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Open to graduate students living anywhere in Canada
MetSoc Doctoral Student Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$4,000 (1 available) plus travel expenses
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Full-time doctoral candidates in their second, third or fourth year of study who are pursuing degrees in metallurgy, materials engineering or related fields are eligible for a scholarship.
MetSoc Sustainability Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$5,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
To be eligible the candidate should be registered in a Master’s or Ph.D. program during the entire current academic year in a Canadian university.
MetSoc Masters Student Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available) plus travel expenses
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Full-time Master’s students in their first year of study who are pursuing degrees in metallurgy, materials engineering or related fields are eligible for a scholarship.
MetSoc Pyrometallurgy Graduate Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
The candidate should be registered in a Master’s or Ph.D. program in the field of pyrometallurgy during the current academic year in a Canadian university.
Hydrometallurgy Ernest Peters Master's Award
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
The candidate should be registered in a Master’s (M.Sc., M.Eng., M.A.Sc.) program in the field of hydrometallurgy during the entire academic year in a Canadian university.
Gordon M. Ritcey Award
Deadline:
March—click on More information for exact date
Amount:
$,3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
Candidates should be registered in a graduate program in the field of hydrometallurgy at a Canadian University
Edward Melville (Ed) Patton Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
2 instalments of $2,500 each
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
This scholarship is open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member enrolled at any Canadian university whose current project, research or thesis has been or is related to maintenance and reliability issues in the mining industry. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Community involvement and extracurricular activities should be highlighted.
The CIM MER Graduate Student Research Excellence Award
Deadline:
Applications can be received at all times
Amount:
$2,500 (1)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any student who is registered in a graduate program at a post-secondary institution and who has written a paper that makes an original, possibly innovative, but definitely excellent contribution to the body of knowledge concerning the topics of maintenance, engineering or reliability in the mineral industry.
Minerals Science and Engineering Student Award
Deadline:
Click on More info
Amount:
Travel to support a brief four to six day visit to various places of work (a metallurgical testing laboratory, an engineering firm, and an operating site). The award will cover airfare, accommodations, and a per diem for meals.
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Applicants must be an undergraduate (in their second year or more) or a graduate student (in the first two years of study) enrolled in a science or engineering program at a Canadian university.
Best Pyrometallurgy Student Oral Presentation
Deadline:
Click on More info
Amount:
$500
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Students who submit an abstract for the Pyrometallurgy Symposium at COM are automatically included in this competition for their chance to win a prize of $500CAD and a certificate.
Students must be enrolled in a relevant University program (undergraduate or graduate levels). Abstracts accepted for oral presentation must be presented in person at the Conference of Metallurgists.
Open to graduate students living in the specified province
Grad Studies Award
Deadline:
Contact vancouver@cim.org
Amount:
$2,000 (3 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Vancouver Branch
Eligibility:
Contest open to all earth science and mineral engineering related graduate students in the first year of a M.A.Sc, M.Sc or Ph.D program in the Greater Vancouver area. Please see award announcement for application details. The successful applicants are selected by a panel of experts from the CIM Vancouver branch.
Contact vancouver@cim.org
Wolfgang Stoeterau Memorial Scholarship (aka C.I.M.M. Saskatoon Section, Geology Division Scholarship)
Deadline:
N/A
Amount:
$1,250 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Saskatoon GeoSection
Eligibility:
Awarded to a graduate student (M.Sc. or PhD candidate) in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan whose research is relevant to the resource industry in Saskatchewan, with a preference to the mining industry. Preference is also given to students working on Saskatchewan-based projects. Although there is no formal application process, students under consideration for the award may be contacted for CVs., as selected by the faculty contact in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan, and approved by the department head. The selected individual has to give a presentation on their research to the CIM Saskatoon Geosection at one of their lunchtime meetings.
No formal application procedures. Short-listed candidates will be notified.
