The Constable Doug Larche Memorial Bursary

What you will need

• ✓ High school transcripts
• ✓ Confirmation of enrolment at a post-secondary institution
• ✓ Community involvement
• ✓ Financial need
• ✓ Leadership skills
• ✓ Academic excellence

About this award

You can receive a $500 bursary. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. There is one award available. This is for you if you are a graduate of St. Malachy's Memorial High School who shows strong character, dedication, and community spirit. You must apply by May 30, 2027. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — email, portal, or phone. St. Malachy's High School will make the selection. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Greater Saint John Community Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Greater Saint John Community Foundation 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 Greater Saint John Community Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be a graduate of St. Malachy's Memorial High School. You must be pursuing studies in Law, Public Policy, or Government. A preference is given to those who express an interest in a law enforcement career. You will also be evaluated on your financial need, leadership skills, academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and athletic endeavors.

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 high school students
• ✓ Resident of New Brunswick
• ✓ Studying Law or Public Policy & Government

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's official page

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

2. 2

   Order your transcript1–2 weeks

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

3. 3

   Submit your application

   Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

• Community InvolvementAvoid just listing the organizations where you volunteered. Instead, describe one specific time your dedication helped someone else. Mention a project where you took the lead.
• SupportAvoid providing references who only know you as a classmate. Instead, use a teacher or coach who can speak to your character and community spirit. Ask them to highlight your reliability.
• StrategyAvoid ignoring the preference for law enforcement interests. Instead, clearly explain why you are drawn to a career in policing or justice. Connect this interest to the legacy of Constable Larche.

Questions students ask

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