Rick and Amanda Hansen believe that people of all abilities should have the right to a barrier-free education. The Rick & Amanda Hansen Scholarship for Youth with Disabilities, funded generously by the April 1 Foundation, provides financial support to Canadian youth with disabilities to pursue post-secondary education and realize their full potential.
This scholarship aims to make a profound impact on the lives of Canadian youth with disabilities by removing financial barriers and supporting career aspirations through post-secondary education.
Funding of up to $10,000 per year (up to a maximum of $40,000) is available for youth with disabilities looking to complete a 1- to 4-year post-secondary program at a publicly funded institution in Canada.
Eligibility Criteria
- Person with a disability, defined as functional limitation – whether permanent or episodic – which affects the student's ability to participate in post-secondary education;
- Under the age of 30 years as of the application deadline (May 31, 2024);
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
- Eligible for domestic tuition at a publicly funded post-secondary institution or training program at a public university, college or institute in Canada;
- Enrolling full-time in the 2024/25 academic year for a 1- to 4-year post-secondary program at a publicly funded post-secondary institution in Canada; and
- Not receiving other financial awards that total more than $2,500 per year (excluding student loans).
- Applicants are responsible for ensuring that any funding received from the Rick & Amanda Hansen Scholarship will not negatively affect the status of any benefits and subsidies that they are eligible for.
Application Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be evaluated using the following criteria:
- Demonstrate alignment with Rick & Amanda Hansen’s values of perseverance, inclusivity and being a Difference Maker;
- Clarity of career goals and alignment with the chosen academic program;
- Ability to successfully complete the chosen academic program; and
- Financial necessity of scholarship.
Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2024.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Recipients will be announced in August 2024.
Proof of Disability Form
Download this form and ask your physician to complete it for your application.