CIM Saskatoon Branch Dependent Children and Student Member Scholarship Program
Deadline:
February—Click on More info for exact date
Amount:
T.B.D
Sponsor:
CIM Saskatoon Branch
Eligibility:
Open to student members, Indigenous students, and dependent children of professional members of the CIM Saskatoon Branch enrolled in a 2-year(+) program leading to formal qualification from a recognized post-secondary educational institute (graduate student members are eligible to apply once; students on internships not eligible). Recipients must attend the CIM Saskatoon Branch meeting in March to receive the scholarship. Undergraduate students may only receive this award once every two years to a maximum of 2 times. Student members must have attended at least three CIM Saskatoon Branch meetings.
Bernie Schnieders Memorial
Deadline:
End of January, may vary
Amount:
$2,950
Sponsor:
Administered by Lakehead University; CIM Thunder Bay Branch contributes $1,000 annually
Eligibility:
Open to full-time students enrolled in M.Sc. Geology at Lakehead University who demonstrate a keen interest in economic geology and mineral fieldwork.
Information and exact deadlines are sent directly to students in the geology master’s program each year, typically in early or mid-January.
Information and exact deadlines are sent directly to students in the geology master’s program each year, typically in early or mid-January.
Explore opportunities available through CIM Societies
MetSoc Doctoral Student Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$4,000 (1 available) plus travel expenses
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Full-time doctoral candidates in their second, third or fourth year of study who are pursuing degrees in metallurgy, materials engineering or related fields are eligible for a scholarship.
MetSoc Sustainability Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$5,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
To be eligible the candidate should be registered in a Master’s or Ph.D. program during the entire current academic year in a Canadian university.
MetSoc Masters Student Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available) plus travel expenses
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Full-time Master’s students in their first year of study who are pursuing degrees in metallurgy, materials engineering or related fields are eligible for a scholarship.
MetSoc Pyrometallurgy Graduate Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
The candidate should be registered in a Master’s or Ph.D. program in the field of pyrometallurgy during the current academic year in a Canadian university.
Hydrometallurgy Ernest Peters Master's Award
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
The candidate should be registered in a Master’s (M.Sc., M.Eng., M.A.Sc.) program in the field of hydrometallurgy during the entire academic year in a Canadian university.
Minerals Science and Engineering Student Award
Deadline:
Click on More info
Amount:
Travel to support a brief four to six day visit to various places of work (a metallurgical testing laboratory, an engineering firm, and an operating site). The award will cover airfare, accommodations, and a per diem for meals.
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Applicants must be an undergraduate (in their second year or more) or a graduate student (in the first two years of study) enrolled in a science or engineering program at a Canadian university.
Best Pyrometallurgy Student Oral Presentation
Deadline:
Click on More info
Amount:
$500
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Students who submit an abstract for the Pyrometallurgy Symposium at COM are automatically included in this competition for their chance to win a prize of $500CAD and a certificate.
Students must be enrolled in a relevant University program (undergraduate or graduate levels). Abstracts accepted for oral presentation must be presented in person at the Conference of Metallurgists.
Edward Melville (Ed) Patton Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
2 instalments of $2,500 each
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
This scholarship is open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member enrolled at any Canadian university whose current project, research or thesis has been or is related to maintenance and reliability issues in the mining industry. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Community involvement and extracurricular activities should be highlighted.
The CIM MER Graduate Student Research Excellence Award
Deadline:
Applications can be received at all times
Amount:
$2,500 (1)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any student who is registered in a graduate program at a post-secondary institution and who has written a paper that makes an original, possibly innovative, but definitely excellent contribution to the body of knowledge concerning the topics of maintenance, engineering or reliability in the mineral industry.
Gordon M. Ritcey Award
Deadline:
March—click on More information for exact date
Amount:
$,3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
Candidates should be registered in a graduate program in the field of hydrometallurgy at a Canadian University
Open to undergraduate students living anywhere in Canada
MES-COSMO Scholarship
Deadline:
February–Click on More information for exact date
Amount:
$4,000 (2 available)
Sponsor:
MES/COSMO Mining Industry Consortium
Eligibility:
Open to Canadian students in mining engineering, entering their final year in any Canadian university, and intending to complete an undergraduate thesis/main project focused on strategic mine planning optimization under uncertainty, and related risk management.
