Our Programs
Resilience & Opportunity Scholarship
A future-focused, dignity-first scholarship for those whose education has been disrupted by crime.
Program Overview
The Resilience & Opportunity Scholarship recognizes the determination and educational aspirations of individuals whose lives have been affected by crime and the criminal justice system.
This scholarship is intended to help eligible students continue or pursue post-secondary education while navigating barriers to academic participation.
Full-Time and Part-Time Funding
Full-Time Students
Up to $10,000
Part-Time Students
Up to $5,000
Maximum potential awards. These figures are maximum potential award amounts, not guaranteed funding. Award amounts depend on demonstrated need, eligibility, available funding, and approval.
Who Can Apply
Individuals whose lives and education have been disrupted by crime, including survivors and victims of crime, who are working toward educational progress and renewed opportunity.
- · Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
- · Materially affected by the criminal justice system (personally involved or as a survivor/victim of crime) in a way that affected education
- · Enrolled or intending to enroll in an eligible educational program
- · Demonstrated financial need
What We Fund
- · Tuition and mandatory fees
- · Required textbooks and learning materials
- · Transportation to and from study
- · Childcare required to attend study
How Selection Works
- 1. Eligibility review
- 2. Application completeness check
- 3. Reviewer assessment against the published rubric
- 4. Final review and decision by the program committee
What Successful Candidates Receive
Eligible candidates may receive support toward approved education-related expenses, and selected scholarship recipients may also receive an HFJO Recipient Welcome Package celebrating their achievement.
Application Status
Applications are not yet being accepted. Public submissions will open once the Foundation confirms funding is available for this program.
Maximum Funding Amount
Up to $10,000 for full-time students; up to $5,000 for part-time students. Maximum potential award amounts, not guaranteed funding.
Application Period
Application cycle to be announced. Join our mailing list to be notified.
Required Supporting Documents
- · Proof of enrollment or admission
- · Personal statement
- · Two references
- · Documentation of justice-system impact (as outlined in the application guide)
Funding disclaimer. All funding is subject to eligibility, the Foundation's available resources, and approval. Submitting an application does not guarantee financial assistance.