McCall Huron County Scholarships

Originally from Huron County, Marcy McCall MacBain created this scholarship as a way to identify and support young people in the county who make positive contributions to their schools or broader communities.

Up to 9 scholarships are offered to students pursuing degree (4-year) or diploma (2- or 3-year) programs at universities and colleges.

Applications are now closed. Get email updates on this program.

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Degree or applied degree programs (up to 4 years)2-year diploma programs (length of program full-time)3-year diploma programs (length of program full-time)
Studying at an Ontario public university or college within 
300 km from high school
$7,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $28,000)$4,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $8,000)$4,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $12,000)
Studying at an Ontario public university or college more than 300 km from high school$9,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $36,000)$6,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $12,000)$6,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $18,000)
Studying at an out-of-province public Canadian university or college$11,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $44,000)$8,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $16,000)$8,000/year (renewable up to a total value of $24,000)

Scholarship Details

If you are graduating in the upcoming year from one of the following five Huron County High Schools and meet the eligibility criteria, you may apply for a McCall Huron County Scholarship.

Eligible High Schools

  • St. Anne’s Catholic Secondary School
  • Central Huron Secondary School
  • F.E. Madill Secondary School
  • Goderich District Collegiate Institute
  • South Huron District High School

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be a Canadian citizen, Canadian permanent resident, refugee, or protected person in Canada
  • Have a minimum cumulative high school average of 80% (grades 9-11 inclusive)
  • Be entering your first undergraduate degree or diploma program at a public Canadian university or college in 2025
  • Be in good standing academically and non-academically with your high school

Selection Criteria

McCall Huron County Scholarship recipients are students of strong character who care deeply about their school and broader communities and take action to make them better places to live. If you are involved in your community, take initiative to find solutions to problems you see around you and involve others along the way, work hard and value honesty, collaboration and ongoing learning, consider applying for this scholarship.

  • Strong character, including honesty, integrity, hard work, and willingness to take responsibility
  • A track record of community involvement, such as volunteering, athletics, and extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership potential

Application Process and Timeline

September 17, 2024

Applications open for the 2025 cohort. To be considered for this Scholarship, you must complete an online application including short essays, activity lists, the contact information for supervisors / verifiers of your activities, and the contact information for references. No reference letter is required.

November 13, 2024

Application period closes

January 24, 2025

After you complete your application, your school will nominate candidates to the Foundation based on the selection criteria above. Shortlisted students will be notified and invited for interview.

February 19, 2025

Interviews take place in-person in Huron County

May 2025

Scholarship recipients are announced

August 2025

Recipients attend a retreat to prepare for their post-secondary journeys

Hear from Past Recipients

Transitioning from high school to university is a pivotal moment, however, I knew that if needed, the Scholarship had numerous opportunities for connection and support that I could access. This allowed me to feel more confident in expanding outside of my comfort zone and made my first-year experience at university much smoother.

Madison Cardno
2023 McCall Huron County Scholarship Recipient

The Scholarship has allowed me to meet so many incredible people, pushed me to become an involved and valued member of several communities, and granted me the opportunity to share my experiences with others along the way. While developing the strength and knowledge to become a Registered Nurse, I have also developed so much as a leader within my community and workplace.

Joy Pizzati
2020 McCall Huron County Scholarship Recipient