Applicants will be judged on their academic performance and commitment to a career in mining.
MetSoc Undergraduate Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$2,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
This award is intended for an outstanding final year full-time undergraduate student currently enrolled in a materials science/metallurgy/ mining department at a Canadian institute.
Lucy Rosato Undergraduate Scholarship in Science and Engineering
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$5,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
A female 3rd or 4th year undergraduate student enrolled full-time in any science and/or engineering program at a Canadian university, who intends to work in the field of hydrometallurgy, mining, or environment.
John E. Dutrizac Scholarship
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a full-time students at a Canadian University in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th (final) year of a program at the undergraduate level and intend to work or carry out research in a field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. CIM student membership is not required but CIM members may be given preference over non-members. Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Resident students; however, International students attending a recognized Canadian educational institution are welcome to apply. Awarding of these scholarship will be based upon applicants’ academic achievements and motivation in the field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. Consideration will be given to the applicant’s past work experiences and extracurricular activities.
Fathi Habashi Scholarship
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a full-time students at a Canadian University in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th (final) year of a program at the undergraduate level and intend to work or carry out research in a field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. CIM student membership is not required but CIM members may be given preference over non-members. Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Resident students; however, International students attending a recognized Canadian educational institution are welcome to apply. Awarding of these scholarship will be based upon applicants’ academic achievements and motivation in the field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. Consideration will be given to the applicant’s past work experiences and extracurricular activities.
Henry Salomon De Friedberg Scholarship
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a full-time students at a Canadian University in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th (final) year of a program at the undergraduate level and intend to work or carry out research in a field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. CIM student membership is not required but CIM members may be given preference over non-members. Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Resident students; however, International students attending a recognized Canadian educational institution are welcome to apply. Awarding of these scholarship will be based upon applicants’ academic achievements and motivation in the field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. Consideration will be given to the applicant’s past work experiences and extracurricular activities.
Caterpillar Inc. and its Canadian Dealers Scholarship
Deadline:
April—click on More information for exact date
Amount:
$2,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIMF / Caterpillar Inc.and its Canadian Dealers
Eligibility:
Open to Canadian mining engineering students in universities across Canada enrolled full-time in the 3rd year of an eligible undergraduate program. Applicants will be judged for their commitment to a career in the mining, minerals or energy industries.
Dr. David S. Robertson Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
April—click on More information for exact date
Amount:
$4,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Family and friends of the late Dr. David S. Robertson
Eligibility:
Open to Canadian and international students in geology, in their third year in any Canadian university. Applicants will be judged on their academic performance and commitment to a career in mining.
Scotiabank Scholarship
Deadline:
April—click on More information for exact date
Amount:
$2,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIMF/Scotiabank
Eligibility:
Open to Canadian mineral exploration and geology students enrolled full-time in the 3rd year of an eligible undergraduate program. Applicants will be judged for their commitment to a career in mineral exploration and geology.
Alex and Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada
Deadline:
April–Click on More information for exact date
Amount:
Students in their second year, enrolled in a technical program, will receive $4,000 a year for a total of $8,000, while students enrolled in a degree program will receive $5,000 a year for a total of $15,000.
Sponsor:
CIMF and the Davidson Family
Eligibility:
Available to Indigenous Peoples including First Nations, Metis and Inuit students who are permanent residents of Canada.
Consideration will be given to students who are pursuing or wish to pursue studies in preparation for a trade or profession related to the Mineral Extraction and Processing industries such as Geology, Mining and Metallurgy. This can include heavy-duty equipment mechanic, millwright, electrician, process systems and control, hydrology, instrumentation, carpenter, welder, surveyor, geologist, mine engineer/technologist as well as careers in Wildlife Management, Environment, Training, Human Resources, Finance, Law, Archeology and other studies directly related to the Industry.
