Tri-Colour Classic Scholarship Program

Tri-Colour Classic Scholarship Program

Tri-Colour Classic (TCC) is a student-run, not-for-profit organization at Queen's University dedicated to fighting childhood cancer.

Through community events like the annual Commerce vs. Engineering basketball game and March Madness tournament, TCC has successfully raised over $244,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society.

The Tri-Colour Classic Resilience Scholarship is designed to support and empower students who have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of cancer, whether personally or alongside a family member.

Overview

Tri-Colour Classic Resilience Scholarship is crafted to support and empower students who have shown extraordinary resilience when confronted with cancer, either personally or through supporting a family member. Recognizing the unique challenges and emotional toll that cancer imposes, this program aims to alleviate the financial burden on students who have been significantly impacted by the disease. By providing crucial financial assistance, the scholarship enables these resilient individuals to continue their academic pursuits, ensuring they have the opportunity to fulfill their educational goals. Furthermore, the scholarship encourages these students to contribute positively to society, using their experiences to inspire and support others facing similar hardships. Through this initiative, Tri-Colour Classic not only aids in their educational journey but also fosters a community of hope, strength, and perseverance.


Each year, Tri-Colour Classic awards five scholarships of $1,000 each. These scholarships are intended to help cover educational expenses for students who are currently enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate program at a Canadian university. 

To be eligible to apply for the scholarship you must meet all of the following criteria:

  • You have been personally diagnosed with cancer or have/had a family member diagnosed with cancer

  • You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate/graduate program or accepted to start in the upcoming academic year at a Canadian university institution as a full-time student

Application requirements

  • The personal statement is a vital component of your application for the Tri-Colour Classic Resilience Scholarship. This section provides you with an opportunity to share your unique experiences, particularly how you have been affected by cancer, either personally or through a family member. It allows you to convey your resilience, your contributions to the community/how you plan to contribute to your community, and how these experiences have shaped your aspirations. Please see the questions below; your answers, reference, and proof of enrolment will be submitted under the ‘Submit your application’ section.

    Question 1: Describe a specific moment when you faced a significant challenge due to cancer in your life or within your family. How did you handle the situation, and what personal strengths did you discover or develop as a result? (Maximum 500 words)

    Question 2: Please choose one of the following questions to answer (Please do not answer both questions when submitting in the Google Form)

    • Considering your experiences with cancer, either personally or through a family member, how do you plan to use your education to contribute to your community or the field of cancer research, support, or advocacy? (Maximum 500 words)

    • Reflect on how your experiences with cancer have influenced your perspective on health and wellness. What initiatives, activities, or changes have you implemented in your life or advocated for in your community as a result? (Maximum 500 words.)

  • One reference’s contact information is required to verify your experience with cancer and the details in your personal statement. Ensure that your reference is aware that they might be contacted to discuss and confirm the content of your application.

  • Confirmation of current or upcoming enrolment in an undergraduate/graduate university program (can be found on your university portal).

Application timeline

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Please fill out the Google Form below to submit your Personal Statement answers, Reference contact information, and Proof of Enrolment before August 19th, 2024 @11:59 PM EST to be considered in the application pool.

You will be notified via email by August 26th, 2024 from tricolourclassic@gmail.com regarding your application status. 

Please note that Tri-Colour Classic reserves the right to verify the winning applicant's experience with appropriate documentation prior to disbursing the scholarship funds.