🎓 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76 – Scholarship Program
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76 in Qualicum Beach is proud to support the educational aspirations of our community’s youth through our annual scholarship program.
💰 Scholarships Available
A total of four scholarships are awarded each year:
- Loven Trust: 2 scholarships of $1,000 each
- Cooper Trust: 2 scholarships of $2,000 each
Applicants may apply for one or both scholarships.
👤 Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a Veteran (as defined below), or
- Be an active member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76
- Reside in the Oceanside Area
Definition of a Veteran
A Veteran is defined as any individual who:
- Is currently serving or has honorably served in the Canadian Armed Forces, Commonwealth, or its wartime allies
- Has served as a regular member of the RCMP
- Has served as a peace officer in a special duty area or on a special duty operation
- Has served in the Merchant Navy or Ferry Command during wartime
🎓 Education & Tenure
Scholarship recipients must be enrolled in full-time study at one of the following in British Columbia:
- Accredited post-secondary institutions
- Recognized vocational schools
- Certified flight schools
✅ Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed based on the following:
- Academic Achievement
- University programs: minimum 80% average
- Vocational programs: minimum 60% average
- Citizenship & Community Involvement
- Demonstrated volunteerism and/or engagement in local activities
📄 Application Process
To be considered, each applicant must submit the following:
- A completed Scholarship Application Form
- A cover letter addressed to the Scholarship Committee outlining:
- Academic achievements
- Extracurricular and community involvement
- Future educational and/or career goals
- Optional: Any additional information supporting your candidacy
- Submit the full application in person to:
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76
180 Veterans Way
Qualicum Beach, BC
Attn: Branch 76 Scholarship Committee
🏅 Selection Process
- All applications will be reviewed by the Branch 76 Scholarship Committee.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
- Final selections are based on a points system evaluating grades, volunteer work, community involvement, and the interview.
Note: Once selected, recipients must provide proof of registration at an eligible institution. Scholarship funds will be sent directly to the school in the recipient’s name. Recipients have one year to claim the award.
📥 How to Apply
Application forms are available:
- In person at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76, 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach
- Online at Application Form
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Based on the number and quality of applications, successful applicants may receive one or both scholarships, for a total of up to $3,000.