Scholarship Program
Wonder Women Society understands that having a dream isn't always enough. Sometimes, you need a little help to make your dream a reality. With that in mind, we are thrilled to partner with local businesses and individuals who want to support women in attaining their educational goals in pursuit of their dreams. If YOU would like to be a part of empowering and enabling women to reach their educational goals, please contact us to find out how we can work together to make that a reality for a woman today.
For 2025, we're honored to be partnering with two organizations to provide more scholarship funding for more women. Both organizations are inspired by two incredible women with a passion to support women's education by removing financial barriers to education.
JBL Foundation supports Wonder Women Society in the devoted memory of their late family member, Joanna, who had a passion to empower women to become their best selves through education.
The Norehyn Foundation, represented by the two hearts, is led by a compassionate, caring, and amazing businesswoman who sees the value of supporting other women in being educated, to enable them to lead well and care for others.
In Memory of Joanna
WE RISE TOGETHER WHEN WE SUPPORT EACH OTHER!
2025 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must reside in BC.
Candidates must be attending or accepted to an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada. (Should you be awarded a scholarship, proof of enrollment must be provided before the scholarship is issued.)
Candidates MUST submit the following to apply: (submissions that are missing any component will not qualify)
- A current photo
- A letter to the WWS Scholarship Committee which includes their introduction, their educational and professional goals, and their financial need. Proof of financial need or finance documents are not required.
- At least one letter of reference.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS FOR 2025 ARE NOW CLOSED.
All applications will be reviewed by our scholarship committee. Scholarship winners will be contacted via email.
Please note: WWS does not issue scholarships directly to individuals. All scholarships are paid directly to accredited post-secondary institutions after proof of enrollment is provided by students. ​​​
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In 2024, we were honored to be able to increase the scholarships we've been able to grant due to the generosity of the JBL Foundation partnering with us once again. There was a total of ten (10) scholarships disbursed for the 2024/25 academic year. Applications were accepted from individuals OR professional organizations or non-profits could choose to nominate a worthy candidate.
Here are the scholarships we've had the privilege of bestowing so far:
2024
Wonder Women Society was proud to partner with the JBL Foundation to provide scholarships to women of all ages who are aspiring to change their worlds. Connecting together as partners in the community helps us help others more effectively and efficiently.
Charanpreet Mahal - UBC Madison McKenzie - UFV
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Danica Vaccaro - UNBC Nicole Driedger - SFU
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Jaylene Greeve - SFU Paige Penner - Queens University
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Pamela Hooge - CBC Paula Kent - Royal Roads University
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Sarah Neufeldt - UFV Sophia Smith - UVic
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Congratulations, students!
2023
Wonder Women Society was proud to partner with the JBL Foundation to provide scholarships to young people who are aspiring to change their worlds. Connecting together as partners in the community helps us help others more effectively and efficiently.
Molly Neufeld - UVic Kristen Baker - Summit Pacific College
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Chloe Nguyen - UVic Makenzie Burnett - UFV
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Julia Derksen - TWU Abby Hunter - UFV
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Congratulations, students!
2022
Wonder Women Society was proud to partner with the JBL Foundation to provide scholarships to young people who are aspiring to change their worlds. Connecting together as partners in the community helps us help others more effectively and efficiently.
Julie Fanucchi - UFV Aisha Bordeos - Summit Pacific College
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Ema Low - Harvard University Rachel Taekema - UFV
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Charanpreet Kaur - UBC
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Congratulations, students!
2019
Mission IndoCanadian Business Association Scholarships for Women
Wonder Women Society was proud to partner with the Mission IndoCanadian Business Association to provide three $1000 scholarships to young people who are aspiring to change their worlds. Connecting together as partners in the community helps us help others more effectively and efficiently.
Faith Collier - Bachelor of Science in Nursing, UFV
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Cornelius Ong - Bachelor of Engineering, UVic
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Etienne Gagne - Bachelor of Science, UBC
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Congratulations, Faith, Cornelius, and Etienne!
2018
Prospera Credit Union $1000 Scholarship for Women in Business
*L to R: WWS President & Founder Andrea Critchley, scholarship recipient Dana Koop, Prospera Credit Union representative Mia Van Staalduinen
Wonder Women Society and Prospera Credit Union (West Oaks, Abbotsford branch) were so pleased to present this $1000 scholarship to a young woman pursuing an education in Counselling and Social Entrepreneurship, Dana Koop. Dana is an exemplary student who will be entering her second year of her degree in September 2018. In addition to her high marks in school, Dana also currently volunteers regularly at a local seniors' home in her community. She has an extensive history of volunteering for the betterment of her community, from youth programs to social media management. She hopes to one day start her own business and we're excited to see what the future holds for this amazing Wonder Woman! Congratulations, Dana!
Swing Optical $500 Scholarship for Community Supporters
*L to R: Scholarship recipient Kashish Arya, Swing Optical owner Satti Grewal, WWS Vice President Miriam Bozman
Wonder Women Society is proud to partner with Swing Optical of Mission, BC to present this $500 scholarship to a young woman who exemplifies community involvement and social responsibility, Kashish Arya. Kashish is an honor roll student in her high school and has proven herself to be a leader in her school, both academically and in extracurricular activities, as well as her community. Kashish has been the driving force behind several committees and events, leading others to follow her wonderful example of giving back. Congratulations, Kashish!