Awards and Scholarships

There are a number of awards, scholarships, bursaries and grants available to TRU Gaglardi students in recognition of academic excellence and community service. Students are encouraged to visit Student Awards and Financial Aid to see the full listing of available opportunities in the Awards Guide and review key dates and deadlines.

TRU Gaglardi Outstanding International Student Award: $1,000

One award provided annually to an outstanding full-time international student within the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics. This award annually celebrates and recognizes a student with a GPA of 3.00 or higher who is going above and beyond to give back to TRU Gaglardi (through tutoring, enhancing a business club, etc.). Students must demonstrate active participation in on-campus clubs and activities in a letter of introduction.

TRU Gaglardi Faculty and Staff Award: $1,000

This award is for Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) students entering their third or fourth year with a minimum GPA of 3.67. The successful student will demonstrate a positive contribution to the classroom environment and involvement in co-curricular activities. The award recipient will be selected jointly by the Dean and Faculty Council Chair. To be eligible for this award, students must submit two reference letters from TRU Gaglardi faculty members.

Chartered Professional Accountants' Education Foundation of BC Award: $2,000

Two awards of $2,000 each awarded to fourth year accounting students in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program, maintaining at least a B average in Accounting courses over the previous two semesters, and expressing intention to enter the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) program. Applicants must submit statement of intention to enter the CPA program (max. 250 words).

Chartered Financial Analysts of the Okanagan Award: $2,000

Awarded annually to students registered in a business program — Business Administration, Management or Commerce or a post-graduate business program (i.e. MBA) — who is in the top quartile of their class or has evidence of volunteer activity for the CFA Okanagan Society. Applicants must also show evidence of enrollment in the CFA program registration for exam intake for December or June.

KPMG Student Scholar to Business Award: $5,000

Awarded annually to a student who has completed their 2nd or 3rd year of study in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program majoring in Accounting with a strong GPA. The award is adjudicated by the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics, with recipients selected based on their GPA, achievements, and leadership potential. To be eligible for this award, students must submit an essay of 250 words or fewer on the topic, “Why I want to become a CPA.” The recipients will also have the opportunity to interview with KPMG upon receiving the award. Deadline to apply is December 14.

RBC Student Scholar to Business Award: $5,000

One $5,000 award will be presented to a top academic student in their third year of study in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program or their first year of study in the post-baccalaureate business diploma program. Open to both domestic and international students, the successful recipient is selected based on their GPA, attitude, achievements, leadership potential and ability to relocate. The recipient will also be presented with an interview opportunity with RBC staff upon receipt of the award.

Lake Family Social Responsibility Award: $1,400

Awarded to an international business student enrolled full-time in a Post-Baccalaureate program with a minimum GPA of 3.33. The successful applicant will demonstrate a commitment to the advancement of corporate social responsibility by outlining their involvement in activities that include or promote ethical decision-making for businesses. This may include volunteer roles, student club participation, relevant work experience or other extra-curricular activities.

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Valley First Business Student Fund

Awarded to a student studying business full-time at Thompson Rivers University. This award is open to all students, preference to equity-deserving students which may include students who identify as Indigenous, Black, living with disabilities or are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This award aims to support students in overcoming barriers and succeed during their higher education journey. Deadline to apply is December 14.
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Ken Lepin Prize of Business Excellence Entrepreneur & Communication (MBA): $3,850

Five $3,850 awards provided annually to domestic (Canadian citizens and permanent residents) students who currently hold a bachelor’s degree and are applying for full-time MBA studies. Additional criteria for faculty selection provided by the donor and to include consideration of practical and theoretical achievements, attitude and deportment, business attire and grooming, ability to work and communicate with others in entrepreneurial ways and leadership potential. Preference to students from the Kamloops region. Second preference to students from British Columbia.

Special consideration will be given to those who have completed their bachelor’s degree at Thompson Rivers University.

Ken Lepin Outstanding Business Student of the Year Award: $5,500

One award of $5,500 provided annually to a top domestic (Canadian citizens and permanent residents) student graduating that year in the Bachelor of Business Administration program. Additional criteria for faculty selection provided by the donor include consideration of practical and theoretical achievements, attitude and deportment, business attire and grooming, ability to work with others in entrepreneurial ways and leadership potential. Preference to students from the Kamloops region. Second preference to students from British Columbia.

Ken Lepin Entrepreneurship Spirit Award: $2,750

Two $2,750 awards provided annually to two top domestic (Canadian citizens and permanent residents) Entrepreneurship students graduating that year in the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics. Additional criteria for faculty selection provided by the donor include consideration of practical and theoretical achievements, attitude and deportment, business attire and grooming, ability to work with others in entrepreneurial ways and leadership potential. This award will be made to the top student possessing these characteristics without prejudice to other awards that the recipient may have received. Preference to students from the Kamloops region. Second preference to students from British Columbia.

Raymond James Indigenous Finance Award: $2,000

Awarded to an Indigenous Business student. Preference to a student majoring in Finance and/or a member of the TRUSIF Club.

Shaver Graduate Scholarship: $1,000

Graduate scholarships awarded to students in master’s programs at TRU. To include but not limited to: Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Science in Environmental Science, Master of Science in Data Science, Master of Nursing, Master of Environmental Economics and Management, Master of Science in Environmental Economics and Management, and Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner.

BC Graduate Scholarships

BC Graduate Scholarships are given to the best and brightest graduate students who are leaders in their fields. Eligible graduate programs will be research intensive and professional with emphasis, but not exclusive, focus on disciplines related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

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Canada Graduate Scholarship - Master's Program

TRU offers four CGS-M entrance awards for domestic students, one each from the Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR) and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC), and two from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). These three granting agencies have harmonized the application process. There is now one application for all three councils. The application must be completed through the Research Portal. Students must create and attach a Canadian Common CV (CCV), and a version of the CCV has been modified specifically for the CGS-M. Applicants must also upload all necessary official transcripts, and an outline of their proposed research, and will be prompted in the application to invite two people to provide reference assessments.

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