory of her brother, Earl Johnson. Their relationship with UNBC began in the late 80s as a result of a chance meeting during their summer drive from Oregon to Alaska. She and Earl were having lunch in Prince George and were "accosted" by a group of young people screaming "only five dollars, please, only five dollars". After receiving an explanation of the request, Earl and Miriam were pleased to discover they were playing a part in the birth of UNBC. Twenty-five years later Miriam and Earl, long-time donors, are included as two of the founding '16,000' who signed the petition that made UNBC a reality.

Donor: Miriam L. Wolfe

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student.

Criteria: Academic excellence.

Endowed 2016

Earl Johnson Memorial Scholarship

Joselito (Lito) Arocena (1959-2015) was a founding faculty member and UNBC's first Canada Research Chair, in Soil and Environmental Sciences. Husband, father, mentor, scholar, colleague, and Filipino, Lito was universally loved and is greatly missed by all who knew him. This award was established by his family, friends and UNBC as a tribute to his memory.

Donor: Family and Friends of Dr. Lito Arocena

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full time undergraduate student who has completed 90 credit hours and is pursuing a Bachelor of Science honours or majors degree in one of the 
following: Biology, Environmental Science, Geography, or Natural Resources Management.

Criteria: Academic excellence

Endowed 2016

Dr. Joselito (Lito) Arocena Memorial Scholarship

In 2001 CanWest Global Foundation provided funding to create the CanWest Global Communications Scholarship and Bursary at the University of Northern British Columbia.On December 21,2013 CanWest Global Foundation changed its name to the Asper Family Foundation. The Asper Family Foundation continues to support students in the advancement of communications studies in BC institutions.

Donor: The Asper Family Foundation

Value: $2,000

Number: One
Eligibility: Available to a full-time student with a declared major in northern-specific social science programs (Anthropology, Economics, First Nations Studies, History, International Studies, Northern Studies, Political Science, Women's Studies, Psychology). Preference will be given to First Nations Students and students expressing interest in careers, or pursuing further studies in broadcasting or electronic communications.
Criteria: Financial need and satisfactory academic standing.
Application Instructions: Complete the Career Goals section (outlining your interest in careers, or pursing further studies, in broadcasting or electronic communications) on the Awards Application form.
Endowed 2001

The Asper Bursary

H.B. (Herb) Osen Endowed Bursary. This Bursary has been established by Brian and Jackie Brownridge to recognize a great businessman and friend. Herb Osen was a founding partner of the TOS Insurance Group, based in Burnaby, BC, which he built into one of the premier insurance brokerage firms in Canada. Recognized by colleagues and employees alike as an industry leader, he provided opportunities to all those that worked with him. He established a standard for business ethics that we would all be proud to follow. Following the establishment of the award, Herb Osen and his family, as well as a number of colleagues in the insurance industry, have chosen to enhance this bursary which was endowed in 2000.

Donor: Brian and Jackie Brownridge

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time student enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce Program, having at least 60 credit hours towards their university degree. Preference will be 
given to students demonstrating leadership and community involvement.

Criteria: Academic proficiency with preference to students demonstrating financial need.

Application Instructions: Complete the Community Involvement, Leadership Skills/Experience and Financial Need sections of the Awards Application form.

Established 1999

Endowed 2000

HB (Herb) Osen Endowed Bursary

Established in 1964, Phillips, Hager & North has grown to become one of Canada's leading institutional investment managers, whose clients included corporations, unions, governments, not-for-profit organizations and, of course, universities. Headquartered in British Columbia, PH&N retains a strong affiliation with BC's communities and educational institutions, whose students and graduates have been instrumental in helping to develop the PH&N business, culture and success over time. With this bursary, PH&N is honoured to support higher learning in British Columbia and help each recipient pursue their educational aspirations.

Donor: Phillips, Hager & North

Value: $2,000

Number: One

Eligibility: Available to a full-time undergraduate student.

Criteria: Demonstrated financial need

Note: Should more than one student satisfy the above criteria; final selection will be made on the basis of greatest financial need.

Endowed 1998

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