Jim Popowich Memorial Mining Endowment - Geology Scholarship
Deadline:
April 30
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIMF/Popowich Family
Eligibility:
Open to Canadian students enrolled in an undergraduate program in a Canadian university, and in their 3rd year of a geology program. While academic achievement is important, submissions should demonstrate a keen interest in geology, as well as describe the candidate’s problem-solving skills, ability to work in a challenging environment, as well as experience working within organized teams, all in the context of both a university and work setting.
Best Pyrometallurgy Student Oral Presentation
Deadline:
June—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Students must be enrolled in a relevant University program (undergraduate or graduate levels). Student abstracts accepted for oral presentation must be presented in person at the Conference of Metallurgists.
Taking Flight Scholarships
Deadline:
October–Click on More information for exact date
Amount:
$2,000 (3 available)
Sponsor:
CIMF and the COSMO Mining Industry Consortium
Eligibility:
Open to Aboriginal high school and postsecondary students (including First Nations, Métis and Inuit) from across Canada pursuing a career in mining in a Canadian school. Consideration and recognition given for community involvement and their commitment to the mining industry.
Lucky Amaratunga Technical Report Competition
Deadline:
October 1
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available) / $2,000 (1 available) / $1,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Canadian Mineral Processors Society
Eligibility:
Open to college and university mineral processing students. 1st prize winner is eligible for paid travel to CMP in Ottawa.
Centennial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member who is currently enrolled in a post secondary educational institution to study in the MER disciplines with the intent of pursuing a career in the mining industry. The MER disciplines comprise of engineering or technologist level studies in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Chemical, Computer Sciences, Material Sciences, Manufacturing and related disciplines. Community involvement and extracurricular activities should be highlighted.
J.D. Pat Patterson Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member entering a post secondary educational institution to study in the Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability disciplines with the intent of pursuing a career in the mining industry. The MER disciplines comprise of engineering or technologist level studies in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Chemical, Computer Sciences, Material Sciences, Manufacturing, and related disciplines. Community involvement and extracurricular activities should be highlighted.
Ken Hildebrant Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member entering or attending a post- secondary educational institution to study as a full time student.
CIM MER Society Edward Melville (Ed) Patton Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member enrolled at any Canadian university whose whose recent or current project, research or thesis has been or is related to maintenance and reliability issues in the mining industry.
MER Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member (including student members), or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member, enrolled at any Canadian post-secondary institution, following a program of relevance to the Canadian mining industry. $2500 payable in 2 equal portions in December and the following February of the academic year from which the award is made. In order to receive the second installment, the recipient must provide an official communication from their institution confirming successful completion of the fall semester.
André Laplante Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
November 1
Amount:
$5,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Canadian Mineral Processors Society + Industry
Eligibility:
Open to full-time students in a Canadian mineral processing or related program at the undergraduate level (college or university), having completed the first year of academic studies. CIM student membership is not required but CIM members may be given preference over non-members. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens; however, international students attending a recognized Canadian educational institution are welcome to apply.
Byron Knelson Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
November 1
Amount:
$5,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Canadian Mineral Processors Society + Industry
Eligibility:
Open to full-time 3rd and 4th year undergraduate students in mining engineering with specialization in mineral processing at an accredited Canadian University. The recipient will also be awarded with airfare and accommodation to attend the CMP conference in Ottawa.
Minerals Science and Engineering Student Award
Deadline:
Click on More info
Amount:
Travel to support a brief four to six day visit to various places of work (a metallurgical testing laboratory, an engineering firm, and an operating site). The award will cover airfare, accommodations, and a per diem for meals.
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Applicants must be an undergraduate (in their second year or more) or a graduate student (in the first two years of study) enrolled in a science or engineering program at a Canadian university.
Open to undergraduate students living in the specified province/territory
BC/Yukon Branch - Mineral Processing Scholarship
Deadline:
October 28
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Canadian Mineral Processors - BC/Yukon Branch
Eligibility:
Open to undergraduate students in minerals industry related post-secondary education programs in British Columbia or Yukon, with a mineral processing component (e.g. at University of British Columbia, University of Victoria, British Columbia Institute of Technology, Coast Mountain College, Yukon College).
