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Departmental Scholarships & Awards

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Students must meet the Terms of Reference noted on each scholarship and award, and, unless otherwise stated, all students must meet the following criteria:

SCHOLARSHIPS

  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50.
  • Be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units of standard graded courses in the term of award. Challenge, audit and non-credit courses are not considered.
  • Have completed at least 12 units of standard graded courses at 911勛圖.
  • A student holding an 911勛圖 Entrance Scholarship is not eligible for any other University administered scholarships.

AWARDS

  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 and be in good academic standing.
  • Be enrolled in a minimum of nine units of standard graded courses in the term of award. Challenge, audit, and non-credit courses are not considered.

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Fall 2026 Departmental Scholarships and Awards

The application period for the Fall 2026 Departmental Scholarships and Awards is now open. All applications are to be submitted according to the application instructions below by 11:59 PM on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Please note that students themselves are responsible for determining if they meet Terms of Reference (TOR) for any of the awards listed.

Application instructions

All applications require the following items to be submitted as a single, merged PDF, saved as in the following example:

LAST NAME, First Name (911勛圖 ID) NAME OF AWARD (e.g., SMITH, Alex (123456789) ARMSTRONG)

  1. Statement letter (see FAQs for more information);
  2. CV or resume;
  3. Current letter(s) of reference;
  4. Other supporting materials that applicants choose to include to further support the application.

Please note:

  • Only one award application per email.
  • Please state the name of the award you are applying for in the email subject line.
  • Please also include your 911勛圖 ID number in the body of the email.
  • Applicants are strongly encouraged to read both the application instructions and the FAQs prior to submitting an application.

All applications are to be submitted to bus_ugpa@sfu.ca.

Award recipients will be contacted directly by 911勛圖 Financial Aid and Awards. Due to the high volume of applications, only students selected to receive awards will be notified.

EMPRESARIO ENTREPRENEUR AWARD: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $7,200

One award, valued at $7,200, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Has participated successfully in one of the Beedie School of Business's key entrepreneurship programs such as ChangeLab, the 911勛圖 Venture Accelerator, or Opportunity Fest; and
  • Is in good academic standing.

The recipient will be selected based upon who best exemplifies high-impact entrepreneurship, and who shows exceptional entrepreneurship skills and passion while pursuing an idea that demonstrates a strong combination of intentional social impact and financial viability.

Applications must include:

  • A CV outlining the applicants history of entrepreneurship training and ventures; and
  • A letter of reference from a faculty member who can attest to the same.

Preference may be given to applicants who have a declared concentration in Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

ZABEEN HIRJI COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AWARD NEW!

Two awards, valued at $3,037.50 each, or three awards, valued at $2,025 each, will be granted to undergraduate students who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meet the following criteria: 

  • Are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Are in good academic standing; and
  • Have demonstrated commitment to diversity either in the community, workplace, or on campus.

Applications must include:

  • A statement outlining the applicants involvement in promoting or furthering diversity either in the community, workplace, or on campus; and
  • A letter of reference from a faculty member or supervisor confirming the applicants involvement and impact.

CIBC UNDERGRADUATE AWARD FOR WOMEN IN BEEDIE: THREE AWARDS VALUED AT $5,000 EACH

Three awards, valued at $5,000 each, will be granted to undergraduate students who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, self-identify as women, and who meet the following criteria: 

Preference will be given to students who are Indigenous or who self-identify as someone from a Racialized Group.

Applications must include:

  • A CV and/or co-curricular record outlining the applicants involvement in technology-focused work experience or technology-focused community involvement/activities;
  • A letter of reference from a supervisor or community member who can verify such experiences; and
  • A brief statement indicating that the applicant self-identifies as someone from one or more of the preferred groups that qualify for this opportunity.

ROBERT O. SANDERSON AWARD IN BUSINESS: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $5,000

One award, valued at $5,000, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria: 

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Bachelor of Business Administration degree program in the Beedie School of Business in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Is in good academic standing;
  • Has a demonstrated history of activity in addition to academics such as volunteerism, community involvement, extra-curricular activities and/or athletics; and
  • Has entered 911勛圖 from (Duncan, Cowichan Lake) or from Vancouver Island.

Primary preference will be given to an applicant who entered 911勛圖 from (Duncan, Cowichan Lake). Secondary preference will be given to an applicant who entered 911勛圖 from Vancouver Island.

BARRY MACDONALD AWARD IN ACCOUNTING: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $3,750

One award, valued at $3,750, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Bachelor of Business Administration program in the Beedie School of Business in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Has completed at least 60 911勛圖 units;
  • Has a declared concentration in Accounting;
  • Is in good academic standing; and
  • Has demonstrated exceptional community service.

