Youth Resources
Below are information and resources for youth including online education resources, funding opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and more.
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Georgetown University Final Exam Guide
Georgetown University's Academic Resource Center has prepared some general tips, study strategies and test anxiety resources for university students during final exams. Website: https://academicsupport.georgetown.edu/final-exam-preparation/
The Lambda Foundaton
The Lambda Foundation is a Canadian charity organization that strives to create more possibilities for the LGBTQ+ community by offering awards and scholarships. They have partnered with universities across Canada including the University of Victoria, University of...
LOUD Scholarships
The LOUD (Leadership, Opportunity, Unity, Diversity) Foundation is providing scholarships worth $2500 to people who self identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants must be enrolled, currently studying or have completed a program in the last 12 months in a...
Indspire bursaries, scholarships, and awards for Indigenous students
Indspire offers various scholarships and bursaries for First Nations, Inuit and Métis students enrolled in post-secondary education. Since 2004, Indspire has provided over $115 million in financial support. Application deadlines: February 1, August 1, and November 1...
BCAAFC funding for Indigenous students
The BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres has multiple funding opportunities available for Indigenous students. The Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) provides funding First Nations students who are BC residents and are ineligible for funding...
Indigenous Bursaries Search Tool
Access over 600 bursaries for Indigenous students in one place with the Indigenous Bursaries Search Tool. The list can be filtered by location, field of study, and Aboriginal group. Application deadline: Varies by bursary...
Volunteering for Sanctuary Youth Shelter
Sanctuary Youth Shelter is a drop-in day shelter for youth, currently offering showers, laundry, hot meals and non-perishable food Friday-Sunday 3-8:30 pm. Though most normal volunteer activity has stopped due to COVID-19, Sanctuary is looking for volunteers to bring...
Victoria Women’s Transition House Society
Victoria Women's Transition House Society recruits volunteers on an ongoing basis. Volunteers are able to choose which tasks they would like to help with, including childcare, housework, cleaning, and sorting donations. Location: Victoria Application deadline: Ongoing...
Volunteer at Burnside Gorge Community Association
The Burnside Gorge Community Association is looking for volunteers to fill ongoing positions on their website. Location: Victoria Application deadline: Unspecified More information: https://burnsidegorge.ca/volunteer/