Arthur Paulin Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship Award 2025

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Arthur Paulin Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship, applicants must be:

• Enrolled in an automotive aftermarket industry-related program or curriculum at a Canadian college or university.
  • This includes students pursuing their studies in one or more of the following areas:
    • Automotive apprenticeship,
    • Auto body repair,
    • Hard parts,
    • Heavy-duty mechanics
    • Motive power (e.g. automotive machinists).

Offered Benefits

Selected recipients are awarded $700 to assist with the costs of their studies.

Application Process

Visit the scholarship webpage and fill the application form
In addition to completing the official scholarship application form, Arthur Paulin Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship applicants must provide the following documentation:

• A personal statement: A letter from the applicant stating their long-term goals in the automotive aftermarket field. This letter should also briefly outline why they believe they should be considered for this scholarship. Applicants are encouraged to include a brief summary of relevant academic and work experience.
• Instructor recommendation: A letter from the applicant’s primary automotive instructor stating why the applicant deserves the scholarship. The letter may highlight the applicant’s academic achievements, technical ability, professionalism, work ethic, teamwork, attention to detail, initiative and overall potential.
• Academic transcript: A copy of the applicant’s most recent academic record. This should include both academic performance and any achievements specifically related to the automotive sector.
• Leadership and community involvement summary: A short description of the applicant’s demonstrated leadership skills and community engagement. These experiences do not need to be directly related to the automotive sector, but should show active participation in their school or community environments. Examples include, but are not limited to, student leadership roles such as acting as class president, volunteering for charitable organizations or community groups, and participating as a member of a service club.
• Financial need statement: A detailed explanation of the applicant’s financial situation as it relates to their ability to continue automotive studies. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their financial need. This statement should include:
  • Any financial challenges currently faced,
  • Other scholarships, bursaries, or awards already received,
  • How these factors impact their ability to afford and continue their education.