Applications must include:

  • A statement from the applicant describing their exceptional community service; and
  • A letter of reference from an individual who can verify the applicants exceptional community service.

BEEDIE FAMILY BUSINESS AWARD: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $3,000

One award, valued at $3,000, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
  • Is enrolled in a major program in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Is in good academic standing; and
  • Has demonstrated exceptional community/volunteer service.

Preference will be given to applicants who are registered in a study abroad exchange. Preference will also be given to applicants who have completed an international co-op work placement in one of the previous two terms (Spring 2026 and/or Summer 2026) and are currently enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term.

Applications must include:

  • A CV outlining the applicants community/volunteer service involvement; and
  • A letter of reference from someone who can attest to the applicants service in the community.

CPA UNDERGRADUATE AWARD IN ACCOUNTING FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $3,000

One award, valued at $3,000, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is Indigenous (First Nations, M矇tis, Inuit);
  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Is pursuing a bachelors degree in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Is in good academic standing; and
  • Has an interest in pursuing a career or further credentials in accounting and/or a CPA designation.

Preference given to applicants with a declared concentration in Accounting.

Applications must include:

  • A cover letter from the applicant outlining their interest in pursuing a career or further credentials in accounting and/or a CPA designation; and
  • A letter of reference from a supervisor or faculty member who can verify the applicants interest in pursuing a career or further credentials in accounting and/or a CPA designation.

SCOTIABANK STUDENT AWARDS IN SOCIAL INNOVATION: FOUR AWARDS VALUED AT $2,750 EACH

Four awards, valued at $2,750 each, will be granted to undergraduate students who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meet the following criteria:

  • Are enrolled full-time in the Bachelor of Business Administration program in the Beedie School of Business in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Are in good academic standing; and
  • Have demonstrated commitment to and achievement in social innovation.

Applications must include:

  • A statement from the applicant describing their commitment to and achievement in social innovation; and
  • A letter of reference from an individual who can verify the applicants commitment to and achievement in social innovation.

PETER R.B. ARMSTRONG/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER AWARD FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP: FOUR AWARDS VALUED AT $2,550 EACH

Four awards, valued at $2,550 each, will be granted to undergraduate students who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meet the following criteria:

  • Are in their third or fourth year in the Beedie School of Business; and
  • Have evidenced or achieved some level of entrepreneurial activities.

Applications must include:

  • A letter discussing the applicants interest and involvement in entrepreneurial activities.

BOIVIE FAMILY AWARD: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $2,200

One award, valued at $2,200, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

Preference will be given to women undergraduate students in programs where they are underrepresented and until such time as gender parity is achieved.

Applications must include:

  • A CV and/or co-curricular record outlining the applicants involvement in technology-focused work experience or technology-focused community involvement/activities; and
  • A letter of reference from a supervisor or community member who can verify such experiences.

WILLIAM G. DAVIDSON AWARD IN ACCOUNTING: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $2,150

One award, valued at $2,150, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Is pursuing a bachelors degree in the Beedie School of Business with a concentration in Accounting;
  • Is in good academic standing; and
  • Has an interest in pursuing a career and/or further credentials in accounting.

Applications must include:

  • A statement outlining the applicants commitment to pursue a career and/or further credentials in accounting; and
  • A letter of reference from a supervisor or faculty member who can verify the applicants interest in pursuing a career and/or further credentials in accounting.

Preference will be given to applicants who are interested in pursuing their CPA designation.

BOB (ROBERT) AND CHRIS (CHRISTIAN) COOK COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $2,100

One award, valued at $2,100, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is pursuing a bachelor's degree in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Has a declared concentration in Human Resource Management;
  • Is in good academic standing;
  • Has made contributions to the well-being of their local, provincial, or national community; and
  • Has an interest in labour relations, worker rights, and furthering fair labour conditions.

Applications must include:

  • A CV outlining the applicant's community/volunteer involvement;
  • A one-page statement detailing the applicants contributions to the well-being of their local, provincial, or national community, and highlights their interest in labour relations, worker rights, and furthering fair labour conditions; and
  • A letter of reference from a community member who can verify the community/volunteer involvement and the impact of the applicant's role.

CREW VANCOUVER AWARD ADVANCING WOMEN IN COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $2,000

One award, valued at $2,000, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Is pursuing a bachelor's degree in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Is in good academic standing;
  • Self-identifies as a woman;
  • Has aspirations in commercial real estate; and
  • Is interested in furthering diversity of people who identify as women in the industry.

