Desmond Baglole Memorial Bursary

Holland College

Get $400 for your studies in Plumbing/Pipefitting.

Published by G Paul · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value

$400

Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Level

Certificate

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What you will need

Completed General Application via the Holland College awards portal

About this award

There are two awards available, each valued at $400. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. This is for you if you are pursuing a career in the trades and can show that you have a genuine financial need for extra funding. You must apply by November 1, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — email, portal, or phone. Holland College lists this award's criteria on its official page (see Who qualifies). Ask Holland College how winners are picked among the students who meet them and how many usually apply, so you can judge your odds. Ask Holland College 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. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Holland College whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be enrolled in the Plumbing/Pipefitting program and you must demonstrate financial need.

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.

Open to certificate students
Studying Plumbing/Pipefitting

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

Financial NeedAvoid giving vague statements about needing money. Instead, provide a clear explanation of your current financial situation and how this $400 would help you stay in school. List your specific monthly expenses and gaps in funding.
StrategyAvoid leaving your General Application incomplete. Since you are automatically considered based on that form, ensure every optional field is filled out to give the committee more reasons to choose you.
RealismAvoid assuming this award is guaranteed because it is a smaller amount. With only two awards of $400 available, focus on making your demonstration of financial need as honest and detailed as possible.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on November 1, 2026. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

Check the award's official page for the citizenship rules.

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