Wallace Anderson Memorial Scholarship Fund
Supporting Education, Empowering Futures
Since 2002, the Wallace Anderson Memorial Scholarship Fund has helped Deaf students in New Brunswick pursue their educational goals — with no age restriction and no academic achievement requirement.
Background
About the Scholarship
The Wallace Anderson Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2002 to support educational opportunities for Deaf students in New Brunswick. Named in honour of Wallace Anderson, the fund reflects a lasting commitment to removing barriers and empowering Deaf individuals to pursue post-secondary education and training. NBDHHS administers the scholarship on behalf of the fund, ensuring that Deaf New Brunswickers have access to financial support as they work toward their educational and career goals.
Who Can Apply
Eligibility and Funding
The Wallace Anderson Memorial Scholarship Fund is open to signing Deaf students who meet the following criteria:
Residency
Must be a resident of New Brunswick
Eligibility
Open to signing Deaf students
Age
No age restriction — all ages are welcome to apply
Course load
Full-time, part-time, and reduced course loads are all accepted
Minimum award
Minimum scholarship award of $100
Award amounts
Award amounts and number of recipients depend on available funding each year
Academic achievement
Academic achievement is not a selection criterion
Apply
How to Apply
Applications are reviewed annually. Please note that the dates below are subject to confirmation for the current application year.
April 30
Application deadline (subject to confirmation for current year)
June 15
Notification date (subject to confirmation for current year)
Required Documents
- Completed application form
- Proof of New Brunswick residency
- Proof of enrolment or acceptance at a post-secondary institution
- A personal statement describing your educational goals
- Two letters of reference
Past Recipients
Scholarship Recipient Spotlight
Abigail Munn
Wallace Anderson Memorial Scholarship
Abigail Munn is the 2022 recipient of the Wallace Anderson Memorial Scholarship. A Deaf student from New Brunswick, Abigail was photographed outside the New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) campus after receiving her award. Her achievement reflects the spirit of the scholarship — supporting Deaf students in pursuing their educational aspirations and building a foundation for their future. NBDHHS is proud to celebrate Abigail's dedication and wishes her continued success in her studies.
Questions?
For questions about the Wallace Anderson Memorial Scholarship Fund, please contact NBDHHS directly.
External Reference
Additional Scholarship Information
The NBDHHS website is the authoritative source for eligibility and application details. The external link above provides supplementary reference information only.