Lupus Scholarship for Canadian Students

Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation Scholarship

Supporting the Academic Journey of Students Living with Lupus

The Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation Scholarship Program is dedicated to supporting students living with lupus as they pursue post-secondary education in Canada.

For the 2025 academic year, ten one-time scholarships of $2,500 CAD have been awarded. These scholarships are designed to reduce financial barriers and recognize the strength, resilience, and academic goals of young people living with lupus.

Lupus Canada Scholarship Badges

Announcing the 2025 Lupus Canada

William Birchall Foundation Scholarship Recipients:

Headshot of Angelina, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, wearing a red tie and black vest.
Angelina Kalamenchuk
Smiling headshot of Edwina Winston, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, with curly hair and light top.
Edwina Winston
Portrait of Joelle Dussault, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, with straight blonde hair and striped shirt.
Joëlle Dussault
Graduation portrait of Leanne Langlois, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, with long dark hair and blue background.
Léanne Langlois
Photo of Victoria Fraser, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, seated during a medical treatment with IV in arm.
Victoria Fraser
Portrait of Diana Rodriguez, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, with curly hair and a grey top.
Diana Rodriguez Blanco
Photo of Jahmeila Moore, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, wearing a purple Lupus Ontario T-shirt outdoors.
Jahmeila Moore
Young woman smiling in a graduation cap and gown with a gold and black stole.
Kaylyn Sands
Portrait of Alex Krnel, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, smiling outdoors under a yellow umbrella.
Alex Krnel
Portrait of Zerrin Hospedales, Lupus Canada Scholarship Winner, wearing a black gown and pearl necklace.
Zerrin Hospedales-Alexander

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 Program Resources

Though applications for the 2025 cycle are now closed, you can still explore eligibility criteria and access previous application materials:

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Scholarship Overview
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Scholarship Application
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Scholarship Overview
French

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Scholarship Application
French

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.

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