This $5,100 bursary for continuing education is awarded to a Grade 11 student who lives on Salt Spring Island. A student must be nominated by a teacher or community member who knows them well; self-nominations are not accepted. The recipient will have the option to receive support from the Salt Spring Literacy Society in planning, budgeting, and applying for their educational goals.

Eligibility

  • This bursary will be given to a student who:
  • Has shown the ability to overcome life’s challenges
  • Is dedicated to community and school
  • Exhibits a strong sense of responsibility and caring
  • Inspires others
  • Approaches life with a positive mindset
  • Resides on Salt Spring Island
  • Has financial need in pursuing post-secondary education

Nomination Letters

Nominators should explain how they know the applicant, in what capacity, and for what length of time. They should state why the student is a strong candidate for the bursary, speaking directly to the above criteria, and outlining why the student requires support and encouragement with their continuing education. The nominator should include their contact information (including email address, if any). The bursary recipient must be unrelated to Salt Spring Literacy Society board members or staff.

Submissions

  • By email to bursaries@saltspringliteracy.org. Letters received by email will be confirmed by email.
  • In person at the Salt Spring Literacy Office located at: Room 4, Salt Spring Island Multi Space (SIMS, former middle school) 124 Rainbow Rd. Salt Spring Island, Tuesday through Friday noon to 4pm
  • By mail to PO Box 228, STN Ganges, Salt Spring Island, BC VBK 2V9

Disbursement

A cheque for $100 will be awarded to the student when the bursary recipient is announced and can be picked up at the Salt Spring Literacy office. After graduating from Grade 12 with a BC Certificate of Graduation, $2,500 will be paid each year for the first two years of continuing education to the recipient once proof of registration is provided to the Salt Spring Literacy Society. The bursary can be deferred for up to 2 years after graduation from high school.

DEADLINE MONDAY MAY 4, 2026

Questions

Please contact Salt Spring Literacy at (250) 537-9717 or bursaries@saltspringliteracy.org.