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Scholarships Require Application

Prepare properly. Apply confidently.
by the Lifelong Leadership Institute

About this Course

Scholarships open doors to educational opportunities by reducing financial barriers and empowering students to focus on their academics and personal growth. Some scholarships offer exceptional enrichment opportunities that expand career potential. Receiving scholarships recognizes achievement, potential, and community involvement, helping students reach their goals with confidence.

Join us for an interactive 2-day Scholarship Workshop designed to help you discover, plan, and apply for funding opportunities that can shape and support your educational journey. The first day will set the foundation for a resume filled with meaningful experiences. Day 2 will ensure you create compelling scholarship submissions that set you apart.

Students will gain practical skills in researching scholarships, strategizing applications, and crafting strong personal statements. The workshop will also provide practical advice on resume building — ensuring participants leave ready and confident to pursue scholarship success.

Learning Outcomes & Takeaways

By the end of this 2-day Scholarship Workshop, students will be able to:

  1. Identify and research a range of scholarship opportunities that match their academic interests, leadership experiences, and future goals.
  2. Build a leadership-rich resume that highlights meaningful school involvement, community contributions, and personal achievements with clarity and impact.
  3. Set purposeful leadership and activity goals and use an activity-tracking system to document growth, responsibilities, and accomplishments over time.
  4. Craft polished, professional resumes tailored to scholarship expectations and aligned with what selection committees value.
  5. Analyze common scholarship questions and apply effective storytelling strategies to communicate leadership, initiative, and personal growth.
  6. Develop compelling written responses and personal statements that showcase their experiences, aspirations, and unique strengths.
  7. Prepare for video interviews and manage recommendation requests with confidence, professionalism, and a clear process.

Technical Requirements & General Information

  1. The Lifelong Leadership Institute (LLI) presents this course as part of our commitment to expanding access to transformative learning experiences for Black youth—experiences that have too often been limited by historical inequities. We aim to nurture the talents, ambitions, and leadership potential that Black youth possess while ensuring they have full access to the skills and opportunities that drive future success. This workshop is focused on building effective resumes and providing strategies for enhancing scholarship eligibility.
  2. Because this is a fast-paced, two-day learning experience, only students who can commit to attending and fully participating both days should apply.
  3. The course emphasizes interactive, hands-on, and experiential learning. Students are expected to participate actively in discussions, collaborate with peers, and complete in-class assignments.
  4. What to bring: Bring a fully charged device (a.k.a. laptop computer, Chromebook, or tablet with a keyboard), plus a notebook and pen. Ensure that you have a recent resume saved on your device.
  5. Parent’s Role: Parents or legal guardians are responsible for ensuring students arrive and depart the venue safely and on time, and for providing lunch.
  6. What to Wear: The workshop takes place in an office downtown Toronto. Dress accordingly – business casual attire is strongly recommended. No need to wear your LBD T-shirts. If you have a name tag, bring it with you.
Course Instructor

Angela Henry

Director, Communications & Marketing, LLI

Ms. Henry is a people-focused strategist, marketer, and process leader with 25+ years of experience working with leading multinationals, universities, entrepreneurs, and non-profit organizations. She has enjoyed senior leadership roles such as Vice President of Business Development, Vice President of Operations, and Associate Vice President of Project Management. She also held the position of Managing Director, leading client relationships and co-creating future-forward master’s degree programs with leading US-based universities such as Boston University and Hofstra University’s Law School.

In her last corporate role, Ms. Henry led the implementation of a national digital strategy for Pearson, a leading international textbook publisher. Her professional experience includes managing function and project-focused teams of 300+ North America, Europe, and Asia. Through this experience, she gained valuable exposure to leadership best practices in a variety of industries and positions. Currently, she enjoys helping young people develop strategies to build exceptional careers.

Course Snapshot

Status: Applications closed
Dates
Day 1: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Day 2: Friday, August 14, 2026
Daily Schedule
9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (includes a one-hour lunch break)
Mode
In-person
Venue
A Toronto location. (Details will be provided to registrants.)
Duration
2 days
Instructional Leader
Angela Henry, Director, Communications & Marketing, LLI
Fee
No charge.
Lunch
Lunch is not provided by the LBD program. Students in this course are welcome to bring a packed lunch.
Equipment
Reliable laptop or Chromebook with word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Word or Google Docs). Tablets without keyboards and smartphones are not sufficient for the planned activities.
Certificate
No.
Who Should Apply
  • Leadership by Design (LBD) students, who in September 2026 will be in Grade 12 (C24) and Grade 11 (C25), or in first-year post-secondary studies (C23).
  • Other Black youth in Ontario, who in September 2026 will enrol in Ontario Grade 10, 11, and 12, and who have required academic qualifications.
  • Students who want to (i) learn how to highlight their experiences more effectively in their resumes, and (ii) learn strategies for showcasing their academic, leadership, and community achievements in ways that enhance scholarship eligibility.
Important

Applicants must also bring an electronic version of their most recent resume.

Go to Application Form
We admit eligible applicants on a rolling, space-available basis. Act to submit your application as soon as possible.