DRLA Law Scholarship 2026

DURHAM REGION LAW ASSOCIATION
Law Library, Court House ~ 150 Bond Street East ~ Oshawa, Ontario ~ L1G-0A2
(TEL) 905–579 -9554 & (FAX) 905 – 579 -1801 & (TOLL) 1-866-742-4316
drlalaw@bellnet.ca
www.drla.ca

THE DURHAM REGION LAW ASSOCIATION LAW SCHOLARSHIP
The Durham Region Law Association Scholarship Award was established in 2016 to support deserving students whose education would otherwise be compromised. The scholarship is $1000.

Eligibility Requirements:
1. Applicants must be admitted and enrolled full time or part time in an accredited law school.
2. Applicants must demonstrate a connection to Durham Region.
3. Applicant must demonstrate past and present acts of volunteerism and community involvement.

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must submit a completed application and the following additional documents:
• Confirmation of enrollment in a law program
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the eligibility requirements of the scholarship.
• A resume or curriculum vitae.
• Most recent academic transcript.

Deadline: Completed applications must be received by the Durham Region Law Association by May 15th, 2025. Only successful applicants will be notified.

I, Name * have read and understand the conditions of the DRLA .
Scholarship as explained in the current Scholarship Form. I affirm that I plan to pursue a career as a lawyer. I give permission to officials of my institution to release transcripts of my academic record and other information requested for consideration of this application. I understand that this application will be available only to qualified people who need to see it in the course of their duties. I affirm that all of this application is my own work. I affirm the information contained herein is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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Legal Name*

First NameLast Name

Permanent Residence*

Street Address

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Postal / Zip Code

Email*

Phone Number*

Name of Law School you are enrolled in: *

1. List the secondary school from which you graduated, and all higher education institutions. Include summer, study-abroad, exchange programs. Schools Attended (include locations and dates attended)*

2. List public service (homeless services, environmental protection/conservation, advocacy activities.)*

3. List community service (homeless services, environmental protection/conservation, advocacy activities.)*

4. List part-time and full-time jobs and non government internships since high school graduation) - Please include Type of work, Employer, Dates, Average hours per week*

5. List awards, scholarships, publications, or special recognition you have received

6. Provide any additional information you wish to share with the DRLA in support of this application

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