Successful students must demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in mineral processing following completion of their program. This can be demonstrated by related work experience, either prior to or during student’s program, course electives if available, and overall academic achievement, with a particular focus on excellence in mineral processing related courses.
CIM Scholarship (Crowsnest)
Deadline:
May 1
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Crowsnest Branch
Eligibility:
Open to students from Crowsnest Pass, Elkford, Sparwood or Fernie entering a mining-related field of engineering or earth sciences at the university level (1st year). Student receives $1,000 in the 1st year and $2,000 in the 2nd year for a total of $3,000.
CIM Trades Scholarship
Deadline:
May 1
Amount:
$1,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Crowsnest Branch
Eligibility:
Open to students from Crowsnest Pass, Elkford, Sparwood or Fernie entering a mining-related trade at a recognised trade training school.
Undergrad Turnbull Cup Photo Contest
Deadline:
November 10
Amount:
$750 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Vancouver Branch
Eligibility:
Contest open to all earth science and mineral engineering related undergraduate or technical college students in the Greater Vancouver area. Photographer of the winning photo receives a $750 award and the school or department is awarded the Turnbull Cup. Photo submissions may be uploaded to the contest website during the contest period.
Undergrad Book Prizes
Deadline:
Set by each University
Amount:
TBD
Sponsor:
CIM Vancouver Branch
Eligibility:
Contest open to all earth science and mineral engineering related undergraduate or technical college students in the Greater Vancouver area. Prize recipients are selected by their program’s faculty.
CIM Saskatoon Branch Dependent Children and Student Member Scholarship Program
Deadline:
See application form
Amount:
T.B.D
Sponsor:
CIM Saskatoon Branch
Eligibility:
Open to student members, Indigenous students, and dependent children of professional members of the CIM Saskatoon Branch enrolled in a 2-year(+) program leading to formal qualification from a recognized post-secondary educational institute (graduate student members are eligible to apply once; students on internships not eligible). Recipients must attend the CIM Saskatoon Branch meeting in March to receive the scholarship. Undergraduate students may only receive this award once every two years to a maximum of 2 times. Student members must have attended at least three CIM Saskatoon Branch meetings.
U of C - Scholarship in Geology
Deadline:
September 15
Amount:
$1,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Calgary Branch
Eligibility:
Open to an undergraduate registered in the environmental science program at the University of Calgary. Awarded to the student with the highest standing in ENSC 401 (ENSC Field Course 1). No application required. Students are automatically considered for nomination by the Faculty of Science
U of C - Scholarship in Environmental Science
Deadline:
September 15
Amount:
$1,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Calgary Branch
Eligibility:
Open to an undergraduate registered in the environmental science program at the University of Calgary. Awarded to the student with the highest standing in ENSC 401 (ENSC Field Course 1). No application required. Students are automatically considered for nomination by the Faculty of Science.
John D. Frey Memorial CIM Entrance Scholarship
Deadline:
January 15
Amount:
$200 (1 available)
Sponsor:
O.E. Walli Foundation (formerly CIM Cobalt)
Eligibility:
Open to Northern College Haileybury School of Mines instrumentation technician students in 1st year, in reasonable academic standing and preferably from the Temiskaming Shores area.
Hugh Moore Memorial CIM Entrance Scholarship
Deadline:
January 15
Amount:
$200 (1 available)
Sponsor:
O.E. Walli Foundation (formerly CIM Cobalt)
Eligibility:
Open to Northern College Haileybury School of Mines mining technician students in 1st year, in reasonable academic standing and preferably from the Temiskaming Shores area.
John Kovala Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
May 31
Amount:
$1,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Red Lake Branch
Eligibility:
Open to students from the Red Lake and Ear Falls areas pursuing post-secondary study at a college or university, but not limited to the first year of post-secondary study. Graduate of grade 12 or a student entering 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of qualifying program. Preference will be given to students with high academic achievement. Involvement in extracurricular activities and community service will be a consideration. Pursuing education in the field of mining, including but not limited to diplomas and degrees in Engineering/Technology (Mining, Metallurgical, Geological, Environmental, Mineral Processing), Geology (Mining, Exploration, Economics), Geophysics, Geochemistry or Environmental Science. Submit a letter outlining how you meet the above criteria for consideration for this scholarship.
