Schulich Builders Scholarships are awarded to students enrolling in full-time, certificate and diploma programs within eligible skilled trade fields at participating Ontario colleges. Colleges offer the scholarships in programs with the most in-demand jobs in the skilled trades sector in Ontario. Please note, advanced diploma programs are not eligible for the scholarship. 

In 2024/25 the program will award 120 scholarships with 10 scholarships available at 12 participating colleges. Scholarships are valued at up to $40,000 ($20,000 per academic year), supporting the costs of tuition, living expenses and tools. Schulich Builders will benefit from internal resources at the College to enhance their student experience and assist in their employment within their relevant field in the skilled trades upon graduation. Schulich Builders Scholarships aim to recognize and enable Ontario’s future skilled trade workers, with an annual investment of over $3 million through top Ontario colleges. 

Applications are currently closed. Fill out the form below to be notified of upcoming entrance opportunities. 

 

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Eligibility

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Student in automotive lab, looking under hood of car

Schulich Builders Scholarships are looking for responsible, hardworking, dedicated people who: 

  • Are Canadian citizens; 
  • Meet College admission requirements; 
  • Are enrolling in a full-time, eligible skilled trades program towards a one-year certificate or two-year diploma at a participating college starting in fall 2025. 

Renewal criteria: The only requirement for recipients to keep their scholarship is that they pass each semester (no minimum average is required) and do not drop out of the program or College during full-time study. 

 

Selection Criteria

You must meet the following criteria to be in contention for the scholarship: 

  1. Strong work ethic and character, as evidenced by one letter of recommendation by someone directly connected to you, preferably: 
    • High school staff member 
    • Employer 
    • Co-worker 
    • Community service organization 
  2. Financial need as determined by the College admission department; 
  3. Willingness to act as an ambassador and promote their career choice in the skilled trades and the Schulich Builders program in high schools and community outreach. 
     

 

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Eligible Programs

Program Name Credential
Auto Body Repair Techniques Certificate
Carpentry and Renovation Technician Diploma
Carpentry and Renovation Techniques Certificate
Electrical Techniques Certificate
Electrical Engineering Technician Diploma
Electromechanical Engineering Technician (Co‐op) Diploma
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician (Co-op) Diploma
Manufacturing Engineering Technician Diploma
Mechanical Engineering Technician ‐ CNC/CAM Diploma
Mechanical Engineering Technician‐Industrial Maintenance Diploma
Motive Power Technician (Automotive) Diploma
Motive Power Technician (Diesel) Diploma
Plumbing Techniques Certificate
Pre‐Technology Certificate
Renewable Energies Technician Diploma
Welding Techniques (St. Thomas Campus, Simcoe Campus) Certificate
Welding and Fabrication Technician Diploma
 

For more information about Schulich Builders Scholarships, contact studentawards@fanshawec.ca or visit schulichbuilders.com.