Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation Scholarship | 2026 Applications
Apply for the 2026 Lupus Scholarship
The Lupus Scholarship program from Lupus Canada is now open for 2026. Through the William Birchall Foundation, Lupus Canada is offering ten one time scholarships of $2,500 CAD to students diagnosed with lupus who are entering or currently enrolled in post secondary education in Canada.
This lupus scholarship was created to recognize resilience, academic ambition, and advocacy while helping reduce financial barriers faced by students living with lupus.
Application Deadline: May 29, 2026
Why a Lupus Scholarship Matters
Navigating higher education with a chronic illness like lupus can be incredibly challenging. This scholarship program aims to acknowledge the additional hurdles faced by students with lupus and provide tangible support toward their academic and personal growth.
Through the generosity of the William Birchall Foundation, Lupus Canada is proud to uplift and empower young individuals who are shaping their future while managing lupus.
Lupus Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation 2026 Scholarship the applicant must be:
- A legal and permanent resident of Canada.
- Diagnosed with lupus by a physician.
- Seeking an undergraduate degree from a Canadian university; a diploma or certificate from a Canadian college or enrolled in a trade school educational program.
- Enrolled in or waiting acceptance from a Canadian-based institution of higher education for the fall semester of 2026.
- Taking a minimum 50% of a full course load; and,
- A student who demonstrates academic success, ambition and willingness to continue to advocate for lupus and raise awareness.
*Previous recipients of the Lupus Canada scholarship program are not eligible. Incomplete or late applications will be ineligible for consideration.
Lupus Scholarship Program Resources
Access the scholarship overview and application materials for the 2026 Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation Scholarship below:
Scholarship Overview
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Scholarship Application
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Scholarship Overview
French
Scholarship Application
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Questions About the Lupus Scholarship?
If you have any questions about the Lupus Canada Scholarship Program or future application opportunities, please contact us and we would be happy to connect.
The 2025 Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation Scholarship Recipients:
Angelina Kalamenchuk
Edwina Winston
Joëlle Dussault
Léanne Langlois
Victoria Fraser
Diana Rodriguez Blanco
Jahmeila Moore
Kaylyn Sands
Alex Krnel
Zerrin Hospedales-Alexander
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