Contact CIMRedLake@gmail.com for more information.
Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy Bursary
Deadline:
October 16
Amount:
$1,100 (3 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Sudbury Branch
Eligibility:
Open to full-time students in an engineering program at Laurentian University.
Contact dbeauparlant@laurentian.ca for more information.
Rudolph Kneer Memorial Bursary
Deadline:
October 16
Amount:
$800 (3 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Sudbury
Eligibility:
Open to full-time students entering the 3rd year of the engineering program at Laurentian University in good academic standing, residing in Ontario and who demonstrate leadership.
Contact dbeauparlant@laurentian.ca for more information.
Maintenance Division Bursary for Engineering
Deadline:
October 16
Amount:
$850 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Sudbury Branch
Eligibility:
Open to students entering the engineering program at Laurentian University with a good academic record, who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance and is a resident of Northern Ontario.
Contact dbeauparlant@laurentian.ca for more information.
Jim Harling Memorial Bursary
Deadline:
October 16
Amount:
$1,190 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Sudbury Branch
Eligibility:
Open to full-time Cambrian College students enrolled in a mining program.
Contact angela.gilmore@cambriancollege.ca for more information.
Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy Bursary (Sudbury Branch)
Deadline:
October 21
Amount:
$780 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Sudbury Branch
Eligibility:
Open to full-time Cambrian College students enrolled in a mining program.
Contact angela.gilmore@cambriancollege.ca for more information.
Southern Ontario Branch Canadian Mineral Processors Mineral Processing Scholarship
Deadline:
December 1
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Canadian Mineral Processors Society Toronto Branch
Eligibility:
Any full-time student from Ontario entering into a post-secondary program that includes mineral processing at one of the following schools: Haileybury School of Mines, Northern College; Queen’s University; Laurentian University; University of Toronto; Cambrian College; Lakehead University. Applicant should be interested in role and express knowledge of the mineral processor in today’s society. The number of scholarships may be increased subject to the selection committee’s review.
Contact sf.mctavish@sympatico.ca for more information.
Bay Area Science & Engineering Fair
Deadline:
Awarded at fair
Amount:
$100 (2 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Hamilton Branch
Eligibility:
Cash and certificate awards for outstanding projects relating to mining, metallurgy and petroleum (regardless of level) presented at the Bay Area Science and Engineering Fair. No additional application is required. The winners and their parents are invited to the Spring Branch Dinner Meeting to display their projects.
Contact Shannon.clark@arcelormittal.com for more information.
Bursary Fund
Deadline:
Amount:
$800 (1 available) or $400 (2 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Sudbury Branch
Eligibility:
Open to Collège Boréal students who are experiencing financial difficulties during the college year.
Contact Nancy.Raymond@collegeboreal.ca for more information.
CIM Québec Branch Bursary
Deadline:
March
Amount:
Total of $1,400 shared between 4 finalists
Sponsor:
CIM Québec Branch
Eligibility:
A total of $ 1,400 in bursaries is shared among 4 finalists during an evening of competition of presentations on one of their mining or metallurgical experience.
Contact marcel.laflamme@gmn.ulaval.ca for more information.
Montreal Branch of CIM Mining Engineering Scholarship
Deadline:
April 15
Amount:
$3,550 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Montreal Branch
Eligibility:
Name: Montreal Branch of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum Scholarship
Deadline: Students do not need to apply; McGill reviews the enrolled students and awards the scholarship accordingly.
Amount: $3,500 (1 available per year)
Sponsor: CIM Montreal Branch
Eligibility: Awarded by the Faculty of Engineering Scholarship Committee on the basis of academic merit to an in-course undergraduate students who is a Canadian resident and who is enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering program in the Department of Mining and Materials Engineering. First preference is given to Quebec residents enrolled in the Mining Engineering program and who completed a CEGEP diploma prior to entering McGill. Second preference is given to Quebec residents. Third preference is be given to Canadian students from outside Quebec.
