Merit Award Bursary Program

Merit Award Bursary Program

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Merit is committed to empowering youth of all abilities to pursue advancement through education and to contribute to their communities, through equitable access for those who do not have the required emotional and financial supports to succeed. Established in 1995, directed by a volunteer board of 12, and supported by a volunteer community of over 150 active individuals, the Merit Award Bursary Pr

04/24/2026

Shoutout to our incredible volunteers who helped us deliver a fantastic Bowling for Bursaries event April 22 🎉

As we close out Volunteer Appreciation Week, we want to say a sincere thank you to all of our Merit Award volunteers.

Your dedication, compassion, and generosity make this work possible. Because of you, our community continues to grow, and more young people feel supported in reaching their goals.

We appreciate you not just this week, but all year long.🙌

12/31/2025

As this year comes to a close and a new one begins, gratitude sits at the heart of everything we do.

Because of your generosity, students are able to keep going, stay focused, and pursue goals that may have once felt uncertain. The impact of your support carries forward, shaping not just this year, but the years ahead.

Support the next group of Merit scholars before midnight and double your impact at meritaward.ca/donate

12/30/2025

There’s just one day left to extend the impact of your generosity.

Every gift to the Merit Award is being matched until midnight on December 31. Your support helps open doors to education, eases financial pressure, and creates real opportunity for students who are working hard to build their future.

Give today at meritaward.ca/donate

12/29/2025

Moments like this reflect what donor support makes possible.

Through the Merit Award, students like Oluwafayotomi are able to reach meaningful milestones and take meaningful steps toward their goals.

Thank you for helping turn potential into achievement and creating opportunities that last well beyond graduation.

Donations will be matched for 2 more days at meritaward.ca/donate

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