Claudette-MacKay-Lassonde Excellence Scholarship

Polytechnique Montréal (Order of the White Rose program)

Get $25,000 for your undergraduate engineering studies if you identify as a woman and are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident — awarded every year; the 2026 round closed April 22, 2026.

Published by · last checked September 24, 2026

Total value
$25,000
Deadline
Apr 22, 2026
Level
Undergraduate
Open to
Across Canada

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What you will need

  • Online application via the Good Grants platform
  • Description of volunteer leadership experiences
  • List of scholarships, awards, and distinctions received
  • Description of recent employment
  • Essay: Why you chose engineering and how leadership roles helped your career goals and societal impact (max 250 words)
  • Essay: Description of your most impactful leadership role and the tangible result (max 250 words)

About this award

You can receive a $25,000 scholarship, which is awarded annually. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a female undergraduate engineering student who has a strong track record of leading projects and helping your community grow. The 2026 round ran from April 2 to April 22, 2026, and the recipient was announced June 30, 2026. The scholarship is awarded every year, so check Polytechnique Montréal's page for the next application window. A committee reviews your academic record, the range of your community involvement, and your demonstrated leadership to pick the winner. One student is chosen each year; the number of applicants isn't published, so ask Polytechnique Montréal (Order of the White Rose program) if you want to judge your odds. Ask Polytechnique Montréal (Order of the White Rose program) during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. If you win, you must agree to return to your high school (or another one if yours is too far away) to share your story. Other renewal conditions aren't listed, so confirm with Polytechnique Montréal (Order of the White Rose program) if this is a one-time payment or renewable.

Who qualifies

You must identify as a woman and be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. You must have completed a minimum of three and a maximum of five full-time sessions in an engineering program at a Canadian university (excluding Winter 2026). You need to show leadership in community involvement, such as starting a program or mobilizing people to reach a common goal. Priority will be given to students who have not received substantial financial support before or during their higher education.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

  • Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Open to undergraduate students
  • Studying engineering

How to apply

  1. Read the award's official page

    Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

  2. Order your transcript1–2 weeks

    Your school's registrar can take a week or two.

  3. Ask for reference letters2 weeks

    Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.

  4. Write your essay

    Be specific about what you did and what changed because of it. Proofread it twice.

  5. This round closed on April 22, 2026

    Check the award's official page for the next round before you prepare anything.

Tips for applying

  • LeadershipAvoid just listing the titles of the clubs you joined. Instead, describe the tangible impact your actions had on your community. Give a specific example of a project you launched or a team you mobilized.
  • ReferencesAvoid using a generic character reference. Instead, ask a person in authority who has seen your volunteer work firsthand to write your letter of recommendation. Ensure they can attest to your specific achievements.
  • StrategyAvoid writing vague answers to the essay questions. Instead, focus on the setbacks you encountered and exactly how those experiences improved your leadership skills. Use the 250-word limit to be concise and impactful.
  • RealismAvoid assuming that a high GPA alone will win the award. Instead, balance your academic record with evidence of frequent and long-term social engagement. Show that you are both a strong student and an active community member.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

This round is closed. Check the award's official page for when the next round opens.

When is the deadline?

This round closed on April 22, 2026. Many awards like this run again each year, so check the award's official page for the next round.

Can international students apply?

No. You need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

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