Montreal Branch of CIM Exploration Geology Scholarship
Deadline:
April 15
Amount:
$1,750 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Montreal Branch
Eligibility:
Open to Canadian mineral exploration and geology students enrolled full-time in the 2nd year of an eligible undergraduate program in a Quebec University. Applicants will be judged on their commitment to a career in mineral exploration and geology.
Irene and Arthur Foley Scholarship
Deadline:
November 30
Amount:
$3,000 (2 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Foundation
Eligibility:
Open to undergraduate students in mining engineering at École Polytechnique de Montréal who completed 3 semesters and 1 internship. Candidates will be judged on their academic record and on the evaluation of their internship.
Rory Kempster Memorial Earth Science Scholarship
Deadline:
March 31
Amount:
$2,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM New Brunswick Branch
Eligibility:
Open to students entering 2nd or subsequent years of study leading to a first degree in Earth Science discipline; born in New Brunswick or residing in New Brunswick for more than 5 years; attending a degree-granting Canadian university or institute of technology. Consideration given for academics, extracurricular and financial need.
Frank Shea Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
Awarded at Conference
Amount:
$500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
The Mining Society of Nova Scotia
Eligibility:
Open to undergraduate geoscience students attending university in Nova Scotia. Awarded for the best presentation of an economic ore deposit at the annual AUGC (Atlantic Universities Geological Conference) in October.
Contact florence@ns.sympatico.ca for more information.
Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy Entrance Scholarships
Deadline:
January 19
Sponsor:
CIM Newfoundland Branch
Eligibility:
Awarded to full-time students registered in the Construction/ Industrial Electrician, Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Mining Engineering Technician or Welder programs. This award is based on academic excellence. An application form and a College Transcript or Student Progress Report is required.
The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (Newfoundland Branch) Golden Jubilee Scholarship
Deadline:
TBD
Amount:
TBD
Sponsor:
CIM Newfoundland Branch
Eligibility:
Open to students entering the final year of undergraduate studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland and majoring in a field of study that is covered by the fields of interest of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum specifically: Earth Sciences, Geophysics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business and Commerce. Preference will be given to a student with demonstrated financial need. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
No application required.
The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (Newfoundland Branch) Silver Jubilee Scholarship
Deadline:
TBD
Amount:
TBD
Sponsor:
CIM Newfoundland Branch
Eligibility:
Open to students in the final or penultimate year in Earth Sciences at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Scholarship standing is the principal requirement governing the scholarship but preference will be given to a student who displays outstanding character and has demonstrated financial need. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards acting on the recommendation of the Head of the Department of Earth Sciences. No application required; recipient must have declared a major in Earth Sciences.
No application required.
Explore opportunities available through CIM Societies
MetSoc Undergraduate Scholarship
Deadline:
February—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$2,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
This award is intended for an outstanding final year full-time undergraduate student currently enrolled in a materials science/metallurgy/ mining department at a Canadian institute.
Best Pyrometallurgy Student Oral Presentation
Deadline:
June—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Students must be enrolled in a relevant University program (undergraduate or graduate levels). Student abstracts accepted for oral presentation must be presented in person at the Conference of Metallurgists.
Minerals Science and Engineering Student Award
Deadline:
Click on More info
Amount:
Travel to support a brief four to six day visit to various places of work (a metallurgical testing laboratory, an engineering firm, and an operating site). The award will cover airfare, accommodations, and a per diem for meals.
Sponsor:
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc)
Eligibility:
Applicants must be an undergraduate (in their second year or more) or a graduate student (in the first two years of study) enrolled in a science or engineering program at a Canadian university.
Centennial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member who is currently enrolled in a post secondary educational institution to study in the MER disciplines with the intent of pursuing a career in the mining industry. The MER disciplines comprise of engineering or technologist level studies in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Chemical, Computer Sciences, Material Sciences, Manufacturing and related disciplines. Community involvement and extracurricular activities should be highlighted.
