[Association for Iron & Steel Technology](https://cccc.ncte.org)

June 30, 2026 (Application deadline)

One award of $2,000 CAD for one year; includes a one-year AIST student membership and invitations to chapter events.

Annual scholarship supporting university students in the Northern Chapter region who are pursuing careers in the iron and steel industry.

--- ## Description The Northern Member Chapter University Scholarship, offered by the Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST), is an annual award designed to encourage and support Canadian university students with an interest in the iron and steel sector. The scholarship aims to foster future professionals by providing financial assistance and opportunities for engagement with the local steel community. Recipients also receive a complimentary one-year Material Advantage student membership and are invited to attend chapter events. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: June 30, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - One scholarship awarded annually - Amount: $2,000 CAD (one-time, non-renewable for this specific scholarship) - Additional benefits: One-year complimentary Material Advantage student membership and invitations to two AIST Northern Chapter dinner meetings --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be either: - The child (natural, adopted, or ward) of a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant who is a member in good standing of AIST, **or** - An AIST Student Member through the Material Advantage Student Program who lives in, or attends a university or college in, the AIST Northern Member Chapter area - Must be accepted as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited Canadian university or college - Eligible fields: Engineering, technical programs, technician or technologist programs; if no engineering applicants, students in chemistry, geology, mathematics, or physics may be considered - Consideration given to extracurricular activities and academic achievement --- ## Application Process - Submit the [application form](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/northern/application) and all required documents by June 30, 2026 - Required documents: - Current resume (including work experience and extracurricular/leadership activities) - Brief essay (1–2 pages) describing professional goals, interest in the steel industry, and how your skills could be applied to the industry - One recommendation letter from a teacher, professor, guidance counselor, or academic advisor - Copy of current high school or college transcripts - Submit all materials to the chapter contact listed below --- ## Additional Information - The scholarship is intended for use at an accredited Canadian university or college, starting in the fall of the award year - Recipients may only receive one Northern Chapter scholarship per year - In case of delayed or interrupted studies, recipients must notify the chapter secretary immediately (may result in forfeiture) - Transfers to another eligible program or institution are allowed with prior notification and approval --- ## External Links - [AIST Member Chapter Scholarships Overview](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships) - [Northern Member Chapter Scholarships Page](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/northern) - [Application Form](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/northern/application) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |-------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------| | Dave Nicol | [dave.nicol@xtek.com](mailto:dave.nicol@xtek.com) | +1.905-317-8711 | ---

Northern Member Chapter University Scholarship

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