Reminder: Important Upcoming Dates
- October 13 – Thanksgiving ( school not in session)
- October 14 – PAC Meeting 7 pm
- October 14 – Launch of BMD Purdy’s Fundraiser
- October 16 – Great BC Shakeout 10:15 am
- October 22 – UVIC Engineering and Computer Science Presentation 9:15 – 11:30
- October 23 – Photo Retake Day
- October 24 – Pro D Day – Students not in session
Career Centre Information
Sports Updates
Congratulations to Peyton Hammond who is currently representing Canada at the WDF World Cup for Darts in South Korea, he has reached the finals and defeated one of Europe’s top-ranked players to advance.
The Latest from the Dawg Pound
- JV Football made a statement with their 42-14 win over John Barsby!
- Varsity Football won 28-6 over Langley on Friday!
- Sr Boys Tier 2 Soccer team took down SMUS 4-1!
- Jr Girls Vball went 7-1 in the VIU Tournament, placing 9th!
- Jr Girls Gr 9 Vball came in 6th in their pool during their Camosun Tournament!
- Jr and Sr Boys Vball both had strong showings in their games last week!
- Sr Girls Tier 1 Vball went 5-1 in the Camosun Tournament!
Game of the Week
- Sr Girls Tier 1 Vball make their home debut Tuesday night at the Dawg Pound!
| Wednesday, Oct 8th | ||
| Sr Boys Vball | @ Spectrum 6pm | |
| Thursday, Oct 9th | ||
| Junior Varsity Football | @ Belmont 2pm | |
| Sr Boys Tier 1 Soccer | @ Reynolds (Barefoot) 3:15pm | |
| Sr Boys Tier 2 Soccer | @ Spectrum (Layritz) 3:00pm | |
| Jr Boys Vball | @ Reynolds 3:45pm | |
| Jr Girls Vball | @ Vic High 3:45pm | |
| Cross Country | Race @ Beaver Lake 3:45pm | |
| Friday, Oct 10th | ||
| Varsity Football | @ Notre Dame | |
| Junior Boys Vball | @ VIU Tournament | |
| Senior Boys Vball | @ VIU Tournament | |
Scholarship Information
October and November Scholarship Information and Deadlines:
The Loran Scholars Foundation
Students who are dedicated to serving others, show promise of leadership and have integrity, courage, compassion, grit and a high level of personal autonomy are encouraged to apply. Applicants are eligible for one of 34 Loran Awards (each valued at $100,000 over four years of undergraduate studies), or one of 104 finalist/provincial awards ($5,000 or $2,000 each, respectively) to promising candidates.
Eligibility criteria
- Be entering university for the first time in September 2026.
- Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%.
- Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
- Emphasis on character, service, and leadership.
Awards:
Renewable for up to four years, with a total value of $100,000, each Loran Award includes:
- Some include an annual stipend of $11,000
- A matching tuition waiver from one of 25 partner universities
- Personal mentorship from a Canadian leader
- Access to our network and up to $14,000 in funding for summer work experiences in three different sectors
- An orientation expedition through Algonquin Park
- Annual retreats and scholar gatherings
- Lifelong membership with values-driven individuals
They also grant approximately 95 provincial and territorial awards to promising candidates who are not selected as Loran Scholars.
(From LORAN website)
Please note: No school nomination is required to apply for this award anymore.
For more information and to start the rigorous application process now – Click Here and Click Here
Deadline: Applications are open until October 16, 2025, at noon ET
Tom Finnie Indigenous Trades Bursary
This bursary is in memory of Tom Finnie and in recognition of his commitment to his community and the communities he served. Students wishing to be considered for one of the bursaries will need confirm that they are of indigenous ancestry and are entering a trades program within 2 years of receiving the award. Six bursaries are awarded within BC in the amount of $2,500 each.
Deadline: October 17th, 2025
To apply – Click Here
TD Scholarships for Community Leadership
Twenty scholarships, valued up to $70,000 each, are offered to students across Canada who are in their final year of high school, have a minimum overall grade of 75% in their most recently completed school year, and have demonstrated outstanding community leadership. Applicants are students who show exceptional initiative, make a meaningful and lasting difference in their community , support change, nurture progress, and contribute to making the world a better place. (From TD Website)
Deadline: October 22, 2025
To apply – Click Here
Ken Michel Memorial Scholarship for Carpentry
This $1000 scholarship is exclusive to Indigenous students from BC who are interested in studying Carpentry at the post-secondary level. You also must create a Scholar Tree account to access it.
Deadline: October 26, 2024 (Midnight)
To Apply – Click Here
Vancouver Island University (VIU) President’s and Chancellor’s Entrance Scholarships
Students endorsements are completed and submitted by school Principals. Schools may submit one nomination for the President’s and one nomination for the Chancellor’s scholarships if there are qualifying students for each.
Deadline: October 30th, 2025
To Apply – Click Here and Here
West Gen Education Awards
WestGen’s Education Awards are available to post-secondary students from Western Canada who are pursuing studies in agriculture or veterinary medicine. Applicants must be a WestGen member or son/daughter of a WestGen member. Four $2000.00 awards are offered each fall.
Deadline: October 31st, 2025
To apply – Click Here
Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore
The Westshore Soroptimist International Club will provide three Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women of $1500 each to assist women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families. In addition, the Give Her Wings Award of $1500 will be available for a woman with no dependents.
Deadline: November 15th, yearly
For Information or to Apply for “Give her Wings Award”- Click Here
For Information or to Apply for “Live Your Dreams Award” – Click Here
Grade 12 Scholarship Information
Information for Grade 12 Parents: Student Transcript Services and Education Planner BC
Students are going over Education Planner BC and Student Transcript Services in their Career Life Connections 12 classes. The following slides are meant to help students and parents navigate the process of applications to post-secondary schools in British Columbia. Please have students connect with their Career Life Connections 12 teacher or the Career Centre if they need support!
STUDENT TRANSCRIPT SERVICES
Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1B08SPZ4xVONl6tbnekvsyNrUDb8AZJD36DWI3iqZUxg/edit?usp=sharing
Website: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/transcripts-and-certificates
EDUCATION PLANNER BC:
Slides:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1clxpYCPMotIzJWS2Fp5lRJZNxrxIcpEPYYUw8E2NCTo/edit?usp=sharing
Website: https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/
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