Scholarships for SAC Student Associates
Click each scholarship name to learn more about the
scholarship and any additional criteria.
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Cycle Two |
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Opens: September 30, 2022 Closes: November 30, 2022 |
Opens: November 30, 2022 Closes: February 15, 2023 |
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Elks and Purple Fund for (4 scholarship categories) |
Number ofAwards13 Value (each)$1,000 to $2,000 |
Number ofAwards2 Value (each)$2,500 |
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Number ofAwards2 Value (each)$1,000 |
Number ofAwards1 Value (each)$1,000 |
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Number ofAwards3 Value (each)$1,000 |
Number ofAwards2 Value (each)$1,000 |
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Number ofAwards1 Value (each)$1,000 |
Number ofAwards1 Value (each)$2,000 |
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Number ofAwards1 Value (each)$1,000 |
KIDSPEECH Travelling Scholarship
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Number ofAwards1 Value (each)$2,000 |
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Number ofAwards1 Value (each)$750 |
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Eligibility
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- A full-time student:
- Enrolled in an accredited academic speech-language pathology or audiology program
- A current SAC Student Associate. Not a member? You can join today and receive discounts and benefits that will support you as a student and throughout your career.
General Criteria for All Students
In order for an application to be deemed complete and considered by the Scholarship Committee, it must meet the requirements defined in the scholarship description. All applicants must submit the following:
- One (1) Academic Reference from a full/associate/assistant professor of your department. References are asked to use the provided form. The completed form must be sent to SAC directly from the individual providing the reference, or it will not be included as part of the application. All reference forms must be received by the deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Academic Transcripts in letter-grade form (A, B, C…). Transcripts with grades listed as pass or fail will not be accepted. Students can submit unofficial copies. SAC reserves the right to request copies of official transcripts. Students in their first year can submit their undergraduate degree transcript.
- A personal short essay (maximum word counts not to exceed 500 words): Tell us about the significant life experiences and role models that have shaped your career choice, your special interests in the field, and your personal goals as a practitioner.
Additional Criteria for Select Scholarships
Some scholarships have additional criteria which must be submitted in order for the application to be deemed complete. Please refer to the scholarship descriptions for more information.
Some scholarships require the submission of a Clinical Reference. This must come from the agency where the student has undertaken clinical practice and use the provided form. The completed form must be sent to SAC directly from the individual providing the reference for it to be included as part of the application. Reference forms must be received by the deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Clinical Evaluation Form For Audiology: Online | PDF
- Clinical Evaluation Form For S-LP: Online | PDF
Students applying for multiple scholarships requiring a Clinical Reference only need one clinical reference for their application.
FAQs
I am a professional who is enrolled in a graduate program part-time. Am I eligible to apply for a scholarship?
No. Applicants must be full-time students in a qualified program.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
You can apply for multiple scholarships. Make sure you can meet the criteria for the scholarships you select.
Do I need to submit a separate application for each scholarship?
No, you can use one application form. Some scholarships have special criteria that you must submit with your application.
Can I include the references with my application?
No, the reference forms must be emailed to SAC by your reference, or they will not be considered as part of your application.
Do I need to submit official transcripts?
You can submit digital copies of your transcripts; however, SAC reserves the right to request a physical, official transcript if deemed necessary.
Can I submit a printed application?
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept printed applications at this time. If you are unable to apply online please contact membership@sac-oac.ca for further assistance.
Can I use the same essay, references and transcripts I used in CYCLE ONE to apply for CYCLE TWO scholarships?
Yes.
When will the scholarship recipients be announced?
SAC will announce the recipients in late spring.
Do I need to be a member of SAC to apply for a scholarship?
Yes, the scholarship program is only open to current SAC Student Associates. Not a member? You can join SAC prior to submitting your scholarship application. Plus, you will receive excellent benefits that will help you with your career.
Do I need to be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident?
Yes, scholarship recipients must provide proof of citizenship or permanent resident status.
