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Applicant Information

Where supporting documents are required, they should be sent to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing by the date indicated, in care of Student Services.

Student Services
Suite 130, 155 College Street
Toronto, Ontario M5T 1P8

OSOTF, OSOTF II, and OTSS awards are a class of awards offered through the Ontario Student Opportunity Trust Fund. They are intended to assist students in financial need, which must be demonstrated by the completion of the Award Application Form. Not all awards are offered every year.

Applicants for admission will be considered for all Admission and Admission/In-Course Awards with the completion of one Award Application Form. You may address specific award criteria in the last section of the application where you outline your academic, professional, and personal interests and achievements.

Current students applying for In-Course or Graduating Awards may also use one Award Application Form unless otherwise indicated. References may also be required for some awards. Please address specific award criteria in the last section of the application where you outline your academic, professional, and personal interests and achievements.

Application Form

This application form is for current BScN students to apply for internal awards and fellowships at the Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing:

2012/2013 Award & Fellowship Application

2012/2013 Departmental Award Reference Form

Students applying to enter the BScN program should visit the Prospective Student pages for information about internal awards.

Admission Awards

Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals of Ontario Education Foundation
Admission Scholarship

Donor: The Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals (Ontario) Education Foundation

Awarded to a student entering the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Application due: February 15
Documents required: Award Application Form

GlaxoSmithKline - Diabetes Scholarship – OSOTF II

Donor: GlaxoSmithKline

To be awarded to a student entering the undergraduate nursing program. The candidate(s) will have a minimum of a “B” average, demonstrated financial need, and reside in the province of Ontario. Preference will be given to those students who can demonstrate an interest in diabetes. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value:                                   Annual Income
Application due:                     February 15
Documents required:              Award Application Form

Joyce Oldfield Cale Undergraduate Award (OSOTF)

Donor: Ms Susan Girard, daughter of Ms Joyce Oldfield Cale

Awarded on the basis of financial need to a student entering the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Academic merit will also be considered. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   February 15
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Kathleen Russell Admission Scholarship

Donor: Ms Elsie Watt

Awarded to the student entering the undergraduate program in the Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing ranked highest by the Admissions Committee.

Application not required

Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing Undergraduate Admission Award (OSOTF)

Donor: Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing Annual Fund

Awarded on the basis of financial need to a student entering the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Academic merit will also be considered. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value:                                 Annual Income
Application due:                   February 15
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Manuel and Anne Belle Pusitz Admission Scholarship

Donor: Manuel and Anne Belle Pusitz Trust Fund

Awarded to the student(s) entering the undergraduate program who is (are) ranked highest by the Admissions Committee, contingent upon enrolment in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Application not required

Margaret A. Pringle Undergraduate Award (OSOTF)

Donor: Dr. Dorothy Pringle, sister of Ms Margaret A. Pringle

Awarded on the basis of financial need to a student entering the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Academic merit will also be considered. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Application due: February 15
Documents required: Award Application Form

Nursing Annual Fund Undergraduate Admission Award (OSOTF)

Donor: Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing Annual Fund

Awarded to student(s) entering the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program on the basis of financial need. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value:                                    Annual fund income
Application due:                      February 15
Documents required:               Award Application Form

Seymour Schulich Awards in Nursing (OTSS)

To be awarded to full time undergraduate students on the basis of financial need, Ontario residency, and on academic merit. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Application due: February 15
Documents required: Award Application Form

Admission/In-Course Awards

Bluma Appel and Jeannie Butler Undergraduate Awards in Nursing (OTSS)

Donor: Bluma Appel in honour of Jeannie Butler

To be awarded to full-time undergraduate student(s) on the basis of financial need and merit. Applications open to new and in-course students.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   February 15 for entering students
                                          May 15 for in-course students
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Christine Powell Memorial Undergraduate Award

Donor: Faculty and Friends

To be awarded to an undergraduate student based on academic achievement, interpersonal ability, and class citizenship, defined as a student available and willing to assist classmates to succeed as a nurse.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   February 15 for entering students
                                          May 15 for in-course students
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Dr. Julie Khanna and Dr. Sheetal Sapra Undergraduate Award in Nursing

Donor: Employees and Friends of ICLS

To be awarded to an undergraduate student based on academic achievements and financial need. Preference will be given to in-course students.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   February 15 for entering students
                                          May 15 for in-course students
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Faculty of Nursing Class of 5T8 Award

Donor: Alumni

To be awarded to full-time undergraduate student(s) or graduate student on the basis of financial need and academic merit. Applications open to new and in-course students.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   February 15 for entering students
                                          May 15 for in-course students
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Julia Alice Saddington Memorial Award in Nursing

Donor: Estate of Harold Saddington

Awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student(s) on the basis of financial need and academic merit.

