The Canadian Youth Environmental Leadership Scholarship will contribute to the
advancement of new ideas and new ways of thinking when it comes to protecting
the environment by supporting students who demonstrate a commitment to
leadership and the environment. The Scholarship will be awarded to two Canadian
students who have completed at least two years of an undergraduate program and
who best combine academic achievement with public environmental service.
Scholarship details:
Each scholarship recipient will be awarded $5,000
Paid summer employment at either Cenovus Energy, The Delphi Group, ARC,
or other sponsoring organizations for first and second place finalists
Mentorship opportunities
Invitations (and possible stipends) to annual gatherings, networking
opportunities and events
Application process:
Applicants
Submit your application and nomination form by November 30, 2012
by mail or email to Canadian Youth Environmental Leadership Scholarship
(details on application and nomination forms)
Provide a short, 500 word essay outlining your passion for the environment;
activities regarding environmental leadership, protection, and learning; as
well as your future career plans
Include a brief resume outlining your involvement in environmental protection,
conservation and advocacy activities
Include a nomination letter from your dean, another faculty representative
or community leader
Nominators:
Complete the nomination form
Provide an explanation of the leadership and/or innovation the student has
shown in their studies or community work with regard to environmental
knowledge and protection
Selection process:
Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview by a committee of
employees from participating sponsor companies
The committee will select the first and second place finalists based on the best
combination of academic success and public environmental service – action,
advocacy, and volunteer activities
Scholarship recipients will be announced by March 2013
Qualifications
Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or landed immigrants
studying at a Canadian university or college
Applicants must have completed at least two years of an undergraduate program
Applicants must demonstrate dedication and leadership in the community and
a commitment to tackle environmental issues.