What They're Looking For
Heritage: Icelander
Province: Ontario
Grades (Not Required): 75 - 100%
Volunteer Experience (Not Required)
Additional Notes
- The applicant or applicant's family must be a member in good standing of the ICCT and must plan to be an active and involved member of the Club. Previous recipients will be considered only when no other suitable candidates have come forward.
About Scholarship
The Annual ICCT Scholarship is awarded to a student of Icelandic descent who is in or about to enter post-secondary education or training in Ontario. We are interested in attracting candidates who, in addition to high academic standing, leadership skills and community involvement, have a sincere interest in their Icelandic heritage.
About Company
Founded in 1959, The ICCT explores a wide variety of topics, from the initial settlement of Icelanders in North Amercia cira 1000 AD to the work of contemporary musicians, authors and artists.
The club has a lending library, a book club and language lessons. The ICCT awards yearly scholarships and grants.
Events are held regularly, and members are kept informed through the ICCT’s newsletter, the Fálkinn. E-mail alerts are also sent out when there are opportunities to attend special, unscheduled events.
At ICCT events, you’ll have an opportunity to share the Icelandic experience with others and to meet interesting people.