ELKS & ROYAL PURPLE FUND FOR CHILDREN SCHOLARSHIPS
The Elks of Canada is a Canadian volunteer organization of men and women serving communities across the country. Speech and hearing disorders continue to be the main area of focus for The Elks & Royal Purple of Canada. Thanks to this remarkable charity, individuals across Canada have received hearing aids, cochlear implants, therapeutic treatment sessions and so much more. A large part of Elks & Royal Purple Fund for Children efforts is directed to the communication health and needs of children. For more information about becoming a member of the Elks of Canada, please visit www.jointheelks.ca
Preference for the Elks & Royal Purple Fund for Children Scholarships will be given to students who plan to pursue a career working with children.
Deborah Kully ScholarshipDeborah Kully was the co-founder and long-time (retired) Executive Director of ISTAR, the Institute for Stuttering Treatment and Research. This $2,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a student who been involved in one of the Elk’s programs. To Apply: Students must have been involved with one of the Elk’s programs (ISTAR, SPARC, BC Family Hearing Resource Society, Central Speech and Hearing Clinic and Ontario Voice).
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Amount$2,000 Number Awarded1 OpenSeptember 30, 2022 Application DeadlineNovember 30, 2022
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Susan Lane ScholarshipNamed in honour of the long-time director of the BC Family Hearing Resource Centre, this scholarship is awarded annually to a student who has been involved in one of the Elks’ programs. To Apply: Students must have been involved with one of the Elk’s programs (ISTAR, SPARC, BC Family Hearing Resource Society, Central Speech and Hearing Clinic and Ontario Voice). Additional Criteria: |
Amount$2,000 Number Awarded1 OpenSeptember 30, 2022 Application DeadlineNovember 30, 2022 |
William J. Blake ScholarshipNamed in honour of William Blake, National Executive Director and Executive Administrator of the Elks of Canada for 28 years (1987 - 2015). This scholarship is awarded annually to a student who, in addition to meeting the general criteria, is a member or a relative of a member of the Elks of Canada. To Apply: Students must be a member, or have a relative who is a member, of the Elks of Canada. Additional Criteria: |
Amount$2,000 Number Awarded1 OpenSeptember 30, 2022 Application DeadlineNovember 30, 2022 |
Gordon Leslie Memorial ScholarshipNamed in honour of Mr. Gordon Leslie, a benefactor from Marwayne, Alberta, who left a bequest to the Elks & Royal Purple Fund for Children. Additional Criteria: |
Amount$1,000 Number Awarded10 OpenSeptember 30, 2022 Application DeadlineNovember 30, 2022 |
Beach Family Scholarships
The Beach Family Scholarships were created in 2017 in loving memory of a family member who graduated from a Master’s speech-language pathology program and who was especially passionate about geriatric and pediatric speech-language pathology. The family created the scholarships with the goal of improving communication health services for adults and children across Canada.
Preference will be given to students who plan to work in the areas of pediatrics and/or geriatrics in rural, remote or underserved communities.
KIDSPEECH Scholarships
KIDSPEECH™ has been serving both children and adults since 1988. The founder and long-time member of SAC, Maria Scaringi, is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist and a certified Canadian Life Care Planner who has worked with thousands of clients over the past three decades.
Graduate students enrolled in an accredited speech-language pathology program are welcome to apply.
SAC Scholarships
SAC recognizes that students are a vital part of our membership and the future of the professions we represent. The SAC Research Scholarships are funded through sponsorships with our affinity partners and donations from individuals.
SAC CHA Student Associates: Click here to learn more about the SAC Communication Health Assistant Student Scholarship.
Past Scholarship Recipients
Below you will find video and written testimonies from past recipients of the SAC Scholarship Program.
To view the 2021-2022 scholarship recipients, click here
To view a list of past scholarship recipients, visit our recipients webpage
"I would again like to express my heartfelt thanks for the SAC's support in helping to realize my plans for future participation in professional issues. Thank you again for financially contributing to my research and personal development through this generous award."
- Marie Shuman, Msc. Speech-Language Pathology (2020 Graduate)
"I was thrilled and honoured to learn that I was awarded an Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children Scholarship. It is a great feeling to receive this recognition from the Elks and SAC- two organizations that do so much both for their members and for the community. Meanwhile, as I enter the home stretch of my academic program, this scholarship will help to alleviate some financial burden and allow me to focus more closely on future academic and clinical endeavours."
- 2019 Scholarship Recipient