The Electro-Federation Canada (EFC), Mississauga, Ontario, has announced the launch of the ninth annual EFC Foundation Scholarship Program, with 30 scholarships totaling $50,000 available to eligible university and college students in the fields of engineering, computer science and business administration, as well as to eligible second- or third-phase electrical apprentices.

Available scholarships include:

• Eight $2,000 EFC Foundation University Scholarships

• Eight $1,500 EFC Foundation College Scholarships

• Two $1,000 EFC Foundation Apprenticeship Scholarships

• Honeywell Canada Leadership in Education Award - $2,500

• Hubbell Canada Leadership in Education Award - $2,500

• R.L. Brews Ltd. Electrical Engineering Technologist Award - $2,500

• Osram Sylvania Ltd. Scholastic Achievement Award - $2,500

• Five $500 Bob Dyer/OEL Apprenticeship Scholarships

• S&C Electric John R. Conrad Award of Excellence - $2,500

• Schneider Electric Student Merit Award - $2,500

• Eaton Electrical Award of Academic Achievement - $2,500

Although criteria are specific for corporate sponsored scholarships, to qualify for an EFC Foundation award, the applicant must have completed at least their first year of study; have maintained a minimum 70 percent average; and be registered in a full-time, eligible post-secondary degree or diploma program at a recognized Canadian education institution.

Complete application forms are due by Aug. 12 and are available online at www.electrofed.com, via e-mail request to scholarship@electrofed.com, or by calling (905) 602-8877.

Applicants are asked to submit a completed application form, a transcript or copy of previous year's grades, and a one-page overview describing work experience, interests, extracurricular activities and future plans in the electrical, electronics or telecommunication fields.

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