Scholarships

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible to apply students must be a: 

  1. Descendant of the Underground Railroad or Historically Black Canadian Communities (African Nova Scotians, Historically Black Albertans etc.)
  2. Graduating from a Windsor-Essex High school entering into a Post Secondary Program (Apprenticeship, College, University etc)

How to Apply


Student will be asked to provide 

  • High school transcript (final)
  • Letter(s) of references (coach, volunteer coordinator, teacher, guidance counselor, principal etc.)
  • Brief family history to explain Underground Railroad family connection(s)
  • Proof of offer of admission into post secondary institution/program (apprenticeship, college, university etc)
  • Personal statement (extra curricular activities, community service, career aspirations, 

Apply Today!


Applications are available via Google Forms. Click the link below to be taken directly to the 2024 Hour-A-Day Study Club Scholarship and Bursary Application