Wolmer's Alumni Association - Toronto

06/01/2026

Dear Community,

We hope you are well. The countdown to summer is on and we'll be hosting one more Scholarship Application Workshop before the school year comes to an end.

BFCN Scholarship Application Workshop

Join us for another virtual BFCN Scholarship Application Workshop on Wednesday, June 10 from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET.

This workshop is open to all Black students from any school board or institution. Please share this invitation widely and especially with Black youth who are currently in Grade 8 or high school. Access to this information is vital and helps Black students and their families make informed decisions about funding options and their continued educational journeys.

Register for the BFCN Scholarship Application Workshop on June 10.

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2026-2027 BFCN Scholarships & Awards

A reminder that the 2026-2027 BFCN Scholarships & Awards application cycle has launched! BFCN will once again be awarding six $1000 scholarships and awards to Black students pursuing post-secondary education in accredited Canadian institutions. All online applications and supporting documents must be submitted by July 31, 2026.

Click here to learn more and apply for the 15th Annual BFCN Scholarships

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Click here to learn more and apply for the 12th Annual BFCN Aim 2 Achieve Awards

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Please share widely and encourage eligible Black students to apply. For questions about the application process or to support the BFCN Scholarship Program please contact [email protected].

Thank you so much for your continued support of BFCN and for helping us support Black students pursue their academic dreams.
Cheryl Yarde
BFCN President
416-566-2731
[email protected]
www.bfcn.ca

BFCN is a volunteer-run organization. We rely on community donations and welcome all support so we can continue to do our work, serving Black communities locally. e-Transfers can be sent to [email protected] and donations can be sent through PayPal at paypal.me/BFCN2011. Thank you in advance for your support.

"Together we can achieve success one student, one adult and one family at a time."
BFCN - Black Foundation of Community Networks
5100 Rutherford Road,
PO BOX 12305,
L4H 2J2,

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Dear Community, We hope you are well. The countdown to summer is on and we'll be hosting one more Scholarship Application Workshop before the school year comes to an end. BFCN Scholarship Application Workshop Join us for another virtual BFCN Scholarship Application Workshop on Wednesday, June 10 fro...

05/30/2026

It’s back!

The 7th Annual Virtual Black Professionals Career Fair returns September 16-17, 2026. This year’s theme, Beyond the Algorithm: Mastering the Human Advantage, explores the skills that continue to set people apart in an AI- driven world.

From critical thinking and emotional intelligence to storytelling, leadership, and ethical decision-making. Remember, AI is the tool, you ARE the strategist. Save the date and stay tuned for more details!
Follow us on all socials to stay informed about our events designed specifically to help you get your foot in the door in corporate Canada and move on up!

05/29/2026

Wolmerian author Carol Williams-Wong (Class of the 60s), sharing the history of Hakka-Chinese Jamaicans.

05/23/2026

https://www.instagram.com/p/DXz97fykXsp/?igsh=MW1xd3dpOXk3Mmptbg==

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

297th Founders Day recap

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05/21/2026

The scholarship application intake period for the 2026/2027 academic year is now open. Apply early. Dont miss this opportunity.
In order to be considered for any award, a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0 is expected by most donors; some awards may require a higher GPA and a few may accept a minimum GPA of 2.2.
The awards are available to full-time undergraduate students of The University of the West Indies, Mona (unless otherwise stipulated online).
The applicant should only apply for scholarships/bursaries for which the prescribed criteria are met as indicated on each terms of award.
The required status as indicated on each terms of award is the academic year that the student will next be registered. For example, if the criteria states "must be in level II", the applicant is expected to be enrolled in level I until July 31, 2026.
All sections of the application form must be completed before submitting.
Incorrect information provided on the application may be grounds for the application to be rejected.
Students will not be allowed to hold two or more awards where together the value exceeds tuition and housing costs (where appliable) combined.
You are advised to visit the awards webpage frequently, as updates will be made throughout the year.
You will be required to upload a Referee Affidavit. Please click the link to access the form (The form must be completed and stamped, per the instructions at the bottom of the form, then uploaded to the relevant section on the portal.
If you have read the information above, you may now start completing the Application Form on the Office of Student Financing, UWI, Mona Campus Scholarship Application Portal.

The application process and additional details may be obtained from the link with flyers or from the respective Donor organization; including their website.