What bursaries and scholarships are available to help pay for college or university?

The Children’s Aid Foundation of Ottawa offers the Dare2Dream bursary to current and former youth in care. Find out more about this bursary, like who is eligible and how to apply.
The Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada offers the Ted Rogers Entrance Scholarship to current and former youth in care. Find out more about the scholarship.
If you were in care before the age of 18, you likely have a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) in your name. Have a look at the guide on accessing your RESP.
There are lots of other bursaries and scholarships out there. Talk to your guidance counsellor at school to hear about more, or Google “Grants + Bursaries + Scholarships + Ontario” and you may find other options.

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