FIRST Robotics Canada · National

FIRST Canada Skilled Trade Scholarship

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$2,500
Total value
Mar 15
Deadline

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About this award

Win one of two $2,500 scholarships for Canadian students pursuing a skilled trade — apply by March 15, 2026.

You can win one of two scholarships valued at $2,500 each. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you have been part of a robotics team and want to build a career in the skilled trades. You must submit your application by March 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. The provider will contact winners directly, though they will share more details about the announcement process in 2026. Selection criteria aren't published — ask FIRST Robotics Canada how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. To get your money, you must send FIRST Canada a letter requesting the payment and confirming which college program the funds should go to. You must do this by the end of the second week of classes. Ask FIRST Robotics Canada during your application if the funds are sent directly to the school or if any portion comes to you. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with FIRST Robotics Canada whether it's a one-time award or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

  • Canadian Citizen — citizenship requirement
  • Post Secondary — study level
  • Studying skilled trades — field of study

How to apply

  1. Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

    Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

  2. Request your official transcript1–2 weeks

    Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.

  3. Collect reference letters2 weeks

    Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.

  4. Draft and revise your essays~10 hours

    Use the STAR framework. Be specific, show impact, proofread twice.

  5. Submit by March 15, 2026~1 hour

    Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

More details

Essay

The biggest mistake is writing a generic summary of your robot's specs.

Strategy

Winners instead focus on the personal impact the FIRST program had on their life and connect their passion for robotics directly to why they chose a specific skilled trade.

References

Many students submit a basic letter of character.

Strategy

Winners instead ask their high school instructor to provide specific examples of their technical skills and work ethic in the classroom.

Strategy

Since you need to provide a transcript and a recommendation letter, start these requests at least two weeks before the March 15 deadline to avoid last-minute delays.

Realism

With only two awards available, this is highly competitive.

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FIRST Canada Skilled Trade Scholarship

$ 2,500

2 × $2,500

Apply by Mar 15

fundmycourse.ca/scholarships/first-canada-skilled-trade-scholarship

Verified Jul 30, 2026
$2,500 March 15, 2026 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time
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