Applications must include:

  • A one-page statement from the applicant outlining their commitment to pursuing a career in commercial real estate and their interest in furthering diversity of people who identify as women in the industry; and
  • At least one letter of reference from an individual who can verify the applicants commitment to pursuing a career in commercial real estate.

LISA PINTO MEMORIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $2,000

One award, valued at $2,000, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Is pursuing a bachelor's degree in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Is in good academic standing; and
  • Has volunteered with organizations or charities involved with research, support services and/or health policies surrounding cancer.

Applications must include:

  • A one-page statement from the applicant outlining their participation with organizations or charities involved with research, support services and/or health policies surrounding cancer; and
  • A letter of reference from an individual who can verify the applicants involvement with the relevant charity or organization.

JASON WUBS LEADERSHIP AWARD: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $2,000

One award, valued at $2,000, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Is pursuing a bachelor's degree in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Is in good academic standing; and
  • Has demonstrated outstanding leadership through community involvement, volunteering, and/or service to their school.

Applications must include:

  • A one-page letter outlining the applicants community service, volunteerism and/or service to the school;
  • A CV; and
  • A letter of reference from an individual who can verify the applicants history of volunteerism, exemplary service and/or leadership.

ARC'TERYX AWARD FOR BUSINESS STUDENTS: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $2,000

One award, valued at $2,000, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Is pursuing a bachelor's degree in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Is in good academic standing;
  • Is in their third or fourth year of studies; and
  • Aligns with one of Arcteryxs values: Commit, Disruptive Evolution, Leave it Better, and Live It.

Applications must include:

  • A personal statement of no more than 500 words which outlines how the applicant aligns with at least one of Arcteryxs values:
    • Commit: Staying dedicated to achieving a goal, even when challenges arise.
    • Disruptive Evolution: Challenging the status quo and finding innovative solutions to redefine whats possible.
    • Leave it Better: Actively working to improve the environment or community.
    • Live It: Fully embracing a passion for the outdoors by integrating adventure into daily life.
  • A letter of reference from a supervisor or faculty member who can verify that the applicant aligns with Arc'teryxs values.

AGROTEK UNDERGRADUATE AWARD FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $2,000 NEW!

One award, valued at $2,000, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term;
  • Is in good academic standing;
  • Is pursuing a bachelor's degree in the Beedie School of Business;
  • Is Indigenous (First Nations, M矇tis, Inuit); and
  • Has demonstrated an interest in business and entrepreneurship. This interest may be shown through academic pursuits, personal or community involvement, traditional knowledge, lived experience, or career aspirations related to Indigenous economic development, business leadership, or community-based enterprises.

Applications must include:

  • A personal statement of no more than 500 words outlining the applicants meaningful connection to business and entrepreneurship. This may be demonstrated through any combination of academic pursuits, community or personal engagement, cultural teachings, traditional knowledge, lived experiences, or career aspirations related to Indigenous economic development, business leadership, or community-based enterprises.

FIRMA FOREIGN EXCHANGE CORPORATION UNDERGRADUATE AWARD IN FINANCE: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $1,800

One award, valued at $1,800, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • Is enrolled full-time in the Fall 2026 term in a Bachelors degree program in the Beedie School of Business with a concentration in Finance;
  • Is in good academic standing; and
  • Has a demonstrated history of volunteerism.

Applications must include:

  • A statement from the applicant describing their volunteerism; and
  • A letter of reference from an individual who can verify the applicants volunteerism.

SAMUEL BELZBERG AWARD OF EXCELLENCE IN FINANCE: ONE AWARD VALUED AT $850

One award, valued at $850, will be granted to an undergraduate student who, in addition to the Terms of Reference noted above, meets the following criteria:

  • A graduating* student with a declared concentration in Finance; and
  • Has made an important voluntary contribution to the University community or who has otherwise demonstrated leadership and management capability.

*Please note: graduating refers to an applicant who will complete their BBA program requirements during the Fall 2026 term, with enrollment in at least nine units of standard graded courses OR an applicant who completed their BBA program requirements during the previous Summer 2026 or Spring 2026 terms, with enrollment in at least nine units of standard graded courses during the term of completion.

COLLECTION OF INFORMATION NOTICE:

The information provided in your application is collected under the authority of the University Act R.S.B.C. 1996, c.468, and is related directly to and needed by the University. The information will be used to evaluate Departmental Nomination Awards and Scholarships. Additionally, information may be shared with donors and be utilized for future promotion of awards and scholarships. If you have any questions about the collection and use of this information, please contact the Beedie School of Business Academic Success & Curriculum Office, 911勛圖, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6, sfubeedie_undergrad@sfu.ca.