Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation Scholarship
Applications for the 2026 scholarship cycle are now closed.
The Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation Scholarship supports Canadian students living with lupus who are pursuing post secondary education. Since 2013, the program has awarded more than $205,000 in scholarship funding to 93 students across Canada, recognizing resilience, academic achievement, ambition, and advocacy while helping reduce financial barriers.
Through the generosity of the William Birchall Foundation, Lupus Canada is proud to support students as they pursue their educational goals while managing the challenges of living with lupus.
Applications for the 2026 scholarship cycle are now closed. The next application cycle is expected to open in spring 2027. Interested students are encouraged to review the eligibility requirements and scholarship information below.
Lupus Scholarship Program Resources
Applications for the 2026 scholarship cycle are now closed. Previous application materials are available below for reference purposes and may be subject to change in future years.
Scholarship Overview
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Scholarship Application
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Scholarship Overview
French
Scholarship Application
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Supporting Students Living With Lupus Since 2013
Since 2013, the Lupus Canada William Birchall Foundation Scholarship has helped students living with lupus pursue their educational goals while managing the challenges of a chronic illness. To date, the program has:
- Awarded more than $205,000 in scholarship funding
- Supported 93 students across Canada
- Grown from four $1,000 scholarships to ten $2,500 scholarships annually
- Become the only nationwide lupus specific scholarship program in Canada
Learn how the scholarship is making a difference through recipient stories and program impact.
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
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.