Mon Sheong is selecting 2 recipients for the Golden Jubilee Scholarship. Each recipient will receive $1,000 per year for the duration of their studies, up to a maximum of 4 years (subject to renewal requirements).

The award is open to all students who are:

1. Graduating from an Ontario high school or CEGEP with a minimum average of 80% among their top 6 Grade 12 or CEGEP marks;
2. Enrolled full-time in a degree or diploma program at a recognized publicly funded Canadian university or college beginning Fall 2024; and
3. Aspiring to make a difference in their communities.

Our Awards Committee (made up of current or former professors) will evaluate and consider applicants for the scholarship based on their:

• Academic standing
• Volunteering and community involvement
• Leadership
• Character
• Aspiration to make a difference

All applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Note: If your final report card is not available yet, we will accept all unofficial transcripts, OUAC, and myBluePrint marks. Final report cards must be submitted when they become available.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 10, 2024

As a charitable organization, we particularly value the impact of volunteerism and are interested in how you have taken the initiative to create change. We want to hear your story and what you have to offer.

Award winners will be required to attend a special presentation and networking event with current Scholarship recipients in August.

Applications will be submitted online. A completed application will include the online application form and a PDF attachment:

• Personal Information
• Academic Information
• Volunteering and Community Involvement
  • This may include any volunteer experience, extracurricular activities, and leadership roles. As a charitable organization, we particularly value the impact of volunteerism and are interested in how you have taken the initiative to create change.
  • Voluntary involvement will be reviewed based on the number of hours and the quality of participation.

• Short Essay
  • In no more than 500 words, answer: How would you like to make a difference? What motivates you to create this change? And how do you plan on making this happen?
  • This is where you can show us your individuality. We want to hear your story and what you have to offer. You will be evaluated based on your passion and persuasiveness, ability to communicate, and aspirations to make a difference.

PDF Attachment

• Relevant Report Cards
  • This includes all final report cards with information about your top 6 grade 12 courses.
• Reference Letter
  • Please enclose a reference letter (maximum of 2 pages) from someone who would be able to describe your attributes as a scholar, leader, and contributor to the community.
• Applicant’s Declaration and Signature
  • Complete the Applicant’s Declaration and Signature page included in the information package.

2024 Recipients

Sarina Cheng

University of Western Ontario
Business and Computer Sciences
Bayview Secondary School

”It is no secret that university—especially business school—can get expensive fast. I am immensely grateful to the Mon Sheong Foundation for alleviating the financial burden of my education and enabling me to continue my community service.“

Edward Huang

University of Waterloo
Computing and Financial Management
St. Robert Catholic High School

“As I embark on my journey in Computer Science and Finance, I am honored to receive the prestigious Golden Jubilee Scholarship. This support will enable me to advance my academic and extracurricular pursuits at the University of Waterloo. With the backing of the Mon Sheong Foundation, I aim to continue researching innovative ways AI can enhance health management and inspire future students to make a positive impact on the world.”

2023 Recipients

Caleb Lo

University of British Columbia
Business and Computer Sciences
Millikens Mills High School

“With the support of Mon Sheong’s scholarship to alleviate any financial burden, I can confidently focus on my academics, projects, and career throughout university. And most importantly, I want to thank the foundation for recognizing my work in community service and furthering my ambitions to continue to create greater impact!”

Susan Zhou

Queen’s University
Bachelor of Health Sciences
The Woodlands Secondary School

“As I enter my first year of Health Sciences at Queen’s University, the Mon Sheong Golden Jubilee Scholarship will empower me to continue on my plan pursuing a career in medicine. I am beyond grateful to receive this scholarship as it removes a significant financial burden and will be used to fund my education. With the support of the Mon Sheong Foundation, I hope to continue my volunteer work at The Bloom Red Project and my passion for helping at-risk women and youth in my community. ”

2022 Recipients

2021 Recipients

2020 Recipients

2019 Recipients

2018 Recipients

2017 Recipients

2016 Recipients