Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick National Scholarship

Hydrocephalus Canada

Get up to $5,000 for your post-secondary education if you are a Canadian citizen with hydrocephalus or spina bifida — the 2026 round closed April 30 and reopens in January 2027.

Published by · last checked September 24, 2026

Total value
$5,000
Deadline
Apr 30, 2026
Level
High school, College, Undergraduate, Trades, Certificate
Open to
Across Canada

Applications are closed for this cycle

Applications are not open right now (they last closed Apr 30, 2026). Many awards like this one run again each year, so we re-check this page and update it when the next cycle opens. Last verified Sep 24, 2026.

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What you will need

  • Completed application form
  • Medical assessment form (not required if you have applied before and your situation hasn't changed)
  • Academic transcripts, including the most recently completed semester
  • For students still in secondary school: a copy of the second semester mid-term report (or the last report issued if the school is not semestered)
  • One letter of reference from an adult other than a family member (e.g., minister, youth group leader, coach, volunteer supervisor, or employer)
  • One letter of reference from a teacher, principal, or guidance counsellor

About this award

You can receive up to $5,000 in funding for one academic year. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. Because the number and amount of awards are decided on a yearly basis, the exact value for this cycle may vary. This is for you if you are a Canadian citizen living in Canada who has hydrocephalus and/or spina bifida and wants to pursue a degree, graduate certificate, or diploma. The 2026 round closed on April 30, 2026, and the program reopens in January 2027. Applications that arrive after the deadline can't be considered. You will hear back from Hydrocephalus Canada in June annually to find out if you have won. The Program Advisory Committee chooses the winners. They look at your motivation, your self-awareness, your goal setting, and your potential for success. Selection criteria aren't published in detail, so ask Hydrocephalus Canada how many applicants they typically receive to judge your odds. Ask Hydrocephalus Canada 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. To keep the award, you must enter or attend your chosen academic program in the year you apply. If you do not complete the program, you must submit documentation explaining why if you want to be considered for future scholarships. Renewal conditions aren't listed, so confirm with Hydrocephalus Canada whether this is a one-time award or if you can apply again.

Who qualifies

You must be a Canadian citizen residing in Canada with hydrocephalus and/or spina bifida. Your award is valid at any accredited Canadian university or college, technical or trade school, career institute or school of business.

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
  • Open to high school, college, undergraduate, trades or certificate students

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. This round closed on April 30, 2026

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

Tips for applying

  • Personal StatementAvoid writing a generic essay about your grades. Instead, tell a personal story about how spina bifida or hydrocephalus has impacted your life and education, and describe a specific goal you set and achieved.
  • ReferencesAvoid using family members as references. Instead, get one letter from a community leader like a coach or employer, and a second letter from a teacher, principal, or professor.
  • StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to gather your medical forms. Instead, contact Hydrocephalus Canada by mail, phone, or email early to ensure your medical assessment is up to date.
  • RealismAvoid assuming the full $5,000 is guaranteed for every winner. Instead, remember that the number and amount of awards are decided yearly, so treat this as a helpful supplement to your other funding.

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 30, 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.

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