J.D. Pat Patterson Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member entering a post secondary educational institution to study in the Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability disciplines with the intent of pursuing a career in the mining industry. The MER disciplines comprise of engineering or technologist level studies in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Chemical, Computer Sciences, Material Sciences, Manufacturing, and related disciplines. Community involvement and extracurricular activities should be highlighted.
Ken Hildebrant Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member entering or attending a post- secondary educational institution to study as a full time student.
CIM MER Society Edward Melville (Ed) Patton Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member enrolled at any Canadian university whose whose recent or current project, research or thesis has been or is related to maintenance and reliability issues in the mining industry.
MER Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
October 31
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Eligibility:
Open to any CIM National member (including student members), or the son, daughter or spouse of a CIM National member, enrolled at any Canadian post-secondary institution, following a program of relevance to the Canadian mining industry. $2500 payable in 2 equal portions in December and the following February of the academic year from which the award is made. In order to receive the second installment, the recipient must provide an official communication from their institution confirming successful completion of the fall semester.
Lucy Rosato Undergraduate Scholarship in Science and Engineering
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$5,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
A female 3rd or 4th year undergraduate student enrolled full-time in any science and/or engineering program at a Canadian university, who intends to work in the field of hydrometallurgy, mining, or environment.
John E. Dutrizac Scholarship
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a full-time students at a Canadian University in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th (final) year of a program at the undergraduate level and intend to work or carry out research in a field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. CIM student membership is not required but CIM members may be given preference over non-members. Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Resident students; however, International students attending a recognized Canadian educational institution are welcome to apply. Awarding of these scholarship will be based upon applicants’ academic achievements and motivation in the field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. Consideration will be given to the applicant’s past work experiences and extracurricular activities.
Fathi Habashi Scholarship
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a full-time students at a Canadian University in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th (final) year of a program at the undergraduate level and intend to work or carry out research in a field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. CIM student membership is not required but CIM members may be given preference over non-members. Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Resident students; however, International students attending a recognized Canadian educational institution are welcome to apply. Awarding of these scholarship will be based upon applicants’ academic achievements and motivation in the field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. Consideration will be given to the applicant’s past work experiences and extracurricular activities.
Henry Salomon De Friedberg Scholarship
Deadline:
March—click on More info for exact date
Amount:
$2,500 (1 available)
Sponsor:
Hydrometallurgy Section of the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a full-time students at a Canadian University in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th (final) year of a program at the undergraduate level and intend to work or carry out research in a field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. CIM student membership is not required but CIM members may be given preference over non-members. Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Resident students; however, International students attending a recognized Canadian educational institution are welcome to apply. Awarding of these scholarship will be based upon applicants’ academic achievements and motivation in the field of science and engineering with relevance to hydrometallurgy. Consideration will be given to the applicant’s past work experiences and extracurricular activities.
Lucky Amaratunga Technical Report Competition
Deadline:
October 1
Amount:
$3,000 (1 available) / $2,000 (1 available) / $1,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Canadian Mineral Processors Society
Eligibility:
Open to college and university mineral processing students. 1st prize winner is eligible for paid travel to CMP in Ottawa.
André Laplante Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
November 1
Amount:
$5,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Canadian Mineral Processors Society + Industry
Eligibility:
Open to full-time students in a Canadian mineral processing or related program at the undergraduate level (college or university), having completed the first year of academic studies. CIM student membership is not required but CIM members may be given preference over non-members. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens; however, international students attending a recognized Canadian educational institution are welcome to apply.
Byron Knelson Memorial Scholarship
Deadline:
November 1
Amount:
$5,000 (1 available)
Sponsor:
CIM Canadian Mineral Processors Society + Industry
Eligibility:
Open to full-time 3rd and 4th year undergraduate students in mining engineering with specialization in mineral processing at an accredited Canadian University. The recipient will also be awarded with airfare and accommodation to attend the CMP conference in Ottawa.
