Do you have a child starting a post-secondary program in September? Do they want $500?

Each year, OPC Waterloo distributes a large number of student awards (scholarships but OPC wants us to use “awards”) to the dependents of OPC Waterloo Members.  These awards are funded through a Provincial rebate, but also through our own OPC local funds.  This helps us maximize the number of scholarships that we award. This award is for students attending the first-year univeersity, college, apprenticeship etc)

Step 1: Determine if you or your child is eligible. See the attachment OR read from the OPC awards site.  After this step, the rest should be completed by the student

Step 2: Fill out the OPC student award application form (attached below or OPC application on the OPC website)

Step 3: Complete a written statement of no more than 250 words (or a video), demonstrating their lifelong commitment to learning

Step 4: Provide proof of acceptance to a post-secondary program (e.g. college, university, apprenticeship training, etc )

During the month of June, the committee reviews all applications and reaches out to all applicants (our intent is that all completed applicants that meet the criteria and  receive $500

After you hear back from the committee (near the end of June)

Step 5: Submit Proof. Provide proof of completion of secondary studies

Step 6: Create and add a slide to be shared at an OPC meeting in late August  OPC award winners (3 previous winners as samples)

Step 7: Winners will receive their $500 on or  before Sept 1, 2026