Value:                                 Annual income
Application due:                   February 15 for entering students
                                          May 15 for in-course students

Documents required:            Award Application Form

Mary B. Willet Nursing Award (OTSS)

Donor: Estate of Mary B. Willet

To be awarded to full-time undergraduate student(s) on the basis of financial need and merit. The students must also demonstrate financial need and reside in the Province of Ontario.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   February 15 for entering students
                                          May 15 for in-course students
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Nel and Arthur Deverell Nursing Scholarships (OSOTF)

Donor: Nel and Arthur Deverell Trust

Awards to four students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program on the basis of financial need. High achievement will also be considered. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   February 15 for entering students
                                          May 15 for in-course students
Documents required:            Award Application Form

University of Toronto Women's Association Undergraduate Award in Nursing

Donor: University of Toronto Women's Association

Awarded to an undergraduate student(s) on the basis of financial need.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   February 15 for entering students
                                          May 15 for in-course students
Documents required:            Award Application Form

In-Course Awards

Alice Gentili Memorial Scholarship

Donor: Dr. Fred Gentili

Awarded to a second year full-time student on the basis of academic standing, financial need, and demonstrated interest in neurology.

Application due: May 15
Documents required: Award Application Form

City of Toronto Queen Elizabeth II Sesquicentennial Scholarship in Community Health Nursing (OSOTF)

Donor: City of Toronto

Open to students completing the first year of the second-entry two year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Preference may be given to candidates proficient in a language besides English and whose interest is to work with multicultural families.

Application due:                     June 30

Contact:                                Office of Admissions and Awards
                                            University of Toronto
                                            172 St. George Street
                                            Toronto, Ontario M5R 0A3

Clare Scanlan Scholarship (OSOTF II)

Donor: The family of Clare Scanlan

Awarded to a student entering the senior year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, who has demonstrated outstanding extracurricular involvement and/or leadership in community and/or university activities. Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15. If selected, award will be paid at the start of Year 2. The student must also demonstrate financial need and reside in the Province of Ontario. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value: Annual fund income
Application due: May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:

Award Application Form
A letter of reference

Deborah Dewar Nursing Scholarship for Community Leadership

Donor: Friends and family of Deborah Dewar

Awarded to an undergraduate student(s) on the basis of financial need. Preference will be given to a student(s) who has illustrated a commitment to community and leadership qualities.

Value:                                               Annual fund income
Application due:                                 May 15
Documents required:                          Award Application Form

Edwin Chau Memorial Scholarship

Donor: Dr. Grace Bradley, in memory of her father, Mr. Edwin Chau

To be awarded each year to a student in Year 2 who is committed to the care of patients of any age with debilitating chronic illness. Students should apply in Year 2 by May 15. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value: Annual fund income
Application due: May 15
Documents required:

Award Application Form
Two letters of reference from faculty members who have taught the student in a clinical setting. The letters of reference must assess the student's interest and demonstrated skills in working with patients with debilitating chronic illnesses.

Florence Emory Prize

Donor: Athol L. Cherry Bequest

Awarded to the student with the highest standing entering Year 2 of undergraduate study in the Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Application not required

Julia Alice Saddington Memorial Scholarship

Donor: Mr. Harold Saddington in memory of his wife

Awarded to a full time student entering Year 2 of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program who has:

1. high academic achievement in courses related to community health;
2. demonstrated strong community practice skills; and,
3. a strong interest in pursuing a career in community health nursing.

Value: Annual fund income
Application not required

Kathleen Sally Syme Scholarship Fund

Donor: Estate of Kathleen Sally Syme

Awarded to students in the senior year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing who have demonstrated leadership in extra-curricular activities related to nursing and/or university activities. Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15. If selected, award will be paid at the start of Year 2. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value: Annual fund income
Application due: May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:

Award Application Form
One letter of reference which attests to the candidate's leadership abilities as outlined above
A one-page statement outlining the candidate's suitability for this award

M. Jean Wilson In-Course Scholarship

Donor: Ms M. Jean Wilson, former Undergraduate Program Chair

Awarded to a student entering Year 2 of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program who has carried a regular course load and has the highest academic standings in the first year of the program.

Value: Annual fund income
Application not required

Manuel and Anne Belle Pusitz In-Course Scholarships

Donor: Manuel and Anne Belle Pusitz Trust Fund

Awarded in Year 2 for excellent academic achievement in Year 1 of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, and contingent upon re-enrolment in the second year.

Value: Annual fund income
Application not required

Marie Agnes Smith Scholarship Fund (OSOTF II)

Donor: Estate of Ms Marie Agnes Smith

Awarded to two or more students with outstanding academic achievement in the undergraduate program leading towards a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15. If selected, award will be paid at the start of Year 2. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

The students must also demonstrate financial need and reside in the Province of Ontario.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Marion Tresidder Barter Scholarship (OSOTF II)

Donor: Estate of Ms Marie Agnes Smith

Awarded to a student in Year 2 of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, who has demonstrated an interest in community health nursing through prior work in this area or a letter of reference from a nursing faculty member. Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15. If selected, award will be paid at the start of Year 2. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

The students must also demonstrate financial need and reside in the Province of Ontario.

