Community Education Bursaries

Our centre is proud to support the next generation of educators, caregivers, and community builders. As a community-based childcare centre, we believe deeply in strengthening the neighbourhoods we serve. To encourage those who share these values, we are excited to offer multiple bursaries each year to individuals pursuing education-related post-secondary studies.

Available Bursaries

1. DW Poppy Graduate Bursaries
We are pleased to offer two bursaries each year to graduating students at DW Poppy Secondary. These awards are administered directly through the school’s bursary program and are intended for students planning to pursue childcare, early childhood education, or education-related post-secondary studies. (Pending)

2. General Graduate Bursary
Open to any high school graduate entering a childcare, ECE, or education-related program.

3. Returning-to-School Parent Bursary
Awarded to a parent returning to school to pursue studies in childcare, early childhood education, or another education-focused field.

Eligibility & Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • A commitment to pursuing education, ECE, or childcare-related post-secondary studies

  • Strong community involvement

  • Volunteer or work experience with children

  • Initiative, responsibility, and a passion for supporting young learners

  • The ability to provide references that speak to their community values

  • A written essay explaining why they are a strong candidate and how they hope to contribute to and strengthen their community through their future work

How to Apply

MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY COMING IN FEBRUARY 2026