$1000 – DUE: May 23rd, 2026

Email application to: [email protected] Scholarships — Miramichi Chamber

Purpose

Find the application here: Scholarships — Greater Miramichi Chamber

To promote the importance of entrepreneurial thinking, and recognize achievements in business-related studies. The ideal applicant would have a background in business studies, demonstrate an adaptation of business principles, and demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking, and leadership skills. This scholarship is awarded to a student, completing their graduation year of secondary education, and preparing to enter a post-secondary institution.

Eligibility:

• Must be registered as a full-time student in a first-year program of a post-secondary school by September following the school year of applications
• Must provide an official document from their academic institution confirming that they are accepted for the following academic year and indicating that a diploma or degree is underway
• Must have sponsorship from an educator that knows the applicant at the same school (secondary school), and a reference letter from him/her
• Must include a motivational letter outlining your reasons for application, your goals, and relevant background
• Must provide an up-to-date transcript of their academic records.
• Must submit a resume.

Value:

$1000 will be awarded to one student in the Miramichi Region (MVHS, JMH, NSER, BHS and Carrefour Beausoleil).

Funding:

The funding for this scholarship will result from the revenue of Chamber sponsored events and membership fees.

Payment & Presentation:

Presentation of the scholarship is usually awarded at the recipient’s high school graduation ceremony by a Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee member, but for the 2023 graduation year other arrangemtns will be made. Payment will be presented to the recipient once they have received confirmation of enrollment for their second semester of post-secondary education.

Issue:

Payment for the student will be arranged by the Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce at the beginning of the recipient’s second semester of post-secondary education.

Selection Committee:

All applications will come straight to the Chamber of Commerce; the Selection Committee will choose the final recipient. Criteria for selection may include an interview between the applicant and the selection committee.

Selection Criteria

• Academic achievement
• Financial circumstance
• Field of study/program registered (i.e. students attending business related programs will be given priority consideration)
• Motivational Letter outlining career aspirations
• Awards/declarations/ recognition/ commendations
• Volunteer work/dedication to the community

$250 – DUE: May 15th, 2026

Kinsmen Club of the Miramichi – Stacie McFarlane Memorial Bursary

 Submit to main office at JMH by: May 15th

 Eligibility:

1. Open to current JMH graduating students

2. Must be pursuing post-secondary education

3. Based on need, school and community involvement, and academic achievement

4. Proof of enrollment before funds are released

$250 – DUE: May 15th, 2026

Value: 4 awards valued at $250 each (2 JMH graduates, 2 MVHS graduates) 

Submit to main office by: May 15 

Eligibility: 

1. Successful graduation from James M. Hill Memorial High School or Miramichi Valley High School 

2. A former registered player for the TMBA or Miramichi Hoops/Pulamoo 

3. Pursuing post-secondary studies 

Liz Doyle’s passion for playing, coaching, and growing the sport of basketball was deep and far-reaching. Her credits extend to many levels, including a tenure with Basketball New Brunswick. Liz was a lifelong supporter of the game and a pioneer in promoting women in leadership roles. Her legacy on the game endures, and the River Hoops Basketball Association is honoured to offer these bursaries in her name.

$250 – DUE: May 20th, 2026

This scholarship is to honour the memory of Holly Moffatt a 2018 graduate of JMH.

Holly Moffatt was a bright, open- minded, positive, one-in-a million kind of person. She attended James. M. Hill Memorial High School for four years and was a part of the 2018 graduating class. Holly knew no strangers because to her everyone was a friend, whether she had met you once or had known you for years. She had this incredible ability to sense when someone needed a friend and she would be that friend; it was as if she had found you.

As a close friend of Holly’s, I can say without a doubt everyone who had the pleasure of being her friend was blessed in many ways. You never had to worry about being alone if Holly was there because she would be the first person to invite you to join her group. She was a bright light at James. M. Hill that could brighten anyone’s day with her smile, encouraging word, or her compliments. Holly was an advocate for mental health awareness and was looking forward to becoming a child psychologist, so she could help others. Holly was a bagel lover, a bee enthusiast, and a true friend.

Holly passed away March 21st, 2018 and is dearly missed. To honour her memory and her vibrant personality this bursary valued at $250 will be given to a grade 12 student who:

• Is in a position to graduate

• Helps to create a positive and welcoming environment at James. M. Hill

• Has attended James. M. Hill for 4 years

• Has plans to attend college or university

Along with meeting the above requirements applicants must submit one (1) reference letter from a staff member at JMH and an essay with a maximum of 250 words. The essay should describe why they think they deserve this scholarship by including how they contribute to making a positive and welcoming environment at JMH. Whether it be an individual effort or as part of a club, some examples include, contributing to mental health initiatives, doing good deeds at JMH, doing random acts of kindness at JMH, reaching out to others within the school.

Please fill out the contact information below and attach both your reference letter and essay and send it in an email to [email protected] or submit a paper copy to the office by May 20th, 2026. 

$500 – DUE: May 15th, 2026

Students applying for this scholarship must have one of his/her parents/guardians who are active members of the Beaubear Co-op to be eligible to apply.

Application should be dropped off at the Beaubear Co-op office or mailed to:

Beaubear Co-op

100 Coughlan Street

Miramichi, N.B. E1N 5X5

**applications can also be dropped off at the main office of JMH**

marilyn doyle memorial scholarship application 2025.pdf