Retail Education Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $3,000
Awards Available: 18

There are 18 scholarships available:

1 x Canadian Retail Hall of Fame Scholarship: $3,000 

1 x JRoss Retail Recruiters Scholarship: $2,000 

16 x Industry-Sponsored scholarships: $1,000 

Scholarship Application Process

Who is eligible to apply?

To be considered for one of the scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. Currently enrolled full-time or part-time at a Canadian college or university for Fall 2024
  2. Currently pursuing a retail, business, fashion, marketing or any other retail related post-secondary program
  3. Currently working part-time or full-time within the retail industry  We will accept applications who have been laid off due to the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns.

What do applicants need in order to apply?

1. Complete the online application and release form – Application details will be available in January 2024

2. An official transcript from the last two semesters from either a high school or post-secondary institution

3. Proof of applicant’s enrollment in a Canadian post-secondary institution. One of the following is acceptable:

  • Letter of acceptance or conditional letter of acceptance
  • Proof of tuition payment
  • Letter from Office of Registrar

4. A reference letter (200 words max.) from a current employer that includes the following:

  • Applicant’s demonstrated and continued commitment to the retail industry
  • Ways in which the applicant has distinguished him/herself from other employees
  • Reasons indicating why the applicant is deserving of this scholarship
  • Current employer/supervisor contact information

5. Retail Education Scholarship Essay :

  • Essay topic will be available in January 2024

6. Make Retail your Career” presentation

  • Your presentation must include the following:
  • Introduce yourself
  • Employer: Where do you work and why?
  • Retail experience: How has the past year affected your experience in the industry?
  • Post-secondary school and program of study: What program will you be taking in September 2024 and why?
  • A career in retail: Retail is an industry that offers new challenges and opportunities every day. It is fast and exciting and requires talented individuals to fill a variety of roles, from front-line customer service and store management to data analysis and cyber security. Tell us why you are one of these special professionals.
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