Value: Annual fund income
Application due: May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:

Award Application Form
One letter of reference from an employer or faculty member which attests to the candidate's suitability as outlined above

Mary Isobel Upson Trust (OSOTF II)

Donor: Estate of Ms Margaret L. Giffen

Awarded to four or more students with outstanding achievement in the undergraduate program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

The students must also demonstrate financial need and reside in the Province of Ontario.
Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15.

Value:                             Annual fund income
Application due:               May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:        Award Application Form

Mildred Claire Pratt Undergraduate Nursing Scholarship (OSOTF)

Donor: Estate of Ms Mildred Claire Pratt

Awarded on the basis of financial need to student(s) who:

has/have completed the first year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in good standing, and
has/have an aptitude for listening as evidenced by demonstration of a) deeply attuned listening skills, and b) attentive listening to clients and colleagues.

Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15. If selected, award will be paid at the start of Year 2. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value: Annual fund income
Application due: May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:

Award Application Form
One letter of reference from a faculty member

Nursing Undergraduate Leadership Award (OSOTF)

Donor: 1996-97 Nursing Undergraduate Society (NUS)

Awarded equally to two undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need and leadership through involvement in extracurricular activities in the Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, the University, and/or the community at large. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15. If selected, award will be paid at the start of Year 2.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Perinatal Nurses of Southern Ontario Undergraduate Award in Women's Health (OSOTF)

Donor: Perinatal Nurses of Southern Ontario and Nursing Annual Fund

Awarded to a student who has:

financial need;
completed Year 1 of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and is in good standing; and,
demonstrated strong interest in women's health.

Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15. If selected, award will be paid at the start of Year 2. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Value: Annual fund income
Application due: May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:

Award Application Form
Two reference letters from faculty members

Zindart Undergraduate Award for Nursing Care of Children

Donor: Education Foundation: The Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals (Ontario)

Awarded to a student who demonstrates academic and clinical excellence in the nursing care of children. Students should apply in Year 1 by May 15. If selected, award will be paid at the start of Year 2. Apply to Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Application due: May 15 - Apply in Year 1
Documents required:

Award Application Form
One letter of reference from a faculty member

Awards for Graduating Students

Dorothy Riddell Scholarship (OSOTF II)

Donor: Dorothy Riddell

Awarded to a student in the second year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, who will be pursuing graduate education in the Department of Nursing Science. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing. Students should apply at the end of Year 2, if they have also applied and been admitted to the MN program at the Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

The student must also demonstrate financial need and reside in the Province of Ontario.

Value:                                 Annual fund income
Application due:                   June 1
Documents required:            Award Application Form

Kathleen Russell Memorial Scholarship Fund (OSOTF II)

Donor: Ms Elsie Watt, Faculty, Staff, Alumni and Friends

Awarded to a student in the second year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, who will be pursuing graduate education in the Department of Nursing Science. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing. Students should apply at the end of Year 2, if they have also applied and been admitted to the MN program at the Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

The student must also demonstrate financial need and reside in the Province of Ontario.

Value:                                         Annual fund income
Application due:                           June 1
Documents required:                    Award Application Form

M. Jean Wilson Scholarship for Graduating Student

Donor: Ms M. Jean Wilson, former Undergraduate Program Chair

Awarded to a student graduating from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program who has carried a regular course load and has the highest academic standings in the final year.

Value: Annual fund income
Application not required

Nancy Coles Blackburn Memorial Scholarship (OSOTF)

Donor: Ms Dorothy Coles

Awarded each year to student(s) in the graduating year.

Candidates must:

have financial need;
have ranked in the upper half of the final year class but not necessarily have carried a full course load; and
have demonstrated excellence in community health nursing.

Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing. Students should apply at the end of Year 2.

Value: Annual fund income
Application due: June 1
Documents required:

Award Application Form
Two letters of reference, one from a teacher in community health nursing and one from either a member of the teaching faculty in the Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing or a nurse from a community agency.

Nora J. Greenslade Prize

Donor: The Rev. Stanley H. Greenslade and Family

Awarded to a student with outstanding achievement in the final year who has demonstrated the pursuit of excellence in both the academic and clinical areas.

Value: Annual fund income
Application not required

Bursaries

Applications, based on financial need, are accepted throughout the year. Apply to the Chair, Awards Committee, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.

Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing Alumni Bursaries:

James H. Rattray Memorial Bursaries
For a Bachelor of Science in Nursing student who demonstrates financial need.

University of Toronto Undergraduate Grant
Awarded on the basis of financial need. The application form for all the bursaries listed above is available in the Student Affairs Office, Room 130, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing or at http://www.adm.utoronto.ca/adm-awards/html/financial aid/undergraduategrantapp.pdf

Students need only complete one form, and will be considered for funding from the appropriate source.

University of Toronto Awards

Information on awards available from the University of Toronto is available at the website: adm.utoronto.ca/awd/schp_index.htm