The HSAA member sponsoring the application must be an HSAA member in good standing to be eligible to apply for up to $1,000. The deadline for submissions is May 31 for the upcoming school year and applicants are selected by a draw. Members do not require proof of acceptance to apply for this bursary; those selected to receive the bursary must provide a proof of enrolment form.
Note: All communication regarding applications for HSAA funds and bursaries will be done via the member’s personal email address.
Application Guidelines
- All HSAA members in good standing may apply for themselves, their spouses or their dependants.
- Members may receive the George C. Hall Bursary four times during their lifetime as a member.
- Applicants must be pursuing full-time (as defined by the educational institution) post-secondary studies leading to a diploma or degree. There is no restriction on field of study.
- Applications must be received by May 31 for the upcoming school year (September-April). Applications received after May 31 will be rejected, and there will be no exceptions.
- Incorrectly completed applications will be rejected.
- No confirmation of receipt of application will be sent.
- Provided all guidelines are met, applications will be included in one of two draws: 1) for members, or 2) for members' spouse/dependants. The results of these draws will determine which applicants receive bursaries.
- First-time applicants will be given priority.
- Applicants will be notified of the draw results by August 15. Successful applicants will receive a Proof of Enrolment form to be returned to HSAA prior to funding.
- $1,000 per bursary will be awarded upon submission of the Proof of Enrolment form.
- A total of 120 bursaries will be awarded each year.
Note: Only one fund or bursary will be awarded per registered course/program.